Cassarino's

Yes, Cassarino's offers a clearly marked Vegan Entrées section (lunch and dinner) with dishes like the Beyond-meat Bolognese, Truffle Mushroom Burger (Beyond), Sausage & Rabe, and plant-protein ravioli and meatballs.

Portions at Cassarino's are generous, many guests describe entrees as large enough to share or to take home as leftovers.

Yes, Cassarino's is a fine choice for a special evening: guests report anniversary dinners there, and the extensive wine list and classic Italian entrées suit a celebratory meal.

Mondays are a standout for wine lovers, guests note an all-day half‑price wine special, while midweek visits (like Wednesdays) are often quieter for a relaxed meal.

Expect the busiest times on weekend evenings, Friday and Saturday draw the biggest, liveliest crowds, while weekday visits, especially Wednesday nights, are noticeably quieter.

Yes, guests report a Monday wine special: Monday is half‑price wine all day, which pairs nicely with their extensive wine list.

The calamari is a standout, guests repeatedly praise it as light, crunchy, and delicious, and it appears on the current appetizer menu.

Smart casual, aim for polished but relaxed attire: neat, put‑together clothing fits the restaurant's smart‑casual tone.

Cassarino's on Historic Federal Hill has a casual‑elegant, multi‑level Italian dining room with a lively bar; it can feel bustling and noisy at peak times while weekday visits tend to be calmer.

For a quieter visit, pick a weekday evening (guests specifically note Wednesday nights as peaceful); expect a much busier, louder scene on weekend nights like Friday and Saturday.

Yes, families dine here regularly; one family noted kids (ages 2 and 4) shared from the kids' menu and staff looked after the children during dinner.