Subpar Italian that's worthy of a strip mall with extremely high prices for what you receive.
Ernie's Italian Chophouse, 3150 N. Federal Highway, Lighthouse Point. Call 954-781-0910. Open 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday.Summer prix fixe menu, three courses for $36.
Eggplant stack, $14
Caprese salad, $12
Baked clams, $12
Skirt steak, $25
Bread pudding, $9
Ernie went back to check on dishes coming out of the kitchen as one of my companions began tackling a mountain of bread pudding. It tasted of cream, butter, and vanilla and stayed crispy on the top, with a caramel sauce that was slightly underdone below. We made a breakfast — for two — out of the seconds.
As we made our way out, Ernie met us at the door, thanking us for coming in and telling us he hopes we return. Indeed, it would be worth another visit simply for the mozzarella or the skirt steak; but the real reason we'll be back is Ernie, the man who just wanted a neighborhood Italian joint near his house.
Subpar Italian that's worthy of a strip mall with extremely high prices for what you receive.
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