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    The Great Impasta

    4.1 (339 reviews)
    Closed 11:15 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE GREAT IMPASTA ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Bambi F.

    We were looking for a place to eat in Livery and ended up here. The restaurant is small and unassuming, but don't let that fool you. They make their own pasta, sauces, and bread in-house, which really shows in the quality of the food. I also liked that they offer some of their items frozen to take home. Service was friendly and attentive. Definitely a solid find

    Garlic Cheese Bread
    J Christian E.

    Great place and wonderful portions. The inside is very homey and the service is wonderful. I got myself garlic cheese bread, a drink the cashier recommended, and potato gnocchi with pink Alfredo sauce The garlic cheese bread is delicious and pairing with the gnocchi had my stomach happy. I liked the gnocchi, it was like eating savory butter with a good sauce. No complaints here, definitely coming back to try other sauces.

    Chicken Fettucini Alfredo, Spicy Prawns Mexicana
    Jessica D.

    I'm a pasta lover. A savory sauce paired with perfectly al dente pasta is a dream. I read through a ton of fantastic reviews for the Great Impasta, but was unfortunately disappointed. We came for a late lunch and sat outside with our dog. It's a super casual spot, so order at the cashier and they'll bring out your food. Each pasta dish was around $27- while the portion was sizeable, the price was pretty high for such a casual shop. The pasta itself had a great bite, but the flavors were just all over the place. The Alfredo was so bland that I wish I added salt. And the Mexicana pasta was loaded with Tabasco, so that's all it tasted like. Perhaps other flavors would have been a better hit, but neither of these tasted worth it for the price.

    Italian Sausage Sandwich with Pasta Salad
    Dexter D.

    The Princess has just gotten a bath and we needed to re-energize. Looking for an open restaurant on a Sunday afternoon that offered outdoor seating, we found The Great Impasta on Yelp. Just the name alone tickled my fancy. We looked over the online menu and didn't like the layout but when we checked the location, we were so close, we decided to drive by and take a look. Online, we found the "Build Your Own" a bit confusing. Looking at their paper menu, it was much easier to understand. We sat outside at the back end of the tables because there was a young woman with three dogs sitting at the table at the front end. She was only sitting to use her cell phone, but we were already settled when she left so we didn't move. My partner went inside to get a paper menu and then to place our orders and pay. She came out with our drinks. A server came out later with set-ups and my bread and butter. He later returned with our entrees as well. I ordered the Seafood Plate with Prawns and Scallops in a sherry cream sauce, substituting Linguine for the Fettucine. It was absolutely delicious, better than I've received in some "fancier" restaurants. The Prawns were cooked perfectly. The Scallops were okay but would have been better if they had been pan seared first. The two slices of bread were warm, but the whipped butter came straight from a refrigerator and was hard. She enjoyed her Italian Sausage Sandwich and Pasta Salad. The salad ingredients were fresh, chilled and tangy. The garlicky marinara sauce combined with the sausage softened the bread to make for a wonderful blend of textures and flavor. We will definitely come here again when in the area.

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    Ahmad F.

    Very tasty pasta. Great service. Cozy ambiance on the inside, open on the outside. Located in the heart of town. Plenty of parking. Very reasonable prices. We come here often.

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    Although the restaurant's ambiance isn't luxurious, the quality of the food and service makes it deserving of all five stars.

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    Fabulous food !!! Very convenient for take out. New ownership has made this restaurant The Great Impasta.

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    Food was great! Will be back again for sure !! Large portions and located ina beautiful little shopping center

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    Best Experience I've Ever Had at a Restaurant…read more Today is one of the most important days of my life--I got married. I chose to celebrate this special moment with my wife and my daughter at Melo's in Walnut Creek, and I will never forget how they treated us. From the moment we walked in, the staff went above and beyond. The service was not just professional--it was genuinely kind, warm, and full of heart. They made us feel like family. What truly touched me is that they refused to charge us for our meal. In a world where everything is business, this level of generosity and humanity is rare. It wasn't just about the food (which was amazing, by the way), it was about the way they made us feel on a day that means everything to me. To the entire team at Melo's: thank you for making our wedding day even more special. You didn't just serve us food--you gave us a memory we will carry for the rest of our lives. If you're thinking about where to eat in Walnut Creek, don't think twice. This place is not just a restaurant--it's a place with heart.

    For family friendly Italian food, Melo's Italian Table is such a great spot :)…read more It can get a little cramped when it's busy, but honestly that kind of adds to the lively family dinner energy. The atmosphere feels warm, fun, and full of people having a really good meal together. Everything we've had has been absolutely delicious! My go to is always the lasagna!! Rich, comforting, flavorful, and exactly what you want Italian comfort food to taste like. My daughter absolutely loves the pizza... and honestly, so do I lol! The crust, the cheese, the flavors... so good!! :P This is the kind of place where the table gets quiet for a few minutes because everyone's too busy happily eating. Sauce on the plates, pizza crumbs everywhere, happy kid energy, and zero regrets ordering extra food. Nomnomnomnomnomnomnomnomnom!!!!

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    Domenico's Delicatessen & Cafe

    4.1(761 reviews)
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    Family-owned & operated
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    Awesome sandwiches! So glad they're in Pleasanton now I've been a fan since the Danville location…read morefor decades! It's all good! I tried their pick up option online so I could order and pay without waiting. The app even tells when your order is ready. I decided to build my own sandwich and ordered a roast beef and turkey sandwich on Dutch crunch with everything. Picked it up to a friendly greeting and smiles from all of the staff. Took it home to eat and wow this was a huge sandwich and full of ingredients. Unfortunately I noticed quickly it was all turkey and no roast beef. They forgot my meat. I sure hope they get it right next time. I should say that even without my roast beef this was an incredible tasty sandwich. Every bite got better and better. I honestly can say I haven't had a deli sandwich as good as this in a very long time. Probably the best Dutch crunch roll ever and so soft with the perfect amount of crunch and sweetness on top. This sandwich was pure heaven and so big but I was hungry and wanted to go right back for another. Still one of the best sandwiches in the Bay Area and I'm so glad there finally in my hometown of Pleasanton. I'll be back soon and very often I guarantee! It's a must try if you're in the area or even if it's a bit of a drive. Tell em Scotty sent you.

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    What a lovely shop! A friend of mine told me about a "vinegar tasting" store and was like, "Why…read morewould I want to taste vinegar." But now I totally get it! The shop ladies were so super friendly and kind. They said we could try any of the balsamic vinegar flavors mixed with sparking water if we wanted to. (But I thought these were only for salads? So wrong of me!) They have a glass jug with the sample flavor of the day already mixed with water. That was the first one I tried: Cranberry Pear. Ooh!!! It was so delicious. Not what I thought it would be. It tasted like a soda without all the sugars. It was actually quite refreshing and delightful. I asked what their top 3 flavors were: - Cranberry Pear - Peach - Sicilian Lemon I decided to try Peach. She added sparking water to it. Omg! That was even more delicious. I'm pretty sure any of these flavors will be a hit. Different flavored vinegars and olive oils adorned the walls! Each flavor has a sign with its name, what they are best used for, and what they are best paired with. I wish I could try them all but I can save that for another visit. They also sell pastas, tea towels, little bowls, and other cute things to go with their products. Also found out that Maison Benoit uses their products at their bakery. Love local businesses supporting each other!

    This place is awesome! We were gifted a set of balsamic vinegar and olive oil from this store…read more Since it was gift, we had never been inside the store. I looked up the store address and went to get additional bottles because we loved them so much. When I got to the store, I was amazed by all the selections and the incredible flavors. Jenn was very helpful as I tried to narrow down my interests. I went to the store intending to get two bottles - and I left with 6! I wanted so many more but convinced myself to enjoy the 6 bottles and then return soon and try more. This place is a treasure chest. I've lived here for years and had no idea it existed. Now, it's my favorite store in the tri-valley. And it's the perfect place to buy gifts.

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