Reviews of Caffe' Centrale Italian Restaurant. (Restaurant) in Hamilton (Waikato).

Caffe' Centrale Italian Restaurant

421 Reviews

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Italian restaurant

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10 Alma Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand

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Reviews of Caffe' Centrale Italian Restaurant

O. D.

Omg, this is something fantastic. It feels like little Italia in Hamilton. Such a delicious cuisine. We've got a brilliant pizza with a great balanced taste and pasta with a fabulous sauce. Book a table ahead:)

J. E. R.

Excellent pasta, pizzas and desserts!!! Also you have to try the Fernet whit coke and ice😍😎👏

S. M.

Food was great but one main meal was missed and we didn’t get it until everyone else was finished. Almost told them to cancel it as we had kids with us. Thought it was unusual to charge for it after waiting that long. Table behind us had missing side and table beside us had two missing mains, so seemed like not just a one off. As I said, food was great and a redeeming factor, so still give it 3 star.

D. Q.

Best Italian food we have ever had, and yes, we've been to Italy. Perfection from start to finish. Delightful Italian chef. Cocktails mixed to perfection by Luke. This gem was an accidental find, and so pleased we did. Our new favourite.

A. F. (.

Best Italian food we've had in New Zealand. We had the pasta special, lasagne and a pizza, and they were all excellent authentic Italian food. Great service, plus excellent Italian beer, a must visit if you are in Hamilton.

n. s.

Awesome food, friendly service! Fabulous! Well done team! 👍

J.

Delicious affordable food, great staff and nice ambiance.

S. L.

Another fabulous night of food and service at Cafe Centrale This restaurant has been our go to restaurant for the last 15 years while running our business in Hamilton. Last night we sadly said goodbye to our 6 weekly meals whilst in Hamilton due to the sale of our business. We have never had a meal that we haven't been happy with and I especially appreciate the option of a smaller meal. Keep up your amazing model of great food and professional staff Thank you. Kevin and Sandra Lamb Nelson.

M. W.

Delicious italian food in a cozy environment at reasonable prices!

J.

Their gnocchi is something to die for, some of the best I've had, however, their spaghetti was very clearly prebought, simple and not worth paying $28 for the $4 cost of ingredients. Overall great place, just choose wisely what you order.

V. C.

Don't be fooled by its quite outlook.The inside is always full house. Their appetisers and main courses are the 'go to' options if you want some authentic Italian meals.

R. R.

I was here a month or so ago, I really liked it. I had the Veggi Nochi which i really enjoyed. It was nice and quiet inside so not to claustrophobic. Enjoyed my meal. I would recommend.

M.

Vibrant atmosphere & interior decor, best to make reservations. Delicious & tasty food especially their Pizza 🍕 (perfect dough), friendly & reliable hosts. Thank you 👍🏻

D. R.

This is the second time I've been to this cafe for dinner. The last night the restaurant was fully booked when I entered instead of turning me away. Asked if I would be happy to serve it the bar for a meal since I was by myself. I was more than happy to do this I think that this was just an incredible level of service considering most places would have just said sorry Asics available and showed me the door. Put on trial are garlic bread covered with olive oil marinated tomatoes and basil was wonderful followed by medium rare sirloin steak covered in mushrooms with a side of chips and seasonal vegetables. The vegetables in this main dish were superb. They were the best vegetables I have tasted with a meal for quite some time. As a coincidence I ended up in this restaurant by mistake I was supposed to go to the Italian restaurant next door and try their steak. I will have to go there tomorrow. Highly recommended and I will be back for a third time.

L. M.

This is our favourite restaurant! Always great, authentic food and friendly service. The gnocchi is SO good.. but then, so is everything I have tried here. Thanks Caffé Centralé! We will see you again soon.

s. c.

Best italian food in hamilton.Loved it so much.Very good service and the staff was so polite ang nice.Higly recommend this place.Good vibe too.

H. S.

Calzone was huge and lasagna was absolutely delicious. Gelato is a must try. Definitely worth the price.

J. S. (. S.

Easily the best Italian I've had in years since I was last in Florence! Traditional Italian flavours, great friendly service with a smile, reasonably priced too. Definitely recommend trying it out if you are staying across the road.

R. D.

I ordered though uber pick up. Small antipasto platter and the tomato and basil bruschetta. Super fresh, generous serving. Absolutely divine! Will definitely be going back to dine in.

L. P.

I liked the pizza, it tasted nothing like any other. A lot of love and care can be felt in the food. Pasta dishes never let me down either.

G. &. A. S.

Our favourite Italian restaurant to go to. Authentic, cosy, intimate. Definitely worth trying out.

G. D.

This was our second visit to Caffe Centrale on the last few weeks. Again the food was just excellent. We were a family group of five. The restaurant was full and short staffed due to illness but despite that the service was really good. We all had different meals and we were all happy. I had veal saltimbocca and panna cotta and we shared a bottle of Valpolicella. They were great but next time I'm going to have the limoncello sorbet..

D. M.

Enjoyed our meal, and the staff were very nice, lovely little Italian restaurant, good ambiance,we'll be back : ))

K. K.

If you like Italian food, you will love this place, staff are very friendly and food is great.

L. G.

Fantastic Italian restaurant in the heart of hamilton with great food, friendly staff and owner and they even do takeaways on Uber

J. P.

Great Italian place, feels very authentic. Food was great with good size portions.

P.

A wonderful true Italian experience, dine alfresco on the street or enjoy the internal ambiance of a true gem. The menu is well balanced and affordable. A well rounded wine list is available or you can bring your own. Take a couple of hours to dine here but always BOOK as they are well patronized

V. M. -. S.

Excellent food. Good service too. Recommend it

L. L.

Nice and filling meals. Lots of choices of pasta with vegetarian option. I need to go back to try more :)

B. P.

Awesome service, happy to cater to dietary requirements. Decent sized meals for a reasonable price - everyone left more than happy! Thanks again for a great night!

V. H.

Best food, service and ambiance! Definitely recommend.

D. M.

Immediately soon as i entered i was greeted by a awesome Italian host/waiter. They even have Italian chefs too. Most authentic Italian restaurant i ever been to. I ordered a lasagna and spaghetti and they taste amazing so authentic too! Cant express how much i recommend this restaurant. If you want a true taste of authentic Italian food. This is the place to go.

A. P.

Delightful. This was our first time at this restaurant and we really enjoyed it. Unfortunately their menu on the website was not up to date however the menu was good. Catered well for different dietary needs (1 of our party was vegan). I had the gnocchi which was so light and pillowy and delicious. Would recommend.

L. F.

Been going here for years. Amazing authentic Italian food, service is always excellent. Cosy atmosphere. A bottle of Lambrusco and the carbonara are my favs!

D. H.

My daughter had her wedding reception here and the entire experience was awesome. Delicious food, amazing service and devine cocktails. We gave prior notice of one person needing gluten free and they were very well (and safely) looked after. I can't recommend Caffe' Centrale any higher, overall an amazing experience.

T. G.

Amazing dishes, been there a few times and tried everything from salad, pasta to meat dishes - love them all. The meal on special is always worth it!

B. R.

Best Italian restaurant in the area where they obviously make everything from scratch. Have always enjoyed everything they have served. The tiramisu is incredible and not the over sweet chocolatey dessert most places serve. Friendly staff and great service.

C. P.

Great service, run by italians so food is actually italian. It was really good. So happy witj dinner. Will be back.

Z. Y.

This is the second time I've been to this restaurant for dinner. The service was very warm and welcoming and food was delicious however I feel that there could be some more training provided with staff. The waiter was unsure about what wines were what and when my mom ordered a soft drink proceeded to ask her what the drink was (which she wasn't sure). The entree was entirely missed from the table - which is fine, I work in hospo so understand mistakes happen; but also main meals took so long to be ordered so when we asked wait staff on two different occasions to order they told us to "wait 2 more minutes" or "hold on, ill be 5 mins". Will still be back as the food is amazeeee but I think more staff training is definitely needed.

G. P.

Great food and great staff. Recommended!

G. B.

Excellent service, lovely cosy atmosphere, great food. 100% recommend the tortellini. Will be back

G. S.

Simple but effective decor. Outstanding authentic Italian food. One of Hamilton's hidden dining jewels. The tortellini was divine, as was my partner's salmon gnocchi. The limencello sorbet was amazing! Don't miss treating yourself here.

A. J.

Great dinner here. Delicious Italian food. We had 2 four year olds and they kindly split a main with very friendly staff. Even got a birthday candle in dessert. Will Def go back!

D.

I went with my partner for a dinner and we enjoyed every moment at this restaurant. Foods, atmosphere and services are great. We definitely will come back again.

H.

Been here at least 5 times over the years. Great Italian host Alexandro and we all loved hearing his stories. Food is actually Italian instead of American Italian, which is great. Loved the true Italian lasagne that can be soaked up with bread.

D. S.

I heard that one of the (red haired) employee boys managed to drop $50 of COMPANY MONEY!!!! Can you believe that!? It's totally unprofessional and is a clear elusion to the real troubles behind the scenes!! !!!!

M.

Fabulous Food 👌🏻 Fabulous Atmosphere 🙂 Fabulous Service 😘 Fab Fab Fab 👍🏻

K. F.

Always have great service and delicious meals. This is our go to Italian restaurant in Hamilton.

P. c.

Wow, what an amazing place and stunning food. Squeezed us in on a Saturday night with no booking and just totally blews us away with the Level of service and the food. Easily the best Italian I've had. This will be our date night escape from now on. Thank you so much. If your thinking of going here stop thinking and just do it. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT.

M. K.

We went there for my husband’s 31 birthday. I loved the food, atmosphere and staffs. They were so friendly. I will definitely go back. 💕

C. J.

We arrived late and the kitchen was already closed, but I’m giving it 5 stars anyway because the owner came out and was over-the-top friendly. We had a great conversation and he gave us a lot of tips about other places to see and eat while touring the area. We followed his suggestions the next day and had a great time! We are really sad that we didn’t get to try the food, but I’m definitely going back to this restaurant the next time I visit New Zealand.

H.

Very good food, margarita pizza 9/10

M. H.

Authentic Italian food. Great people for sure. The chef came out and greeted everyone. The only downside is that it took a while for us to get our food. Not sure if this was typical or if it was just that night.

H. H.

Super yummy food and dessert 👍👍

K. v. d. B.

Everytime we are wanting an Italian dinner, we go here. I cannot speak highly enough of the staff and the food. The food is always amazing, no matter what we order and everytime I get a chance to recommend them I do. I'm so glad I've found this restaurant, the lasanga has to be my favorite though!

M. F.

Lovely authentic Italian restaurant with great food and very pleasant and friendly staff. Great place for any occasion.

L. C.

Dinner with family in July here. Arrival very late till 9:50 but greeted by smiling staff. The waitress asked the chef assistance and made good recommendations. Good food & good time for a late dinner after long travel from the south.

M. D.

Visiting from Melbourne Australia, we stumbled across this place whilst looking for a quick bite to eat. All I can say is WOW. I’ve not found a place (including in Lygon st Melbourne) that makes a traditional carbonara so well. Traditional meaning there is no cream, just egg, cheese, meat, and pasta cooked to perfection. Whilst we’re just passing through, I think I need to try to pass through again on this trip so I can try something else. Thanks for making the start of our holiday so awesome.

D. A.

Very nice food, lovely staff. Have a kids menu, need to bring your own child colouring or activity.

F. G.

Best pizza in Hamilton! When I miss home I always come here. Amazing staff and food!

d.

First time going there. Really great customer service, really nice place, delicious food and probably the best garlic bread I've ever had. Definitely recommend

S.

Six years of dining with CaffeCentrale and the food and service is always awesome. We are now gluten free and GF their options are just as delicious as the regular meals. Thanks Marco and the team 🙂

S. P.

Long waits, luke warm bland food and just way too much cheese trying to make up for an average dish. Breads and dips were good. Tuesday must be the main staffs days off.

A. A.

Good atmosphere and friendly staff. I had risotto and my wife ordered ravioli. We thought they were OK. We will come back maybe once every 3-6 months.

D. a. N. Z.

Awesome place. Cozy and comfortable with a good atmosphere and amazing food. Highly recommend. The mussels starter is out of this world. Make sure you call and book tho

J. A.

Amazing food. Pork (shank style). Just fell off bone and melted in your mouth. Generous portions. Would definately visit again when in town.

B. H.

One Word, AMAZING!! Such a neat little place with so much character! the Rigatoni alla Carbonara is like no other, Service is by far the best I have ever had of ANY restaurant I have been to, My partner and I Thoroughly enjoyed the small chit chat with Alessandro. The prices are VERY Fair. Thank you again guys! we will most certainly be back

S. R.

Very nice and authentic Italian restaurant. Good quality ingredients, friendly staff. The only downside for me was the portion size, which was rather small for the price we paid.

C. G.

We had decided to come out for a family dinner for my daughters 21st.... service was brilliant ..the man who took our orders was so good... food was delicious and even sang happy birthday to our daughter and got everyone else singing and clapping... just made our evening .. Thankyou so much we will be back !!!

J. J.

Thanks guys, that was nutritious and delicious!!!

A. G.

The most authentic Italian pizza we have eaten outside of Italia! What you think of as pizza is not pizza, this is pizza! 'Vecchia Signora' '+39 Rispetto' Y.N.W.A.

C. F.

This is an authentic italian experience to die for! I have never reviewed a restaurant before. But i have to give these guys an A+++! The service is the best ive evr had. And the gnocchi is beauiful with succulent flavour. This now our favourite restaurant!

M. B.

As always lovely genuine Italian food in a friendly restaurant. Bookings helpful but not necessary. Finish your meal with Lemoncello sorbet - the best.

D. w.

Me and my partner went there for dinner last night, and I have to say the food was amazing had the bread broad and mozzarella salad which was our entree and the speed it came out from the kitchen was prefect. We had the seafood freshly made pasta which was cooked in a tin foil bag. The seafood was cooked to amazement the sauce was mouth watering with a side of bread to soak the rest up. We made this choice because the friendly warm service we had recommended it to us. Best decision ever. We had panacotta to share for dessert yet agian the speed it came out of the kitchen was amazing. We finished our night off with 2 lemon chilo shots.Thanks for the great night guys. Be back agian

P. S.

Amazing service no matter how busy it gets, food is worth the wait. Every morsel is deliciously satisfying. When they say Bon Appetit, they really mean every word. It is over above my expectation every single time. Grazie Mille to the team at Caffe Centrale.

A. A.

Authentic food. Never been disappointed. Definitely recommend this for your Italian food cravings.

P. L.

Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner tonight food was fresh beautifully cooked and plentiful The staff were amazing and very welcoming Would recommend this as a place to dine

C. R.

Great food, great staff. Ordered a pizza to go for midnight snack. So good

r. s.

It was nice Italian restaurant, they coped well with people, very nice brownie for dessert 🍰

劉.

Super delicious food!

A.

Great little Italian restaurant, food is totally authentic , great staff and loved the chef's special touches. Prices are reasonable and would totally recommend a touch of Rome.

N. E.

It was really nice to go somewhere different for dinner and be totally surprised at how amazing the staff were (keeping us informed about what we were ordering, how we were, refilling water without asking for it) and the delicious food that was put down for us. Looking forward to our return!

K. H.

Fantastic meal and great service!!! My favourite restaurant. ❤

S. R.

Always brilliant personal service. Being remembered from a previous visit and talking with one of the chefs gives Centrale a special resonance!

L. A.

Excellent. Really nice food, nice atmosphere and very reasonably priced.

S.

Awesome food great service - loved it so much I am making their new website! Been there twice lately and tried the Spaghetti al Cartoccio and the Cordon Bleu both fantastic! You must try Alessandro's gelato!

r. m.

Amazing service, we were well taken care of. They even did a special birthday for my partner which was lovely. Highly recommended.

J. S.

We loved our visit to Caffe Centrale! Food was delicious and chef was awesome. Highly recommend. Thanks

D. N.

Very nice. Lovely service, very good experience a d great food for a very good price

S.

Had my sons birthday here and the food and atmosphere was amazing, they sung happy birthday to my son. The guy that was waiting on us all night was just fantastic

Y. N.

Amazing food, great atmosphere, grest service friendly staff

K. P.

Delicious dinner we had last night! Great service and very affordable, we will be back😊

P. A.

Cosy Italian restaurant with a range of tasty, traditional pasta, gnocchi or other dishes. Great dessert range.

T. J.

Great food! Great service! We'll definitely be back :)

J. H.

Extremely friendly staff and amazing food. Anyone who wants good Italian food made by Italians this is the place to go

B. M.

This is my favourite restaurant in Hamilton, bar none. The service is fast, friendly, and efficient, and the food never ceases to impress.

J. L.

There was lovely food, a very good atmosphere, and friendly staff. If you go out, I would definitely recommend Caffe Centrale.

V. D.

Food was excellent! And very friendly Italian staff

L. G.

Our meal was devine. Authentic food, cooked with passion. Lovely staff.

L. K.

fabulous meal with fabulous staff. Real Italians passionate about making authentic Italian food. A real treat!

P. B.

Awesome food. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere. Definitely one of the best in Hamilton.

E. S.

Still an amazing restaurant, great atmosphere. Good for dates.

Z. V. D. E.

Staff went over and above to please could not fault the service fantastic food. Left happy and would definitely go back.

A. C.

Holy moly, what a hidden gem. Alessandro is the cats pyjamas, best service in Hamilton and the food is awesome and authentic.

G. T.

Amazing food and excellent service. Will definitely visit again.

J. D.

A beautiful meal, good service. We will sure be back

D. B.

Good service and friendly accommodating staff. Food was very good.

K. S.

Fantastic food, atmosphere and service. Loved it.

A. W.

Love the atmosphere of this place. Always go the extra mile to make your special occasions memorable.

C. J.

The food was really good and the restaurant had a very cosy feeling to it.

P. V.

Very nice, enjoyed the food. Friendly and helpful staff.

J. M.

Hands down best Italian I have had. And a good place to BYO

R. P.

Been twice. Will go again very soon. Food is superb and service excellent.

G. G.

Stunning tastes and great service. We'll be back :-)

K. W.

Great mains and fantastic service from the sole waiter. Good job young man!!! Handled surperbly.

T. P.

Lovely staff! Gooood food and wine 10/10

P. K.

Grat little restaurant. Lovely food.

D. J.

Great food very Freindly atmosphere reasonably priced food

P. S.

Like the food. Really had fun

D. J.

Excellent REAL Italian food! Friendly staff.

S. F.

Enjoyed our meal as usual . Always enjoy this place.

K.

The food was amazing and the service was even better. A definite recomend.

M.

Delicious food and very friendly staff.

m. r.

Really good food and amazing staff best place in Hamilton

S. C.

Great food and fast service, the pistachio gelato was amazing

S.

Marco & Alessandro are awesome guys - food is always fabulous and the Gelato is to die for!

A. H.

Hand on heart the best authentic Italian in New Zealand!

S. M.

Nice people, good food and a friendly warm atmosphere

C. v. d. B.

Amazing service and the best food I have ever eaten

A. C.

A happy, raucous place where the staff never stop smiling, the service is superb and the food is great.

J. E.

ginger workman dropped 5 knives. CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT? 5 KNIVES!!!!!

ع.

Very nice food and great customer service.

J. W.

As good as Roma! Great food, great service- truely Belissimo

T. H.

Excellent food and wonderful service

v. h.

Was very yummy the staff was very lovely and kind

P. M.

Great food, prices and service

B. G.

Great food .excellent service. Even returned my glasses to my hotel

R. F.

Friendly and efficient staff. Great food!

M. H.

Excellent food and service. Strongly recommended!

D. W.

Friendly top service good wine selection

B.

Amazing experience, very authentic, great atmosphere and customer service A+++++

C.

Best Italian food in town by far!

D.

Very good dishes Enjoyed

C. G. (.

The food was really good and well presented

A. S.

Great food and even better service!

D. C.

Delicious food and great customer service.

E. M.

Great food from Marco - friendly staff

A. S.

Best Italian in town . Service top notch.

D. F.

I Love this place! Alexanddro turns a meal into a night out.

T.

Great food....real Italian!

T.

Fantastic service. Awsome food

S. L.

Great food and a friendly host.

M. L.

Best chicken I have ever had

G.

Fantastic friendly service and delicious food

A. M.

A bit on the expensive side. The best Italian in Hamilton for sure.

C.

Awesome authentic Italian. Bellisimo

L. P.

Good food, great people.

a.

Awesome service and delicious food

L. G.

Always great food!

P. M.

Best Italian in town hands down

W.

Great food & service.

J. D.

Excellent food and service.

J.

Awesome food and service

G.

Very nice food and service

J.

Salmon was beautiful, thanks guys.

K.

Great little Italian place for Hamilton...

N.

Great food aurthentic

G.

Yummy Tiramisu!

Y. T.

authentic Italian food

C.

Always the best lasagna

L.

Good food and wine

L.

Best food in Hamilton!

w. c.

As always.... Amazing!!

S. J. K.

Best food in town!

D.

The BEST Italian in town

S.

Real Italian food

M. B.

Incredible food! Best Italian in town.

K. T.

Good service

W.

Excellent

J.

5☆

R.

Great

L. M.

Great meal

D.

Best in town

A. P.

Great service nice food attentive staff what more could you want

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(Translated) the pizza is wonderful (Original) A pizza é maravilhosa

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(Translated) Top quality food and very good service. (Original) Top kwaliteit eten en zeer goede bediening.

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(Translated) Excellent Italian cuisine. .staff very nice (Original) Ottima cucina italiana. .staff molto simpatico

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