Service was prompt and professional. While the complimentary fried zucchini was tasty and crispy, the entrees were mediocre. The fettuccini and lasagne was unremarkable and the chicken Parmesan was lackluster at best with only what could be considered as the old store-bought Ragu marinara. The bill was over $100 (including 3 entrees and bruschetta with only water to drink). Fried zucchini and Italian bread were complimentary. Probably wouldn't go back.
Jessica
Wonderful experience! Server was fantastic! We were celebrating an engagement. Beautiful memories 💕
Gary
Overall, it was a pleasant experience although not the same as when the Balastreris owned and ran it. Thank god the food is still excellent. I marked down in service as the bus boy was way too pushy about boxing leftovers. Two in our party were still eating. They should wait until it's obvious all are finished. I miss the formality of the wait staff like before.
Derek
Reserved a table a week in advance, the restaurant did not disappoint, food was amazing as well as the service. Definitely plan on going here on a more regular basis.
Brian
This was excellent! Traditional Italian food with great service and a nice pace throughout the meal.
Kristina
It was a wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion. The food is delicious and the service is top notch. Love the atmosphere and enjoy everything about it.
Darren
I have been have the Executive Chef of some of the finest private clubs in southern California. My wife and I tried The Godfather for the first time yesterday evening. Not only was the food outstanding, but our server Riccardo was a gem!!! One of the coolest things as a chef is when you can taste the love in the food!!! Thank you Godfather & thank you Riccardo!!!
Leigh
Book dinner for a business dinner and it was pretty loud. Several people celebrating birthdays, so wasn't the best atmosphere for a business discussion
Chris Ronald
An excellent experience! We ordered the ribeye, veal piccata, lobster ravioli and the gnocchi. All excellent and tasted good. The veal was a bit over cooked for my taste, delicious none the less. David was our server and he was on point alomg with the rest of the wait staff. We celebrated a birthday and the birthday lady loved it as it was her first time eating at The Godfather. Well done!
David
I ordered their special that was described as trout stuffed with crab and topped with shrimp. The trout, crab and shrimp were overcooked and dry to the point of not being edible. I told the waiter and assured him I wasn't looking for a replacement or an adjustment to the bill. I wanted him to let the kitchen know so they would not let that happen to anyone else. When the waiter came back after taking my dish to the kitchen he said that the kitchen didn't agree. I was stunned. No apology. Since the kitchen finds dry food acceptable, I won't be going back.
We went at 5:30 pm and the place was PACKED! Unfortunately we were seated by a huge group and we couldn't even talk to each other because they were so loud. Our server was also the large groups server, so service was very slow. Not his fault. He was extremely nice and professional when he did have time to help us. All in all...food was great. Service was slow, but understandable. But the noise ruined our conversation with my family from out of town.
Tessa
The quality of the food and portions themselves were amazing. That alone would have me coming back, but their staff's attention to detail and the overall ambience cannot be beat.
David
Upscale Italian food in an unlikely place (located in a strip mall). The interior is traditional with booths and tables; waiters wear suits. The food was deliciously prepared; the server was attentive, but not intrusive. Dessert was lovely. Would definitely come back.
Christopher
Excellent food, attentive staff Nad the prices are reasonable. Highly recommend the Godfather.
Carol
Always a wonderful experience dining at The Godfather. The service is impeccable and our entrees were delicious.
Service was prompt and professional. While the complimentary fried zucchini was tasty and crispy, the entrees were mediocre. The fettuccini and lasagne was unremarkable and the chicken Parmesan was lackluster at best with only what could be considered as the old store-bought Ragu marinara. The bill was over $100 (including 3 entrees and bruschetta with only water to drink). Fried zucchini and Italian bread were complimentary. Probably wouldn't go back.
Wonderful experience! Server was fantastic! We were celebrating an engagement. Beautiful memories 💕
Overall, it was a pleasant experience although not the same as when the Balastreris owned and ran it. Thank god the food is still excellent. I marked down in service as the bus boy was way too pushy about boxing leftovers. Two in our party were still eating. They should wait until it's obvious all are finished. I miss the formality of the wait staff like before.
Reserved a table a week in advance, the restaurant did not disappoint, food was amazing as well as the service. Definitely plan on going here on a more regular basis.
This was excellent! Traditional Italian food with great service and a nice pace throughout the meal.
It was a wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion. The food is delicious and the service is top notch. Love the atmosphere and enjoy everything about it.
I have been have the Executive Chef of some of the finest private clubs in southern California. My wife and I tried The Godfather for the first time yesterday evening. Not only was the food outstanding, but our server Riccardo was a gem!!! One of the coolest things as a chef is when you can taste the love in the food!!! Thank you Godfather & thank you Riccardo!!!
Book dinner for a business dinner and it was pretty loud. Several people celebrating birthdays, so wasn't the best atmosphere for a business discussion
An excellent experience! We ordered the ribeye, veal piccata, lobster ravioli and the gnocchi. All excellent and tasted good. The veal was a bit over cooked for my taste, delicious none the less. David was our server and he was on point alomg with the rest of the wait staff. We celebrated a birthday and the birthday lady loved it as it was her first time eating at The Godfather. Well done!
I ordered their special that was described as trout stuffed with crab and topped with shrimp. The trout, crab and shrimp were overcooked and dry to the point of not being edible. I told the waiter and assured him I wasn't looking for a replacement or an adjustment to the bill. I wanted him to let the kitchen know so they would not let that happen to anyone else. When the waiter came back after taking my dish to the kitchen he said that the kitchen didn't agree. I was stunned. No apology. Since the kitchen finds dry food acceptable, I won't be going back.
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We went at 5:30 pm and the place was PACKED! Unfortunately we were seated by a huge group and we couldn't even talk to each other because they were so loud. Our server was also the large groups server, so service was very slow. Not his fault. He was extremely nice and professional when he did have time to help us. All in all...food was great. Service was slow, but understandable. But the noise ruined our conversation with my family from out of town.
The quality of the food and portions themselves were amazing. That alone would have me coming back, but their staff's attention to detail and the overall ambience cannot be beat.
Upscale Italian food in an unlikely place (located in a strip mall). The interior is traditional with booths and tables; waiters wear suits. The food was deliciously prepared; the server was attentive, but not intrusive. Dessert was lovely. Would definitely come back.
Excellent food, attentive staff Nad the prices are reasonable. Highly recommend the Godfather.
Always a wonderful experience dining at The Godfather. The service is impeccable and our entrees were delicious.
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