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4.6Ambience4.6Cuisine4.6Price4.6Service
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Me and my partner have visited Soleto this evenning -everything was awsome: dinner's meal, waiter service and aura in this place are gorgeous, Soleto is restaurant really worth visiting.

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marzena_666 . 2021-12-23

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We had our work Christmas party here. Unfortunately we lost 10 to the ongoing covid situation but George was very understanding. We had a lovely evening, George came out to see us and was great; he even swapped out my dessert to something choclately and delicious. The ambience in the restaurant was good, service was spot on, all 14 of us had a really good time and I suspect that some or all of us will be back in the future one way or another.

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minxrat . 2021-12-20

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We managed to book a table for after the theatre as they were fully booked at earlier times and although we ate later than we expected , they did not fail to impress us . Everything was perfect! From the greeting at the door , to the warm decor to the flavourful food, this place managed to go beyond our expectations. This is definitely a restaurant everyone needs to go and visit!Thank you and I will definitely be back hopefully soon.

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jackaD8047VW . 2021-12-14

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My daughter came accross the restaurant on someone she follows Instagram and suggested 8 of us go there to celebrate passing her exams.One word..WOW.. This restaurant is Southamptons best kept secret. We were so lucky to have what felt like the fine dining table.The food was outstanding,all prepared from scratch do can cater to allergiesand intolerances so you get to enjoy all the menu.The service was fantastic and so friendly with some banter,The owners have created a wonderful ambience throughout the restaurant and are so passionate about their food and ensuring all their guests are made very special.If you haven't visited well you must.We all certainly will be returning very soon.Thank you team Soleto for making a fabulous weekend just perfect

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hampshirelilykins . 2021-12-12

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Great food and first class service from Team Soleto last night. Thank you for making our birthday celebration such a success!! Front of house team were great fun.

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IanR_13 . 2021-12-12

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Good was amazing.It wasn't busy when we went but the staff clearly didn't want to serve us. Served our food and I asked for some sauce but she was walking away then asked for water and again she had already turned to leave. It was not a busy shift at all. Not very welcoming. Then a £9 service charge was added to the £65 bill. We were rushing to get to the theatre so paid it but I definitely wish we hadn't. The food was really lovely but the service and sneaky "service charge" was not great. Next time I go to the theatre I'll go elsewhere

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HanLou22 . 2021-12-11

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The location of this restaurant is perfect if you are visiting The Mayflower for a matinee or evening performance. Literally a stones throw.The exterior is smart and once inside the dining area opens up, with more space than one may have expected. The seating is comfortable and decor tasteful.We ate on Saturday lunchtime and there was a good mix of couples and families. A nice hubbub of chat and the ambience was relaxed.Service was excellent from initial greeting all the way through until we left. Our three boys had some lovely interaction with our waitress who clearly makes a special effort to make all welcome - even younger diners.The food was excellent. We enjoyed impressively large prawns, fish and calamari for starters. All flavoursome and cooked to perfection. For mains we had ribeye steaks (cooked exactly as ordered) fish special, salmon and rack of lamb. Again all very good and cooked exceptionally well.As it was lunch, we ordered one bottle of wine - Sicilian white and the cheapest on the menu. A hint of sweetness and much better than expected for the price.The staff are clearly aware many patrons will be attending the theatre and in an efficient but relaxed way, ensured everyone was served in a timely fashion. It was also lovely when the chef/owner enquired at each table as to people's meals.An unreserved 5 stars for food, service and location. We felt this restaurant offered good value and is competitively priced considering the high quality offering.

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Brownbear1977 . 2021-11-29

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I was recommended this cosy restaurant by a foodie client and I was not disappointed.From the moment you arrive you feel welcomed and the romantic ambiance and decor is perfect for couples.The food is incredible and authentic Italian.The chef/owner goes out of his way to accommodate your wishes and his passion is obvious.Would 100 recommend to anyone wanting to experience an intimate night of gastronomic pleasure.

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907davinal . 2021-11-29

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We had booked a table here prior to a show at The Mayflower Theatre (located opposite). The menu was extensive, as was the specials board. Polite and helpful staff, and a great atmosphere.Priced perfectly, high quality produce, and beautiful crockery.The staff were happy to recommend dishes, and I thought it was a lovely touch that the chef came out to each table to check on his guests. I will definitely return!

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AnnaMatthews1 . 2021-11-24

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We wanted to eat lunch before a show at the Mayflower Theatre but we already knew that the pub next door to the theatre was fully booked and not being local, we had no idea what else was in the area till we arrived. Then we found this little Gem of a Bistro nearly opposite the theatre. Again they were fully booked inside but they did have a couple of tables outside with a patio heater, so we took it. We both had the Tagliatelle Alfredo with the best Garlic bread I have had for a long long time ! It was all very delicious and the service was great !

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Mark B . 2021-11-21

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There is no denying the food is good and about the best tiramisu I've had in a restaurant, but at £28 for the lowest priced bottle of house wine was a real disappointing sting in the tail

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Alan F . 2021-11-16

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Absolutely first class, food was lovely, not expensive and service was amazing even when they are busy. Thoroughly recommend, you won’t be disappointed.

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Bazzer500 . 2021-11-14

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While looking for somewhere to eat pre-theatre, we found this absolute goldmine of a restaurant. All three courses were sublime, fresh and full of flavour! The staff were knowledgeable, attentive but most importantly we didn’t feel rushed or that anything was too much trouble. Thank you for a fabulous lunch.

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lisadG3211SS . 2021-11-13

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Sometimes the old adage that the way to a man's heart is through is stomach rings so true, the sheer pleasure of the food conjures a strong emotional response and this evening, for me, that got very close to the surface.-Just a stone's throw form the wonderful Mayflower Theatre / MAST and within an easy stroll of Southamption Central, from the outside Soleto looks smart but unassuming. Step inside and you are immersed in a relaxing world. -The dining room is full of charming visual pardoxes. It is narrow, but not cramped. The decor is chic, yet rustic - the walls adorned but not cluttered with an eclectic mix of mirrors, pictures and empty frames that compliment the pot pourri of assorted tables and chairs. Chandeliers provide gentle ambient light whilst flickering candles underscore a sense of intimacy.-The staff were exceptionally friendly but not overbearing and with a great sense of informal humour that made us feel welcome and relaxed even before we perused the menu.-There are not enough superlatives for the food and we found ourselves drawn to the mouth watering options on the SPECIALS board. For starters my partner enjoyed a wonderful BAKED CAMEMBERT, subtly infused with garlic cloves and rosemary. Meant for two but far too good to share (although I did get a few tasters!). For my part I was tempted by SEARED SCALLOPS - I have to be very happy with a restaurant before I will order these - the dressing they came served with with was a real treat for the taste buds, full of so many flavours without overwhelming the scallops themselves.-The bar set sufficiently high, we awaited our mains with much anticipation, both of which were from the Specials Board. My partner went for a (half) RACK OF LAMB, served lightly pink and tender accompanied with perfectly cooked vegetables. My PRAWN LINGUINE was out of this world, a generous serving of tender prawns and again a subtle dressing that gently massaged my taste buds with a vast array of complimentary flavours. I said at the time that, without question, this went down as one of my TOP THREE PASTA MEALS ever!-The chef also put in an appearance to make sure we were happy with the food, which was a nice touch. I don't know if this happens regularly but we were the first in the restaurant that evening and service hadn't yet taken off. A very nice gesture, non-the-less.-The dilemma of chosing a desert followed but I'm not sure there were any wrong choices. Both The CHOCOLATE TART and the TIRAMISU appeared to be quite small portions but they were rich, very rewarding and actually just the right amount.-All in all, with a large glass of red wine each, the bill came to about £130 but as a special post-matinee treat it was worth every penny and we can't wait to return.

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Clive B . 2021-11-06

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Not been into Southampton for a long time, lots of places had changed. Decided to book here before going to the theatre and what a great choice. A small and warming hidden gem. Food and service was excellent. One of us has allergies and they were very accommodating. We had two delicious meals. Would highly recommend.

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KathN240 . 2021-11-05

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Booked for my girlfriend’s birthday and glad I did, food was great and staff were attentive and friendly, fantastic night and compliments to the chef, cheers feller!

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jamesaY7724HQ . 2021-11-02

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We just got off a cruise ship and had been looking for a great restaurant to finish off our holiday. From start to finish this restaurant was nothing short of exceptional. The service was top notch and staff were attentive, friendly and knowledgable. The real star of the show was the extensive menu and quality of the food. I can highly recommend the meatballs for starter and fish of the day (sea bream) for main. Hands down the best Italian meal outside of Italy we have had. It was a nice touch with the chef coming out to check on he customers from time to time. Also, the atmosphere was very relaxed and laid back which we liked… there was no rush to give up our table and actually wanted to stay on for a drink after we had finished. Highly recommend.

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maximusas1976 . 2021-10-30

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We had not tried the restaurant before but as we were going to the theatre it was an ideal location. Okay so the pizza oven was broken but that could happen anywhere…we went for pasta instead and paid well over £80 for 3 plates of prawn linguine. It was tasty but then we have all eaten in Italian restaurants close by and had same quality meal but for approx £10 a head less - we also later realised a 10% service charge had also been added. Conclusion for us is we will eat at similar restaurants and enjoy our wine and drinks included at the same price that Soleto charge.

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DiddyDoo65 . 2021-10-29

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We visited this restaurant as we had been here before and really enjoyed it. I phoned to book 2 weeks in advance and when we arrived they had no booking for us! The service was not great (for which they charged us £10) and the food average. The specials were displayed and £27.95 for king prawn linguine was astonishing! Fillet steak was £34.00 which we saw arrive on the table opposite with 19 French beans. Very disappointing since out last visit. Will not return

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537elainep . 2021-10-28

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Chanced upon this little beauty while searching for a pre theatre dinner and we’re blown away by the service and quality of the food. Every single dish we had was way above anything we’d ever tasted. Kudos to George, the Greek owner and chef. The 2 waitresses were welcoming, friendly and helpful. The restaurant had a warm atmosphere, tasteful decor and had pleasing low key lighting and background music. Everything needed for a perfect meal out. Top notch and utterly astonished at this perfect gem. We WILL return!

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lynwhite305 . 2021-10-27

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Lovely food. But I have to agree with the previous comment regarding the waitress. Seemed to dislike us the minute we walked in and made us feel very uncomfortable. Not how you want to be treated.

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jay049 . 2021-10-25

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Went to Soleto for a pre theatre meal and had some very good food and a lovely evening with friends Strangely , for absolutely no reason, we seemed to have annoyed the waitress who was damn right rude and very dismissiveIt was totally unnecessary so we will not be returning

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Norks123 . 2021-10-17

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Visited with my friend from Jersey before heading to theatre ...Great food and service ....will definitely be returning

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N983HJtinah . 2021-10-17

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Went to Soleto having been recommended by a few friends. Restaurant is small but perfectly formed. Pretty inside and feels very authentic.We ordered scallops, and squid as starter. Both were exquisite. Then a fillet steak and lobster linguine as main course. Fillet was served black and blue… perfectly cooked, and I will be craving the lobster linguine for some time to come!!This is a busy restaurant, and we can see why, as we believe this is - by far - one of the best restaurant in Southampton. Wine list is good, with lots of choice and decent full bodied reds for under £40 a bottle. Price range varies, from Ravioli to Lobster, this little gem of a restaurant has it all… oh, did i mention the divine chocolate salted caramel tart…? Served with two spoons as we had feasted to excess!!Love this restaurant and will be back, regularly. Thanks to the staff for a lovely evening and for sorting out a taxi. 5 stars, wish we had taken some photos!!

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marlsg2021 . 2021-10-16

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A most enjoyable evening with delightful food and service. So good to find such a super Italian restaurant. Looking forward to our next visit.

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stella G . 2021-10-14

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A return to our favourite restaurant in Southampton. We booked well in advance and this is necessary as it is so popular especially with theatregoers. Although busy, staff were very friendly and attentive. We both had stuffed mushrooms to start, followed by ribeye steak and saltimbocca, with our favourite pannacottas for dessert. Great atmosphere, we will be back again soon.

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chrissieb94 . 2021-10-14

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Despite having visited the Mayflower theatre on many occasions I still had not registered the existence of this restaurant despite it being opposite. It looks quite dark from the outside and it is quite 'subtly' lit inside. It felt quite authentic and the pizzas we ordered were more Italian style that you get from the chains - i.e. a bit soggier. Very tasty and quite large.The staff were lovely and the bill was reasonable.

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cltboy . 2021-10-11

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Great atmosphere, very attentive and nice staff. The best Italian food I had in Southampton area! Everything was fresh, delicious and beautifully served. Highly recommend!

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monikak03 . 2021-10-11

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Definitely the best restaurant I've been in Southampton. The food is absolutely delicious. Very nice atmosphere and lovely service. Would highly recommend and I'll definitely be back.

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Brzostka . 2021-10-10

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I had a meal with my daughter before we went to the Theatre, opposite. It was very busy with other theatre goers, and the atmosphere was fantastic! It was packed and there was endless chatter from the diners, but this made the atmosphere brilliant! It was intimate and cosy, with candles at each table, and atmospheric trinkets dotted around. The food was absolutely great - not cheap, but.....it was definitely fine dining and reminded me of when I was living in London in the 80's. Absolutely top-quality food. Tiramsu to die for, and finished off with a smooth liqeuer coffee. I will most definitely go there again. The owner, Domenika, spoke to us and was extremely friendly and welcoming. Soleto will now be my favourite restaurant, and I WILL be spreading the word around. Thank you to ALL the team at Soleto. XXX

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CEROWSKI159 . 2021-10-04

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We went for an early evening meal prior to going to the Elvis tribute at The Mayflower, which was brilliant by the way, and could not have been more happy. Really nice place, friendly, nice atmosphere, really good food at normal prices so could not have been happier. Sadly the pizza oven was not working last night but more than enough choice on the menu and specials so well happy. The meatballs were the best I have ever had. Tiramisu a slight let down but did not spoil a good meal. Would definitely recommend and will go again next time we go up to the Mayflower. Need to book for sure if going early evening before a show.

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Ross R . 2021-10-03

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Southamptons best well kept secret! Came here for a lovely birthday meal. We opted for the Lobster Linguine and the Sea Bass… To die for! Well complimented by a bottle of Pino Grigio. Staff very attentive and the owner very friendly, would recommend to everyone

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goonerboy12 . 2021-09-20

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My Husband and I visited Soleto on a busy Friday evening 17th Sept with friends - there were 6 of us altogetherThis was the first visit for our whole party and upon walking in we found the setting friendly, intimate, very well decorated and it smelt amazing!We were seated right away and drinks came quicklyWe were served by Nina - who was amazing, attentive and funny, she made us all feel very comfortableThe menu choices were great - lots for everyone and we were all jealous of each others orders and how great they looked smelled and tasted. Its very reasonably priced for the standard of food and service - I cant wait to visit again

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Z4334ZIamyp . 2021-09-20

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Got recommended this restaurant by friends and finally managed to come for an overdue date with my husband. Romantic atmosphere and kind and attentive staff.To start we had oysters - followed by linguine lobster and a rack of lamb. Both delicious and cooked beautifully!For dessert we decided to share brulee which was the best we’ve ever had!So happy that we have discovered this gem and we will definitely be back soon.

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342ninao . 2021-09-19

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Booked this restaurant for two adults and two children following a visit to the theatre.Boys very excited and looking forward to their calzone and pizza.After we had sat down and ordered drinks they then told us the pizza oven was not working.The boys were gutted…almost in tears…drinks on table….do we walk out?They’ve got us…..Ahh!I decided to let it go, calmed kids and paid for adult meals for all of us so the children were not disappointed.Another couple opposite were given the same treatment but they had no children so left the drinks and walked out.This was a deliberate ploy and I would love the owner to attempt to defend the indefensible…….they could have told us as we sat down, or before they seated us….or a sign outside, anything.On the plus side the food we ordered was lovely.£115 for two adults and two 9yr olds.One glass of wine and one and a half beers.No starters no puddings(all puddings £8!!)A deplorable tactic…not even offered a complimentary drink for the children as way of an apology…bums on seats is what it is all about.

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BlightyEngland . 2021-09-19

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I booked a family meal here before going to the theatre. Unfortunately 2 of the party were running late so there was only 2 of us. On arrival we were shown to a small table for 2, handed a menu and told there were no pizza's (no reason given). Bearing in mind this was an Italian restaurant we were rather taken aback by this. The table was cleared (appeared to have been used before we were shown to it) but the tablecloth was not changed. The tables and chairs in the restaurant were very close to each other. As we didn't like anything on the menu and felt rather Covid unsafe being cramped we decided to leave and find somewhere else.

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paulinecS2693YV . 2021-09-16

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My partner and I went tonight. He had stuffed mushrooms to start and I had bruschetta. Both were delicious. For main I had the best sea bass I've had in years and he had hake. Both were cooked to perfection and the sauces were incredible. My partner had tiramisu and found it light and fresh. We were both really happy with our meals, the service was excellent and we will definitely be returning

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patricia j . 2021-09-09

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Would definitely recommend this restaurant. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The food was amazing. Will definitely visit again.

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wendypU6155BS . 2021-09-02

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First time in soleto this evening and WOW so very WOW. How have I missed this place as a local person , the service was amazing from the young ladys even with a very busy restaurant and the food was superb , presented very well and tasted gorgeous., I had the veal ( saltimbocca I think it was called ) and would recommend it even to the most fussy . 5 stars easy !

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michaelbV401US . 2021-08-27

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Really enjoyed my pre theatre trip to this little restaurant. Staff were friendly and polite and food was very tasty. It is not very often I have a three course meal but with how tasty the starter was ensured I could have a pudding. This was a great little find and any time I am at the theatre again will ensure I make time to visit this little gem of a restaurant again.

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HeatherR2401 . 2021-08-14

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We made our first visit to Soleto tonight and it certainly won’t be our last!We are a complex group with two of us having different allergies but we couldn’t have been more delighted. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable, taking care to ensure all of our different needs were met and the food was outstanding!Thank you Soleto, we will be back!

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Heyshott . 2021-08-14

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We ate here while stopping over night in Southampton. This really is a lovely restaurant with a lovely vibe.The staff were warm and welcoming and the food was outstanding. It is also very well priced for the quality of its food.A little gem in Southampton!

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Fionaso09 . 2021-08-09

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Setting dark, dismal and cramped. Food…8 olives £4…3 small pieces of Bruchetta….tasteless £5.50. Rib eye steak….quarter was gristle 3 lettuce leaves, sauce, very small amount of skinny oven chips…..£25. Spag Polpe….very very small portion with 4 small round balls of meat with very little taste. £14.50 ….2 house sweets…tasty but again very small portions …£15.90..Drinks….I ordered a large soda and lime, I received a small tumbler…hardly any lime…looking at the receipt it shows on two separate lines, soda lime £3.00 underneath lime 0.75 total rip off. Charged £13.50 for 3 gins….tonic 6.00. Total £88.15.Complaint made about the steak…comment from waiter” hopefully we will do better next time” I really don’t think that will be happening.Conclusion very clean, nice clientele….very small portions…very basic presentation…I have no problem paying happily for honest descent food but for the price and what we received is inexcusable.

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Malcolm C . 2021-08-08

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Went there with my wife and son who is a doctor. The food was tasty however the portions were tiny, absolute joke the mains were more like starters and when you pay the best part of £30 per plate that's not acceptable.The service was poor, the ladies were more concerned with having a chin wag than looking to see if anyone was trying to get their attention.They put the plates down and scarper, the pepper mill on the table was empty and they don't offer parmesan or chilli oil for the pasta dishes or pizza's. The pizza was basic with hardly any topping.Overall a poor experience and will NOT be going back.The final straw was paying the service charge but rather than argue we paid and left.Not good enough

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OllaKalla . 2021-08-02

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Went here for a pre show meal with my daughter and had one of the best meals I've had for a while. Not cheap but we didn't want cheap.Both of us had scallops to start - 3 medium sized scallops with some salad, well cooked and tasty. Also had ciabatta bread - fresh and warm, perfect!Daughter had 1/2 Lobster with tagliatelle and loved it, I had the seafood risotto which they tailored for me as I don't like calamari or mussels. Not a huge portion but being rice it was more than enough.The ladies serving were polite and friendly and asked if we were going on to a show (presumably to time the meal), didn't hesitate to pay the gratuity which is included on the bill.This will be our go to pre-theatre restaurant, without a doubt (and we go regularly).

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Tina T . 2021-08-02

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We went for a pre-show meal and had a fantastic time! The food was superb for starters we had the Calamari and the Affettato Misto for mains we chose the Saltimbocca and the Hake from the specials board. We both had the affogato for dessert. The service was very good we loved how we were not rushed.Whilst we were eating we were planning our next vist it is so good there.

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carolou . 2021-07-31

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Went today for lunch what a wonderful italian so up market, food was amazing ,service so friendly just a fab experience

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Teresa26102014 . 2021-07-29

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Despite being busy they managed to find us a table, excellent food, service and value. 4 different mains and all were amazing! Would definitely recommend. Great location if you are going to the mayflower theatre.

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kazzyc66 . 2021-07-26

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Fabulous food, lovely surroundings and relaxed yet attentive staff. Calves liver, king prawns, risotto and mushroom ravioli main courses were all stunning as was the salted caramel and dark chocolate tart for dessert - all accompanied by a crisp, fresh Marlborough Sauvignon blanc - beautiful. Great night out and reasonably priced for great quality food.Can’t wait to come back! Bravo!

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Nick M . 2021-07-25

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Went to Southampton for a quick weekend break so decided to book a restaurant for the Saturday night so after reading the reviews decided on this one. It didn’t disappoint it was lovely. The calamari to start were cooked perfectly and the king prawn linguine was excellent. The wife had hake which again was fabulous. Great food, great service and a nice little restaurant to visit.

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Darren M . 2021-07-18

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Called in for lunch prior to a theatre visit. The restaurant is has an intimate, romantic feel to it and we loved our window table. We ordered veal scallopini and the sea bass special and both were delicious. The waitress Nina was very friendly and efficient and when we swapped meals she took the care to advise my husband that the butter the veal was cooked in might not be 100% free of cheese. Desserts were also delicious and there is a good wine list. Can’t wait to return.

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westie23 . 2021-07-14

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Came here with my fiancé for a long overdue date night. Everything was perfect. This is such a cute, romantic restaurant and the food was incredible. The restaurant on the whole exceeded my expectations! The service was great, we had 3 courses each and it didn’t feel rushed at all, nothing worse in my eyes than when you go out for a romantic dinner and it’s all done and dusted in 45 minutes. We will definitely be returning and I’ll be recommending this restaurant to everybody!

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kfisher92 . 2021-07-11

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Fabulous food with a good menu. The service was what you would expect from a well run restaurant. Opposite the Mayflower so ideal for the theatre.

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carolsmith2001 . 2021-07-11

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We have not visited a restaurant for a year and wished to venture out. Soleto was our first choice and did not disappoint. I had the fish medley from the Specials board which was amazing, packed with fish and seafood. My partner had rib eye steak which he said was cooked to perfection. The service was great and the decor so lovely - it was like eating a great dinner in the heart of Italy.

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F3331LNpaulineb . 2021-07-10

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Our first visit to Soleto for some time and it was lovely to be back! We booked and had a window table. Service was friendly and efficient. Food was beautifully cooked and delicious. We both had stuffed mushrooms to start, followed by rib eye steak and from the specials board, sea bass fillet. Our desserts were afogao and creme brûlée. We highly recommend and will return again soon.

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chrissieb94 . 2021-07-07

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Having arrived in Southampton early evening after a long and tiring journey from the north east, we decided to stay local to our accommodation and came across this restaurant which had immediate availability. From the first minute we were made to feel like regulars, the staff were so friendly. There was a great feel about Soleto and the food was superb, especially the seafood dishes we tried. There was not one negative aspect about the evening and we couldn't recommend this restaurant more highly.

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micksV5866IR . 2021-07-04

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We went here for a family meal with our daughter and friends. Right from the start the service was friendly efficient and knowledgeable We have eaten in a lot of Italian restaurants in the UK and Italy. Soleto was up there with the best of themWe had an array of starters all of which were great. The baked Camembert probably just the bestThere was a wide choice of mains and all 5 of us were delighted with our choices. My liver was tender and the sauce it was in just delicious. My only problem was fighting off everyone else on my table who kept trying to taste it!The seafood linguine was fresh and very tasty

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J7765FMdans . 2021-07-01

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Wow! Great restaurant, great service and amazing food. Myself and my fiancé went for a night away in Southampton and went to Soleto, we were very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food and wine. Would recommend to anyone looking for a great meal out.

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Mobile04501788614 . 2021-06-30

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Absolutely lovely from start to finish. Front of house lady sorry forgot your name was professional fun and engaging. All the food we had was lovely, fresh well cooked and tasty. My ribeye was bellissimo would definitely recommend. Went for my sons 14th birthday but forgot to tell them..

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mattl136 . 2021-06-20

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Sooo good we had steak in peppercorn sauce and hake in a prawn sauce it was delicious. The service was great and drinks fab

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537elainep . 2021-05-29

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Lovely ambiance, friendly host who couldn't do enough for us.Great Italian seafood.Had the Antipasto platter to split. Delicious meats and breads, only complaint would be we could have been served with a very small serving of olive oil. But this was provided on request.We both had seafood pasta and was excellent.My wife was especially happy with the generous parmesan toppings.

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CmdrLaw . 2021-05-26

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The best Italian food I have tasted in years. Everything was so fresh and delicious. We had the scallops to start, seafood linguine and seabass for mains. Our boy had a pizza - he demolished it, enough said. After saying we weren’t that hungry, we had to order dessert too!The food was the star of the show but service was warm and friendly. Excellent all around, can’t praise it high enough!

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ssy . 2021-05-26

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We visited just before restrictions on eating inside were lifted. The outdoor space is very limited at Soleto, but they made the most of it.We chose Soleto based on the many excellent reviews and the menu posted on their website. We were not disappointed with the food but, at the time we visited, the prices charged were higher than those on the website (£2 more on each of our main courses). Drink prices also appeared to be a bit on the high side.The service was very good.We were only visiting Southampton for the day so we are unlikely to go back to Soleto. However, for locals and those visiting The Mayflower theatre, which is about 50 yards away, it would be a good choice.

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kevhenderson . 2021-05-16

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honestly one of the best restaurants my other half and I have been too. Its a 30-40 min drive for us to get to but worth it. The food is amazing quality, fresh and there is plenty of it! the Staff are really friendly and helpful with recommendations too! Whenever we go to Southampton we make sure to go to Soleto!!!

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399jasminek . 2021-05-12

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We walked past and the smells left us salivating - the best decision we ever made - I am South African (the daughter of a cattle farmer) I know my steaks well.... Soleto does the most perfectly prepared Tomahawk Steak I have ever had. We settled for the house red, a silky, refreshing blend from their homeland! The chef got everything 100% spot on, from the butter scollops, to the steaks, to the perfectly flavoured & oiled mixed roast veg. Outdoor heating just sets the scene for cosy night out. The decor is intimate with a hint of classic Edwardian Italy - Loved it - Thank you again - will def be back!

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janebD3501JH . 2021-04-28

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The wonderful food from Soleto can now be delivered to certain postcodes in Southampton. Lucky enough to experience my favourite meal - their saltimbocca is consistently fantastic, delivered home, hot, ready to go to warmed plates. Great Saturday treat.

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barbararolfe . 2021-02-20

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My pleasant experience with Soleto started when I rung to confirm their catch of their day, namely Lobster, and the gentleman on the phone was very pleasant. On arrival, the restaurant was immaculately presented, down to their background music. Again we received a lovely welcome, and dining recommendation... and the Lobster was extremely tasty, though not as meaty. Overall a lovely experience and I'll be visiting again soon. Thank you.

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LwaziTG . 2020-12-27

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Best italian we’ve ever had! We came here for Christmas Eve and we are so glad we did. The staff are so lovely and accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. The food was absolutely outstanding, we all said how amazing it was and how it was the best italian we’ve ever had. We will definitely be returning. This is a must try in Southampton!!!

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lauren98xoxo . 2020-12-24

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We were there for a Romantic dinner. I have to say that we've been impressed. Beautiful, cozy place with delicious food and very friendly service.

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C1847YEpaulinak . 2020-12-10

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Really great food with a great host who was very friendly and personable. Reasonable prices, especially for the quality of the food - would absolutely come again

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jenkj123 . 2020-11-02

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Wonderful meal and all round experience here, even on a cold and wet Monday evening! Atmosphere was great - warm, romantic, relaxed. Service was quick, friendly and personal. Food was interesting and delicious. We would definitely return and highly recommend!

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M9908XTpeterb . 2020-10-25

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Have eaten here a couple of times for lunch and always enjoyed it so decided to go for dinner. What a lovely cosy atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious food. I had the calamari followed by the wild mushroom ravioli. Both delicious. Other half had the prawns and the fillet steak from the specials board - I was very jealous as the steak was perfect!!Will definitely be back. Please support this lovely local business!

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Holidaymaker82 . 2020-10-23

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Me and my partner have been to Soleto now about 8 times in the last couple of months. I have tried a diffrent main each time and everything has been so tasty. My partner has got the carbonara every single time because he thinks its that good he cant not have it. The service has always been friendly and efficient and the decor is lovely, cosy and candle lit. At the moment it is 50% off so we have been taking advantage of that but would happily pay normal price once finished as its all quality ingredients, great portion sizes and cosistently delicious!

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LuluAtt . 2020-10-21

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I absolutely love this place! Hidden away gem where you find a fantastic food, chill jazz music on the background and very friendly service. What not to like... As traveled a lot around the Italy this place reminded me of wonderful summer by the Amalfi Coast. Highly recommended for romantic dinner, mid week treat or friends gathering.Thank you guys.

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agatahb81 . 2020-10-20

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Soleto is our go to place in Southampton since our first visit last year. Everything is just exceptional. The food is delicious great ingredients cooked extremely well. The service from the moment you step into the restaurant is second to none. The staff are really friendly and attentive without being in your face, nothing is to much trouble. The owner George & Dominica are wonderful hosts and they are really passionate about there restaurant. But, more importantly they are passionate about giving the customer a fab experience. We would highly recommend this small Restaurant packed with big flavour's and Great times. See you all soon.

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Kazlong . 2020-10-19

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¡Excelente! Los mejores mejillones que he comido (¿y he comido montones en tantos lugares diferentes?), Pero nada se compara a estos. Un restaurante tan encantador, la comida, el ambiente, el personal. . . toda la cosa . . asombroso ! Nina, una ventaja para el lugar, ¡gran chica! ¿Altamente recomendado?

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978adrianal . 2020-10-14

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Absolutely lovely, Food was superb, atmosphere is great and the staff are so friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend, i cannot eat gluten ( Coeliac disease) and everything apart from pizzas could be made suitable.

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Samantha B . 2020-10-12

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¡Me encantó estar aquí! Sabíamos que sería increíble desde el momento en que entramos. El restaurante tiene un ambiente acogedor y romántico encantador y se siente auténtico. El personal era muy eficiente a pesar de que estaba lleno y tenía la sensación de que realmente les importaba si se estaba divirtiendo. Excelentes recomendaciones de vino y comida del personal también. El tamaño de las porciones era generoso, no podía comerme todos mis tagliatelle de mariscos, lo cual fue una pena porque era INCREÍBLE y la camarera se ofreció a empacar mis sobras. También camarera muy generosa con el parmasan, ¡siempre un ganador! ! ¡5 estrellas de nosotros!

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yazandgeorge1 . 2020-10-11

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Really lovely restaurant, ambience, decor, food was amazing and staff attentive, cannot fault 5 star

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JayB926 . 2020-10-09

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Qué restaurante tan increíble y fantástico.Realmente no puedo expresar lo suficiente lo impresionado que estaba de principio a fin.Todo el personal es muy acogedor y realmente quiere brindarle la mejor experiencia.Todos los platos que probé, incluidos los mejillones, las vieiras y los platos de pollo, estaban cocinados a la perfección.Muy recomendable y no te defraudará.

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jamesperryment . 2020-10-09

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Fantastic food and staff, what a beautiful restaurant ,the fillet steak was amazing , nothing is too much trouble , social distancing and care taken . Well done for hard work you put in to the customer

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X815KAlisas . 2020-10-08

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Excellent meal, everything was delicious. Starters were scallops, mushrooms, mussels, King prawns. Mains were liver, penne Barcelona, hake and prawn linguine, couple of bottles of wine and coffees. Staff were lovely. Highly recommend

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Jo J . 2020-10-07

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He estado en Soleto dos veces en las últimas dos semanas y en ambas ocasiones la comida ha sido excelente. Excelente comida, camareros excepcionales, brillantemente limpio y un ambiente extremadamente bueno, este es uno de los destinos imprescindibles de Southampton y perfecto para cualquier excusa para salir a comer, especialmente cuando se apoya un negocio independiente. Una verdadera joya escondida.

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Whale2266 . 2020-10-07

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The restaurant opened early to accommodate us and the choice and quality of food is outstanding. The staff are so friendly, making my the whole visit outstanding. This restaurant is a real gem that I would wholeheartedly recommend

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RobC1979 . 2020-09-25

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Just perfect. Really don’t say this very often, but the atmosphere, service and food made one of those nights that are hard to come by these days.

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simonhK2356IR . 2020-09-24

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Been here a few time. The staff always make you feel at home in a professional sense with the food always being beautifully presented and very tasty.

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Greg581 . 2020-09-19

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Recientemente celebramos nuestro 8º aniversario en este pequeño y hermoso restaurante italiano. Después de pasarlo varias veces a lo largo de los años y sin darnos cuenta de que estaba allí, nos sorprendió gratamente. El ambiente es muy acogedor y hogareño y nos recibió la encantadora Adriana que nos dio la opción de una mesa y donde queríamos sentarnos. Como estaba tomando antibióticos, pedí un cóctel sin alcohol y tomé un increíble gin sin alcohol. Comenzamos con el camembert para compartir y estaba delicioso con un hermoso pan para sumergirse. Ambos teníamos platos de pasta que eran realmente increíbles ya que a mi esposo le encanta el italiano y realmente quería pasta. Estaba muy bien preparado y la salsa de la mía, que era un plato de gambas, era impresionante. El personal era tan agradable y Adrianna y Nina nos cuidaron muy bien. Nos sorprendió que nos dijeran que el programa Eat out to help se continuaría aquí durante septiembre, por lo que fue una ventaja adicional para nuestra ya maravillosa noche. Definitivamente volveremos una y otra vez y podemos ver por qué Soleto tiene una calificación tan alta en Trip Advisor. Nos encantó ?

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YvonneC422 . 2020-09-19

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Viaje de un día para explorar Southampton y buscó un restaurante independiente para cenar para cuatro. Qué hallazgo perfecto. Gran servicio y comida deliciosa. Comimos calamares, pan de ajo y champiñones rellenos para comenzar, calzone y pizza principal y luego tarta de caramelo salado, tiramisú y una porción de sorbete de naranja sanguina. Todo estaba muy sabroso y definitivamente volveremos en nuestra próxima visita a Southampton, ya que me encantaría probar los platos de pasta y los platos principales alternativos.

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JScot_13 . 2020-09-13

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Disfrutamos de una excelente comida y un excelente servicio en Soleto.Las porciones son generosas, no caras, bien presentadas y, como era de esperar, recién preparadas.Los calamares son excelentes, al igual que la merluza y el salmón.Hay un ambiente encantador y el personal es atento, amable y profesional.Definitivamente en mi lista para volver.

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Glyn F . 2020-09-12

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No me puedo quejar de Soleto, ¡teníamos calamares para empezar, que eran tan suaves, crujientes y deliciosos! ! ! seguido de la lubina como plato principal con verduras, patatas, gambas y una sabrosa salsa cremosa. ¡Absolutamente delicioso! Cada vez que vamos, la comida y el servicio son los mejores.Amazing Nina y su encantador personal son siempre muy acogedores, cálidos y amables, siempre brindan el mejor servicio y nos hacen sentir muy bienvenidos. Definitivamente cinco estrellas para ellos.

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F6707JOmariac . 2020-09-09

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A beautiful little restaurant tucked away. We thoroughly enjoyed the food, starting with tasty bruschetta and stuffed mushrooms, followed by calzone and carbonara and finished with tirimasu. The service was excellent, especially by a very smiley and friendly waitress called Adriana, who was very attentive but not over bearing. Would definitely recommend this place to a friend and can't wait to go back to try the other things on the menu.

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N628YSkatyb . 2020-09-06

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We booked a table here for Friday night. The restaurant is quite small but very quirky and busy as to be expected on a Friday evening. The waitresses were lovely, seating us and offering us a drink promptly. There is plenty on the menu to choose from! We had a fairly long wait for our food (40 minutes) which was the only downside of our visit, however the food was well worth the wait. I choose the steak and my partner choose the king prawn linguine and we both agreed we had never had a meal like it! The fillet steak was without a doubt the best steak I've ever had and the peppercorn sauce wasn't too strong. Very enjoyable evening, and I could strongly recommend it!

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A3976CWcharlottem . 2020-09-05

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Beautiful food here last night , 3 of us were totally spoilt Eaten all over the place probably ate at most of the restaurants in Southampton this was by far the best , freshest seafood I’ve ever eaten We had starters and mains .. got to give a special mention to the mussels which were by far the best I’ve ever had My partner had the Fillet steak which was beautifully presented and cooked to perfection 4 large Bombay Gins , 2 Peroni , 2 Bottles of Malbec Brandy coffees and Lemoncello needless to say we had an amazing chilled out night , no rushing and felt totally at ease We were looked after by Nina the manager and I have to say she is an asset to the owners !! Can’t wait to come back and have the mussels again , can’t recommend them enough

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_cathdaff21 . 2020-09-02

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Always an excellent selection of specials, starters and mains, including a good choice of fish dishes. The food is cooked well and features good quality ingredients and delicious flavours to compliment those ingredients. Dessert choice is a little limited, but good quality.

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TheDaddy11 . 2020-09-01

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I booked this restaurant after seeing its very high ranking on trip advisor and I was blown away at how impressive this restaurant is! The staff are so welcoming and lovely. The food was exceptionally tasty and I wish I lived in the area so I could eat here all the time! I visited with my husband and 2 small children and we were all very happy and all ate everything on our plates. Well done Soleto! I will never forget about your restaurant as the food is perfection!

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nandee80 . 2020-09-01

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Amazing food and service! Best Italian in the city hands down! Am definitely a regular. Great vibe! Coming back every week

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karanm970 . 2020-08-31

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l ate lunch here with my boyfriend and his family today, the restaurant was the perfect amount of busy,The food came in good time and it tasted incredible!! (I had the Spaghetti Polpette, if you're wondering)I also had the chocolate brownie for dessert which was a great decision although I was full!Our waitress Nina was also lovely, very kind and helpful. She provided amazing service, and really topped the experience.I would really recommend eating here.We will all definitely be returning!!

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Emilyyfrancis . 2020-08-31

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Perfect end to a weekend break. Delicious food served promptly by friendly staff. Can’t fault and will be back next time we are in the area.

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andybirss . 2020-08-31

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We were in the area for a few days and had a lovely lunch here for a family of 3.The service was friendly, warm and professional, and the food was truly exceptional.We had king prawns in butter, garlic and herbs on crostini and calamri for starters. The calamari were great, but the king prawns were out of this world. Portion sizes were just enough to satisfy whilst leaving you wanting for more.We shared 2 mains as we had a hearty hotel breakfast. First up was a king prawn and chili linguine which was amazing. I make a mean king prawn linguine at home, but this was on another level. Flavours were beautifully blended with the chilli noticeable, but not overpowering. Next was a pan fried hake fillet with diced chorizo and new potatoes. Again, everything was cooked to perfection and flavours were perfectly balanced. Although hake is quite a flavoursome, meaty fish, too much chorizo can overpower it and the proportions were just right. We shared a desert which was a dark Belgian chocolate and salted caramel tart with a scoop of the most amazing gelato. This was a masterpiece and a must have for desert lovers. The coffee was excellent too. Prices are on a par with most independent eateries of this type, but the selection and quality of the food and execution makes it worth every penny.Thank you Soleto

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JGWindsor . 2020-08-30

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Came here for our first meal out since lockdown easing, and can honestly say it was one of the best meals we've had out full stop. The quality of the food was amazing (king prawn linguini from the specials board was to die for), really good selection of wines and incredibly friendly and attentive service. Nothing more needs to be said really - if you're after delicious food and friendly service then look no further! Some of the more negative reviews commenting on the price - if you want quality food, you sometimes have to pay a little bit more. In my opinion everything was incredibly fairly priced considering the quality. Will definitely be visiting again soon in the near future - thanks for a lovely first meal back out team Soleto!

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Amy T . 2020-08-30

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