Spaccarelli's - Millwood
Spaccarelli's
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In the bustling culinary scene, Spaccarelli's has recently garnered mixed reviews, reflecting a dramatic shift in quality. While some diners praise its excellent service and authentic, delicious dishes reminiscent of countryside cuisine, others express disappointment in both food and service. Previous favorites, like the veal special and seafood offerings, have reportedly deteriorated, with complaints about poor texture and lackluster flavors. The atmosphere, once inviting, now struggles with distractions. Despite its appealing ambiance and attentive staff, the inconsistent dining experiences have some questioning whether Spaccarelli's can maintain its reputation. Diners are advised to tread carefully and consider alternatives.
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The restaurant was lively when we arrived, and since we didn't have a reservation, we were seated in the cozy enclosed patio, which was quite comfortable. The service was attentive, and the food was outstanding. The drinks were delicious, though a bit pricey. Overall, it was a delightful evening.
The food was mediocre, and the staff didn't seem to appreciate their customers. It felt as though they weren't even working for tips. This used to be a great restaurant, but with the previous owner gone, I doubt it will survive for more than a year.
The filet of sole Francese was absolutely delicious, and the branzino was incredible. The clams oreganata for appetizers did not disappoint either. This is truly a fantastic restaurant. My only suggestion is that this is not a diner, so please dress appropriately.
Nothing special. Food was just okay and flooded with sauce. Sides were not hot. Specials were just posted on a whiteboard not explained by waiter. Wait staff was just adequate. Very disappointing. Not what it used to be.
As for the food, we all ordered the specials for the evening. I chose the Mahi Mahi, which was disappointing—bland and topped with a few stewed tomatoes that added no flavor. My brother had stuffed calamari over spaghetti, but his dish had a lot of water pooled at the bottom. Eventually, he managed to catch the waiter to ask for more sauce. The waiter brought out a gravy boat, added some sauce to the spaghetti, poured the rest over it, told him "Bon appétit," and then seemed to forget about us for dessert. Both of our wives were also unhappy with their meals. Overall, regardless of its so-called status as a classic Italian restaurant with traditional cuisine, I would recommend saving your money and avoiding this place. After everything we've been through with COVID, rising inflation, and increased costs, you’d think Spaccarelli’s would try harder. Unfortunately, that clearly wasn't the case during our visit.
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