Il Cestino Gourmet — Restaurant in San Rafael

Found this place tucked away in a little shopping center next to a gluten free restaurant. In our party of four travelers one was gluten free. We were able to order a gluten free pizza and bring it to il Cestino. The pasta and raviolis and fresh-made on premises and the pizza crust was a perfectly prepared chewy oblong. We ordered a pepperoni pizza, a fettuccine with sauteed shrimp, a meat ravioli and a bottle of red wine and shared among 3 people, while our friend enjoyed her gluten free pie.we very much enjoyed each of the 3 items especially the shrimp fettuccine dish. The ravioli was tasty, but to my taste a bit too Al dente. We ordered it with pomodoro sauce, but next time I’ll try bolognese. Lovely staff, good food, Enjoyable,...

Superb Italian food served by people who really care to make the BEST meal! It is BETTER than the best Italian restaurants I have eaten at in Italy! Thank you for a divine meal! I have eaten in the best restaurants around the world and consider this to be at the...

This is our favorite restaurant for a casual weekend lunch. We go about once a month. The service and food are both great! We have brought family for birthday celebrations and out of town guests- everyone...