tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post1584930950090540157..comments2024-03-28T05:14:28.792-04:00Comments on HowChow: Facci Ristorante -- First Thoughts On The Soft OpenHowChowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14214893123333124514noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-85196733648835684512010-06-18T16:15:42.567-04:002010-06-18T16:15:42.567-04:00I was very excited to go to Facci for the first ti...I was very excited to go to Facci for the first time for lunch today based on your reviews. All I can say is that I should've re-read your reviews before going, I would've ordered the ravioli instead of the shrimp scampi. There was very little flavor in the scampi and the 3 shrimp that I did get were rubbery. The bread that they brought was amazing, the caprese was excellent and the Julienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-34916972299147426692010-04-10T08:35:45.578-04:002010-04-10T08:35:45.578-04:00We ate at Facci last night and we thought the food...We ate at Facci last night and we thought the food was outstanding. I got the Fettucine Romano and was blown away. The sauce was amazing. My husband had the Margherita Pizza and he thought it was incredible. Our friend had some sort of Seafood Alfredo dish that smelled amazing. He loved it, and I plan on trying it the next time we are there. I'm also super curious about the Italian BoatKaytehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03942392600199661086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-12442286034506063762010-02-26T17:56:34.706-05:002010-02-26T17:56:34.706-05:00Wanted to try this place but when we tried to get ...Wanted to try this place but when we tried to get takeout tonight we were told we couldn't. Take out menus still not available. Not sure we'll be going back.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-89852276530655773992010-02-25T19:45:21.009-05:002010-02-25T19:45:21.009-05:00We visited Facci on last night for the second time...We visited Facci on last night for the second time in two weeks. We had to wait to be seated but it was worth it. We started out with the Shrimp Gondola and the Italian Boat, which were half price and it was amazing. The sauce that they use for the Shrimp was out of this world. Our waiter Mike recommended the Sante Ema Merlot, which we ended up having two bottles of. We also had the Pizze NutellaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-35610470874530709492010-02-13T12:00:03.608-05:002010-02-13T12:00:03.608-05:00My boyfriend and I ate here last night and were co...My boyfriend and I ate here last night and were completely knocked out by the amazing food. We arrived at 6:15 and waited at the bar for about an hour until our table was ready. <br /><br />While at the bar we chatted with a great bartender there, Joey, who gave us recommendations and helped my boyfriend put together a completely unique version of the talapia on the menu.When we were seated Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-71655983241292178102010-01-27T14:22:07.618-05:002010-01-27T14:22:07.618-05:00I think Facci has really done a terrific job with ...I think Facci has really done a terrific job with the quality and value of its food and wine, and it obviously is exactly what diners have been waiting for. There's nothing like this in this area. It's casual enough for families to feel comfortable, and the food and wine and atmosphere feel a little more special than most places. It's not pretentious, and still fun and friendly. But Sophianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-62256668736627407662010-01-27T13:28:16.956-05:002010-01-27T13:28:16.956-05:00Based primarily on the comments here we visited Fa...Based primarily on the comments here we visited Facci last night. The food was outstanding - I enjoyed the Italian Boat antipasti plate followed by the Rapini white pizza. As a native NYer I knew how to fold my pizza to properly handle it :) My wife ordered the bruschetta, which was delicious and a generous serving size. Her eggplant parmigiana was spectacular; probably the best I've ever hadFiveStringnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-78161289760270228202010-01-23T20:44:18.949-05:002010-01-23T20:44:18.949-05:00Took the whole family there today for lunch. For t...Took the whole family there today for lunch. For those with kids - they have a few kids options including an unexpectedly large margherita pizza. I had the prosciutto panini and my wife had the ham panini. Both were delicious, with thick, perfectly toasted bread, and didn't skimp on the ingredients like other places (Pazani). They also came with homemade potato chips which were exceptionallyjoneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06104124317773285402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-44832277654013433582010-01-22T19:00:10.561-05:002010-01-22T19:00:10.561-05:00Awesome Neapolitan pizza and terrific Italian food...Awesome Neapolitan pizza and terrific Italian food selection!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-3925036392679032682010-01-20T19:27:32.525-05:002010-01-20T19:27:32.525-05:00The food there is incredible and you can't bea...The food there is incredible and you can't beat the prices. We have been there 3 times and haven't been disappointed. Appetizers are scrumptious, portions are large and the staff is warm and friendly. Can't wait to go back. The menu is large and so much more I need to try.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13118361961718469917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-51322581635655535302010-01-17T22:41:10.795-05:002010-01-17T22:41:10.795-05:00Paul and I were first turned away at 9:45pm this e...Paul and I were first turned away at 9:45pm this evening because the kitchen was closed, but then the owner ran after us (as we were getting into our car) to tell us that we could still have pizza. We had the wild mushroom and quattro stagionni pizzas and we were truly sated. The thin crust reminds me of the pizza I had in Tuscany 2 years ago. (from Becky in Maplelawn)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-58655277039895591082010-01-17T15:52:56.732-05:002010-01-17T15:52:56.732-05:00Boyfriend and I went for lunch today -- I thought ...Boyfriend and I went for lunch today -- I thought it was awesomely yummy (the boyfriend is more a fan of deeper-dish pizza, but he still liked it all the same). I grew up in New Jersey and have been trying desperately to find a pizza place that comes close to that style. Facci gets the style down, though with more upscale toppings. The fennel sausage was absolutely wonderful. We ordered the Jessnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-12529213924429945682010-01-17T09:43:10.713-05:002010-01-17T09:43:10.713-05:00Went to Facci this past Thursday evening, the plac...Went to Facci this past Thursday evening, the place was packed. There was a nice vibe going. After sharing light and tender fried calamari (good), along with mozzarella caprese (just ok), I turned my attention to the quattro stagioni pizza. I hadn't read pizzablogger's post and so didn't know what Neapolitan pizza was supposed to be like - I just sat there wondering why the front of fultienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-54772302085610906232010-01-17T09:07:11.993-05:002010-01-17T09:07:11.993-05:00Being italian and from Chicago also working in the...Being italian and from Chicago also working in the restaurant business I overheard two customers talking about "Facci". I decided to try it out with a friend. I loved the warmth and coziness of the restaurant. Started out with the shrimp gondola and then we had the vegetable flatbread and the traditional margherita pizza it was amazing and we are planning our next trip backto try the &Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-34972135698440802102010-01-17T07:13:20.026-05:002010-01-17T07:13:20.026-05:00So the pizza is soggy because of the style - I get...So the pizza is soggy because of the style - I get it. But since I'm in the crispy camp, I'll be heading to Coal Fire (or 2 Amys in DC) for my pizza fix. Entrees - again, so so. Sorry, but I want to love the food & I don't. But the overall atmosphere is lovely. And I will be back for that.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-38455443963435091462010-01-16T19:54:07.907-05:002010-01-16T19:54:07.907-05:00The food was delicious. Everyone ordered different...The food was delicious. Everyone ordered different selections, and everyone agreed their food was delicious. The waiter was also very nice, helpful on selections, and knowledgeable. The prices were reasonable. However, the service was terrible. The waiter mixed up the drink orders, and things went downhill from there. The worst part was how long it took for the food to arrive. I'm Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-56811622146477271362010-01-16T18:56:11.867-05:002010-01-16T18:56:11.867-05:00Even though others were able to place take out ord...Even though others were able to place take out orders I was told no. It will be about two weeks until they are setup for take out. I stopped by to order a couple pizzas for take out. It was 5:15 pm and the restaurant was not busy. The hostess told me they want the food coming out of the kitchen for the seated customers. She should have not said that with many open tables behind her.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-63939559006527861802010-01-16T14:40:08.588-05:002010-01-16T14:40:08.588-05:00Went for lunch today and loved it! Had the Savares...Went for lunch today and loved it! Had the Savarese pizza (meatballs, smoked mozzarella, caramelized onions, pine nuts, gorgonzola) which was delicious. It was an interesting mix of flavors that worked really well. As others have mentioned, the pizza was "wet", but I rather liked it that way. The bartender said the Wild Mushroom pizza was his favorite, which the couple next to me joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06104124317773285402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-69653751042895951192010-01-16T13:53:52.926-05:002010-01-16T13:53:52.926-05:00Facci...is an excellent addition to the Howard Cou...Facci...is an excellent addition to the Howard County area. I was there Thursday and ate at the bar ($1.00 of drinks and half off appetizers). I started with the mussels which although were slightly overcooked, the sauce was delicious. I ended with the meatballs-which were seseasoned perfectly, lying in a delicious sauce and very tender. Pro's: Great ambiance, Excellent flavors, Lisa (thePennhttp://www.therestauranttrainers.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-34282780343841053382010-01-16T12:59:06.084-05:002010-01-16T12:59:06.084-05:00Went last night. Yummy. The bar was lively with ni...Went last night. Yummy. The bar was lively with nice bartenders which made the almost hour wait go by quickly. Appetizers are half price at the bar until 7pm. The pizza margherita was quite good. Chewy thin crust with a nice "goo" in the center. We'll be back.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-40783825899254789502010-01-15T09:47:14.581-05:002010-01-15T09:47:14.581-05:00Can't wait to try it. I agree with Pizzablogge...Can't wait to try it. I agree with Pizzablogger about style of pizza. I lived in Europe for 5 years and haven't found good knife and fork thin crust pizza in the 'burbs. I hope this is just like in Italy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-21399793315585579192010-01-14T09:51:29.540-05:002010-01-14T09:51:29.540-05:00Website is now up:
www.faccirestaurant.comWebsite is now up:<br /><br />www.faccirestaurant.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-11387344416942052832010-01-14T08:15:14.667-05:002010-01-14T08:15:14.667-05:00A thing to keep in mind about the pizzas here:
Fa...A thing to keep in mind about the pizzas here:<br /><br />Facci is, to the best of my knowledge, the first pizzeria attempting to offer Neapolitan pizza in that area of Howard County, if not in all of Howard County (and indeed much of the Maryland based DC suburbs). <br /><br />This style is confusing because many pizzerias mention "Neapolitan" on their menus, but are <b>not</b> sellingPizzabloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09458696212005269427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-10674595846238981532010-01-13T20:15:38.529-05:002010-01-13T20:15:38.529-05:00I stopped at Facci tonight and originally planned ...I stopped at Facci tonight and originally planned to pick up pizza. They didn't have a take out menu yet but said I could look at the regular menu and place an order. We ended up staying to eat. The waitstaff were all very friendly and enthusiastic about the changes to the restaurant. I had the white pizza with broccoli rabe and it was yummy! I asked the waitress if I could get it without RDAdochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14446766758477608885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6242128247197293599.post-88755995302353424052010-01-13T16:48:44.202-05:002010-01-13T16:48:44.202-05:00Lunch today was so so at best. Sorry but I really...Lunch today was so so at best. Sorry but I really wanted to love this place but wet lettuce spoiled the salad. Pizza was soggy too - puddle of oil under the slices we ate. I'll try again & hope that it will be close the other meals described.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com