Pomodoro

This restaurant took over the location of the Monaco Inn which I patronized. A neighbor friend told me about Pomodoro's other restaurant in Aurora and raved about how fantastic it was so I have eagerly looked forward to dining at this new location .The problem with high expectations is often those high expectations are not met in reality.However, my recent experience during my first visit to this restaurant proved it is everything and more I had hoped it would be. Another person's review I had read prior to my visit in order to possibly see what dishes were especially delectable talked glowingly about the mussels so I ordered the appetizer size portion and supplemented it with a side of cappellini in a very tasty clam sauce.That order was accompanied by four delectable garlic knots perfectly seasoned with salted butter and garlic- yum!This combination was deliciously satisfying and sufficed, quantity-wise, as a perfect dinner portion.On my next already planned and soon to happen visit, I plan on ordering the lasagna so many patrons have spoken highly of. However, I have a feeling virtually every dish served in this establishment is savory and the portions are generous ( always great to have delectable leftovers for lunch the next day- no muss, no fuss)!This will definitely become one of my new go to restaurants and I suspect that shortly reservations may be a good idea given the buzz about this place. However, since I typically sit at the bar at establishments I dine at, reservations shouldn't pose a problem at least for a while. I would be remiss if I did not mention how personable and amiable all the various Pomodorians who served me in my maiden voyage to this wonderful restaurant were and that part of my dining experience correspondingly enhanced my dining enjoyment. Thanks to all of you-you know who you are!Yes, I enthusiastically give this place an unwavering 100% recommendation. I believe you will enjoy it as much as I have.Divertiti! Francisco El Peligroso

This Italian place just opened and we decided to check it out. The food is very delicious and flavorful and the servers were friendly. Would come again

First time at new location. Extensive menu. Lots of choices. Bread rolls with marinara sauce was very good. The Caesar salad was average- it needed more cheese and a heartier dressing. Four of us each had a different entree. None of the entrees were exceptional - just average. The portion sizes were generous. The service was good. The interior has had little changed and looks like the same restaurant when it was the Monaco Inn.

Friendly server, mediocre food, bad lighting. The Cesar salad was the highlight. Veal special was tough and way too much breading - flavorless. Poor quality dried pasta used in the pasta sides. Don't recommend.

First time trying this location of Pomodoro and happy to report that it's just as good as the smaller, original Aurora spot. Had the pizza and spaghetti and meatballs and both were fantastic. It's great having a quality neighborhood Italian restaurant close by!

The new and larger Pomodoro is still delicious, still great portions, still fair prices but now there is more room and it feels very comfortable. This remains our go to and favorite place for wonderful Italian food that is terrific and not ostentatious.

We went here for the first time. Very, very good. You won't be disappointed. It still says "Monaco Inn" on the awnings but that will change. The sign, however, says Pomodoro on the facade. Nice portions, fresh, tasty garlic knots. Good staff. We will be going back. They repainted and replaced the aging tables, chairs and booths and brightened up the lighting from the previous restaurant.

We ate at the new location this evening. Hubby & I shared a large garden side salad, which was terrific - lettuce, spinach, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, carrots, radish. We had homemade balsamic dressing on the side - it was light and flavorful. We also shared a plate of Tilapia Francese. It was light with a flavorful sauce. It came with spaghetti noodles and broccoli. The portion was huge - it easily fed the 2 of us and could have served 3. We were also served 3 garlic knots, which were soft and delicious, especially with the sauce. The servers were friendly and cheerful, despite being rushed with an almost-full house. We're so glad they're in our neighborhood - we'll be back!!