We have ordered pizza from Vinny's several times over the past two years, but Barb had dinner there last year when I was visiting mom and said we should dine there. Located on Hwy 83 north it has been around since 2003, not bad for such a small town. Like I said we enjoyed their pizza; Barb especially the 'Meat Lovers' as is her favorite. They also offer a complete menu of pasta including Calzones, Spaghetti, Fettucine, and Lasagna with some pretty good garlic bread, bruschetta, cheese bread, soups, and salads. Additionally, they received tremendous support to reinstate their Philly Cheesesteak Subs and Meatball Subs for the menu. The menu supports the local population both in and out of season and tastes, therefore there is no point in expanding the menu much. This is not a bad thing, just good business. www.vinnysitalianleakey.com/menu-1
They also offer local students and teachers a lunch deal at an affordable price. In late October they gave free pizzas to all First Responders.
They are closed Monday and Tuesday but have generous hours the rest of the week. The inside seating will accommodate 48, but they also offer takeout and order ahead by phone. They also have 5 chairs for those awaiting 'carry out'. During nice weather there is a very nice covered outside patio for 24 persons dining as well.
Barb and I visited on a Friday night for a meal out and some inside sit down and relax time. The menu is pretty straightforward, but I didn't want another pizza for now. I chose the Lasagna while Barb selected the 3 Meat Calzone with Marinara on the side.
Dinner Salad with Arugula
Lasagna
Creamy with plenty of cheese and sauce
Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, and Ham w/Marinara on the side
Of course, this is not Florence, New York, or even Dallas cuisine, but it is home cooking in every respect. The atmosphere is modest, but genuine. The service is excellent although there are no wait staff, just order at the window and they deliver to your table. We both liked our meals very much. Barb liked the Marinara Dipping Sauce on the side. I could have used much more dressing for my salad. Total price for our 'dinner out' was $23. We recommend it.
NOTE: I chatted with the owner for several minutes after dinner. I had emailed them a Chicken Florentine recipe that is one of my personal favorites. I also complimented him on the meal. He is looking into adapting my recipe with his homemade ingredients and will contact us for the tasting. He is planning on expanding his menu.
"Everything you see I owe to pasta"
Sophia Lauren
WiFi provided by AT & T Wireless
No comments:
Post a Comment