We really enjoyed this restaurant. Very nice wine selections plus they have two choices of gluten free pasta. Lots of appetizers to chose from and the staff is top notch. It was more than a meal, it was an experience. Will be returning soon.
Great food and service at this cozy Italian restaurant on Laurel. Our friend loved the authentic Octopus! The New York steak had a tasty sauce, but not very tender :(
We love Ristorante Italiano. We are always greeted by the charming Vince (one of the owner's). Delicious food (our daughter loves their Pesto Gnocchi and Pesto Pasta). Very good food, nice wine and a great time.
What hospitality and excellent authentic Italian! Vito is the best! Get the creme brûlée!
Seriously.....great experience from the moment we walked in the door. So attentive, service is excellent, food....amazing!
Great food and friendly staff. Totally worth the drive!
Our favorite San Carlos restaurant! Triple 8 always great!
Great Food & friendly service!! Well decorated, intimate restaurant! You may want to call in a reservation, just in case, as this is not a large restaurant. I've had lunch there twice and had no wait time. YUM! Waiting to return!
Original southern Italian food...good job Mr..Vitino... Can't wait to try it again...
Wonderful place nice Restorant love .........
888 Ristorante Italiano, San Carlos, CA. I have become a fan of this restaurant. It started off slowly with some dishes not so flavorful. It is now one of our family's favorites. Pasta is al dente. The risottos are delicious. I am impressed with their work with fish dishes. The sauces are good. The wine list is variable and pricey. It is worth the effort to try this more than once to figure out what works. I enjoy the service and attention by the owner and the rest of the staff.
Thumbs Up!. Personal greeting by owner. Top notch food preparation of dishes from Italy. Not a bad wine in the house.
Trust me. This could become YOUR favorite special place.
Authentic Italian food reminds us of Italy. Several classic dishes, and always a few good specials. Staff is has a friendly, family feel. Atmosphere is nice, never pretentious. One of the top Italian places in the Bay Area.
Very good, very hot food. The lasagna was delicious as was the Alfredo and fettuccine. Chicken was a bit tough and service was ok.
Great place with great seafood. The outdoor seating takes up their parking lot so you have to look for street parking, but otherwise would highly recommend. They also have live music on Friday nights.
I never had a favorite restaurant until a friend introduced me to 888 years ago. Vince, the owner, is a truly stand-up guy, & staff member George has been with them since the beginning. I’ve Never had a disappointing meal & when there are dietary restrictions amongst our dining party, they have come through stellarly. Remember: ask for that crispy pancetta on the homemade soup of the day, mmmmmm nom nom nom!!
I had a great time here. While the table on the sidewalk was a little weird having people walking by and looking at me eating, it was amusing as well and worth it given the weather was great. Had to look around at first to find any staff, but once I did he was amazing. Food was absolutely amazing! The bolognese was delicious, but the chocolate Carmel sea salt gelato was among the best desserts I have ever had. Will definitely eat here again.
Cute, small Italian restaurant. Atmosphere and service were great! Food was all perfectly prepared. However, nothing was amazing or surprising.
Service and food was great. My daughter has celiac, and they were happy to assist. All pastas have a gluten free option and some of the other dishes are also gf.
Just went there yesterday for the first time. Excellent Italian food and great service. We will be going back often.
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