Pollino in Calderdale

Great attentive friendly staff and superb food. Especially loved the atmosphere - people look happy in there

Arrived on time for our booking, but table not ready, so we bought a drink in the bar. 15 minutes later we got our table, a great window seat with a lovely view, and we had a fabulous waitress keen to meet my dietary gluten free and lactose intolerance needs as per their request on the menu? Starters arrived in minutes, and there was hardly a gap before main course arrived. We were asked about our food within minutes of it arriving, I hadn’t even cut into my fish swimming in sauce. Unfortunately there was so much salt on it, it was impossible to eat and in less than an hour of arriving (including 15 min wait we were done. We both couldn’t eat anymore and each left a good third of our main course. Let’s be clear, my husband who is usually heavy handed with the salt pot at home, had plain fish platter, and he did not add salt to his meal as no salt pot on the table. I had Swordfish with a sauce. Both meals came without any accompaniments these are extra on the bill. We eat out a lot, this was pricey for a starter, main without accompaniments and a bottle of wine, even taking into consideration the 10% discount off the two main courses due to the salt, the bill was £107 payable. I think we bought the view, which we weren’t able to enjoy for too long, and it’s exactly the same as the free one from the road side, without so much noise and clattering. At 8pm you don’t expect to eat two courses and drink wine in 45 mins, I can confirm what others have said about cramming tables in, and constantly having staff pushing past the end of the table. At one point four staff were chatting one almost sat on my right shoulder to the table close behind. So disappointed it was our second visit, there won’t be a third. Their loss as we are loyal diners eating at places we like at least 4 times a month, as one of your waiters will testify as per the last place he worked, he will also tell you, we tip well and appreciate good food. I notice other have mentioned in reviews about meals including pasta being salty. I think it’s absolutely hilarious that you say we sent empty plates back to the kitchen yet several staff including the chef tasted our meals and didn’t find them salty. What did they do? Lick the plates?

Amazing meal as always and the restaurant was absolutely packed but we still had excellent service with the usual friendly staff.

We ate at Pollino on Saturday night and it was, as always, amazing! We arrived early so we could have a couple of cocktails each in the upstairs bar. I ordered a Margarita with salt which wasn't actually on the cocktail menu but the bar person couldn't have been more accommodating. Great cocktails! We ordered ribs and the stuffed fig special for starters. 3 pizzas and a side salad for mains, baked cheesecake, pannacotta and affogato for dessert and finished off with a complementary drink. We also had 2 bottles of wine and beers. All of the food was delicious - fresh, piping hot and well presented. Although it was busy, we never felt rushed. The staff were exemplary as always - focused, polite and attentive. We also had a lovely table by the window with views over the valley. We were sat behind a couple who appeared to have a problem with their food and were complaining rather vociferously about salty food (which incidentally was wel handled by the host) but fortunately that didn't affect our experience. I have no hesitation at all in recommending Pollino for the food, service and ambiance. It may not be the cheapest but it's fabulous value for money! Well done again Team Pollino!

Went for a meal at Pollino’s this past weekend, both the food and the service was fantastic. We will definitely be returning!

Unfortunately, I didn’t have a great experience here. The service was incredibly slow; our drinks took ages to arrive, and bizarrely, our starters came before the drinks even made it to the table. When we asked for the bill, we were left waiting for around 30 minutes just to pay, which was really frustrating. On top of that, the lady serving us came across as quite rude and judgy, which made the whole experience uncomfortable. Sadly, I wouldn’t rush back.

Amazing view of the valley. Excellent manager and waiters. A truly professional team. Food was very high quality: pizza was so good - fresh, light base and ingredients fresh and tasty. Pasta dishes including the lobster ravioli very nice - sauce not overpowering.

We love the food and the staff at Pollino. Highly recommend the fillet steak and the carbonara.

Phenomenal food! The sauce for the spare ribs was gorgeous, I wish I'd got 2 portions.

Very nice venue with good views and a rooftop bar. Will be visiting again soon. 🤠

Top restaurant lovely staff and the food was brilliant well worth the visit

Second time it’s arrived late, we pay a service and a delivery charge, what for. Will go elsewhere next time.

Quick delivery, arancini and wings were amazing. Couldn’t eat the carbonara as it was really oily and not cooked. It usually is perfect everytime so will still order again

Very disappointed; I ordered the chicken wings & spaghetti gamberoni picante. The wings are described as large, which was definitely not the case! But they were tasty & spicy, as requested. The spaghetti was a huge disappointment- 4 prawns, very little sauce ( and certainly not a langustine bisque). I have eaten at your restaurant on numerous occasions & have never had reason to complain, but I’m sorry to say my meal last night was dreadful- in fact it went into the bin! Not what I expected for £30!

Another great night, good food ,friendly staff and a great atmosphere

Amazing food, friendly helpful staff, great atmosphere

the pasta was phenomenal but i’d give the Polenta fries a miss next time and get regular fries

I had a wonderful birthday dinner at Pollino Restaurant! I booked a table for three, and everything was absolutely perfect. The cocktails made by Leon were fantastic—expertly crafted and very tasty. Brooke provided outstanding service, making the evening even more special with her attentiveness and warm hospitality. The food was amazing, and the special menu had so many great choices. A huge shoutout to Pollino’s head chef, who truly deserves his position—his passion and hard work are reflected in every dish. Thank you to the entire team for making my birthday so memorable. I can’t wait to come back.

Gorgeous food that we all really enjoyed, the staff were extremely friendly and a joy to speak to :). Another update - been again tonight and had the Tomahawk. Wow! This place is gorgeous. Thank you guys.

Fantastic food and excellent service once again. The tomohawk steak was incredible. Thanks for helping to make this evening so special.

Attentive, fast service - friendly staff.

Very nice pleasant staff .good service .a bit pricy .food was good .

Just perfect. Fish platter was excellent. Definitely worth a visit

Food was great Service was great and quick No complaints

The pizza was uncooked and cold ! I am going to rebook it in the oven . The pizza was small and really thought we’d get more than 7 small pieces of halloumi for the cost

The restaurant has changed since the last time I came for my parents wedding anniversary five years ago and before COVID. The foods and desserts are excellent and the atmosphere is very friendly and not too busy.

Great meal for our family gathering. There were 17 of us plus 2 babies and staff were very patient and managed to serve us all, despite us moving around and chatting! Food was lovely and we were placed in a space in the restaurant that allowed us space for the prams and felt like a sei private space for us. Thank you!

Fabulous and delicious food and delivered in good time and hot.

We came for Christmas dinner (24). We decided to return for a meal and were not disappointed, the food as before was impeccable. The staff were funny and friendly. Will definitely be returning.

Called in again for tea before the theatre. Staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. Good selection of drinks behind the bar. Extensive menu. Food was excellent, well cooked and decent portions. Great choice of alcoholic and non- alcoholic drinks. Panna Cotta was to die for.

The best panna cotta I’ve had in ten years! The starter and main were great as well but I’m a sucker for a good dessert!🤌

Early Saturday evening and the place was already buzzing when we arrived at 5.15pm. We were quickly supplied with menus and drinks ordered. We chose from the regular and specials menu and the food was so delicious. The staff were nice and all working well to handle the constant stream of diners arriving. Wish we lived closer, but if you live in Halifax and don't know it - you should definitely book a table and enjoy the atmosphere, the food and great service.

Great food, the Truffle Arancini on the specials menu was a treat!

Brilliant night celebrating a 90th birthday was made to feel very welcome great atmosphere and delicious food

Lovely food, fantastic delivery boxes and large portions. Well worth the price and I’m looking forward to buying from here again. Thank you!

Delicious food, relaxing and friendly place.

Excellent food excellent service....only downside the acoustics are poor so was very loud

Delicious food, friendly staff, great service! Thank you for making our family celebration so special. Wholeheartedly recommend!

driver could not find the address. at first so I had to go find him. burger was also burnt and was not very nice. altogether it was not the best quality food.

Went on new years eve, even though it was really busy the service was still fantastic and the food was great. 2nd NYE there now and we’ll be back for next year! Probably some inbetween. One of the best italians in Halifax.

All service and food excellent. There were 12 of us including children no complaints from any of us. We weren’t rushed. All staff very friendly and efficient. Thanks for a great time.

Took two of my kids and they loved the pizza and breaded chicken breast. The staff were all lovely and it's a great atmosphere. Can't wait to go again.

Excellent pizzas delivered. Just as good as eating in.

Beautiful food, great service, spotlessly clean, try the king prawn starter

Excellent affordable lunch, and a nice table with splendid views. Minor problem with one dish, which was a tad too salty for my taste. Bit otherwise a great experience and I shall return.

Love it here, staff are really friendly and accommodating

First visit here but won’t be the last. Food was very good. Something for everyone!

Food arrived still very hot which was brilliant. The food was simply delicious, would recommend for a high quality takeaway.

Amazing food eaten in here many times expected the take out to be average but they seemed to still put the same effort into the takeaways. Highly recommended

The staff and food were spot on, would recommend this restaurant to anyone

Lovely place to eat. Went for a friends birthday and it was great! Definitely recommend.

Just had to share how amazing Polinos in Halifax is! We've been there a few times now, and it's totally become our go-to spot when we want to make something special. The food is just incredible—like, the pizza and pasta are next-level delicious. But let's talk cocktails for a sec. They're fantastic and honestly worth the trip alone. You've got to try the Mai Tai cocktail—it's absolutely stellar! The service is fantastic and personal, making you feel genuinely valued every time you visit. The staff really go above and beyond to make your dining experience special. If you're a steak lover, you're in for a treat. The steaks are cooked perfectly every single time. We even tried the large tomahawk sharing steak, and it was phenomenal—melt-in-your-mouth goodness! And for the size of that thing, it's actually reasonably priced. Oh, and the views! You get this beautiful landscape of the Calder Valley while you dine. It's seriously the perfect backdrop. Honestly, Polinos is well worth a visit. It blows any other Italian spot in town out of the water. Highly recommend!

didnt refuse goods, just eat won't refund sent case to Retail Ombudsman

Always had a good meal and good service

This is our go to place for work events / customer entertainment. Food, service and atmosphere cannot be faulted.

Amazing this place on Halifax 🇬🇧 UK!

Recently, my partner and I had the pleasure of dining at Polinos in Halifax, and it was a truly delightful experience. I opted for the mixed fish platter, which was an absolute treat for the taste buds. The freshness of the seafood was evident in every bite. My partner indulged in the mushroom risotto, which was creamy and bursting with flavour. Both dishes were beautifully presented and cooked to perfection. Although the restaurant was quiet during our visit, this allowed us to enjoy a serene and intimate meal. The ambience was cosy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a relaxed afternoon out. What stood out the most was the exceptional service. The staff at Polinos were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed without being intrusive. Their warm hospitality added a special touch to our dining experience. Overall, Polinos is a hidden gem in Halifax that offers delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and outstanding service. Thank you. John K

The order of £20. Calzone arrived burnt.

Food was amazing and so filling. Even had enough carbonara left to take to work for lunch the following day.

Amazing ! Will definitely be coming back amazing food and service thank you

We were a party of six. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food, which believe me is a very rare occurrence. The staff were lovely, attentive, but not 'in your face'. We will definitely visit again.

Took my family here, and we all enjoyed it. The food was excellent, the decor and views were beautiful, and the service was perfect. Hands down the best restaurant in Halifax.

The diavola pizza (with n'duja) is top notch 🔥👌Great service

What a wonderful experience we had today. 26 of us seated in the conservatory for my Mums 80th birthday celebration. The food was delicious and the staff were amazing. Special shout out to the waiter who went above and beyond to help make it such a lovely afternoon. Highly recommended.

Saturday afternoon... Brighouse, I had never been to this place before, it's a very popular place, and with it being a surprisingly warm afternoon, the place was really busy, a nice looking building, very interesting indoors, the service was very good, the staff welcoming despite the fact that they were obviously busy... The menu looked great, I didn't eat there, but promised myself i will the next time I go there...

Phenomenal restaurant. Had the veal, mum had salmon. The food was excellent. Staff were super attentive and polite and not scared to have a chat. I was served by Elise and Leon, who made our night. Highly recommended. I'll be sure to bring the wife next time.

Beautiful restaurant with what looked to be stunning views little bit dark out to make the most of it. Food was lovely and staff were friendly and welcoming too & were good at recommending from the menu, lots to choose from and seemed to be something for everyone. The carrot cake was Devine!!

I came today for the first time for my 22nd birthday meal and I would fully recommend dining here. The menu has such a variety and I tried the pizza and it was so fresh and light and delicious. We had a waiter called Alphonso and he was absolutely fantastic. Checked up on us frequesntly, was prompt in getting us drinks and food out. Was very funny, chatty and good service all round. Thanks guys for the great experience.

Lovely food, good service excellent!

A Great, Memorable Experience as always. Food and service amazing. Drinks and cocktails all lovely. Staff are Brilliant - 10/10

Such a good shout Tea out at Pollinos, absolutely delicious .. staff excellent

Visited on a Saturday afternoon, the atmosphere was amazing, the food was authentic and delicious. The service was top-notch, the coffee was hot and delicious. Will definitely be going back, even if I have to pay for myself.

Always a great experience, food was perfect and the staff are always friendly and attentive

One word says it all, Excellent

Lovely place got to sit by the window lovely view lasagna and garlic bread lovely

The food was fantastic as always, as was the service!

Great night out for a special birthday,food was delicious and service was very good with really friendly staff,will definitely return

My first visit. Food delicious and the service was great. Highly recommend

A pleasant dining room staffed with friendly and efficient staff and with good quality food.

Amazing place. My wife and I love it here. Thank you to the owners and staff for such a wonderful establishment.

Delivery service was very efficient. Delivery driver was lovely. Food was 11/10. Absolutely delicious :) thank you so much.

Food, service and open air dining was exceptional.

Amazing! The best carbonara ever had, and an the steak!! The service and experience was 100/10! Alfonso gave such great service to us and all around , attentive and all staff were super helpful! This place deserves a Michelin star!

Always have a good meal at Pollinos. Delicious pizzas and friendly service. A holiday feeling sitting outside under the retractable roof, and cosy inside with great views of the valley. Delicious ice cream as well!

We've been to Pollino a couple of times. The food has been fantastic both times.

Fantastic food and service, friendly staff. 3 course's and drinks for two people just over £80. Would recommend the lobster ravioli, lemoncello ice cream.

1st time here and loved it. Chilled atmosphere and great food and wine.

Great place. In the former Allan Fold building it has amazing views over the valley. Good selection of food and wine. Attached photos of some of the dishes

We visited yesterday for the 3rd time and we can say this is one of our favourite restaurants! Amazing food, exceptional service! Special shout out to the Spanish waiter from Madrid he made us feel welcome & selected the perfect red wine for us!

In shock how they served alcohol to a family at the restaurant. Shots for all of them including 2 kids around 12 years old. Disgusting

The food was stunning it fely authentic italian, i had arancini balls and carbanora definitely will order again.

This is our favourite Italian restaurant. The food is amazing, staff are friendly and polite, the prices are very reasonable, and the views are beautiful. I would highly recommend.

Great restaurant with lovely views, great service and lovely food. Would recommend 👌

Once again excellent food and attentive friendly service

Once again excellent. Food is truly amazing, service is brilliant.

The food was excellent, the service was great. Well worth the experience and would definitely come again. We enjoyed three courses and everything was cooked to perfection, with friendly and efficient service. Loved it, thank you.

Went thier with my wife and two of my cousins. My first cousin is a woman who has issues with certain foods including all allium s which posed a significant issue.The restraint did it's best to be honest but unfortunately my cousin left disappointed. The rest of us really enjoyed our meal which was very good the service was good. We left a £5:00 tip

Brilliant customer service by Alphonso, I also want to say a big thank you for Brooke’s service every time I have been into the restaurant! Also Tony who was amazing too!

If you want a lovely setting with a nice view and beautiful food then here you are, staff were very attentive and food was lovely, we can't wait to return 😋

Lovely place very good menu food first class good choice for lagers and service very good will go again