Christo's ristorante

06/05/08

Good value

by insbordnat at Citysearch

As for the positives, an incredible value. The food was extremely reasonable and the service was pretty attentive.

After reading the reviews, I expected a high quality ristorante that people were raving about featuring authentic northern italian food. The choices were good typical "american" italian fare, such as Caesar salad (not really italian, but everyone always expects it), saltimbocca, penne pomodoro, etc. I really missed seeing an arrugula salad, more interesting antipasti, risotto, gnocchi, etc. I had the Veal Saltimbocca which was good.

I guess for a "ristorante", I was thinking soups, salads, and more courses, which is more familiar to me, e.g. salad, soup, small portions of pasta/risotto, with secondi entrees of lamb, veal, seafood, followed by an italian dessert (tiramisu is a little overplayed, perhaps a nice italian fruit tart, sorbetto, etc.).

Contrasted with the crumby chain italian-american restaurants (Maggiano's, Macaroni Grill), this place is a gem. Compared to other northern italian ristoranti, it leaves something to be desired, but overall a good place with reasonable food at great prices.

• Pros: Great value, reasonable food, good service
• Cons: Ordinary menu, relatively average fare

09/13/07

Best Orange Duck Ever!!!!

by emerson1958 at Citysearch

I highly recommend Christo's!!!! From the moment, you walk in the ambiance and elegance will set you in the mood for a wonderful evening... The service is wonderful!!!! I commend the staff for seeing too all of your wants & needs.... You'll never have to wait for anything at your table, and what I truly love is that your Maitre d ? makes you feel like you are the only one in the restaurant... Now that is great service!! As for the food, simply put " Delicious.." This is a perfect place for any special occasion, like Valentine's Day!!! If you looking for a great food, wonderful service at a good price then Christo's is for you!!!

09/13/07

Most Wonderful Veil

by smittykai at Citysearch

This is the best restaurant in Phoenix by far. The atmosphere and the cuisine are excellent, not to ritzy or pricey yet elegant and quant. The service is highly attentive to customers and the food is out of site! The seafood is brought in fresh daily; the bread is always warm and fresh. Your glass never reaches the half way mark servers are anticipating you before you think you need more. In the bar area they have wonderful music and singing serenading the crowd as you enjoy your meal. Everyone we have taken there or gone on their own has enjoyed the place. The folks who run the place take pride in their work and stand by it. I recomend this place to any and everyone..... Ciao

• Pros: Good Food, good atmosphere, still hold reservations, very elegant
• Cons: Not a place for loud little ones