We went on a Thursday evening for my brother's 18th birthday. I had booked in advance but we were the only table there (we did get there early - around 5:30pm and left just after 7).
The service was amazing, with the waiting staff asking about my brother's birthday plans and talking about their own 18th birthday. As we were the only table at that time, I can't comment on what the service would have been like had the restaurant been full but our experience was excellent.
The food was delicious. We all had starters and a few of us had desserts. There were no faults with the food. We also were given complimentary bread and butter while we were waiting.
When desserts came, they put on a happy birthday song and had written 'happy birthday' on my brother's dessert plate and put a candle in his dessert, which was a lovely touch.
The only criticism I have of the restaurant is when you first come in, you can smell the toilets, which are upstairs opposite the entrance door. I didn't use the bathroom there so can't comment on cleanliness but there was definitely a toilet smell. I wouldn't let that put anyone else off going, as inside the restaurant is fine.
Two of us are vegetarian and there was enough choice on the menu for us, rather than just the usual one option!
We've been to Valentino's a few times now and the experience has been wonderful every single time. The food is incredible and the service is outstanding. The staff are so welcoming and friendly, they go above and beyond and they make you feel right at home. I can't recommend Valentino's enough, definitely one of the best restaurants in South Wales! Huge thank you to Amadeo and the team for always looking after us. Absolutely amazing!
We enjoyed our dinner here at Valentino’s. We received great service and good food. We had the garlic bread, margarita pizza, tagliatelle ragu, and tagliatelle Alfredo, along with tiramisu, chocolate cake and ice cream for dessert. Everything was tasty!
Amazing experience: the service, the food, the wine and the coffee were excellent!!! We really enjoyed it!
What a wonderful place. It's getting difficult to have a good, honest, family run restaraunt experience in Cardiff City these days. There are only a small handful of places left who serve this sort of experience and atmosphere. I can't believe it's taken me until now to visit Valentino's but I'm so glad I did. The service was excellent, and the staff and owners are so accommodating. Thank you all for a wonderful experience.
This place is a must when you are in Cardiff. Amazing food, great service and if you are lucky you are attended by Damian who was a great waiter. Try the organic Italian Pinot Grigio, it is gorgeous. So is the scallops and the fried dessert. Definitely will return
We attended a wedding reception here yesterday and had a wonderful time. Everything was so well organised and ran smoothly, the food was stunning and the staff were welcoming and attentive. Will definitely be returning here for a date night
First time visiting this lovely little restaurant, very homely feeling about the place, perfect for a romantic meal . Me and my girlfriend both went for the tagliatelle Alfredo with garlic bread and shared a stunning bottle of sauvingon blanc, staff are very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this little place of Italy 👍
Parking was a bit of a struggle in the area but once that was sorted Accommodated me and my friends, despite being 20 minutes early for our booking. The staff were very warm and inviting. Enjoyed the carbonara and the pizza diavola. Had a great time and felt like we were eating at an authentic italian family run restaurant. Would recommend if you're in Cardiff for some good italian food.
We came to celebrate my friend’s birthday, and the stuff, were very nice and friendly. This place is authentic Italian and this coming from an Italian.
Best risotto ever. Definitely would recommend.
Lovely staff, food was amazing, the only reason I gave a 4 star and not a 5 star is because we ordered a drink twice and still didn't get it, we just gave up in the end. Other than that, very good just a bit more attention on what the customers are ordering :)
If you're looking for a restaurant in Cardiff that values its customers then Valentino's is the place for you. From an extensive menu offering exquisite freshly cooked food, to attentive, friendly, fabulous staff through to an overall wonderful ambience. We had the perfect evening, and as for the sharing dessert platter ... scumptious! Kudos all at Valentino's, can't wait to visit again soon.
Absolutely wicked little restaurant. I called ahead as we were on the later side and wanted to check for tables and was told one was available, we showed up ten minutes later and the server immediately asked if I was the one that called and the excellent service continued from there, our initial waiter seemed a little new maybe and we had to work with them a little bit but the more experienced server started to take over and he was just excellent. The food is also second to very few, the carbonara was representative of the quality you'd expect in Italy. Overall a wonderful experience with a cosy vibe.
Thank you Valentinos , for a very happy experience in your resteraunt at lunchtime today. Beautiful spagetti pomodoro, waiters were so accommodating, atmosphere was warm and friendly. Makes eating out a special treat .
Such an amazing Italian in Cardiff City centre. Food is always amazing and never have to wait long. Staff are all extremely friendly and there is a lovely atmosphere there.
We were rather late for our booking but the staff were very accommodating. Lovely food. Will definitely be visiting again when in Cardiff
Visited Valentinos tonight. Super tasty food. Polite and attentive staff. All round greatness
Khush KAPZ'GURU Jabble
+5
delicious food and top service - very friendly and relaxed - cheers
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