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888 Ristorante Italiano, San Carlos, CA

888 Ristorante Italiano

4.9
4.9
630 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
If you’ve ever enjoyed the 888 dining experience, you know it’s not like your average Bay Area Italian restaurant. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown San Carlos, 888 Ristorante Italiano brings authentic flavors of Italy to Laurel Street. 888 was created from a passion for Italian cuisine that’s deep-rooted in the Maddalena family. Owner Vince Maddalena and Chef Raul learned their craft through growing up in the restaurant industry. Specifically, Maddalena’s, owned by Vince’s dad for over 30 years in Palo Alto. When Vince’s dad closed shop, Vince knew he wanted to continue sharing his passion for food with the public. And so 888 was born! When it comes to cooking, we never take shortcuts. Almost all of our menu is made in-house and we keep things fresh by changing our dishes as seasons come and go. Enjoy our intimate dining experience with a significant other, family and friends or just let us know if you have a large group and we would be happy to accommodate. Your host, Vincenzo Maddalena, would like to welcome you to his restaurant for a unique dining experience of authentic Italian cuisine. Buon Appetito!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 630 people are saying

888 Ristorante Italiano reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Italian

  • Peninsula

    Best Overall

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    Best Service

  • Peninsula

    Best Ambiance

  • Peninsula

    Best Value

  • Peninsula

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
888 Ristorante Italiano offers a charming Italian dining experience with "excellent service and fantastic food." Guests rave about its "authentic Italian cuisine" and welcoming ambiance. Known for its diverse menu, standout dishes include the gnocchi and calamari. It's a favorite for locals, perfect for intimate dinners or special occasions.

630 Reviews
  1. Carol VIP

    San Francisco46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were lucky to get a table inside, as our reservation was for outside & it was a chilly night. They were so accommodating for us, as the small restaurant was full. The food & service were great. I had a special entree of shrimp & scallops with cherry tomatoes and a white wine sauce, which was delicious. My husband had a ribeye steak which was beautifully well seasoned. We shared a creme brûlée for dessert, which was so delicious. We’ll certainly be going back again!!

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  2. Shannon VIP

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was excellent great atmosphere and really enjoyed the food. The server even tracked down a half a bottle of Brunello for me. 

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  3. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious, the service was impeccable. I loved their special attention to my gluten-free needs. Their gluten-free bread was totally outstanding, and I loved my chicken piccata with gluten-free pasta! They offered really different wines by the glass, which was refreshing. This is a restaurant that is lovingly attended to by its owner and chef. Exactly what I want in a restaurant pretty much all the time, but especially when I want to connect with friends over a calming dinner.

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  4. Steve VIP

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A cozy neighborhood restaurant where the food is consistently good . Attentive service and a welcoming ambiance.

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  5. Luann

    San Francisco93 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at 888 is delicious!! Service is excellent. It’s small so not loud and noisy. Highly recommend!!

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  6. Terri

    San Francisco62 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had 8 for my mom’s birthday and the service was excellent. Everyone enjoyed the sole and chicken plus more. Cute small place in downtown San Carlos

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  7. Yvonne VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great Italian restaurant every dish is made with love. Been there several times and each visit never disappointed.

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  8. Sam

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Fettuccine Di Tartufo Bianco D’Alba is outstanding and worth returning for. Excellent service as well.

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  9. Sonia

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will come Back-loved everything about this cozy restaurant from the delicious appetizers and entrees to the decor, menu designs and music. Wonderful and friendly service and it was a delight to receive the owner Vincente's personal attention and wonderful conversation. Our nee favorite place when visiting the Peninsula.

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  10. Josie

    San Francisco86 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Revised review! While it was disappointing - the restaurant was too cold and my red wine was cold! The bread was cold! The carpaccio was ice cold - had to send it back, other the food was good. The Calamari was very good. The pastas were delicious. I had angel hair pasta with fresh tomatoes, garlic, etc., my husband had the special with seafood. The desserts were good too - I had cheesecake - homemade and my husband had crème broulee. However, I doubt we would return. Although, it would be a good restaurant to hold a private party.

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FAQs

888 Ristorante Italiano does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

888 Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.9 stars by 630 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for 888 Ristorante Italiano

888 Laurel Street, #3951, San Carlos, CA 94070

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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