Nicole Johnson
Always love coming here. The last time I went, I got the Baked Fornitino and it has a lot of potential but a few thoughts on improving it – I think a smidge less spinach. I thought the favor overpowered the dish a bit. Also, I really think chunks of pepperoni would be much better than the strips of pepperoni. I could hardly taste the pepperoni. Still love the restaurant, but that dish could definitely use some improvements.
… moreStu Pidasso
Food here is pretty good wouldn’t call it great. Bread was ok but I prefer it a touch softer. Fried raviolis had great flavor but needed more filling. Chicken on the fettuccine was really good had great flavor. Alfredo sauce was nothing special & needed more salt. Waitress was really nice and attentive. Nice clean & open dining room area. Prices basically start at $19 and go up from there.
… moreBruce Pascoe
We pass through Lodi a few times per year. Strings is on our go to list when we are looking for great pasta. Food is delicious! Great value as the meals come with unlimited soup or salad as well a bread. Unpretentious dining experience that is worth checking out.
… moreIsaac
Nice Italian restaurant in Lodi. The server was efficient, helped us settle in, described dishes and stayed ahead of us in suggesting desserts and bringing to-go boxes for our unfinished food we loved too much to leave behind.
We specially liked the Italian baked dish (Lasagna and meatballs, baked and smothered in sauce and cheese), and the desserts (tiramisu and cheesecake)
… moreAmber Bedford
I always enjoy strings! Love dipping their fresh baked bread in the seafood bisque. I usually get ravioli with half red half alfredo. So tasty. Dessert Hack, you just have to ask. I asked if they could do deep fried cheesecake with raspberry sauce. Absolutely! They wrapped the cheescake in puff pastry and the cheesecake just melted in my mouth! It was soooo good! Especially with the raspberry sauce. Highly recommend!
… moreKelly Cambridgeport
Updated June 22, 2023. Strings Italian Cafe in Lodi is a restaurant at which my family and friends eat frequently. The endless soup, bread, salad are amazing. The lobster bisque is delicious and although not refillable, the server offered to bring a different soup as a free “refill”. That’s amazing customer service. The complimentary bread is warm, soft, and buttery. The salad has croutons, raisins, cherry tomatoes, sunflower seeds, lettuce, and a fantastic dressing.
Our favorite dishes are the braised beef short ribs, salmon and shrimp scampi, shrimp scampi, pasta siena, meatloaf, and spaghetti. We have experienced only stellar service and have been coming here for years even during 2020-2022, when most people were staying home. Servers are kind and attentive. Chicken Lombardy is an entree that hasn’t been on the menu for years, but customers can still order it. The short ribs are my personal favorite.
Notes: There is a Senior Discount, but you have to ask the server. Restaurant closed on Tuesdays.
… moreAmanda Holbo
The service was good and we didn’t have to wait. I ordered the seafood fettuccine. It wasn’t bad and I don’t have any specific complaints, it just wasn’t anything to write home about. I plan to try them again and see if it was just an off day.
… moreDean Thayer
We were pleasantly surprised with our first dining experience here. This restaurant is much more than a “cafe”. It has a cozy and casual family-friendly atmosphere. The fresh baked bread was delicious, especially when dipped in olive oil and vinegar (which is available upon request), the salad was huge, and my entree, baked lasagna and tortellini, was delicious. Service is prompt, preemptive, attentive and friendly. The portion sizes are ample, so plan to take any leftovers home to enjoy later. We will be back again.
… moreAlex Carter
It looks like they revamped the place after the last time I was here, and I like it! It feels so clean, and it’s still got that warm feel to it. Our server was nothing but stellar. Their bread is so soft and warm, and I’d come here for the salad alone. I ordered cheese ravioli with Alfredo sauce, and it was delectable. If you want some quality Italian food, this is the place.
… moreJavier maldonado
The food was good, the bread was amazing. And the menu looks like there was a lot to offer.
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