Locanda Sorrento

Delicious authentic Italian food. Highly recommend the Lasgna

Lovely Italian place. The food and staff worth visiting. Make sure to ask for the bread. We had Insalita Liza and meatballs. The meatballs is big portions the steak was delicious and juicy. Lemon cake was delicious and high recommended

Great place with amazing decor and good food. Branzino was flaky and juicy. Loved the house salad with pear and strawberry. Its a bit loud but overall great vibes. Follow @unfoldingdish for reviews.

Elizabeth Bettencourt

First time here and we loved it! From the cute decor and great atmosphere we were already living it as we walked in. The food was delicious. I had the lasagna which was delicious and my husband had the linguine with clams and shrimp. The service was great! We will definitely be back! Almost forgot to mention my expresso martini which was one of the best I had.

C. S.

Enjoyed an early afternoon, Saturday lunch with family. Vibrant, bright atmosphere, nice, intimate seating, and a banquet room in the back. Enjoyed the singing birthday wishes, beautiful plates, generous portions, calamari, bruschetta, halibut special, salmon dishes, wine and limoncello drinks. Inviting more loved ones to meet me here!

Melissa Rose Embry

The atmosphere at Locanda Sorrento is bright, beautiful, and so relaxing. The staff are always kind, welcoming, and genuinely warm. It feels like visiting friends every time. And the food? Absolutely incredible. I’ve celebrated four of my friends birthdays here now and one of my own, and each time has been unforgettable. Truly one of my favorite places!

Pooja Shankar

Got the insalata Fresco, great salad but definitely could be better, barely felt the citrus dressing. The cacio pepe was outstanding! The cheese wheel and the whole antics, the pasta itself was a little undercooked, quite hard and definitely too sticky and undercooked. The pesto was amazing, presentation wise 10/10 but pasta was undercooked again! Flavors were amazing for sure. Chocolate soufflé was such only okay, barely had any molten chocolate, vanilla gelato was top notch! The soufflé felt similar to the Trader Joe’s molten choco lava cake so didn’t get the special feeling

Danny K (DSKO)

So my sister asked me to take her 8 year old daughter on a fun uncle and niece lunch. As a good uncle should, I really wanted to introduce her to as authentic of an Italian restaurant as I could find in Silicon Valley. After doing my due diligence, I found an interesting prospect called Locanda Sorrento in Campbell. There are several other locations in Pleasanton, Danville, Lafayette and Brentwood. It turns out the founder Enzo Rosano is from Naples and his niece Annalise and her partner Rosa manage the Sorrento location. I made a reservation for two and let my sister know I had picked a place. The parking lot is quite small and tight. Only a handful of cars can park there when it's less busy. Otherwise you need to round the block in search of street parking. The exterior of the restaurant is bright blue and white with some nice touches such as the faux shutters and hanging flowers. As you enter, there is a large well-stocked bar that covers the entire width of the front half of the restaurant. There is also a dining area in the back half along with a larger private dining room for about 10 people. The inside of the restaurant feels lively and the staff is welcoming and friendly. My niece and I sat in the back dining area. With the initial bread, it was not your typical olive oil and dab of balsamic vinegar in a shallow plate. Locanda provided a tiny bowl of pesto, which was freshly blended with loads of garlic, grated cheese and basil. We couldn't get enough of it, it was addictive! We looked over the menu and ultimately decided to order the Gnocchi Sorrentina, a hearty dish with house made gnocchi in tomatoes, mozzarella, Parmesan and basil for my niece and I was curious enough to try the Trofie Al Pesto, slivers of pasta floating inside an ocean of glorious pesto. My niece enjoyed her gnocchi, although the portion size was too large for her. She gave it a valiant attempt, and ate as much as an 8 year old could. I was also struggling to finish my pesto pasta. It was quite delicious but consuming all of it was also a bit more than I could do. Large portion sizes is usually a plus for almost everyone but I try my best to finish a dish without taking it home. In subsequent trips, I found their Cacio e Pepe to be the highlight of their menu. The waiter rolls out a cart carrying a huge barrel of Parmesan Reggiano. They drop fresh pasta and sauce into the crater and excavate more cheese with a spoon. Then they get busy mixing and stirring the pasta, sauce and excavated cheese. By the time it gets plated and served, it is like a cheesetopia. One bite could whisk you away into Parmesan Elysium. The Fritto Misto aka fried calamari, Polpette meatballs and prosciutto with hearts of palm antipasti are all worth trying. I tried their Picanha cocktail and enjoyed the dark berry tartness and saltiness. They appear to have an extensive wine menu but I'm not really a wine person so I can't judge. My sister later told me that my niece really enjoyed the meal and experience. She also asked to have her next birthday dinner at Locanda Sorrento with our entire extended family. I was a proud uncle!

Carlos F

Delicious food, quality drinks and awesome service. From the host, servers and atmosphere, this is a gem in Campbell’s downtown. Mgr/owner? was very accommodating to some intolerances, and provided some alternatives to their dishes. High quality, made from scratch entrees and drinks were also high quality. The decor gives coastal Italy vibes. Would highly recommend this place.

Chris Savelle

The food is amazing and the people clearly take passion in it. The whole restaurant always has a great energy. Be ready to be wonderfully serenaded, sometimes in Italian. This is a must-visit every time I fly into the bay area.

Matea “Teya” Antonel

Locanda Sorrento in Campbell absolutely blew us away. Hands down, this was the best and most authentic Italian dining experience we’ve had in the entire county. From the moment we stepped inside, we felt transported. The vibe is warm, charming, and cozy. Just like a little trattoria you’d stumble upon in southern Italy. The staff are all originally from Napoli, greeted us in Italian, and made us feel like family. That hospitality, paired with the quality of the food, made for an unforgettable night. We started with the focaccia basket and an antipasto platter. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. For our entrées, we had the gnocchi and a ravioli dish with tiger prawns in a pink sauce. The gnocchi were light, pillowy, and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth. The ravioli was stuffed with crab and lobster and paired so perfectly with the sauce that we haven’t stopped thinking about it since. This meal was not only delicious, but my husband and I both agreed it was one of the best meals we’ve had in a very long time. We can’t wait to come back for our next special occasion. Grazie, Locanda Sorrento!

Michael Amendola

I live in NJ as we are the Capitol of Italian food., and travel the world for work. This place is absolutely amazing. Real authentic Italian food.

Mustafa Serwan

Lovely Italian place. The food and staff worth visiting. Make sure to ask for the bread. We had Insalita Liza and meatballs. The meatballs is big portions the steak was delicious and juicy. Lemon cake was delicious and high recommended

Carl Foisy

This little Italian restaurant is hella good. You can tell the food is super fresh and made with love. The staff was straight from Napoli and he was super friendly. We ordered a few different items including burrata, pizza, and a pasta dish they stirred together inside a wheel of Parmesan cheese….glad they are open Mondays :) …we’ll be back

bartika dutta

Fresh off a trip to Sorrento , the ambiance of this place made me feel that I had stepped right back into the Amalfi Coast. The ravioli di aragosta was rich, and had the flavor of fresh lobster 🦞 meat. The fettuccine boscaiola was a winner! The chocolate soufflé was dense, with an enjoyable rich flavor. The service was impeccable - friendly, attentive, with a lot of fun singing! Already planning my next visit - because who doesn’t want to relive a perfect Italian vacation over and over again? The chubby teddy bear with a lofty view, as part of Valentine’s Day celebrations, was an added bonus.

Altaf Rawoot

The wood fired pizza was awesome. Ambiance holiday lighting was perfect. The service was great. The staff person who sang Happy Birthday to other customer sang like a choir beautifully and was just amazing service from everyone. Loved this place. Absolutely loved it and will definitely be a regular here.

A friend and I celebrated her birthday dinner recently and had a great time. The decor and ambiance was lovely. We had wine, salads, pesto pasta and cacio e pepe which were all tasty (it was fun to watch them make the cacio e pepe tableside). Both desserts were delicious- we tried the tiramisu and lemon cake. The staff were watm, friendly and efficient. The highlight was having a waiter with a marvelous voice sing to my friend. I recommend reservations, it was hopping on a Saturday night. The final bill felt reasonable for everything we ordered and we took home leftovers too. Can’t wait to go back!

Yes operatic happy birthday song (impressive), yes a little loud inside. May have to try the cacio e pepe next time. My wife loved her lobster ravioli, my son loved his pizza, and the pesto pasta was fresh, al dente, and creamy with delicious accents of tomato and Parmesan crisps. Will have to return to sample more, especially the Secondi plates.

The food, decor, and service were all absolutely first-class. The appetiser of the day was a burratta and prosciutto salad which I loved, and our server Lorenzo was absolutely charming. My only complaint was that the base they use for their gluten-free pizza options is underwhelming (I assume a store-bought cauliflower base) and I would implore them to find a better option.

This is such an amazing Italian restaurant. They really put their heart and love into the food and the atmosphere. When we go, we tend to order a couple appetizers and a couple meals to share with the table because truly everything we have had has been wonderful. Our favorite appetizer to start is the brussels sprouts and any of the Barra dishes. The pesto they make in house with their handmade pasta is fantastic and can’t be missed.

Kristin Schaefer

This is such an amazing Italian restaurant. They really put their heart and love into the food and the atmosphere. When we go, we tend to order a couple appetizers and a couple meals to share with the table because truly everything we have had has been wonderful. Our favorite appetizer to start is the brussels sprouts and any of the Barra dishes. The pesto they make in house with their handmade pasta is fantastic and can’t be missed.

Marc Leone

Yes operatic happy birthday song (impressive), yes a little loud inside. May have to try the cacio e pepe next time. My wife loved her lobster ravioli, my son loved his pizza, and the pesto pasta was fresh, al dente, and creamy with delicious accents of tomato and Parmesan crisps. Will have to return to sample more, especially the Secondi plates.

Ben Clark

The food, decor, and service were all absolutely first-class. The appetiser of the day was a burratta and prosciutto salad which I loved, and our server Lorenzo was absolutely charming. My only complaint was that the base they use for their gluten-free pizza options is underwhelming (I assume a store-bought cauliflower base) and I would implore them to find a better option.

k k

A friend and I celebrated her birthday dinner recently and had a great time. The decor and ambiance was lovely. We had wine, salads, pesto pasta and cacio e pepe which were all tasty (it was fun to watch them make the cacio e pepe tableside). Both desserts were delicious- we tried the tiramisu and lemon cake. The staff were watm, friendly and efficient. The highlight was having a waiter with a marvelous voice sing to my friend. I recommend reservations, it was hopping on a Saturday night. The final bill felt reasonable for everything we ordered and we took home leftovers too. Can’t wait to go back!

From start to finish, the dining experience was fantastic. The appetizers arrived quickly and were perfectly portioned, so we enjoyed every bite without any waste. The service was excellent throughout the meal. We highly recommend the Brussels sprouts, bruschetta, and truffle fries to start, followed by the pasta and pizza. For dessert, the tiramisu and caramel panna cotta are absolute must-tries. Given the high quality of the food, the pricing felt very reasonable.

Cacio E Pepe pasta was a bit undercooked, but I like the fact that their pasta was homemade. They bring out a big cheese bowl and mix it before serving. Quite a nice show. Since there's a lot of cheese, it'a quite salty. Parmigiana pizza was quite nice and had a right amount cheese and tomato sauce, but I wish it was a bit hotter when served (they should service the pizza right out of oven rather than waiting for the other dish to be ready). Located at one end of Campbell downtown, parking may be a bit challenging and I highly recommend coming in early to find parking space. Reservation is recommended as this restaurant is popular.

Vijay

From start to finish, the dining experience was fantastic. The appetizers arrived quickly and were perfectly portioned, so we enjoyed every bite without any waste. The service was excellent throughout the meal. We highly recommend the Brussels sprouts, bruschetta, and truffle fries to start, followed by the pasta and pizza. For dessert, the tiramisu and caramel panna cotta are absolute must-tries. Given the high quality of the food, the pricing felt very reasonable.

Ki Eun Pyo

Cacio E Pepe pasta was a bit undercooked, but I like the fact that their pasta was homemade. They bring out a big cheese bowl and mix it before serving. Quite a nice show. Since there's a lot of cheese, it'a quite salty. Parmigiana pizza was quite nice and had a right amount cheese and tomato sauce, but I wish it was a bit hotter when served (they should service the pizza right out of oven rather than waiting for the other dish to be ready). Located at one end of Campbell downtown, parking may be a bit challenging and I highly recommend coming in early to find parking space. Reservation is recommended as this restaurant is popular.

Food was very mid. I ordered the Cacio e Pepe, they made it in a cheese block which looked like it wasn't maintained properly (there was mold on it) and the pasta had a weird cheese smell and taste. The margarita pizza was just OK. The place was very noisy, I think that was because the tables were placed very close to each other. Even though we had a reservation, we ended up waiting for more than 30 minutes.

Molly Ced

The experience started bad, being on time for your reservation means standing in the middle of the dining room for 5 minutes waiting for your table to be prepared while all the diners look on and wonder what is happening. With less than 4 inches between tables, you're practically eating with your next door neighbors. For the prices you expect average food. However, what you get is understated flavorless bruschetta, salad you have to cut yourself with only 6 leaves of butter lettuce, undercooked room temp cacio e Pepe that is a strain to chew, gluey flavorless gnocchi, and a slightly collapsed limoncello cake. The environment is so loud you have to scream to be heard and they opera sing happy birthday four times in your one hour stay. To wrap it all up, the waiter will rush you by giving you the check right after your first bite of dessert.