MarcelloRistorante
140 W Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks
(805) 371-4367
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Excellent service and warm greeting on arrival! Food was delicious and the Branzino Special should always be on the menu!
Has been many years since we have gone, used to be a regular in the early days. The service was great, prices moderate but fair at todays standards. Service was great, attentive, food arrived promptly. Ambient noise level great for dining. However our food was so-so. Sauce tasteless, lacked spices. Pasta not al dente. Salad was fresh.
The restaurant is under new management and still getting things figured out. The wait staff was excellent but since we were only one of two tables in use service should be good. The waiter was also a very nice man. The food needed some work. The mahi-magi was extremely dry and the veal Parmesan was tough. Hope they get things figured out.
The food was delicious and the server very attentive. The restaurant was very clean and nicely appointed 
I wanted to share my positive experience at Marcello Ristorante. The service was excellent, and the staff was very attentive. I enjoyed it so much that I returned a second time with my kids, and we all had a great time. I look forward to visiting again soon.
Highly competent and courteous.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Most of all delicious healthy food 😋 😍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A highlight of my week, every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Table of four. The service was ok, the food disappointing, the deserts were terrible. The trout was fishy, braised ribs tolerable. I appreciated that we were not charged for the deserts- one was frozen. Maybe it was an off night? I like to support local businesses and we dine out frequently. However, we won't be back for a second chance as there just weren't enough good/ok things to outweigh the negatives.
Pricey
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Solid Italian American cuisine can be nearly a local Red Sauce place.
The menu is designed with what you would expect. You have your classic Bolognese to Chicken Piccata, to Chicken Parmigiano. The lunch menu is more concise with limited entrees, but sandwiches adorn the experience.
The dinner menu is far more extensive and inviting. The longer list of entrees includes different Risottos and Seafood, Veal, and Ossobuco. Pizzas are also available.
The dishes are classics for Italian Americans, and Marcello does it very well. The most impressive item is their Fried Calamari. It is simple and executed with care. One of the best examples I have tasted.
Marvelous place to enjoy authentic Italian based food with marvelous Paolo! He makes the evening there the very best!! Kudos To the chef! Bravo, Paolo & the whole staff!!
Marcello Ristorante exceeded all expectations! The lasagna was absolutely amazing—rich, flavorful, and perfectly layered. I also tried the duck, which came in a huge portion and was incredibly delicious. The pasta rosetta was pure comfort—creamy, satisfying, and beautifully balanced.
The ambiance was warm and welcoming, and the wait staff were impeccable—attentive, friendly, and professional. Every dish came out piping hot and was served quickly, making the experience feel both relaxed and well-orchestrated.
Highly recommend Marcello Ristorante for anyone looking for a truly memorable Italian dining experience. I’ll definitely be back!
Marcello over by the Oaks mall is a really fun quaint little hole in the wall Italian eatery run by actual Italians, and you must try the Italian roast. It is so good.
They have a little shop right next-door that they own, a deli with the absolute best meats, although it’s very expensive.
It’s a very quaint place to go and have dinner. It is intimate, little tables.
It’s a bit pricey, but it beats going to cheesecake factory again when you’re at the mall !
Highly recommend.
We enjoyed our chicken lemon dish and the lemon dessert. The restaurant is under new ownership from approximately 37 years ago. The new owner is very friendly, accommodating, and really wants to make sure you are satisfied with the whole experience. I recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a great wholesome Italian fare.
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