The best restaurants serving Italian food in North West

Our party booked ahead and preordered, the place had only a few other customers so it wasn’t busy. Meals only started being served after an hour and a half with no apology or explanation. When the food did come some orders were missing, some meals were inedible, some only arrived after other people had finished eating. The manager/supervisor did not come and apologise or offer explanation, he stayed away downstairs. When he was approached about taking a meal off the bill due to it being inedible, he said there was nothing he could do as a good will gesture apart from remove the item from the bill. Two of the meals were inedible and the quality of the others served was on the whole quite poor. I am so surprised as this place used to be so good.

The food was really good, would go back. Service was slow, but it was busy and there were only two people serving and making drinks - so fair play to them two! They do have lots of gluten free options. Overall, we were there for two hours whilst we had a bottle of wine and a main meal.

Booked this for my birthday today as I had heard so much about it. It was so disappointing. It was Mad Friday (I blame the parents) Atmosphere was non existent. Half the tables were empty. Food was very poor - we all had pizza and it was the worst I have had in a long time. I am on Slimming World and was prepared to blow it for my birthday as a treat, I am so disappointed. We are trying all the restaurants in town and so far this is by far the worst, we won’t be back £90 for 3 pizzas (small tart type, mine was very doughy), 1 chips, 4 beers and 2 glasses of wine

Went to this little gem for a mix of Sunday lunch, early bird main menu and kids meals....well what a surprise it was. Food was hot and great portions, service was fab, staff were super friendly and accommodating (even with our noisy rabble) wasn't waiting long for anything and fussy kids really enjoyed it...the fussiest even loving the lobster ravioli...all in a all great value for money 💰 and honestly so surprised...if you haven't already give it a try! You will not be disappointed 😌

Second time here for the bottomless brunch, probably the best value for money one I’ve been to in Preston. The food is amazing, Prosecco/cocktails are good quality and the staff are lovely, can’t do enough for you. Highly recommend.

A hidden gem! We absolutely love The Italian and we’ve been several times since moving to Romiley in summer 2024. Delicious food which offers great value for money. The portion sizes are always generous. Can’t fault the service - the staff have always been incredibly friendly and welcoming. We love The Italian and will continue to support this fab local business!

Their 30% offer in feb post is misleading, to see how to get it you need to press on “more” on post so we were refused it, however chef / manager? agreed himself that it isnot the first time it is an issue. I commented on the post on instagram and was instantly blocked and comment removed. They also blocked me from the Elnecot acc, which I mentioned was fab (???). Their facebook has only good reviews on although only 86% recommend the Dokes - they clearly remove unfavorable ones on there. All in all it is crazy that reputable place like this has such a bad social media management and only allows good comments.

Welcomed, seated, ordered drinks. Busy. Music far too loud. Food ordered, ten minute wait. Delicious. One grumble - portion size - immense. Wish there was an option for a more moderate size - same price, just less waste. Friendly helpful staff.

Call in here quite often for their cooked breakfast. Always fresh and always tasty. I haven't tried any of their other food that's on the menu but if their breakfast is anything to go by it should be good.

Amazing food and the staff were also amazing. Been here a few times now and every time it is brilliant. Thank you so much to all the staff

Visited here again, it is ok, very average, the pasta sauce was quite meaty tasting, which was surprising for a tomato based sauce. It was an arrabettia sauce, but very little meat and just filled with baby tinned tomatoes.

I visited the Slice pizza at Oxford Road station (not the one pictured on here), and I'd just like to say what a lovely experience I had. I was greeted by a lovely young man wearing glasses, I think his name was Wilf. He was friendly, professional and nothing was too much trouble. It's really lovely to experience such good customer service. I would visit again in light of this. Pizza was also delicious. Thanks

Really enjoyed the food, much better than a usual takeaway pizza. Picked the order up and the shop incredible, assume Italian owner listening to great relaxing Italian music. No complaints from us.

Wonderful authentic Italian food. Friendly staff. Reasonably priced. Can’t fault the service. Even the toilets were immaculate.

Arrived to be greeted with warm friendly welcoming, seated immediately. Spotlessly clean. Food was divine and plentiful at a great price. All staff were attentive, couldnt do enough. Families with young children present and accessible for wheelchairs. Will definitely be returning.