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Dominic’s restaurant rises from the ashes
WEST CARROLLTON — A big piece of Dominic’s restaurant is about to be reborn.
Christie Mantia, the granddaughter of Dominic’s founder Dominic Mantia, is partnering with Reece Powers, the nephew of the founder and owner of Duke’s Golden Ox, to open an as-yet-unnamed restaurant at 630 E. Dixie Drive in a building that housed Margarita Village Mexican restaurant.
The new restaurant’s menu will feature “the original recipes” from Dominic’s, Christie Mantia said. Harry Lee, the chef who cooked those dishes at Dominic’s for 25 years between 1980 and 2005, has been hired to help bring the recipes back to life.
Dominic’s, which was located at 1066 S. Main St. in Dayton, closed in July 2007 and was later demolished. The restaurant has been part of the Dayton dining scene for more than 50 years. It was founded by Dominic Mantia and his wife Sue in 1957, using homemade Italian recipes, including a signature garlic-laced house salad dressing. It became a pregame and postgame gathering spot for University of Dayton sports fans for decades.
Christie Mantia’s step-mother, Anne Mantia, who operated the restaurant after her husband’s death, last year brought back bottled Dominic’s house Italian salad dressing, and later launched Anna Mantia Marinara Sauce, both of which are available on several local grocer’s shelves.
Anne Mantia said today, March 18, that she has no connection to the new restaurant, but has not ruled out opening a successor to Dominic’s herself.
“I’d love to have a Dominic’s-style restaurant in Dayton,” Anne Mantia said. “I’ve been talking to people for a long time and waiting to see what happens with the economy. If the right opportunity comes along, I’d like to do it.”
Regarding the new restaurant venture, Anne Mantia said, “I’m happy that some Dominic’s-style recipes will be available to the public.”
Christie Mantia said she was taught the original recipes by her grandmother, Sue Mantia, and was searching for the right opportunity to open a restaurant when she was approached by Reece Powers, nephew of the founder and owner of Duke’s Golden Ox, a restaurant that operated near Dominic’s and which also has been closed and demolished.
“It’s the thing I know and love. It’s in my blood,” Christie Mantia said.
Mantia said she would serve as general manager, while Powers will be the owner. Powers, who owns a printing business, cooked at Duke’s Golden Ox briefly, she said. Duke’s Golden Ox, founded by Duke Morris, operated on South Main Street across from the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. It closed in 2004 after 34 years in business.
The new West Carrollton restaurant is accepting applications this week and will begin interviews next week, with an eye toward opening in about a month, Mantia said.
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By morgan b
May 11, 2009 5:03 PM | Link to this
Took my grandmother thier for mothersday. I hope she forgives me. If you have good memories of the old places this place will destroy them
By tammy r
May 11, 2009 2:25 PM | Link to this
bad service and rude people.dayton daily news must be geting. paid to build it up
By michael phillips
May 11, 2009 2:16 PM | Link to this
eat there this week . worst service i’ve ever had. so many people complaining i had to wait in line 15 minutes to see manager. i want be back
By TIMMY G
May 1, 2009 10:23 PM | Link to this
SCREW THE WICKED WITCH ,WIFE OF DICK MANTIA, IF SHE SHE WANTED THE PLACE TO CONTINUE TO BE A LANDMARK AS IT ALWAYS HAS…. KUDOS TO THE GRANDDAUGHTER GRGRANDDAUGHTER!! FO FOR
By Cynthia
April 29, 2009 1:30 AM | Link to this
We sure could use a restaurant like Dominic’s in San Jose, California!! I would give anything for just one salad with house dressing. Best of luck, sorry to hear about your Dad. Please tell Hallie that Cynthia (or Cindy B.) says hi…
By elvia
April 28, 2009 8:04 PM | Link to this
i can’t wait its almost coming!!!!! good luck
By Tina Evans
April 23, 2009 3:21 PM | Link to this
Hey Christie! So excited for you - hope all goes well!! I was sad to hear about Dominics closing…seems weird to picture it gone! Tina
By kiddo
April 13, 2009 11:02 AM | Link to this
Has anybody heard whether or not they are keeping the Dominic’s name? Has anybody heard what the grand opening date is?
By Linda
April 9, 2009 1:04 PM | Link to this
Dominic was my uncle,my mother’s brother.The recipes that he used were brought from Sicily by my grandmother. Ann has a lot of nerve. putting her name hername name name
By Linda
April 9, 2009 1:04 PM | Link to this
Dominic was my uncle,my mother’s brother.The recipes that he used were brought from Sicily by my grandmother. Ann has a lot of nerve. putting her name hername name name
By HSM
April 5, 2009 7:36 PM | Link to this
Anne was the worst thing that EVER happend to Dick and his fAMILY’S Restaurant!! All she wanted was the prestige of saying she was his wife, and spending his money. I am so happy for Christie and Harry and Reese. If they run this restaurant the way their Families ran the originals….success is their’s for the taking…..Just a short hello to Jesse S. from HSM
By Sara
March 31, 2009 12:18 AM | Link to this
Good luck! I know Christie, Harry and Reece will make it work. I’ll be sure to stop by next time I’m in town. A Las Vegas connection.
By skittles
March 28, 2009 7:08 PM | Link to this
do you people know there is going to be El Greco’s mixed in with the new dominic’s???
By skittles
March 28, 2009 7:08 PM | Link to this
do you people know there is going to be El Greco’s mixed in with the new dominic’s???
By pam wallace
March 26, 2009 10:32 AM | Link to this
To get more of the original taste of the Dominic’s dressing… put on freshly washed lettuce so that there is still some moisture, toss, and let sit to room temperature (the label says). I have found the longer it sits to get to that familiar wilted stage, the better. (I add a little salt to help the wilting) You’ll see the same look of thin dressing in the bottom of your bowl when done this way. Still not perfect, but really close.
By Tom & Theresa
March 24, 2009 10:06 AM | Link to this
We are very hopeful for both Christie and Reese. Our family have celebrated Carroll HS and Wright State graduations, cristenings, birthdays and many other events at Dominics. Further I proposed to my wife at Dominics. Your sauce and salad dressing are unequaled anywhere (I am from NY City)since Nana Antinarelli passed. Good luck and God speed. We will see you when you open.
By bruce
March 20, 2009 5:00 PM | Link to this
The salad dressing sold in the stores tastes terrible, not anything like the garlic dressing that was served in Dominics. Dominics was very good for years then slowly declined in food taste and service. The restaurant was very outdated and a few times they ran out of simple things like their home made bread and lettuce and never made an attempt to get more just told us they were out of food. I wish the new business much success.
By Barb
March 20, 2009 3:33 PM | Link to this
Yea!!! I’m so excited. My husband loves Dominics lasagna and I loved the salad dressing. We’re both glad they are reopening. Not sure about the location, but we’ll make it work. We had heard (obviously just a rumor) that they might reopen in the Villa Da Giovannis closed restaurant in Fairborn close to 675. That’s a beautiful building and good location (close but not too close to the Fairfield Commons). Maybe if we keep our fingers crossed they will open a second one for all the “northeast Dayton” people like us!! :)
By Shorty
March 19, 2009 8:30 PM | Link to this
Italian salad dressing, and later launched Anna Mantia Marinara Sauce, both of which are available on several local grocer’s shelves. Where can I purchase these ?
By juliejellybutt
March 19, 2009 8:00 PM | Link to this
I am sooo happy for you, Christie, Harry and all involved! Personally I avoid the Dayton Mall area and I think that the WC is great! Easy to get to and not much traffic. Knowing Christie, she will make sure her familie’s, and now her vision prospers. Good Luck and lOve you!!!
By MC
March 19, 2009 4:31 PM | Link to this
I just commented last week that I was craving chicken liver pasta! We can’t wait until you reopen, how quickly can you make it happen?
By jim worden
March 19, 2009 3:40 PM | Link to this
good luck chrissie from jim who use to work for r&z vending i will be in when you open.cant wait
By Mike Betts
March 19, 2009 3:39 PM | Link to this
Yahoo!!! My wife used to travel with me to Dayton just so we could have lunch at Dominic’s. We can’t wait. Good luck and open soon!
By Sheryl Cowers
March 19, 2009 2:11 PM | Link to this
Ok, not the City, per se, but expansion. Of I-75 and also U-D and MVH. Ultimately the expansion of these are not bad things, but the fallout has a negative impact on smaall businesses. Michael’s Chili Bowl, for instance. If a place is good, people will get there. This new location is only as bad as your own location if you think it’s a bad location. I will go, that’s fr sure.
By Motzie
March 19, 2009 1:59 PM | Link to this
Why have the some of the last commentors started bad mouthing both Dayton and Dominics. Both are still alive (one still in our hearts). How many times have we made the statement: I wish Dominics was still there. It was very convenient to most people for most of the years it was open. The people who do the bitching are propably the ones who vacated downtown and have never come back. There are many things to do downtown today. I wish the new Dominics would be easilier to get to, but we will certainly be there. Just keep everything fresh, not bottled.
By jenn
March 19, 2009 1:49 PM | Link to this
Dominic’s wasn’t forced out of the city- it was run into the ground by Dick Mantia’s former wife! As she so unwisely faux painted anything that didn’t move instead of making necessary repairs and cut food quality to help line her pockets, it was Annie- NOT Christie- that was the ultimate demise for the much loved Dominic’s. The team of Christie Mantia, Harry Lee, and Reece Powers will guarantee that the new Dominic’s will be around for a very long time and continue to be a Dayton tradition and legacy- even if it is in West Carrollton!
By john
March 19, 2009 12:23 PM | Link to this
With Dayton taxes as high as they are,no wonder businesses and proporty owners are leaving Dayton.Will the last person out,please turn out the lights!
By Bob S - Wilmington
March 19, 2009 12:00 PM | Link to this
Christie…. Congrats, I have missed you guys. Going to Dominic’s on Friday night joking with you and Rick was the best. I am excited and will be there in WC. Good Luck, See you soon.
By Sheryl Cowers
March 19, 2009 11:49 AM | Link to this
The City of Dayton and downtown forced all these places out, Scott. UD and MVH gobbled up all that land, while the explansion of Main St forced other places out. It was those businesses who were condemned by Dayton, not the businesses abandoning downtown.
By Jesse. S
March 19, 2009 11:34 AM | Link to this
Loved Dominic’s, after the bars closed. It was a great Restaurant, A very smart move, Dayton’s dead. West Carrollton is a great call. “OH YEA”,Tell Hallie Mantia Jesse said HI
By I LOVE W.C.
March 19, 2009 10:35 AM | Link to this
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By poppawu
March 19, 2009 9:53 AM | Link to this
You hicks kill me! I bet everyone who posted regarding that Dominic’s nastiness is at least 58 or better. That stank salad was the most offense pile of doo ever made. What are you vampire slayers??
By Bill
March 19, 2009 9:41 AM | Link to this
Oh and as for Jon’s comments about the police writing tickets. Its not the police department that loves to write tickets. Its the city manager and council who loves for the police department to write tickets. If the police dont write enough tickets then the chief gets criticism from the revenue hungry council, and it trickles down to the officers.
By Bill
March 19, 2009 9:28 AM | Link to this
I work in West Carrollton and I have seen many restaurants open at this location only to fail a few months later. I wish Christie Mantia only the best on her venture. Maybe this is what we need here and the restaurant will be successful. Its about time West Carrollton gets a restaurant thats not fast food or Mexican. I remember eating at Dominics. They had great food so i’ll be eating here too.
By nikki
March 19, 2009 9:22 AM | Link to this
yes!!!! dominic’s was my favorite restaurant!!
By Wades
March 19, 2009 8:34 AM | Link to this
Dots in Bellbrook carries the Dominic’s dressing. We wish you well and really look forward to “coming back”. Dominic’s was a New Year’s tradition for us for many years (as well as a weekday outing). Why not keep the Dominic’s name?
By Sharp
March 19, 2009 8:19 AM | Link to this
What ever happened to Duke Morris? After the demise of the Golden Ox, I don’t think I ever heard anything. What a character.
By D Tucker
March 19, 2009 7:34 AM | Link to this
Needless to say, it’s great to see Dominics rise from the ashes. A Dayton landmark restaruant for sure that supported the local community and UD for years. Welcome back Christie, Harry and Reece. God bless Sonny Mantia. D. Tucker (Brucken Foods)
By Michael
March 19, 2009 6:31 AM | Link to this
GREAT NEWS INDEED!!! We will give it a try. We really miss Dominic’s.
By Mrsnspectr
March 19, 2009 5:35 AM | Link to this
I wish they had ended up in the old Villa Di Giovannis building in Fairborn, but I will gladly make the trip to West Carrollton. Not only was Dominic’s where hubby and I had our first date, they have the best lasagna in the world!
By Tom
March 19, 2009 3:08 AM | Link to this
Dukes was the best. The wife and i had our wedding dinner ther at Dukes. Every year on our that special day we went back there and Duke always remembered us. duke was a very close friend and I have missed going to his place. My family knew Duke and the wifes knew Dom’s because they are Italian. Wifes family saw Dom’s was the best in town overall.
By Sheri
March 19, 2009 12:39 AM | Link to this
The return of Dominic’s to the area is exciting news, but for those looking for the authentic garlic dressing it’s not in the grocery stores. I’d have to agree with Julie earlier in the comments. What you find in the grocery stores is not even remotely related in taste to that awesome garlic dressing at the restaurant. One can be hopeful that we’ll be tasting the real thing again shortly!
By nurse
March 18, 2009 10:54 PM | Link to this
This brings back so many great memories. I can’t wait for the new location to open.
By scott
March 18, 2009 10:36 PM | Link to this
celebrated 2nd anniversary at Dominic’s in 1970 with the love of my life… 50th birthday, going away parties and other great occasions over the year…40th anniversary coming in July and can think of nothing better than celebrating it at Dominic’s!!! Please and thank you.
By Anna
March 18, 2009 10:26 PM | Link to this
This makes me want to move back to Dayton! I loved both of these resturants and knew both of the families. When you visited these places you felt like family. I am sure this next generation was taught how to carry on the traditions of Great Fresh Food, Clean/friendly Enviorment and Happy/Full Returning customers. This will be on my list of first stops when I am in town. Do they ship!!!
By fed up
March 18, 2009 9:45 PM | Link to this
1 Head of Lettuce (shredded) 1/3cup Olive Oil 1/2cup Sugar 2oz Jar of Pimentos (Drained) 5 cloves Fresh Garlic 1/2cup Vinegar (Any kind) In a bowl mix oil, sugar, pimentos, garlic and vinegar. Pour over shredded lettuce in a large bowl and mix. Let stand for two hours. Refrigerate if you like.
By John F
March 18, 2009 8:56 PM | Link to this
Table for 2 please, and make it weekly.
By PJ
March 18, 2009 8:49 PM | Link to this
When I was growing up (a LONG time ago) my parents always took me to Dominics on my birthday. It was a fantastic treat that I always looked forward to. I decided to take my own daughters there for their birthdays several years ago and was very disappointed. The quality had gone waaaaaaay down and everything tasted like it was out of a box or a bag. Nothing tasted freshly made and was not reminiscent of the Dominics of old times. I wish the new owners well, and will try the restaurant when it opens in hopes that they will be putting forth the effort to produce a quality product.
By Scott
March 18, 2009 8:30 PM | Link to this
I liked Dominics when it was downtown where it should be. I don’t go to the Grub Steak anymore and I won’t go to Dominics. Don’t abandond the city of Dayton and the people who supported you for years and expect my support
By uke51
March 18, 2009 7:35 PM | Link to this
Sorry, Scott, maybe you had to grow up with it but there has never been a garlic dressing quite like Dominics and where else could you get chicken liver pasta? I’m getting hungry just remembering It’s so nice to read all the positive comments.
By lilly
March 18, 2009 6:53 PM | Link to this
Dukes had the best food because Mr. Morris cared about quality. He would watch all the food that came from the kitchen. My then boyfriend was a friend of the owner and we would sit at the bar to eat our dinner. The best steaks and fries in town. The dressing is easy to make from both Dukes and Dominics but the ingredients need to be fresh thats why bottled is not as good.
By Scott
March 18, 2009 4:46 PM | Link to this
Are you people serious?? Dominic’s food was average at best, and who the heck wants liquid garlic for salad dressing? I gave this place a try several times over the years, and it was dissapointing every time. It sure had the hype though as seen in these comments.
By Angie
March 18, 2009 4:24 PM | Link to this
I am very excited. Can’t wait to try it. I miss Dominic’s also. I was very sad when they closed. Hope they make the garlic spaghetti! I agree that WC isn’t an ideal location for me since I live in HH but for Dominic’s I will travel!
By larry
March 18, 2009 3:05 PM | Link to this
as long as they make the dressing like it was made back in the day.at one point someone decided to mellow it some…bad mistake! and sorry,the bottled dressing doesn’t come close.but i’m very happy they are making a attempt.
By Goodluck
March 18, 2009 3:02 PM | Link to this
Dominics is good really good and ole Dayton staple but loaction is bad,bad bad.I do wish you luck and will be visiting.
By Diane
March 18, 2009 2:57 PM | Link to this
oh YUM!! We were so sorry to see Dominics close. I used to work downtown and my coworkers and I frequented Dominics and Duke’s too. I live in West Carrollton so this is terrific news…. I agree though, keep Anna out of it-oce she took over, the restaurant wasn’t the same…
By Diane
March 18, 2009 2:56 PM | Link to this
oh YUM!! We were so sorry to see Dominics close. I used to work downtown and my coworkers and I frequented Dominics and Duke’s too. I live in West Carrollton so this is terrific news….
By Kitten
March 18, 2009 2:55 PM | Link to this
Yeah! Can’t wait for the salad dressing! Best of luck with the new restaurant!
By Kitten
March 18, 2009 2:54 PM | Link to this
YEAH! Can’t wait for the salad dressing! Duke’s was the place to eat (when I ate meat)! I loved to take out-of-town relatives there and watch the look on their face as they took their first bite of the best steak around!
By Yardbird
March 18, 2009 2:42 PM | Link to this
John: Don’t Forget El Meson, the funnest restaurant to venture in the Miami Valley.
By P David
March 18, 2009 2:37 PM | Link to this
Duke can come and ride the Golden Ox there too.
By Gg
March 18, 2009 2:34 PM | Link to this
Many good wishes to you Christie!! Bring Mark back in too and you have a great combination for success. Do whatever you can to keep Anne out of the operation (I believe she was the downfall to Dominic’s).
By Bob
March 18, 2009 2:20 PM | Link to this
Bring back Duke’s Golden Ox Salad Dressing, too! I like it equaly as well as Dominic’s. Still have some of the sesoning Duke mixed himself and sold before closing. And bring some of Duke’s dishes back also. TWO OF THE BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANTS ANYWHERE and I live in Minneapolis!
By WC guy
March 18, 2009 2:03 PM | Link to this
The location is actually good. The original restaurant there was Redrock and they did well there for years. It went bad in it’s last year or so, and there hasn’t been a quality place there since. That’s why they’ve failed not the location. The I-75 exit is suppose to be redone in the next couple years, which will make WC even more accessible. Dominics will do well there. It’s just outside of Dayton and right off the interstate. The biggest problem is to get the high falutting people from other places to bite the bullet and come in to WC and admitt that the city has some good things to offer.
By Antonio
March 18, 2009 1:30 PM | Link to this
The Anna Mantia Salad dressing which was to be a take-off of Dominics dressing is a BAD COPY. Nothing at all like was served at Dominic’s. It is not very good at all and is an insult to Dominic’s salad dressing.
By could it be?
March 18, 2009 1:27 PM | Link to this
Truthdetector, ‘from the ashes’ might be symbolic rather than literal. Of course, the demolition could make some dust, too.
By truthdetector
March 18, 2009 1:10 PM | Link to this
Good news for sure, but to say ‘from the ashes’ is a bit misleading, since there was no fire. —— They auctioned off the stuff inside and then MVH (who bought it) demolished the building.
By Chris
March 18, 2009 1:08 PM | Link to this
I’m glad to hear they are reviving the restaurant and some of it’s good good dishes… I could drink the salad dressing like it is fine wine…mmmmm good.
By Jessica
March 18, 2009 1:07 PM | Link to this
This makes me so happy! My husband and I were just saying this past Saturday how we wish Dominic’s was still open! We will definitely try out the new location.
By R J..Miamisburg, Oh
March 18, 2009 1:00 PM | Link to this
All RIGHT!!! Dom and Dukes were two of the TO GO TO Places when I was a kid in HS. It was the place my dates wanted me to take them to. Be nice to have some of the greaqt food close by. I don’t think you need to worry about Cops or Red Light Cam’s IF you obey the law/rules of the road. Only those who don’t, get the tickets. Hurray for Dom and Dukes family. Bring them On. YIPPIE.
By jon
March 18, 2009 12:50 PM | Link to this
When you go to West Carrollton watch out for the police and red light cameras. West Carrollton police department just loves to write tickets.
By Julie
March 18, 2009 12:42 PM | Link to this
The salad dressing sold in stores is terrible. It tastes nothing like what was served in the restaurant.
By Jim
March 18, 2009 12:32 PM | Link to this
It won’t be the same. Dominic’s needs to be somewhere downtown, not in West Carrollton.
By Jim
March 18, 2009 12:31 PM | Link to this
It won’t be the same. Dominic’s needs to be soewhere downtown, not in West Carrollton.
By Sheryl Cowers
March 18, 2009 12:29 PM | Link to this
Double good news. While Domeinic’s surely has been mourned, Duke’s Golden Ox was also a longtime institution that is sorely missed, and a venture combining the two is highly welcomed. I am looking forward to trying it out.
By Denise
March 18, 2009 12:23 PM | Link to this
Yeah Christie!!!!!! Sonny, Dick and Joe would be so proud of you, Harry Lee and Reece.
By Kevin
March 18, 2009 12:19 PM | Link to this
I bought several jars at Dorothy Lane Market…I could literally drink that dressing…HA!
By spud
March 18, 2009 12:16 PM | Link to this
The original Dominics was the best. In its last years the food quality fell to the point it was just bad, even the salad dressing was of poor quality. I hope she does her ancesters justice with the recipes. I for one will give it a try and hope for the best. As for the location, not the best. To far off the beaten path with so many others failing at that same location. I wish them well as we need another good Italian restaurant. Disalvos is very good but pricey. Palermos does a good job as well, just not Dominics.
By Bill
March 18, 2009 12:10 PM | Link to this
Agree with Steven! Dukes had great food as well and I’d love to see HIS Lebanese salad dressing (also HEAVY on the garlic) have a place on the menu….some of the best filets my wife and I ever had in Dayton.
By UDFan
March 18, 2009 11:40 AM | Link to this
John is right! WC was a place that people were leaving for years, but is now back on the rise. With all the great dining he mentioned combined with the new YMCA and schools achieving well, more people will be moving to WC. Affordable living at its best in WC.
By null
March 18, 2009 11:36 AM | Link to this
buy the dressing at dorothy lane market
By Steven
March 18, 2009 11:34 AM | Link to this
Duke Morris owner of Duke’s Golden Ox and Poet is such a Great person. I hopesome of his recipes are going to be used as well. I will be there!
By John
March 18, 2009 11:33 AM | Link to this
This is more good news for the city of West Carrollton. WC is quickly becoming a great area for food and dining. With the Ele’ Cake Company, Grub Steak, El Rancho Grande, Sonic, Bw’s, and the plethera of fast food that has been there for years people will be flocking to WC. All we need now is to get the Pine Club and Hickory BBQ off of Brown St. to come down. Keep the great food coming to WC!
By Mike
March 18, 2009 11:28 AM | Link to this
They carry it at Krogers as well, at least in this region.
By gregory a. noval
March 18, 2009 11:25 AM | Link to this
DOMINICS!!!!!! ABOUT TIME YOU CAME BACK. NOBODY COMES CLOSE TO YOU’RE HOUSE GARLIC SALAD. I BEEN WAITING! THANK YOU FOR BRING BACK TRADITION TO DAYTON THIS ALSO INCLUDES GOLDEN OX.
By Debbie Gough
March 18, 2009 11:24 AM | Link to this
Dominic’s was my first restaurant experience (other than fast food) sometime in the early ‘60’s. It was also the last place we dined before my mom passed away - about 40 years between visits! I wish them luck. From a friend in San Diego.
By Keith
March 18, 2009 11:20 AM | Link to this
Please let’s try to keep this one going. My wife and I have enjoyed every restaurant at that location but for some reason none of them seem to make it. I am hopeful that this one will. Please spread the word so we can keep this one going. It is a good location where one can avoid the mall traffic, but I guess that seems to be the downfall of this location - not enough traffic.
By localguy
March 18, 2009 11:17 AM | Link to this
I’ll be back & try it. After Sonny’s death, the quality & cleanliness dropped. I hate sticky restroom floors & dirty silverware
By mick
March 18, 2009 11:16 AM | Link to this
Dorothy lane Mkt and Dots market
By William
March 18, 2009 10:59 AM | Link to this
Nice to hear it’s coming back, but that is a very poor location. Multiple restraunts have failed at that spot. I wish them well.
By T Brown
March 18, 2009 10:55 AM | Link to this
I cannot wait!! My husband and I terribly miss Dominic’s!!!
By ncochrane
March 18, 2009 10:54 AM | Link to this
To answer the question about the dressing, YES it is sold at Dorothy Lane Markets in the salad dressing aisle! I am happy to hear this news, and look forward to being able to have a taste of Dominic’s again.
By Heather
March 18, 2009 10:49 AM | Link to this
I hope they have good luck with this venture. That location has seen a lot of restaurants come and go in a short amount of time.
By null
March 18, 2009 10:46 AM | Link to this
They supposedly sell the dressing at Dorothy Lane Market.
By nyc
March 18, 2009 10:44 AM | Link to this
woohoo..can’t wait to give it a try!
By fenwah
March 18, 2009 10:43 AM | Link to this
We’ll definitely have to venture over there for some of their food. I used to sweat garlic out of my pores for days after eating their salads. Mmmmmm…garlic. I had no idea that they sold their salad dressing at some grocery stores…anyone have a list of those grocery stores?