tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post2626630612648863707..comments2023-08-28T06:27:17.178-05:00Comments on Fort Worth Hole In The Wall: Margie's Original Italian KitchenFortWorthHoleInTheWallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-91237967858197834402010-07-28T16:27:01.826-05:002010-07-28T16:27:01.826-05:00Anonymous, thanks for the update. Sorry you had s...Anonymous, thanks for the update. Sorry you had such a bad experience. Maybe if you decide to go back (and I'm thinking you will....) you should go to the Knotty Pine first.<br /><br />Thanks for commenting and reading.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-26083652734677438542010-06-15T09:38:40.515-05:002010-06-15T09:38:40.515-05:00I see that this original post ws from 2008 and I w...I see that this original post ws from 2008 and I would urge you to try it again.<br /><br />I found Margie's by mistake and decided to research when I came across your blog. The reviews were great so we were excited to try this place out.<br /><br />I hate to be negative but this place was NOT good. We tried it twice just to make sure it wsn't an off night or something...<br /><br />1st trip = salad was excellent! Wine choice was good and decently priced, appetizer never showed up, waitress was a complete ding-dong, and we ordered the chicken marsala - GROSS! Do NOT order this dish if you go there! I was basically chicken smoothered in some black crap w/fettucine alfredo on the side... only way I could force it down the gullet was to mix the 2 together. Ugh.<br /><br />2nd trip = we decided to try something a little more traditional. i.e. Spaghetti and meatballs. Not terrible but a little bland. These meatballs were definitely not cooked in the sauce as I had hoped. Salad was still great, we skipped the app, waitress was a little more competent. The manager stood behind the counter swinging his keys, not helping out his waitstaff a bit. Our waitress, with 2 tables, was overwhelmed (in the weeds for fellow restarauntuers), and we waited for our cc to be swipped for at least 15 mins. before the manager decided he would help a girl out.<br /><br />Needless to say, we will NOT be back.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-13481155664223719932009-05-14T22:57:00.000-05:002009-05-14T22:57:00.000-05:00I’ve lived in this area my entire life and have en...I’ve lived in this area my entire life and have enjoyed Margie’s forever. We eat there once a month, at least. I just ate at a relatively new Italian Restaurant off of 377 called Toscana’s. It’s another hole in the wall gem in a strip center with awesome food and reasonable prices. BYOB :) Have you tried Mancuso's? If not, that's another great one on this side of town to add to your todo list.justintimehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07738405119209164415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-16498677352208775932008-10-01T21:04:00.000-05:002008-10-01T21:04:00.000-05:00Now now, there's no need for "facts" and "truths" ...Now now, there's no need for "facts" and "truths" in this blog. <BR/><BR/>And somehow, I get the idea that the Fuzzy's creator is somewhat of a Bill Brasky character.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-54615448318377246412008-09-23T23:31:00.000-05:002008-09-23T23:31:00.000-05:00Just a couple of scatter shooting tidbits that may...Just a couple of scatter shooting tidbits that may or may not be accurate.<BR/><BR/>I don't think Margies has been open since the 50's....that's painted on the wall just for decoration. <BR/><BR/>Margies has had several owners since the 70's and has been out of business more than one occasion (not 100% sure about this one).<BR/><BR/>Margies got popular again when the same guy who started Fuzzys and Pedros bought it and turned things around.<BR/><BR/>The guy who now owns Margies was at one time partners with Fuzzys and also owns M&M Steakhouse.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-79712874546581539762008-09-18T07:20:00.000-05:002008-09-18T07:20:00.000-05:00Zee,The salad is great and my favorite part is tha...Zee,<BR/><BR/>The salad is great and my favorite part is that they don't use that sad excuse for a dressing (sauce with more oil). It really tastes great. I haven't tried the pizza and now I've got mixed reviews here. Maybe I'll snag a piece from another table next time I'm there.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for reading.<BR/><BR/>Ericka, check your email.<BR/><BR/>And if anybody else wants to email me or has questions or recommendations please shoot me an email at fortworthholeinthewall@yahoo.com<BR/>I check it every week or so.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-65753345375298025882008-09-17T22:54:00.000-05:002008-09-17T22:54:00.000-05:00Margie's is close to where I live and I like it. ...Margie's is close to where I live and I like it. I think their salads are my favorite. I love the vinaigrette with the feta cheese in it. I also like their pizza, I think because the sauce is a little spicy. I'm not a big fan of sauce on pizza, but I do like Margie's. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for trying our side of town! :)Zeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09545995097045169045noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-12577820663608733162008-09-16T23:49:00.000-05:002008-09-16T23:49:00.000-05:00Hi Fort Worth Hole in the Wall,I am a local Fort W...Hi Fort Worth Hole in the Wall,<BR/>I am a local Fort Worthian and avid reader of your blog! You've been a big help when deciding where to eat on a restless Friday night.<BR/>I was hoping I could email you a few questions about your interest in restaurant blogging. I am currently enrolled in a class at TCU and one of our assignments is to write a feature article and mine is over food blogs and I love it I could include your information from your blog and about you as a blogger. <BR/>Please contact me at e.e.strickland@tcu.edu<BR/><BR/>Thank you!<BR/>ErickaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-7342518753385099152008-09-15T21:31:00.000-05:002008-09-15T21:31:00.000-05:00I'm happy to have inspired so many people. Please...I'm happy to have inspired so many people. Please let me know if you get something we all must try.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for reading.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-87513920739653850642008-09-15T13:05:00.000-05:002008-09-15T13:05:00.000-05:00Mmmmm. I haven't been to Margie's in three or four...Mmmmm. I haven't been to Margie's in three or four years. Everything I've had there has been delish. Must go back soon! Thanks for reminding me of its existence!Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10982073000347512685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-76142858573932164602008-09-15T09:02:00.000-05:002008-09-15T09:02:00.000-05:00FWHITW, the Pizza is "pizza". Not deep dish, not ...FWHITW, the Pizza is "pizza". Not deep dish, not thin crust, just traditional pizza.bourgonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09926914854024288990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-31642606205150230902008-09-14T16:40:00.000-05:002008-09-14T16:40:00.000-05:00I've lived in Fort Worth a little over 6 years and...I've lived in Fort Worth a little over 6 years and have always wanted to try it. I don't think I've ever met anyone who's gone there, but I know FW Weekly and S-T food critics talk about it a lot. I have ALWAYS wanted to go there. I was secretly waiting for you to write about it before I made my official decision. Thanks for the post. I'm definitely convincing my boyfriend we need to go there... right now.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06466920618367221714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-14486568996549491292008-09-12T10:53:00.000-05:002008-09-12T10:53:00.000-05:00The gf and I went to Margies a few months back aft...The gf and I went to Margies a few months back after reading a FWWeekly review. I can't remember the dish name, but it was steak filet's covered in a marinara type sauce. It was outstanding. I especially liked our waiter: He had a cheap, transparent short-sleeved white button-up, what appeared to be a clip-on tie, 70's hair and a P_ornstar mustache. It was apparent that 'this' really was his look; both at work and probably at home. Greatness!jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12089234722489060562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-49619136642063729042008-09-12T10:23:00.000-05:002008-09-12T10:23:00.000-05:00I haven't been to Margie's in at least 10 years, b...I haven't been to Margie's in at least 10 years, but I grew up going several times a year for family birthday celebrations. My grandparents went every Sunday night during the '70's and early '80's and were good friends with the owner (at that time it was still owned by Margie's son) and a lot of the wait staff.<BR/><BR/>I don't know if they still have it, but their best menu item used to be the cappucino pie. Sardines makes a good one that pales in comparison to what they served at Margie's.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the review. You've probably inspired me to take a trip out to the west side in the very near future.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-42225518482786954322008-09-12T09:01:00.000-05:002008-09-12T09:01:00.000-05:00Another great Italian HITW is Toscana in Benbrook ...Another great Italian HITW is Toscana in Benbrook on 377. Great atmosphere- nice and quiet. They have a nice variety of standard dishes as well as some creative dishes (capers, artichokes, lemon/white wine sauces, yum!)<BR/><BR/>-pamAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-52539724254787224232008-09-12T07:16:00.000-05:002008-09-12T07:16:00.000-05:00Is it still open for lunch?I would imagine after t...Is it still open for lunch?<BR/><BR/>I would imagine after that much Margie's, you would start to look like a Mafioso in the back of the room. When I come in, do I need to kiss your pinky?FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-66229379548164091722008-09-11T21:14:00.000-05:002008-09-11T21:14:00.000-05:00Sir,I work for the company that runs the large woo...Sir,<BR/>I work for the company that runs the large woodworking factory between Margie's and Loop 820. When we first opened that facility, MARGIE'S WAS OPEN FOR LUNCH ! ! !<BR/><BR/>You can't imagine the weight gain. <BR/><BR/>On weekends, I'm the guy in the far back room having spaghetti and meatballs, lovin' the Elvis on the jukebox. <BR/><BR/>Allen In Fort WorthThe Whited Sepulchrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17657366124122012622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-42369515217744164062008-09-11T14:13:00.000-05:002008-09-11T14:13:00.000-05:00you want to talk about overpriced? That would be D...you want to talk about overpriced? That would be Deer Creek BBQ...I went there...got a sliced sandwich, fries, and a reg. coke...$10.50!!! AND---it wasn't good at all...the bun was burned for crying out loud..Just say no to Deer Creek,,,you'll want your time back...and yeah, Margie's is freakin awesome!!! Their pizzas are brick oven pizzas as well..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-69854031404877118702008-09-11T12:26:00.000-05:002008-09-11T12:26:00.000-05:00I was being serious. Great information with humor ...I was being serious. Great information with humor and self deprecation. Tough to beat.Francis Shivonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17211824074217323164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-2199580420233139342008-09-11T09:42:00.000-05:002008-09-11T09:42:00.000-05:00I haven't been to Margie's since I was about 12 an...I haven't been to Margie's since I was about 12 and I can't remember much about the food-just the divey atmosphere. Sounds like not much has changed in the past 23 years (yeouch I'm old)-may be time for a revisit, maybe once it gets colder and I'm in need of comfort food.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-61028913486997413762008-09-11T08:58:00.000-05:002008-09-11T08:58:00.000-05:00Michael, I'll agree that the price was a bit highe...Michael, I'll agree that the price was a bit higher than I expected (especially considering the location), but I didn't mind paying. Are their pizzas thin crust and/or something fancy or should I just stick with Mama's? Also, I commented on your ocmment about Deer Creek in my previous post. I'll be there soon.<BR/><BR/>Anonymous, I don't diet a lot. I find that it hurts the blog. You will all be responsible for my untimely heart attack. <BR/><BR/>Francis, if you are being serious then thank you. I read Food and Fort Worth everyday and have always admired your writing.FortWorthHoleInTheWallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08066788576614660173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-54930382072631935272008-09-11T06:44:00.000-05:002008-09-11T06:44:00.000-05:00I have not only never been, I have never heard of ...I have not only never been, I have never heard of it. I grew up in an Italian restaurant (back then Italian restaurants served American food, too) and have had a hard time finding satisfactory spaghetti and meatballs.<BR/>Thanks for the post. Well written, too.Francis Shivonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17211824074217323164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-3218654045120950422008-09-11T02:04:00.001-05:002008-09-11T02:04:00.001-05:00Just to enumerate: I spent $27 on a pizza. Not ev...Just to enumerate: I spent $27 on a pizza. Not even full supreme. _Definitely_ grab the Valpack coupon before going for the 'Za. It's really good, but durn that's expensive.bourgonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09926914854024288990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-55109191885971455652008-09-11T02:04:00.000-05:002008-09-11T02:04:00.000-05:00Funny. I live right around the corner. They have...Funny. I live right around the corner. They have great pizza (albeit $$$), but I don't care for their entrees for the same reason you liked yours. I prefer Prima's. That being said, if you don't like Prima's, _definitely_ try Margie's. It looks like a dump/dive/(waitforit)hole in the wall, but the inside is comfy-cozy. A bit pricey, but good.<BR/><BR/>(oh, and restating it because, well, it's me - Deer Creek is back. In the farmer's market behind Ridgmar Mall)bourgonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09926914854024288990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2723944530126199827.post-84567171729795606552008-09-10T23:15:00.000-05:002008-09-10T23:15:00.000-05:00told you so!glad you finally ate something. I tho...told you so!<BR/>glad you finally ate something. I thought you were on a diet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com