San Marino's in Sunderland

Well, managed to get an early table for a family tea. Service was splendid - even when my loud son was shouting for assistance/ apologies he is autistic and is über friendly and loud. The meal was fantastic and served speedily, extremely tasty starters, main...

Always a friendly welcome and excellent service. Tonight we ordered three Chicken Diavolas, except asked for them to be cooked differently , mild , standard and extra spicy , all extremely different and absolutely perfect. Full credit to the chef and staff .

Popped in for happy hour,this place is on the money.The food was fantastic full of flavour,hot,+nicely presented.The service was excellent + also drinks fab,icy cold and fizzy “NOT FLAT”,like other places. We are extremely fussy people and have ate in some top places,honestly this place...

Visited here as a late valentine's night. The food is just amazing. Friendly and helpful staff. Recommend anyone to visit. ❤

Ordered sea pizza and prawn dish. Absolutely lovely, food arrived quickly. Food was delicious and staff were very friendly.

Food was excellent , hot tasty and very reasonably priced as was the wine. Service was exemplary , staff were so friendly - we couldnt have got better service from our 2 waitresses- Beth and blonde ponytail waitress ( so sorry we didnt get your...

We enjoyed my mum's 70th birthday here on Thursday, Feb 13 2020. We are a tough crowd. Mum's a Coeliac and I'm a vegan but we couldn't have been better catered for. Staff even produced a gluten-free dessert and sang happy birthday at the end....

The food was very nice and was well priced.the service was excellent and very friendly, we will definitely have to go back again sometime soon.

I asked my colleagues for restaurant suggestions for a nice Italians and they all recommend this place. I ordered meatballs to start and a carbonara for my main (photos do not do the meals justice). Big portions and the food was lovely, i will definitely...

Absolutely fantastic restaurant. Food amazing and staff brilliant! Went for dads 80th and made his day! Sang happy birthday and really looked after us. Couldn't recommend it enough. Small and cosy. Love it. Will definitely return. Thank you so much.

A last minute visit to San Marino's and what a gem. relaxed atmosphere, music quiet enough to hold conversations and the food was delicious. the staff were attentive without being overbearing and service was prompt and efficient. will definitely be going back there again.

Came here today with my two young sons for for a lunch date. Have previously been for lunch with my husband and after todays experience, were booked in for next Saturday night also! Friendly staff, amazing food and a real authentic Italian environment. Such a warm and welcoming place, would recommend to everyone!! My sons wanted to give it 10 stars but sadly the max is 5! :)

Perfect venue for a after work farewell to our friend and colleague. Service was spot on for our group of 9 and the food was delicious. Catered for all tastes and dietary requirements in our party. Would definitely recommend this friendly restaurant.

visit here at least once a month and standard of food consistently good. usually go during happy hour, portions good size all food cooked fresh. always try to accommodate you even if restaurant is busy. would recommend booking in advance.

Terrible food..i will never recomend this place to my friends. Staff friendly but the food is terrible.

Visited in December with a group of friends, first time at the restaurant! Staff very helpful and great menu choice. Staff did not advice happy hour was not on due to it being December which meant the bill was more than anticipated. Bread provided at the start is lovely!

Decided last minute to go for food, called up got a table for 9pm

Just visited here as mid week treat soon as we walked in staff made us feel very welcome and got to say that also remained through out nothing was to much trouble they have small restaurant and very busy but this didnt impact on service or quality of place or food we went for pate and prawn cocktail so tasty we then had steak not from early bird menu we had best tastiest fillet we would defo go bck lovely food great environment

Visited san marino last week what more can I say this has got to be the best around friendly staff great food been visiting for a lot of years now and well contine in future great work guys keep it up

Very good service excellent menu , lots to choose from as well as specials on the menu , lovely relaxed atmosphere, not rushed any point , time to enjoy your food & have a chat ,would definitely go back again and would highly recommend thank you for a lovely night great staff team

Went here with friends for an early dinner catch up today ...nice decor..waiter was so friendly ..two of us were particular about ingredients in their chosen meals ..nothing was too much bother for him ..three of us chicken in sauce ..one had pizza ..I decided to be abit adventurous and had linguine scoreag Lia (?)..starters were very tasty and we didn't have to wait long before Mains arrived ..well presented ..plenty of food ..everyone said it was delicious ..but mine ! ..mine was perfect ! Mussels, shrimp..langoustines in a delicious sauce with exactly the right amount of pasta ..so very tasty ..we will be back and I suggest you go to !

Good Italian food in pleasant surroundings. Basic menu but always interesting specials. Home made bread remains superb, unless trying to diet!

Excellent.... would recommend to anyone visiting Sunderland.. great menu selection from pizza, pasta, steak and seafood...

Lovely small restaurant, really nice feel to the place.food was delicious we’ll definitely be paying another visit

Have been a few times over the past year (have been many times over the past 20+ years) and the food has been lovely each time. Usually go early doors so it's nice and quiet but by the time we leave it's always filled up, it's clearly a very popular restaurant. Would definitely recommend; from the food to the staff to the location it's well worth a visit.

100% best cuisine I’ve had to date Had the crab meat linguine Husband had something he can’t pronounce lol but he said it was the best he had as they added chills on request definitely be back. Friendly staff. Definitely recommend.

Took my wife and 2yr old daughter for an early evening meal. Focaccia bread demolished by the little one which did not surprise me one bit. We ordered our drinks and food. Garlic bread cheese, Italian spiced scotch egg and arancini for starters and for our mains we had tagliatelle tartufo, linguine carbonara and fettina Diane. We even managed to fit in desserts. Little legs had her ice cream and we both had the strawberry and white chocolate cheesecake. The staff were great and even entertained little legs. 5 stars all round for quality of food and service. Couldn't fault a single part of our night thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Will definitely be back.

10 of us visited recently. Lovely small friendly restaurant. staff very friendly, excellent choice on menu. Food was served within reasonable time after order placed. All of party enjoyed meal and would have in hesitation in recommending restaurant and will be returning.

I have used this restaurant 3 to 4 times a year since it opened, I've ALWAYS had pollo pepe because I love it, went tonight and the sauce was very different to the past 26 years, I asked about it to be told it hadn't changed !!!! Then the waitress said well she did add some red wine, no cream or brandy just red wine, new chef obviously,she offered to put cream in it, but yuk ! Cream in a red wine sauce, no thank you, they took it off my bill but I'd rather have paid than saved money to get my beautiful creamy peppercorn sauce, got to say my bottom lip trembled a bit, please san marino people leave the Hanover and get back to chester road or at least learn the chef how to do the original pollo pepe sauce, there is a reason it's never changed in 26 years.

Visited with my wife for early dinner on a Saturday at 17.30 before going to the theatre, we rang and booked an hour before, good job we did as it was full when we arrived, the staff are very friendly and the restaurant is nice and cosy, the food was lovely, I had an inferno pizza and my wife had a canoloni and we shared a portion of home made chips, we were tempted by the home made pudding list, I had the best profiteroles I have had in a long time and my wife had a cheese cake which was very nice as was the coffee,the bill was a very readable £40 there are plenty of specials to choose from and they have an early bird offer before 19.00

Staying in Sunderland visiting dear friends we were taken to this quaint restaurant not far from their home.

This restaurant is smallish but very atmospheric. The food is excellent and the staff very friendly and helpful. By the way their bread is excellent

We came to this restaurant two nights running and each night we left full and happy. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and the food was absolutely lovely. If we lived in the area it would definetly become a regular visit! (They also have amazing bread)

Staff on their phones, and speaking loudly amongst themselves about their personal goings on ... didnt get asked if our meal was ok .. shame as the food was ok. Italian food is the same everywhere and San Marino doesnt give anything WOW.

Fabulous meal and service from lovely friendly staff.

Visited on a business trip and needed somewhere quickly and Italian! Fitted the bill really well and even our Local guests were pleased -A great evening and the staff were super efficient and friendly

It’s a while since we had been to SAN Marino’s and we were not disappointed, the food as always was delicious. The mussels in chilli and tomato were large and plentiful. My son had calamari for starters and this was also large portion and delicious as were the halloumi chips and chilli jam.. the girls were excellent and nothing was too much trouble.

we went to the restaurant for Sunday lunch with my family i found the service and food just OK but i found the restaurant very expensive

Had the hot sharing platter between us, and as advertised by staff it was enough yes it was definitely enough for us and was absolutely amazing, the atmosphere and staff added to the night very friendly had a good laugh with them even when I went back in for change definitely go back and won’t leave it as long next time only thing I’ve got a problem with is I’d forgot to order a Foccacia Bread to take home

My friend and I were on a business trip to Sunderland and booked at San Marino's after reading the reviews on Trip Advisor, That was a good idea because the restaurant was full when we arrived. We were quickly brought our wine and a plate of delicious homemade Foccacia bread. What a lovely touch! You could also buy the bread to take home... We decided to have the hot sharing platter which was amazing - and would probably have fed a family of four!! Pasta to follow (plus a shared salad). I had the sea food pasta - which was to die for.

Had a lovely date night food was excellent reasonably priced with a good specials board didn't see many Italian waiters mind

Nice for a coffee on a sunday morning after a stroll along the beach with friends. Good meeting place.

I been going here for years the staff are always welcoming and the food is great what more can you say

14 of us visited for a belated 21st birthday celebration for my nephew. Excellent food, great atmosphere and very good value. Staff extremely friendly and accommodating.

Amazing service as always. I’m gluten free and it’s never an issue in San Marino’s. Ox cheek was superb and sticky toffee pudding. I never feel like I miss out or compromise here. The staff are amazing. Definitely my favourite place to eat. Thank You.

Was here last night with friends and yet again we were not disappointed.

Don't be put off by the exterior of this place. It is a little out of the centre of the city, in a street that seemed to have a number of boarded-up properties. The food is very good - some standard Italian dishes on the menu but most of them had a nice twist to them. We had a starter from the Specials board which was really excellent. Although it's Italian in name and cuisine, there didn't seem to be an Italian person in sight - or from San Marino either, as far as we could tell. Friendly and efficient service from first to last. We were attracted to it by its high rating amongst Sunderland's restaurants, and that rating is for very good reason. Definitely recommended.

I have been here on numerous occasions for Italian, Sunday lunch and take away all of the food is outstanding and the service is amazing, really friendly staff and great atmosphere. Love it here has got better and better over the last year.

My partner and I were visiting Sunderland as I’m due to start a new job in September and we wanted to get a feel for the place. We wanted to go somewhere nice for dinner and trip advisor showed this place as being the best in the city.

Hadn’t been for a while as had been disappointed in my last visit. After this visit happy to say it was fantastic! Will definitely be going again. Great vegetarian selection and staff were very friendly. Big shout out to (tall) Paul as the best 😉

Second visit to San Marino’s in Sunderland and impressed again. Specials board is always changing and everything is appealing.. Malteaser brownie is just the best dessert your going to get. End of Story!

My partner and I i come to this establishment very regularly and agreeably appreciate the interior, the food, the menu options, and the team.

We've been here a number of times now and every time is fantastic, the food is lovely and the service is great too - very unique ceiling decor too!

As a regular visitor to this fab restaurant, it was a no brainer that we would go for my fathers 88th birthday. We were a party of 10 and all went straight for main courses, all preferring to have one of the delicious homemade desserts than a starter. The food was absolutely delicious- some had pizza or pasta whilst Dad had calves liver . The food was delivered to our table within a short space of time.Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food - and then the desserts were ordered. The white chocolate cheesecake was a favourite with the group but I favoured the rhubarb and almond tart with pistachio ice cream. ( just gorgeous!)

Where to take the relatives for a meal, not too far from the house adfter their drive here of over an hour? Just five minutes Drive down the road! We had not been here before so we're taking a chance with guests who are food lovers. No problems, all food was beautifully presented, really tasty, sharing platter was great and lots of it.

I have visited this restaurant many times over the years and it has never disappointed me - but tonight my taste buds were taken to a whole new level of heaven after trying a new Vegan option on the menu: Ragu alle lentucchie! Oh my, I am neither vegan or vegetarian but after tasting this I may have a re-think! Absolutely delicious and the only thing that prevented me from licking my plate clean was my good manners! The service is always friendly and efficient but not invasive, and ambience of the place is truly wonderful. It is not a huge place but well worth a visit if you are in Sunderland. This is truly one of Sunderland’s little gems.

We went last night with my family to celebrate a special occasion of my parents golden wedding anniversary. All our meals were fantastic which we thoroughly enjoyed and the staff and service was great. Thank you for making our special occasion. We will definitely visit again.

We came here based on the Trip Advisor ratings and it didn’t disappoint, the food was amazing, can’t wait to return.

Seated fast even though arrived early. The food was amazing one seafood and one meat eater. Service was amazing and atmosphere was nice, cant wait to return.

Called in yesterday as i needed some meringues for someone who had a craving for them.

Had a great meal here on sat night, food was fantastic, great service & reasonably priced 👍😉, deffo wirth6a visit for a lovely small cosy family run restaurant

Visited for husbands birthday with all the family .Goid was lovely everyone enjoyed their meal and we had a lovely time at this nice informal cosy little restaraunt

Right I'll be short and to the point. We've been here last year a few times and luckily managed to get a window table each time upon request while there (there's 2 of us.) We dine out weekdays to avoid busy times. We were once taken to a table further inside and I asked if we could sit at the window and we were moved. However obviously then knowing the layout, it's quite a small dark place and I suffer terribly with being claustrophobic. Obviously this is not their problem and it was by chance we could be moved to the window. However here's where my problem starts. Due to now knowing the layout and realising I'd feel extremely anxious sitting further in the restaurant. We decided to start booking ahead to ensure we could get a window seat. Yes we had been able to previously by chance upon arriving, but if we turned up and couldn't have had a window seat I'd have had to go elsewhere.

Let's be honest, not the most salubrious location. But OMG the food. Thank heavens this is a hidden gem, otherwise none of us would ever get in; there'd be queues out the door. I've eaten here half a dozen times; always friendly and knowledgeable staff, taking nothing for granted, never coasting on their deservedly excellent reputation. New menu item, people! Crab linguine. Delicious. And which genius puts pears and peanuts together for pudding? The San Marino genius, that's who. Don't have reservations - just make one! Highly recommended.

Firstly I phoned San Marinos to book for a party of 12 a few days before the date. At first they weren't sure if they could fit 12 people in, she took my number and made the effort to look at the table plan to try, which they managed. Friendly staff, food lovely and service great. The staff went a little further and sang happy birthday to my daughter which she loved! Thankyou we will be returning.

Yet again a first class meal. Easter Saturday with family from London. Very pleasant staff who always show huge amount of attention and professional whilst at the same time happy and friendly.

As always the food was delicious. I recommend the North Sea crab linguine with added chilli . We all enjoyed our food along with the tasty garlic bread and will definitely be going back. No room for dessert on this visit but the red wine went down a treat ❤ while my friend enjoyed the blood orange Gin. The staff are so friendly and helpful, it is just simply a fabulous little restaurant!!

Great first visit two weeks ago recomnended by a friend and really impressed with the food, service and ambiance. So much so came back again last week with husband to introduce him to the really lovely menu. Great pasta and slightly different starters including Italian Scotch eggs and halloumi, all beautifully prepared. Good value for money and many more visits on the cards.

Been going to San Marino’s for years. It is now the best it has ever been. Quality food, very well cooked, presented and served! Yet again tonight fully booked on Thursday!!! Going there again next week for my wife’s birthday. I have just opened my TripAdvisor account to let everyone know how good it is......that’s how strongly I feel about the place! Please don’t go in case I can’t get a table!!!

Excellent restaurant with fantastic service and the food quality is excellent. The restaurant also does take out and the pizzas are superb.

Food is always lovely and staff are very good Especially jack. We Have visited a number of times and it’s always excellent. 10/10

Consistently good food, very friendly staff, can’t fault the place, always best to book. Last time here I had seafood pasta, nicest I’ve ever had

Don't be put off by the unprepossessing exterior or the enormous branch of artificial laburnum covering the ceiling, this little Italian serves great tasting food with excellent but unobtrusive service and a good atmosphere even on a quiet mid week lunch time.

Beautiful cosy restaurant. Friendly staff. Service brilliant. A generous amount of Delicious complimentary bread (which is SO TASTY!!) Food is simply AMAZING!!!! Every single time. Can’t fault a thing! Highly recommend this fabulous Italian restaurant!!

A very good meal. Lots of choice.Cooked beautifully despite being very busy. We all had different meals ,4 in our party and ALL excellent. Not bad value either although drinks quite pricy but it is a restaurant. Overall excellent.

We came here for our wedding anniversary with family and it was lovely. The food was delicious and staff very welcoming. It was our first visit there but definitely won't be our last. Loved the atmosphere of the restaurant very authentic. Would definitely recommend.

We visited for our sons birthday. We have been visiting this restaurant for years and at one point the food was not as good. However, whatever they have and changed, they need to keep doing it.. Everyone's food was absolutely amazing. Everyone has noticed the improvements and we cannot wait to go back.

We had been recommended to visit San Marinos and we were not disappointed. The staff, service and decor were all superb and as for the food, divine! It was absolutely delicious. Just one downside (for me) is that the hand cut chips have skin on which I don't like. It's like having potato skins rather than chips but it will not stop me going back as the veg was perfectly cooked. Well done.

Seven of us visited for a friend's birthday. It was busy but the service was still spot on. The home made bread, as always, was delicious. The food was fine but nothing to write home about - not as good as it has been on past visits. Both lasagne's were ok but rather bland. Both friends who had crab linguine said it had little crab flavour. New flavour pizza very good though. Hope it is just a one-off as food is usually lovely. Will be back to find out.

Food is lovely here and if you haven’t tryed here yet then it’s a must you will not be disappointed every time I’ve been it’s been lovely

Yet another awesome meal. This restaurant never lets you down. Spiced scotch egg, delightful. Crab & prawn lasagne & fillet steak & king prawn tagliatelle with peri peri sauce. First class and my favourite Italian restaurant by far

Visiting Sunderland and this restaurant was recommended for Sunday lunch and we were not disappointed. Lamb was beautiful and all home cooked. Service was fantastic and and very efficient. A very pleasant meal

Food is good service is shocking they constantly forget your order so be aware that you will have to Remind them that you haven’t had your main course this is not a 1 off either

Favourite restaurant for both family occasions and more intimate one to one nights. Regular menu is excellent with a good selection of specials. Staff very friendly and efficient. Great atmosphere.

We are always looking for a traditional Sunday Lunch, we travel around the North East and nothing can beat San Marino’s in Sunderland. Awesome food, friendly staff and the owners are hands on and really care about their customers.

Went to San Marinos for the very first time last night despite knowing of this place for years. 14 of us went for two friends 50th birthday celebrations and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food,even the perpetual moaners. The staff were excellent, service was first class and the food was spot on. Everyone knows im a bit of a chip connoisseur and ive got to say their chips are the best in Sunderland. All in all an brill night and ill definitely be going again.

Amazing food great customer service asked if food was nice very clean and tidy and very lovely environment x

I came here about 5 years ago and just thought it was ok but nothing to write home about.

Can I say what a lovely meal we had today, thank you so much, best Sunday lunch we have eaten out in a long time, we'll definitely be back, nothing was any trouble for you's, brilliant to have the choice of menus with having kids wanting pizzas, brilliant and fabulous tasty food all round, we've been coming to your restaurant from from day one and you just seem to get better and better in what you do, keep up the good work guys, you deserve every success, thank you again x

Quality Italian restaurant. Our new goto place for family celebrations. The staff are friendly and efficient, The food is top notch. Unlike many of the bigger Italian restaurants in the city which are all very similar. This establishment is small but feels like a little corner of Italy. Can't reccomend this restaurant enough.

Lovely food, great atmosphere. The staff were very friendly and attentive and the prices were reasonable

Lovely friendly restaurant with fresh food and a few different twists on the menu every time you go in. The food is delicious, I’ve been on many occasions and never been disappointed. The staff are always friendly and very helpful in helping with menu choices. Small and cosy with nice decor and a lovely ambience.Would highly recommend.

Excellent service and food. Visited with family and all commented how nice food was. Service was outstanding

Tried San marino for lunch on Thursday 10th Jan 2019 been trying to get on a weekend for a few months but always full....i now know why!!

I have heard many good reviews but never got round to paying a visit until this week and wow I certainly wasn’t disappointed. A charming little restaurant with very friendly staff and a lovely ambience. The food

This place is great for a romantic evening or a catch up with friends the seafood linguine is superb along with the potato skins simply delicious staff are friendly and cocktails delicious

A truly wonderful evening! Our starter were 3 large plates of cheese, meats and seafood all beautifully presented and equally as tasty. This together with the bowls of mussels made for an exquisite starter. Main course for 3 of our party was lamb and this did not disappoint. I opted for the seafood gratin which was bursting with scallops prawn and lobster tails- delicious. A little Grappa followed to aid digestion and then onto the dessert - cherry bakewell with pistachio ice cream. Just perfect.

I can't rave enough about this amazing restaurant. Last nights food was stunning and devine. From start to finish the food, service and atmosphere was second to none. You must make it a priority to eat here, it's awesome. Well done everyone and we'll see you soon. Will definitely be booking for nye 2019

Sunderland Railway FC attended San Marino for one of our monthly get togethers and were definitely not disappointed.

Just called in for pizza and a drink pre visit to theatre as we often do. Pizza was wonderful as always but I've got to say the Crab Linguini was possibly the best pasta dish I've had. Amazing flavour and so moreish I could have eaten another.