Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine
The Old Spaghetti Factory

The Old Spaghetti Factory

152 S Monroe St, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States

Mexican • Italian • American • North American


"--- So, let’s break it down: **The Good:** 1. The wait staff is excellent—attentive and friendly without being intrusive. 2. I really love the décor: the brick walls, beautiful paintings, velvet furniture, and chandeliers create a charming atmosphere. 3. The freshly baked bread with whipped butter is absolutely delightful; I could indulge in it all day. 4. Whenever I've made a reservation, regardless of how busy it is, I've always been seated at my reserved time. 5. The restaurant is completely nut-free, which is a relief for anyone with nut allergies. 6. I appreciate the menu option that allows you to choose multiple sauces for your pasta. It’s a fun way to try new flavors or combine complementary ones. **The Average:** 1. The tomato-based pasta sauces tasted a bit tinny, indicating they’re not homemade or simmered long enough, which is disappointing. 2. The salad is just a pre-packaged mix with croutons. I expect at least tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions in a legitimate salad (though the dressing is good). 3. The Caesar salad is $2 more, but it's essentially the same cheap mix with Caesar dressing. It doesn't make much sense. **The Bad:** 1. The restrooms (one for men and one for women) only have one toilet each, which is inadequate for such a busy restaurant. They were quite dirty and lacked toilet paper. This raises a red flag for me; the staff should ensure that the restrooms are clean and well-stocked. If the bathrooms are in such condition, it makes me worry about the cleanliness of the kitchen. I went to Trader Joe's afterward, and their restrooms were pristine—it's surprising that a grocery store would have cleaner facilities than a restaurant. 2. On busy nights, my food has often arrived before I've even finished half my salad (not a major issue), but it has consistently been lukewarm at best (definitely a significant concern). This suggests that my food was not warmed properly because the kitchen was in a hurry, and for the price of the dishes here, those kinds of mistakes shouldn’t happen repeatedly. Overall, after giving this place multiple chances, I’ve decided not to come back. --- Feel free to let me know if you need any adjustments!"