The food was lovely, nice and and soft I got the lasagna and it was amazing! Staff are okay, no thank you or no problem, if you ask for something they just walk of and bring it you and then walk back off with no words to be said. Now, the food took about 15-20 minutes to come but it does get pretty busy sometimes I waited around an hour one time.. staff are just rude. It's normally not busy till around 8pm and it's pretty quiet normaly! Here is pictures of the food! small portions tho. read more

I've lived literally 5 minutes from here for 24 years but never been! Now this would be fine if it was crap, but it's actually really really good and I've never heard a bad word about it! I'll start off by addressing why its only getting 4 stars not 5 if it was so good: well, they don't have wifi and it's impossible to get a signal up there - ok maybe that's poor form from me but I am unfortunately one of those annoying people that lives on his phone and like it or not I'm going to judge places based on whether they make that easier or harder for me! Now onto the good stuff - the food! Myself and my girlfriend both went for Pizzas; me being plain jane having the Margherita, the missus option for one with Gorgonzola Cheese and Ham. The Pizza's are stonebaked so you get a wonderful flavour to the base and the toppings were equally as enjoyable! An ample helping of cheese but not enough to over power the basic and mild flavours you expect with a cheese & tomato pizza! For dessert we shared a chocolate brownie (aka I had a chocolate brownie and my girlfriend got to take 1 very small bite) and it was really tasty - well accompanied with some vanilla ice cream. A nice bottle of Australian Chardonnay topped of a very enjoyable meal in a lovely countryside setting. A great local favourite finally enjoyed! read more

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Swanky Italian joint; service is swift in here, but doesn't compromise on quality, irrespective of how busy it gets. The kind of place that is great for when you're in duos or large groups. Every waitress and waiter is good looking, without exception, so this place is pleasing on the eye as well as the gut. The house wines aren't bad and the dishes come in huge portions - a rarity in a place this trendy. Deliciously fresh food and enticingly sophisticated. Prepare to be impressed. read more

San Marino - Italian Near Me - Bolton, XGM

I really should give 4 stars because overall it deserves them: the location is great with fantastic views at the back, the building inside has been well decorated, it has a good feel to it and even though it can cater for many covers the layout with side rooms and alcoves means you get a smaller more cosy feel. The bar area is good with high and low seating options and takes advantage of the views, opening out onto a decked area for alfresco dining. The place has a real buzz. Staff are friendly and efficient and the owner makes sure you are catered for. So what is stopping me giving it 4 stars? The food! I had chicken souvlaki served with lemon rice and the chicken was rather bland, not what I was expecting. The brownie dessert kind of made up for my disappointment with the chicken. I will definitely go back in the hope that I can improve my score to the 4 stars I feel it deserves. read more

San Marino - Great views at the back. - Italian Near Me - Bolton, XGM

I've lived around here all my life and it's probably the best option around the area! I must say its not the best place ever but does the job! The food is good but not amazing and the staff are pleasant but not too assertive. The menu is a lot to take in, there is far too much choice on the menu which makes you doubt what you really want! I had the steak. A good go to meal and it was nice, cooked well but the side was bland and plain. The veg over cooked and soggy, much like something from a buffet cart! I enjoyed my 3 course meal but I didn't enjoy seeing the bill afterwards and it left me a gasp! read more

Established itself as one of Boltons best Restaurants over the years and that shows no signs of stopping. Friendly, knowledgeable staff who make you feel right at home. The 3 courses for £15 on a Sunday is a steal !! read more

A popular Italian selling Greek and Spanish dishes too, there is plenty to choose from. It is situated on the edge of the country side on the out skirts of bolton. San marinos has always had a warm and friendly atmosphere. The restaurant also caters for weddings and birthdays. I would recommend booking even on a week day. One negative because of popular demand on a busy day they can be pushy to get you in and out, it's not always pleasant when you've gone for a relaxing meal. read more

It is a rare occasion that I get Mr. Snarky's company on a Sunday evening, so understandably I forgot to plan something for Sunday evening dinner. After he takes off for the south, I usually just have some leftovers (if there are any) or toast and tea... I know. At least it isn't pot noodles. Anyway, Mr. Snarky asked what was for dinner and I looked at him quizzically. I thought we would end up walking down the road to one of the restaurants nearby, but instead he started looking up restaurants a bit further afar. One of the restaurants he chose was going to be about 30 minutes away, but then I remembered we have passed a number of restaurants on our adventures around Bolton, and the only name I could remember was San Marino. He looked it up and it was only 15 minutes away and offered a nice Mediterranean menu... emphasis on Italian. So off we went. The sun was starting to set so the drive into the hills on the outskirts of Bolton was quite stunning. And San Marino has a beautiful view on a hill... if the temperature is right. Sadly it was a bit chilly outside so we couldn't make use of the outdoor seating, but I have a feeling at the peak of summer it would be lovely! There were a lot of cars in the parking lot and I hadn't really expected it to be so busy! As we walked in, we could see a man playing a keyboard in the entry way. Definitely wasn't expecting that! We were warmly greeted and even though they were fairly busy and we hadn't booked, we were seated immediately. I really like the decor... rustic wood tables, stone floors, twinkle lights to set the mood... really intimate and romantic! Seriously guys, a great place to take your date... even Mr. Snarky said that. However, they are family friendly as there were a number of children about. The staff are quite keen as we were asked about three times after sitting, by three different staff for our drinks order. The menu does actually offer a number of Mediterranean options... from a couple of Greek dishes to Paella, but with a focus on Italian food. I think there is a nice variety, but not overwhelming. We ordered some Foccacia to start with and I went with the Risotto Tartufo, while Mr. Snarky went with the Paella Espana. Our Foccacia came out quite quickly, but it was a bit confusing because it looked more like the flatbreads that were listed underneath it. I guess I had been thinking we would get Foccacia bread rather than the thin Foccacia you might get in Liguria. Regardless, it was nice to munch on before dinner. A couple of pizzas went by and they looked quite nice... and quite large! I also saw an ice cream sundae and Sticky Toffee Pudding go by as well... so I may have been thinking about dessert before even starting on dinner. My risotto came out with lots of lovely shaved Pecorino, exactly how I was hoping it would. Mr. Snarky's Paella came in a metal bowl on a wood plank, another bowl to put shells in, an extra spoon, and a wet wipe. And yes, he used all of the extras that came along with his dish :). My risotto was really lovely, just could have used a pinch of salt. However, it was packed with large bits of chicken and mushrooms. I haven't had a risotto in awhile, so this one really hit the spot. Mr. Snarky's Paella looked a bit more like a Seafood Stew with a bit of rice, hence the spoon, but it was really chocked full of seafood. Mussels and clams still in their shells, two massive prawns (still in the shells, hence the wet wipe), some chicken, and some chorizo. I had a bite and while I'm not usually a fan of Paella, I did quite like this one. We ate every bite... and enjoyed every bite! Even though we were a bit on the full side, we decided to have a look at the dessert menu and I decided I really wanted to try the Torta della Nonna. Mr. Snarky decided to go with the chocolate brownie. It was a bit of a surprise as I thought he was going to choose the Baked Raspberry Cheesecake. While the piano music was nice, sometimes it did get a bit loud, but if it could be a bit softer, I think it would be perfect! Our desserts looked lovely and mine was warm and perfect with a side of cold ice cream. If you like a custard tart or a custard slice, then you will love the Torta della Nonna. The best way I can describe it is a custard pie. It isn't overly sweet, but it does have a richness about it. Mr. Snarky's Brownie looked nice, but it wasn't anything special, although I think if they had asked him if he wanted it warm or cold and had warmed up the brownie (that would have been Mr. Snarky's choice), I think it would have made it a bit better... a bit more luxurious. Overall, we really enjoyed it. The food is delicious and really affordable. Sure there are some dishes that are on the expensive side, but many of the pastas and pizzas are under £10 which make it quite nice for families. The setting is lovely and it isn't very difficult to get to. A great little gem just outside of Bolton. read more

This restaurant is in a beautiful setting. It is on Belmont Road and overlooks some stunning scenery. Particularly lovely in summer when you can eat outside. The bar area where you sit whist waiting for your table is very stylish.The mediteranean food is beautiful and varied.The only thing that disappoints me is that the service has been consistently slow everytime we have visited. read more

San marino is such a lovely place to eat. It would be very romantic for couples as you can sit by the window to dime whilst looking out at the countryside. I came in here last year with my mum and the atmosphere in here was so chilled and relaxed. I thought it was expensive in here but my mum paid so I wasn't complaining! The staff are really nice and polite in here and the food is great. The menu is full of variety as well. This place is absolutely gorgeous in side and I will defiantly come in here again maybe when I get a boyfriend! LOL! read more

Fantastic location, fantastic food, good wine. Never had a bad experience, will be going back again and again!

This place is beautiful, no matter what time you go, set in the hills. The food is exceptional italian/mediteranian. It is great for a romantic evening and also great out with your mates. The menu is quite pricey but believe me it is worth it. The waiters are very polite and provide an excellent service. They are also very clued up on what wines complement different dishes. Later on it is great to sit in bar and relax. Well wort the money. read more

Poor service. Booked table for 8.30 and got seated at 9.30 after asking several times when can we be seated. Food came quickly although my wife was served the wrong starter. The waiter came back a few minutes after we had started to give her the starter that she had ordered. The table at the side of us were complaining of food being served on cold plates and going cold whilst waiting for their veg to arrive. The place was very busy considering it's location. I won't be going back in a hurry. read more

Showed to table straight away. Good start. Nice decor,split on two levels with fantastic views.Unfortunately it went downhill from there! Not many in so you would expect excelllent service. I ordered Bruchetta to start(nearly £4) only given one small piece with a small salad on the side( I wanted Bruchetta not salad)!! Starters was Meatballs which were either rock solid or burnt!! Main course was Rib eyed steak which was so fatty most of it was left on the plate. I asked for a new knife and fork for the meatballs and had to watch the waitress then hawking them around other tables before I got them(no communication?)! When asked for new drinks, the old empty glasses were not removed. Needless to say we informed the waiter when asked the inevitable question"Everything all right with your meal?" Not given a reduction on price or any incentive to return which by reading this you already know the answer! Don't bother,there are lots better premises to frequent. read more