Went late November on a leaving do .. quite a lot of us ... 'course they took their time, but doesn't matter when you are nattering to ex colleagues, etc.
Yes, they are always polite and food was as good as you will get at an Italian restaurant. Mind you, I am not a good judge... only ever order a Pizza, cause they serve Pasta muck and find Italians are not good at meat dishes either. Wine is always brilliant ..
Agree about the smoking area though .. is magical. The Observer should now think about running a competition re. the best smoking area in Hyndburn ! (or the worst LOL)