Alfredo’s Italian Restaurant, Morningside

When was the last time you were in a truly old school Italian restaurant?I’m talking red walls, red carpet, red napkins, dark wood bar, and Sinatra playing. These places are a dying breed. New Italian cuisine paired with a bright airy dining area can be great but not always want you are looking for. I wanted to see a Marlon Brando type character as soon as I walked in but alas only saw a smattering of Buckhead Betty’s. We had a bit of a wait but were able to get a seat the at the bar after a few minutes. Instead of being difficult and demanding a wine menu I opted to go with a dirty martini, which consequently makes me more fun anyways! Once we got to a table I did see you can order wine by the glass, 1/2 carafe, and bottle. Since Tom & I were both hungry neither of us held back. Tom ordered 1/2 fettuccine verde, Casalinga & 1/2 manicotti, all Antonio. I got the Godfather, three different types of veal: Francese, Parmigiana, & Marsala with a side of penne bolognese because the veal alone clearly wouldn’t have been enough food… while most would have stopped there we just had to try the tiramisu and very glad we did. And although we both put on elastic when we got home neither of us regret eating and enjoying that much food.