The service is both professional and friendly. Interestingly, the chef and owner, Pedro, along with his wife, are not Italian; they hail from San Salvador. Pedro learned the art of Italian cooking from an Italian chef and eventually took over the kitchen when that chef left. He previously owned Il Fornia in Walnut Creek, which he ran for eight years before seeking a more affordable location, leading him to Pinole.
The restaurant is situated in a strip mall that also features a Big 5 Sporting Goods store, a supermarket, and various fast food franchises. To get there, take the Appian Way exit from I-80. Give it a try—you'll love it!
Jim.
I went here a handful of time, but I usually ordered the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. This dish is delicious! This time I dared to try the Osso Bucco. This dish was also delicious. I give this place 4 stars because I wish there was more transparency about what you are paying for. My friend and I ordered a salad and split it into half and they paid $1 for using an extra plate. It would be nice if the waiter just told us about the extra fee before finding out after check. Honestly, I would have used the tiny plates that were already on the table. I wasn't in a restaurant that would charge me so much, so it was a surprise for me.
I went here a handful of time, but I usually ordered the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. This dish is delicious! This time I dared to try the Osso Bucco. This dish was also delicious. I give this place 4 stars because I wish there was more transparency about what you are paying for. My friend and I ordered a salad and split it into half and they paid $1 for using an extra plate. It would be nice if the waiter just told us about the extra fee before finding out after check. Honestly, I would have used the tiny plates that were already on the table. I wasn't in a restaurant that would charge me so much, so it was a surprise for me.
This is a hidden gem that everyone must visit over and over again.. Great Food.... Great service... Authentic Italian cuisine They have great SPACE TO HOLD A MEETING ..FOOTBALL PARTY..OR AN AWESOME GRADUATION CELEBRATION...THIS PLAE IS TOP NOTCH!!!
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This is absolutely amazing food. The gnocci are like clouds of the fluffy potato sky. The sauce for the Tutto Stute is perfect. The gelatin misti had the best dark chocolate taste I ever had, hands down. I feel like a new person.
Reasonably priced. Good portions. Food was above average. First time for everything... They cut the scallops in half? I guess to make it look like more food on the plate.
What a fantastic, local Italian restaurant. Appropriate prices, large staff and food exceed the price. All that and cloth napkins! I'm sold! I love this place!
Food was as good as always. But not crowded at 6:00. Service was okay. Overworked people. Also, more pricy and smaller portions
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We've come for dinner here twice a month for the past eight years. Excellent in every way.
Very good food and atmosphere at a great price point.
