I have just had dinner at Al Dente for the sixth time or so - best Italian in and around Norwich. Their pasta is genuinely ridiculously tasty, it is the most authentic pasta I have ever eaten outside of Italy.
Service is friendly, prices are cheap (plus you get amazing quality for your buck) and the food is delicioso.
Truly recommend trying it. I went in by chance the first time and have been returning for the superb authenticity of their Italian cuisine ever since.
PS - Bocconcini (specials menu) Trust me, they are to die for.
An amazing little gem in Norwich. We went last night for the first time but will be back lots definitely!
Everyone needs to know about this restaurant on St. Giles, it’s a basic food establishment there’s not much glam but the menu is out of this world!!!!! I have not tasted such delicious authentic Italian food outside of Italy, we are so lucky to have this in Norwich. It’s not all pre heated like the big chains, it’s fresh and tasty.
The risotto cakes to start with were unbelievable and the meat balls were to die for. Our Italian waiter who was from Sardinia was the most friendly and helpful young man and just added to the Italian experience.
Don’t be put off by the exterior or location this has to be one of the best restaurants in the city at this moment in time and the best prices too!
04.10.2022 My first time here. Popped in later afternoon for a coffee with a friend. Had the restaurant to ourselves. Staff were very friendly and chatty. Still working (cleaning, making pasta, admin) although it was empty.
Would return for a meal. They are online and available for collection.
Great service, pleasant ambiance, tasty food.
Five of us had a drink, main course and dessert at a cost of about £22 a head.
Service was efficient and friendly. Each dish had great flavours.
The restaurant has a nice relaxed atmosphere.
Very enjoyable meal. Late booking but seemed to be plenty of room which was surprising for a Friday night. Interesting concept where you can design your own meal by combining pasta, sauce and toppings. Lots of other great options on the menu and specials board too. Good value, friendly staff and cosy too.
I have been to Al Dente numerous times and always love it! Arguably best pasta in Norwich :-) Its a cosy restaurant with changing specials and we even had 2 for £11 cocktails. Friendly staff, best pasta, great atmosphere!
We had a beautiful meal here on Valentines day.
The restaurant was bustling and the servers never missed a beat.
The food was delicious and such generous portions
I really enjoyed my meal every time I went there,from the amazing cocktails, great pasta, delicious sauces and you must try the mouth-watering cannoli :)
Highly underrated restaurant in Norwich. Polite staff, good portions, good pasta! 🇮🇹
We both had 3 courses and drinks each, which came to under £50 and the food was especially good. The restaurant has a much nicer atmosphere inside than we'd anticipated and the service was just right. Top marks
Extraordinary food, great service, nice atmosphere would always recommend to anyone. We ate too much and loved every bite.
Fantastic pasta. Enjoyed a delicious dish with fresh, 'al dente' tagliatelle pasta, crab meat, tomatoes, chillies and samphire, perfectly cooked and with great flavours! Friendly team and welcoming environment.
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