Santi’s Southern Italian Bar & Kitchen in East Riding of Yorkshire

Really enjoyed my visit. The only downside was seating in the booths which was a bit shorter than typical. Presumably to fit more seating in.

Absolutely delighted with our meals will definitely be going again

This has to be one the best restaurants ever! I don’t say that lightly as it’s often hard to find a place that has absolutely wonderful, helpful and attentive staff. The food is utterly delicious with some super original dishes. Last night (a Saturday) the atmosphere was just perfect with some nice music playing and not too loud. I can’t recommend this fabulous restaurant enough. In fact I want to go back again right about… now!

Party of 10. Had to give a deposit and pre-order which was fine. Food was lovely and very good service. Nice atmosphere. Would recommend

Great pizza, the best in the region. A tad on the expensive side though.

Our first time here on Thursday. It was fab. Great ambience, service attentive and friendly but not gushing and the food was superb. Highly recommend this place 👌

Visited twice now and every time a truly Italian experience. Freshly cooked quality food, great service and drinks. Our regular place to visit in Hull from now on. Excellent overall.

What a wonderful place. The food was absolutely spot on and they treat me like a king. Everyone should eat here, really nice restaurant.

This was hands down the best meal I've had in a long time. The food was exceptional, full of flavor and perfectly cooked. The beer selection was also top-notch, with great service, I highly recommend this place to anyone!

We went here for an evening meal for four. Great service. All the meals we had were great quality and large. The portion sizes are impressive, to the point at which we all had our work cut out with just a starter and main course each. Price was good as well. I had the Polpetta (pork meatballs) for a starter and the Cotoletto with Rosemary and parmesan fries for the main course. No compliants at all about the food or drink. very minor comment, one of our party thought they could do with a couple less tables to help with space, as he was quite close the table behind. But that is a minor point, and I'd certainly not knock them any points off from the review. Would I recommend them? Yes, absolutely.

Straight to the point, best breakfast experience I can recall. The food and presentation was excellent. The Italian slant on the menus made choosing a difficult decision for now at least. I say this because every option on the menu I saw being served to other diners and they looked delicious. I will make it my business to try each over the coming months.

First visit, certainly won’t be my last. Absolutely loved everything about it, as a huge fan of Italy it had a really authentic feel and the food was delicious. Bellissimo 🥰

Lovely service, great atmosphere and AMAZING food! Top marks for the whole experience! Two of our party were late and they were lovely about it and didn’t rush us. I can’t wait to go back!

We visited Santi’s on Princes Avenue last Saturday night for dinner with friends. Sat at the high tables to the left of the restaurant. The area was full and lively with all different age groups, service was great and the food was wonderful. Decor is very tasteful and is very welcoming. Having visited both of the restaurants I would say Princes Avenue is the best. Will definitely be visiting again. Thank you

Gorgeous restaurant, very friendly staff, amazing service with great menu choices and delicious food, we will definitely be back!

Love the food, staff and atmosphere. I would recommend Santi’s to all my friends.

Was really disappointed with Santis following hearing raving reviews. We arrived to be sat at a table that was placed directly under the bar/service area, meaning that waiters where leaning over the back of us to grab menus, drinks and even HOT!! Drinks!! Staff was constantly shouting over our table to bar staff regarding orders making the whole experience rather unpleasant and not enjoyable. When we got served our food, the waiter spilt steak juice all down the side of me, if it wasn’t for me noticing and leaning back it would have gone everywhere. The side plates where absolutely filthy underneath and then they got took away. We both had the steak, one was lovely and one wasn’t the best. The service and environment dragged down the whole experience.

Absolutely gorgeous food, lovely staff and great traditional decor. Great atmosphere and very clean 👌

Lovely place to eat or drink , very welcoming, staff very friendly and helpful. Can't recommend it enough.

Visited the new restaurant this evening and was greeted by the legend Daniele Romano. The decor and interior looked amazing. We all ordered starters which came very quickly. I ordered something that was not on the menu but they was happy to do for me. All main meals was cooked to perfection and I would definitely recommend if you have not been before. Keep up the great work guys. 👏👏👏

Very welcoming staff, all very good ,fun yet knowledgeable. Incredible open kitchen. The only drawback was the tables taken up by parents with children, some in prams, that took up 20% of the v small space. Love the Family Vibe but would prefer not to eat in a creche. Food outstanding

The most delicious food in my life 🤩

2 of us went on a Tuesday lunchtime so it wasn’t very busy, 12 people in the entire restaurant. Sat down and got menus. Good 15 mins for drink order. We then ordered food. A pizza and a Caesar salad. It took SO long …. There was a very loud hoovering type noise from the kitchen, as if they were cleaning…. After 40 mins we finally got food which was ok but nothing outstanding.

Breakfast was really tasty and everyody was so friendly!

Lovely Italian restaurant, great choice of food, great decor and also seating outside if it's a nice day, the staff were fantastic and polite. Parking onsite and also plenty of street parking nearby, very authentic Italian restaurant, will definitely visit again, maybe on an evening next time.

My Partner and I visited yesterday. The environment was lively and lovely to dine with the front windows open. Food was fresh and of good quality. I would deffo reccomend this fab restaurant and we will come back as soon as we can.

Best Italian I’ve had in a longtime. Even been to Rome and the pasta wasn’t as tasty! Wonderful staff and atmosphere, can’t wait to try your new bigger restaurant in September

Amazing food, best Italian I have eaten in a longtime. I’ve been to Rome and my pasta was more tasty at this restaurant. Can’t wait for their new bigger restaurant to open on Princess Ave in September.

A great find while visiting the area for a skydive experience. We weren't sure what to expect but the service was extremely friendly and the food was just divine! I wish we had an Italian restaurant as good as this close to home. We definitely recommend visiting Santi's and experiencing such good, authentic Italian food.

Beautiful Italian experience! The food was amazing and the pasta cooked "al dente" to perfection. The amaretto cocktail and the afogato were out of this world! Atmosphere was nice, although too crowded and the tables fairly close to each other. After 9PM seemed to get quieter and it was better. All waiters were friendly and polite. There is a parking space available which is very useful. Price wise, unfortunately are on the expensive side, but the dishes have quality food and the portions were adequate. We had a lovely time there and we are surely going to return!

Friendly restaurant with great food, large portions. They don’t rush you and made my daughters birthday special. You don’t get many restaurants like this anymore.

This place deserves a Michelin star! You know the place is authentic when they don't serve ketchup! We were only in Hull for 3 days and we ate here twice because it was that good!

A beautiful restaurant situated in the small village of Anlaby. Santi's transports you to the Sicilian /Italian coast. With it's authentic flavours, staff and decor. Being able to see the chefs cook your food instead of being hidden away behind a wall, is a real personal touch. Santi's is the best Italian in the area, I would recommend booking for an evening meal, as it is packed out. We've visited a number of times and the service has been 5*, each waiter/ress has been personable and warming. The food is full of flavour and worth every penny. On our first visit we waited an hour between starters and main's but it was worth it. Even returning a few times more to enjoy the food. Even if you come and you find yourself waiting, don't grumble. The food is worth the wait. The only small issue I find I have, is as this Restuarant was renovated from a previous pub, the acoustics are not the best. When it is busy, I found it difficult to hear my family/partner and often found myself shouting. I would also inform individuals who are dining out here, that there is parking and remember to input your car registration on entry to Santi's or you may get hit with a fine. There is free parking (after 6pm) across the street, if needs be. All in all, a fabulous restaurant. Highly recommended.

Santi’s used to be amazing, but more recently it’s disappointing.. when it first opened, it was something different, an authentic southern Italian restaurant, with a great atmosphere and great food. The service was exemplary, very attentive and friendly, warm and welcoming. Now it’s hit and miss. The basic Italian dishes are still great, but the atmosphere and service is random and often disappointing. Banging rave tunes on the balcony area, on a Friday afternoon are not relaxing, and ruin the experience. I’ve sent a couple of dishes back recently, as they were just inedible or badly cooked. The Primitivo wine from Puglia, at £27 per bottle used to be worth the price. Now it tastes like a cheap red, from who knows where, wrapped in the same paper wrapper… It’s such a shame and so unnecessary. It was the best Italian restaurant in the area. Now it’s just an above average pizza/pasta place . Maybe they overstretched themselves opening another restaurant on Princes Ave, so soon. I can honestly say it’s not been the same since…..

Amazing!!! Wednesday night and the atmosphere was buzzing. Food was exceptional and service fantastic. Thank you xxx

Visit with family to celebrate 60th birthday and we had a lovely afternoon. Some of the younger members of the family stated the service was slow, but I enjoyed the break between courses which made the afternoon an event. The food was so nice and be warned, don’t over order as the portions are very big. We had t Young children with us, which resulted in wasted food. Not the restaurants fault. I wished I had known the portion sizes. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. I will definitely revisit, but only with adults.

From start to finish the whole experience was faultless service was impeccable food was amazing I’ve been many times before but tonight was outstanding well done santis

Great food and friendly service. Highly Recommended

We had an amazing meal here! We are a family of four with two children aged 11 and 8 who loved it just as much as the adults. All of the staff, but particulary Giacomo, were amazing, attentive and chatting animatedly. We shared the dips and rips to start which was huge and then enjoyed a calzone, carbonara and pizzas for our main. We've spent a lot of time in Italy and the dishes were amazingly authentic, absolutely superb and definitely the best we've had locally. The only issue we had is that we got too full and the kids didn't finish their food, but they did get the take the remainder home! The atmosphere was fab, busy and bustling with everyone having a good time. We loved seeing the food being prepared, especially the flames! We will definitely be coming back. Such a lovely evening with food being made and served as it should be!

Amazing Italian restaurant! The food was incredible! By far the best Italian I've had the pleasure of experiencing. I'll definitely be going again.

Lovely place, very nice atmosphere and food. Beth was very nice bringing us our food and asking if everything was ok. Highly recommend. Will be coming here for Breaky with the boys soon

We celebrated a friends 40th Birthday here last night. Absolutely superb! Food, drinks & the service was fantastic from start to finish. We stayed for around 3 hours and nothing was too much trouble. Loved the traditional feel to the place and the Italian gent who looked after us was great - as were all the staff 👍🏻 would definitely recommend and we will return without doubt. Thanks Santis 🇮🇹 🍕 🥩 🍷

fantastic service the steak and eggs were superb I love this place also got the meat and cheese board which was 2nd to none

First time visiting for breakfast with the family and it definitely won’t be the last! Delicious food beautifully presented and such big portions too! Loved the open kitchen! Staff were polite and attentive and we couldn’t fault the service at all. We will be recommending to others and planning our next visit very soon. 😊

Wonderful food; fantastic service, highly recommended and can’t wait to go back! Beautiful waiters/waitresses. Xx

Visited for first time and will go again. Food was amazing absolutely delicious and good price. Servis absolutely brilliant good place to go. 100% recommending Thank you

Amazing food and the staff are excellent friendly and very professional would go back anytime

Wonderful food, and the warmest and most welcoming service from Alisha and Beth. Can’t wait to come again!

We had a lovely experience here. Food was beautiful and plenty of options on the menu. I'd definitely recommend Sugo beef pasta dish, absolutely amazing!! We had the pleasure of being served by Giacomo, he gave us a warm welcome and made sure we had our drinks quickly, he came and checked on us regularly during our meal, and you could see he really cares about his customers experience and is such a lovely and happy guy. Thank you so much Giacomo, this was our first meal out together since we got married recently, and you made it very special for us! Thank you for the Limoncello, hopefully we will see you again soon!!

Nothing to fault! Genuine staff and such a family orientated feeling. Food is outstanding and the atmosphere is just like being in Italy. Can’t wait to come back to try something different on the menu.

One meal really good, the other appalling - sent it back and didn't order anything else. Nice place, staff pleasant and attentive. Wouldn't rush back.

I would give the service 6 stars if it was possible! Everything was absolutely divine. Thank you.

We had an amazing meal today! The food is delicious and the service was great. Shoutout to Jacobo in particular. He was great with my daughter too. Would definitely recommend.

A bit pricey but the food was outstanding as was the service. The place is quite small and has strange acoustics such that it was very difficult to hear people speak even sitting at the same table even though it wasn't very busy. I normally prefer background music in a restaurant but here it just added to the noise.

Visited Santi’s princes ave for the second time and it did not disappoint. Food was amazing, always guided by the staff and they always get it 10/10. Service was the best, such a small and intimate place which gives opportunity to get to know the staff. Will definitely be back P.S recommend amaretto sours and an expresso martini!!!

Visited the restaurant on the bank holiday weekend with friends. When we arrived we were seated in a booth which was a squeeze for six people. We had to ask the staff if we could order our food as we were left for 30mins unattended. The staff seemed very very stressed rushing around the restaurant, knocking the menu off our table, dropping plates and leaving us without drinks and food for a very long time. Our table was booked for six and we had our starters at 8.30 due to the restaurant being so busy. When the starters came the man said the name of the dish very fast so we didn’t hear him. When we asked what it was he told us “you should know, you ordered it love.” The food tasted amazing and everyone loved their meal. However, the waiting time, lack of service and rude/stressed staff made this experience unforgettable for all of the wrong reasons.

Best meal I had in England in 4 weeks. And best carbonara of my life!

Great service, fantastic atmosphere. Special thank you to Simone the manager that looked after us.

A Splendid Celebration at Santi's Anlaby! For a recent 70th birthday celebration, our group of 15 descended upon Santi's Southern Italian Bar & Kitchen in Anlaby, and what a delightful experience it was! From the moment we arrived, the staff, particularly Amelia, made us feel incredibly welcome and accommodated. Amelia's service was truly excellent. She was attentive without being intrusive, ensuring everyone's needs were met with a smile and a friendly demeanor. Her helpful suggestions and knowledge of the menu were invaluable, especially for those unfamiliar with Southern Italian cuisine. But the star of the show, without a doubt, was the food! Divine is the perfect word to describe it. Every dish, from appetizers to mains and desserts, was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. It was clear that the freshest ingredients were used, and the portions were generous enough to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. The open kitchen allowed us to witness the culinary magic firsthand, and the aroma wafting through the air only heightened our anticipation. Those who opted for pizzas raved about the thin crust and perfectly balanced toppings, while the pasta dishes were declared "just like Nonna used to make." Special mentions go to the (mention a specific dish that impressed you), which was absolutely divine! The warm and inviting atmosphere of Santi's was perfect for our celebratory gathering. The restaurant itself is unique, and the ability to observe the chefs work their magic added to the overall experience. Overall, our experience at Santi's Anlaby was nothing short of exceptional. The delicious food, attentive service (especially from Amelia!), and wonderful ambiance made it the perfect setting for a memorable 70th birthday celebration. We highly recommend Santi's to anyone looking for a taste of authentic Southern Italian cuisine in a welcoming and friendly environment.

Excellent food, good atmosphere and lovely, attentive service. Simon was very friendly and very hospitable, definitely recommend!

We enjoyed a brilliant evening at Santi - Anlaby. Great atmosphere and great service. We decided we wanted to move tables and this was no issue at all. The portions of food are huge !! And quality of food was perfect. Lots to choose from. Couldn’t fault the evening at all and we even received Complimentary Limoncello shot too 🍋🍸 In our party we had a vegetarian and a gluten free person and this was easily accommodated for. We will definitely be visiting Santi again - hopefully next month when we purchase a wedding dress from Little Bird Boutique next door 👰🏼 perfect place to enjoy a celebration.

Food was very good The waiter Sam was very welcoming and we had a great evening

Had my partners Birthday meal here last night. Food was slow to arrive but very good! Waiting staff were brilliant- particularly Poppy and Giacomo. Excellent service from both of them, and bar staff were super friendly and efficient. Will absolutely visit again.

One of the best places o have ate in a VERY long time! And Giacomo was amazing help and very friendly thanks guys be back very soon!!!

Came tonight table of 5 for my birthday with my adults kids iv never been wow what a wonderful place i actually felt like i was on holiday , great food great service very quick from order to delivery will definatly be coming again thank you ..

Food was stunning and all the staff were energetic and welcoming - will be returning

Yesterday morning went for post-gym breakfast at Santi’s. First time back at the Red Lion for many decades! We sat outside on the terrace in the sun and had full English breakfasts with coffee and orange juice. The food was outstanding, 10/10, the service was wonderful, so warm and friendly, and there was a nice atmosphere about the place too. Thanks for a wonderful breakfast experience. I’ll be back!

Sat on the terrace in the sunshine at lunchtime was fantastic, salad was delicious and washed down with a cold beer. Service was great.

Lovely food and great choice on menu. Agree with other reviews that it is noisy in there but I think a lot of Italian restaurants are. Great service from Sam who kept us informed when our food would be coming as we had a little wait. Would go back but maybe try earlier in the evening it might be less busy and noisy.

First visit but won't be our last, place was busy for a Thursday night and had an all-round nice atmosphere possibly slightly on the noisy side for some but fine for us. Service was great from start to finish, received a nice welcome on arrival. Alesha was our main waiter who managed to get the right balance of been attentive through the meal without hovering around. The food was very good and of high quality, the portions are on the large side. Our table was too full to sample the deserts this time but will know to save some space for next time.

Had a warm welcome from Beth our lovely waitress, there was no rush to order, very relaxed atmosphere and nothing was too much trouble. My daughter ordered the pesto eggs I ordered the breakfast panino and we shared the American pancakes, absolutely delicious! We highly recommend and will defiantly be back, thank you all!!

Great food and service. Looking forward to coming back.

Went here for the first time last night with my partner. When we first arrived for our reservation it was very busy. We were seated very quickly but the room itself is very small and cramped. I couldn’t stretch my arms both ways without touching people in the tables next to us. I kept thinking our drinks would fly off our table because we couldn’t fit the plates the wine in the ice bucket and the glasses on it. Every time one of us tried talking we had to repeat ourselves because it was soo loud it was like we were at the rugby not ideal for dinner. The food in my partners opinion was superb however for me it was sub par the chips were hard on the inside and the ice cream had chunks in it. Then there was a birthday celebration to which the staff all gathered round what room there was and sang and clapped to happy birthday. Spent almost £100 and I wouldn’t go again. The waiters were nice often greeting people as they came in but to me they didn’t need to be that friendly. Maybe it’s that type of place but I didn’t like it. The portions of food are generous to the point we came out feeling very sick. To me there are a lot better places for half the price. If you’re looking to spend a lot then sure but I wouldn’t recommend this place. Often the waiters would go. Outside for cig breaks then come in stand next to us and reek of it not what I want to smell in a restaurant as I’m eating.

Simone was brilliant from start to finish. This is an amazing restaurant. Incredible food, incredible service and an incredible atmosphere. Loved it. Will return many times!

Had a wonderful time at Santi yesterday. The food, atmosphere and customer service were excellent. A big thank you to Giacomo for helping make the evening so enjoyable 👍

Was very much looking forward to this experience once I entered the restaurant on Saturday evening , However, the restaurant was full and very loud which quickly became irritating and difficult to have any conversation with the people I had gone with! It was quickly evident that it was several diners birthdays - and the relentless “Happy Birthday” song being played every 5 minutes with cake and candles brought out with several staff dancing in a line and signing at the top of their voices followed by endless clapping.. was super annoying after the 3rd occasion in 10 minutes! The meatballs starter although tasted ok, was served tepid and not once did any member of staff come over to ask if everything was ok. I ended up leaving most of it. The Italian meats Pizza was tasty but over salty for my personal taste. Today, the day after, I have been on the toilet most of the day with stomach cramps and diarrhoea! Perhaps the tepid meatballs were to blame? Undercooked ? Who knows but can’t say I’m keen to return to this restaurant following this experience!

Nice place but 6 of us were seated in a booth which was quite a squeeze,2 of our party were delayed and we were asked a few times if they would still be joining us,so much so we felt obliged to order our starters (bruschetta) which was delicious,our friends joined us but had to skip starters so we could all eat together.I got carbonara with pork cheek which was basically bacon rind,chewy and horrible,we got an apology from the waiter but that was all.To be fair all other meals were fine but we did find it didnt live up to expectations despite reccomendations,we left feeling rushed and dissapointed and will probably not return unless we were seated at a proper table to eat comfortably and would choose something else to eat.

Great place 1st time we've been, won't be the last. Nothing too much trouble.

What an amazing restaurant. Service was outstanding and I had the best lobster ravioli I’ve ever had … and it beat those I’ve had in Rome and Capri! Well worth a visit. Thank you

Very nice place , good food , good friendly staff , very happy to come back again

Food was truly amazing and made my girlfriend's eyes roll into the back of her head. The sharer dishes are large and well worth the money, so much so that we totally over ordered, but loved every single bite. The service was friendly, the atmosphere was charming, and we had a wonderful time.

Amazing food and service at the Hull restaurant however, the venue is really small and the tables are very close together (especially two seaters) which isn’t ideal when you’re eating. I was sat on a bench and my partner was sat on a stool! Very uncomfortable and too close to the couple next to us.

Incredible authentic Italian food. Had small plates for lunch with a friend. Every dish was delicious, generous and presented beautifully. Definitely a place to go back to again and again

Had a wonderful breakfast at Santis in Anlaby. Lovely, friendly staff who made me feel extremely welcome and were super-efficient. The food was amazing, the best restaurant meal I've had in many years. I'll definitely be going again! VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

Honestly one of the nicest meals I've had in a long time. The Calamari with squid ink Aeoli was lovely to start and the Pasta ala Norma, my favourite Sicilian dish, was very rich in flavour yet not heavy. Portion sizes are big, but they do have boxes to take things home. As some have said, the restaurant is loud when busy (we went the day before Mother's Day, so it was to be expected) so might be a problem for those hard of hearing.

Nice food, friendly staff, cheerful atmosphere. Cost not too bad for eating out

Best calamari I've ever had,and steaks were so good, cooked to perfection

Great food, big portions and fantastic staff!

Couldn't decide what to eat, so went half and half pizza with a friend - brilliant choice and thoroughly enjoyed it. Will be back again soon

Nicely decorated small restaurant. We went (with my friend) on a midweek evening. Chap taking order seemed impatient and hassled. Tables wedged in so near that you might as well be sat on same table with 4 strangers. Couldn’t get out to go to loo as so packed in. Place SO noisy too just from too many people in such a small place, we couldn’t hear if there was any music or not. I didn’t drink as I was driving but had headache by end of meal. Food ok, big portions but my ceaser salad wasn’t very tasty at all. £78 for 2 of us. But pricey for what we had. I wouldn’t rush back. Also whilst we were eating a joiner was building new wooden eating booths at side of restaurant. Waitress said it was to help absorb the noise. Quite ironic really!

Lovely brunch menu we tried the pesto eggs and Sicilian toast both were perfect. The service was friendly and welcoming. Looking forward to going back to try the evening menu which also looked great.

Absolutely fantastic Roast dinner the best I’ve tried by far.. The Food and service was second to none.. Very relaxing Atmosphere.. highly recommend

Excellent place, with very tasty authentic food. Would definitely recommend. Thank you

Absolutely amazing food and service. Pizza was 100% come and give it a try, you won't be disappointed....just perfect. A++

Food was great and portion sizes are ample. Would recommend and will definitely be returning!

Lovely food with great service. Breakfasts are particularly good.

Fabulous atmosphere and food on Satuday lunchtime. Great choice, quality ingredients, service and wines. This is my 3rd visit and all equally brilliant. We shall return.

Came here this evening party of 7 adults and a small child. First time here all I can say is WOW The food was fantastic very tasty and extremely hot The serves was also spot on we couldn’t ask for more. We will be definitely returning very soon Thank you all for a fantastic evening

Lovely food and great atmosphere. Impressed by the staff who clearly work hard to make an enjoyable evening for everyone.

The food superb, the menu great, but oh its noisey. No soft furnishings to deaden the sound. But we still loved it.