I haven't been to this restaurant in probably 4 to 5 years but at that time found the calzones good however as others have said it is a "hole in the wall " location which definitely needs freshening up . If my memory is correct it looks like a large garage with the garage door permanently down. The owner is a very nice person and is proud of his food I hope that he performs Needed renovations and gets the restaurant up to a higher standard
Michael K
Walked in and the place was at capacity. Not one customer wearing a mask. Not one employee wearing a mask. Not one. The owner kissed with a customer and hugged them to take a selfie. The same person who was grabbing/touching half eaten plates and putting them in doggy bags was also running the register and handing to-go orders to people.I paid because I made an order with them before knowing this and thought it fair to complete the transaction. Never again though. The pizza went in an outdoor garbage can.
Felicia H.
We decided to give the place a try given so many positive reviews across platforms. Ordered takeout. The ambience is not exactly appealing, but whatever. Not a mask in sight on any employee. The dining area and bar are packed, people are standing around. The server is not only bringing food, packing half-eaten food to go AND cashing out customers. Not washing hands after handling a plate someone has eaten from, foul. This isn't even a "but my freedoms, I'm not wearing a mask ever" complaint, just gross. The food didn't even get brought into the house and another chance will not be given.
Scott Kuhnhenn
His food is amazing. Some of the most authentic Italian food I've ever had. Better try it soon.
Raymond Peterson
This is my favorite "Mom and Pop" Italian restaurant. The food and the service are excellent and Claudio will make sure you have a wonderful time while you are there. It is not fine dining by any means but it is really good food and a very friendly atmosphere. The prices are very affordable and make sure you take home a loaf of his fabulous Italian bread.
Gabrielle Marcocelli
I am honestly shocked at the amount of good reviews based on our experience. We ordered takeout and when we walked in, an employee was changing a baby on the same counter we were getting our food on. The sauce was runny, almost water consistency and they used canned mushrooms on the chicken marsala. My caprese salad was room temperature and they forgot the balsamic. The pizza we ordered was undercooked & full of grease. We threw everything out! I usually don’t even post bad reviews because I have worked in the restaurant industry but good lord - this was AWFUL!!!!
Gabrielle L.
I am honestly shocked at the amount of good reviews based on our experience. We ordered takeout and when we walked in, an employee was changing a baby on the same counter we were getting our food on. The sauce was runny, almost water consistency and they used canned mushrooms on the chicken marsala. My caprese salad was room temperature and they forgot the balsamic. The pizza we ordered was undercooked & full of grease. We threw everything out! I usually don't even post bad reviews because I have worked in the restaurant industry but good lord - this was AWFUL!!!!
Celeste Nadine Johnson
Claudio is a very talented Chef. Anything he makes is delicious. He aims to please . Claudio makes you feel at home while you are in his Ristorante!!.If you are coming from a distance , it is well worth the drive .
Bill Caye
A great chef with unique dishes and a treat for discerning culinary experience
Claudia E.
Claudio is a genius. The place is a true hole in the wall but it is amazing. Everything I've tried has been great--I am particular to the gnocchi. Everything from the bread, to the tomatoes, to the herbs, to the dipping oil tastes very fresh and high quality. Claudio is so friendly and welcoming where it truly feels like you're with family. If you haven't been, you need to go. Cannot overstate how great this place is! Buon apetito, grazie Claudio!
Amazing food. Best Italian in all of Pittsburgh hands down.
Amy Sparr
GREAT customer service! The owner is so down to earth and makes you feel at home. The pizza was perfect. The bread with oil and cheese was to die for. It was so fresh and still warm when I got it. I will definitely be returning.
Dawnmarie Christman
We recently celebrated my dad’s birthday at Claudio’s. The food was delicious! Homemade bread was amazing!
Todd Hilliard
Great food, Pizza, Veal, Pastas, snd delicious bread.Claudio, Sons, and staff are great
Lindal Romano
My first time visiting for dinner, my nephew & his family eat there often..it was my niece's birthday...all the food is all homemade, everything i tasted was delicious, we ate family style, so i got to taste alot of dishes, my main coarse was shrimp scampi, delicious...i will be back, with some of my friends...❤?
I haven't been to this restaurant in probably 4 to 5 years but at that time found the calzones good however as others have said it is a "hole in the wall " location which definitely needs freshening up . If my memory is correct it looks like a large garage with the garage door permanently down. The owner is a very nice person and is proud of his food I hope that he performs Needed renovations and gets the restaurant up to a higher standard
Walked in and the place was at capacity. Not one customer wearing a mask. Not one employee wearing a mask. Not one. The owner kissed with a customer and hugged them to take a selfie. The same person who was grabbing/touching half eaten plates and putting them in doggy bags was also running the register and handing to-go orders to people.I paid because I made an order with them before knowing this and thought it fair to complete the transaction. Never again though. The pizza went in an outdoor garbage can.
We decided to give the place a try given so many positive reviews across platforms. Ordered takeout. The ambience is not exactly appealing, but whatever. Not a mask in sight on any employee. The dining area and bar are packed, people are standing around. The server is not only bringing food, packing half-eaten food to go AND cashing out customers. Not washing hands after handling a plate someone has eaten from, foul. This isn't even a "but my freedoms, I'm not wearing a mask ever" complaint, just gross. The food didn't even get brought into the house and another chance will not be given.
His food is amazing. Some of the most authentic Italian food I've ever had. Better try it soon.
This is my favorite "Mom and Pop" Italian restaurant. The food and the service are excellent and Claudio will make sure you have a wonderful time while you are there. It is not fine dining by any means but it is really good food and a very friendly atmosphere. The prices are very affordable and make sure you take home a loaf of his fabulous Italian bread.
I am honestly shocked at the amount of good reviews based on our experience. We ordered takeout and when we walked in, an employee was changing a baby on the same counter we were getting our food on. The sauce was runny, almost water consistency and they used canned mushrooms on the chicken marsala. My caprese salad was room temperature and they forgot the balsamic. The pizza we ordered was undercooked & full of grease. We threw everything out! I usually don’t even post bad reviews because I have worked in the restaurant industry but good lord - this was AWFUL!!!!
I am honestly shocked at the amount of good reviews based on our experience. We ordered takeout and when we walked in, an employee was changing a baby on the same counter we were getting our food on. The sauce was runny, almost water consistency and they used canned mushrooms on the chicken marsala. My caprese salad was room temperature and they forgot the balsamic. The pizza we ordered was undercooked & full of grease. We threw everything out! I usually don't even post bad reviews because I have worked in the restaurant industry but good lord - this was AWFUL!!!!
Claudio is a very talented Chef. Anything he makes is delicious. He aims to please . Claudio makes you feel at home while you are in his Ristorante!!.If you are coming from a distance , it is well worth the drive .
A great chef with unique dishes and a treat for discerning culinary experience
Claudio is a genius. The place is a true hole in the wall but it is amazing. Everything I've tried has been great--I am particular to the gnocchi. Everything from the bread, to the tomatoes, to the herbs, to the dipping oil tastes very fresh and high quality. Claudio is so friendly and welcoming where it truly feels like you're with family. If you haven't been, you need to go. Cannot overstate how great this place is! Buon apetito, grazie Claudio!
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Amazing food. Best Italian in all of Pittsburgh hands down.
GREAT customer service! The owner is so down to earth and makes you feel at home. The pizza was perfect. The bread with oil and cheese was to die for. It was so fresh and still warm when I got it. I will definitely be returning.
We recently celebrated my dad’s birthday at Claudio’s. The food was delicious! Homemade bread was amazing!
Great food, Pizza, Veal, Pastas, snd delicious bread.Claudio, Sons, and staff are great
My first time visiting for dinner, my nephew & his family eat there often..it was my niece's birthday...all the food is all homemade, everything i tasted was delicious, we ate family style, so i got to taste alot of dishes, my main coarse was shrimp scampi, delicious...i will be back, with some of my friends...❤?