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Italian restaurant in Adrian, Michigan
What should I order at Sauce Italian Grill & Pub?
What to order
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Lasagna
Recommended multiple times as reliably good, cheesy, flavorful, and one of the standout comfort-food entrees.
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Tiramisu
Frequently praised as very good and one of the best desserts on the menu, with a mousse-like texture and strong overall reviews.
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Meatballs
Mentioned several times as a go-to item and part of popular dishes like rigatoni and meatballs; generally described as reliably good, though one review noted they were salty.
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Salmon
Repeatedly recommended for being perfectly cooked and especially good in dishes like salmon risotto and salmon piccata risotto.
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Calamari
Praised in multiple reviews for being tender, tasty, and a strong appetizer choice.
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Cheese Ravioli
Highlighted as delicious and memorable, with reviewers especially liking the sauce and calling it amazing.
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Eggplant Parmesan
Described as perfect and phenomenal, making it one of the most strongly recommended entrees.
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Cannoli
Recommended as a very good in-house dessert, with one reviewer specifically praising the real mascarpone cannoli.
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Chicken Piccata
Noted as a reliably good classic dish that fits the restaurant’s comfort-food style.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 4 to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 4 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 4 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Sauce Italian Grill & Pub
Sauce Italian Grill & Pub is an Italian restaurant, pizza restaurant, and pub in Adrian, Michigan. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially dishes like chicken parm, shrimp scampi, chicken piccata, fettuccine alfredo, lasagna, and calamari, along with friendly service. The restaurant also gets frequent mentions for its patio, cozy interior, and bar area, and it offers dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup, and outdoor seating. It is priced at $20 to 30 and is often described as a good spot for dinner in a casual, cozy setting.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Sauce Italian Grill & Pub known for?
It is especially known for its Italian comfort food, with reviewers repeatedly highlighting chicken parm, shrimp scampi, chicken piccata, and lasagna. People also mention the patio and bar as part of the experience, along with food that is described as flavorful and worth the price.
What dishes are most recommended at Sauce Italian Grill & Pub?
The most recommended items in reviews include chicken parm, shrimp scampi, chicken piccata, fettuccine alfredo, lasagna, calamari, and cheese ravioli. Guests also call out the salmon piccata risotto, tiramisu, and red velvet cheesecake as standouts for flavor and portion size.
What is the atmosphere like at Sauce Italian Grill & Pub?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and sometimes romantic or trendy, with a wooden interior, bar seating, and good music. It seems to work well for couples, groups, and solo diners, especially since reviewers mention the patio in warmer weather and a back room that can handle larger gatherings.
Is Sauce Italian Grill & Pub good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to 30, and reviewers often say the food is reasonable for the quality and portion size. Comments about large lasagna portions, delicious bread, and meals that feel worth the wait suggest solid value for an Italian dinner in Adrian.
Do you need a reservation at Sauce Italian Grill & Pub, and how busy does it get?
No reservations are taken, so it is first come, first served. Reviewers note that Saturday waits can be around 40 minutes for a group of six, though the food and service are often described as quick once seated.
Is parking available at Sauce Italian Grill & Pub?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Sauce Italian Grill & Pub kid-friendly?
Yes, Sauce Italian Grill & Pub is good for kids.
