"Worst service ever, when I walked in, the workers walked past didn't say hi, didn't ask if I've been served. Wasn't even busy, definitely won't be coming back."
My experience at Criniti's Darling Harbour was a horrible one. I came around lunchtime with my boyfriend, expecting a lavish in quality experience. However, we found that the menu is far too long, and our experience with the food was ridiculous. The pasta was barely cooked, and felt much harder than it should've (almost like plastic) and the flavour was too strong & cheesy. The pizza we ordered also tasted funny and had an almost mouldlike flavour to it?!? This was a huge disappointment as the food was overly expensive for such poor quality. The only thing we enjoyed was the Darling Harbour View, and even that wasn't worth the tummy ache. Wouldn't recommend whatsoever!
To put it simple, the price you pay for the food is not worth the service you are getting in return. Constantly ignored by staff who are too busy giving priority to bigger group tables, as well as clearing other tables to make room for new walk ins. Saw 2 separate tables walk out because they were waiting for their orders to be taken! This is ridiculous as Criniti's seem to be very boastful of their food, sad people are fooled to give it a go and given terrible service in return.
Criniti's never disappoints. My 9 yo would go here just for the mussel chowder (also a favourite of mine), but the novelty is certainly the 1, 2 or 3 metre pizza options that take a real troop to devour. Service is generally very efficient and the food quality is consistently good. Prices are generally higher than other quality gourmet pizza and pasta places, but savvy diners will probably be able to find a deal, or discount to make a great night out even better.
Crinitis was a great experience for me as the food was delicious and the service was great.
I ordered a seafood pizza, risotto, a carbonara pasta and bacon carbonara fettucine (not sure what the exact names were). My favourite was the risotto because I loved the sauce they used and the texture was great.
However, I did go at a busy time, so it was very crowded and loud. But overall, I had a good time.
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A few pros and cons. We went late on a Saturday night and it was loud! I mean so loud you have to almost scream to one another, they do Birthday themes so who ever has a Birthday gets drums and singing going their way, truth be told this was very annoying. Food was actually great thank god, tg as it was a long wait between ordering food, waiting for the food, and then the bill.
Food was great but unfortunately the service let them down. Admittedly a group of 24 however it took 30 minutes to even get water to the table and a 45 minutes to get wine. They were busy but we arrived at our booked table exactly on time so no excuse. Would certainly try again but in a small group. Pizza dough is as good as I have had!
I did not like this place at all. I have no clue why my cousins like it. The service was not very good and the food was below average for italian food. We ordered pizza and it just wasn't nice. We went a lil while ago so maybe they fixed it but i wouldgo somewhere else.
Great food, really busy.. but when you don't want dessert staff instantly give the bill and expect you to leave.. overall good quality food and a good price for the quality!
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Huge portion sizes and great for large groups. Food is consistent. Does get very noisy so wouldn't suggest for a romantic date or small group. Staff can be a little slow
Worst service ever, when I walked in, the workers walked past didn't say hi, didn't ask if I've been served. Wasn't even busy, definitely won't be coming back.
Criniti’s Hot & Cold Antipasto Platter
Freshly Shucked Oysters ( 6Pcs )
Grilled Atlantic Salmon 558 Cal
Grilled Lemon Chicken 460 Cal
Olive & Mozzarella Bruschetta
Steamed Perch Fillet 390 Cal
Salmon & Avocado Bruschetta
Tony ‘D’ Big Fish Pescatora
Bufala & Tomato Bruschetta
