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Postino

Winner of the Best Restaurant Awards from DIABLO MAGAZINE and THE EASTBAY EXPRESS. Postino is located in a historic brick and slate-roofed Carr Jones designed former post office in downtown Lafayette. Inspired by the traditions of Italy with an American inclination, Postino delivers a seasonal menu using the finest local and imported ingredients. We serve the full menu at bar and have walk in tables available in the lounge and patio. Private rooms and banquet spaces seat 6 to 250.
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202 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(202 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 202 reviews
5 stars
(81)
4 stars
(86)
3 stars
(22)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(4)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(109)
  • fit for foodies(95)
  • neighborhood gem(91)
  • romantic(87)
  • great for outdoor dining(62)
  • notable wine list(62)
Postino Reviews List
Review 1 for Postino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Took my Mom for Mother's Day Lunch and was not pleased - first course came before the drinks so they did not have the timing right with the bar, the kitchen and the wait staff. The second course ( this was a fixed menu) , salmon, was dry and the rice was flavorless. Furthermore, they forgot to wrap it up for my Mom who ate less than 1/2 of it which I guess was just as well since it wasn't good to begin with, however that is not point since she asked. Been to Postino many times before and have been satisfied. Not sure if this was fluke so I may return. However with so many restaurants of this type to choose from in the area, it might be a long while before this happens."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice setting in the shade outdoors. Food adequate but not spectacular. Party of 7, waitress made a lot of mistakes--forgot completely about one guest's order, forgot about request for salt and pepper, slow service, etc. Automatic tip of 20% added, but certainly not earned or deserved. Think that's a bit steep for the automatic add on for larger party."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 3 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place and Excellent Food

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We are strict vegetarians - no seafood either. We always order small plates at nicer restaurants, and were surprised to find many vegetarian choices in small plates. We ordered Mozarella/Strawberry salad, Grilled Asparagus, Grilled Broccolini, Egg Plant Parmesan, and Penne with tomato sauce (kid). Every thing was done outstanding - perfectly cooked, with right amount of salt. Ordered Rosemary-Olive Oil cake - very unique and delicious. The service was also great - the waiter was very prompt, polite and everything he ordered was delicious. Good selection of wines as well. It is definitely noisy but very kid friendly. Would go there again.
Great for romantic dinner or with kids or even for large parties. Downside is parking!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Did not meet my expectations...

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have dined at Postino several times. This is the first time I felt underwhelmed by the experience. Starting with having made a reservation and asked for a quiet space since three of us are hearing impaired. We were seated in a large open space with lots of hard surfaces - a hearing disaster, especially when other diners were seated nearby. The food was adequate but not memorable. I am sorry to have had this experience at one of Lafayette's "finest"."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 5 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful!

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We visited Postino for the first time and were blown away by the food and service! Everything we ordered was delicious - Scacciatta appetizer, Pappardelle pasta, and Costata entree. We wanted to share the pasta and entree, so our server had the kitchen split both dishes and bring them out as separate courses, which made the meal much more enjoyable. Split dishes were wonderful portion size. Can't say enough good things about Postino!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of our favorite places for a special night out. The food is always fantastic but the service was a bit disappointing on our last visit. I would expect better for a 730pm Saturday evening reservation. I will be back though...very fun place."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very nice wine tasting event and dinner afterwards ! Appetizers with the wine tasting were very good !!
Service was excellent as usual, but was not impressed with my veal entree. WAY overcooked- was like chewing leather. My risotto was okay."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice evening

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were a party of six and it went very smoothly. I had the Garganelle which was outstanding.
it is noisy and we had the quietest spot at a table in the room on the right.
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Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 9 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Terrific meal. I had veal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Terrific meal. I had veal picata and my wife had eggplant parmesan, both prepared perfectly. Postino is hands down the best dinner restaurant in Lamoraga."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

One of my favorite East Bay

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of my favorite East Bay restaurants. Great ambiance, with food that matches."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2008
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Review 11 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Postino's is consistently

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Postino's is consistently excellent. On my most recent visit we had a terrific server, and were put in a quiet space, per our special request. (Much noiser in main part of restaurant.) Food was terrific, as always. Chef Beatty is a gem!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 12 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good food, limited menu,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good food, limited menu, great service"
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I love Postino!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love Postino! The experiance for the bar and/or dining is always great. You will want to try the daily specials or keep with your favoriate choice (mine is the Costata, Braised short ribs, provolone polenta, english peas, onions, veal reduction)
My husband and I were married on the patio at Postino, then took our guests (around 150) inside for a wonderful party. Everyone enjoyed our celebration, even the staff."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Postino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

the server was nice but very

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"the server was nice but very green. we asked for a side of grilled chicken and she said it couldn't be done! our dinner was very very slow, they even came and apologized but did not offer anything- a free dessert, discount, nothing."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great night out at Postino.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great night out at Postino. Love the bar, patio and the food was excellent."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

terrible soup that was sent

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"terrible soup that was sent back by one and was taken off the bill. for some reason the second soup eater wasn't comped for their soup because they did not reorder something else - they ended up just not eating. My group will not go again and I do not think I will go this far out of my again to dine here although I have eaten there twice before with this same group of people."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 17 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great food Need Flora Springs

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food
Need Flora Springs Wine
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Dined on 04/15/2013
 2006
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Review 18 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice restaurant with good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice restaurant with good food and above average wine list. Very busy and noisy. Positive dining experience."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 19 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beautiful restaurant--but

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Beautiful restaurant--but it was difficult for the three of us to hear each other"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: romantic, hot spot
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Review 20 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ellen which was our server

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Ellen which was our server was fantastic"
Dined on 04/08/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always enjoy top food and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always enjoy top food and service. While prices are on the high side - it never fails to please."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Postino Easter Brunch? Fantastic !!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Easter brunch was fantastic! They should have made a bigger deal about it because the food was delicious, our waitress was the best, and there was no crowd or waiting. Brunch for $30.00 on Easter, at noon!! WOW!!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Postino
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Very disappointing... I made

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very disappointing... I made reservations for a 40th bday for 7:30. Walked in the door at 7:34 waited for 20 minutes only to be walked to a table that was set for 8. When I got back up to the front they told me that the table was being reset for 12. After I explained that there was no way that 12 people could sit comfortably (10 max) they told me that they had another party paying and we would get there table when they left. After waiting 45 minutes it was clear the table had no intention of leaving so we left. The hostess were very rude and really could care less that they ruined our evening. When I asked them what happened they tried to blame it on the fact that we were late (all of 4 min which I called to tell them)"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2010
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Review 24 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Menu was uninspired and frankly

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Menu was uninspired and frankly disappointing. Seems as though it is now just another restaurant in the burbs. Service was outstanding however. Not sure I would go back."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2009
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Review 25 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome dining experience!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Awesome dining experience! Sit outside on the patio and enjoy the spring and summer evenings. The burrata and pizzas are amazing"
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As a first timer, we had just

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"As a first timer, we had just a great lunch. Wine steward was most helpful, and the wine recommended and chosen was perfect for our meal. Can't say enough nice things about Postino. We will be back, that is for sure."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

not great the last couple

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"not great the last couple of times i've been there recently...
the food is okay, the service is generally good, but it just seems like it should be so much more than it's becoming.
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Dined on 03/21/2013
 2009
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Review 28 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 29 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were celebrating a birthday....t

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were celebrating a birthday....the hostess permitted us to come in before opening and decorate our table! Everyone was very accommodating to our festive event. Our waitress was extremely flexible with our luncheon and it allowed for great conversation. Overall, it was a great place for a party!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Postino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

First time dining here. Greeted

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time dining here. Greeted by two hosts at the door who were particularly unfriendly. No welcome, no eye contact, one looks at the seating chart, says "Table 18" to the other one and we're lead to our table. Food arrived quickly but was from beginning to end rather pedestrian and, ultimately, forgettable. An okay pizetta, a bland Caesar salad, a rabbit ragu that was muddled in flavors, an eggplant entree the size of an appetizer. The food and decor transported us back to 1987. I didn't like the '80s then, no need to relive it now."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2008
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Review 32 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The five of us had a great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"The five of us had a great time, and will be back!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Last two visits the service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Last two visits the service has been very slow and this visit was on a Sunday at 6."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2001
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 34 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Our overall experience was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our overall experience was wonderful except for the receptionist who could not find our reservation--she acted very put out (Saturday, March 2, 2013). We had to show her our reservation through our IPad. I had previously written on Open Table that I would like a romantic table for two, she put us right in the middle of the kitchen dining. It was like she was punishing us for the reservation not being on her books. We were thankful we could prove it on the IPad!!! We told the girl who sat us that the table was unsatisfactory and she moved us to a fireplace table which was very nice..."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Other than sitting a bit close

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Other than sitting a bit close to our neighboring diners we loved it
Our service was great too, everyone was attentive to our needs
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Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 36 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Celebrate well!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"I've celebrated my anniversary and a friend's birthday at Postino as well as come for weekday lunch. I'm a new customer in the last 2 mos. Postino feels "special" and I feel like I've marked the occasion well. Here are the food choices I love so far: beef short ribs, eggplant parmesan, tiramisu, chocolate torte (gluten-free), apple toffee cake, lentil soup, penne pasta, bread basket with fun spread, Portofino nonalcoholic drink, calamari appetizer, brussels sprout appetizer. Was not wild about caesar or waldorf salads. The wine selection and service were very good. I'm so taken with this place that I booked it for a future party."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Aside from the extremely high

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Aside from the extremely high noise level (maybe some acoustic panels would help?),the food and ambiance are incredible!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Postino
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Postino is a beautiful restaurant

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Postino is a beautiful restaurant that packs in too many tables and guests. I have eaten in this restaurant before, but this time it was a disappointment from A to Z! As soon as the 4 of us were seated at the table we felt pressured to order quickly, eat quickly, and leave. The server, Richard, was terrible-- most unconcerned and inattentive, wanting only to hurry us along. He could not hide his feelings that we had brought a bottle of wine and belittled our choice of wine with his body language. I have allergies to certain spices and asked him how the brussel sprouts salad was made. I ended up with a dish of boiled, tasteless sprouts without the other ingredients (other than spice) normally in this dish. My friend had ordered this"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2009
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Review 39 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and service were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food and service were excellent. Super busy and had to wait for our table - which we did understand."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 40 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I enjoyed our dinner but my

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I enjoyed our dinner but my partners buttermilk chicken breast was rather bland. But the service was good."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 41 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was AMAZING and the ambiance

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was AMAZING and the ambiance was great. Our service was so-so."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Very neat building with nice

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very neat building with nice ambiance. Food was OK. Not great, but not bad.
Menu is pricey, but I guess you are paying for the ambiance, not the food.
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Dined on 02/15/2013
 2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A very pleasant surprise-everything

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A very pleasant surprise-everything was impeccable- the chicken cacciatore and short ribs were both amazing and the service was top notch!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good Choice for Lafayette Area

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good food, better wine, overall a good choice if you don't want to travel far."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 45 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My wife and I went to Postino

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I went to Postino for Date Night, a follow up to Valentines Day. We had reservations for 8:15, arrived and we seated right away. The main part of the resturaunt and bar was very noisy be we scored a table away from the hussle and bussle. We had the Carne Misto... a must have appetizer and split the ceasar for starters. The bread and garlic butter was the bomb !! I had the short ribs with polenta, and my wife the special, chicken over risotto (a little too basily) but other than the risotto everything was a smash !! out of the park delish !! Recommended a great place to take your date !! price tag was good, the waiter even waived our corkage fee, for a spot of RFW wine my wife couldnt finish !! All in all a great experience !"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2009
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Review 46 for Postino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always enjoy our dining experience

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always enjoy our dining experience at Postino. They are very accommodating. I ordered something that I didn't like and they replaced it with something else immediately. I almost never have something not turn out as well as I would like so this was a rare occasion. The potato leek soup was superb. Wine list is admirable."
Dined on 02/11/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was an anniversary dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was an anniversary dinner (although the restaurant didn't know) and it was perfect. We had a quiet table by the fireplace, a very attentive wait-staff, and the food was delicious."
Dined on 02/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great meal - got our requested

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great meal - got our requested seat close to the fireplace and started with well made cocktails (they carry Boodles gin, a real plus). Terrific new entree - veal scallapini. We requested a cheese plate, not on the menu for dessert and it was excellent. One of our favorites - we've already booked a table for New Year's 2013!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 49 for Postino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

This has always been one of

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This has always been one of my favorite restaurants but not this time. They had several private parties that extended into the main dining room and the noise level was so loud that it was hard to have a conversation. The tables were very close together and nearly impossible to leave the table when we were through eating. The butternut squash was delicious as was the fritto with calamari and laughing bird shrimp. But, the veal piccata was so-so with mashed potatoes that were very heavy on the garlic. Our server was very nice and helpful."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2005
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Review 50 for Postino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Must

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Postino's is always a first choice when dining out. A. hidden diamond in the middle of downtown Lafayette that never disappoints. Delicious
food, friendly wait staff, cozy setting Everyone will enjoy.
"
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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