As for Dels going on Restaurant Impossible, in these trying times to make a change, my hats off to you. Ill never go back. Neighborhood: Pittsburgh. It seems that the two top complaints are still the quality of food and the owner. December 2, 2011 / 12:08 AM / CBS Pittsburgh. The soup was hot, with greens a plenty. This doesnt excuse the near constant abuse that I, and many others, went through during our time there as servers. 1 The Chicago School is more celebrated in France than in the United States, and accordingly Jean Pie ; 1 On July 2, 1974 I began my 11-month stint as a machine operator at Allied Corporation, a pseudonym for the engine division of the multinational corporation, Allis Chalmers. I may be an old man when it happens since Pittsburgh is so terrified of any kind of change, but it WILL happen eventually. MARIANNE CALLED THIS GUEST AN MFER IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DINING ROOM, in front of all the diners there, including children. I never understood why people liked Dels so much. For homework at the end of the first day, Robert asks the cooks to make twelve new pizza specials and cost the dishes to make a profit. My only thought is that when you run a business and you turn over so many employees, not to mention the public berating that allegedly happens, that you are leaving yourself open to such public criticism. The other bars around there (Howlers, BBT, Lot 17, etc) have a fair to large amount of clientele. How dare Dels consider themselves a Pgh institution. Creating a sense of anxiety and pressure only increases mistakes. I urge anyone who visits this restaurant to go in with an open mind and a positive heart! Believe me, it goes a long way in managing employees. I really do want only the best for Bloomfield and for Pittsburgh. WebStacey says that the team is feeling "energized" after the Restaurant: Impossible transformation and looking ahead to the future. Robert Irvine would be extremely busy. Just watched Restaurant Impossible love the new lookbest of luck to the owners. Piccolo Forno is AMAZING! I do hope you kept the Eggplant Parmigiana unchanged, It wasalways my favorite of any Italian restaurant. The show is also looking for skilled contractors, electricians, plumbers and painters to donate their time. The waitress came back later in tears and got a new order from them. But, we have no complaints. Since Im on a diet I limit going out to special occasions and when Im hosting someone, so Im dismayed that we cant seem to try anything new when our regular guests come to visit . Click for more Restaurant Impossible Restaurants. I never order Italian food unless its in an authentic Italian restaurant, (not in one of those chains), but Dels is one Italian restaurant that hasnt disappointed me yet. Thanks for standing up for me. Also troubling were the hard, floury gnocchi that accompanied the veal. old) Praise in Public, Criticize in Private. Mad Cactus got what Robert was saying. You forgot to add just kidding after Piccolo Forno. Im really not sure- its always difficult to get things right the first night. It was difficult to tell what had been done to the interior of Dels, as it had been quite some time since I was last there. Blaming the staff and not taking responsibility as the one who hired them does not show me that you have changed at all. So as you all keep writing negative things, Dels is booming, place is packed. Each was unique and tasted good and I absolutely loved the mafalda. And will the owners of Dels adhere to the new menu and dcor? The pizza was always great and still is and they make some really good sandwiches so if I go there it is usually for lunch. I am leery of dinner since I went a few years ago and took a coworker who was in town and the food was not good. Have eaten and loved Dels since I was a teenager, and that was a long time ago. While Im happy that they did have quite a crowd, I cant possibly believe that this restaurant has benefitted from being on the show. I agree with your dinner companion, photos of Pittsburgh on the walls would be preferable to spoons. I worked there several decades ago and its true Marianne did go crazy periodically and was quite verbally excessive with the wait staff on bad days. He was impossibly romantic, she told me. 42min. WebRestaurant Impossible - Stella's Italian Restaurant In this Restaurant Impossible, Robert Irvine visits Stella's Italian Restaurant in Stratford, Connecticut. I live in Puerto Rico, so I dont know when Ill be able to visit your restaurant. She seems to be ignoring all of the great feedback from everyone. Hmm could it be they know what their doing, and are there to make money & not feed into, work related drama? Im not sure if the desserts were made in house, but a few easy-to-make signature desserts would really perk up the menu. Are there reps getting around the UPP ban? I always said, while working there, that Dels could be a reality show all its own. The article got a lot of attention from loyal Dels diners. He wasnt as funny as he thought he was, he was a bit annoying, other than him, we gave it a thumbs up. I dont know but it seems strange to me. Robert calls a staff meeting to talk to the unruly staff and it is clear that there is a lack of management. I look forward to eating here when Im in town. Youve thrown yourself to the wolves now. I liked the new decor. I have witnessed on several occasions the owners being very nasty with the waitstaff. Hung around dels the night of the Restaurant Impossible grand opening, I over heard the TV crew outside in the parking lot say how shocked he was working in such an old building, how clean everything was. Thats a shame, because it means you and your employees will continue to be miserable and your familys restaurant most likely will not survive. You are not a decent human being. When we said yes, we were told that they went back to the old way of making it as the owners felt that it was still a better production process. Prices are reasonable for two. The subject line of the email must read: FN 1308 PA VOLUNTEER. This includes cheapo weddings at 2 star hotels. And to be honest, the old decor didnt bother us, either. pittsburgh has one of the best talent pools anywhere in the us. It was interesting to see how incredibly focused, organized and diligent they were, even after working 36 straight hours. If you told someone living in Italy they they would laugh so hard you would have to rush them to the emergency room. Restaurant: Impossible (2011 ) Episode List Current Episode (aired 28 Jul. And her bar is always empty which is sad. This is such a shame and a waste of energy. A lof of Fridays and Saturdays were spent there dining. There is no excuse for it. We never encountered any screaming from the management, or any repremanding of the staff. Desserts there are not made in house, but bought from an outside vendor. My group has never been disappointed. Join The Conversation On The KDKA Facebook Page. My sister just told me her and her husband ate there on March 4th and had the $ 20.00 dinner for 2. Anything positive to the community and for Pittsburgh, is a big plus! Ask ANYONE in Bloomfield about Scarianne, theyll tell you. We ordered 3 different pasta dishes. WebBest Restaurants in Monroe, LA - Catahoulas, Waterfront Grill, Delta Biscuit Company, Cotton, The Fat Pelican, Parish Restaurant & Bar, Warehouse No. Robert meets with the owners and asks Michael to write down what he does each day and Camille to write down what she would do differently. Dad from Lawrenceville; Mom from Bloomfield. Marianne has P.T.S.D. Seriously, dont bother trying to diss people when you are just making yourself look like a total moron. Being a Fan of Food Network shows & now a Fan of Restaurant Impossible & Restaurant Stakeout, I stumbled on to many restaurant reviews from those shows. i cant comment or have a opinion at the moment but as for my opinion is that most people in pittsburgh know about as much about food as they do driving on the parkways and thats crap.so to that i would say pittsburgh keep your mouth shut unless your shoving cheese or fries in it! I guess cowards are now using the internet to bully people, places and things. Most people who dine out want a good meal in a pleasant environment and are perfectly willing to pay for itthey dont want bad food and bad service, even for free. The renovation is complete and Robert reveals the makeover to the family and they are overwhelmed. Thank you Jesus that none of you are appointed by God to judge on judgement day, This is like the poison pen of years gone by. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I can say that weve been there at least a dozen times, and each time it was great. Lets just put one thing to rest right now. Two things.. Tiramisu is rarely seen on a dessert menu when you are in Italy.. Say what you wish but time will tell. Plain and simple. Bobby Flay and His Daughter, Sophie, Hit the California Coast in Search of Sun, Surf, Seafood and the Best of L.A. 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Several months ago I wrote an unfavorable review of Dels restaurant in Pittsburgh. I keep hearing about Marianne blaming young employees for Dels loss of business. I didnt mean to turn Chef Chucks page into a Marianne-bashing conversation. You took absolutely no responsibility for what your familys restaurant has become. Chef Robert & his team have been a great wake up call. You can see she is a hard worker who tries to make everyone happy and your not going to make everyone happy.. I usually dont order meatballs in restaurants because they dont live up to my standards, but I will eat Dels. There are 2 sides to every story, as the old saying goes. I watched the show last night. While we liked the new decor, as was hoping for a great experience, we ware disappointed. That alone says something isnt right. by Greg Curtis. It took them forever to get us our check and the whole time we kept saying Im glad this place is going to be on a makeover showit really needs one! We wont be back. I am sure you meant an espresso machine. The mussels arrived looking plump and appetizing, but to out dismay were served cold and completely raw. It was always a food issue- never a problem with the waitstaff or service. PITTSBURGH (KDKA)- The Food Network show "Restaurant: Impossible" is returning to Pittsburgh and the show needs your help. Michael doesnt know how much his bills are each week and he only has one more month that he can afford to stay open. PITTSBURGH (KDKA)- The Food Network show "Restaurant: Impossible" is returning to Pittsburgh and the show needs your help. As a lover of the Food Network and of Chef Irvine, I cant wait to taste the difference. Both Michael and the cook Jerry agree that there needs to be changes made to the menu. The place lives on, she is still the owner. The catering business is currently propping open the restaurant and is the only reason that they have not closed. You seem to have too much time on your hands BG & your ok hiding behind your lap top! The food is poor as they attempt to cut corners including failing to properly drain the pasta so every dish ends up watery and the customers find the decor dated. WebAll Restaurant: Impossible Recipes Smoked Trout Dip 4 Reviews Pasta Sauce Brined Pork Chops with Apple Hash 5 Reviews Lamb Poppers 1 Review Crab Cakes 4 Reviews If you go back, get the chicken parm. See Larger Map - Get Directions. It really seems to me like that restaurant is living off of the dregs of some old fanclub or some more positive quality that it had long, long ago. The public dining room that ultimately came to be known as the restaurant originated in France, and the French have continued to make major contributions to the restaurants development. It is a fact that the quality and work ethics of our newer generation has declined in every industry!!! The Dcor has changed, the Menu tweaked & best of all, a New Me!!! As with the marsala, the sauce lacked richness, color, and depth of flavor. Long pieces of toasted bread were topped with a zesty combination of olive, parsley, fresh tomatoes, and fresh lemon juice. The show says you can do more than one shift, and volunteers don't have to worry if they can't stay the entire shift. Reported as permanently closed. Screaming and scolding is no substitute for training. Chef Chuck, I read both articles and all the comments while watching this episode of Restaurant Impossible as it aired. We've been to Dels many times since they've been on tv and it's been great every time. Follow City Works for Exciting Specials & Events Answers to Questions We Get Asked A Lot Dont see yours? Those with spam links, offensive language or of an offensive nature will not be published. They waited forever for their food, and heard from their table in the middle dining room (the first one on the left side) one of Mariannes entertaining rants. Ive been eating there since I was 4 years old and I am now 48 and I think they have the best Eggplant Parmesan around.. Your food has never been good, but it will be your poisonous, hateful, statements that will close the doors of Dels. I will be spending my hard earned money at other fine establishments in the area. Marianne. It was not good at all. Ive managed young employees for two decades. We had eaten so much already, but surely could force down some sweet Italian pastry. Also, Ive been to more than a few restaurants that have been featured on the Food Network in some way, shape, or form and I must warn youprepare yourself because the backlash will be incredible. We noticed red shutters that had been placed around some of the lighting fixtures. Chatterbox. When our son died suddenly, she sent trays of food even though she only knew the family through my brother in lazw who was a patron and told her about this.. Sign me-Part of Dels Waitstaff for over 5 years and I Love It! Now, reading your review of the makeover, I am still not sure whether I will ever go there again. . Light blue paint in an Italian restaurant? View Menu. Petite desserts & breads were fresh! Best cake I ever tasted. Michael also had experience of owning a restaurant when he purchased Stellas, although his previous restaurant was smaller. Dels sucks. Having previously worked in the Strip, Ive visited the restaurant several times in the past few years for lunch. The crazy wacked out owner called all her waitstaff drug addicts and convicts. When Chef Robert Irvine visits Del's in Pittsburgh, Pa., it's clear that the biggest issue with this failing 62-year-old icon is not the food or decor, but owner Marianne. Restaurant Impossible's Robert Irvine Returns to Pittsburgh Then St Francis Hospital closed & the same with West Penn & the economy took a HARD HIT. Why bother with Dels when there are excellent alternatives nearby such as Piccolo Forno? I am all for traditional red sauce Italian places, but the Pleasure Bar is an all around better experience than Dells, better food, better service, less reality tv like. Do you honestly believe that there are families in Italy right now sitting down to enormous portions of chicken parmagian? They seem to leave out, their part of what REALLY Happened! Camille has invested $10,000, the current debt is around $510,000 and the weekly revenue is $10,000. Marianne would try and do right by her staff in some ways and provided meals (spaghetti or ravioli) as part of the package and I grew fond of many of the dishes. Like anyone who eats somewhere over and over you get sentimental about the food so I have gone back now and again. Order The Impossible Burger online from Milky Way Pittsburgh. Im not sure this was the experience you had, but youre right they should have tiramisu on the dessert menu! all i hear are excuses.how dare you blame employees or the workers that you as a owner hired or your managers hired. The food portions have always been more that adequate and I never waited a long time for my meal. No such person exits. And this current review doesnt encourage me or my husband to return. And maybe tiramisu is one of the desserts bought by the outside vendor. Theyd been going there for years and were out to celebrate a birthday. I hear it every week from restaurants in the area! The episode aired last fall. Good luck to you too, And TT, your does not mean you are, thats youre. Of course, I had to try. Symmetrical picture frames held photos of seltzer bottles, spoons, and other food related items. In 2012, with the advice from Chef Robert Irvine (Food Network-Restaurant Impossible) you will see an exciting new menu, a newly remodeled restaurant and ME!!!!!! 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