we love this restaurant. marzano's is a fixture in this community (suburban tacoma), and for good reason. we have always found pleasant service, although things can slow down when therestaurantis full. it is also true that therestaurantis small, and that it can feel cramped when it's crowded. note however, that this restaurant's many, many fans don't care! that's because the food is that good. the food is sophisticated italian, complicated, and clearly prepared with care, expertise, attention, and first-rate ingredients. couldn't ask for more.