Tim Roberts
Out of the way comfortable Italian experience, very much like a Trattoria. The service and ambience are very good, with good quality well prepared food. Nice and tidy inside with maybe a slight refresh needed in the gents…but only a niggle. Prices are keen considering the home cooked quality. On my list for a return visit.
… moreSimon Carter
Had a really nice meal with friends at Pacinos and the food was excellent and really good value for money. The restaurant is in a bit of an odd location but once you’re inside you forget all that. My only criticism was that is that it’s a bit draughty. I think there was a bit of a gale coming under a door and I was getting the worst of its arctic blast. Great food though so I’d be happy to eat there again although maybe I’d sit somewhere different.
… moreDenice Cresswell
Love Pacinos! Happened to stumble across this place earlier in the year when we stayed over in Chester for our wedding anniversary…and we loved it so much, that we returned for a birthday meal a few months later! Officially my favourite Italian restaurant, ever! Beautiful food, lovely attentive staff and authentic, cosy atmosphere. See you again soon!
… moreMolly
The family and I have been coming here for years. Absolutely adore this place. Always great service and fantastic food and tasty wine. It truly is the hidden gem of Chester, we always recommend Pacino’s to our friends. Took my mum here today for her birthday.
As always, we were greeted warmly and seated promptly. I had the house red, the pork ribs and goats cheese bruschetta as a starter and then the lamb shank with a side of super tasty vegetables for the main. And of course I had to have a dessert – cheesecake!
Everything was fantastic. Cleared our plates as always. Pacino’s really makes you feel like part of the family. You’re welcome in with open arms and served such delicious food. We’re all so ready for a nap now. We’ve had a lovely evening. Always come here if you get the chance.
… moreRuth Clarke
My first visit to this restaurant did not live up to expectations. From the start I found the male member of the front of house team rude. When asked, someone on my table responded that they had not enjoyed their main course due to it being tough. Rather than offering any apology his retort was that no one else had complained.
The bread of my bruschetta starter was burnt, by the time the vegetables came out to accompany the main course, the food was nearly cold and the staff barely had a grasp of “gluten free.” Nothing was made in house and so the food, along with the service was mediocre. I will be not be returning
… moreDean Storey
Not very inspiring looking from the outside, especially when closed, but don’t judge this book by its cover! Despite it being January when we visited, a traditionally quiet month for most businesses, Pacinos was busy and buzzing, a good sign. Just outside the city centre, we got a taxi to and from the restaurant, something we’d recommend. This English run and staffed Italian Restaurant has got everything right in the food and service departments and is great value. It has some great reviews and I can see why, highly recommended!
… moreTripNFoodVisual
We were disappointed to find that some of the menu items we were interested in trying were not available. Additionally, the cuisine did not feel authentically Italian, as the flavors were rather bland. The desserts served were more reminiscent of English desserts rather than Italian ones. The host seemed to be in a hurry, and when we inquired about the availability of Italian desserts, he simply responded that it wasn’t something customers desired.
… moreAlice Clementine
Nice little restaurant and beautiful decor. The staff were so friendly and kind. Food was tasty (most of all the homemade cheesecake).
… moreBrett Bennett-Smith
What a unexpected find. This very homely restaurant serves delicious food that feels so freshly made. It’s classic dishes done really well. The prices are amazing too. We will return.
… moreDiane Williams
Pacino’s might not look much from the outside and the location, but the food is delicious, the service is great, and the midweek menu is remarkable value for money. The background sound level is just right for good conversations.
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