Papichi - Pinecrest

My mother and I dined at this restaurant last night, and we felt compelled to share a warning for potential diners. While our waitress was excellent and the atm... read more My mother and I dined at this restaurant last night, and we felt compelled to share a warning for potential diners. While our waitress was excellent and the atmosphere was decent, the quality of the food fell short, especially considering the prices. My mother ordered the lasagna, but the small portion she received was dry and lacking in flavor—it resembled something left over from the day before. For $16, we expected much better, and at the very least, a salad or side dish. I opted for the Chicken Marsala, which was acceptable, but the fresh vegetables served alongside it were far from fresh. There was a large piece—yes, a large piece—of broccoli that was partially frozen! We did not try anything from the bar or dessert menu, so I can't comment on those. Overall, I was quite disappointed; I had expected the food at this self-proclaimed Brazilian-Italian restaurant to meet a higher standard, but unfortunately, it did not.

The caprese salad here is the best I've ever had! The only downside is that parking is quite limited. read more The caprese salad here is the best I've ever had! The only downside is that parking is quite limited.

This is the best Italian food I’ve ever had, and I’ve dined at many outstanding Italian restaurants, considering I come from a region in Pennsylvania with a lar... read more This is the best Italian food I’ve ever had, and I’ve dined at many outstanding Italian restaurants, considering I come from a region in Pennsylvania with a large Italian community. My friends and I were absolutely delighted with our experience, and we will definitely be coming back many times. A big shoutout to the owner, the chef, and the entire staff!

This is a new place that is worth trying. It is not pretentious and the prices are reasonable. Watch them make the pizza behind the glass window. Good bread and... read more This is a new place that is worth trying. It is not pretentious and the prices are reasonable. Watch them make the pizza behind the glass window. Good bread and a nice selection of tasty pizzas.