Tucked into Wilmington’s Trolley Square neighborhood, Scalessa’s “My Way” Old School Italian Kitchen proves that tradition and comfort can still surprise. The small dining room buzzes with regulars, clinking glasses, and the aroma of slow simmered sauces. Every plate feels like a family recipe passed down with care, then perfected for daily cravings.
Locals keep returning because the flavors feel honest, warm, and unmistakably Delaware.
Signature Sunday Gravy
Sunday gravy at Scalessa’s arrives deep red and glossy, clinging to pasta like a hug. Meatballs, sausage, and tender pork melt into the sauce, layering sweetness and spice. The first forkful brings a mellow tomato tang followed by slow cooked depth that lingers.
There is balance rather than heaviness, a sign of patient simmering and careful seasoning. The pasta is cooked properly, sturdy enough to catch every drop without getting soggy. A final sprinkle of grated cheese folds in nutty savor and perfume…