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Me and my son couldn't decide between the lasagne and a chicken and garlic pizza , I asked for chillies on as well . We mentioned during ordering that we were sharing and they brought the lasagne out in two smaller dishes which was ideal they were both delicious.i also had sticky toffee pudding I asked for it with cream OMG it was to die for .the prices were reasonable . atmosfeer was brilliant two people had birthdays and they were brought cakes out with a firework in and everyone in the restaurant sang to them .I enjoyed my evening .
Christine Layton . 2025-03-09
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We booked Aldos a couple of weeks ago for our daughters 18th birthday as we had family & friends who'd been & recommended it. She loves Italian food so she decided there was a good place. From the moment all 17 of us walked through the door we were welcomed with open arms & treated like we were regulars. I had emailed prior & asked if I could come & set the little room up with some decorations unfortunately there was a party booked in before us so I couldn't set it up, but they said if I dropped the decor off they would set it up. I didn't want to take the mic so only sent a couple of bits out of my party box. The room was set up beautiful. The food order was taken very quickly & brought out quickly too. It was just beautiful! Everyone enjoyed their food. The interaction with the staff & our party was 2nd to none. Normally you get is everything OK? & that's it. But not these guys. Over the course of the evening they came in had a chat, a laugh & banter with us! They definitely made the night & we will definitely be back! Thanks again! The Robson's party. 💜
Rebecca Robson (Bex) . 2025-03-08
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Great food, great atmosphere setting and atmosphere
Andrew Wilson . 2025-03-05
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Great night out ,food and staff fabulous
Janet Samuel . 2025-02-28
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Food amazing, atmosphere amazing, tried here on the off chance if a table and bever regretted it. Been a few times now and every time it's just WOW. Staff fantastic, just a really good place to eat.
samantha wild . 2025-02-23
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My first time here but not my last!! The swordfish I ordered was absolutely amazing , it was very busy and we were here to celebrate my sisters 50th birthday , the staff were lovely and friendly the food all arrived on time and hot for our party of 20 overall a lovely experience , can’t wait to come back !! Dawn -22/2/25
dawn watson . 2025-02-23
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This place is superb - excellent service, amazing food, great atmosphere. Aldo and his team do a wonderful job of making this the best restaurant in Bradford - my partner and I are happy to be a regulars!
N S . 2025-02-22
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Lovely place. Great atmosphere. Staff where very friendly. Food didn't take too long to come considering how busy it was.
heather gough . 2025-02-20
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First time trying this restaurant absolutely beautiful food and service definitely will be back in the future thankyou A***
Paul Smith . 2025-02-14
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Lovely restaurant. Delicious food and very friendly and attentive staff. I've been here twice so far, and it didn't fail to satisfy either time. It's quite big and popular, busy both times I was there but it didn't feel noisy, just a background animated bustle.
Ana Isabella Byrne . 2025-01-19
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We had a party of 13 of us to celebrate my Grandsons 18th Birthday .... staff were really friendly & welcoming... the food was delicious, & Aldo is such a funny guy ... highly recommended 👍...
Diane Smith . 2025-01-18
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Came here last night for my partner's 50th, on first impressions I was shocked by the attitude of the front desk staff. They ignored me for a couple of minutes then when another member of my party said something, they looked up from what they were doing. I told them my booking details and they just said "your table's not ready yet, go get a drink at the bar" no apology despite us being there at 6pm which is when I booked the table About 15 minutes later we were shown to our table. After looking at the menus etc. a waiter came to take our orders. He was very nice and friendly, made a fuss of our little boy, asked about Craig's birthday as he'd seen the cake. The food came and was delicious, everyone enjoyed their starters and mains. My little boy polished off most of an adult sized pizza as it had been ordered accidentally instead of a child's one. We were talking about not cutting the cake there as we were all full but the waiter was like no mate, I'm giving you the full works, took the cake brought it back out with a big sparkler candle and everyone sang happy birthday. I just want to give a shout out and say thank you to that waiter who made my partner's birthday night feel special and was really welcoming to us all. I would have given 5 stars for service if it hadn't been a bad first impression.
Vicky Rice . 2025-01-13
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We had an excellent time at one of Aldo's Christmas Party Nights - food & service was great & entertainment was good fun! Will definitely book for Christmas next year & visit food between now & then 😁
Sue B . 2025-01-08
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Went with a party of 21, couldnt fault it.Great atmosphere, food, and service
pamela naylor . 2024-12-23
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Thank you for a loving evening. Food was lovely and the staff were great! See you again soon
Dani Morrison . 2024-12-22
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Nice food, great atmosphere, and very good service. Was part of a large party so was a little crammed in but the gents service, and attention was great from everyone. Would like to go back as a smaller party as I think it would be even better.
Scott duffield . 2024-12-17
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We attended last night 29th as a large group for my granddaughter 13th birthday.we were in the beautiful marquee which was brilliant. The service was excellent and the food was amazing.Thank you Aldo & staff. We will certainly book again regards Mary W
Mary Womersley . 2024-11-30
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Solid family run restaurant, highly recommend.
Christopher . 2024-11-23
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It was great. Food excellent service very good
Medi Jones . 2024-11-22
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This restaurant was that good that it could knock my other reviews down a star to make room for it. I don't usually eat Italian as I find it boring but this place is a unique experience. I have never been somewhere where the staff were so attentive. Aldo himself too our order and picked my main. I wanted to east all the starters but what I did have was amazing. This place ticks all the boxes. Great service, food and reasonably priced. I will definitely go back.
James Preston (Jimbob Presticle) . 2024-11-16
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Celebrating my graduation at Aldo's Italian. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough, the food was absolutely stunning, the staff were amazing and so friendly and welcoming. The restaurant has such a lovely atmosphere, that I'd recommend it for anyone wanting a nice meal out. Thank you Aldo's Italian for helping make my graduation meal a fantastic evening.
Hope Sheridan . 2024-11-14
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Spent my birthday here with a mixed range of ages from babies to older adults and everyone in our party came away singing the praises of food staff and the whole atmosphere. Staff where on the ball from start to finish, will be back. 10 out of 10
Martin Barnett . 2024-11-01
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Always have fab food and lovely staff. Friendly, welcoming and always happy to help. Food is fantastic.
Jenny M . 2024-10-29
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The food is pretty average, kebabs were rock hard and barely any chicken in the pasta, put me off returning. Also the old Italian waiter just put the plates of food on the table without asking who’s was who’s we had to work out what dish was ours some looked very similar then it turned out we got two of them mixed up.
Luke . 2024-10-16
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What can I say about this wonderful place, 😍 we traveled from Dorset to see our wonderful family and friends up Bradford, this place is a goldmine, well worth the money, just wish they had down Dorset
Andy Phillips . 2024-10-08
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Best calzone I have ever had by far, would definitely recommend a meal there.
Andy Gibson . 2024-09-25
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Food excellent as always - my only issue is the noise. It is difficult to hold a conversation. Update 2024. Work was carried out a while ago to improve the acoustics. Whilst there is still background noise due the restaurant's popularity, it is within acceptable limits. PS the food is still amazing!
Allan Smith . 2024-09-23
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The food was absolutely beautiful service very quick and very friendly the atmosphere was excellent loved it will definitely go back here 💯
sandra marshall . 2024-09-22
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We had a lovely starter and main! The service was great! They waiter and waitress we had really made our evening! So hats off to them. The smells coming out of the kitchen were phenomenal. We were vegan so it was a little difficult but we were told which pasta was vegan and which pizzas can be used with vegan cheese! So it was great to see restaurants catering well to vegans! But the parking! Christ alive. Just forget it.. lol
Daley Parsons . 2024-09-15
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Best Italian food I've had had a lovely Birthday treat be back soon😊
Gail Metcalfe . 2024-08-31
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Was amazing in everything 10/10 recommend 😍
Fabienne Bland . 2024-08-24
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So pleased that we have discovered Aldo’s! It’s a lively family-friendly restaurant which offers superb value for money. The pizzas are so good. Our 7-year old grandson normally doesn’t eat much but he ate all his pizza and dessert, saying that everything was delicious! The staff were so friendly. A great place to go for family celebrations.
Tess . 2024-08-23
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Great in every respect. Great to meet Aldo's son too and get a photo.
Bev Howcroft . 2024-08-16
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Aldo is amazing! Food is first grade atmosphere is great!
Darren Hoyland . 2024-08-12
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Fantastic food. Sizeable portions. Great value for money. Very, very busy. Service was fantastic. The waiting staff were very pleasant & entertaining. Great night out. Would highly recommend. Need to book.
Alan M . 2024-08-12
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Beautiful food, extremely jolly and friendly team + lovely atmosphere ✨✨✨✨✨ you can find the true taste of Italy here
Natasha Meek . 2024-08-11
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Gabriel Colbeck . 2024-08-11
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Food was lovely and the service was quick and very friendly.
alex turner . 2024-08-05
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First visit, went to an Show Night The food, care and attention from the staff was first class
Sue Gomersall . 2024-08-02
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Beautiful food and a great atmosphere.
Paul Helm . 2024-08-01
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We celebrated my mums 57th birthday at Aldo's last weeks, and the food & service was second go non. Calzone went down a treat with my grandad, didn't rate the lamb kebab & my mum tried beef & mushroom stroganoff (which she says was delicious). My boys had pizza, which was super tasty, they said, chicken strips & chips went down well! My prawn started was lovely & i could resist steak for my main! Its was alttle pricey but well worth it...my steak was actually charcoaled & absolutely delicious 10/10 🥩🍽😍👌
Kerenza Grant . 2024-07-29
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First time at Aldo's today, the service and food was fantastic. I don't think I've ever seen my 2 young daughters eat so much. The portion sizes were massive and really tasty. We will 100% be back. Big thank you to Aldo and his team.
Damien Pearson . 2024-07-28
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First time at Aldo's today, the service and food was fantastic. I don't think I've ever seen my 2 young daughters eat so much. The portion sizes were massive and really tasty. We will 100% be back. Big thank you to Aldo and his team.
Damien Pearson . 2024-07-28
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Always good at Aldos. Host is a laugh and sorts all of your needs. Food is top stuff especially the pizzas.
Crowsith Crow . 2024-07-24
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Great recommendation from a family member. Would love to visit again soon. The food was excellent and friendly staff. 😀
Fay Dolman . 2024-07-21
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Great food. We had the meatballs to start, really tasty and just big enough for a starter. We had a pizza each for mains, one a prosciutto and one a pollo. Both really nice. The two courses for £18.95 made it really good value, and the service was excellent.
Adam V . 2024-07-19
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Beautiful food, and very friendly staff, excellent service.
Carrie Balmforth . 2024-07-19
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Hi we have been going to Aldos now for 6 years x Always so welcoming and polite , Aldo always makes you feel special along with staff . The food is always perfect and plenty of it , even if you haven't been for a while you are greeted so well . We are so happy to be able to dine here with friends and family. Thankyou see usoon. Marg and Andy Fayle x
Marg Fayle . 2024-07-16
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I've visited this restaurant twice and both times the service and food both excellent. I'm picky with food and found no faults. The owner is always around. Definitely a first choice for celebrating and dining.
Rose Mitchell . 2024-07-15
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Lovely food staff seem to be rush rush so didn't get asked if our food was ok while eating absolutely boiling in there to the point where I wasn't enjoying my meal 🙁
Julie Smith . 2024-07-14
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Just everything bloody brilliant, nearly enjoyed ourselves Aldo 🤪🍾🍻🍷🤣👍
Steve Somers . 2024-07-07
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Love Aldo's restaurant; front of house service is exceptional; great value italian food and always has a great vibe. Always a fun and entertaining night with consistent quality of food.
sarapatel1 . 2024-06-28
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Unfortunately my first visit was not what i was expecting. The food is not “home made” gnocchi were definitely store bought and chicken pikante gnocchi were not all that i had high hopes for this place but unfortunately was disappointed 😓
Olga Metz . 2024-06-25
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The food is excellent! Which made up for the slight inattentiveness of the staff, but they can be forgiven for that as it was an extremely busy time. They were friendly and courteous and well presented. If you want somewhere for a quiet meal, though, this is not the place, loud chatter, and music playing. All in all though an excellent place for eating! We shall return!
Alfred Grayson . 2024-06-15
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Food is amazing and friendly staff really recommend this place for food 😋
Matty kinsella . 2024-06-15
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Amazing food and very welcoming owners. Come here often, never disappointed!
Liv . 2024-06-14
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What can you say about this place that’s not be said before..Book before you just turn up.. it’s always busy because it’s the place where people really enjoy the marvellous food wine beer.. desserts. The food is faultless quality priced points are spot on. Aldo & the team work extremely hard making sure you enjoy your visit evening out & excel at delivering excellent food service the whole great eating experience Great Place,, Fabulous Food, Service' Staff are Brilliant ….Aldos Restaurant is the perfect restaurant for all celebrations BUT BOOK SAVES YOU WAITING ROGER. RPS 😎
Roger Pinto-Smith . 2024-06-13
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If you're in their click... you get great service with a cheer.. if not tough!
Lee Ward . 2024-06-11
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5 stars all round great service amazing food
L B . 2024-06-10
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The word of mouth is the best form of advertising. We were told about Aldo’s by a friend. My wife booked it last week for my birthday today. When we arrived the welcome was very friendly, a big smile from the young receptionist. Straight away we could feel a warm friendly atmosphere, the restaurant was quite busy but a guy named Teal showed us to our table & asked if we would like drinks while deciding on our food. The table was immaculately clean, the cutlery was spotless, that’s always a plus. The food we decided on was piping hot & amazingly tasty, the after service can’t be faulted. The general feel about the place was warm, relaxed & welcoming. On the way out we were introduced to Mr Aldo, he seemed genuinely pleased to hear this was a first visit by us to the restaurant & he sincerely hoped we would be back soon. I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a relaxing hot meal at a very reasonable price to give Aldo’s at Greengates a visit. You will not be disappointed.
xblomperstical . 2024-06-09
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Favourite Italian in BD10 Outstanding with Excellent Service And Friendly Staff
Gary Christopher-reid . 2024-06-05
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Aldis was such a treat! Will be coming here again and often. 10/10 food and service.
Dovahblossom . 2024-06-04
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Great food and very friendly service. Had the lamb shank yummy.
Chris Stones . 2024-06-01
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Fabulous food, superb staff and such a lovely place to go.
Angela Campbell . 2024-05-30
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Excellent. Went in on a Sunday afternoon. Very reasonably prices. Food was excellent. We were well and truly looked after. Highly recommend
For Health . 2024-05-28
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Brilliant Tina Turner tribute act. Food was amazing too.
Amanda “AJNutch” Nutchey . 2024-05-21
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Great little place, wonderful welcome from the one and only Aldo... 👌🏻😊👍🏻
Garry Exley . 2024-05-18
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Well what can I say. I was really looking forward to my visit. It was totally spoilt by the over zealous owner who seemed to just want to rush us out of there. Taking our plates while someone was still eating. But said "here you can eat your chips" which were in a separate bowl!! My plate still had lots of food on it but it was taken. Very strange. He seemed angry at us and kept walking past staring and muttering. He was also angry because the place wasn't full. It seemed pretty full to me. We won't be visiting again sadly. Back to our usual Italian where we are also offered limoncello with our bill, and it's cheaper. Plus we're always made very welcome. Ciao.
Jean Brown . 2024-05-17
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Food and service always amazing
nicola burns . 2024-05-14
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Great food. Great atmosphere 👌 the team is so friendly and offer top service 👍
Christine Jones . 2024-05-14
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First time here after some recommendations and wasn't sure what to expect but it was above and beyond my expectations. This place is buzzing with atmosphere, every table was taken with groups of family and friends enjoying themselves. The noise level is not an issue so you can chat to people with no problems. The food is amazing full of flavour and really good portion size. Every staff member were brilliant, very attentive and looked after you all evening and never felt rushed. The owner is brilliant and he took time to talk to us after our meal. Things you need to know. 1. Booking is essential. They do not take online bookings so you have to phone up during the day. 2. There is a small carpark onsite, but if that is full there are nearby carparks you can use and the staff will tell you where they are. If you have not been before, ask them where they are before setting off so you know where to go. The food is amazing and portion sizes are very generous. For the price and the high quality meals you will find it very hard to anything better. No wonder they had a full house on a Saturday night. Really looking forward to going back again very soon now I know you need to book first and where to park.
Basil Parylo . 2024-05-12
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Great food, excellent service 👌
Daniel Harris . 2024-05-08
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Best food best atmosphere best staff
Paul Hopkins . 2024-05-03
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Excellent value food. Always busy in there and once you've eaten there it's obvious why.
Chris Brearley . 2024-05-03
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Excellent night food was great atmosphere great service ok was very busy so go to be a little patient
Peter Morton . 2024-04-29
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First time we have been here, the food was amazing, the service was amazing, the staff very tentative. Cant wait to go back.
madmickuk09 . 2024-04-27
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Haven't been for a few while but won't leave it as long now before returning. Sunday lunch was amazing with plenty of meat, Yorkshire pudding, and vegetables. Really great value 2 courses for £18.95. The deserts were mouth wateringly delicious. The staff were excellent, as was the atmosphere.
Pam Ward . 2024-04-21
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What a nice restaurant and the best Italian in the area. We had the corgette fries to start, then lamb shank for main and stuffed past in a tomato sauce. All washed down with a bottle of Chillean Merlot. The service was good and fast. Worth a visit! Been there twice now. Very nice again!
Meeker Man . 2024-04-08
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Always had a fantastic meal at Aldo’s. Aldo and the team always very helpful and food is always top notch
Kurtis Mcdonald . 2024-04-07
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Wow love this place absolutely number 1 for food atmosphere staff quality and friendliness
Gary Reed . 2024-03-26
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Booked a table what a joke .staff took over 10mins to even acknowledge we were actually stood at reception.
Lynne Tomlin . 2024-03-25
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First time at aldo's it was great will go again.
Keith Baird . 2024-03-21
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We used to go to the family restaurant down bolton Road and now will certainly go back to aldo's at Greengates lovely food and lovely people.
keith goodwin . 2024-03-21
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Had issue with bill, the waiter was very rude and his attitude was appauling, he went as far as saying he didnt want me to go again, well thats not good customer service to me. Wont be going again.
janice kitch . 2024-03-17
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It was great well worth a visit highly recommended
David Priestley . 2024-03-17
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Absolutely shocking service by staff, horrible people. Told us to not return when talking to them about a problem we had. Don’t go if you want rude staff and bad food.
Joshua McCarton . 2024-03-16
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Great food, good staff, recommended booking.
Richard Harrison . 2024-03-12
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Had a great meal this evening ,the ribeye was out of this world.Will be back soon.
Peter Cleworth . 2024-03-11
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Really nice restaurant. The food was perfect with lots to choose from. I want to go again tonight to try something else. The team of staff where great always keeping an eye out to see if you needed anything. 1st time going last night and it will definitely not be the last. Thank you. Or and the prices where not over the top, I paid for what we got which was nice too.
Paul McMullen . 2024-03-10
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Best restaurant I've been to in a while. Fantastic service, friendly staff great food
Moss Bank Clinic . 2024-03-10
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Absolutely love this place, quality food, quality service, quality entertainment, been multiple times. Whether just eating or going to one of the entertainment nights you are always guaranteed excellent food and service. Nearly every mouthful is like an explosion of paradise and joy on the taste buds. The pictures I've posted aren't the best quality, so do not do the food any justice
Mark Lawrence . 2024-03-08
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Well nice starters but been here since 7.30pm now after 9pm and still no main course. Some food great as usual however one puza burnt under and raw on top and lasagna too much cinnamon. Deserts lovely.
Amanda Fisher . 2024-03-01
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Amazing food, this is how you run a restaurant! Great service polite friendly staff and fantastic Food. Been a big fan of the families Restaurants for year's.
Moss Bank Services . 2024-02-26
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The restaurant was really busy but the staff were great and the food on time and really tasty. Our large group had a variety of dishes and didn't disappoint. I'd recommend this venue and if the main car park is full there's an overflow area further down the road less than a minutes walk
David Harrison . 2024-02-14
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We visited Christmas Eve and had a lovely meal. My son wanted a different filling for the Calzone and they changed it for him. I asked for no prawns with the salmon and my husband's chicken meal had fantastic flavour in the sauce. We will certainly come back as the food was great and service was good.
Pamela Chambers . 2024-02-13
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I attended a large 40th birthday celebration there on Sunday. I know Aldo and his family since the days of Ital and he has no doubt continued with the high standards at his own place. A truly enjoyable experience. Well done to Aldo and all his staff.
socrates pan . 2024-02-05
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I have driven past Aldo’s lots of times and seen how popular it seems to be. Having now been I understand why this is. Having arrived early at 5pm the place was soon buzzing. The staff were really friendly and attentive. The Italian menu offered lots of choice with a set price approach offering good value for money. All four of us really enjoyed our food. Will definitely visit Aldo’s again.
Gavin Cawthra . 2024-02-03
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What a fantastic Restaurant we will absolutely be back.
Toni Moody . 2024-02-01
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Great staff and good. Atmosphere, the only thing was that the food was a let down. Pizza was undercooked and the pasta was overcooked
Emil J. D. . 2024-01-31
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Absolutely fantastic every time we have been. Several family birthdays over the last couple of years have been celebrated here. The steak is the best around and the service and atmosphere is second to none. Highly recommend
Paul Bentley . 2024-01-31
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We ordered 2 rib eye steaks, both of which were fatty and gristly. We mentioned this to the waiter who spoke to the chef and explained that unfortunately this is how they are. I’ve never had fatty rib eye before so can only think these were poor quality. The rest of the food was lovely and the service was great but as this is the second time I’ve been left disappointed with my main meal (last year I returned my lasagne as it was terrible) so we probably won’t be returning here.