Year after year, this small family-run restaurant continues to turn out fresh, high-quality homestyle Italian fare. And don't let the plain exterior fool you -- this shopping-mall restaurant may not be fancy, and is quite hidden in a corner of the Longs Drugs shopping center, but the menu features terrific pizzas that excel in flavor and value. Tasty and unique choices include the "grand slam" pizza, which comes with six meat toppings; taco pizza, clam lovers pizza, "pesto chicken" and the list goes on. Then there are lasagnas brimming with true homemade goodness, deliciously oversized subs, numerous salads including the favorite "Sorrentino's" salad, pleasing pastas made with homemade sauces which are simmered for long hours; calzones that are chock full of fresh ingredients, entrees such aswhat to order. George will be happy to make a reco the popular veal parmesan.. Bread is baked fresh daily along with Sorrentino's famous garlic rolls. Owner George Ramirez and restaurant manager Adrian see to every detail, especially when it comes to catering your large party. Locals no only enjoy dining here, but also are delighted to get their favorite meals conveniently delivered for dining at home. Trays of lasagna, which can feed up to 20 people is avalabele. And if you have a hard time deciding mmendation. Well-priced Italian cuisine in a comfortable, family atmosphere with burgundy banquets and friendly service will make your dining at Sorrentino's quite satisfying. The restaurant is at 1627 E. Valley Parkway in Escondido, Call
(760) 480-0222. -San Diego Union Tribune