Located in the charming Alderley Edge, Gusto Italian is a delightful addition to the local dining scene. With a focus on authentic Italian cuisine, it's no surprise that customers rave about their experiences. One highlight is the exceptional service provided by staff members like Lidia, who consistently go above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit. Reviews frequently commend the attentiveness and friendliness of the team, making diners feel welcomed and valued.
The food, a standout feature, is noted for its rich flavors and careful preparation. Diners particularly favor the chicken dish—described as an “all-time favorite”—demonstrating the restaurant’s ability to captivate loyal patrons. Additionally, the venue itself is aesthetically pleasing, providing a comfortable atmosphere, although some customers wish for a livelier ambiance during quieter lunchtimes.
Moreover, Gusto Italian proves to be versatile, successfully hosting events like PTA socials and birthday celebrations, all while maintaining a high standard of quality, from the hot buffet to attentive bar service. With its delectable menu and welcoming vibe, Gusto Italian undoubtedly leaves a lasting impression, making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors alike.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Lunch reservations recommended
Reservations required
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Gusto Italian
Eithne MacRae
Jun 23,2025
Wonderful food, wonderful service - especially Lidia. Only scored down on atmosphere as place very empty (lunchtime) - cannot understand why not full!
R S
Jun 16,2025
And today we came in for our all time favourite... THE CHICKEN ...! Thank you Lidia once again for your fab service..! See you Sunday...! " today is thursday "
Foxy Fox
Jun 1,2025
The venue in Alderley Edge has a very pleasing aesthetic. The staff were all very attentive without intruding, they were extremely helpful and friendly, wanting you to have the best experience possible whilst there. The food was cooked well and it was very flavourful. Overall it was a pleasant experience. Duck had been removed from the A la carte menu, which was a disappointment for both of us. The restaurant is child friendly and has good accessibility for any one who may be less mobile.
Emma Boycott
May 23,2025
Recently hosted our Spring Social for the local primary school PTA and can't fault a thing. Ben the manager was super helpful in the planning stages. The team who worked behind the bar were friendly and attentive and nothing was too much trouble if they had to run downstairs to get it from the other bar. The hot buffet food was excellent, lots of people went back for more! All in all a great night, thank you Gusto!
Carys Channon
May 9,2025
Thank you so much for helping make our birthdays so special. Lidia made our experience perfect as always! We can't wait to come back soon.
A G
May 5,2025
Food is spot on, as usual, fresh high quality ingredients and brought on a warmed up plate. Service was a little bit slow. We’ve waited for over ten mins for our drinks to be brought over, whilst we can see them standing on a bar. Considering it wasn’t that busy. Good choice of seafood dishes
Yasmin Fay
Apr 7,2025
Wow. I was travelling from Ireland to attend a clinic in Alderley Edge and stumbled upon Gusto for dinner. The sea bass was absolutely stunning—hands down the best I’ve ever had. And the pistachio creme brulee? Out of this world. I’d travel back from Ireland just to eat here again!
Kelsey Dinn
Mar 26,2025
We had a lovely vegan meal here. Plenty of options for us. We settled on the vegan flank steak meal and it was delicious! Great to see somewhere non vegan putting a lot of effort into their vegan options. The cocktails were also delicious and most are vegan friendly! Highly recommend.
Reviews For Gusto Italian