Wondering about experiences others have had at Dolce Vita. Myself and family and friends have all felt quality is "up and down". Claims is "best" Italian restaurant around, but I think that is stretching it a lot. Have others had similar experiences? Like/dislike; would go again/never again?
Here are 2 write-ups...second one I think sums it up pretty well:
Most people say it's so-so. Though there is one board member who raves about it as thought it's almost the best on earth.
A so called businessman who needed handouts to get going, went begging, couldn't get a loan (obviously) and owes big time back taxes, don't expect much if you get sick on the food.
Optimists close their eyes and pretend problems are non existent. Better to have open eyes, see the truths, acknowledge the negatives, and speak up for the people rather than the politicos and their rich cronies.
Most people say it's so-so. Though there is one board member who raves about it as thought it's almost the best on earth.
A so called businessman who needed handouts to get going, went begging, couldn't get a loan (obviously) and owes big time back taxes, don't expect much if you get sick on the food.
When interviewed he stated he and his daughter invested $750,000 in new place. Are back taxes still owed? Wonder if he is current on taxes at new place.
JUST BECAUSE SISSY SAYS SO DOESN'T MAKE IT SO...BUT HE THINKS IT DOES!!!!! JUST BECAUSE MC1 SAYS SO DOESN'T MAKE IT SO!!!!!
I see that Johnny's was rated Numero 1 in the Gazoot. I have to say it is very good and the prices are reasonable and the place has that clean, new feeling to it, but isn't all phony ambiance like an Applebees.
I see that Johnny's was rated Numero 1 in the Gazoot. I have to say it is very good and the prices are reasonable and the place has that clean, new feeling to it, but isn't all phony ambiance like an Applebees.
yup
but that's what folks look for...fantasy in the form of 'Total Recall'......
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When interviewed he stated he and his daughter invested $750,000 in new place. Are back taxes still owed? Wonder if he is current on taxes at new place.
IF he had that much money, why did go begging? Why was he looking for handouts from people?
If he had that much money to spend, then why didn't he pay the tens of thousands owed in state taxes?
I don't believe he owns the property though, so no property tax issue. Interesting that he didn't look to getting downtown and a handout from the taxpayers. Or maybe he tried and was turned down.
Optimists close their eyes and pretend problems are non existent. Better to have open eyes, see the truths, acknowledge the negatives, and speak up for the people rather than the politicos and their rich cronies.
I see that Johnny's was rated Numero 1 in the Gazoot. I have to say it is very good and the prices are reasonable and the place has that clean, new feeling to it, but isn't all phony ambiance like an Applebees.
It's a sound strategy...
The food is fresh, excellent, and very reasonably priced.
There's nothing on the lunch menu that even costs $10.
The food is fresh, excellent, and very reasonably priced.
There's nothing on the lunch menu that even costs $10.
And everyone there is very friendly too...
reservations are definitely needed for dinner.
We personally have never been there, but have talked to many folks who rave about it.
we don't go downtown so we wouldn't know where parking is for the place.
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We personally have never been there, but have talked to many folks who rave about it.
we don't go downtown so we wouldn't know where parking is for the place.
There's parking behind Center City - and a grand hallway that cuts through that building - doors lock at like 7 or 8pm, but it saves you from having to walk down Jay Street.
They have parking reserved for Johnny's back there - and for dinner, if there happens to be an event that night that has parking attendants, you can get your ticket validated at Johnny's. (But not for lunch)
The food really is excellent - a great value. The drinks aren't cheap, BUT they don't cheapen them up by watering them down (or so I'm told)... Good value all the way around.
I use to go to Appertivo maybe once every 2-3 months for a dinner meeting for work. Haven't been back since Johnny's opened. Food is phenomenal, prices are cheaper.
Downtown businesses should have free taxi service to and from their businesses.
People don't come because of parking and safety issues if they have to walk from a lot.
Downtown was very popular before they moved all parking to remote locations.
I hate to even drive through downtown.
As I sat at the light at Broadway and State the other night, a couple crossed Broadway in front of me.
A little bit later after waiting for the light, with absolutely no traffic going by, I was allowed to turn left on to State, then the light at Erie stopped me from turning right on Erie. As I waited for the light to allow me to turn, the same couple who crossed Broadway in front of me were now crossing Erie Blvd. Then I make the turn and get stuck at the light by Burger king where they have added additional waiting time for green arrow left turns that were never there before. All these sophisticated lights holding me hostage and making me wait for absolutely no other cars on the road.
I remember 30 years ago we had the technology to have traffic signals blinking at night, instead of wasting everyone's time and gas.
Wasteful, technology deficient and inconvenient, while drunken students run out in front of you on Erie Blvd every night.
I use to go to Appertivo maybe once every 2-3 months for a dinner meeting for work. Haven't been back since Johnny's opened. Food is phenomenal, prices are cheaper.
These are my feelings too ... I think Johnny's has to hurt Appertivo ... ... Maybe they have the low prices to hook us in, but for now Johnny's is the best buy in that area.
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