I am all in favor of trying new neighborhood places and when friends suggested we find a new place in my new neighborhood I was up to the task.
The moment I walked into Isle of Sicily I felt it would be different from other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood. Â It looked and smelled just like the little restaurants in Italy! Â Ten or twelve tables, little service bar, and the owner out in front greeting diners. Â
We ordered a bottle of wine, delicious wine, perfectly priced, a few starters and our dinners. Â The ONLY glitch was the waiter, who was rather new at the job but for the most part the food and service were wonderful. Â Each of the dishes were fresh as can be, good portions without being skimpy or ridiculously abundant. Â The bread was freshly baked, the vegetables were all fresh and each component was really fresh and tasty. Â The owner came out several times and chatted with us, even asked our opinion on the "work in progress" decor. Â He was gracious and warm, took an interest without being too chatty. Â A lovely man, to be sure. Â
We all look forward to dining here again and wish the owner and staff great success.