Centonove

I've lived in Los Gatos for a few years now and this was my first time visiting Centonove. My partner was having a bad day -- we were lucky to snag a reservation at the last minute so he could drown his sorrows in some yummy pizza. The decor is modern and uncomplicated - brick walls, white tablecloths, a monochrome color scheme. It's nice, but a little too cramped for my liking, especially when the restaurant is full. Our server was warm and friendly, but he was quite busy and it took some time for him to come around and take our order. It all worked out just fine because our food came out a short time later. So, yay for that- I was hungry! My partner ordered a margherita pizza, and it was everything he hoped it would be. When I asked him how it was, he said it was "very good." Following up, I asked him how it compared to the pizza he makes at home and the pizza at La Pizza y La Pasta. While he decided it was on par with Eataly's offerings, it wasn't as good as the pizza he makes himself. When asked about the difference between the two, he said he preferred his crust because it is "lighter." Avoiding gluten and dairy, I did not get to try it. But that the pizza was good was evident from the smile on his face and the cleared plate. When you have to avoid gluten and dairy, like me, but your partner would happily limit his diet exclusively to pizza and pasta, a proper Italian restaurant can present a challenging dining experience. And I'll be honest, I feel lame going into a place known for its pizza -- a dish with cheese and pizza dough as central components - trying to avoid both of those things. So, I was incredibly grateful when I ordered the salmon and asked to substitute the risotto for the potatoes that the server asked me "the creamy potatoes?" When I hesitated and asked him if they have potatoes without cream or cheese, he asked me if I had a dairy allergy, which I really appreciated, and then he confirmed that they could substitute regular roasted potatoes instead of the creamy ones. Huge shout out to the server for patiently answering my questions and making sure I got something I could eat. I would have been SO sad if I had received cheese and cream laden potatoes that I could not eat. The salmon was perfectly cooked, with the crispiest salmon skin (in a good way) that I've ever had. The potatoes and roasted carrots were also tasty. We had a lovely evening here, and I'd absolutely recommend a visit.

Nice place when you walk in. White table cloths and nice wallpaper. Not sure why they were playing Southern rock in the background, but it was 3 PM so maybe it was just to make staff happy when business is slow.We had the misty salad and the zucchini pizza with arugula. I got the pasta with shrimp and clams to go. The salad was enough for the two of us to share and was pretty good. Not drenched in dressing, but just enough to give you the flavor. The pizza came piping hot from the oven with yellow squash, and arugula on it, and a nice soft goat cheese. Even though it was hot, the crust was not quite done through and so it was a little floppy. Still it was delicious, especially with the red chili flakes. Which I took note come out of the shaker very nicely, unlike other grinds of red chili flakes.Service was pretty good except they did not ask if we would like to have red chili flakes brought to the table. We had to get them ourselves from the station behind us as the server had quickly disappeared before we noticed. Even though it was mid afternoon, they had a decent amount of business, primarily teens or early 20s, probably to share a pizza and gab. I would definitely come back, especially to try the pasta dishes Since I got a pasta dish to go, I will try it at home and let that be my guide.

Centonove is one of my favorite restaurants in Los Gatos. It's our go-to spot for my friends and me. Our favorite drink is the Pear Martini--it's so delicious and dangerously easy to have too many!The first time I went, we ordered pizza, which was a great choice, especially since they offer gluten-free and vegan options. However, since then, I've become partial to their Fiocchi di Pera--pasta pockets with pear and cheese in a Gorgonzola cream sauce. Absolutely divine!The staff is knowledgeable and super fun, adding to the great atmosphere. I highly recommend making a reservation, especially on weekends, as seating--both indoors and outdoors--is limited. But even if you have to wait, it's definitely worth it!

Bland, flavorless, inauthentic, overpriced. Service was pleasant, but the food and drink leave much to be desired, especially for the prices when not up to par for this area. Will not return.

Stopped by for a quick dinner and luckily they had a table available on their outdoor patio since I was dining with my dog. Unfortunately, the bread service is no longer complimentary. It's $4 now. That's such bummer because it's such a great way to welcome back customers. My first time dining here I had pasta so this time around I ordered a pizza. They have good vegetarian pizza options. I ordered the traditional Margherita pizza and it was solid! Thin slices and fluffy crust. The sauce to mozzarella ratio was perfect. I reheated my leftovers the next day and it was still just as good!

very mid / just okay Flavor was a big miss. THE FOOD:- good starter bread- cavatelli stracciatella (sausage pasta): you can tell the pasta is homemade pasta. Portion was really small too - funghi (mushroom) pizza: there's no umami and the thyme overpowered everything too. Garlic tasted preserve and not freshFriendly but slow service. Nice ambiance sitting outside on a summer night. Dog friendly patio! They gave all the doggos there water bowls so that was sweet (:

Long time diner, first time caller -- I mean yelperCentonove is good, bordering on very good. The only issue is it used to be very good, bordering on great. The pizza are still the best and most reliable options. Thin lightly burnt crust -- not American fast-food style. The sausage and prosciutto is my fav but the mushroom one is a close second. Tagliatelle Bolognese is the go-to pasta dish. It's meaty and a solid flavor. On my most recent visit, there was no parmigiano on top.The house ravioli is filled with spinach and ricotta. Smaller portion. Nothing wrong with it. Affogato and Tiramisù are fine as desserts. I didn't care for the bland Panna Cotta.Small warnings:1. When you get asked for still or sparking water, the still is free but the sparking is an extra charge.2. The $5 bread service doesn't come with free refills.If you sit at the bar between 5-6pm on weekdays, antipasti, pizza, beer and wine are available at a reduced price.Personal preference: I don't like sitting inside near the back during the summer. The wood burning oven makes the room pretty warm. If it's a nice night, sit outside -- the tables and chairs are a little smaller but it's comfortable.Some yelpers seem to complain about the service but I've never had any issues.

I love this place! The staff is so friendly and welcoming, Food was amazing. I had pesto pizza a blood orange beer. Everyone was enjoying themselves. The atmosphere was warm and cozy. I would definitely return.

Beware if you are dining outside. They got new chairs which are even smaller & more uncomfortable than the previous ones. I'm petite and slender, but even I had a hard time. No kidding but they are literally kid-sized. My back hurt the next day & I don't even have back issues lol. (So, definitely not the place to eat if you are concerned about any ADA issues. )We were seated on a slope which is the most awkward dining experience ever. Further, when my friend asked to move to another table with comfortable chairs (there were 3 chairs) they said no. This particular table sat empty the entire 2 hours were there. I get it's a challenging area to have seating but sometimes it's not worth it to squeeze more tables in at the sacrifice of comfort. I don't think I'll be back sadly. It's a shame not to be able to have a semi comfortable dining experience out in the patio area in warmer weather :(Food: gnocchi was blander than usual. The beets in beet salad weren't cooked enough and the chicken in chicken dish was too dry. Recent reviews point out that this place has obviously slipped. I hope they can turn things around.

I used to live in Los Gatos and whenever anyone visited we used to take them here! The food is amazing, especially the pizzas, and the customer service is amazing too! This is always a stop for me and my husband whenever we are in the area. I am also setting up a dinner with coworkers here and I have called about 4 times already to modify/clarify the reservation, and Meredith has answered all of my calls and has been wonderful!