The main building is, quite literally, a grocery store. Inside, you can find a variety of imported olive oils, jarred sauces, and dried pastas. The line for placing food orders winds its way around the edges of the store, passing by shelves and coolers stocked with homemade gnocchi, cavatelli, tortellini, and more. Though the space is tight, it is alive with the sounds of busy employees filling orders. The air is filled with tempting smells of cured meats, fragrant spices, and crusty loaves of bread, making everyone in line eager to place their order. 

If you are dining in, your meal will be taken to the kitchen and heated in the ovens before being served on disposable paper plates with plastic utensils. Once properly heated, it will be loaded on bright red plastic trays for you to take as you exit the store, down a small set of stairs, and into the adjacent dining room. 

The dining area exudes a cozy charm, with enough space for about fifty customers. Framed newspaper articles and reviews decorate the exposed brick walls, showcasing the unique appeal of this establishment. Italian melodies drift from hidden speakers above, adding to the room’s atmosphere. A painting of a young Sylvester Stalone, flexing in a black t-shirt, smiling with a watchful eye, hangs over the dining area. 

In the summertime, there is an outdoor patio available that adds about twenty more seats. This is the ideal spot to indulge in a frozen serving of gelato on a scorching day. 

It’s important to note that Freddy’s only accepts cash as payment, so be sure to bring paper currency instead of relying on credit or debit cards. Additionally, please keep in mind that no public restrooms are available on-site, so plan accordingly before your visit. 

I give Freddy’s two stars for their atmosphere. While the establishment may not be luxurious, they have put enough effort into making it comfortable for their guests. Margaret raises their rating to three stars. She appreciates the sense of belonging and camaraderie in the dining room, as well as the pleasant music and smells. 

Overall, we both agree on giving the ambiance a rating of three stars.

t this counter-order establishment, there are no waitstaff. However, the counter staff makes an effort to create a welcoming atmosphere, as if you’re dining with family or friends. A team of knowledgeable employees bustles behind glass cases displaying their various options of pizza, pasta, salad, and sandwiches. During busy times, it may seem chaotic, with customers calling out their orders and workers jostling for position at the lone register. But don’t worry, the staff is more than capable of answering any questions or fulfilling special requests. They take pride in their product and strive to make your experience enjoyable.

The welcoming nature of the staff and their pleasantness earns them three stars from me, while Margaret adds one more for their exceptional service to bump her rating to four.

Overall, Freddy’s service is deserving of four stars.

Freddy’s Pizza truly excels in this category. Most everything on their menu is made fresh on site, and the care and dedication put into each item is right there in every bite. With each mouthful, you’ll feel like you’re sitting at the dinner table of an Italian grandmother, whether real or imagined.

To begin our meal, we ordered an arancini. The dish consisted of a breaded and deep-fried rice ball filled with a savory mixture of meat, cheese, and peas. The crispy exterior had a beautiful golden orange hue, fitting for its name, as arancini means “orange” in Italian. The outer layer had a satisfying crispness from the frying process, while the inside was a perfect blend of soft rice and warm filling. Pro tip: request a side of their marinara sauce for dipping, or do what Margaret and I prefer, which is to dip each bite into the sauces from your other entrees for added flavor. 

For our pasta dish, we opted for the cheese ravioli with crushed cherry tomato sauce. The homemade ricotta-filled pasta pieces swim in the flavorful sauce, seasoned with slices of garlic and basil. The creamy richness of the cheese is perfectly complemented by the tang of the red sauce. Every mouthful is a harmonious blend of flavors that dance in your mouth.

Freddy’s offers a variety of chicken options, from the classic Chicken Parmesan to the zesty Chicken Limone and the savory Chicken Marsala. Each full dish starts with a huge chicken breast, the size of a dinner plate. This time, we chose the Chicken Sorrentina. The tender chicken breast is breaded and topped with slices of tomato and eggplant, all covered in melted mozzarella cheese. The chicken was cooked perfectly, remaining juicy and flavorful as I sopped up every last bit of sauce with the complimentary bread.

Margaret’s opinion on the food quality at Freddy’s is as follows. “If you want a great Italian meal that tastes like it came out of somebody’s grandma’s kitchen, this place is a must. On a scale of one to five, I’d give it a ten if I could.”

I have to agree. I am unable to remember a time I’ve eaten here and been disappointed with the food. Freddy’s consistently hits it out of the ballpark.

The food quality is top-notch, earning a rating of five stars from both of us.

Our total bill, including my Diet Coke and Margaret’s imported still water, came to $34.75, which breaks down to $17.38 per person. Considering the unique dining atmosphere and high-quality food compared to other options vying for our business, Freddy’s is unbeatable in terms of overall value. I’ve paid much more for meals that were a disappointment and left me unsatisfied, but here at Freddy’s, I can say with confidence that every dollar was well spent.

We both agree that Freddy’s is a five-star establishment in terms of value.