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    3.6 (256 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Quiet
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    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Veal Vitello con Prosciutto
    Mike C.

    Celebrated with my girlfriend's family at this location on Sunday and this beautifully decorated restaurant exceeded my expectations. A fine dining romantic vibe with multiple specials offered to further complicate your selection process as the menu options were nothing to shake a stick at either. I narrowed my final options being that between the homemade lobster, scallop, salmon, shrimp raviolis, the orange roughly with crabmeat, and the veal con prosciutto. Ultimately, I landed on the veal con prosciutto and this dish did not disappoint. The veal absolutely melted in your mouth. They used a fontina cheese and prosciutto to top it off. The girlfriend went with the tuna that was lightly blackened and we both agreed was sushi grade tuna that was some of the best tuna we ever had. We brought in two bottles of wine and surprisingly were not charged a corking fee as they have their own bar. My opinion is depending on who serves you, you may incur a corking fee. I did not plan on having desert but the offerings for dessert included a peanut butter cheesecake and by God this was marvelous. I split this with my girlfriend's father, so I did not have to feel too guilty by ingulfing the whole thing. This restaurant is known for some homemade pasta dishes but with the multitude of fish options and other dishes it's hard for me to choose the pasta as my main. I see myself coming back here with a large party so we can all share a bite of each other's meals. Will report back after my next visit. As always people SYOY!!!

    Baked Branzino
    Arthur N.

    Tucked away in an office complex set back a distance from Skippack Pike, Ristorante Castello might easily be passed by without notice. The only hint of its presence, a wisp of blue & white awning... In my capacity as a professional "hired belly," however, I've discovered that hard-to-find restaurants are usually well worth finding - and Ristorante Castello appears to be no exception. Stop by for a quiet weekend lunch in a nearly empty dining room, and you'll think the place hadn't been found at all... On the other hand, drop in on a free-for-all Saturday night, as our party of six did recently (the former Fine Arts bowling team and their significant others), and you'll get a much clearer picture. The night of our visit, the place was, quite literally, packed to the gills. And the reason for its popularity quickly becomes clear: The northern Italian cuisine is carefully prepared and nicely presented; the prices, while not inexpensive, are certainly reasonable given the quality of the food; and the service, even in the midst of such mayhem, acquits itself with suitable distinction. In addition, patrons may tote along a vintage(s) of their own choosing, which certainly puts a less significant dent in one's pocketbook. To start things off, diners encounter a host of seafood suspects - mussels/clams/calamari fra diavolo, oysters Rockefeller & Blue Point - as well as salads of spinach, Caesar and caprese. In this case, though, I think I'd opt for the more traditional Italian preludes... bruschetta, for instance. The restaurant's homemade bread is grilled, then brushed with olive oil and topped with fresh roma tomatoes, basil & olive oil. This is a relatively simple dish, a no-brainer, if you will... but a lot can still go wrong. Insufficient seasoning is a major culprit. Or if prepared too soon, the entire enterprise can degenerate into a soggy mess. On the other hand, if the bread is a bit too crisp & crunchy, it could crumble into oblivion at the very first bite and send a shower of diced tomatoes, et al., cascading into your unsuspecting lap. Fortunately, Castello's benchmark rendition prompts no such worries. The Carpaccio di manzo is another sure winner. This is a typical Italian dish consisting of beautifully arranged raw, wafer-thin slices of filet mignon. It was invented and popularized by Giuseppe Cipriani, founder of Harry's Bar in Venice, and named after Venetian painter Vittore Carpaccio. The beef is served with olive oil, lemon and, in this case, garnished with basil leaves and shaved parmesan cheese. If you are incurably carnivorous, this is a marvelously tasty starter. La parmigiana - layers of Italian eggplant and fresh tomato sauce topped with fresh mozzarella and finished in the oven - is basically a fancy name for mini eggplant parm. It wasn't the greatest variation on this Neapolitan theme I've ever tasted, but still quite good... and a very comforting starter on a cold winter's night. Ristorante Castello's pastas, which are available in both appetizer and entrée portions, are also worthy of consideration. Possibilities run the gamut... from penne pomodoro with red, pink, or vodka sauce to homemade potato gnocchi with gorgonzola to farfalle with diced salmon to ravioli stuffed with either vegetables or a combo of lobster, shrimp & scallops in vodka sauce. Two dishes, sampled during that aforementioned quiet weekend lunch, however, were particularly enjoyable. The first was an excellent fettuccini Bolognese, eggless pasta smothered in a rich meat & tomato sauce infused with a touch of cream. But even better, in my opinion, was the Linguini Siciliano. Perfectly cooked al dente pasta was tossed with a winning combo of sautéed sliced mushrooms and crumbles of grilled sausage kissed by garlic and splashes of olive oil. From what I've noted in several visits, when it comes to dinner entrées , the kitchen's daily specials - both pesce and carne - are clearly the way to go here. And the accompaniments of luscious au gratin potatoes and mixed vegetable medley are an added bonus. The Dover sole, served up with a traditional caper lemon-butter sauce was good but not exceptional. I much preferred the baked branzino, also known as Mediterranean sea bass (pictured). The flesh was firm yet incredibly moist and bursting with flavor. This dish is a winner in every respect and reason enough for a return visit. For confirmed carnivores, the sumptuous veal chop, another daily special, is something of a must. Incredibly tender, perfectly seasoned, and completely free of excess fat and/or gristle, this presentation was clearly a table favorite. To my way of thinking, veal is the acid test for Italian kitchens... and Ristorante Castello clearly passes with flying colors. Desserts, if you still have room, vary daily and are well worth considering. And be sure to wash them down with a shot of rich & potent espresso.

    Main dining room
    Kate F.

    My husband and I dined at the old Ristorante Castello about 10 years ago, so I was shocked to see the gorgeous update in the new space. The decor is modern and calming, as well as being nice and open. They have a beautiful outdoor area as well, and a bar that opens to the indoor and outdoor spaces. On a warm night this would be a perfect spot! There was live music in the bar area, which did make the whole restaurant very loud. We were told it was not a busy night, even though the restaurant was crowded, so I can't imagine it on a busy night. Our waiter was clearly experienced, knew the menu well, and was able to make good recommendations. He did get confused when dropping off our packaged leftovers, and was very apologetic. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time and the courses were well paced. The food was excellent. The last time we were here I remember thinking it was one of those spots old people come to, where the food is just ok, but they have been coming forever. Last nite the food was excellent. The portions were generous, everything was well cooked, and the menu had a great variety. The may be the best gnocchi I've ever had, and the calamari was probably in the top 3 of all time I would absolutely dine here again Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Service: 4/5

    Francesca L.

    We started off with Paper Planes (Bourbon, Amaro, Aperol, Lemon) at the bar. For dinner, carpaccio to start, followed by a rib eye and lamb chops with a great Montepulciano. A lovely dinner!

    Christina D.

    This restaurant is absolutely gorgeous! Comfortable, elegant, and tastefully decorated for the holidays, our Christmas Eve dinner was delightful. We made reservations for a table, but opted to dine at the bar instead. I think that was a smart choice because with two dinner seatings, I think we may have felt rushed. But, not at the bar! They offered a special Christmas Eve menu and while limited, the options and price points varied so there was something for everyone. Began with a cocktail (blackberry bourbon) and the caesar salad, then the bartender paired my spicy crab pasta dish with the montepulciano. Perfect pairing. Generous chunks of fresh crab and the pasta was light and delicious. Finished with a peanut butter and chocolate cheesecake. Overall, a delightful evening. Cheers!

    Veal Picatta
    Kathleen W.

    We had the best dinner last night ! Best staff (Josephine is the best)! Great drinks great food and great music!

    We went for dinner on Valentine's Day and it was a delight! The menu was lovely, the food was delicious, and I loved the atmosphere! We sat at the bar right by the live performer, which was very fun! I will say, we arrived 10 minutes early for our reservation and got a (delicious) cocktail at the bar while we waited for a table in the main dining area to open up. After about 40 minutes at the bar, no one came to get us for a table. We opted to sit in the bar area at one of the high tops because we were hungry (and those tables were first come first served, as opposed to being able to reserve them) and the bartender ended up being the one who served us all night (and did a great job!). This did not detract from our time or experience at all, and it was very busy, but I will mention it because this may be something that would bother someone else. But again, 5 stars!!!!

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    Gerald S.

    Ristorante Castello on Skippack Pike in Blue Bell, is a beautifully imagined high ceiling exposed beam house with live entertainment, nice bar, good service, focusing on Italian cuisine. We were there for an office dinner celebrating a good year with great people, including our "plus-1s." The first hour was appetizers and drinks. Bruschetta and Calamari Fritti graced our tables as we interacted and got comfortable. The apps were good and an auspicious beginning. The second hour was a sit down dinner from a limited menu selected in advance. Service was timely and unobtrusive. Drinks refilled quickly. My Padron Margarita on the Rocks, no salt, hit the right tone throughout the evening. I chose the Chicken Marsala and Caesar Salad. My table mates went with the Eggplant Parmigiana. I was a little disappointed with dinner. Maybe because we were a lot of people, but the meal felt more like mass produced banquet fare, rather than individually panned and plated high quality cheffing. My chicken was over cooked and dry. The mushrooms were small portobellos(?) with strong flavor and some toughness. The Marsala wine reduction poured over everything was thicker than it should have been like it had simmered down too long. My neighbors weren't enthused with their eggplant either. I inquired, and was told that although thin sliced, some of it was tough, and not edible. Apparently, although baked, it was not lightly breaded, nor panned in olive oil for more softness and enhanced taste. There was no breading either, although that was not unusual. They just didn't eat much of it. On the upside, that left more room for dessert, which in this case were small cannoli and double expressos (without lemon peel). No complaints there. No need to hurry back, although apres-work cocktails would be nice.

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    The food, cocktails, & service are always on point. My go-to since discovering this gem 5 months ago!

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    4.0
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    2.6 mi

    We had a wonderful New Year's Eve dinner at Tressini in Ambler and, as always, it lived up to our…read moreexpectations. The food was excellent overall. Everything was flavorful and thoughtfully prepared, and the crispy potatoes were absolutely to die for. While my swordfish came out slightly cold and a tad bland, the quality and taste of the rest of the meal more than made up for it. The service was strong, especially considering how busy New Year's Eve can be. We were taken great care of by who I believe was the manager for the evening, which made the experience feel especially welcoming and well managed. Our server seemed extremely busy, and while we wish he could have been a bit more accommodating, it was clear he was juggling a lot and still handled everything wonderfully. My family comes to Tressini very often and we always look forward to dining here. it's a place we truly enjoy and trust for a great meal. The only things we'd love to see improved are a bit more variety on the menu and more dessert options, as there was a heavy focus on gelato. Overall, another lovely experience, and we'll definitely be back again soon. It was definitely packed for the holiday, but it was not crazy loud to the point where you can't hear yourself so no complaints on the ambiance.

    Drink drinks were delicious…read more Bread was scrumptious with the ricotta dip I had the shrimp with beans and vegetables and it was fantastic My son had the Cacio E Pepe My other son had the pigs ears with Bolognese My wife had the chicken with a mushroom gravy and she would not even give me a taste. Hoarded it for the next meal. The potatoes were fantastic. The desserts were phenomenal. Olive oil cake is incredible chocolate inside out cannoli. Great place - great atmosphere - great service

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    4.1
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    Made reservations for 6. Showed up at 5:30 and there were only two full tables. So we asked if we…read morecould be seated early. The hostess said no. I can't seat you until 6. So I'm sitting there for a few and I'm like maybe they misunderstood and they thought I made a res for 6 people not at 6. So I went to clarify with the hostess. She understood and repeated the same thing. So we sat and waited a few more minutes before she had a change of heart and came out to tell us we could be seated now. We didn't leave for probably 45 minutes and not one more person came in. As soon as we sat down the hostess who was also the waitress came over and asked for our order. We of course we weren't ready. We just sat! She seemed frustrated and I was thinking wow this isn't going to be relaxing. The first thing I see on the menu is the sharing up charge. I hate that type of thing. I always like to do family style and share stuff. I want to try every thing if it's a good place. So we got an appetizer which clearly we were going to share. Luckily we did not get the share charge. The bread you get before your meal is so good. Fresh cut garlic and oil drizzled on it. You also get a side salad that was delicious. When they brought the calamari I tried moving the bread closer to me so the waitress(same as the hostess) could put the plate down. She grabbed the bread bowl from me and moved it to the other end of the table. When our actual meals came she couldn't wait to get our plates off the table. We really felt like we were an inconvenience. I thought maybe it was just a cultural thing. Or maybe she's just overworked since she was the hostess and waiting on 3 tables. Brought us boxes before we were finished our food. So we were like ok fine. We will just pack up. We were going to get desert but we decided let's just blow this popsicle stand and get something somewhere else. The food here is excellent. I would get take out again but I probably wouldn't suggest a dine in experience. Which is a shame. I don't even really like writing this critical of a review because I don't know what was going on in her life so maybe it was just the day.

    Every meal at Il Boscaiolo is generous and terrific. Husband and wife team have run the restaurant…read moreit's predecessor across the street for 2 decades now. He does all the cooking, she handles everything else (often by herself). She's all business but not unfriendly. The food is so good. My veal pizzaiola on my most recent visit was as good as ever and I am particular to the veal di martin on the house specialty section of the menu. The garlic, oil and tomato covered bread and salad with homemade dressing included with your meal are fresh and tasty. While everyone else needed take home containers for their dinner she was shocked I cleaned my plate! The food is the reason you're here and it's superb.

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    4.5
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    2.8 mi
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    I do not patronize chains and or franchise eateries. I only support local businesses only…read more Last night was our first taste of this local diamond gem. Service, food and overall experience was fantastic. Been searching for something like this for year's. This is the true definition of a wonderful & important community based business. Family operated, all are focused on service & wonderful food that is wholesome and meticulously prepared. Our entrees were perfect & tasty. Swordfish, Sole, Ravioli were prepared perfectly. Appetizers & salad were just right & yummy. Everyone here works hard and it shows! So nice to see!! As a longtime resident of childhood Springhouse since 1973 I had my first pizza steak sandwich here in 1980 when it was formally Dino's pizzeria. I'm now very confident that I'll return to this newer eatery very often!! Many thanks for your hard work, wonderful food and attentive service! Best-Steve S.

    What a nice experience. Food was wonderful from the lobster bisque, which my husband and I both…read moreenjoyed, to the rack of lamb with cherry sauce to the beautifully prepared branzino. Vegetables were perfect and a nice assortment. We also had 2 amazing desserts. The best part of the evening was the thoughtful waitstaff. They anticipated every need, and seeing my husband was struggling with his jacket helped him without a second thought. So nice to have smiling faces in a very trying occupation. We'll definitely be back soon.

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