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Apr 25
Went here for a farewell lunch yesterday. The food was OK (nobody complained, at least), but it did seem to take a longer-than-normal time to get our food.
They've changed their menu since the last time I've been here, which was probably a year or so ago. It's nice to see bucatini being offered, even though I hardly ever order pasta dishes.
(I get wracked with guilt when I order pasta at ESM because I know that I really should be making myself, since it'd be faster, cheaper, and better. *And* when you're making it at home you can drink half a bottle of wine without people worrying about you!)
They've changed their menu since the last time I've been here, which was probably a year or so ago. It's nice to see bucatini being offered, even though I hardly ever order pasta dishes.
(I get wracked with guilt when I order pasta at ESM because I know that I really should be making myself, since it'd be faster, cheaper, and better. *And* when you're making it at home you can drink half a bottle of wine without people worrying about you!)
Mar 11
Went for dinner at the St. Laurent location. There was a major snowstorm so the place was practically empty - therefore service was fast.
My boyfriend ordered the calamari appetizer and chicken Caesar salad. I was able to order the unlimited soup or salad for an additional $3.99.
The Caesar salad he says had uncrisp lettuce, bland dressing, and watery and salty chicken. I thought the croûtons were good because they had 'bite'.
2007 Apr 4
My little brother continues to work here, much to my irritation...
Pictured: cheese capelleti.
Apparently they're about to change their menu. (Good.)
Funnel Cake [2]
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May 25
I've been wanting to try this ever since MelodySoul mentioned that ESM offers it. Last night, following a relatively light meal at Taste of Japan in Bells Corners, was the perfect opportunity.
In contrast to what you get at Paramount Canada's Wonderland, the ESM version lacks soft serve and whole strawberries. However, the hard ice cream and strawberry sauce are still very good. And the whipped cream and caramel sauce are welcome additions. All in all, a fantastic dessert for once in a while. It would be great for sharing but I ate the whole thing. ;-)
May 1
I've got to say... we've been known to stop by an ESM just for the funnel cakes from time to time... guilty pleasure, I must admit, but these are a childhood fav!
2007 Sep 14
East Side Mario's is pretty average at best but they have funnel cake and I don't know of anywhere else that does besides a fairground. Their version is topped with ice cream and strawberry and caramel sauce. Yum!
Cheesesteak [0]
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May 1
If Mr. Mario, CEO of East Side Mario's, were worth half his salt, he'd man up and call the Philly Cheesesteak a Chicago Italian Beef. BECAUSE THAT'S WHAT IT IS.
Only it's missing the au jus.
And the giardiniera.
(So it's pretty sucky.)
Only it's missing the au jus.
And the giardiniera.
(So it's pretty sucky.)
Caesar Salad [-1]
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2006 Nov 7
No anchovies in the dressing, so -- good for vegetarians. Kudos to them for the large bowls; the aesthetics aren't fantastic, but it beats those prissy little plates everything falls off of.
That said, the lettuce should've been crisper. Not terrible. But.
Freshly grated parmesan. Bland croutons.
That said, the lettuce should've been crisper. Not terrible. But.
Freshly grated parmesan. Bland croutons.