Cristina Ristorante Italiano
| Address: | 2666 University Blvd W, Silver Spring, MD 20902, USA |
| Phone: | +1 301-942-4137 |
| Site: | dineatcristinas.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 11:30AM–3PM 11:30AM–3PM 11:30AM–3PM 11:30AM–3PM 11:30AM–3PM 4–11PM 12–9PM |
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Julie Harrison
First time to visit this place in Wheaton. I have lived here all my life and most of the places I loved have closed down and have all become some sort of Mexican restaurants. This is my new favorite place! Besides it being close by....it has the most authentic Italian food that I have every had! My husband is Italian and we were just so excited about how amazing the food was and what a wonderful atmosphere and very romantic. The staff was great. The owner greets you at the door. Very classy mom and pop place! The food is almost as good as....anyway, it was very nice to find a true Italian place that isnt a BAR, with loud drunks. I will be going back, for sure! My husband called all his relatives to tell them about this place. This is the real deal! Oh and did I mention the food is just amazing! Can not wait to go back and try everything on the menu! It is a little pricey, but so well worth it! We had three amazing appetizers: calamari (that melts in your mouth) clams casino (amazing) and mussels in white wine (amazing)....we shared a huge plate of (cant remember the Italian name) of mussels,claims, shrimp, salmon and scallops with linguine in an awesome red sauce, with a salad and two glasses of wine....with tip it was only $72.00! Just a wonderful night out and well worth it if you you want REAL Italian food and not some chain line garbage!
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Jen Busby
We recently moved to this side of town. I dont review a restaurant until I have eaten there at least three times. The first time it was merely okay. This is why I wait to review. My tastebuds must have been off the first time, because everything seemed bland. That has not been our experience on subsequent visits. Despite the previous complaints about price, the place is very reasonable for the DC area (perhaps the reviewer is not a local). Also, yes, the breaded chicken dishes are thin. But they are supposed to be. They should be pounded. My husband and I each had different chicken dishes last time, and they were both amazing. The chicken was moist, and the sauces were very flavorful. Everything tastes authentic. But the place where they diverge from authenticity (in a good way) is that if you order a meat, pasta and salad come with it. My experience in Italy was a meat dish was a second course, and if you wanted pasta you had to pay for it as a first course. This Americanized service is much appreciated. The owner is always at the door and appears to remember all the regulars by name. He is always welcoming to our family. I enjoy the cheap house wine. The service is fast and friendly, and the food is great. Going for another visit tonight and I cant wait.
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Glastin Steele
This is the best Italian restaurant in the area. Some reviewer below complained that their chicken parmigiana was smashed thin. Newsflash, that is how it is suppose to be prepared. That is what brings out the flavor in chicken. Outstanding food at an excellent price for this area. Very enjoyable atmosphere, and almost every time I have gone, the owner has greeted us. Try the place for lunch, easy to do in just a half hour even for entrees. I challenge you to find a better chicken parma, Amalfis, Amici Mieis, Mama Lucis , Timpanos, Gregorios, none of them beat it.
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Shani Scott
5 star all the way! The owner takes pride in his service and restaurant he is courteous. The staff service is excellente! The food is exquisite Italian cuisine and authentic made lightly and delicious! The prices are phenomenal the wine selection is good. The setting and ambiance is quaint warm and cozy! Its the perfect combination for a wonderful lunch/dinner I will be back!
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Pam Baldwin
Found via Google, small storefront but once in, the smells are wonderful. The service was good and the food was very good. Caprese salad tomatoes could have been more ripe but the homemade mozzarella and plenty of fresh basil made up for it. Grilled fish was excellent. Tiramisu about the best Ive ever had. Atmosphere intimate, quiet and great for a romantic dinner.
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Coming back here for my mom mothers day dinner! Everything is delicious. My favorites are the special pork chops (so not sure if its available every time), white wine clam pasta and the homemade tiramisu. The tiramisu is different from all the other restaurants Ive tried, they have a cream and chocolate sauce over it, oh, so yummy!
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Erin Setter
Cristinas is a small, authentic Italian place. Their decor and seating feels intimate but the mirrored wall makes the place feel bigger. Their menu is reasonably priced and has great options. Fresh bread and butter come with the table and is so delicious! The tiramusi is worth splitting with a date for a great finish to the meal.
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Jerald Lentini
One of our go-to spots for good Italian in the area. It has higher prices than many other area restaurants, but its also a much better restaurant than many in the area. A nice variety of options, well prepared and flavorful dishes, and a reasonably priced wine selection make it worth the trip. The food makes it worth the return.
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Ben C.
Fantastic food, moderate prices and great service. First time there and seemed like staff knew everyones first name who walked in. The Pollo Mafiosa was great and lobster ravioli made my wifes valentine dinner perfect. The free bread pre meal tasted fresh baked and there was two different types. Cant wait to get back!
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Kenny Hammond
Took my better half back for her birthday and had a most wonderful meal. Red Snapper grilled was one of the specials of the day and it was a meal I will happily remember to look for in the future. Wonderfully seasoned and cooked to perfection with green beans and half of potato. Bellisimo.........
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Peter Osborne
Food was alright but way overpriced. Paid $17 for chicken parmesan that was very thin chicken and mostly breading. Also, $9 for a glass of subpar house wine is ridiculous. When will restaurants learn that charging exorbitant prices doesnt automatically make you high quality?
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A Private User
Absolutely brilliant. Front of house is warm, and charming, and the food speaks for itself. Fresh, simple, clean, vibrant, flavorful, and bursting with authenticity. No one does fresh authentic Italian food better for the money. Bit pricey, but well worth it. Salud!
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John Alvarado
Best Italian restaurant in Montgomery County. Every other restaurant has really spicey and peppery taste, not Cristinas. I have been coming to this place for the past 18 years. As a former native New Yorker I highly recommend this place.
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Raymond Berg
Loved the family-style wait staff. The men who served us treated us like kings for a meal and were as friendly as you can get. Very small, proving that great things come in small packages.
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A Private User
I just had to take a moment away from my Almond Cake to say that I love this place. My food was fresh and delicious. I am a snob when it comes to Italian food this place is amazing.
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A Private User
Great tasting food. The shrimp scampi appetizer was scrumptious!! Good service and ambiance. Although costly food for such a simple place in a non-expensive neighborhood.
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Lidya Tefera
Me and my family had the worst serivice in this restaurant; we were mistreated because of our race. I highly recommend people to think twice before going there
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Woodrow Boon
The wine list will not excite a sommelier. I guess it is not necessary though. Apart from it, everything is delightful - food, service, even the visitors.
