Best sandwiches in San Jose hands down. I put money on it! Any takers... that's what I thought!read more

Remarkable Sandwiches, at a Reasonable Price!…read more I enjoyed my time at Zanotto's very much. I ordered a customizable sandwich at the deli and grabbed some Marianne's ice cream for dessert. The sandwich portions were incredibly generous, for only 12.99! The sandwiches are so big they could definitely split into two meals, which is even better! They also offer a meal deal where you get chips, a cookie, and a soda for 18.99. The sauces and vegetables on the sandwiches are amazing and flavorful. I thought the pickles and pesto mayonnaise were a remarkable combination. There's an outdoor patio area where you can enjoy your purchases. There's ample shade, and you will have no problem finding a seat. The sandwiches came out promptly. This is definitely a place I'll be coming back to, especially for their dutch crunch bread!

Pleasant and relaxed music, delicious food, and amazing service. I came in for my birthday, to find…read morethe dish I wanted was no longer on the menu. Our server, Yulitza, made sure I did not leave disappointed though. Birthday saved. Huge thanks to both her and the chef. My new favorite Italian restaurant.

I was looking forward to celebrating a special occasion at Il Fornaio in Santa Clara, but my…read moreexperience with the manager, Maria, over the phone was disappointing. When I called to ask if there were any reservations available for tonight, her immediate response was, "Absolutely not." Before I had the opportunity to ask any follow-up questions or explain my situation, the conversation felt abruptly shut down. Moments later, she added that she could possibly fit us in at 8:00 p.m., depending on the size of our party. I told her that I found her initial response unprofessional because she didn't take the time to explain the situation from the start. A more courteous response would have been to let me know that reservations were full but that there might be a possibility of accommodating us later in the evening. She apologized and said she would respond differently next time, which I appreciated. However, as a manager, first impressions and customer service matter. The way customers are spoken to--especially over the phone when they're simply trying to make a reservation--sets the tone for the entire dining experience. I hope this feedback helps improve how future guests are greeted and assisted.

If you're looking for a great Italian fine-dining restaurant, look no further than Vito's…read moreTrattoria. I've been coming here since day one when they first opened. I even had my wedding reception here, along with many family gatherings and birthday celebrations over the years, so this restaurant definitely holds a special place in my heart. They have, hands down, the best chicken piccata on earth. And that's coming from a full-blooded Sicilian who knows good Italian and Sicilian food! Their pizza is also excellent--great undercarriage, full of flavor, and always cooked right. My personal favorite is the mushroom and olive pizza, and the Margherita is another one of my favorites. I usually order the linguine with clams or the chicken piccata, but honestly, you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Every dish seems better than the last. The location is also very convenient, right down the street from San Jose International Airport, with plenty of parking. The restaurant is always clean, welcoming, and family-owned. George, the owner, and his son Anthony are doing a great job running this business. I'm a big supporter of family-owned businesses, especially when they consistently provide great food and great service. I'm honestly shocked when I see a one- or two-star review for this place. After coming here for so many years, my experiences have always been great. Just look at the pictures--the food speaks for itself. If you haven't tried Vito's Trattoria, give this place a shot. I highly recommend it. Five stars all the way!

Vito's is one of mine and my wife's favorite Italian restaurants. We went there for our fifth…read morewedding anniversary last night and had a wonderful time as usual. The staff were friendly and came to the table in a timely manner, our food was delicious, and the ambiance was wonderful. If you're looking for a night out and trying out Vito's, I had the lasagna and my wife had the pollo al formaggio (chicken parm), and we highly recommend those dishes. For dessert, we each had the banana royal for the first time, and oh my gosh it was out of this world. We can't wait to go back. Hopefully you his review will inspire you to check out Vito's.

The gnocchi in pesto cream sauce is really so heavenly. Just melts in your mouth, like little…read morepillows. Cloudlike feeling, really. I cannot get over it. The outdoor covered garden area is so serene and pretty in the evenings. Very attentive and friendly waiters too. We had the lemon tart for dessert and it was such a light, refreshing dessert! Perfect amount of sweetness. Of course, a little expensive, but a good treat/celebration place!

I first tried Paesano back in 2017, and since it had been a while, we decided to come back for…read moreanother visit. We ordered two Pollo Saltimbocca dishes (one with a cream pasta substitution for an additional $8), the Pollo al Limone, and a half bottle of Chardonnay. The restaurant offers one indoor dining area and two outdoor seating areas--one in the front and one in the back--which gives guests plenty of seating options. The food was a bit saltier than our personal preference. The cream pasta substitution, despite the extra charge, wasn't anything particularly memorable compared to similar dishes we've had at other restaurants. However, the highlight of our visit was definitely the warm and welcoming customer service. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel appreciated. We also appreciate that the restaurant closes for a few hours in the afternoon before reopening for dinner service. It's nice to see a business that gives its staff a break during the day. Parking can be a bit challenging due to the busy neighborhood. Be aware that street parking is paid, and most spots have a two-hour limit, so you'll need to keep an eye on the time. Overall, we'd come back to try more of the pasta dishes on the menu and hope to discover a new favorite.

BANGIN. I've dined…read morein, gotten take out and Doordashed. The amount of options is incredible as is the customization. This is cooked to order, not your run of the mill Olive Garden dishes(which I also enjoy but you can tell when it's made fresh). This time round we went with the Meatballs with cheese ravioli, kids spaghetti and Bolognese entrees. All include bread and a cheese sauce that is super creamy and good. Just imagine cheese whiz but a million times better.

Baked Ziti 4 cheesy, meaty, flavorful Meat Tortellini w/…read moreAlfredo Sauce 2 couldn't taste the meat inside the tortellini, super thick creamy Alfredo sauce, not flavorful Clam Chowder 3 medium thickness, medium flavorful

random place tucked into the middle of nowhere - I was surprised at how much dining space there was…read morebut I guess it gets poppin came for lunch on a weekday w coworkers on a super hot day but thank goodness they have ac near the back/inside bread came out piping hot & yummy I don't even remember what I got but it was great - think this might be my fav Italian place now whoever made my drink made it nice & strong too :D forgot to take a pic of the limoncello but it was also v good

Disappointing (non)service. Save your money for a place that wants you to spend it…read more Honestly, I really wanted to like this place. It was cute. The ambiance was nice. The food looked good, but my date and I didn't get a chance to try it. I live in the area and have always seen this place when going past. It looked cool and since it had such great yelp review, I thought tonight would be a good time to try it out. Just got out from a comedy show and we arrived at 9:10pm - it says they close at 10pm so we should be ok right? We only wanted to stop in, get a drink or two, and maybe 1-2 apps. After being greeted by the host, who was very nice, we told her that we just wanted to sit at the bar and get a drink and maybe a couple apps. She said "great!" with a big smile and led us there. While being led there I noted that the place had really cool decor and lighting, felt very cozy and italian. This is where it switched from a nice experience into a really quite bad one. As soon as we sat at the bar we felt unwelcome. There was a bartender there, middle-aged man with glasses and longish shaggy black hair that immediately gave us a "mean mug" type look. "That's strange..." I thought to myself. He did not greet us and seemed pre-occupied with closing the bar, wrapping up the beer spigots etc. The vibe was totally off, we are unwanted it seems. We sat there for maybe 1-2 minutes until he finally turned to us and said "Are you guys waiting for someone?" "We just want a menu" my date replied. "The restaurant is closed" he said, in quite a brusk and rude tone. I looked at my watch. It was 9:15pm. "But it says you guys close at 10pm, is that not the case?" I piped up. "No." he said, shaking his head. He turned his back to us. At this point I thought, lets go to a place that wants our money. I work with customers in my day job and would never be able to interact with a customer in the way he did. Honestly, if you're that way with customers I feel you're more suited to a warehouse job than you are working a bar. "We're not wanted here, lets leave" I said to my date. We got up and left. With people working like that working at their restaurant - save your money and go to some place else with good service. If the bar itself was closed, fine, offer us a table or something. Be nice about it. Instead we got quite rude (non)service. Again, the host was nice, keep her. But buyer beware - if you come during the last hour expect to be treated like you're unwanted garbage from unfriendly bartenders. Maybe update your hours if you "actually" close 50 minutes before it says you do?

Always prompt and courteous service. Great coffee…read moreDelicious food Ice cream is amazing!!

This place is a great little slice of Italy…read more They are located right off of Lincoln Ave. inside what looks to be a movie theatre mall. They have seating outside the business to enjoy your your (Dolce Vita) Inside: They take orders on the left side at the cash register and will give you a beeper to pick up your order "at the entrance counter" They sell quality baking flour and flour for bread, pasta, and pizza dough along with a bunch of other bottles that you can use for cooking "see pictures" They sell quality made soups and panini and a hole array of Italian cookies as well as coffee and ice cream. Today I came in for an elusive cannoli as in I can't find a good cannoli anywhere except in San Mateo "and no the cannoli place in downtown San Jose is not good IMO" as I was saying I came here for a CANNOLI and let me tell you Cafe Dolce's Cannoli's do not disappoint! The filling is absolutely amazingly creamy, "not hard" and the flavor is so delicate "not overly sweet like other places" simply (BEAUTIFUL) and the shell OH MY GOSH the SHELL!! So crispy, crunchy, fresh and did not taste old or refrigerated. These cannoli's are simply made with love. I bought three with pistachio and one regular then after eating them, I had to buy one more for my Bestie to show him what a real cannoli should taste like! ;-D I can't wait to come back to the spot and try something for lunch and of course a refill all my cannolis. :-D The only draw back to this place is..... I can't stop thinking about their beautifully seductive cannolis!!!

This is a local Los Altos dining spot. The local police staff are often seen dining here. W have…read morealways enjoyed coming to Pasta Market - our favorite was the one in Palo Alto where they had a glass partition where my kids could be the pizza being made! Anyway, this restaurant is a favorite of my youngest son. The staff are alway very friendly and helpful. They are patient with him as he has slow speech. The pasta is pretty good. We love the bread sticks here. They come with a cream cheese based "butter" that is so good especially with the hot bread sticks. The chicken caesar salad is also a favorite. The portions are large and easily shared by 2. You can also buy the bread and cream cheese butter to take home. We used to buy the bread and bake it at home for my son but it's always better at the restaurant! They do sell fresh pasta and sauces that you can buy to make it at home. There's also a soda fountain machine that is a self service area for your drinks. We enjoy coming to Pasta Market and also help the local community restaurants in our area.

We have visited this restaurant in Los Altos for the past month and we were so impressed! The…read moreveggie pizza is the best! The salads are just as good. Went back and tried the spaghetti, again excellent! This is our new 'go to' restaurant when we're craving Italian. The staff is great too! Also easy to order online and pick up.