Christo's ristorante

Such a great place. This is fantastic Italian Food!! It is kind of tucked away and you might not notice that it is there, but it is awesome. I just love their pasta and their bread is awesome.  View Less … View More

Like being in Italy without ever leaving Phoenix.. 15 years ago a client of mine took me to lunch at Christo's for a business meeting and let me tell you, it was amazing! I was so impressed that I took my wife there, that same day, for dinner. We both fell in love with the place. The service is impeccable, the management is extremely personable and are happy to see you every time. Above all, the food is the unbelievable. Everything I have ever tried has been extremely tasty and AUTHENTIC!! I would almost go as far as saying that "Christo's does Italian food better than the Italians". It truly is a dining experience. The owner, his wife or sons are always there to oversee the establishment. When you walk in, the elegance and ambiance take you by surprise. Don't judge this book by its cover, because frankly it is one of the best Phoenix has to offer. They have the freshest fish, and unbelievable duck and ossobuco... Dont worry, they serve mouthwatering pasta dishes as well. There is something for everyone. Whether you're having a business meeting, a romantic date or celebrating a birthday or anniversary, this is the place!! I leave so happy every time, not only is the food amazing, but soup, salad and endless bread are always included with every entree!  View Less … View More

Thank you. Thank you all for 24 years of continued support! All your words and feedback are greatly appreciated and have been taken into sincere consideration! Hope to see you soon!  View Less … View More

Good value. 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.  View Less … View More