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Strings Italian Cafe

Italian · Jackson

4.4 · 509 reviews Google
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About Strings Italian Cafe

At Strings Italian Cafe, we serve up traditional Italian dishes that will transport you to the Tuscan countryside. Our menu features a range of crowd-pleasers, including our signature pizzas and homemade pastas. Guests rave about our cozy atmosphere, where soft lighting and warm decor make every mea...

At Strings Italian Cafe, we serve up traditional Italian dishes that will transport you to the Tuscan countryside. Our menu features a range of crowd-pleasers, including our signature pizzas and homemade pastas. Guests rave about our cozy atmosphere, where soft lighting and warm decor make every meal feel like a special occasion. Our friendly staff take pride in providing exceptional service, often going above and beyond to ensure every guest feels at home. With our Italian classics and welcoming ambiance, we're the perfect spot for families, friends, and date nights alike.

What Customers Say About Strings Italian Cafe

Strings Italian Cafe in Jackson receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, particularly for its excellent food and stellar service. The Pasta Sienna and Cioppino are highly recommended. Some reviewers mentioned inconsistent service or restroom design issues.

Popular Dishes

Pasta Sienna (3) Cioppino chicken parm Stuffed shells fried ravioli

Best For

Couples Groups Families Tourists Locals Celebrations

Tip: The Pasta Sienna is a must-try, and the endless bread with olive oil/balsamic dip is a highlight. Be aware that wait times can be long.

Features

📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 🥗 Vegetarian Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

Frequently asked questions about Strings Italian Cafe

Strings Italian Cafe is located at 11976 CA-88, Jackson, CA 95642, Jackson.
Strings Italian Cafe offers italian cuisine.
Strings Italian Cafe has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Strings Italian Cafe offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at Strings Italian Cafe based on customer reviews are: Pasta Sienna, Cioppino, chicken parm, Stuffed shells, fried ravioli.
Strings Italian Cafe is ideal for couples, groups, families, tourists, locals, celebrations.
Strings Italian Cafe in Jackson receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, particularly for its excellent food and stellar service. The Pasta Sienna and Cioppino are highly recommended. Some reviewers mentioned inconsistent service or restroom design issues.
The Pasta Sienna is a must-try, and the endless bread with olive oil/balsamic dip is a highlight. Be aware that wait times can be long.
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Strings Italian Cafe Jackson Reviews

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Patricia Finegan

Alison was amazing! She helped us put together a large group of over 30 for a celebration of life in a short period of time. She created a menu of select items that made it easy for such a large group. Im sure it was easier for the kitchen staff as well. Alison and the staff created a couple spaces in the large room for pictures and flowers. It was simple, yet special to our family. It was her favorite restaurant. So, that made it even better. Thank you Strings and staff.

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Kiki Reviews

I’ve been to other Strings Italian restaurants before and never had such a consistently positive experience than this one specifically. The area isn’t known for great service or food in general but this place doesn’t ever miss. The food is always incredible, service is fast and pleasant, and the atmosphere is relaxed—all aspects that are tough to find in this area, consistently. Give this one a shot even if you’ve been to a Strings before.

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Rameen Khalid

Had an amazing dinner here a few days ago. The service was quick and the food was great. I loved their house salad & bread. Pasta sienna is my favorite, the flavors are amazing!

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Laine Holman

We had a great experience the other night at Strings. Our server was super helpful in identifying any food that might have gluten in it so that I could avoid it, made a few accommodations for me, and was very attentive. The restaurant and bathroom were both very clean, And we were laughing over the 80s pop classical piano tunes playing! Thanks for providing gluten-free pasta… Didn’t think there would be anything at your restaurant that I could eat and there absolutely was!

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Courtney Bidel

Amazing food. I had the pasta sienna. Great services and the salad and bread was so fresh and delicious.

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Jessica D

What a wonderful place! My first time here and it was just outstanding service! Thank you Cody for going above and beyond! You really made it a great evening 🙂🙂🙂🙂

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Connie

Best $16 Cioppino I've ever had. It even comes with salad. Friendly and helpful service, comfortable seating and well decorated. Highly recommend.

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Sutapa Sarkar

I am posting while eating in here. The taste is amazing. The service was great as well, restrooms clean. What else could a traveler ask for?! Highly recommended!!

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Chris Lee

Food here is outstanding. The service is great.

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Joshua Carter

We stopped in here for lunch after a fun tour at the Kennedy Mine. Very nice place inside, great service, excellent food!

Patricia Finegan
Patricia Finegan

Alison was amazing! She helped us put together a large group of over 30 for a celebration of life in a short period of time. She created a menu of select items that made it easy for such a large group. Im sure it was easier for the kitchen staff as well. Alison and the staff created a couple spaces in the large room for pictures and flowers. It was simple, yet special to our family. It was her favorite restaurant. So, that made it even better. Thank you Strings and staff.

Kiki Reviews
Kiki Reviews

I’ve been to other Strings Italian restaurants before and never had such a consistently positive experience than this one specifically. The area isn’t known for great service or food in general but this place doesn’t ever miss. The food is always incredible, service is fast and pleasant, and the atmosphere is relaxed—all aspects that are tough to find in this area, consistently. Give this one a shot even if you’ve been to a Strings before.

Courtney Bidel
Courtney Bidel

Amazing food. I had the pasta sienna. Great services and the salad and bread was so fresh and delicious.

Rameen Khalid
Rameen Khalid

Had an amazing dinner here a few days ago. The service was quick and the food was great. I loved their house salad & bread. Pasta sienna is my favorite, the flavors are amazing!

Laine Holman
Laine Holman

We had a great experience the other night at Strings. Our server was super helpful in identifying any food that might have gluten in it so that I could avoid it, made a few accommodations for me, and was very attentive. The restaurant and bathroom were both very clean, And we were laughing over the 80s pop classical piano tunes playing! Thanks for providing gluten-free pasta… Didn’t think there would be anything at your restaurant that I could eat and there absolutely was!

Jessica D
Jessica D

What a wonderful place! My first time here and it was just outstanding service! Thank you Cody for going above and beyond! You really made it a great evening 🙂🙂🙂🙂

Connie
Connie

Best $16 Cioppino I've ever had. It even comes with salad. Friendly and helpful service, comfortable seating and well decorated. Highly recommend.

Sutapa Sarkar
Sutapa Sarkar

I am posting while eating in here. The taste is amazing. The service was great as well, restrooms clean. What else could a traveler ask for?! Highly recommended!!

Chris Lee
Chris Lee

Food here is outstanding. The service is great.

Joshua Carter
Joshua Carter

We stopped in here for lunch after a fun tour at the Kennedy Mine. Very nice place inside, great service, excellent food!

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Amber Graham

This is a very long over due review. Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants, and I'm pretty picky lol. I go here at lease once a month after grocery shopping and they Never disappoint! The food is always fresh, hot, and delicious. Customer service is above amazing, ALWAYS!! The restaurant is clean and they make you feel welcomed as soon as you walk through the door. I do want to give Alyssa a shout out!! Hands down one of my favorite waitresses!! You're the best!!

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Kayla Flowers

The food was wonderful, I would tell anybody to get the pasta sienna, oh my was it delicious. I might even go just for the endless bread and olive/balsamic dip, such great bread! We purchased 2 bottles of wine that are locally sourced and LOTS of food. The most memorable part of our dining experience was the staff, shame on me for not getting any names. We first spoke to the bartender and he was so sweet and helpful, then our waiter was beyond expectations for this day and age. They love what they do and treat people like family, we felt so comfortable with all of them. Thank you for such a great job, we were there meeting relatives for the very first time so it was nerve-wracking, I cant thank you enough for making the situation easy. We will come back and see you all again! P.S. thank you for topping off my soup to take home and the extra bread, it made a great lunch the next day! And thank you for the birthday ice cream for both my son and I, such a cherry-on-top.

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E K

Stellar service and generous portions. Best chicken parm I've had in a long time. Stuffed shells like grandma used to make. And fried ravioli? How can I say no?

Kayla Flowers
Kayla Flowers

The food was wonderful, I would tell anybody to get the pasta sienna, oh my was it delicious. I might even go just for the endless bread and olive/balsamic dip, such great bread! We purchased 2 bottles of wine that are locally sourced and LOTS of food. The most memorable part of our dining experience was the staff, shame on me for not getting any names. We first spoke to the bartender and he was so sweet and helpful, then our waiter was beyond expectations for this day and age. They love what they do and treat people like family, we felt so comfortable with all of them. Thank you for such a great job, we were there meeting relatives for the very first time so it was nerve-wracking, I cant thank you enough for making the situation easy. We will come back and see you all again! P.S. thank you for topping off my soup to take home and the extra bread, it made a great lunch the next day! And thank you for the birthday ice cream for both my son and I, such a cherry-on-top.

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E K

Stellar service and generous portions. Best chicken parm I've had in a long time. Stuffed shells like grandma used to make. And fried ravioli? How can I say no?

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MOE JARADAT

Easy to find, plenty of parking spaces, nice and friendly staff. The food tasted just as if it came out of a can. Alfredo sauce was less desirable. Lasagna was ok. The blood orange margarita was way too sweetheart, coolaid sweet. There is not much alcohol in it. I'm not sure if it will be my choice when in town next time.

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Deeeneese

Dined in on may 19/21. Great service but the food has been better in the past.The food Looked fantastic just not as tasty as I remember. The artichoke dip recipe has changed hence the four stars.No reservations are being taken....wait times at these restaurants are upwards an hour.....so plan to go early they open at 3pm and close at 8. I will def be back and I hope they switch the dip recipe back. Oh don't forget to ASK for the bread and vinegar and oil it's divine

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Joe Murray

This was my first visit to Strings. I love the service and the food, the only thing keeping me from giving this location a 5☆ is the design of the men's restroom. When the door opens, everyone has a direct line of sight to anyone using the urinal which is way uncool if your the one using it or rhe victim of having to see it while eating.

MOE JARADAT
MOE JARADAT

Easy to find, plenty of parking spaces, nice and friendly staff. The food tasted just as if it came out of a can. Alfredo sauce was less desirable. Lasagna was ok. The blood orange margarita was way too sweetheart, coolaid sweet. There is not much alcohol in it. I'm not sure if it will be my choice when in town next time.

Deeeneese
Deeeneese

Dined in on may 19/21. Great service but the food has been better in the past.The food Looked fantastic just not as tasty as I remember. The artichoke dip recipe has changed hence the four stars.No reservations are being taken....wait times at these restaurants are upwards an hour.....so plan to go early they open at 3pm and close at 8. I will def be back and I hope they switch the dip recipe back. Oh don't forget to ASK for the bread and vinegar and oil it's divine

Joe Murray
Joe Murray

This was my first visit to Strings. I love the service and the food, the only thing keeping me from giving this location a 5☆ is the design of the men's restroom. When the door opens, everyone has a direct line of sight to anyone using the urinal which is way uncool if your the one using it or rhe victim of having to see it while eating.

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Heman Perdomo

Nice restaurant; the food had very little flavor. But customer service was great.

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Julia GUDYAEVA

The food is not so tasty compare to other Italian restaurants. It doesn’t have a taste of Italy! The customer service is awesome!

Julia GUDYAEVA
Julia GUDYAEVA

The food is not so tasty compare to other Italian restaurants. It doesn’t have a taste of Italy! The customer service is awesome!

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Keith Westfall

My wife loves a particular dish at this restaurant and that's the only reason I bring myself to dine here. The atmosphere is OK and is the best this restaurant can offer in it's 3 categories. The service is inconsistent. I say this because it's the truth. We have had wonderful waitresses and we have had some that are horrible. What makes it worse is when they get retaliatory in a passive aggressive manor. If you call them out they will gaslight you, so it can be rather annoying. I'm on a special diet and I ordered water for my beverage and once that was established the servers face immediately changed to sour. The Salad bowl was less than half full and the bread is served as 1 piece cut into quarters. They usually offer olive oil and balsamic vinegar, spiced up for dipping and sometimes butter, but not for the patrons that order water tonight. My wife complained about the bread not being fresh or warm and that meant no more bread for us. I ordered the special; Chicken Parmesan and my wife the Pasta Sienna. My dinner was OK, despite the peppers served with the zucchini being more on the raw side than the cooked. My wife likes it spicy so to sprinkle extra curry they snuck in a charge of $2.00 Seriously.... My meal was very close to what I can find at Denny's and the cheapest item on the menu is a $19.99 Spaghetti. I think when a meal costs $24.00 it would be ok to sprinkle some spice for free. But I get it.... Everything costs.... Just ask the waiter about his tip being $2.00 lighter. It's unfair to rate a restaurant when I've had great service, but I've also been served a duck when one wasn't ordered. Get rid of the ducks and train your servers to serve and not pander because your food is just as inconsistent and lacks the Italian quality that insults those that work hard to make Italian cuisine desired.

Keith Westfall
Keith Westfall

My wife loves a particular dish at this restaurant and that's the only reason I bring myself to dine here. The atmosphere is OK and is the best this restaurant can offer in it's 3 categories. The service is inconsistent. I say this because it's the truth. We have had wonderful waitresses and we have had some that are horrible. What makes it worse is when they get retaliatory in a passive aggressive manor. If you call them out they will gaslight you, so it can be rather annoying. I'm on a special diet and I ordered water for my beverage and once that was established the servers face immediately changed to sour. The Salad bowl was less than half full and the bread is served as 1 piece cut into quarters. They usually offer olive oil and balsamic vinegar, spiced up for dipping and sometimes butter, but not for the patrons that order water tonight. My wife complained about the bread not being fresh or warm and that meant no more bread for us. I ordered the special; Chicken Parmesan and my wife the Pasta Sienna. My dinner was OK, despite the peppers served with the zucchini being more on the raw side than the cooked. My wife likes it spicy so to sprinkle extra curry they snuck in a charge of $2.00 Seriously.... My meal was very close to what I can find at Denny's and the cheapest item on the menu is a $19.99 Spaghetti. I think when a meal costs $24.00 it would be ok to sprinkle some spice for free. But I get it.... Everything costs.... Just ask the waiter about his tip being $2.00 lighter. It's unfair to rate a restaurant when I've had great service, but I've also been served a duck when one wasn't ordered. Get rid of the ducks and train your servers to serve and not pander because your food is just as inconsistent and lacks the Italian quality that insults those that work hard to make Italian cuisine desired.

elzie pruett
elzie pruett

Got food poisoning!! We eat hear as a last resort because it seems like we can only go out to eat on a Monday or a Tuesday and the other 2 Italian restaurants in the county are either closed of closes their kitchen an hour before they actually close. So we ate here on Tuesday the 27th of May at 7:30 ish, it was my wife's birthday She ordered a pasta of some sort she said it was wonderful, I ordered the pan fried ravioli which I only ate 2 of they tasted fine I just felt full after eating 3 bowls of their seafood bisque and 3 pieces of bread which is usually my highlight of eating here, we ordered our desert to go and left. We got home and an hour and a half later I felt more full and sick, I promptly projectile vomited for an hour and felt sick most of yesterday as well needless to say I threw the leftovers away. What a waste of over $100 that night was.

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Fancy Leatherman

We were sat at our table. Received our water and placed order for the all you can eat soup and salad. The salad was very flat and plain, the soup had about 3 peice of zucchini and 2 beans and a peice of pasta the rest was broth and the bread was not even warm. When got 2nd on soup it had only 2 peices of zucchini. I found it odd that they take the bowls we ate out of back to the kitchen and added soup to them. I won't think the health department would approve of that. We wait for more bread for the broth in the bowls considering that's pretty much what you get. We waited and waited he finally showed up I asked about more bread and he said it's in the oven. By then we were done he had already brought our check. He then brought out a little brown bag with 3 peice of bread as we were getting up to leave. We had the same service last time by him. We thought we would give it a 2nd chance and nope. Definitely won't get a 3rd chance won't be returning.

Fancy Leatherman
Fancy Leatherman

We were sat at our table. Received our water and placed order for the all you can eat soup and salad. The salad was very flat and plain, the soup had about 3 peice of zucchini and 2 beans and a peice of pasta the rest was broth and the bread was not even warm. When got 2nd on soup it had only 2 peices of zucchini. I found it odd that they take the bowls we ate out of back to the kitchen and added soup to them. I won't think the health department would approve of that. We wait for more bread for the broth in the bowls considering that's pretty much what you get. We waited and waited he finally showed up I asked about more bread and he said it's in the oven. By then we were done he had already brought our check. He then brought out a little brown bag with 3 peice of bread as we were getting up to leave. We had the same service last time by him. We thought we would give it a 2nd chance and nope. Definitely won't get a 3rd chance won't be returning.

Lee Rust
Lee Rust

What a disappointing experience. The food was decent, but the service was terrible. It probably just depends on which server you get. The dark haired server seemed ok, but unfortunately we got the young blonde one. Completely inattentive and SLOW. Had to ask and wait for drink refills. Extreme delay waiting for the salad. Asked for a salad refill and it never came. When I mentioned that later she said she got busy. The place was almost empty. But the worst part is we went there for my daughter’s fifth birthday. She wore a special dress, sash, and crown. Zero recognition of her birthday from the staff. Instead of waiting for the sever to be my cashier I used the QR code on the receipt to pay which went smoothly until we got to our car and were LITERALLY chased down by the manager who thought we left without paying. Holy crap what a disappointment. NEVER GOING BACK THERE!!!!

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🍽️ Lunch
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🥗 Vegetarian Options
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11AM-8PM
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People typically spend 45 min to 1.5 hr here
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+1 209-223-7874
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