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Celestino
Celestino Pasadena is no longer a well-kept secret. The Drago Brothers continue to exceed expectations with the freshest seafood, finest homemade pastas, organic meats, and variety of desserts made on-site. Some of the favorites include; Florentine style t-bone, black and white ravioli filled with shrimp, branzino al sale, flown-in burrata and vanilla custard with an assortment of fresh berries. Come in and enjoy authenic regional and seasonal specialties complemented by an award winning wine list. We offer Dynamic private dining rooms,a full bar, garden patios, and the friendliest staff to make any lunch, dinner or special event memorable. No up charge for private room use, or wine dinners. Open Mon-Fri for lunch; and dinner seven days a week.
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210 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 210 reviews
5 stars
(103)
4 stars
(71)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(124)
- fit for foodies(108)
- special occasion(97)
- good for groups(77)
- great for lunch(60)
- great for outdoor dining(59)
Celestino Reviews List
Review 1 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is consistently excellent. We visit frequently and the food is always fresh, delicious, and authentically Italian, and the service is outstanding."
Dined on 5/20/2013
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Review 2 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bravo.... this is the best Italian restaurant... EVER"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Below expectations...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took my mother here for an early Mother's Day dinner. When I tried to park in the parking lots, the valet guy stopped me and told me it was valet parking only. Later after asking the manager, he said it was because the valet guy could not understand English. Fishy. Oh wells, I paid for the valet anyways. I don't want something like this to ruin my mom's dinner.
We ordered a salad, a calamari, a risotto, and a penne pasta. The food was just okay. Not the best Italian I've had around the area. The first waiter who approached us to tell us the special courses of the day had such a heavy accent that I understood probably only about 30% of what he said. Plus he spoke super fast! Overall experience was below expectations. I would not go again."
We ordered a salad, a calamari, a risotto, and a penne pasta. The food was just okay. Not the best Italian I've had around the area. The first waiter who approached us to tell us the special courses of the day had such a heavy accent that I understood probably only about 30% of what he said. Plus he spoke super fast! Overall experience was below expectations. I would not go again."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We spent great time.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great and we enjoyed food and conversation very much."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Small portions
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went with a group of co-workers to celebrate a birthday. Most dishes were good. The eggplant parmesean and the lasgna portions were very small. It was small enough to be mistaken for an appetizer. However, I loved fresh, homemade pasta and the variety of specials. It was nice that my co-worker received a slice of flourless chocolate birthday cake."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we live in the neighborhood and have had drinks at the bar there a few times ( Ruben the bartender is great!) but never sat for dinner.
We did just that on Saturday night and thoroughly enjoyed the meal and the service. Nothing like having professional waiters. He created and experience for us, even beyond coming up with a special salad/appetizer for us. Great night. We will be back...soon!"
We did just that on Saturday night and thoroughly enjoyed the meal and the service. Nothing like having professional waiters. He created and experience for us, even beyond coming up with a special salad/appetizer for us. Great night. We will be back...soon!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 7 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Celestino is always one of the best spots in Pasadena. At lunch time, it's really the best "deal spots" in Pasadena. Great food and great service!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding service. We wanted a quiet spot for a lunch discussion and were given a whole room to ourselves, away from the crowd. We enjoyed the specials including pumpkin soup, lobster salad with melon, chilean sea bass and swordfish. Mario brought us little tasted of amuse bouches and dessert. Altogether a lovely time."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 10 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I had high hopes for this
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had high hopes for this restaurant after reading great reviews. However, I didn't think it was very good. I had lasagna bolognese that was gummy and a tad salty. My husband had ravioli with quail's egg inside that was overcooked and otherwise unremarkable. The kids had pasta and seemed to enjoy their dishes. The desserts (lemon tart and a flourless chocolate cake) were not good, not sure what happened since the tart crust was like a rock and the merengue was dry. The wine, a pinot noir, was really good - the best part of the meal aside from the bread. I really do not understand all the fuss about this place. It was totally packed too so I guess we are in the minority on this."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
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Review 11 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing Experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the real deal for Italian food, wait staff, chef, etc. We came to Celestino during Pasadena's Restaurant Week to try the 3 course fixed price dinner as a trial run. We had to ask for the special menu, which was less than exciting. After ordering from it, our stock as diners dropped drastically. The fava bean soup appetizer was okay, the antipasto plate tasty, not dazzling. Main course entrees of veal filled ravioli and a mushroom risotto were very basic, not special. Dessert was tiramisu or panna cotta, both very good. Our $35 meal ended up $55 each by adding a glass of wine and decaf cappuccino. It was, in our opinion, not good value for price & prefer
they not participate in PRW at all. No encouragement to return."
they not participate in PRW at all. No encouragement to return."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Celestino is consistent in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Celestino is consistent in the high quality of service, food and warmth. Mario, Calogero, Simone, Ruben, Nicole and the the of the staff makes us feel very welcome every time we go."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent! Never had a bad
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent! Never had a bad meal here."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
When you need food NOW.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"We have never had a bad meal at this restaurant. It has become our favorite Pasadena diggs."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
They were very friendly and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They were very friendly and helpful about allowing our (temporarily homeless, but well-behaved) dogs sit next to our back patio table. The dogs could enter through the back without breaking any health rules and the other diners were very accepting and warm. Food was very good: the burrata was the real thing, and the gnocchi seemed firm and well sauced.
All the Chiantis were DOCG--even by the glass, and the prices were reasonable."
All the Chiantis were DOCG--even by the glass, and the prices were reasonable."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had an amazing time. Incredible
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had an amazing time. Incredible service"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2004
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Review 17 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Celestino exceeded my expectations.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Celestino exceeded my expectations. I have been to other restaurants of the Drago family, and was happy to find that this one is just as good as the others.
Our waiter was excellent, a thorough professional. He recommended a very good wine as a pairing with our food choices, and helped us in our decisions of our meal choices.
Although the restaurant was crowded, it was quiet enough so that you could hear your companion speak.
I look forward to my next visit."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
GRACIA!!! WHAT A WONDERFUL
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"GRACIA!!! WHAT A WONDERFUL TIME. DELISHIOUS"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 19 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always enjoyable - with impeccable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always enjoyable - with impeccable service."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were seated promptly, the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were seated promptly, the waiter had a firm grasp of all the specials, very congenial and we loved it! Oh, by the way the food was superb."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I'm not sure who the elderly
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I'm not sure who the elderly gentleman was that ran from table to table - for all I know he could be the owner - but he was incredibly rude. We were asked at least 1/2 dozen times if we wanted wine - and we said no each time - as no one was in the mood. But he made a big scene about us not drinking by asking us over and over and then grabbing all the wine glasses off the table - knocking my father's walker over - and no apology ever. Then asking us again if we wanted wine. In general a very unfriendly experience that we will not be back - although we did enjoy the food - which was pricey in my opinion."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
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Review 22 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were surprised and delighted
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were surprised and delighted with the food, and not pricey"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2008
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Review 23 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
authentic Italian food.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"authentic Italian food. wonderful location in Pasadena."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Celestino was wonderful, as
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Celestino was wonderful, as usual. Our waiter, Giorgio, is the best! We always try to request his table, and he always provides us with the outstanding service."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dishes were creative, with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dishes were creative, with that tastes of all the ingredients complemented each other deliciously."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great heated street side dining.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great heated street side dining. Excellent service, great food, will repeat."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 27 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Italian food. Eating
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good Italian food. Eating outdoors is pleasant except for the noise of passing traffic. Service is somewhat slow but attentive."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A perfect lunch, in a perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A perfect lunch, in a perfect setting, with perfect service... Thank you Drago Brothers an all your amazing staff"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food & Drinks
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We usually order an appetizer, main course and dessert splitting the appetizer and dessert. However, at Celestino's we were able to split 4 courses and the portions were large enough to satisfy us all. We had the insalata rustica, risotto special with ground sausage, sole and panna cotta. Our friends had the same courses but had a wonderful special salad with roasted artichokes. We were all very pleased with our meals, the cocktails, wine and after dinner coffees. Very nice and priced very reasonably."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 30 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've written this review numerous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've written this review numerous times--the excellence doesn't change, and Celestino remains one of my favorite restaurants"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2010
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Review 31 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very busy night made for a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very busy night made for a little slower service but understandable. The table of four next to us was extremely loud and a little bit obnoxious which detracted from the meal. The seafood salad and the artichoke salad were both outstanding and so tasty, we
all loved our main courses too. If you are only a slight fan of saffron, be careful as the black and white pasta with saffron tends to be very vibrant. No complaints as it was perfect for a Saturday night leisurely dinner. Thanks to the entire crew."
all loved our main courses too. If you are only a slight fan of saffron, be careful as the black and white pasta with saffron tends to be very vibrant. No complaints as it was perfect for a Saturday night leisurely dinner. Thanks to the entire crew."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 32 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
patio is lovely Pasts are
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"patio is lovely
Pasts are particularly good"
Pasts are particularly good"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2003
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Review 33 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I really love this place and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I really love this place and foods. It's as good as Italian restaurants in Japan! Believe it or not, Italian restaurants in Japan are far more authentic than those in the US. We understand the concept of Al Dente because Japanese food also has noodle culture like Udon and Soba (buckwheat noodles). Average American restaurants serve pasta too overcooked like baby foods. But this restaurant serves them just right! They even speak Italian!!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Took a long time for waiter
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took a long time for waiter to come and get drink order. Slow service."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 35 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good eat in wonderful Pasadena
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Will definitely return many times"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2005
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Review 36 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic service and delicious,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic service and delicious, fresh food!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the very best restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the very best restaurants in SoCal... Celestino knows how to do it RIGHT"
Dined on 03/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
we had a party of six, i
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we had a party of six, i liked the room which had the option to be enclosed. the table and seats were spacious and comfortable. we had plenty of attentive help.all the e dishes were great. the wine suggestion was a fitting choice. my boyfriend aggrees we will return ."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 39 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Incredible experience.The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Incredible experience.The place invite you to return for more......!Waitress great,served us fast .Autentic italian food."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find
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Review 40 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic Italian food, high
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic Italian food, high end quality. Great group of Italian waiters, felt as though we were in Italy"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 41 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dependably pleasant meal in
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dependably pleasant meal in Pasadena with good value. Very good homemade pastas and risottos. Appetizers are good too -- esp. the scallops and white beans. My appetizer special--lobster on puree of fresh peas-- was beautiful and delicious,with the ample seafood cooked just right. Panna cotta is the perfect silky texture. Good place to enjoy Italian wines. Italian waiters are attentive, friendly and accommodating. Good lunch spot too! they have been in business a long time, but it has not grown worn or tired like some."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I often go to Celestino--one
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I often go to Celestino--one of my Pasadena favorites, whether for lunch or dinner."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good,but it took
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good,but it took way to long to be served."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Celestino is my all-time favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Celestino is my all-time favorite Italian restaurant in Pasadena, CA. And, there are more Italian restaurants than any other type of variety in Pasadena!!!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food and ambiance were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and ambiance were very very good. The service however, fell short a bit. It took the waiter quite a bit of time to show up, and when he did he sounded a bit curt and moody. Also. the bus boys were in a hurry to send us on our way, even though we wanted to stay longer! It was barely even 10:00 PM at that time, that too on a Friday night! Not cool at all!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always good. Our go to Italian
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always good. Our go to Italian restaurant in Pasadena. We took vegetarian guests and they loved it."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
GRACIE CELESTINO
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Celestino is our go to place for a wonderful dining experience. From the food, to our servers.we are never dissapointed. We look forward to our next visit."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: 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 48 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I asked for assistance with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I asked for assistance with my wine selection and got a great find that wasn't even on the list! Also we wanted to share several selections and they gladly split Waco one. Ultimately we order too much food because there was so much we wanted to try. The portions were much larger than what one might expect in Italy."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Easy parking, excellent food,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Easy parking, excellent food, and outstanding service. The food was a little slow, but the good wine made up for the wait."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Celestino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was a great dinign experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a great dinign experience. The service is amongs the best I have ever expenrsined. The waiters were attentive without being anoying and the busboys and runners worked as a team with the waiters. The waiter patiently explained our choices and was very flexible about how our pasta was prepared. Overall an excellent choice for a fine meal, great service and a relaxed atmosphere. Now one of of my favorite picks for the area."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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