This is one of our favorite places to celebrate special occasions or just grab a really good but to eat. Their beef carpaccio is hands down the best you will ever eat! The meat is perfectly tender and the topping is packed with so much flavor. We usually always get the fish special no matter what it is because is delicious every time. If you are looking for a dish that is both sweet and savory I highly recommend the airline chicken. The lasagna is also delicious! Really you can't go wrong with anything on the menu here. Every bite is wonderful! read more

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I didn't expect to find authentic Italian food in Houma, and to say I'm pleasantly surprised is an understatement. The restaurant is set in a charming renovated white house, with an interior full of characters and art. The outdoor patio, strung with lights, felt cozy and inviting, like dining in someone's backyard. Service was excellent. Our server, Cortney, was cheerful, friendly and knowledgeable. She recited the whole menu and added personal touch The food was equally outstanding. Our favorite appetizers were chargrilled oysters, carpaccio, and Caesar salad. The foie gras, on the other hand, was weak compared to the other apps. My cioppino pasta was phenomenal, perfect texture and incredible flavors. Even the cocktails and desserts, lavender spritz and apple pie were amazing. The owner, Cristiano stopped by our table for a friendly chat and even offered us complimentary limoncellos. Hands down this is the best restaurant in Houma, and it would be top tier in Houston too. We'll definitely be back if visiting the area again. read more

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This was a surprise, an extremely high quality Italian restaurant with top notch service, ambiance, and food in Houma, LA, of all places. The interior is extremely eclectic and decorated well; the ambiance outside was also nicely done. The restaurant is a renovated existing house with parking available across the street. Our server, Courtney read off the menu of memory like something in The Bear. The food was excellent; the chargrilled oysters, Caesar salad, and pasta being the favorites. The foie gras tart was slightly a miss, but we enjoyed the appetizers, mains, and dessert. Their cocktails, including the lavender spritz, are excellent as well. The owner, Cristiano came by and chatted, and was hanging out in the outdoor space. This will compete with the best in Houma, and anywhere else. read more

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This is a gem in Houma! The atmosphere, food, service and drinks are all outstanding! Very reasonable for the quality of food! The menu is amazing and honestly have zero complaints as this was a 100% first time visit! Will be coming back next trip to Houma! read more

We scoped Cristiano out for a date night dinner and left thoroughly impressed. Our waitress was fantastic and checked on us often enough during the meal to take care of us, which was very appreciated. All of the specials sounded delicious and we ended up ordering the penne with beef tenderloin from it. I also ordered the cheese pasta with shrimp, which was creamy and flavorful. read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Special: Penne pasta with a creamy brandy Demi glaze, pan seared beef tenderloin, and vegetables - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

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Best lasagna of my life - in the most unexpected location! So good! Sat at the bar and loved the experience. read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Lasagna. - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

Nice outdoor seating area with heaters. As you enter the restaurant, it is super cute with art and a rustic home feel. Started with a bread basket and a glass of Pinot noir- both tasty. Orders for the table included the special pasta of the day (amazing mint cream sauce with pancetta and shrimp) and Quattro fromage fettuccine pasta. Highly recommend this hidden gem for Italian food. read more

Simply the best owner, chef, staff, and food in the Houma region. The environment is both causal and relaxing. Whether meeting friends, entertaining business clients, or having a romantic dinner, this is the place read more

Absolutely love this gem in a very unexpected location. The food is amazing with a great and consistent. I've always had great service as well. It can be very loud when busy which they usually are so business dinners can make for challenging conversations but the atmosphere is great. Highly recommend! read more

Love the menu choices. My favorite appetizer is the charbroiled oysters, my favorite entree is the airline chicken. The service is always great! Love the ambiance; the pictures and the decor where you walk in. read more

The Food is phenomenal, the Service is excellent, and the Ambiance is so relaxing. If you want good Italian food, this is your place to dine. read more

If you are looking for a more upscale dining experience with great tasting food and good service this is your place. The duck strips appetizer is top notch and their filets pair so nicely with a nice glass of wine. One of our favorite date night spots. read more

Probably the classiest place in Houma. Northern Italian food done well and is unique for this area. Far better than most locally owned places and far better than all of the chains. Quiet ambiance and attractive decor. Nice selection of wines. read more

The food and service was top notch! I absolutely recommended this place to my family and friends

Absolutely everything here is amazing!! This was recommended by a few different locals, so my girlfriends and I went here for my birthday dinner while in town from out of state. I highly recommend reservations. The service was great, the ambiance was perfect (inside and outside), and the food was superb! Anything you order will be delicious- I promise you won't be disappointed with anything. read more

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Food, Service and atmosphere was great! Also the artisanal bread & EVOO was perfect! Wine was excellent! read more

The food was so delicious. Our waitress was very pleasant and very encouraging when ordering. The ambiance is a great place for a date and you can enjoy yourself with your special person. We were visiting and were told to eat here and it was all I expected and more. read more

What a beautiful place. Out door dining area is beautiful and just right'ly lit for a romantic evening in post hurricane Ida in Houma. Come on folks, support this great eatery so we both don't starve... Thank you team Cristiano. We had a great dinner and the service was great. read more

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Chicken parmesan was excellent, but the portion was a little smaller than I'm used to. Salad also excellent. Breadbasket top notch. Service was good. I definitely recommend this place, and I'll be back if I'm looking for some more Italian food while I'm in Houma. Only complaint, I wish the staff had been wearing face masks per the state policy. As an out-of-towner here working on disaster relief, protecting myself from covid is one of the most important things. read more

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Kamryn was a great server. Knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and efficient. Lasagna was fabulous. Beautiful presentation. Absolutely delicious. The Cioppino was perfectly balanced. Great seafood on top of house pasta. Perfect. Delicious bread basket to start. Very welcome feeling when the owner walks around talking to people. Don't miss this place. Elegant setting. read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Cioppino del Sud - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

Went on a Date, Nice Drinks at the Bar, Food was Delicious, Service was Good Ambiance was Nice read more

The place looks amazing inside and out. The service was great and the food even better.

Excellent staff. Warm and welcoming. Top tier service. My lasagna was absolutely superb. Just enough to take home for a small snack. And the kindness shown toward my service dog really means so much to me. Ambiance ~ loved the lounge area. Almost like an evening on your favorite sofa. With style & comfort. read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

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I travel from Baton Rouge as often as I can to come here. The best food and service in Louisiana. Beats any Italian place in Baton Rouge and any I've ever been to before. If you love food, this place is it. Amazing creative dishes and you can tell they put love into every one. read more

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Very cute spot in Houma. I did not expect this type of experience out there. Pleasantly surprised! Good quality ingredients exceptional staff and the ambiance is charming. It reminds me of a dark mahogany library you'd curl up and read a book in. The food is a little on the heavy side for my liking and the menu is a little over whelming; but other than that, I really recommend this spot! I go every time I am in Houma. read more

Nice relaxing quaint place. Service was great. Our waitress went over and beyond for our anniversary. We always love having dinner there.

Walking in is like entering into a scene off "The Godfather." The decor is lively and is a really nice place to dine. My absolute favorite pasta on earth is the rosso pasta from Cristiano's. It sucks that they took it off the menu because it was the best pasta I've ever had and I love my pasta. I also tried the salmon and it was cooked to perfection with a tasty side of fries with it. For desserts you literally cannot go wrong with the tiramisu or the gelato. The tiramisu is heaven in a cup and the gelato is a perfect way to treat your palate after pampering your taste buds. I'm usually not a big dessert guy but you ALWAYS have to get Cristiano'a desserts. read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Rosso pasta - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

Great restaurant with nice ambiance. Service was good. Menu had a good selection and the filet was perfect. Oysters were fresh and soup was tasty too. read more

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5 + stars! Amazing atmosphere, wonderful service and excellent food! A hidden gem! I so enjoyed my time there with friends! I can't say enough about the staff! read more

Excellent dining experience, fresh oysters and a filet you can cut with a fork. I would go make a reservation though! read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Signature oysters - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

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If you don't know about this place it looks like a nice little home town restaurant from the outside but it's so so so much more. The bar is a great little low key hang out spot. Food is amazing! Everything. They always have a new selection of risotto and gnocchi. Drinks are great and service is impeccable. Ambiance is very unique and they even have a great outdoor patio area with lights. You must try it. read more

My boyfriend and I visit Cristiano's regularly and it is hands down our favorite dinner spot! We started off with an order of the oysters and cauliflower. As our entree we ordered the airline chicken (this is a MUST). Our waiter Galin was so sweet and attentive the entire meal...and he made sure to keep our drinks (margs & wine) flowing. I can't say enough good things about this place, the service, and the food! read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Chargrilled Oysters - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

Let me start with the food, it was delicious. The service on the other hand was horrible. The waitress rattled off the specials so fast that I couldn't figure out what was what. Bread was delivered, our appetizers were delivered, our cocktails were delivered and before we had a chance to enjoy any of it our salads were there. Before eating half of our salad our wine and entrée were delivered. I could understand the rush if the house was full and people were waiting. But it was 5:30 and before the dinner crowd arrived. I'm not a big complainer, having been in food service for years, but this was unacceptable. I was a guest, my host was a long time customer, I'm embarrassed for him read more

Intimate dining at its best. Great good. Fantastic service. The dessert trio is so good.

Very good food Excellent service along with the ambiance. Every graduation we have visited here to celebrate and is delicious as heck. read more

Food is good and atmosphere in bar seating is the best in town. They get really busy, especially on weekends, so service can big down but they are always attentive. read more

The atmosphere is the best in the town and the food is delicious. Wonderful place to eat.

My wife and I stopped for lunch while shopping in Houma. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The atmosphere is great and the food was delicious. We recommend the lasagna and the cauliflower and garlic soup. The prices are a little high, but not too bad. We will return. read more

Great ambiance, food was amazing, service was great! Everything was fresh, unique, and flavorful.

When I want to escape feeling like I'm in Houma, I come here where I'm transported to an urban villa with nods to Italy. Here, one receives the same level of service found at the best restaurants in New Orleans and the palette is reminded of the top Italian restaurants in L.A., DC, NY. By far, this is my first choice when I want to feel special in Houma. On this visit, I ordered the Cioppino del Sud, which was delectable - the pasta ribbons were cooked perfectly and the delicate sauce made me feel like I was kinda sticking to my diet. But then, I tasted my mom's dish and had order envy because it was the best spaghetti and meatballs that I had tasted in a long time. Due to the generous serving of meatballs, my mom had a meatball sandwich the next day which she said was yummy. Needless to say, I look forward to going back. read more

Cristiano Ristorante - Spaghettini & Meatballs - with plenty of meatballs buried in the pasta. Delish! - Italian Near Me - Houma, Louisiana

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