"Our first date was at Massimo's over four years ago. It was our second anniversary so I decided to go back to where it all began. Weeknights there are great as it is quiet and you get personalized service. The food came out so good and the bread is always filling and hot. We appreciated the surprise molten chocolate dessert! Thank you for a wonderful evening."

Dined on 6/11/2013

2012

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 2 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Consistently fabulous food and serv

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 6/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Always excellent - love the staff!"

Dined on 6/05/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 3 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best mother's day ever

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Had great dinner on Mother's day. Usually the brunchy food leaves so much to be desired. This was perfect. We had 5 in our dinner party and everyone had something different and everyone raved about the taste, presentation, and quality. They were very accomadating, the staff very helpful and attentive without being intrusive. Very hard to please my gourmet friend, 96 year old mother and pickey daughter. It was wonderful not to cook but more than that the food was wonderful. Husband did not even compain about the bill."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 4 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was very good and wait

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/19/2013

2012

Dined on 04/19/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was very good and wait staff was very attentive during a busy night. We will be back for sure."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2012

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Review 5 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

In the area for the weekend.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"In the area for the weekend. The Restaurant Week specials were outstanding. Tasty, colorful, served hot - excellent."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

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Review 6 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very nice dinner. Would go

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/17/2013

2013

Dined on 04/17/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very nice dinner. Would go again."

Dined on 04/17/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Review 7 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I agree with the previous

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/11/2013

2009

Dined on 04/11/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I agree with the previous reviewer; our family of five had play tickets and the server helped us get out the door with plenty of time to spare! She was very nice with our kids, and the food was wonderful. My husband and I also enjoy the bar there on other occasions!"

Dined on 04/11/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 8 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had tickets to Sound of

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2013

2011

Dined on 04/06/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had tickets to Sound of Music, the server and staff at Massimo made our dining experience relaxed and they got us out on time to enjoy the musical."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 9 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Can't miss in Walnut Creek

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2013

2006

Dined on 04/05/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"A great place with great food and service!!!"

Dined on 04/05/2013

2006

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 10 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great for dinner before a

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/03/2013

2008

Dined on 04/03/2013

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great for dinner before a night of entertainment at the Lesher Theater. They are very helpful in making sure you make your performance on time."

Dined on 04/03/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem

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Review 11 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had easter dinner recently

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2013

2007

Dined on 03/31/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We had easter dinner recently and everything was wonderful. The staff was very helpful, friendly and attentive. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you!"

Dined on 03/31/2013

2007

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic

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Review 12 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Food, wine list need work.

OpenTable Diner

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Old-fashioned Cal-Ital food. No organic, seasonal cuisine here--just large portions of Spaghetti Bolognese and Caprese salad in March with flavorless tomatoes. Wine list needs work. Staff very friendly, and mostly on top of service. Quiet 25 years ago, now noisy. All-in-all, a place to go when it's too late to get a reservation at the Yacht Club, which is the only top-notch restaurant left near Lesher Center."

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Review 13 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Food was mediocre, Caesar

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/15/2013

2005

Dined on 03/15/2013

2005

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was mediocre, Caesar salad was wilted because it was drenched with dressing and seemed to have been sitting out for awhile.
I was shocked to have the Waitress pour a glass of wine to a 16 yr old without asking us first!
Piano was very loud, along with the annoying sports programs on the TV at the bar. I expect nice dining experience to be without
the annoyance of tv's in view of the tables."

Dined on 03/15/2013

2005

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Review 14 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Stick with the Salads

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/08/2013

2010

Dined on 03/08/2013

2010

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I was looking forward to lunch at Massimo, as it came highly recommended to me by the woman with whom I was meeting. The caesar salad was nice; the flat iron steak entree was tough, so I ate around the tough parts. The veggies and polenta served with the flat iron entree were good. I would not recommend the flat iron steak. My guest had the salad with prawns and avocade, and she said it was good but had too much oily dressing on the greens.
On another note, the waitress came to our table while we were talking and stood there until we acknowledged her. I think she needs to be aware when it is appropriate to stand near while conversation is occurring and when it is appropriate to not stand near when people are talking."

Dined on 03/08/2013

2010

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Review 15 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were among the crowd ahead

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2013

2008

Dined on 03/02/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We were among the crowd ahead of two curtains at the Lesher center, but they were able to seat, serve, and exit us in a comfortable time frame with dessert. (6:15 reservation for an 8PM show across the street). We didn't stretch our taste buds too much but we all enjoyed our dinners. The menu had few surprises and we didn't opt for any of the specials. We were seated in the front window (fine) but that put us close to the bar which had a boisterous crowd that night. Don't know if that's typical but can't argue with people having a good time despite the noise. Overall a nice experience."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2008

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Review 16 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A great restaurant in all ways.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2010

Dined on 02/23/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Massimo's always equal or exceeds what I expect: a great meal, with excellent prompt service in an unhurried atmosphere. Danielle was our server, again, and she always excels."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2010

Special Features: good for groups, romantic

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Review 17 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely fabulous!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"we had an absolutely fabulous mean. I ordered the Mushroom Risotto with Wild Boar Ragu. It was absolutely cooked to perfection and delicious. I also had a wonderful Caesar Salad which was a generous portion and very good. My husband ordered the Seafood Pasta and it was cooked to perfection. Service was perfect. We were absolutely delighted with our visit and will definitely return."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 18 for Massimo Ristorante

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great place to go if you are

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/15/2013

2003

Dined on 02/15/2013

2003

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great place to go if you are going to the Lesher Theater for an event."

Dined on 02/15/2013

2003

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch

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Ratings-Only Reviews for Massimo Ristorante

Based on the average of (38) ratings-only reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

7 out of 7 recommend this product

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