"Sure enough, Pepe invited us to Don and Vinny's to celebrate Lydia’s surprise birthday (which I won't reveal how old she is) on December 11th. It was a double surprise because Pepe had no idea that his daughter Alicia and her husband Dan had invited around 25 of Lydia's friends to join us. Andrew, Jen, and Jillian were there as well, along with Dale and Sherree. That evening, I tried the Rigatoni di Casa, which is the most popular dish on the menu, and it definitely lived up to its reputation. I finished it all, so I didn’t need a take-home box. Michelle enjoyed her Chicken Marinara over pasta. A large birthday cake adorned with sparklers was brought out, and Lydia delivered a heartfelt toast. It was such a fun night, and the wonderful staff at Don and Vinny's, including Jesse and Jamie, were incredibly accommodating and patient! It’s no small feat to serve 25 people at once, but they handled it smoothly and with smiles on their faces. If you’re in the Dania/East Hollywood area looking for a great Italian restaurant, this place is definitely worth a visit!"
