WHAT A WONDERFUL EVENING WE HAD!

After reading the disapproving remarks I was compelled to write an opposite comment describing our great experience.

I had searched the web for a different kind of restaurant to go for my friend's B'day. Not putting down Olive Garden, but we can go there anytime and wanted something different. I found this on line and we drove 2.5 hrs to dine here - and WILL do it again - it was worth it!!
The parking lot was full (good sign) and we had to wait our turn (20 min) but we were shown nothing but kindness and courstesy from the staff - and the manager personally seated us.

Mr. John Miles was SO HOSPITABLE and the wait staff was all over us with attention!!! We were overwhelmed with it all - food, service, Italian music playing, and total ambience. Who cares that it is located in a strip mall? For a while, we were transported from mall to "Italy".

I had Chicken w/Eggplant, and my friend had Ckn/Brocolli Fettuccini - both delicious. The portions were so large that we could not finish it all and had to ask for a "people" bag to take the rest of it home. The garlic rolls with virgin Olive oil for dipping are to "die for", and we couldn't get enough - they are light, soft, and flavorful. Olive Garden is good but does not have anything like these. *Note*: Authenic Italian food is NOT spicy, but more mild - so don't expect it to conform to American tastebuds.

After our dinner, we were surprised and treated to a special dessert of our choice (the Spumoni was great) since we had driven 2.5 hrs (150 miles) to dine there. As we were leaving, the manager spent several minutes talking with us and showed us the beautifully carved antique serving hutches in there. Very personable touch and interesting conversation!

The evening was a wonderful experience that we shared celebrating her birthday. We all recommend Provino's and WILL return - even if we do have to drive 2.5 hrs.

Bon Appe`tit !! Enjoy!!

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