Castello di Norcia - Ristorante Italiano Pizzeria
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I bring the family here every time I visit the area. It didn't feel quite as special on this occasion but I'm going to assume that was a blip. The service was still swift and the food was still good. The view still great and I still love that you can park on the drive at the side of the restaurant. I had food envy at my wife's salt and chili calamari starter and her beer battered fish and chips. My chicken liver pate was strong and flavorful but ribs weren't as tender as I'd hoped. That's the first time my food's not been outstanding here, so again, a blip. I wasn't greatly impressed with our waiter this time. When my wife asked whether she could have a side of vegetables with the boys' lasagne, he seemed unsure, turned as if to go and ask, then just turned back and said "no". We are the only people there bar another family of 4 (we came early on purpose) so it wouldn't have taken more than a free second to check. Eventually, we managed to get them some peas. It may just be that our waiter didn't understand us. I'm not judging...it's not like I speak Portuguese. It just didn't feel as attentive as our usual experience. The manager instantly recognised us so that was nice though. All in all, I'd still recommend it. One so-so experience doesn't cancel out the previous great ones. I'm actually thinking of going back tonight for the fish and chips. I just have one request. Please add chocaholic's dessert option. Chocolate fudge or chocolate brownie (without nuts) for those of us who only seem to get on with unadulterated chocolate. They almost got me with the Mississippi mud cake but I was put off by all that cream and other stuff.
Karl WilsonKarl Wilson
00
A warm and incredibly friendly welcome is followed by fantastic service, beautiful surroundings and high-quality food. Compared with another popular Italian restaurant with similar great views at the other end of the bay this place is a revelation. The waiters are clearly experienced, multilingual and know how to look after customers. The food is fresh, packed with flavour and authentic, it's also very well priced and the portion sizes generous. Having dined in Italy and many Italian restaurants over the years Castello Di Norcia is up there with the best of them. It's a pleasant walk, with great views along the way, from old town but there's also limited on-site parking as well as street parking nearby for those driving in. The outdoor terrace is lovely, the decor feels "elevated" and the views just perfect the experience further, especially at sunset. Highly recommended.
MichaelMichael
10
The place looks superb and is in a great location overlooking both the Marina and the ocean. Unfortunately, our dining experience was significantly less impressive. We arrived bang on 8pm for our reservation on the terrace and there were quite a few other tables already seated. We only wanted a main course and I ordered the Seafood risotto. It arrived almost exactly 15 minutes later and was pretty tasteless - certainly in terms of seafood. For it to arrive so quickly I assume the risotto is pre-cooked, or at least half cooked. The risotto was of the tomato variety, which is absolutely fine, but it tasted like a cross between Heinz Tomato Soup and Heinz Spaghetti Bolognese. There was hardly any taste of seafood, the few shells they decorated the dish with (mussels, clams, etc.) were mostly empty and there wasn't much seafood in the dish either. The staff were more polite and professional rather than friendly and, going by how fabulous the place looks, it was a thoroughly disappointing experience. We were glad we hadn't saved it for our last night, which we had considered because it looks so nice. My wife had the pork cheek which was tasty but quite small and it was one of the few items on the menu that didn't state if it came with vegetables, etc. A few minutes after ordering, she queried this and was advised it came with nothing else so she ordered some grilled vegetables as a side dish. It was a good job she did as the portion of pork cheek on it's own was rather small. I've given 3 stars and not less because it is still a lovely venue and perhaps we were unlucky. The food wasn't bad per se, it's just that my risotto is probably one of the most tasteless I've had in terms of a seafood flavour and my wife's pork cheek wasn't fantasticlly flavoursome either. And, when you consider we had finished our meals and drinks and walked out the door at 20:35, only 35 minutes after we arrived, you can probably appreciate why we're not giving it more than 3 stars 😬 I'm sure other people have had a great experience here but we can only grade it on our own experience.
Kev D999Kev D999
10
I had the pleasure of dining at Castello Di Norcia two nights in a row, and it was an unforgettable experience both times. The food is absolutely exquisite, with the cheesy garlic bread (focaccia classica) being a standout—it’s simply amazing! The cocktails are equally impressive, perfectly crafted to complement the delicious meals. The setting of the restaurant is beautiful, offering lovely views that enhance the dining experience. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive; we never had to wait long for service. Both nights, we ended up staying in excess of 4.5 hours, soaking in the wonderful atmosphere and exceptional service. I can’t recommend Castello Di Norcia highly enough. It’s a true gem!
Joe MillsJoe Mills
00
가격도 저렴하고 양도 많아요. 무엇보다 맛있고 직원들도 친절합니다. 파스타 면은 생면을 사용해서 더 특별했어요~~
S.H PARK (oxaries)S.H PARK (oxaries)
20
A lovely location with views of the sea and sunset over the marina (if your timing is right). Friendly staff, good service, and fairly priced.
Jeff BurridgeJeff Burridge
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