Franco Di Roma - Middletown

Franco's sauces are truly exceptional, and his pasta dishes are top-notch. Last night for dinner, K had the stuffed shells, which were absolutely delightful—perfectly seasoned and rich in flavor. Our salads were fresh and fantastic, dressed with Franco's balsamic vinaigrette (which he also sells by the bottle). However, the highlight for me was the simple sausage and pepper sub. I believe a lot of it comes down to Franco's sourcing; the sausage, like the balsamic vinegar and his incredible sauces, is definitely not the average grocery store variety. That's what sets Franco's apart and makes it truly remarkable.

Since their makeover by Restaurant Impossible, the menu has been significantly streamlined and features all new items, with none of the old dishes available. The new menu is quite delicious, though it is notably limited in options. The revamped dining area is pleasant, but lacks soundproofing, resulting in a noisy atmosphere even when the place is not crowded. Despite this, I still recommend it for its unique and tasty offerings.

I visited Italian Rest in Middletown for the first time, and I had a great experience. The food was delicious, and the portion sizes were generous.

The Chicken Parmigiana Hero is fantastic! My son really enjoys the Children's Penne Pasta with sauce.

I often request extra crispy wings at various restaurants, but most of them don’t deliver. These guys, however, nailed it – they were fantastic! I’ve never had a bad experience with the food or service here.