April 19, 20179 yr Do you like Carrabba's? I do. I was trying to think of a non chain Italian restaurant close to the ball park to recommend, but nothing is coming to mind. Pompilios is a neat place, their food is fine, and it is close to the ball park. It is kind of like Jim's Steak and Spaghetti in Columbus (only the food isn't that good).
April 19, 20179 yr If you like it, go for it, but if you're looking for Italian, go to Pompelio's in Newport. It's a lot closer to the stadium and the food is much better and more authentic. Popelio's IMO has gone downhill over the last several years. Used to be like you said, but last few times there, it was nothing special. I was told it had to do with the son taking over or something like that.
April 19, 20179 yr Popelio's IMO has gone downhill over the last several years. Used to be like you said, but last few times there, it was nothing special. I was told it had to do with the son taking over or something like that. I'd say that's fair, as it used to be better than what it is now. I guess my overall point is if I have the choice between a chain joint and an authentic place, I'm going with the authentic place every time.
April 19, 20179 yr Another authentic place close to the stadium is Buona Vita It's known for their pizzas, but the other stuff is mighty tasty as well.
April 19, 20179 yr It has been a while since I ate at Pompilios. The two things I really liked on their menu when I ate there more frequently were their tortellini and the antipasta salad.
April 19, 20179 yr Pompilio's has gone way downhill so don't go there. Personally, I like Carrabba's and the Crestview location is very nice.
April 19, 20179 yr Brio is at the Levee and in my opinion, very similar to Carrabas. yes, Brio is very good! I like it better than Carrabas for sure!
April 19, 20179 yr Author If you want Authetic Italian you have to go to Olive Garden.... You forgot the sarcasm emoji.
April 19, 20179 yr If you want Authetic Italian you have to go to Olive Garden.... You forgot the sarcasm emoji. My wife loves Olive Garden, but I agree that the sarcasm emoji was needed. IMO it's just a more expensive way to eat Fazoli's food. Not that the food is bad per say, it's just not worth what you pay for it. I love Carrabba's. I get the spiedino di mare almost every time.
April 19, 20179 yr Brio is at the Levee and in my opinion, very similar to Carrabas. Yes! Yes! Yes! Brio is where it's at. But it's definitely more expensive than anything else we've named.
April 19, 20179 yr My wife loves Olive Garden, but I agree that the sarcasm emoji was needed. IMO it's just a more expensive way to eat Fazoli's food. Not that the food is bad per say, it's just not worth what you pay for it. I love Carrabba's. I get the spiedino di mare almost every time. I think Fazoli's is good. :lol2: I'm a high class kinda guy.
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