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northen italian cuisine and fresh seafood
  • fresh seafood
  • veal ossobuco
  • rack of lamb

MarkerChristos Ristorante

(602) 264-1784

6327 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Editorial Description by Citysearch
Affordable Italian spot serves daily specials and tasty favorites like lasagna and lobster ravioli in a cozy old-fashioned dining parlor.
Rated 9.1 out of 10 by Citysearch.

1 Review of Christos Ristorante in Phoenix

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So good!  4 Star Rating - Very good

This place, in my opinion, is authentic. The owner seems to always be there and he is straight out of Italy. It is in a small secluded area but If it wasn't then it would always be packed. Its a hidden little gem with amazing pastas and salads.

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Good value 3 Star Rating - Satisfactory

As for the positives, an incredible value. The food was extremely reasonable and the service was pretty attentive.

After reading the reviews, I expected a high quality ristorante that people were raving about featuring authentic northern italian food. The choices were good typical "american" italian fare, such as Caesar salad (not really italian, but everyone always expects it), saltimbocca, penne pomodoro, etc. I really missed seeing an arrugula salad, more interesting antipasti, risotto, gnocchi, etc. I had the Veal Saltimbocca which was good.

I guess for a "ristorante", I was thinking soups, salads, and more courses, which is more familiar to me, e.g. salad, soup, small portions of pasta/risotto, with secondi entrees of lamb, veal, seafood, followed by an italian dessert (tiramisu is a little overplayed, perhaps a nice italian fruit tart, sorbetto, etc.).

Contrasted with the crumby chain italian-american restaurants (Maggiano's, Macaroni Grill), this place is a gem. Compared to other northern italian ristoranti, it leaves something to be desired, but overall a good place with reasonable food at great prices.

Pros: Great value, reasonable food, good service
Cons: Ordinary menu, relatively average fare
Posted 06/05/08 at 6:58pm

Best Orange Duck Ever!!!! 5 Star Rating - World class

I highly recommend Christo's!!!! From the moment, you walk in the ambiance and elegance will set you in the mood for a wonderful evening... The service is wonderful!!!! I commend the staff for seeing too all of your wants & needs.... You'll never have to wait for anything at your table, and what I truly love is that your Matre d makes you feel like you are the only one in the restaurant... Now that is great service!! As for the food, simply put " Delicious.." This is a perfect place for any special occasion, like Valentine's Day!!! If you looking for a great food, wonderful service at a good price then Christo's is for you!!!

Posted 09/13/07 at 5:29pm

Most Wonderful Veil 5 Star Rating - World class

This is the best restaurant in Phoenix by far. The atmosphere and the cuisine are excellent, not to ritzy or pricey yet elegant and quant. The service is highly attentive to customers and the food is out of site! The seafood is brought in fresh daily; the bread is always warm and fresh. Your glass never reaches the half way mark servers are anticipating you before you think you need more. In the bar area they have wonderful music and singing serenading the crowd as you enjoy your meal. Everyone we have taken there or gone on their own has enjoyed the place. The folks who run the place take pride in their work and stand by it. I recomend this place to any and everyone..... Ciao

Pros: Good Food, good atmosphere, still hold reservations, very elegant
Cons: Not a place for loud little ones
Posted 09/13/07 at 2:25pm

perfect 5 Star Rating - World class

When we pulled up to Christos, we had no idea what I treat we were in for. The food here was INCREDIBLE. Service was great. This restraunt is not trendy or hip. But pleasent, tradtional and most importantly delcious. One of my top choices in the valley hands down.

Pros: reasonable prices, service, food
Cons: a bit quiet
Posted 02/04/07 at 12:03am

From a Christo's "regular" 5 Star Rating - World class

This north central eatery is located in a very unremarkable "stripcenter", but once your inside the mood and the crowds tell you that you have entered a very popular restaurant whose clientele include some of the best-known Phoenix citizenry.
The service is very attentive, and most of the waiters and bussers have worked there for years. The hostess is a very elegant lady who sets the tone for a special night of dining.
There is a menu, but order one of the many specials of the day. The seafood is my favorite, but you couldn't go wrong with any selection. We have sent friends to Christo's for years, and every single one has said it was outstanding. We have yet to find them on an "Off Night".
If you have room after soup, salad and your entree, try the Tiramisu; its to die for.

Pros: Food, Service, Friendlyness
Cons: location, Maybe too popular
Posted 06/10/03 at 8:55am