While the food is ok, the portions have gotten smaller and the prices have increased substantially which is a bit disappointing.

After a perfect lunch with mom and sis here a couple of weeks ago, (first pictures are of that) hubby and I had Wine Wednesday here today with a Carafe of house Chianti. Very good wine and superior service! I had sweet and creamy Butternut Squash Ravioli that was absolutely luscious. Hubby enjoyed his Linguini in an EVOO & Garlic sauce with chicken and peppers. We both had the fresh house salads with their creamy Romano dressing. An order of buttery garlic bread topped off a perfect meal. Yes- can't forget the house made Tiramisu for ending on a high note. So glad we came here today. Yes, we will come back!! Thanks Jeff! read more

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This place takes Covid measures seriously, and they have AAMAZING FOOD! You must try their garlic bread with cheese! Very cozy, and great staff. Reservations should be made for early so you don't miss out. read more

I'm mainly reviewing this one to mention that they've now changed their name to "Vic's Casual Dining". I hadn't been to this place in years, since I was pretty much a little kid, and didn't remember it well, so when they changed names I thought I'd investigate. It's a good place. The chicken I had was great, and I entirely agree with Toni here about the atmosphere there. Very cozy, very nice. Service was great. I can't really complain about anything. The only warning I'd give is that if you see one of their ads now, they call themselves "casual dining". I guess that's entirely open to interpretation, but usually when I think of casual dining I think of something more like a coney island type of place, which this is not. Not a big deal, and in fact, while I was a little surprised when I got there, it was a pleasant surprise. read more

A restaurant has to be something really special, above and beyond, to get 5 stars from me! This Downriver gem is just the place. It can't be just the food, the service, the ambience, you've gotta have heart. Vic's Casual Dining lives up to this expectation! First, I must say, we've been here before, in it's old incarnation as Salvatore Scallopini, and several times as Vic's. It never disappoints, but it is somehow easy to forget. It's location in Southgate on Dix road, sandwiched between no-tell motels and small, privately owned businesses might be the thing. When I was Christmas shopping on a Saturday night, December 15, I knew I needed to get off of Eureka to have a positive dining experience with my husband. When we arrived, we were greeted by a tall, friendly man (Vic?) who seated us at a cozy corner booth. The place wasn't jammed, as I imagine the Eureka establishments were. The waitress was fantastic, patient and attentive. The bus girl didn't hover, but our plates were taken away in a timely fashion, giving one the impression that we were the stars in a carefully-orchestrated opera. I ordered the jumbo veal tortellini in beef and red wine sauce. It was al-dente and bursting with flavor! My husband ordered the eggplant Parmesan, which disappeared before I got a chance to taste. The salad, the dressing, the bread with sauce, the drinks kept flowing. I was in heaven! But there is more! Let's get back to the tall, grey-haired friendly guy. He was personable, and funny without being intrusive. During the time we were there, I witnessed this man give his heart to several patrons. I observed him help a woman with a cane to her car. He payed special attention to an older couple near us. When it came time to leave, he and my husband had to help the man get on his feet. He stayed with the man until his wife pulled up with the car. The man said how grateful he was to be walking. This guy helped him into his car and told us the older gentleman had been in an accident and was rehabilitating. This is the special something that gives this restaurant five stars. This man might be the real Santa! He knows his people and gives his heart to them! Don't forget this restaurant as I did, go there, enjoy the food, feel the spirit! Merry Christmas. read more

Upon entering, Vic sat us at our table. Our server (whose name I didn't catch) greeted us right away and got us some drinks. He asked us if we wanted to know the specials (which I appreciate, because sometimes I don't want to know) and was prompt. We had bread with this delicious red tomato sauce that I can't really explain but it was AMAZING. I could have just eaten that. Tony got soup and I opted for the salad with their creamy romano dressing. it was delicious, as usual. Tony's soup was full of BIG portions of whole vegetables, so you could tell it was made on site. I got the butternut squash ravioli with the hazlenut cream sauce which was delicious, and a change of pace from what I normally order when eating Italian. Tony got the Filet Brianna, which was also quite tasty. He was really impressed with how well the steak was cooked. I think we'll try to frequen that place a little more instead of the standard Olive Garden fare. My only complaint is that the bathroom is very small, and there was no changing table. I never realized how important this is until you are trying to use the diaper changing pad on the floor of a bathroom while your kid is trying to run away to play in the toilet. *ah, parenthood* read more

I am not from the area but was looking for something different to try and didn't want a chain. I absolutely found something special here in Downriver/Southgate (I am not sure which I am in). In any case, service was great, fast, precise! Salad was great for a side salad and the Parmesan Perch was great! I have never had perch like that and the flavor of the fish was not overpowered at all. I would highly suggest this restaurant to anyone looking for a good meal. I will try again next week when I return. read more

Good italian food made fresh. I ate here for lunch with a co-worker with a Buy One Get One Free Coupon. Great fresh bread, nicely appointed salad, chicken parmesean and pasta for $10 was an incredible deal. The food was all made fresh and was tasty. Server was also very attentive and kept the drinks refilled. Cozy atmosphere like other reviewers said. It is a little far from my work, but I will drive the distance for this place again! read more

I would give Vic's 10 stars if possible. We were greeted warmly by the owner, who seated us promptly. Our waitress, Melissa, was very sweet and attentive. The food was amazing! My BF had the lasagna, which was a huge portion and so good. My chicken parm was probably the best I've had, and was enough to feed at least 3 people. The marinara sauce on the chicken was outstanding. Just a great experience. We will definitely be back! read more

Vic's Casual Dining - Italian Near Me - Southgate, Michigan

Huge fan of Vic's restaurant. I usually get something simple like angel hair pasta with olive oil and garlic. They do NOT skimp on the garlic and it's delicious. The dinners come with a salad (with a vinaigrette or creamy romana) and bread with dipping oil. We've never had any problems with service or the quality of the food. 5 star restaurant here. read more

I'd humbly consider myself a foodie in constant search for those hidden gems in different cities. Restaurant chains need not apply... This spot is one of those rare finds. One owner running around seating people, chatting and caring for guest's every need while the other is behind the line cooking up fantastic Italian/American food. A father and son dynamic duo! Well done... I look forward to my next trip to Michigan and will go out of my way to return. read more

Simply delicious! The wait staff courteous and friendly. The salad was so good (village salad) I ate it all, which I never do when you know you have food coming. Any who, I ordered lasagne only had room to taste it but it was the best taste I ever had. I pass this place all the time, but now I will be stopping in. read more

The best Italian food in downriver! The atmosphere of the restaurant is so nice and aesthetically pleasing. The restaurant has character, and also very kind staff. MY FAVORITE FAVORITE FAVORITE deserts are from here they have so many to choose from! So good, a nice family business read more

First time back since the place changed to Vic's casual dinning. The prices are reasonable and the main focus of this restaurant as is stated in the name casual. A very easy going restaurant in which the ambiance screams update. The place isn't bad but could use a little reconditioning. The creamy Italian house dressing is simply amazing. I could just take the bread they serve and dip it into a side of the dressing. Just going for the dressing would be reason to visit. The other dishes I have had are good and classic but nothing that isn't typical of other places that do the same type of cooking. The place is defiantly good for lunch if you work in the area. The prices at lunch are great and they never seem that busy to the point where it becomes a problem. I don't understand the addition of "casual dinning" in the name. I dine there before the name change. Was this place a different restaurant before the switch? The added of casual makes me a little confused. Have they took things down a notch? Well, in my opinion the food is very consistent and you still get a decent quality and casual (oops! I mean good) meal. read more

Great cozy, friendly little Italian restaurant. Excellent service. Bread was wonderful, served with a delicious amoglio sauce for dipping. Salad with their house Italian dressing and fresh ground pepper- delicious. Homemade pasta!! We ordered a half carafe of their house cab, really nice. I will definitely go back. Next time will try a desert, they looked good! read more

Great food! Lots of special Italian dishes! Small restaurant but friendly staff! It's do good you may have to wait!

I would give this place 0 stars if I could. Me and my best friend went there tonight to try it for the first time. I ordered the fettuccine alfredo with chicken and she ordered a steak. First let me say the positives were the excellent service we received from the bar as we were waiting for a table to become available and the bread they serve before the meal and the sauce were pretty awesome. And now the negatives.. My chicken fettuccine alfredo had absolutely no seasoning whatsoever. The chicken was dryer than heck. My best friend had to send her steak back because it wasn't cooked properly (i.e. when you ask for WELL DONE and it comes back red with blood it's not done). When we began telling our waiter our issues, he walked away mid-conversation. Needless to say I will NOT be going back there and I will be letting all my friends and family know of my experience. read more

Went there for the fist time. I heard rave reviews on Facebook. I was disappointed. I had the lasagna, it was covered in sauce that didn't taste all that great. No bubbly melty cheese on top. I also thought it was overpriced. Pia's in Taylor is much better. On the plus side. The bread was good.... read more

My husband and I took our entire family, kids, spouses and grandkids, 12 total in in the last week of December. We were seated right away and our drink orders were taken and filled immediately. Our waitress was knowledgeable and polite. When we were served our food we were so impressed. Everyone ordered something different, and everyone loved what they ordered. This never happens in our family. We will go back many times...loved it. read more

Vic's Casual Dining - Italian Near Me - Southgate, Michigan

This is the best Italian in the area for sure, wait staff rocks ask for Jc or Jennifer

Food was good eggplant was fresh Mussels were ok but overall this place can have my money when I'm too lazy to cook my own Italian food read more

Food is excellent, service was subpar. Sadly our waitress was much more interested in the 8 top next to us and didn't pay much attention at all to my mom and I and my two daughters. I tip just as good as everyone else. Not sure I would return. read more

Pasta pollo pepperone is my favorite!! And their home made salsa dressing is awesome!!

Ive been to this place twice and the food is EXCELLENT!! Reasonable prices and good service. The only thing about is the decor could be a little nicer. I would decorate with some pics of Italy on the walls and some chiante bottles in the basket hung up. Erin was my server tonight n she was a sweetheart n great server..ill be back!!! read more

I've been hearing positive things about Vic's recently. I was there several years ago and was not impressed. I understand it's under new management so I thought I'd try again. We visited on a Friday at 5 and was surprised to find it full. We sat at the bar and I ordered the Rodney Strong Merlot, it was very nice. We only had to wait a little more than five or so minutes and we were seated. We tried the sausage and peppers and onions appetizer. This was tasty as it also came with toasted olive oil bread that was really yummy. I ordered the Pasta del Estate and the angel hair was slightly over done but overall really tasty. Our waitress was efficient and the salads and appetizer came out quickly. The entree was not far behind. I would definitely return to this restaurant. They are doing it right! read more

This is one of my family's most favorite places! We ha e been going here for years and never once had a negative experience. If you are ever downriver this is one place you have got to try!!!! Even when you order take out, the quality and portion sizes are truly amazing! read more

My dear friend Mickey introduced me to this place and it's amazing. If you enjoy authentic Italian dishes, this is a go to spot. It is family owned and operated so the food is home cooked! We love this place for family gatherings. read more

Vic's is one of our favorite places to go! We found it on a whim searching yelp for somewhere new. The name doesn't do it justice, the atmosphere inside is like an old school Italian restaurant. We have tried everything from the lasagna to chicken Marsala and it is always delicious. We love the calamari appetizer, the bread they serve, and the creamy Romano salad. The prices are also more than generous for the portions and quality you get. read more

This place is a family favorite. I have never had a bad experience or bad food ever. And we have come here many times over the years. There food is top notch. All waitstaff are very friendly and down to earth. Nice little gem in the heart of downriver. read more

This place is better then good it's great,went here Saturday around 5 and it was packed.they don't take names,you just tell Vic how many ppl are in your party.we only waited 15 minutes.there fresh bread and maranara sauce is great.we had the chicken Tosca it was great,the chicken was crisp and had a great lemon butter sauce,it also came with a side of spaghetti,we also had the lobster ravioli with a cream sauce,the raviolis were hugh.great waitstaff,friendly atmosphere,we will definitely be going back read more

By far the best restaurant downriver! I have lived within a mile for over 5 years, and just tried this for the first time a month ago. Since then, I've been here over a handful of times. Ask for Kylie! She is always extremely helpful with the menu and makes you feel at home yet with premier one of a kind cuisine! read more

super disappointed with the way i was just talked to over the phone, i called them to tell them my boyfriend and I won't be making it to our reservation and mind you, i got NO answer from this first call. Later i get a call back from the restaurant and a young lady was so disrespectful and told me i should have called and hung up on me !!! then i called back, to get put on hold immediately and then hung up on again. then called back, finally talked to an older woman who told me not to write a bad review and not once apologized to me. super dissatisfied because my boyfriend and i loved vics' food. read more

I had a ribeye dinner for $24 and it was the most fatty steak I have ever had and my waitress was such an arrogant B. The other Italian food I saw did look good maybe I will try it again in the future just not a steak! read more

Great service, great food Must try their calamari with white sauce, eggplant Parmesan it is good. They have steak and seafood maybe next time when we are in town. read more

Food is ok. Waaaaay toooooo overpriced! Not worth it. Nothing fancy. I really dont understand why anyone would go here? Smaller portions for more $$$ ?? read more

In Michigan on business and pasted this looked it up on yelp it had pretty good reviews So I gave it a try really good. Place was very busy and I did not want to wait for a table so i sat at the bar had eggplant parmigiana app and mussels app. really good and perfect size there portions for dinner are really big which would not be a problem but i was in a hotel will definitely return next time i'm her read more

A true hidden gem in Southgate. Incredibly friendly service and great food. You get to see the owner walking around a lot, which I don't think is incredibly common anymore. Agreeable selection of drinks, the food tastes fresh (I had a delightful scallop scampi) and desserts are plentiful. Downsides are that if you want soup instead of salad, that'll cost you extra, and the decor is a bit outdated (if you care about that sort of thing, which I don't and that didn't affect my rating, but it was something I thought was worth mentioning). It's a great choice for a family dinner or somewhere to treat a parent. read more

This place food is amazing and the home cooked fresh food is amazing. Waiter was very kind and warm. The lobster ravioli and fresh ceaser salad is probably the best by far hands down. Would recommend this place to anyone! read more

Vic's Casual Dining - Italian Near Me - Southgate, Michigan

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I have to say I am pleased to announce this place was so yummy. The waitstaff was attentive and eager to please. I recommend stopping by

Absolutely fantastic food and service! Love to bring my family here and also meet friends for a drink. The chef, Scott, is outstanding! He makes the best veal Marsala I have ever had. Very child friendly and full service bar with delicious sangria in the summer. We will definitely be back! read more