Pacino's in South Tyneside

Second time I’ve been here and it was better than the last, and still then it was outstanding Me and my dad had the chicken arribiata where’s my mam and grandad had the chicken and peppercorn sauce It came with starters with the two course meal being a special costing 16.95 each which I think was a steal for what you get The waiter was lovely and very down to earth with good banter and service and the food was absolutely divine I highly recommend coming here as it is a very heartwarming and tasty place Thanks

Went after Gt North Run 3peeps, food lovely and staff were friendly and efficient, would recommend and will go back

Couldn't fault this place, my friend and I came in for dinner. I had the garlic bread special, lasagna and the sticky toffee pudding. My friend had the calzone and tiramisu . Great service, great food and atmosphere. Wish we lived here because we will no doubt crave this. Would defo recommend!

Fantastic authentic Italian restaurant. Always made to feel welcome. Lovely friendly family staff. Great food and wine, reasonably priced. Love it, would thoroughly recommend.

We had a fantastic night celebrating our anniversary! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it perfect for a special occasion. The service was exceptional, with staff who were friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and family-friendly, catering perfectly to our tastes. We truly appreciated how everything came together to create such a memorable experience. Thank you for making our night so special! We can't wait to visit again.

One of the best restaurants I've visited! The service is friendly and accommodating. The food is authentic, super tasty and cheap! It's best to make a reservation as it is very busy. Can only be recommended

Great buzz of atmosphere when you walk in. Attentive and professional staff. Good varied choices on the menu. Served at the right pace. Tremendous food. Definitely will go back. Try it.

Good FOOD- Really tasty and nice - friendly staff. Quite affordable.

We have eaten here several times now and think it is the best Italian restaurant in the area. The welcome is always warm, the staff are very attentive and helpful, even when mega busy. The food is always good value for money, well cooked and very tasty. The menu is extensive with something for all tastes and there is also a goog specials board. Whenever we have eaten there, the place is always buzzing with a great atmosphere and its not hard to work out why! Well worth a visit when in South Shields.

Didn't have a table booked. Walked in and got seated straight away. Chose 2 course Sunday lunch. Had black pudding for starters and lamb dinner for main. There was so much meat. Meat just melted in my mouth. Great size portions. Lovely friendly staff. Great value for money. Will definitely be back.

Friendly efficient staff, beautifully cooked food and reasonable prices...

Amazing food! I think I’ve found my new favourite Italian. Brilliant service too, very quick and keep making sure you have enough drinks.

Come here on Friday it was lovely, cheap and excellent quality food. Will defintely be returning. Look forward to seeing you soon

I have been going to Pacino's for many years now and have not had one bad meal yet. The service is always 5 star and always have pleasant staff. I would really recommend the gnocchi as it is to die for.

Had a family meal on a Friday night and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. We had 3 kids under 6 and at times the combination can be a handful, but the waiters were excellent and provided all we could ask for. Definitely recommend!"

Visited this restaurant with friends and family for a birthday meal,soon as we entered we were greeted by the warm and friendly staff who made us feel very comfortable.enjoyed lovely meal lots of taste and great value for money. Will definately be visiting this place again soon.

I only go to South Shields once or twice per year but always make a point of eating here. It's perfectly located, has a lovely warm atmosphere, the food is very cheap but it delicious, has good serving sizes and is good quality. Staff are also very friendly and helpful. It can feel a little cramped when it's busy but once you're tucking in you won't even know!

Popped in here unexpectedly with some friends. The food was hot and tasted lovely. The menu is uncomplicated and cheap. The service was good. What more could you want for a cheap and cheerful night out.

We brought our grandad here for his 85th and it was absolutely fantastic. Food was great and the very good value. Excellent service and general atmosphere. The waiter even asked if theres any songs grandad wanted to hear. Some dean martin made it extra special for him! We will definitely be back!

Went with a friend, we both had surf & turf. It was cooked to perfection! You must try the blueberry cheese cake, it was amazing! Great atmosphere too. Would definitely recommend!

Went to our daughters favourite Italian restaurant for her birthday meal and we weren't disappointed pate and crusty bread went down a treat as did the diavola mussels which were hot but delicious and the garlic bread with cheese was great. Mains included 2 salmon pasta with extra chilli which I have to say was 1st class, a lovely pepperoni pizza and a diavola pasta dish! Everyone really enjoyed their meal and it was reasonable! The staff couldn't of been nicer think we have found a new little gem to visit.

Staying over the road at the Magpie's Nest B & B, we popped in here for an early evening meal. We hadn't booked but we're lucky enough to get a table in this busy bistro. Great pizza, tasty pasta, and super salmon! Really enjoyed it.

It's got to the stage we are becoming regulars and our drinks arrive at the table as our bums hit the seat. My wife and I had our first meal together in this restaurant 14 years ago and visited a few times as love blossomed and we ended up living in the town. 12 years living elsewhere found us visiting the town for the famous run of curry restaurants but Italian restaurant visits always seemed to be few and far between and living over 20 miles away we always ended up hitting one without visiting South Shields. In the past year however an impromptu visit here has left us regulars and I can't see anything changing that. The host is a very nice guy and was there 14 years ago. The food is simply fantastic. A home made Italian feel and very well prepared. We have to keep ourselves from finding any excuse to visit. Not only the best Italian food but great steaks. My wife has now become a regular steak eater having never previously been a steak fan. The meat melts in your mouth. I favour the bolognese as its one of the best I have tasted regardless of which restaurant or indeed country I have been eating. I can't fault the food or the service.

top place with top food , love it every time we come here ,always first class 9.5 out of 10 , always room for improvement

Had a beautiful family meal there was 25 family members including 8 children lovely friendly staff fabulous food there was 3 birthday's on the night and staff brought in 3 cakes for each person could not do enough for us thoroughly enjoyed everything about the night well recommended

We have been visiting Pacinos for years Always excellent whatever you choose Steak Pasta Fish Pizza.Great value for money Staff always friendly and attentive

Called at a last minute decision. After day shopping and was not disappointed. Lovely atmosphere, staff were great, food was Devine and drinks were lush. Defo be returning. Was not disappointed at all ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Been coming here since it originally opened and I've never been let down. Food is always nice and the service is as good as it is friendly. Recommended

Had two meals here and thoroughly enjoyed both. Good choice for me as a vegetarian. Staff very friendly and they made my four year grandson very welcome. Cannot fault the food and the very good value. Will certainly be visiting next time I am in Shields.

Warm and friendly welcome from all the staff. Even though there were tables available we asked to sit at a particular table which had just been vacated. This was not a problem for the staff who promptly cleared it while we ordered a drink from the bar. Food was excellent, wine and beer good and the staff very courteous, polite and friendly. Love the decor and cosy atmosphere. They also gave me a portion of chocolate cake with a candle when they realised it was my birthday. Love this place.

Went late at night and aloud children in. Had a children menu and price was good. Very nice staff and helpful. even booked the taxi for us.

So glad we went to Pacino's for our wedding anniversary. We wanted a special night and we were not disappointed. The food was tasty, fresh and fabulous, served by helpful, pleasant staff.

Had a really lovely meal here wife my wife. Everything was hot fresh and tasty. The vegetable lasagne and cannelloni were piping hot and really yummy. The staff were super and the prices were a steal. Recommended!

Every time we visit S. Shields from Canada we are welcomed at Pacino's. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We will be back

Pastas are very reasonably priced and so so delicious!! Fruitti di mare was amazing and service was lovely :) Chicken however was rectangle and seemed like freezer chicken but given the price its still reasonable.

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I was pleasantly surprised by the food on offer at Pacino's. On a quiet Monday evening the restaurant was quite busy. The staff were friendly an attentive, the menu although not extensive was more varied than many Italian eateries. The starter of baked avocado was tasty and served piping hot. My wife's risotto was beautifully prepared, my pizza was excellent. There are not many restaurants that serve a decent sized glass of red wine for £2.10. Well done Pacino's! I'm looking forward to eating there again.

"Our favorite place! The staff are lovely and down to earth! Food is delicious as always!They know our orders before they even put a menu down for us! 🤣Will always be back! ❤"

Friendly staff, great food and a lovely atmosphere. Can definitely recommend the fillet steaks and the Seabass dishes !

What can i say if you want excellent food at great prices..a warm friendly atmosphere, authentic Italian food cooked perfectly..then go to pacinos! Its great for every occasion..i have been going with family and friends for years and i have never come away with any complaint. .i love the complimentary mints and amaretto at the end of the meal..if you have kids their is so much choice and for steak lovers i highly recommend the filletto diana with dianne sauce.an all round excellent family run business:-)

Just had the most amazing Sunday lunch delivered today. I had chicken and hubby had lamb. The food was piping hot when it arrived and absolutely delicious, huge portion size, 3 big yorkshire puddings, will definitely be back and highly recommend

This restaurant is as a Italian restaurant should be, a close atmosphere, food aromas through the dining area. Staff here go out of there way to make your evening special with light hearted banter even when very busy, but no one waits long for service. Food quality we have always found to be of a excellent quality. Value is also very good with sensible prices. Well worth a visit.

Really nice food, have been there numerous times the staff are funny and friendly also quite quick service in my opinion would recommend it!

We have been traveling the world for over 2 months and this was the best Italian restaurant we have eaten in on our travels. The owner was delightful and the service was excellent. We had a table near the window which was lovely and cozy once the owner turned on the heating. There wasn't a lot of room but it was more than adequate. If we ever return to South Shields, we will be sure to return.

We've just had a great night the staff are friendly and happy and take the time to make you feel welcome. The food we had was yummy and cooked to order. They were generous with the portions you got so you felt like you had a good meal.

We went out on Sunday night for a farewell meal for my son (there was 6 of us) . As always the owner always makes you feel welcome ,the food was delicious and we even got a complimentary drink of amaretto for afterwards. This is the best place by far for an Italian meal in South Shields.

First time and definitely won’t be the last. Food was absolutely amazing, lots of choice. Staff helpful and friendly and a great choice of drinks and cocktails xx

It was my birthday and I chose Pacino's for an early evening meal with my colleagues from work . There were 24 of us in total and we took a menu and pre-ordered our food the day before , we all sat down just after six pm and they began serving our food shortly after . The food was delicious and our main courses were piping hot , everyone commented on this . They then brought out a birthday cake from my colleague followed by amaretto shot for everyone . They brought our drinks as soon as they were ordered , the service was first class and there were other diners in the restaurant too . We weren't hurried or put under any pressure to eat up and leave .We all said we would definitely return again .

Visited Pacino's on more than one occasion, always great food and excellent service. I always recommend them to anybody looking for a good Italian restaurant.

Excellent service for a large birthday meal. Staff were excellent with the children in the party and all food served quickly. All food came perfectly as ordered and serving sizes were very generous (pizza for breakfast next day!)

Everything was top notch!! The staff were very friendly, the place and decor were lovely... and the food was unbelievable

Fantastic stunning place. Food is amazing and staff gi above and beyond to make you very welcome.

One of my favourite places to dine out, food is beautiful, service is great and staff are very polite, helpful and always great with my children

Out of this world quality, absolutely delicious. We went for a family treat and we certainly got one.

Beautiful food and lovely staff. Our server Liam was excellent. Nothing was a problem for him and he was friendly and funny.

It's got an authentic feel. Staff are wonderful and food is fabulous

This restaurant is a jewel in the Crown for South Shields. Tasty food brought to you by fast and efficient staff. Don't forget to remind yourself that they also do takeaway. Xx

It is one of the best restaurants we have been to in the area on our holiday. Just left the restaurant, and the food and staff were amazing and all at a great price, and our kids loved the mocktails. Will definitely be going back here again before going home. Well worth visiting, you definitely won't be disappointed. Would like to thank the staff for a great experience and for chasing after us when we left without our pizzas we had boxed up. Thank you.

Thanks to all at Pachinos last night. We were celebrating a birthday and the gents were very accommodating to cater for the young children. Food was fabulous, everyone enjoyed their choice. We’re never disappointed and it just gets better.

Amazing gluten free and non gluten free food, definitely worth a visit

Incredible food whatever you order, and after years of visiting this warm family restaurant it is still a delight. I cannot recommend this venue enough

Such a lovely place. The food is always spot on and the staff are brilliant. We were served by Liam last night who was really attentive and a good laugh. Always makes your night ten times better so thanks Liam 😊

Cracking italian food, wine was nice and our waiter Liam was very friendly, helpful and always available. We’ll be going back very soon

Had lunch there with family, lovely staff and beautiful food, had the pacinos seafood platter amazing portion for the price and very tasty.No words for the dessert looked amazing and tasty Would highly recommend and definitely go back there ! Thank you 🙏🏻

Fantastic stunning place. Food is amazing and staff gi above and beyond to make you very welcome.

Service was great very very friendly staff , food was hot and delicious , the place has a great relaxed mood

Went there for my birthday. The place was beautiful and spacious. Got a nice seat. The waiters were nice. I loved the meals! Starter was delicious, well spiced, good portion. Mains were also very lovely. Portions great. Loved everything. Love Pacino's. ❤️

It’s always hard to find something other than Indian food on ocean road. We fancied a change and forgot about this little gem. Food was delicious Staff were helpful and attentive Atmosphere was great Forgot the pictures of the mains, we all opted for pizza and the make your own made it easier for the veggies amongst us. But they are huge and we made the mistake of getting starters too, so pizza for lunch the next day too. Enjoyed so much so my kids asked to return a week later 🤣 we’ve not yet but definitely will soon.

Thanks once again all at Pacino’s for making our birthday celebration a lovely experience. The food, service and attention to making the adults and children welcome must be applauded. It was busy so I would advise booking. That said, the staff are checking all is OK regularly. Definitely give them a try. You won’t be disappointed.

Very nice, I had the surf and Turf and it delivered Mussels were the best for me and the steak was melt in the mouth. Potato skins always banging.

lovely food..friendly staff...not expensive. 👍😁

Fantastic experience as always, thanks to the wonderful staff x

Ordered on just eat was fast delivery and delicious thank you 😁

Perfect food! Fab & friendly staff. Always my fav. ❤️

We had a take out tonight, service and food excellent as always Thank you.

Enjoyed a lovely meal last night to celebrate our sons birthday. We ordered the day before and then collected it. Great service. Thankyou

I have never been let down in any area when visiting Pacinos . The service is brilliant and the food is always beautiful, plus there's lots of choice. Highly recommend!

We booked a table for 5 people today , have never been before . The food was amazing presentation and the portions size excellent. Highly recommended . Thank you Pacinos.

The food was very tasty.She was served by a very kind and respectful young man, I didn't remember his name well, but he seemed to say Dany because the restaurant was full and he didn't talk much.Thank you Pacinos.

The best food ever! South Shields has hit lucky to have this diamond located on Ocean Road. I have been twice in the space of a week and it is now my new favourite restaurant. The guy running the restaurant floor is very polite. Thank you Pacino's Italian Restaurant.

All I can say is...AMAZING! The food is absolutely beautiful and I'd go as far as to say the best Italian food I've ever eaten. I only wish I lived closer.Food 10/10Staff 10/10Place 10/10Our server Dany was very experienced and helpful.Thank you so much for making our visit amazing. We will definitely visit again x

What a lovely little restaurant, great atmosphere, food was outstanding, service was superb considering there was only one waiter.

The restaurant was full, but the waiter Dany was very kind and found us a table quickly, it was clear that he has experience and knows what he is doing, with a smile on his face he seated us at the table even if you can read on his face that he is stressed but he didn't want to show this.Very tasty food, I recommend it with confidence. Many thanks to our servant Dany.

The most amazing restaurant, come almost weekly 🥰

Great food, good atmosphere and reasonable prices too.

Had more fantastic food delivered. All piping hot and tasted great. Keep up the great work Igor and team. Stay safe. Thank you. X😊

Ordered and collected tonight , absolutely amazing food as usual , fresh , tasty and just like eating in the restaurant . 10/10

Had last nights two course special it was beautiful! Food was fresh and piping hot. The burger was very tasty. Can see this being a regular thing for us! Will keep an eye out for next weeks special. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

great food, nerer dissapoints. Lovely owner always makes you feel welcome and great staff

absolutely helpful all staff excellent as my husband wasn't well they done everything to help me for that I thank them so much the food and service excellent highly recommended to all

This has been my go-to restaurant since I was a child and have been going with my wife for years. We had around 29 people attending Pacinos for a meal in celebration of our wedding the evening after and to honour the guests that came over from Australia. Due to the large party size, we pre ordered all the food, and we had to pay a £50 deposit to secure the booking due to the large party size. We had the full side room. The service was quick and efficient. Due to the large group, I felt that the waiters were under more pressure, but their service was still outstanding. There were no complaints about the food. It was as delicious as ever. I'd always recommend a meal at pacinos.

Excellent service food was delicious, will definitely be going back

Fantastic food and an excellent service, will be returning, thats for sure

Absolutely lovely, amazing starters. Really nice place.

Nice restaurant, food very good as always. Had a great night with great friends.

Pacino's was the perfect venue for my wife's 70th birthday. It was a happy event and the excellent service provided by the waiters made for a memorable evening. We couldn't fault it! Drinks were served promptly, and our order was taken by a cheerful, smiling waiter which enhanced the atmosphere. Every course was plentiful and tasty and good value for money. I liked every part of this experience, and the wine played its part too. Well done Pacino's, we'll be back.

Happened to stumble upon this lovely Italian restaurant following a nice long walk along the coastline at South Shields on a somewhat drizzly, dull day. Tucked away amongst the Indian restaurants that Ocean Road is renowned for. Although we had not booked the staff were quite accommodating and quickly found us a table. Lovely food, great service and wonderful ambiance.

I have been going to pacinos for many years now and the food has always been amazing and the service is absolutely brilliant

We stumbled upon this restaurant whilst on holiday and were very glad we did. The food was really tasty with big portion sizes. The staff were friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone be it families or couples. We were a family of 8 and all the food came piping hot and altogether. We actually visited more than once.

Really nice restuarant and the food was lovely warm and the atmosphere is average not too busy but was good :) would come here again soon and reccommend it to my friends and family