"I've been a regular at this restaurant for years, and one of the reasons I enjoy it is that it's not widely known, making it a nice, quiet, and authentic dining spot with a relaxed atmosphere. The Italian food here is incredibly authentic—nothing is just microwaved or pulled from the freezer. Everything is always fresh. However, during my last two visits, I noticed the cleanliness of the establishment has declined significantly. The dishes were dirty and sticky, the cloth napkins had food remnants on them, and the silverware was unclean. While the food is fantastic, the unsatisfactory level of cleanliness has been quite disappointing lately. Despite my fondness for the food and the sentimental value this place holds for me, I find it hard to return."