I love love love this local restaurant in my neighborhood. They have the BEST ribeye steaks. You pretty much can't go wrong with anything on the menu. My now fiance took me there for my birthday and surprised me by asking him to marry him. My absolute favorite place on earth. read more

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I was first introduced to this local restaurant in San Leandro by a friend and decided to go back with other friends, as the food and service are top tier. It is a nice, cozy place for date night or family gatherings. You are warmly greeted by the staff and I appreciate that when you have questions about options for food and drinks, they make good suggestions. The quality of the food and presentation is excellent! The Calamari Fritti was a perfect starter. I had the Double Cut Molasses Brined Duroc Pork Chop with Roasted Carrot Purée and Parmesan & Truffle Snap Peas and I can't stop thinking about it, as it was that good! The dish was so flavorful and was honestly the best I've ever had. My friends chose the Seafood Fettuccine and the Apple & Prosciutto Salad with Champagne Dressing. These also tasted wonderful. As we were celebrating my friends' belated birthdays, aside from the Dutch Apple Crisp that we shared for dessert, they each got individual desserts that made dinner special. Erin was our waitress and she ensured that we had a nice experience. The owner also checked in with us, so we shared our positive dining experience. I will be recommending Paradiso to other friends and family and plan to go back again soon. read more

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Decent amount of seating. The place seemed popular. They've got a big menu with lots of options including lamb, prime rib, lobster, pizzas, pasta, and other protein options. The desert menu was a nice selection also. They've got a full bar. Our server was very friendly. The ravioli was not very good: sauce way too thin and the ravioli dough too thick and not cooked enough. Brussels sprouts were excellent and pizza was surprisingly light. read more

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Ambience service, great food, outstanding wine, selection, outstanding cocktails. I love the cioppino. Fresh baked bread as well. Sitting at the counter or the bar is always fun, friendly social atmosphere. read more

We came as part of a graduation party. Despite the prefixed menu, they offered my wife the prime rib at no additional cost because she is pregnant. The prime rib was so good that even the leftovers were amazing! read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Vanilla creme brulee (favorite), tiramisu, and molten lava cake. - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

We ate at the bar on Saturday night. Originally we were just going to get a drink, while we waited for our table. But the vibe was so nice and the bartenders so attentive that we stayed. Full menu at the bar. We had two items from the specials menu- the chopped salad and the puttanesca pasta. The chopped salad was great- just a little too vinegary at the end. But overall very good! The hubby got the apple and prosciutto salad- yum! And he got the rigatoni bolognese- always a favorite for us. Dessert was a treat for my birthday celebration and hubs got the bananas foster- to die for! The bartenders were incredible- very kind, always checking in, and they worked the length of the bar well while also making drinks for all the tables. Always a nice time at Paradiso! read more

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We've been to two of Paradiso's wine pairing dinners in their private room, and both were next level. The first time, we attended the Stag's Leap event and didn't know what to expect. We walked in, were welcomed with warm greetings all around, and sat down with a small group of strangers who, by the end of the night, felt like dinner party friends. The wine was flowing. The pours were generous (they topped you off before you could even ask), and the winemakers were there to talk us through each bottle. The food was thoughtfully paired, beautifully presented, and sooo delicious. The chefs came out to talk about their dishes, and you could tell that this team truly cares about their craft. We had such a great experience the first time around that we went back again last night for the Patz & Hall event, and somehow it was even better. The winemaker hosted, shared stories, and made the whole thing feel more personal. And the food blew us away. We ate like royalty. Every pairing hit. Complex flavors, perfect pacing, stunning presentation. We left full, happy, a little (ok a lot) buzzed, and already can't wait for the next event. Also can we talk about the value?? For the quality of food, the amount of wine (seriously, you will not leave thirsty), and the overall experience? It's such a steal! If Paradiso's hosting another dinner, run don't walk. It's the best dinner party in town! read more

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Tried Paradiso for the first time. Loved the neighborhood vibe. Cute area. Nice esthetic inside Modern with a combo of rustic and industrial. The hostess was nice, and the server was nice as well. The specials were listed on a sheet, but the waiter didn't describe them or make any suggestions as to what is most popular. That was disappointing. The calamari appetizer came before the drinks. It was a heavy breading that overpowered the tender calamari, but it was still good. The jumbo shrimp cocktail was fresh and delicious. The celery salad underneath was something I've never had before. The celery was so crisp and mild with no strings and fresh parsley on top tossed in a champagne vinegarette. It was the crunchiest most crisp celery I've ever had. The ice bed underneath must keep it at an almost frozen state. It was delicious. The arancini was very good. Light and delicate and not greasy. The tomatoes underneath were seasoned with a garlic olive oil that was tasty but too strong to eat with the arancini. It wasn't fishy at all and was light and tasty. The drinks were very good. Balanced and nicely done. We didn't get any bread, so there's no rating on that. The ravioli special was not what I was expecting in the least. It was supposed to be a handmade ravioli with asparagus and tomatoes in a lemon browned butter sauce. It arrived as a wet brothy dish with no taste of lemon and definitely no browned butter aspect. It was like a ravioli primavera with bland vegetables. The filling in the ravioli's had little to no flavor. At least it was al dente but really lacked flavor and presentation. The pork chop was a nice thick cut and was moist, but the cippolini onions were non-existent, and it was a bit salty overall. The frutti de mare was the hit of the table. Plentiful ingredients and very tasty. Of all the dishes it was the most worthy of the price. The carrot cake (no picture sorry) was pretty good but not sure it was worth $15. It was moist and the flavors were balanced but the cream cheese frosting was a bit too mellow and we prefer a more rustic chunky carrot cake. The glazed walnuts were a nice touch. Overall, it was a nice dinner with friends. We were sat by the end of the bar away from the door and it was a bit warm compared to the front of the house but still enjoyable. The staff seemed a little thin. We didn't see our waiter much but he was having to clear tables as well as be the waiter of more tables than he probably could be attentive to. For the price of over $100 each, I think we would choose a different restaurant next time. There are so many to choose from in the East Bay that might better deserve that price point. If we went back, we may avoid the pricey entrees and just get drinks and apps. read more

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I have enjoyed both lunch and dinner with friends at Paradiso for years. However, my dinner last night was exceptional. I ordered rack of lamb served with polenta and vegetables. I enjoyed every morsel and did not require a carton to take any food home with me. The lamb was grilled perfectly. The polenta rich and creamy. The vegetables the just right. The service was excellent as well. Attentive, but not a nuisance. The atmosphere has always been good. Just the right amount of lighting to know you're at a fancy restaurant. read more

An enigma. And a never again. Rustic fancy restaurant in mildly seedy San Leandro with prices that eclipse the fine dining found in Palo Alto, Walnut Creek, Danville, or San Francisco, which are our usual destinations. I would say 20-40% more than a comparable establishment. These guys must have been in the airport business! Chicken for $41? Seafood Fettuccine for $49? Pasta Bolognese for $34? Pork for $49? Well the apps and salads are priced in line with other fine dining. We had the mussels. The mussels were tasty but the "broth" was very heavy, something you are going to leave in the bowl. Think refined marinara sauce, not delicious delicate broth you can drink up. Portion size fair. We had the Chicken Piccata. For $34, it was misspelled on the menu, and the sauce/chicken was over-salted. Sub french fries were excellent. Portion size was good. If there's bread pudding on the menu, we always have it. They had it, and we had it, and it was the best ever. Server was wonderful. We sat at the bar which I thought was more refined than the dining room. I would have been captivated by the counter if it was a chef's counter, but its more of a bus station counter. Sigh read more

Let's start with the good - food is fire! Prime rib was tender and the seafood fettuccine had a good amount of seafood in a sauce that was rich and yet light at the same time. The food by itself deserves a 4/5 star review! Unfortunately...much of the rest of the experience left much to be desired. Upon first glance, Paradiso looks like a classy, high(er) end restaurant, but when we were seated I couldn't help but notice that there was smushed food on the ground right next to our table and a bunch of crumbs on the chairs. It was also curious to me that we were sat right next to two other couples in fairly cramped spaces (no private conversations happening here folks) when the restaurant was no where full, but perhaps there's operating restrictions? Cleanliness issued applied to the bathroom as well which is poorly lit and had papers smattered across the ground. Not a deal breaker...just doesn't align with the dining experience one would expect for a dinner that cost well above $100/2 ppl. Perhaps the most upsetting part of our dining experience though was the service....our server was just very, very, very slow. We were assigned an older gentleman that seemed friendly enough and yet it took a good 15 minutes+ to get our orders taken. Then after dinner, it took another 20+ minutes to get our to-go boxes and check (and this is AFTER we had requested the bill and the server had taken our leftovers to pack). My dad was so agitated wondering where our server went that he was ready to march up to the counter when he caught a different server and asked her for help instead. The ladies dining next to us overheard the whole thing (again, no personal space here...) and started talking to us about how long they had been waiting for service as well when we confirmed we were assigned the same staff. It's clear there's an ongoing issue here as the second server that helped us said we should leave comments for management and gave me a knowing look. I took the comment card home thinking the QR code would take me to a survey but it just took me to their website so I guess I'm hoping this reaches the right eyes as the dining experience could have been a 5-star were it not for some of these disappointing details. I'd give it another go for the next special occassion, but I'm really hoping to have a better all-round experience. TBD.... read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Seafood fettuccine - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

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This food was so good! Had the seafood fettuccine and it was fresh and delicious! Generous portions and excellent service! I can't wait to go back! Also had an Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream and Caramel! It was busy in a calm way so ambiance was great. Staff were super attentive read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Seafood Fettuccini! So much Crab and the scallops were huge! - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

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My new favorite Italian restaurant! What a gem in San Leandro. We celebrated our wedding anniversary weekend with a show at BAL Theater and decided to try Paradiso for the first time. I would give this local spot a Michelin Star for service and food! Christen gave the most excellent customer service and Martin came out as the som to provide us excellent recommendation with our meal. MAKE RSVP: Walk ins had options for bar. PARKING: Street parking or lot behind restaurant. SEATING: We got seated in the banquet room and I felt like I was in a fancy hotel restaurant - very modern and elevated. COCKTAILS + WINE: Very impressed with selection. Paper Plane & Old Fashion on point, fruit forward. Had a half bottle for entrees. APP: Best olive bread + sea salt focaccia. We also ordered Venetian Arancini (fried risotto balls). ENTREE: If you like red sauce, Fruitti De Mare Linguini. If you like white sauce, Seafood Fettuccini. I took a bite of my husband's Seafood Fettuccini and will definitely get it next time. DESSERT: Bananas Foster Bread Pudding. DELISH. SERVICE: 10/10. Special shout-out to Christen & Martin for above and beyond for making our anniversary so memorable. read more

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Love to find this gem in my neighborhood. Been wanting to dine here for a very long while and for whatever reason just never had the chance or sometimes forgot about this neighborhood gem. So glad I finally dined here. The place is packed on Thursday evening and I'm not surprised after dining here Food taste, flavoring and portion is good. The owner came to say hello and our waiter was so attentive. Can't wait to visit again. read more

Oh it's pains me to write this.... But we went in for Valentine's day and we did their individual select selection courses and we did get seated pretty late about 915. However it took about 15 minutes for our waitress to come over to us. Which we gladly were patient for we knew they were quite busy. And we've eaten there numerous times so we understand what happens on a Saturday night especially on Valentine's Day. The first course I had the garlic prawns my hubby had the Caesar salad both were delicious but in between the first and the second course we must've waited at least 30 to 35 minutes by the time we got our ravioli course mine at that point was pretty cold. It must've been sitting up there a while and there were at least 10 crab shells in the ravioli itself. They were delicious but again it was cold and there were a ton of shells in the actual ravioli. We waited about another 15 to 20 minutes for the third course which was hot and delicious. My hubby had the filet mignon risotto which looked extremely watery and tasted like it was thrown together last minute with some chopped meat. It just didn't hit the standard of what they normally serve there. We finished our meal with crème brûlée, which wasn't set and was extremely cold on the inside and watery. I'm just really upset that we spent over $400 with drinks tip, etc. and the meal was subpar. I've been to Paradisio about four times in the last four months, including for our engagement party and every time before that we had a little bit of an incident or await or food being cold things like that and during the holidays, I understand it's hard. There's a lot of people going out to dinner people are short staffed so we were very patient but I was just very upset last night that we were there for two hours and were served cold food pretty much the whole night.P read more

Paradiso Restaurant - The cookies were cooked great though - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

A lovely restaurant to enjoy popular Paradiso pasta dishes, specials of the day and other entrees listed on their Saturday brunch menu. Service is attentive. I would consider Paradiso a neighborhood gem. read more

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Such a little gem in San Leandro. The place doesn't look like much during the day but at night when lights are lit with candle on every single table, it gives such a nice and formal ambiance. The restaurant was packed on a weekday evening. Service was great and attentive. The food was pretty good as well. Cioppino was a bit lighter and the seafood was okay. Ribeye was well seasoned. Will definitely come back here again read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Cioppino - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

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We came for Valentine's Day and had a prix fixe dinner for 2 and it was great! Each course was excellent with lots of seafood. The crab & avocado app was a huge pile of fresh avocado and crab. The amuse bouche was a shot of creamy lobster bisque. The crab ravioli was in a super tasty sauce with big raviolis stuffed full of crab chunks. The surf & turf main had a giant 12 oz lobster tail that had just a bit of nice char on it from the brick oven. The steak was a nice little filet though it was more medium than the medium rare that we actually ordered (in fact, the steak was the least good item at dinner!). Dessert was a nice, super light chocolate lava cake with a sugar cookie and vanilla ice cream on the side. We also got a couple cocktails which were super tasty. One was a rum & campari & pineapple drink that had great flavors. The other was a dirty martini with the Roquefort stuffed olives. Both were quite good, though maybe a bit pricer than they should have been. The ambiance was nice, especially for Valentine's Day. Each table got a long stem rose and each person got a complimentary glass of champagne. The service was a bit slow at times, but overall not bad. read more

$444 dollars later , dinner for 3. 2 Cocktails, 3 steaks and 2 apps. they auto added 18%, never heard of that for a party of 3. Gratuity and taxes were $100 alone ... Steaks were way overcooked and ruined. Don't eat here. They have gone down hill and clearly overpriced !!!!!! read more

Fantastic food. I had the king salmon- it was cooked perfectly, the plating was lovely, and the polenta had a wonderful smooth texture and buttery sweet taste. The herbs used were fresh and I really enjoyed the notes of mint alongside it. Additionally, I just came from graduation and still had my accoutrements- they surprised me by delivering a dessert in congratulations! Lastly, I must say that the staff were very pleasant and congenial, the service was quick, and the atmosphere was well arranged! read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Surprise dessert - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

We came here super last minute with a party of 22 and they were so accommodating. Everything was so delicious. We love coming here. Brunch and dinner are both really good. read more

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My cousin recommended this restaurant during our visit and it wasn't a bad choice at all. You do have to make reservations or might have to wait a while. Parking is a bit difficult as since you have to search around the neighborhood. So if you have a big party it might be better to carpool. So we got there right on time and our table was ready. The inside wasn't too fancy. It is an open kitchen where you can see the chefs work their magic. I think because of this concept you could smell the aroma and it made the scenery more homely. Our host and servers were very kind and knowledgeable of the menu. We ordered a pepperoni pizza which was pretty big in size and it was definitely more Italian style where it wasn't thick because of the dough. Ordered a seafood pasta which smelled and tasted delicious and fresh. Also ordered 2 pasta dishes with meat now this was interesting because it came out really spicy. Something I've never experienced in an Italian restaurant. It was flavorful but my cousin could not tolerate the spice level and the staff was able to make her a new one with much less spice. The cocktails were very good too. Ordered an old fashion which tasted pretty normal like how other restaurants make it. But the earl gray martini was unique. Was able to smell and taste the earl gray prominently and while still able to taste the other flavors of citrus and honey. This experience was really good. Definitely recommend it read more

This place lives up to the name! Pretty semi-classy(?) vibes with very attentive host. The service was exceptional and the food was exquisite as well. We ordered the short braised ribs and the seafood fettucine for the two of us and the portions were large enough to fill the both of us. Very good and my favorite were the ribs!! read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Cabernet Braised Short Ribs - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Dropped in for a late dinner. The entire experience was better than I expected. The vibe was classy, low level noise, white table cloth, professional service. The waitstaff put the cloth in my lap when I was started. After reviewing the menu and hearing the special of the day, I knew exactly what I wanted but first I started with an Old Fashion, it was well made. Next for appetizer was the garlic prawns, so good, full of flavors of garlic, herb and butter. Also ordered crab & avocado tower, delicious and fresh. The main meal was the seafood fettuccine, with pieces of scallops, lobster and shrimp. It was a huge portion. This was the goodness. There is a full bar inside also. I was pleasantly surprised. Excellent experience read more

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I have always heard such amazing reviews about Paradiso! I am so happy I dined here last night with one of my close friend. We both decided to order their baked ravioli and seasonal squash ravioli. Oh boy both were so good! I'm still thinking about their squash ravioli. The sauce was tangy, velvety, and just so bomb! Ahhh so happy, I wait to come back soon! Our server Caroline was the sweetest person ever! She provided so many good recs and was on point with her service. When I come back I want Caroline has my server again! Such an amazing experience overall! read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Squash ravioli - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

Cool old school vibe at this restaurant. Excellent service throughout our meal! Drinks were delicious and they have a good wine list. Food was good. Good flavors and generous portions. Had the shrimp appetizer and the ravioli for my main. Solid food, but wasn't completely blown away. Bread was a bit stale. read more

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Ordered the Slow Braised Short Ribs with Cheesy Polenta and Glazed Carrots. The ribs were so tender and wonderfully seasoned. The polenta was delicious as well as the carrots. Nice ambiance and the staff was friendly. read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Slow Braised Short Ribs with Polenta and Glazed Carrots - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California

Late post. It was our first time dining at this restaurant before watching the Barry Manilow's final performance last Friday. It was nice they have a private parking lot on the back of the restaurant. The dining room ambiance was nice. The hostesses were cheerful. Our server Favi (he said it was a Greek name) was nice & with a sense of humor. My friend said his name is short for Fabulous. We all laughed & he said he takes that. There was a pre fixed menu as it was a restaurant week. But we ordered the food from the regular menu. We ordered beers for drinks. Favi recommended the special pizza with peaches & burrata. We got seafood fettuccine, clam chowder soup, eggplant Parmesan to share. Complimentary olive sourdough & rosemary breads were served. The food was so delicious that we ate everything served. When we were eating, Favi told us he will be gone to a meeting for 10 minutes just in case we need him. I asked if he was getting a promotion as a joke. The meeting was in the party room near our table. We heard clapping that looked like there was acknowledgement of employees. That was nice. He kept on checking on us. We did not have a dessert as we wanted to be at the Oakland Arena earlier. All the servers & even the manager were professional & nice. Just a minor glitch, there were food stains on a fork & bowl. The staff replaced them graciously. I recommend this restaurant if you are in the area. read more

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I love coming here and our daughter and son-in-law wanted to take us here for my belated Mother's Day dinner and we found a parking space right in front. We didn't have reservations and luckily on a Monday night, we were able to get a table for 4. We had the fried calamari and the portion was hearty and delicious, then each couple shared a mixed green salad. We ordered the beef shortribs which our son-in-law wolfed down, daughter had the linguine and clams, hubby had the petrale sole which was a bit on the salty side, and I ordered the fruitti de mare which was humongous but unfortunately had a bit too much white pepper. So we took it home and will add more linguine and sauce to dilute the kick to it. For dessert, we shared two scoops of delicious spumoni! Service was very attentive but maybe the petrale and fruitti de mare was a bit off tonight. read more

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The food and ambiance was top notch! Never knew San Leandro had such a great restaurant! I will definitely be back again!

Short Version: Don't come here for Valentine's Day or maybe any other holiday. Why?: 15-20 mins to get seated WITH a reservation, 45-50 minutes between courses in a four course meal. We got dessert to go. Yes, this is with a Prix Fixe menu. Hands down the worst dining experience I've had in a little while, but let's place the blame where it belongs: Management. I'm not sure if you over booked, or understaffed or both. But, as a former restaurant manager: It showed. Maybe it was the second prix fixe menu with too many options. In any case, it resulted in a sub-par experience for my wife, myself and probably numerous other guests there. For those playing a long at home, one of the points of a prix fixe menu for a restaurant is to help keep things in the kitchen predictable, and things coming out at a consistent and predictable pace. This is not what happened that night. Our server was lovely and apologetic, as was the pony-tailed manager who was clearly very much in over his head, and I have no doubt the kitchen was doing its very best. I honestly imagine that kitchen looked like a war-zone, with some of the people there thinking about a new line of work. Management, I implore you to plan better in the future. I'd rather be disappointed with a smaller menu, or a denied reservation, than an hour between courses, a cold prime rib, and a dessert to go. (That, to be fair, was still amazing the next day) While I will never be back for a holiday, I do appreciate that I now have a story to tell my co-workers about how bafflingly bad this dinner was. For your employees and customers, please do better. read more

Hello! If I could give Paradiso 100 stars, I would. Honestly, I had no idea this was such a sweet family owned business when we first dined here. Although we didn't have an amazing first experience, Lee Anne gave me a call and invited us back to make it right! This second time around, we were amazed. It was an absolutely perfect dinner. Every single person on the staff was so friendly and kind, but they were just as great the first time as well. Everyone wished us a happy anniversary for our makeup date and it was just so genuinely kind and wholesome. We were seated in a perfect little spot with a view of the street outside the window. They even gave us a cup of champagne to toast the occasion! Now, the best part - the food. We started with the polpette again because it was amazing the first time. It didn't disappoint, it was equally delicious, if not better, this time! Then we had the braised short ribs and a ribeye for our entree. All I have to say is perfection. Both dishes were so delicious down to the amazing sides. If you can sub for the glazed carrots, do it!! Lastly, we topped it all off with a molten chocolate cake and a chocolate gelato on the side. Seriously so good. That shortbread cookie with the molten chocolate cake was beautifully made, super buttery and not too sweet. We can't wait to be back again to try more of their menu items! read more

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Had a family party of 15 last night - originally requested a "quiet table" for 14 so we were seated in the very back room. Due to some health issues, the grandparents (hence the "quiet table" request!) cancelled at the last minute so we brought some extra teenagers - whom I am sure no server is ever excited to see. Our server, however, (whose name escapes me but she had a long brown ponytail) was beyond gracious and accommodating. She even had to scramble and have an additional place set when an extra kid showed up - but made it happen with a smile. Between our group, we ordered a good portion of the menu (pizzas, salads, petrale sole, chicken. pork chops, muscles...etc.) and the food was delicious all the way around. Lots of empty plates going back to the kitchen. We have been going to Paradiso since it opened and I can unequivocally say it has never been better. Thank you to our server, the kitchen staff, hosts, bartenders and the entire Paradiso team. We are grateful to have had such a lovely evening and will remember it for years to come! read more

Never disappoints! Wonderful staff and cooks. Fried calamari were light, tender and crispy. Pizza and Wagyu sliders excellent. No room for dessert. Paradiso always our special occasion even more special read more

We walked in on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch and there was lots of seating available. Came here for a girls lunch. The attentive staff was great and quick to correct any mishaps or mistakes--it was an issue with our final bill. The food was okay. I ordered a ravioli dish from their lunch specials. There was supposed to be mushrooms in it but they were out of stock so they used arugula instead which was not a good choice at all. The arugula was stir fried in??? and had a very bitter taste. The clam chowder was OUTSTANDING and the other dishes--Calamari and roasted Brussel sprouts and a crab&avocado dish were good. The restroom was clean and moody with low lighting. I'm told this place is a darling in the neighborhood. Maybe it was an off day because I'm not keen on coming back but may give it a second chance. I thought the food was too pricey for what I experienced. read more

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Service! Ours was disgusting! And all the manager said on my review was THANKS FOR COMING!!! Unbelievable! It has been awhile but never looked at her response till just tonight! NEVER EVER COMING BACK! $500 later they did not give a darn, being disabled, I was made to stand for a long time! Would not let me sit in a chair available! I should have contacted the ADA! They deleted my husband's review!!!! He got horrible food poisoning!!! You should be ashamed of yourselves! Are you going to delete this as well? Do and you will be sorry! Thanks for your disgusting service! read more

Food was great.. nice ambience. It was packed on a Friday evening and basically reservations only!

Food: 5/5 Exceptional food. I can't resist the seafood fettuccine. Is loaded with seafood. There's crab, lobster, prawns and scallops. Can it get any better than this?? I think not! Service 5/5 I've been coming to Paradiso since 1999. Service has always been a great experience. The servers know the menu and have their personal favorites. Ambiance 5/5 I'd consider the setting mid upscale. Dimly lit. Two seating rooms, each with a bar to order drinks. The restroom is usually clean with nice decor. read more

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No, you don't have to go to the city for an excellent meal, as I found out by going to Paradiso recently with my husband. The food was absolutely delicious- clam chowder, brussels sprouts, chicken picatta and seafood fettuccini. Finished with a seasonal made on site desert, pumpkin flan. Everything was fresh and not one complaint. Highly recommend! I would take off a half star as service was a little slow and it was cold inside. The server asked for our appetizer order without asking for our entree order. So we had to wait for the appetizers to come out and finish; then wait to order our entrees and wait for that. Not a major deal, the great food made up for it. Definitely going back! read more

If I still had monthly meetings in San Leandro I would be a regular here. The food is great. The room is comfortable. Alas, I don't go to these meetings, now they are on Zoom. Dining here takes more planning. If you go I would advise that you make a reservation, it can get quite busy. As a side note parking is mostly in the surrounding neighborhood. In the past when I went with my sweetie we would order, Caesar salad, calamari, and cioppino. The portions were generous enough for us to share. I would love to order this meal again, however, it is too much for me to eat alone and these wonderful dishes don't taste as good to me the next day. I met my friend Pat for lunch recently. We shared the Caesar salad. We ordered different mains. I had Chicken Paradiso. I was hesitant to order this because it seems chicken breasts are usually overcooked. The dish consists of a breast, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, basil cream sauce, mashed potatoes, and vegetables, just like everything I have ordered here the serving was generous. When I return, it will be difficult to decide whether to have this chicken dish or the cioppino. I will order the salad The cocktails were tasty. read more

Paradiso Restaurant - Chicken Paradiso, Garlic mashed potatoes, and vegetables - Italian Near Me - San Leandro, California