I have been there a few times and lately it has been disgusting. Food is all over the counters, the plates are dirty, the trays in the front have trash on them, it is horrible. Bulk is definitely what counts here, not quality. Save yourself some money just buy ready to eat pasta, breads and salads at the market or deli. There's more protein in my dogs yard droppings than you can find in this place.
Food is freshly prepared and plentiful, but a little pricey.
The best place around for italian food. Nice atmosphere, huge portions, and very delicious and affordable. This is quite possibly the best italian restaurant in the entire SGV, and as any native pasadenian knows, there are many italian restaurants to choose from in the area. It is managed by a very sweet woman named Linda Mitchell, who is always willing to deviate from the menu to satisfy individual requests. We were very disappointed by this, because we loved the artichoke garlic cream sauce, but upon inquiry, she kindly offered to have her chef make the sauce and put it on another type of pasta.