PESTO ITALIANO

A hidden gem in Durham! Authentic Italian flavours with very reasonable prices. The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive!

Delicious meals and big plates. Tomato soup and the 4 formaggi pizza were both great.

Enjoyed a lovely meal here last Saturday. Food was excellent and, as others have stated, very generous portions. Waitress (Rosa) could not have been more polite, engaging and helpful. Tables were well spaced and the restaurant is on multiple floors so it feels more personal and intimate than many places these days.

I ordered a carbonara and it was one of the best carbonara l have ever had although it had a little bit too much black pepper other than that it was perfect(even my sister agrees), the seasonal vegetables were amazing, the pizza was really good and well made. The service was amazing the waiter would often check in on us making sure everything was good, and was very nice! Such a good experience to have with family and friends!

A really lovely little place to eat! Food was great, service was quick and attentive. The only thing it lacks is atmosphere- there were only 6 of us in the restaurant seated really close together making it a bit awkward. But regardless of this, we still had a great experience and would highly recommend.

amazing service, super great guy. very good food!

Great restaurant, lovely food, service is also excellent. You can also ask for things that are not in the menu if needed. Really good pizzas, there are vegetarian options.

This family-run Italian restaurant exudes a charming and cozy atmosphere, setting the stage for a truly delightful dining experience. The risotto la mare touched my heart with its generous portion of seafood and mesmerizing flavors. The pizzas served here are out of this world. A must-visit for unparalleled Italian cuisine.

Sergio is very nice! The food is amazing, the service is great. 10/10 would recommend.

Totally recommend coming here!!! Not only was the restaurant really pretty and aesthetic, the server was extremely friendly and the atmosphere of the place is so comforting. I ordered the penne alla romana and it was great!🤗

Amazing service amazing atmosphere loved the music and it felt so homey. Delicious food too!

The restaurant had a bustling and vibrant vibe. The waitresses were attentive and friendly, but what really stood out was the delicious food. Generous portions of tasty, high-quality dishes. Definitely considering a return visit.

I think the manager was on their own, but they did a great job running around to make sure everyone was happy, with some assistance from the chef! Despite the circumstances, the service and food were amazing. We'll definitely come back next time we're in the area!

Had the risotto with mushrooms and loved it so much ill definitely be coming back! My friends had pizzas and said the quality was fab. Staff is lovely and the place has a really cozy atmosphere, deffo recommend :)

This restaurant is really great! The service was welcoming and friendly, and the food was delicious. They give generous portions, and the prices are fair. We'll definitely return! Thank you!

Excellent food. We went vegetarian and all of our dishes were superb.
Definitely recommend!

We always receive a warm welcome whenever we visit. The food is delicious and there's always plenty of it. The restaurant is consistently busy, which creates a fantastic atmosphere. The staff are friendly and provide great hospitality.

Superb pizza picante which we shared with lovely sides of rocket / Parmesan salad, and spinach with chilli and garlic. The staff were friendly, efficient and genuinely conscientious. With a nice bottle of wine, all for £50 plus well deserved tip. Excellent.

We visited today for the first time, the food can only be described as outstanding! The whole experience was excellent, it was like walking through a doorway into a tapas bar in Spain. We will definitely be back

We came here after my wife finished work and the food was fantastic. It was really busy, but waiting was worth it. The pizzas were massive. We wanted dessert, but we were too full. Definitely planning to return.