Il Vicinato Ristorante

Another local haunt we used to visit frequently many years ago.  Tried it again after a friend raved about his usual meal.  A long time ago it was french fried zucchini, antipasto salad, ravioli or one of the veal dishes.  Still pretty decent and worth another visit.  Nothing really changed but the cook bought the business awhile back.  Wait staff is accomodating and very real, neighborhood type not pretentious.

Opened with Pieroni beer, boy was that reasonably priced!  Had the antipasto salad and it was exactly the same taste and quality (iceberg lettuce, gorgonzola cheese, salami, mortadella, parmesean chesse, pitted olives, pepperocini, vinegar, oil and spices).  It met my expectations except they could have at least used romaine instead of an ordinary iceberg.  Had the homemade veal ravioli with marinara sauce (they were always willing to accomodate a change).  Again the very same taste and quality.  Really nice spiced marinara, finely diced veal but the dough was a little thick, nonetheless still good.

Menu on the wall (still has Pasta Roger on it ... forgot what that was) willing to take some minor risks.  Ambiance is hardwood floors, tablecloths and stucco walls.  It wasn't busy in there for a Friday night but I imagine it could be loud.  I've taken dates there but wouldn't consider it romantic, but it's a nice old school neighborhood restaurant.

Again worth resuming take out and another visit .. stay tuned to see if I can raise that rating.

Great service, pretty good food. I wasn't blown away but it was good. Not busy at all on Sunday around 6 pm which seemed odd but overall, a pretty good experience.

ANTIPASTO SALAD.  Best ever!!!  I honestly crave this on a regular basis!!  Their pasta, meat and appetizers are the best.  And, they make the best chicken parmesan in the city!!!  I love this place for the neighborhood feel, and they are totally affordable.