Born and raised in New York, owner and chef Jey Vitta made his way down to Austin in hopes of starting his own business. With only an idea and family recipes, Vitta launched into the industrial world, and after only Nine months of construction, Bambinos was born.
The dimly lit restaurant, romantic jazz and trendy location accommodate all age groups. At this mafia-themed Italian Deli, it is hard not to feel like part of a crime scene. Decorated with mug shots of John Dillinger, Al Capone and a life-like mannequin of mobster Frankie Four Fingers, Bambinos keeps true to its era of rebellion and Prohibition.
The menu consists of eight sandwiches, all of which come with a typical variation of meats and cheeses and your choice of either a wheat or white roll. Although the delicious sandwiches and signature Sammy Spread are all incredible, the main focus is on the house specialty, The Godfather. Known as the sandwich that “can't be refused,” The Godfather's mix of smoked ham, turkey, hard salami, pepperoni, pepperoncinis and all the veggies anyone could want are truly to die for.
Besides the tasty sandwiches, Bambinos' friendly and attentive crew makes the visit a more enjoyable one. The fast paced service and reasonably low prices of anything from five to seven dollars finish the perfect meal.
Coming soon to Bambinos’ is the upstairs deck that will be used for live music and events. Vitta’s hope of creating an entertaining and glitzy restaurant, styled after the 1920’s, has been fulfilled. Bambinos’ irresistible New York-like charm and jazzy environment is definitely worth checking out.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Bambinos Rough Draft
Born and raised in New York, owner and chef Jey Vitta made his way down to Austin in hopes of starting his own business. With only an idea and family recipes, Vitta launched into the industrial world and after only nine months of construction, Bambinos was born.
The dimly lit restaurant, romantic jazz, and trendy location accommodate all age groups. At this mafia-themed Italian Deli, it is hard not to feel like part of a crime scene. Decorated with mug shots of John Dillinger, Al Capone and a life-like mannequin of mobster Frankie Four Fingers, Bambinos keeps true to its era of rebellion and Prohibition.
Although the deliciously fresh tasting sandwiches and signature Sammy Spread are all incredible, the main focus is on the house specialty, The Godfather. Known as the sandwich “you can't refuse”, The Godfather's mix of smoked ham, turkey, hard salami, pepperoni, pepperoncinis and all the veggies you could want are truly to die for.
Besides the extremely tasty sandwiches, Bambinos' friendly and attentive crew makes the visit a more enjoyable one. A major inconvenience was the search for a descent parking spot. Bambinos location on Guadalupe can be both a pro and con but for the most part, The fast paced service and reasonably low prices finish the perfect meal.
Coming soon to Bambinos’ is the upstairs deck that will be used for live music and events. Vitta hopes to create an entertaining and jazzy environment that will satisfy all sorts of crowds.
The dimly lit restaurant, romantic jazz, and trendy location accommodate all age groups. At this mafia-themed Italian Deli, it is hard not to feel like part of a crime scene. Decorated with mug shots of John Dillinger, Al Capone and a life-like mannequin of mobster Frankie Four Fingers, Bambinos keeps true to its era of rebellion and Prohibition.
Although the deliciously fresh tasting sandwiches and signature Sammy Spread are all incredible, the main focus is on the house specialty, The Godfather. Known as the sandwich “you can't refuse”, The Godfather's mix of smoked ham, turkey, hard salami, pepperoni, pepperoncinis and all the veggies you could want are truly to die for.
Besides the extremely tasty sandwiches, Bambinos' friendly and attentive crew makes the visit a more enjoyable one. A major inconvenience was the search for a descent parking spot. Bambinos location on Guadalupe can be both a pro and con but for the most part, The fast paced service and reasonably low prices finish the perfect meal.
Coming soon to Bambinos’ is the upstairs deck that will be used for live music and events. Vitta hopes to create an entertaining and jazzy environment that will satisfy all sorts of crowds.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Interview
Interview
Primary- Jey Ditta- Owner
What or who inspired you to open a restaurant? “I inspired myself knowing that I can make a difference. Ofcourse family and friends have also been big help.”
Opening a buisness at a young age must be difficult, how has the process been? “Stressful but exciting. The new responsibility and putting so much money towards a buisness makes me fear failure.”
How long have you wanted to open a restaurant for? Since birth. I always knew, even as a kid, that I wanted my own buisness.
Of all places, why Austin? And why this location? After I graduated, I got drafted here to Austin. Everything just kind of followed after that. I met my two best friends Tristan and Jonathan Kim (co-owner and co-worker) here and a simple idea grew into a buisness.
Basically, I'm trying to target all college towns. Right now, I'm also opening a Bambinos in Round Rock and San Marcos.
How does Bambinos differ from any other Italian restaurant? “ It's much different. All my recipes have been passed down by family. They are all classic recipes.
I built this place myself. Everything here is inspired by my grandpa. He was a Bambino and that's where the name originated from.
Do you have any future goals? Well right now we are working on building a deck. We are hoping to soon get some live music and will also be investing in a big screen soon. We want Bambinos to be a safe and fun place for all ages.
I don't want to franshise Bambinos. I son't want to lose the heart.
Where do you see yourself in ten years? Here. This is my baby. The original.
What's Bambino's specialty? The Godfather. It's the sandwhich you can't refuse. Smoked ham, turkey, hard salami, pepporoni, pepperoncinis and all the veggies you want.
Delicious. :)
Primary- Jey Ditta- Owner
What or who inspired you to open a restaurant? “I inspired myself knowing that I can make a difference. Ofcourse family and friends have also been big help.”
Opening a buisness at a young age must be difficult, how has the process been? “Stressful but exciting. The new responsibility and putting so much money towards a buisness makes me fear failure.”
How long have you wanted to open a restaurant for? Since birth. I always knew, even as a kid, that I wanted my own buisness.
Of all places, why Austin? And why this location? After I graduated, I got drafted here to Austin. Everything just kind of followed after that. I met my two best friends Tristan and Jonathan Kim (co-owner and co-worker) here and a simple idea grew into a buisness.
Basically, I'm trying to target all college towns. Right now, I'm also opening a Bambinos in Round Rock and San Marcos.
How does Bambinos differ from any other Italian restaurant? “ It's much different. All my recipes have been passed down by family. They are all classic recipes.
I built this place myself. Everything here is inspired by my grandpa. He was a Bambino and that's where the name originated from.
Do you have any future goals? Well right now we are working on building a deck. We are hoping to soon get some live music and will also be investing in a big screen soon. We want Bambinos to be a safe and fun place for all ages.
I don't want to franshise Bambinos. I son't want to lose the heart.
Where do you see yourself in ten years? Here. This is my baby. The original.
What's Bambino's specialty? The Godfather. It's the sandwhich you can't refuse. Smoked ham, turkey, hard salami, pepporoni, pepperoncinis and all the veggies you want.
Delicious. :)
Thursday, October 4, 2007
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