Food quality was poor. We were not informed their still water was Evian and there would be a $15 charge. This was very poor communication. Overall very disappointed in the experience. Would not recommend this restaurant.
Linkin
As always, the food is a 10/10! Hand made short rib ravioli is spectacular along with the chicken parmigiana. Very pleasant atmosphere and amazing service. Additionally the bathrooms are mesmerizing!
Robert
Excellent food quality - we had a veal chop and veal scallopini. Professional service. Menu has range of choices making it suitable for a variety of budgets.
Shelley
Wonderful place to dine before a function at the arts centre. They'll accommodate timing with the timing of your performance time and it's a quick walk over. Food is fantastic.
Malcolm
Context: Two couples with several arts/ events tix, so dining downtown frequently. Both couples had eaten at Centini in past, but not recently, and we booked in effort to try/ try again dining options pre theatre. Dining room is pleasant, with an upscale vibe as expected. Staff all very friendly, but somewhat inefficient. Eg: we ordered one bottle and two individual glasses of wine. Bottle and two glasses of wine delivered to table, however bottle sat unopened for at least 10 minutes. We refilled our glasses ourselves, not a big deal. Food: Caesar salad was amongst the worst ever. Room temp lettuce with one (sq inch size) of bacon. Total mediocrity. Others enjoyed their soup and starters. Mains were all tasty, one was not served hot. It was well prepared but had sat for some minutes, so was warm, but not piping hot as expected. Centini did not impress us. For the price and promoted upscale vibe we did not find it worth it. We think other downtown Italian menus offer equal or better food, service and value.
Mary
The restaurant was overbooked. A table for 3 turned out to be large enough for 10- made conversation challenging. No beverages were offered. Waited one hour for food order. Had to gobble and go as the concert was about to begin. No discount for poor service. This was supposed to be a birthday celebration but turned out to be a fiasco. For such a high end restaurant, quality vs capacity constraints must be resolved.
Jude Lupuliak
This Mom and Pop family owned cafe is a treasure in downtown Calgary. The food is genuinely Italian. Biscotti made on the premises is absolutely delicious. The Cesare sandwich was also delicious. They also do take away. I highly recommend.
Tammy Graham
Very authentic Italian food, for amazing prices. The couple running it are from Rome. Delicious pizza, pasta and sandwiches. They also have take away items, like biscotti and a community art collective.
Team ELC
Very good place to have food or snack. I highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
elisabetta trombetta
I am an Italian living in Canada and I am always very picky and careful about the products I eat. This place has great, Italian, fresh ingredients. When an Italian cooks you can taste the difference. Both the pasta and the sandwiches are spectacular. I had a sandwich with pecorino cream, sun-dried tomatoes and prosciutto -- finally a prosciutto that doesn't taste like a plastic bag. Very friendly staff and owners have a big heart.
I eat here weekly, and it never disappoints. The owners are fantastic people: warm, welcoming, and always friendly. Their freshly baked bread is amazing and the lunch specials are great and a good price for downtown .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Judy Huang
As long as Italian chefs are cooking Italian food, it’s always delicious. The owner couple is very friendly. The special spaghetti recommended by the owner’s wife that day did not disappoint me. The dining environment is warm and simple. They also have a stamp card, and you can choose to keep it yourself or let the restaurant keep it for you, which is really cute.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah Konkel
Food was made to order and absolutely delicious! Staff was kind and helpful and the place was soooo clean!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James
Excellent food and service. Old school vibe might keep the influencers away. But don't be fooled. This place is the real deal.
Food quality was poor. We were not informed their still water was Evian and there would be a $15 charge. This was very poor communication. Overall very disappointed in the experience. Would not recommend this restaurant.
As always, the food is a 10/10! Hand made short rib ravioli is spectacular along with the chicken parmigiana. Very pleasant atmosphere and amazing service. Additionally the bathrooms are mesmerizing!
Excellent food quality - we had a veal chop and veal scallopini. Professional service. Menu has range of choices making it suitable for a variety of budgets.
Wonderful place to dine before a function at the arts centre. They'll accommodate timing with the timing of your performance time and it's a quick walk over. Food is fantastic.
Context: Two couples with several arts/ events tix, so dining downtown frequently. Both couples had eaten at Centini in past, but not recently, and we booked in effort to try/ try again dining options pre theatre. Dining room is pleasant, with an upscale vibe as expected. Staff all very friendly, but somewhat inefficient. Eg: we ordered one bottle and two individual glasses of wine. Bottle and two glasses of wine delivered to table, however bottle sat unopened for at least 10 minutes. We refilled our glasses ourselves, not a big deal. Food: Caesar salad was amongst the worst ever. Room temp lettuce with one (sq inch size) of bacon. Total mediocrity. Others enjoyed their soup and starters. Mains were all tasty, one was not served hot. It was well prepared but had sat for some minutes, so was warm, but not piping hot as expected. Centini did not impress us. For the price and promoted upscale vibe we did not find it worth it. We think other downtown Italian menus offer equal or better food, service and value.
The restaurant was overbooked. A table for 3 turned out to be large enough for 10- made conversation challenging. No beverages were offered. Waited one hour for food order. Had to gobble and go as the concert was about to begin. No discount for poor service. This was supposed to be a birthday celebration but turned out to be a fiasco. For such a high end restaurant, quality vs capacity constraints must be resolved.
This Mom and Pop family owned cafe is a treasure in downtown Calgary. The food is genuinely Italian. Biscotti made on the premises is absolutely delicious. The Cesare sandwich was also delicious. They also do take away. I highly recommend.
Very authentic Italian food, for amazing prices. The couple running it are from Rome. Delicious pizza, pasta and sandwiches. They also have take away items, like biscotti and a community art collective.
Very good place to have food or snack. I highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am an Italian living in Canada and I am always very picky and careful about the products I eat.
This place has great, Italian, fresh ingredients. When an Italian cooks you can taste the difference. Both the pasta and the sandwiches are spectacular. I had a sandwich with pecorino cream, sun-dried tomatoes and prosciutto -- finally a prosciutto that doesn't taste like a plastic bag.
Very friendly staff and owners have a big heart.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Affordable price! And quick
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I eat here weekly, and it never disappoints. The owners are fantastic people: warm, welcoming, and always friendly. Their freshly baked bread is amazing and the lunch specials are great and a good price for downtown .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
As long as Italian chefs are cooking Italian food, it’s always delicious. The owner couple is very friendly. The special spaghetti recommended by the owner’s wife that day did not disappoint me. The dining environment is warm and simple. They also have a stamp card, and you can choose to keep it yourself or let the restaurant keep it for you, which is really cute.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was made to order and absolutely delicious! Staff was kind and helpful and the place was soooo clean!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and service. Old school vibe might keep the influencers away. But don't be fooled. This place is the real deal.
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