Cristina Ristorante Italiano

We go here so often as a family for special occasions, it’s our secret spot lol. Great food, great service and great prices! Glad it’s still pretty low key and we can always get a table. Best Italian in Wheaton (and silver spring altogether)! Thanks Cristina’s, we’ll be back soon!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I got take out here and I loved it! It was so yummy and did not taste gentrified haha

Parking: street parking.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Ravioli Di Aragosta

Came here for a family dinner and everything was phenomenal! Even the kids mac and cheese was delicious, we kept stealing bites from the toddler. 11 people ordered and 11 people were happy and full in the end. 10/10, highly recommend.

Kid-friendliness: Great kids meal with excellent options. They have high chairs as well for the little ones. And he brought our 4 year old a water cup without asking.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gamberi Cristina

Elmer was very welcoming and the best server! The food was great and the small details really made the experience so wonderful. will absolutely be back! thank thank you to you elmer and the chef!

Wheelchair accessibility: ramp at entrance. the tables are setup with a bit of a narrow path - but there are tables near the window that would avoid those tight spaces.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Beautiful small business serving Italian creations. My favorite is chicken Wheaton and gamberini (stuffed crab shrimp).

Kid-friendliness: Family atmosphere. Well behaved children are ok.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gamberi Cristina

Great local Italian restaurant. All great, but a little pricey. We will continue to come and enjoy their food even if we pay a few $ more.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Classic Veal Parmigiano, Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana

My friend and I came here for lunch on Tuesday afternoon, and were beyond impressed by the food and service exceeded our expectations!!! Christian was the BEST! He offered great recommendations, and shared the history of the restaurant with us. I’ll definitely be back!! Be sure to the pistachio cake when you come by!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing meal- started with Burrata crostini, followed by gnocchi in a truffle cream sauce. The BEST gnocchi, homemade, melt in your mouth. I never order gnocchi because when I ask if it is homemade I’m told it’s not. Cristina’s is the real deal. Reminiscent of meals on the Amalfi Coast. This chef delivers a quality product. Stellar service from Christian.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Such a hidden gem. I never write reviews but this place is too good not to. The food is amazing and our server Elmer was beyond fabulous. He was the kindest, softest of heart gentleman that couldn’t have done a better job.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had a wonderful lasagna with really tasty meat- the flavor was excellent! The service was great and very friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cristina Ristorante is a hidden gem akin to NY style Italian restaurants. In a world of fastfood and chain restaurants it is a blessing to find places that stand out and stand on their own. This is fine dining at a reasonable price that leaves you feeling like a king. We hope to get back again soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Vitello Ala Parmigian, Mozzarella Caprese

Great Italian restaurant in Wheaton, Maryland. Delicious food, fast and excellent service!

Vegetarian options: Eggplant Parmesan (exquisite)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Marsala, Vitello Ala Parmigian, Mozzarella Caprese

Unfortunately I was not much a fan of the meal. I placed it to go and the food was done earlier than expected which was nice and it came with bread and an olive oil with spices. I ordered spaghetti and meatballs. I saw the ratings were pretty good so I was hopeful. Sadly, the sauce tasted like something out of a can. The meatballs were decent. For the portions given and the taste it was way too much for 20 dollars. Overall I am disappointed in my experience and do not plan on returning.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

Everytime I'm near Wheaton, MD, I go to Christina. EVERYTHING is fantastic!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chocolate Lava Cake, Chicken Piccata, Vitello Ala Parmigian

the whole dining room smells like a bathroom. Place needs to be upgraded asap. It's disgusting. however, the kitchen is cooking the best pasta in Wheaton