La Strada - Martinez

Fantastic food and atmosphere! Truly a San Pablo Favorite and place we will continue to visit many times. All food is excellent!

We picked La Strada after reading many great reviews on Yelp and we were not disappointed. The service was prompt and attentive, the food prepared well and delicious exactly the way we requested it, and the prices were reasonable considering the service level and food quality. I highly recommend the sampler plate as an appetizer, the scampi (I had shrimp) with polenta, and the lemon gelato dessert who's wonderful Italian name I've already forgotten!! But which came with a wonderful puddle of strawberry glaze to drag the gelato through that gave it a delicious strawberry lemonade-type flavor. Yummy!! We'll be back!!

Update as of 01/30/22 Still a current fave in our rotation of most frequented restaurants. This is a place that goes above and beyond in quality of food and service. Very much love that they require proof of vaccination. My fave is their eggplant parmigiana. We?ve tried almost every item of their menu and it?s never a disappointment. Another fabulous place that we frequented for over 15 years. Currently they offer dine in and outdoor dining and their bar is open. Same great food service. Never a disappointment in their food. Always consistent which brings a homey feel. Love their bread with the olive oil balsamic. I typically go for their specials or get the linguini con gamberetti. I also recommend the ravioli, calamari, lasagna, actually everything really. Dessert their tiramisu and creme brulee are our faves. Been here for celebrations with a party +40 during pre-covid times. In preparation they provide you a menu which they produce a personal menu for the guests.

We chose La Strada after reading many positive reviews on Yelp, and we were not disappointed. The service was prompt and attentive, the food was well-prepared and flavorful, exactly as we requested, and the prices were reasonable considering the quality of the service and food. I highly recommend the sampler plate as an appetizer, the scampi (which I had with prawns) served with polenta, and the lemon gelato for dessert, although I can’t remember the wonderful Italian name! It came with a delightful strawberry glaze that added a delicious strawberry lemonade flavor. We will definitely be returning!

Why travel to Italy when you can enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine and ambiance with white tablecloths right here in San Pablo? Service: Dine-in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $20–30