Honey, Olives, and Oktoberfest: A Slice of Perfection at Centonove We decided to stop for lunch on our way to Oktoberfest this week with family visiting from out of the country, hoping for a quick bite that wouldn't fill us up too much before the festivities. We were seated quickly and taken care of by Sarah, who was wonderfully friendly, personable, and welcoming, engaging in conversation without ever feeling intrusive. On her gracious recommendation, we added a drizzle of spicy honey to accompany our Salsiccia e Prosciutto pizza, and we are so glad we did--it was an absolute hit at our table! Along with the Salsiccia e Prosciutto, we also ordered the Pera pizza. For appetizers, we shared the oven-roasted olives and a peach-and-pistachio burrata salad. As an olive lover, my go-to favorite completely hit the spot, and while I wasn't initially sure about peaches with burrata, the seasonal combination was a perfect, hard-to-devour masterpiece that I'll order again and again. While I couldn't drink on this visit and missed out on the Brecciarolo wine, everyone else in my party thoroughly enjoyed it. Sitting outside in the fresh air and shaded dining area made for an ideal afternoon. If you want authentic fresh pizza, Centonove is your restaurant, and we will definitely be back! read more

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We were meeting some of our future In laws for dinner in the days before our son's wedding. The "kids" picked this place, and it was a great choice. The minor quibble was that the outdoor space was so tight, anytime anyone wanted to get away from the table, multiple people had to get us and move out of the way - then again when they came back to the table.... We shared the meatballs for an appetizer. Tender and authentically italian. I got the pear and gorgonzola pasta, which was fantastic, might have been better as a smaller portion as an appetizer as it is RICH (in the best way possible). Hubby had the chicken parm, and you can never really go wrong there, this as a nice rendition - nice and thin and crispy. Dessert was sort a chocolate pudding, that was kinda a dud. I should have gotten the molten cake..but no worries, we were all so busy chatting and getting to now each other, the food was not the focus (which is not the norm for me!) read more

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This used to be my favorite Italian restaurant. Last night, I ordered the Trofie con Crema al Pesto. The pasta was swimming in a pool of pesto sauce. It ended up being more like pesto soup than pesto pasta. The server checked on us by glancing at our plates and deciding we were okay. There was no manager to be seen anywhere. I should have just walked the plate back to the kitchen and asked them to remake it! With prices being so high everywhere, when you go out for dinner, you want your food to be prepared correctly. Now I'm just feeling sad and disappointed. read more

TL;DR: Fun neighborhood spot right in the heart of downtown LG. Good food and friendly service. Solid experience. Ordered: - Mushroom pie: loaded up on mushrooms which is a big plus but also added to the sogginess toward the middle of the pie - Margherita pie: presentation looks nice but would like more basil on each slice. Solid undercarriage - Tagliatelle: Balanced flavor but felt a little stingy on the sauce bits (the good stuff) and cheese Outdoor seating available and heaters to keep you warm. Fun vibes, good food, no real complaints Cheers, Centonove! read more

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The food and service is always outstanding. Including the hosts , servers , and the people that clean the tables

Came here last Friday and had a great experience. We made a reservation ahead of time. They start you off with warm bread and olive oil & vinegar. We ordered a plate of olives. They're served warm and still have the pit in them fyi. For drinks we got sparkling water and I ordered a virgin espresso martini just to see if it could be done and it was delicious. Tasted like a good iced coffee lol For dinner we got the gnocchi and the fiocchi di pera. They were both so good and flavorful. Next time I come back I'll either get the same thing or try the tagliatelle bolognese They have indoor and outdoor seating. We chose to sit indoors. The atmosphere was charming and the service was great. The only thing I wish is they didn't seat us right next to other tables when there were plenty of other empty tables read more

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I wanted to take advantage of my Jazz card and take advantage of my free glass of Prosecco. The Prosecco was the best that I have ever tasted. I am not a huge fan of pasta because I find it too filling. This pasta dish in the 1st image was perfection from the portion to the kick at the end of each bite. I will be back! Service was interesting. We had awkward interaction with the server throughout the service. She forgot to return my Jazz card. When I called after leaving the restaurant to see if I left it behind, her response was that she had it in her pocket. Perhaps an apology for forgetting to return it. Nope but I just happy she saved it for me. read more

Centonove - Cavatelli e Formaggio al Tartufo - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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This restaurant was amazing. To start off our server was so friendly, she basically helped me order my whole meal, wine and all by asking me what my preferences were. I ordered the salmon dish and it was delicious. I substituted the risotto for crème potatoes. The artichoke and capers was the perfect salty add on. My mom's truffle pasta was so rich and flavorful. As everyone else has mentioned, yes the bread is to die for!!! It's like a warm, pillowy, doughy heaven. I can't wait to come back to this restaurant! Salmon: 10/10 Truffle pasta: 10/10 Bread Basket: 11/10 Service: 11/10 read more

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Stopped in this evening had the peach bruschetta and lobster special, tomato bruschetta,gnocchi ,sausage pasta and bread. Excellent food and service! read more

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We made reservations same day, and had a nice outside table. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful with our questions and suggestions. The outside seating is nice and they do have a small inside space as well. We had a pesto pizza and a truffle pasta. They were delicious. Highly recommend both of these. We will definitely be going back. read more

Centonove - Cavatelli e Formaggio al Tartufo (truffle pasta) - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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I've tried this place twice and both times it was just okay. I like that they have specials and I got the mushroom ravioli that they had as a special that day. I was excited to try it as I love mushroom but something was off about it. The filling was very odd and the texture wasn't good. The pine nuts were a good addition though. The dish was also soaked in butter. It was quite expensive at 28$ too. They do have lots of dessert options which is nice. I got the donuts that had chocolate and cream filling and also the tiramisu. Both were good but the tiramisu had too much cream on it at the top layer and the ratio was off. The service and ambiance are both good here though, and there's lots of seating outdoor if you want to sit outside with heaters too. It was also way too cold inside. read more

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When I am in Los Gatos, Centovene is one of my favorite spots! From its wide range of menu options, to its gluten free accommodations - you can't beat it! On a recent visit I ordered the prosciutto and melon and burrata appetizers for the table and both were divine! The pasta meals didn't disappoint either and I was lucky enough that my dining partner was willing to share so I was able to try both the bolognese and the carbonara - honestly you can't go wrong with either of these! Closed out the meal with some awesome gelato The staff is great and makes awesome recommendations. Make sure you make a reservation for your visit! read more

Was walking by to buy a book at the Barnes and Nobles nearby, I was getting hungry and walked around to find a place to eat, then I happen to see this place and was craving pasta. So I came into place looking to get some pasta here. Just to let you know all their pasta sounded delicious. Their pizzas looked intriguing and was almost tempted to get a pizza also, but I refrained my self from getting one. Even the appetizers were delicious sounding, but the only thing I got was the bread with oil and balsamic vinegar. The bread was warm and nice when served which is a plus. I got the gnocchi pasta was also very good, however if you eat it with protein they have in there, it does get super salty. Honestly it might be better just with sauce. But it is not cheap and the amount I got was surprisingly small for how much I paid for. It's my only minor complaint, but this is a nice little place to take someone on a date The servers were also very friendly and nice. read more

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We stopped by for lunch while walking in downtown Los Gatos and had a great experience here! It's a small, upscale but casual Italian restaurant with great service. Outdoor seating is available and there is a free parking lot within walking distance. We ordered the beet carpaccio ($19), which was my favorite dish. The beets were sliced thin and dressed with balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil and topped with microgreens. We also ordered the gnocchi ($24) and trofie ($25) and found both pasta dishes to be good. The only negative thing I would say is I felt the pricing was pretty high, and while the pasta dishes were good, I didn't feel the quality fully matched the price. I personally feel that over $20 is pretty steep for a vegetarian pasta dish, and for the price, I would want it to be more than "good". I think this is a great stop for lunch if you are in downtown Los Gatos! read more

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Came by on a Saturday after the farmers market. We were seated right away and had the option of indoor or outdoor seating. We sat outside because of the nice weather and the seating was covered with heating lamps. We got the daily special short Rib tagliatelle and the vongole e Gamberi. The tagliatelle noodles were cooked perfectly and there was a good ratio of meat to noodles. 5/5 The vongole sauce was well seasoned 5/5. *We enjoy squid ink* so if you do not like squid ink, this may not be for you. read more

Centonove - Vongole e Gamberi - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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The pear and Gorgonzola pasta was incredible. The pizza was fine but the pesto tasted too garlicky (reminiscent of the Costco pesto). They currently have a peach and burrata app special that is delicious! There is indoor and outdoor seating, the outdoor is covered and has heaters. I felt service was a little slow, we waited a while to pay the check even though there were only 4 other parties present. Other groups had dogs outside on the patio so it appears it is dog friendly. read more

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Nice place when you walk in. White table cloths and nice wallpaper. Not sure why they were playing Southern rock in the background, but it was 3 PM so maybe it was just to make staff happy when business is slow. We had the misty salad and the zucchini pizza with arugula. I got the pasta with shrimp and clams to go. The salad was enough for the two of us to share and was pretty good. Not drenched in dressing, but just enough to give you the flavor. The pizza came piping hot from the oven with yellow squash, and arugula on it, and a nice soft goat cheese. Even though it was hot, the crust was not quite done through and so it was a little floppy. Still it was delicious, especially with the red chili flakes. Which I took note come out of the shaker very nicely, unlike other grinds of red chili flakes. Service was pretty good except they did not ask if we would like to have red chili flakes brought to the table. We had to get them ourselves from the station behind us as the server had quickly disappeared before we noticed. Even though it was mid afternoon, they had a decent amount of business, primarily teens or early 20s, probably to share a pizza and gab. I would definitely come back, especially to try the pasta dishes Since I got a pasta dish to go, I will try it at home and let that be my guide. read more

Centonove - Oddly, the tables are not set with the same color plate. Intentional? - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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The pizza here is the best in LG. They use all Italian ingredients. From the san marzano tomatoes to the caputo double zero flour you can tell the pizzas are made with love. Just by eating a margarita pizza the flavors are special. We like to sit ant the pizza bar and watch the action. read more

Used to be awesome. Went regularly minimum once a week. Introduced friends to this restaurant. Shelly and crew and previous owner--. knew their customers. Happy to custom make a dish. Always busy , tables full, most nights of week. However now, new ownership whole new crew. Doesn't have the "fun" vibe used to have. Empty inside, 3 tables, and not quite full outside. Food was disappointing to say the least.overcooked. Bar service not up to par. We decided will find another local restaurant as our "go to". Think we found two, on the two corners above. Sad to share this. Used to love this place. read more

Stopped by for a quick dinner and luckily they had a table available on their outdoor patio since I was dining with my dog. Unfortunately, the bread service is no longer complimentary. It's $4 now. That's such bummer because it's such a great way to welcome back customers. My first time dining here I had pasta so this time around I ordered a pizza. They have good vegetarian pizza options. I ordered the traditional Margherita pizza and it was solid! Thin slices and fluffy crust. The sauce to mozzarella ratio was perfect. I reheated my leftovers the next day and it was still just as good! read more

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Great spot in Los Gatos for some tasty and rich pizza and pasta. Lots of outdoor seating next to the street, and plenty of space inside as well. Great place to people watch and take in the amazing California climate. read more

Centonove - Spaghetti alla Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

Centonove is one of my favorite restaurants in Los Gatos. It's our go-to spot for my friends and me. Our favorite drink is the Pear Martini--it's so delicious and dangerously easy to have too many! The first time I went, we ordered pizza, which was a great choice, especially since they offer gluten-free and vegan options. However, since then, I've become partial to their Fiocchi di Pera--pasta pockets with pear and cheese in a Gorgonzola cream sauce. Absolutely divine! The staff is knowledgeable and super fun, adding to the great atmosphere. I highly recommend making a reservation, especially on weekends, as seating--both indoors and outdoors--is limited. But even if you have to wait, it's definitely worth it! read more

Centonove - Martini and empty glasses at the end of an amazing dinner! - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

very mid / just okay Flavor was a big miss. THE FOOD: - good starter bread - cavatelli stracciatella (sausage pasta): you can tell the pasta is homemade pasta. Portion was really small too - funghi (mushroom) pizza: there's no umami and the thyme overpowered everything too. Garlic tasted preserve and not fresh Friendly but slow service. Nice ambiance sitting outside on a summer night. Dog friendly patio! They gave all the doggos there water bowls so that was sweet (: read more

Centonove - Funghi (mushroom) pizza - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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Food and Service is consistent. Staff is awesome. The Italian wine list is great and the wait staff very knowledgeable.

Long time diner, first time caller -- I mean yelper Centonove is good, bordering on very good. The only issue is it used to be very good, bordering on great. The pizza are still the best and most reliable options. Thin lightly burnt crust -- not American fast-food style. The sausage and prosciutto is my fav but the mushroom one is a close second. Tagliatelle Bolognese is the go-to pasta dish. It's meaty and a solid flavor. On my most recent visit, there was no parmigiano on top. The house ravioli is filled with spinach and ricotta. Smaller portion. Nothing wrong with it. Affogato and Tiramisù are fine as desserts. I didn't care for the bland Panna Cotta. Small warnings: 1. When you get asked for still or sparking water, the still is free but the sparking is an extra charge. 2. The $5 bread service doesn't come with free refills. If you sit at the bar between 5-6pm on weekdays, antipasti, pizza, beer and wine are available at a reduced price. Personal preference: I don't like sitting inside near the back during the summer. The wood burning oven makes the room pretty warm. If it's a nice night, sit outside -- the tables and chairs are a little smaller but it's comfortable. Some yelpers seem to complain about the service but I've never had any issues. read more

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The place is cozy. As for food, it's just average but not bad. Biggest disappointment was the texture of the pizza dough. It has wonder bread texture (virtually no chew). The place was small and quiet enough to hear one another which was probably the high point of our visit. At 20% mendated tip for our party, an excellent service is an entitlement and nothing to compliment about, hence it's par. So fellow diners, demand an excellent service and tip accordingly. If you plan to visit and want to know my assessment of food, please read on or you may quit at this point. Fusilli al Arrabiata: sauce is slightly spicy and not bad. Texture was boring. Vongole e Gamberi: avoid this item. The noodles are dark but squid ink flavor is just not there. Margherita: Just average sauce but the dough ruins it as for all pizzas. Best topping among our orders Salciccia e Prosciutto: Does it cost more because it's salty? What's with the ground meat? Pass. Funghi: OK but not impressed. Dry. Parma: just chuck-e-cheese with arugula and prosciutto. Ok but not to be repeated. Antipasto platter: this was a good starter. Just this appetizer and beer probably would have kept us happy. Bruschetta: underwhelmed. Lacking flavor. Overall we had a good time not because of food but the seating area and the company. Beers helped. Just go with a low expectation and perhaps you might just enjoy the food. Perhaps we just ordered the wrong things or is it the Sunday evening Chef? Hard to believe though. Time for a menu revamp? read more

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cute italian spot in downtown los gatos with indoor and outdoor seating. menu has lots of pizzas, pasta, and a handful of large plates. we split 3 pizzas and a pasta between 6 people. the fungi and pesto were my favorites but the sausage and prosciutto was also quite good. carbonara was tasty and peppery. read more

Centonove - Funghi - Italian Near Me - Los Gatos, California

I've lived in Los Gatos for a few years now and this was my first time visiting Centonove. My partner was having a bad day -- we were lucky to snag a reservation at the last minute so he could drown his sorrows in some yummy pizza. The decor is modern and uncomplicated - brick walls, white tablecloths, a monochrome color scheme. It's nice, but a little too cramped for my liking, especially when the restaurant is full. Our server was warm and friendly, but he was quite busy and it took some time for him to come around and take our order. It all worked out just fine because our food came out a short time later. So, yay for that- I was hungry! My partner ordered a margherita pizza, and it was everything he hoped it would be. When I asked him how it was, he said it was "very good." Following up, I asked him how it compared to the pizza he makes at home and the pizza at La Pizza y La Pasta. While he decided it was on par with Eataly's offerings, it wasn't as good as the pizza he makes himself. When asked about the difference between the two, he said he preferred his crust because it is "lighter." Avoiding gluten and dairy, I did not get to try it. But that the pizza was good was evident from the smile on his face and the cleared plate. When you have to avoid gluten and dairy, like me, but your partner would happily limit his diet exclusively to pizza and pasta, a proper Italian restaurant can present a challenging dining experience. And I'll be honest, I feel lame going into a place known for its pizza -- a dish with cheese and pizza dough as central components - trying to avoid both of those things. So, I was incredibly grateful when I ordered the salmon and asked to substitute the risotto for the potatoes that the server asked me "the creamy potatoes?" When I hesitated and asked him if they have potatoes without cream or cheese, he asked me if I had a dairy allergy, which I really appreciated, and then he confirmed that they could substitute regular roasted potatoes instead of the creamy ones. Huge shout out to the server for patiently answering my questions and making sure I got something I could eat. I would have been SO sad if I had received cheese and cream laden potatoes that I could not eat. The salmon was perfectly cooked, with the crispiest salmon skin (in a good way) that I've ever had. The potatoes and roasted carrots were also tasty. We had a lovely evening here, and I'd absolutely recommend a visit. read more

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Enjoy a fine Italian dinner in the Los Gatos area! I really enjoyed this fine restaurant! All the dishes we ate were exquisite! From the appetizers, wine, and main course, this is surely a place you don't wanna miss out on! The inside was nicely decorated and good vibes going on throughout the restaurant! Our server was very kind and helpful! We asked for recommendations and he have us his reasoning in very well thought out details! You must try the fresh bruchetta! That was the best dish I tried here! Very rich in flavor and so light! Perfect! And i love me and a good Margherita Pizza and this one here disappoint! So fresh and so good! 5 stars read more

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Beware if you are dining outside. They got new chairs which are even smaller & more uncomfortable than the previous ones. I'm petite and slender, but even I had a hard time. No kidding but they are literally kid-sized. My back hurt the next day & I don't even have back issues lol. (So, definitely not the place to eat if you are concerned about any ADA issues. ) We were seated on a slope which is the most awkward dining experience ever. Further, when my friend asked to move to another table with comfortable chairs (there were 3 chairs) they said no. This particular table sat empty the entire 2 hours were there. I get it's a challenging area to have seating but sometimes it's not worth it to squeeze more tables in at the sacrifice of comfort. I don't think I'll be back sadly. It's a shame not to be able to have a semi comfortable dining experience out in the patio area in warmer weather :( Food: gnocchi was blander than usual. The beets in beet salad weren't cooked enough and the chicken in chicken dish was too dry. Recent reviews point out that this place has obviously slipped. I hope they can turn things around. read more

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Great service and delicious food. Good price for the amount of food service. Only reason not 5 stars was we sat inside and the acoustics make the restaurant very loud and "tingy" read more

We had the special peach and burrata appetizer it was delicious. Then we split the gnocchi and salcicca and prosciutto pizza, it was absolutely delicious.we were too full for dessert and we had the pear martini with raw sugar rim that was fabulous also. Great service our waitress was amazing she also talked us through our choices. Very good food and service. read more

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Bland, flavorless, inauthentic, overpriced. Service was pleasant, but the food and drink leave much to be desired, especially for the prices when not up to par for this area. Will not return. read more

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We celebrated my birthday at Centonove and sat outside on the heated patio so our 14-year-old dog could join us--such a thoughtful option. We ordered a half bottle of Vietti wine, which was excellent, and enjoyed clams, tortellini, and pizza. Everything was fresh and flavorful. For a sweet surprise, I was brought a tiramisu--on the house--with a candle. It was outstanding, truly on par with the tiramisu we recently had in Venice. Our server was excellent and made the evening feel special. Next time, I'll request the table with two heaters, since the single one by us wasn't quite sufficient. Although Centonove is dog-friendly, our pup wasn't offered water, and some restaurants go a step further with small touches like a blanket for dogs on the cement. That would have made it even better. All in all, a wonderful birthday dinner with fantastic food, wine, and service. We will definitely be returning. read more

Super kind and welcoming atmosphere. The food is amazing. The whole experience was so nice. We really appreciate the effort in the delicious food and service! read more

Fabulous food and service. It's noisy so downstairs is great if you want it a bit quieter. Would definitely come back!

Got a seat outside on a Thursday evening for a little birthday dinner. The service was great and the food was amazing. Started with a glass of sparkling and a "special" appetizer: grilled peaches & burrata. Then finished with spinach gnocchi with leeks and prosciutto. Just a delicious meal start to finish. I will be back. read more

I love this place! The staff is so friendly and welcoming, Food was amazing. I had pesto pizza a blood orange beer. Everyone was enjoying themselves. The atmosphere was warm and cozy. I would definitely return. read more

Food was delicious and we had a terrific server. It's a small cafe and the tables are a bit close together but they also have outside dining. I had salmon with risotto. Seasoned and cooked perfectly. The fresh tomato burrata salad was the best I've ever had. Served with fresh pesto and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. The freshly baked Italian bread goes great with the salad. read more

109 Good pizza! They have a chewy dough that comes out perfectly in the wood fired oven. Caesar salad was fresh and crispy with a nice creamy dressing. I especially recommend the scampi appetizer it was very tasty with a delicious pesto sauce. Everything went well with a Sierra Nevada on tap. It's nice inside and they have outdoor covered seating. Service was good for being there at a super busy time, I like that they use the toast app tablet for paperless payments. read more

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