Real Italian Gusto

24 High St, Medford
(781) 396-1656

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Tim Ebner

Had no reservation so I guess you get what you deserve. The hostess told us it should not be too long for the bar. Stood and waited one hour and forty five minutes and not a single person at the bar left even though several had no food or drinks in front of them for almost a half hour. The staff never approach us during our wait and only offered dirty looks. Unforgivable!!

Jayme Solomon-Zissu

We love this gem. It is fabulous. The food is great and close to the theater.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brian Leonard

Good, but not great. Portions are very small, particularly the ravioli. Some dishes were great and others were just OK. It was better before 2021

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Natashya S

I avoided this lovely place for 10 long years thinking they didn't have GF options (and why would I want to torture myself?). I'm happy to say they can swap out any pasta now with GF penne (except lasagne!) and even made my lemon chicken piccata with vegetables without flour so I could enjoy it too! Very fresh, delicious food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ashley renaud

me and my boyfriend went here for dinner tonight. immediately loved the atmosphere. the staff is super friendly and accommodating. the food was delicious. as someone with a severe tree nut allergy they were very accommodating. definitely recommend. a hidden gem!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joan Helfman

If you’re going to put dense, flavoless white bread on the table, at least serve it with butter or oil. We ordered Fra Diavolo pasta with seafood. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the seafood was overcooked and tasteless. Had the waitress come back to our table to ask how the meal was, I would have sent it back. I never got the opportunity. The setting was lovely but as loud as a rock concert

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

Marius Balan

The food was horrible, inedible, tasteless, and 2 portions of pasta were uncooked. A waste of food. The cook line must be fired asap. Shame . Couldn't eat . Shame

Food: 1

Ellen Mcdavitt

We had 6:00 reservations for 4 , and arrived at 5:55. We were seated immediately in a perfect area as we had a friend with a hearing deficit , unknown to them. The waitress, Emily was terrific. The food was terrific. Two of the party ordered the lemon chicken, presentation , freshness and flavors were excellent . One ordered the chicken Milanese and loved it and I had the appetizer scallops with baby spinach , toasted albuterol in a lemoncello sauce that “was outstanding” I will try to make this at home to enjoy and for company . ( The restaurant is about 2 hours from home) we had tickets to go to the Chevalier Theater and we could a we walk to iit from there. Great place, but noisy despite tiles on the ceiling . Loved it! Ellen McDavitt

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

yu lan

As an Italian restaurant, the pizza is pretty good. The beef is very delicious, but I am not used to the taste of lamb.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Michael Mitchell

I love the pizza here!

Patrick Collins

Fun atmosphere on a busy Friday. The table had a little view of the river. The food was just ok, ingredients were fresh but flavors were Bland and lacking execution on the dishes. For good Neapolitan pizza in the area with a similar price, go to Ciao.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Ed Antonelli

This is the fourth major party that I have hosted here. They never disappoint. Management is fantastic. The staff is equally as fantastic and the food is the best. Can’t wait to do it again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bonnie Hoefer

My friend and I arrived a bit before the posted opening time and were allowed in to enjoy a glass of wine while we waited. The owner and his staff were all very welcoming and attentive. The food was excellent! This was my third visit to this wonderful restaurant. We loved being seated at the windows with a view of the river. Beautiful☺️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Terri Krangel Pogoda

We have always had a good meal here. Their pizzas are authentic, and the pasta and chicken dishes are delicious. I highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Caroline Lee

Wonderful atmosphere!! Authentic and delicious Italian food that makes you feel like you’re in Italy. The tiramisu cocktail is a must! Thank you Francesca for the amazing food and lovely dining experience. Can’t wait to come back soon!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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