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If Ciao! was in downtown Sioux Falls, this would be my lunchtime go-to.
topped with garlic and other cheese), but we blazed on. The dining room isn’t the only open area of the restaurant. The kitchen is blocked off by just a half-wall, which allows diners to watch their food being prepared. Our order was ready in less than 10 minutes. The spaghetti was everything one could expect it to be. The meatball was the size of a human fist. It had a lot of flavor and good texture. The marinara sauce was rich, thick and tomatoey. The pasta was al dente. If I needed a spaghetti fix without a lot of fuss, this would be an obvious choice. The mixture of Alfredo and pesto sauces on the penne dish fill the senses with creamy, basily, garlicky goodness. The broccolini and sundried tomatoes added brightness and helped to break up the richness. The dish comes standard as a vegetarian option, but the menu suggests adding grilled chicken, garlic shrimp or Italian sausage. We added the sausage, which came in bite-sized pieces, evenly distributed throughout. Both pasta dishes were above average in the flavor department, but my favorite thing on the table was the salad. The Tuscan Farmhouse Salad is mixed greens topped with goat cheese, candied pecans, cucumber, and best of all – red and golden beets. I’m a sucker for a beet. A light coating of raspberry walnut vinaigrette It’s the facts... tied it all together. We opted to leave the · Ciao! offers gluten-free and salad meatless, and it children’s menu options. didn’t feel lacking in · Diners can order takeout online, any way. If Ciao! was at www.ciaoitalianeatery.com. in downtown Sioux Falls, this would be my · Along with your pasta, enjoy lunchtime go-to. local craft beers and wine by Bottom line: the glass from Rapid City-based The food is good, the Firehouse Wine Cellars. service was fast and · Ciao! Is now serving breakfriendly, and the price fast daily from 6-11 a.m. The was right. Most of menu includes frittatas, eggs the menu items range benedict and more. from $7.95-9.75.
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