FOOD REVIEW Dinner with Danny

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I have lived in Ellis County for 24 years. The last few years between Waxahachie and Midlothian. We have passed by Jimmy’s for years but never stopped to eat. That changed tonight and we won’t be driving past it any more. I can’t say why we never stopped before, but we didn’t. You will learn that Italian food is one of my favorites for sure.

A moment later our server, Jalyn, arrived with a basket of hot fresh bread (my weakness). He took our drink order and returned promptly with cold drinks full of ice. Jalyn stayed on top of the refills all night, and that takes a lot. I tend to drink about 15 Dr. Peppers like Forest Gump would. We also ordered some appetizers, fried pickles and their garlic cheese tomato basil bread. The pickles were good, the batter was just right, but they were a bit sour for me, my wife however LOVED them. The cheesy bread was the best part of the meal... until dessert, but I don’t want to spill that secret just yet.

The cheesy bread could make a meal in itself. The bread was excellent, just the right amount of garlic and tomato and plenty of cheese. The marinara sauce was homemade and you could see the chunks of vegetables in the marinara. Together, this combo was perfection!!

For my meal I asked our server, Jalyn, what he thought was their best dish. He suggested the Richie’s Special which consisted of spaghetti noodles, grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, garlic and onions in an oil sauce. While I would not normally order a dish like this, I was very pleased with it. I tend to lean toward the tomato based meals at an Italian restaurant, but I was very happy with Richie’s Special tonight. I would order it again.

My bride ordered the meat stromboli, which was stuffed with hamburger, sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, ham, salami and cappicolla. I have no clue which meat was the cappicolla, but the combination of all of the meats inside the stromboli crust worked well. The best part, more marinara dipping sauce. I actually tried some of the marinara on my chicken pasta and it was great.

I overheard two of the servers talking about sports that they played in and it hit me, these guys know what it means to be a team and it shows. The food was good, it really was, but I think the service impressed us the most.

All in all we had a great experience at Jimmy’s and I will most definitely be going back. I’m ashamed to say I hadn’t given it a chance before, as much as I love Italian food. Go in and ask for Jalyn to serve you.

If you decide to visit Jimmy’s or any other restaurant I have reviewed, please share your experience with me. I love to see pics of your favorite foods. You can also check out other reviews on Facebook @ dinnerwithdanny

JIMMY’S PIZZA PASTA AND SUBS 972.775.2409 300 N 8TH ST MIDLOTHIAN, TX 76065

Day Tripping

Check out fun things to do in Midlothian & Ennis as a day trip experience or activity!

Mayor’s Winter Walk Features Mockingbird Nature Park

Mayor's Winter Walk will take place on Saturday, February 20, 2021, 10 a.m., at Mockingbird Nature Park, 1361 Onward Road, Midlothian. A one-mile walk through the beautiful nature park features a guided tour and. Information about the park’s plants and trees, as well as the birds, bats, and butterflies that inhabit the park.

This event is free and open to the public. Precautions for COVID-19 will be followed. For registration, visit www.midlothian.tx.us/winterwalk or call (972) 775-7177.

About Mockingbird Nature Park Mockingbird Nature Park is a 62-acre nature park located at 1361 Onward Road in Midlothian. It features hiking trails, public restrooms, butterfly garden, pond, bluebird nest boxes, boardwalk, and native grass areas. The city partners with the Indian Trail Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists for the development of this park. Visit inaturalist.org for more information on the projects at the park.

Follow Your Heart to Downtown Ennis!

Do you enjoy romantic strolls down tree-lined streets, shopping with your sweetheart in unique boutiques and enjoying a starlit dinner with a view? We have the perfect day trip for you that will not disappoint any day of the week but will be a bit “lovelier” on Valentine’s Day Weekend.

The newly renovated Dallas St has become a destination with visitors loving the atmosphere of the beautiful, brick paved, tree-lined street. Spend the day browsing unique shops featuring the latest in home décor, fashion and gifts. Take time to relax at Minnie McDowal Park and take in the views of the hand sculpted 10 foot art wall replicating a bluebonnet field painting from a local artist. Stop by the Ennis Railroad & Cultural Heritage Museum to see the train display and learn about the history of Ennis. For lunch, choose from comfort food, Mexican Food or a fresh made sandwich using locally raised meat. As the sun begins to set, head over to Rooftop 101, the only rooftop patio in Ellis County, to enjoy cocktails and dinner with a view of the Ennis skyline and new rooftop lights. To end the evening, take in a live show at the Ennis Public Theatre. If you love “LOVE” you will want to plan your day trip to downtown Ennis on Valentine’s Day weekend. The streets will be aglow with twinkling red and pink rooftop lights and romantic music will be playing throughout downtown. Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a horse drawn carriage ride. Walk-up rides will be for sale Friday, February 12th from 5-9pm and the 13th and 14th from 3:30-7:30pm leaving from Minnie McDowal Park. If you want to taste a bit of heaven, make sure to visit the Romeros Mini Donut food truck selling hot, delicious donuts topped with your choice of sprinkles, chocolate, Nutella, cinnamon or powder sugar. Don’t forget to shop for Valentine’s Day décor and apparel with our downtown merchants who will be serving yummy sips to enhance your shopping experience. Carriage rides, romantic music, shopping and hot donuts are the key to anyone’s heart so follow yours to downtown Ennis!

For more information about Downtown Ennis and our lovefilled Valentine’s Day weekend, follow Ennis TX: A Main Street City on Facebook.