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Cafe Sistina
Café Sistina offers a country Italian menu and a fusion cuisine integrating West Coast fresh flavours and the produce indigenous to Hawaii.
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The restaurant stocks an extensive wine collection from Italy and the United States and features a good selection of imported and domestic beer. The inviting atmosphere of the full bar makes it the perfect place to warm up to the vast selections of wine and cocktails.
Attention to detail is reflected in every aspect of the theme, from the design to the mood lighting, and most importantly, superb food with friendly, efficient service for customers who demand only the best.
118 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 118 reviews
5 stars
(46)
4 stars
(52)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(65)
- fit for foodies(52)
- special occasion(49)
- good for groups(43)
- romantic(37)
- notable wine list(23)
Cafe Sistina Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
waiter
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"rude comments, only seen him twice- once to take the oder and then to collect the money!!"
Dined on 5/13/2013
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Review 2 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First Times a Charm!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was the first time my family and I went to dinner at Cafe Sistina and the food was delicious! Overall, it was a great experience, especially for a special occasion like Mother's Day and for a very reasonable price. However, keep in mind, the service is at a more leisurely pace...I believe you're meant to enjoy your company! If you're in a rush and just need a quick bite to eat, this may not be the place. The ambiance and classic italian dishes are greatly appreciated."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Not enough STARS to rate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Best experience in the past 5 years!! Highly recommend this dining experience."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Escape to Italy on King Street
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Friendly Italian server welcomed us and offered my wife two Italian wine samples based on her interest and curiosity. Ordered bruschetta and caprese appetizers which were delicious, especially with dusting of Parmesan and sprinkles of balsamic vinegar ((your option). We ordered Veal Bolognese and Florentine. Meals were a generous portion for most adults and presented well. Veal was good quality with tasty sauce marinade. Pasta was "button" with red sauce (your option). Dessert was flavorful tropical sorbet and tiramisu with a cafe Sistina special coffee with added crime de cacao and cherry liqueur. It was a delightful Mothers Day special date. While there, enjoy the full wall murals depicting scenes from Michelangelo and others."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, beautiful decor!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's like dining in the Sistine Chapel. The food is delicious though I think their salads are a bit over pricey for what you get. Still, not much to complain about as you dine while surrounded these beautiful Italian paintings all hand drawn by the restaurant's owner."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic
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Review 6 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cafe Sistina is consistently a high value place to eat. Recommended if you want Italian food a few notches up on the typical. Wine list is very limited, but two can dine happily for about 80-90 plus tip. Owner likes to paint - enjoy the walls."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Heavenly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of the finest overall restaurant experiences we've had in Hawaii over the past 15 years."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was great. Customer service was excellent. Will come back!"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 9 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Piece of Italy in Oahu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Food and Service, one if not THE best Italian restaurant in the city. Highly recommended."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 10 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This restaurant took me back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant took me back to Italy. The food was delicious."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 11 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Sistina is our "go to"
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cafe Sistina is our "go to" place! We love the creative menu selections. The food and service are consistently outstanding!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Servers and helpers work very
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Servers and helpers work very hard. They were literally running from table to table trying to give decent service. Girlfriend remarked she felt dizzy watching then dash around and I agreed. I totally blame manangement and owners for not having enough staff to provide service. On the fence if I'll return, this was my third time and last time I was very satisfied. This time quite the opposite."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
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Review 13 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the restaurant, good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed the restaurant, good food for good prices. Will go back again. Restaurant staff was friendly and attentive."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 14 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Italian in Honolulu...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Completely surprised by this find. We Googled Italian restaurant in Honolulu and found this gem. The food was excellent, the pinot noir we ordered was very smooth and the cherry cheesecake was awesome. The portions were huge, but I had no problems. Service was very good for as crowded as the restaurant was for a Tuesday night."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Cafe Sistana thumbs down
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Disappointing - food, service and overall. Would not return to this restaurant even with a discount. The overall of the restaurant does not seem organized/managed. The three workers I saw in the restaurant did not seemed trained or coordinated with one another (who's in charge?). The food was disappointing in taste and expected antipasta to be a salad but what was that? The pasta had no flavor, it was just tomato sauce with some hot sauce."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2012
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Review 16 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great authentic italian food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great authentic italian food and ambience!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food a usual. Knowledgeable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food a usual. Knowledgeable wait staff. It was a pleasure as usual and delicious."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 18 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was excellent as well
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was excellent as well as the food, wine, desserts."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 19 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Gosh we really love it here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Gosh we really love it here but this last visit was frustrating. We included friends who had never been here before and were embarrassed at the service. Our waiter was wonderful, but it really looked like they had way too few on staff to handle a full restaurant. We waited for everything and that wasn't only disappointing to us, but heck, we would've had at least two more rounds of drinks if they had been on it when we wanted them, so they lost out on income! We will go back, but we didn't really feel the love on this trip."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
You can't o wrong with Cafe
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"You can't o wrong with Cafe Sistina! The artwork is stunning and the food is always delicious!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The duck sausage squash raviolis
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The duck sausage squash raviolis were to die for. Galric butter for the breaf was yummy! Service was good. Parking was a litte hard tho."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you can'm ake it to Rome,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you can'm ake it to Rome, visit Cafe Sistina, it's as good as it gets in Honolulu..."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We loved the Cafe Sistina.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We loved the Cafe Sistina. The paintings on the walls are gorgeous, and made for great conversation. The food was delicious. The only down side to our visit was that dinner took almost an hour to arrive. However, the waitstaff kept us informed, and we were offered a free glass of wine for our patience. We will definitely return!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Extremely busy and chaotic.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Extremely busy and chaotic. Never received our wine or dessert. Waiter was running. Couldn't take time to answer questions or deliver what we ordered. Won't return"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
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Review 25 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food in iconic setting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food in iconic setting with great service."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We waited for 50 minutes for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We waited for 50 minutes for our main entrees to arrive and 15 minutes before we were served bread. The bus boy was very attentive with filling waters and he said it was so busy because they just released a groupon. I could tell the few servers that were on (looked like only two for the entire restaurant) were very rushed and flustered and couldn't really give great service. My recommendation would be to be better staffed to provide more personable service. Food was great as always."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very Italian. Great wait staff.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very Italian. Great wait staff. Great chianti."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 28 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food with decent service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a pleasant meal after a slow start. It took awhile to get our bread and order taken, but the appetizers arrived on time. The appetizers were the best part of the meal as the escargot is very good and the caprese is very fresh and tasty. The duck sausage with ravioli was quite good. I was not a big fan of the opakapaka mediterraneano despite the capers."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 29 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service with friendly
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Excellent service with friendly staff. Wonderful mix of traditional Italian and new, intersting dishes."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 30 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had the last reservation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had the last reservation of the evening and it was disconcerting to discover it turned into a salsa club at 10:30 or so, but the staff was very attentive and explained the situation to us upon arrival. Regardless, the food was good and it was entertaining to watch the crowd transition..."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific experience
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the eggplant parmigiana was excellent and my friends enjoyed the food:the best ever. Compliments."
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 32 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great staff, not so great food"
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Review 33 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfection!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Once again it was perfection... from the food to the service everything was great. Fresh ingredients, full flavors, great wine and wonderful and knowledgeable staff. This was our 3rd time and not our last. If you love Italian food and are looking for authenticity Cafe Sistina is a must. We highly recommend it!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great food and service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a wonderful find on open table, as would never have gone without seeing this as an option for dinner.
On a Saturday night at 7:30pm the restaurant was extremely busy, with our server, also manager, bartendress, hostess, and a few other hats that i'm not aware of.
The restaurant should have better controls of seating times made available (dont be affraid to say, we have 745pm, 8pm, 815pm which do you prefer?, so guest don't have to wait until just before 8pm to get a glass of wine (had to flag a busboy down to request a couple of glasses of Prosecco), but after that all was great.
The restaurant should have better controls of seating times made available (dont be affraid to say, we have 745pm, 8pm, 815pm which do you prefer?, so guest don't have to wait until just before 8pm to get a glass of wine (had to flag a busboy down to request a couple of glasses of Prosecco), but after that all was great.
Food was great, from apps to desert, will definately go back again, just not at 730 on a Saturday Night..."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bring an appetite & sunglasses
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice selection of menu items, and the lighting was extremely bright - so much so that it gave it a bit of a dinner feel - we thought that possibly they had forgotten to adjust them from lunch to dinner and asked our waiter. Waiter said, "Yes, we get several comments about it being too bright and not romantic, but the owner wants it this bright so people can see the art". The art is big and would be tough to miss in half the lighting! The food was good, fresh, but not outstanding, we will go back to give it another try... maybe with sunglasses."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service & food. Acoustics
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service & food. Acoustics not great as it's a little noisy. Most impressed they found out it was my daughter's birthday and brought her a treat! We never told them, but they figured it out..."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 37 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We arrived only a half hour
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We arrived only a half hour before closing due to some confusion. Even though we were coming in so late, the staff at Cafe Sistina provided impeccable service and made sure we didn't feel rushed. On top of the phenomenal service, the food was excellent. I lived in Italy for 3.5 years and have missed the food immensely, Cafe Sistina gave me a taste of Italy, more authentic than anything I've had in a very long time."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The northern Italian cusine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The northern Italian cusine was a good change from other Italian restaurant around town. The blending of (pink) sauces was delicious. Economically priced. Small selection of wines but seems to pair well with menu selections. Will definately go back again to try other dishes. Bon appétito"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Italian you can count on
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Took our friends from Japan. We ordered Lobster Ravioli, Veal Piccata, Risotto and a vegetarian pasta. Dressing on salad which we shared was superb - as were all dishes. Waiters were busy with pre-concert crowd, but still managed to be attentive to our table. Love the Sistine Chapel murals - lots of flesh above our heads."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed " Organic Baby
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed " Organic Baby Greens w/ mango dressing" , " Lobster Ravioli" , and " Duck Sausage w/ Butternut Squash Ravioli". Complimentary bread wasn't very special."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great professional restaurant.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great professional restaurant. Paintings and decor will impress any customer. Prices are reasonable."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 42 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food as always.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food as always. Wonderful dining experience, can't wait to return!"
Dined on 02/18/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Thank you, Cafe Sistina!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed all of our apps (mushroom&polenta, escargot&polenta, roasted eggplant, salad). A couple of our entrees weren't as enjoyable because the veal and chicken were overcooked & dry. But my venison ragu & sister's boar sausage with gnocchi were AWESOME!! All the servers worked well together & provided wonderful service!
We can't wait to return for another wonderful meal at Cafe Sistina!"
We can't wait to return for another wonderful meal at Cafe Sistina!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 44 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Decent Food. Great Service!!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"So so Italian food. Service was excellent. Inside had a nice, cozy feel to it. I'd go back and give it another try even though the food is nothing to write home about."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic
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Review 45 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great italian food at reasonable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great italian food at reasonable prices! Great if you're an art lover, but may not be suitable for young children due to the images portrayed."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 46 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Special dinner....
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was OK but lacked seasonings."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Second visit, & still impressed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This time I had the single portion salad, duck sausage with butternut squash ravioli with the lemon cheesecake for dessert. As this is my second time here, I think the word got out how wonderful the food & service was because it was packed! This time I went with a friend of mine I hadn't seen in years. We were still able to hold a conversation without raising our voices. The parking attendant will ask for $3 to park after 6pm upfront, tell him you have no change, because the restaurant validates."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
NOT ITALIAN
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"By far worst experience, food was horrible and not remotely Italian at all."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
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Review 49 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice Italian food and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice Italian food and a reasonably priced wine list. Generous portions of food."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Cafe Sistina
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food. Good service. Quite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food. Good service. Quite impressive. Love it!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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