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Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria

3155 S Bascom Ave
Campbell, CA 95008
Phone: (408) 369-9820

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria

What Users are Saying:

  • Prompt seating
  • Good for kids
  • Good for groups
5 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
(1 reviews)
2 Star Rating
 
(2 reviews)
1 Star Rating
 
(0 reviews)

User Reviews for Al Castello Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria

Citysearch (4), Dine.com (4), InsiderPages (1), All (9)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/04/2007 Posted by s1lli3

Fabulous! I won't go anywhere else for Italian cuisine! Great service! Love the family atmosphere! Superb list of Italian wines!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/12/2006 Posted by southbayeater

We have been going to Al Castello for several years. We have almost always been very happy with the entire package---food, wine, service. I have several allergies and have ALWAYS been able to have the staff help me find something I can eat, and they have always been happy to ensure I am able to find something that won't make me ill. Yes, it is in a stripmall, but they have done a good job in decorating to soften the hard corners. Yes, parking can be difficult if you come during busy times. But we think it is more than worth it. We have yet to order anything we had to send back, or were unwilling to order again. The clue to getting good service with every place of business---be pleasant, ask for what you want, alert the waitstaff if something is amiss and give them an opportunity to fix that problem. We have NEVER had an issue with making a complaint at Al Castello, whether with waitstaff or ownership. The only problem we've had has been parents bringing small children who are unattended and causing a ruckus---we complained and the parents were asked to care for their children. This is a real neighborhood, SMALL restaurant that seems to cater to customers needs. They aren't flashy but the food is GOOD. It is fun to watch kids watch the chefs when something in the open kitchen flares up, or their pizza is ready and is brought to the table. We have had good suggestions on wine choices as well as entrees. Bruschetta, Caprese, Veal Parma, Pizza, Ravioli, Pinot Grigio, Plain or standard breadsticks are all good choices.

Pros: Ravioli, Pinot Grigio, Caprese

Cons: Parking, busy on weekends

2 Star Rating: Below Average

10/21/2005 Posted by tishstratton

We were the first of 5 tables seated, and the last to be waited on. The wine was acidic, the soup was cold, the house salads were tiny and the service was at best, HORRIBLE. As we left, we told the owner how disappointed we were with the entire experience... he offered no apology, became argumentative and literally threw his arms up in the air and said "oh well". This used to be a great neighborhood eatery, but based on this experience, I now understand why there were so many empty tables in the restaurant.

Pros: good parking, empty restaurant

Cons: bad service, average food

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/18/2004 Posted by jdyste

We are regular patrons. The food is great and the staff is friendly. It is very comfortable to take large groups. They also cater. However, it does not have the ambience of a romantic date location.

Pros: friendly

Editor's Review

Cozy Italian restaurant serves a selection of pasta dishes in a kid-friendly atmosphere and offers homemade soups, meatballs and seafood.  See the full editorial review.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 11am-9pm
  • Fri 11am-10pm
  • Sat 5pm-10pm

Cuisines

  • Family Fare
  • Italian

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Discover

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Kid Friendly
  • Family Style
  • Group Dining

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