The best restaurants serving Italian food in North East

I bought chips and kebab meat with 3 garlic sauces Only one came so missing 2. Its first timevits happened lost out on £1.60

Waited 1 and a half hours for a seafood pizza when it arrived it was stone cold, unless you order then go and pick it up I wouldn't advise to have it delivered

I didn’t really enjoy my experience, we were at a table for 2 near a door at the back of the restaurant. There was a terrible draft and I was cold throughout the whole meal. This wasn’t helped by the fact that my main meal was not particularly warm or tasty. Plate was cold and it was just a large plate of mush. I think I chose wrong ! Lobster ravioli, loooking around other diners did appear happy with their food but for me this was a less than average Italian meal.

Really enjoy the food here normally. Had difficulties placing our order due a language barrier, drinks were missed off. The food was ok, pizza very hard crust & toppings thrown on. When the bill arrived, we’d been charged the same amount as 2 courses, but only 1 course each, this should have been explained when placing the order, as we’d have got starters and taken them home, but the waiter really struggled to understand us. £28, no drinks. When I queried this, extremely rude man, possibly the owner/manager told me that I didn’t understand. I did, they didn’t. I reluctantly paid, as we were short on time & just wanted to get out. I did say I’d not go back ever, shame really as regular staff and food are fine.

I visit this place once a month if not more frequent. Great staff always helpful, great attitude towards customers and very friendly. I would suggest booking on a Sunday as it is always very busy.

Went to martinos seaburn with my family and the owners we obviously in walking around dressed like scruffs and pulling the staff aside every 2 minutes! Staff were doing a great job but the owners made us and other feel uncomfortable the way they were going on. Put us right off and will never be back. Food was spot on just owners thinking they are big time dressed like drug dealers

Very happy about lunch today. We tried king prawns in tomato and chilli sauce, followed by honey chicken special and chicken cordon bleu. Squeezed in a shared portion of tiramisu. Delighted today. Lovely staff too.

We had my daughter’s 18th at Borge Function room, it is a perfect venue. Staff were so helpful and friendly, they really couldn’t do enough to help us. It’s modern, clean and plenty of seating, we had a fantastic night.

Thank you italian farmhouse managers and staff. What an outstanding service I have had. I hired italian farmhouse for my daughters birthday and from start to finish the service I received was amazing. I was unsure of what I wanted and kept swapping and changing my mind not once was I made to feel this was an issue,I just in the end decided I wanted something basic and simple like sausage rolls, wedges, sandwiches. I got this with the fun element for kids making their own pizza! They loved it and went down a treat! I have a niece who I didnt inform had a nut allergy ( my bad ) they were prepared to clean all surfaces allow us to check ingredients and make something for her but understandably said whilst they would do their best they couldn't guarantee so we declined and they allowed us to order in a pizza, this obviously is someones business but I feel to do this they want more than just money they want to give and make customers feel valued and welcome I was so impressed. Staff constantly checked everything was ok, constantly asked if anything else was needed they were prompt in bringing out food and keeping the area clean and tidy, nothing at all seemed to be a bother to them. I also had a courtesy call making sure all had went ok as I'd changed my mind that many times. Thank you so much italian farmhouse for an amazing memory for my little girl. We will most definitely be becoming regulars!

We waited to be seated on Sunday lunch time despite all of the top floor being empty. The decor is nice and it does feel fancier than some of the other Italian chains. We shared the Cromer crab arancini starter from the specials menu which was very good. My partner opted for the calzone which was large, well risen and packed with filling. I enjoyed the stick pig pizza which is essentially two flavours, both of which were delicious. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The food was high quality and very tasty, this was reflected in the price which we found to be quite steep, especially for a chain/shopping centre . £17+ for a pizza. £8 for some starters and puddings.

We had a meal there last night lovely we went early and the meal. Was very good price are very good. The service brilliant.

Novellos food was beautiful,service was great,food,potato skins are unreal but I left 4 starts because I was asked out by the waiter whilst I'm only 16.

Lovely place great food great staff had my 60th there with family everything when so well from getting there to service 16 of us without haven’t to wait for food and always making sure we were alright definitely go back.

We used to go to Gianni’s regularly when the original owners ran the place and it was always a firm family favourite. We went back tonight for the first time in years and it was like stepping back in time! Delicious food, great atmosphere and fantastic service - just like it used to be! We’re absolutely delighted and we’ll certainly be back soon!

Having often driven past this restaurant we decided to give it a try. We booked a last minute table (20 minutes in advance) and turned up not knowing what to expect as we had never been before. It is cash only and parking is limited so bear this in mind before you go. The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, the staff were really friendly and the food was fantastic! We all enjoyed 3 courses and a couple of drinks (alcoholic) and both were delicious. It worked out around £40 each for our meals and drinks which was excellent value. They even made a cocktail that was not on the menu for one of our group! Excellent food and service, we will definitely be back!