We usually go here for the food not the service.  Tonight, this all changed.

This family owned Italian restaurant in Alamo Heights has always made solid handmade meals.  Seriously, this family knows it's stuff.

Had the Greek salad and Cannelloni tonight.  Absolutely a delight.  Every ingredient fresh.  Every bite an opera in your mouth.

Now for the service.  We always seem to get stuck with a grump of a late middle aged waiter who makes it clear that he would rather not be serving you.  One time he even changed the tip amount right in front of us because he said he deserved more tip.  He throws the plates of food on the table.  Neglects your table.  Makes you wait for your ticket.  He must be related for I am sure he would have been booted out a long time ago.

Tonight this disagreeable man was not there. We got who I imagine is the daughter of the owner.  She was pleasant and agreeable.  Met our every need even though she was also tending a large party. 

So please give this place a try.  Every dish, including the pizza, is well crafted and tasty.  I suggest if you never have been here, to start with the house Lasagna.  It is filled with meat and smothered in a pink sauce that is sweet.  Out of this world.

4 Stars out of 5