What a fantastic night, ten of us went here for a friends birthday meal and we were not…read moredisappointed. The food was amazing, the portions were big, the staff were friendly, nothing was too much trouble for them. We all agreed we would be back in the very near future! Thank you for an excellent night!

On the whole this restaurant is very good. The surroundings are pleasant, the staff were…read morehelpful, and the food was without fault. It offers standard Italian fare with the addition of some British dishes, and the prices are reasonable. I would certainly eat there again.

I went here with a large group the other night, and the staff were gracious about letting us add…read moretwo extra people to our booking, even though it meant moving nearly every table in the place. The food was very nice, particularly the seafood dishes. However, we were all a little confused when the lights went out halfway through our meal. A fuse had apparently blown, but the waiters said it happened all the time, and left us to eat the rest of our meal by the light of a single candle. I like a bit of atmosphere as much as the next person, but I do like to be able to at least see my plate, if not exactly what's on it. Bottom line, however, is that this is good food at reasonable prices and I would definitely go back.

I had avoided Bistro Italiano like the plague because of the mass of bad Italian in Durham. I…read morefigured it was just like the rest of them. Had the opportunity to go the other night with a large party and I have to say that it exceeded my expectations. I ordered gnocchi which can sometimes not go too well. They did it perfectly, really very good. Everyone else seemed very happy with their meals and it all looked very good and at a reasonable price for the quality. Service was a bit spotty, but it was a very large group so its understandable. Will return!

Not a gourmet place BUT family friendly, enormous portions of good food, generous drinks. We each…read moreordered a starter-- mmi rdered bread and olives which consisted of a few pieces of ordinary toasted white bread, huge container of olives, and an olive pate. Partner had a "caesar salad", which also was quite large, consisted of chicken ham, whole anchovies, over greens with a mayonnaise dressing on the side (which didn't add much). For mains we had eggplant over spaghetti, and pasta arrabiata-- both of which were quite large and quite flavorful. We then shared toffee cake and ice cream which resulted in an uncomfortable waddle home. Oh yes-- my prosecco and raspberry liqueur drink was large as well. Worth the money--especially if you don't over order like we did.

La Piazza is a nice restaurant in a nice location, with reasonably good service…read more Having dined here several times since it first opened, I would say that broadly the food is somewhere between 3 and 4 stars. In short, perfectly fine, but not spectacular. I have personally had pizza here twice, and both times have found it dry and considerably lacking in both tomato and cheese - and therefore taste. The best item on the menu used to be a vegetarian goulash, though sadly this was taken off at some point last year.

Really delicious Italian food. Service very friendly and helpful. Beware the really filling…read morechestnut chocolate mousse! Best local ice cream too.

I just walked in to get a pizza to go, and a pint while I wait, and wow!!!! Great service!!! Great…read moreGuinness! Great prices!!!! Super friendly!!!! And the pizza arrived before I finished my pint!!!! Can't say enough about this place!!! If I weren't leaving in the AM, I'd become a regular!!! Gem in the rough! Soundtrack is also awesome!!! Everyone wants Neil diamond, pizza, and beer!

Food seems good most of the time but waiting times between ordering food / drink and serving is…read morerather hit and miss.

This has got to be the best restaurant in Darlington. Have…read morebeen going for over 15 years & never had a bad meal yet. Good choice of starters & mains as well as the specials board. Good service, great atmosphere, always a pleasure dining at Sardis. The 2 owners, Salvatore and Francesco, are running a superb restaurant.

A favourite of ours. The menu is always changing, the specials are just that - special. I'm happy…read moreto recommend this restaurant,

Excellent food and service. Quaint and welcoming restaurant in Penrith. Everything was delicious…read morefrom the rocket salad with Parmesan shavings to the spaghetti ai frutti di mare, to the fresh pizza. Great find!

You walk through the arch on the bust street and you are engulfed by the relaxing and warm…read moreatmosphere of a typical truly italian pizzeria. the plants in the outside patio drag you into what you think is a small italian house and when you ascend the steps up into the restraunt itself you are no loger in a small english market town. but instead in one of the finest pizzerias in italy. this small restraunt can cater for all ages as they serve up some of the best pizzas in penrith. if you are in penrith and in need of a pizza. you could always stop at the take away down the road. but if I were you. I would make the effort to step into the italian wonderland that is Gianni's Pizzeria

A really nice, pleasant dining experience. Great food & atmosphere in a quaint & authentic Italian…read moresetting. The food was deliciously fresh. My starter of Mussels in Spicy Tomato sauce was lush with just the right ratio of onions to spice and a really good portion of Mussels. Main course size, in fact. My main of stuffed Rabbit saddle, Wood Pigeon breast & Italian sausage on Polenta & gravy was cooked to perfection, really nice with good, strong flavours. And once again a really decent helping. The espresso & Amaretto topped ice cream was a great finish too. Our waitress (the owner, I think) was a mature, welcoming lady who was nice to speak with and knowledgeable about the menu. We used our Hi-ife card and would return anytime we're up that way. Bob On!

I have been to Eliano's Brasseria a few times now and each time I go I am satisfied with both the…read morefood and the high level of customer service that I receive. Although the inside of the building is not the classiest or even most chic decorated I have ever seen there is still a nice feeling of a warming atmosphere. We wee seated almost immediately and out drinks arrive several minutes after, at times it does get quite busy so if you are in a party I would strongly recommend booking a table otherwise you might be stood waiting for a while. Many other restaurants that I have been to don't offer authentic Italian food, I ordered the lasagne and I absolutely loved it and if I go again I'm certain this is what I will order. Surprisingly the food is quite reasonably priced. Definitely another one to visit

The name conjures images of simple delicious rustic Italian food served at affordable prices. The…read morereality does not really uphold this image but is not terrible either! We visited during the Xmas to New Year respite looking for something tasty and filling on a cold day. The lunch menu had all the usual pastas and pizzas offered with starter for £7.99 ($10). We chose the tomato soup and mushrooms in garlic. My soup was pretty disappointing, thin and bitter tasting but mushrooms were good. I chose a bolognese sauce for pasta, while others in party had pasta arrabiata, pepperoni pizza and chicken Kiev. Unfortunately the pasta sauces were not good, my Bolognese looked great but had little taste. The Arrabiata lacked depth of flavor also other than being doused in chili powder and in both cases the pasta was over-cooked and did not taste freshly made. However chicken was good and the chunky chips were the best part. Pizza was bare and devoid of toppings but dough was good. Decor is a little quirky and looks like an attempt to hang an Italian farmhouse skin on a British pub skeleton. However, the reason I give it 3 stars is that it's the type of cost effective, kid friendly place that serves a need, just not mine!

From the owner: A moderno twist on authentic Italian Cuisine. Traditionally…read moreItalian in origin, with a new generation contemporary feel at the former Clarence Villa pub. Just like mama used to make, but in the 21st century. Enjoy the aroma and taste of Italy with authentic pastas, pizzas and main dishes providing you with an unrivalled dining experience at the Italian Farmhouse Coxhoe. At the Italian Farmhouse Coxhoe we're not just about authentic Italian cuisine. We are also home to a traditional pub with it's own bar food menu, real ale selection, live music and pub quiz. A less formal alternative for a drink and bite to eat!