Reviews La Passione Cirencester

5
Gaz Rad
+5
In the area for a few days and is now typical, we try to find a local independent Italian restaurant. The food was tasty, well presented, good portion size and obviously fresh. The menu’s pretty broad with good options. If you don’t fancy pasta, risotto or any or anything off the ‘secondi’ section then there’s always pizza! The starters and desserts had half dozen or so options. During our visit there was ‘special’ too There were 5-6 staff working. For the number of people in (18:30-20:30 Tuesday evening in Nov) it felt like twice the amount needed. This resulted in the staff hanging around a corner of the restaurant not looking particularly happy to be there. Service generally was very good but the ‘mood’ wasn’t unnoticed by either me or my partner, I heard the table of people next to us also make comments about ‘interrupting the girls’ Despite this slight (and only negative) I’d recommend a visit and will go back myself if I’m ever in the area again. Free car park close by made the visit very easy.
5
Esther F
+5
Looked up reviews online for a good place to eat and this place came highly recommended, and I can see why! A real passion for detail (no pun intended) and food was delicious. Their weekday lunch menu was fantastic value for money and I’m only disappointed that I didn’t have room for dessert. Service was fast, friendly and excellent. Will definitely be back
5
Teriamah R
+5
This lovely Italian in Cirencester has a great menu selection. The food is tasty and plentiful, and food arrives hot and is efficient without compromising quality. We have visited half a dozen times and enjoy extended family meals, too. I've tried a number of meals on the menu and all are great. The desserts are fab and tasty, try not to over due it with starter and main. You can't go wrong with the mouth watering garlic bread with mozzarella, garlicky, crispy crust and a nice toasted base.
5
Rachel Wong
+5
TLDR: Large generous portions, fresh and tasty produce, reasonably priced and authentic. I would highly recommend. We ordered the Bruschetta Napoli, Risotto alla passione, pizza Rossa and spaghetti carbonara. We couldn’t fault a single thing. The ambience of the place was amazing and you feel like you are transported to Italy. For a Monday evening, the restaurant was packed even though the streets were empty and quiet. The Bruschetta starter was a great opening to the main course as the tomatoes was super fresh and sweet. There was a generous portion of seafood including large chunks of salmon in the risotto but watch out for the green chillis and they were quite spicy (although if you love spicy this is perfect for you and I enjoyed it!). The roasted peppers on the pizza rossa was super sweet again showing off their great ingredients. The carbonara was super creamy and smooth. I would definitely be visiting again!
4
M Clubbers
+4
Father's day lunch. Calamari, linguine with Salsica and Tiramisu. All very good. Pasta dish with sausage was plentiful of sausage and sauce. The only downside is that there is a service charge 10%, I think.
4
Isa Jo
+4
We almost turned around after seeing all the mistakes on the menu. I’m glad we stayed as I liked my linguine ai funghi without cream. My Italian partner was not as impressed with the pasta or the pizza. We agreed on the nice interior and good and fast service.
4
Richard B
+4
The food was good and service was the same. Was kept waiting a while before being seen and seated. So only reason for one less on service. Had carbonara which was great.
5
Jenna Louise Everitt
+5
Tonight we wrapped up our sales meeting dinner at your restaurant. Table of 16 people . The service and food was absolutely amazing . You nailed it.Thank you . Thoroughly enjoyed it. Will be back.
5
Leonardo Entratice
+5
Great Food! Originally Italian. Run by Italian. If you think on an Italian restaurant in England: here it is. Must go. Complimenti!
5
Anat Stein
+5
Very good food, good portion sizes and selection. I had the lasagna and my partner had risotto (highly recommended), and enjoyed ourselves! The service was very friendly and helpful as well.
5
Paul Elksnis
+5
We turned up at midday, when they opened and were warmly greeted. This venue is extremely clean and comfortable. The menu offers a wide range of starters and main courses from pasta to meat dishes to pizzas...all delicious and all at very reasonable prices for large portions. The desserts are very tasty! Based on one level it is suitable for wheelchair access. The toilet is not wheelchair accessible but someone with limited mobility can easily go. There is free 3hr parking right outside for blue badge holders if there is a free space, if not, there is a public car park close by. Really pleased we found this lovely ristorante italiano!
5
Ron Woodley
+5
What more can I say, great food, great service, and great atmosphere. We took our son, daughter-in-law, and two grandsons. It was a perfect evening, and we will do it again .
5
Robert Parker
+5
Food was absolutely wonderful, service was excellent and extremely good value for money. Food wasn't half eaten when it arrived, just forgot to take photos as it looked and smelt wonderful and couldn't wait to start it. I live over 100 miles away and would happily travel to eat there again.
5
Wang Lisa
+5
Food is very good ,serve good. Price is reasonable.
5
Daniel Christopher Band
+5
One of the best Italian restaurants I have eaten at. The staff are extremely polite and friendly, the food was served very quickly and was absolutely fantastic. Extremely authentic Italian restaurant theme, with Italian music to boot. It was very pleasant experience.
5
Paul Bissell
+5
We had a family lunch here on a Sunday to celebrate my wife's birthday. It's the first time we have visited, but we'd definitely go back. The décor was very good, creating a relaxed and cosy feel to the restaurant. Service was excellent, nothing was too much trouble and the team were all attention, helpful and professional. The food was great. The menu is sufficiently varied to be able to cope with a variety of tastes, so long as they enjoy Italian food. We had a variety of food, pasta al forno, pizza, risotto as well as home made tiramisu for dessert and everyone really enjoyed their food. Positioned in the centre of Cirencester, this is a very good, non-chain Italian restaurant that we'd be happy to visit again.
5
Sharon Keen
+5
Excellent meal, served piping hot. We were a large group, but food served swiftly with no complaints. Service couldn't be faulted. Will definitely go again.
5
Melissa Licata
+5
Came for Valentines day and me and my boyfriend had the best time. The staff were all so friendly, service very good and our starters and pizzas were amazing! Always looking for authentic Italian food and this place definitely delivers. The extra touches made our evening even more special, a rose was given to me for Valentines, 2 chocolates and 2 glasses of Limoncello to try. Will definitely be back again!
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