Chianti Cucina
- rating
- 4.5
- address
- 7416 Redwood Blvd, Novato, CA 94945, USA
- website
- http://www.chiantinovato.com/
- place id
- ChIJATlVDmO7hYARwFokZRfRwd4
- collection
- Marin public-source records
- observed at
- 2026-10-11T00:07:43.670Z
- review count
- 343
- google maps url
- https://maps.google.com/?cid=16051340445336492736&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA
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Recorded 2026-10-11
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Very disappointing experience. The waitress didn’t write our order down, and it showed. We asked for an appetizer without cheese, but it arrived with cheese. I ordered spaghetti alle vongole and was served spaghetti carbonara instead. The only good dish was the penne al pomodoro. The gnocchi tasted more like flour than potatoes, and the pasta was either drowning in tomato sauce or watery. As three Italians, we expected much better. Unfortunately, we won’t be coming back.
Emanuele Dadda · Chianti Cucina · review of place
Google
What an amazing restaurant and experience. My wife and I went there for our anniversary and wanted something that was a little different than our usual family/kid-friendly style restaurant and heard great things about Chianti Cucina so we gave it a shot. I'm glad we did. Upon entering it has a cozy, old world and dare I say...somewhat romantic atmosphere(?). However, the floors are tile and it stays busy so it might be loud if you go in peak times. The service makes up for it in every metric though. Our server was very attentive, very knowledgeable regarding the food and wine menu and she was fast! I was actually surprised, I don't mind a dining experience that is a little slower paced when I'm on date night. The food is so flippin' good! I had a Ravioli special with short rib and a pomodoro sauce and the flavors were just spectacular! The quality of the dish was probably the finest pasta dish i've had in Novato. The freshness of the tomatoes in the sauce, the fresh herb medley on top with a slight sprinkling of parmesan really balanced out the heavier cheese/short rib ravioli base. The whole thing had a nice blend of flavors. I topped it off with a Napa wine. My wife chose an italian wine, I was not as daring lol. If we had more time and more space I would definitely try some dessert. Next time for sure! I can't wait to go back.
R8CEHORSE · Chianti Cucina · review of place
Google
Good Italian food. The atmosphere is a little Italian cheeky, could use a refresh. It's not fine dinning but feel like a special place for the community. There were a lat of family and friends gatherings all around us. It felt nice 😌! Good wine, drinks, and yes, they have beer. Save room for dessert!
Jean Perez · Chianti Cucina · review of place
Google
The staff are so kind and accommodated us despite no reservation. We were fortunate enough to eat on the patio and it was lovely. The food was delicious my kid said it was her favorite pasta. We will be back! Thank you to Juliette for squeezing us in and for the incredible service!
Laurie Torres · Chianti Cucina · review of place
Google
Each time I go it's better than the last time. The service was elegant, the food outstanding and my party of four loved their dishes. I am very fussy about Italian food, especially because I've been to Italy so many times. So for great Italian food, I don't have to travel to Italy anymore.
Bill Davis · Chianti Cucina · review of place
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