Russo's Italian Kitchen - Cypress

Pros: The calamari, calzone, and salads were all excellent. The calamari was served hot and crisp, avoiding the rubbery texture I've encountered elsewhere. The calzone was generously stuffed and tasted fantastic, while the salads were fresh and of a nice portion size. Cons: Unfortunately, the pizza was not up to par. The dough was tough and difficult to chew, the toppings were minimal, and the oversized individual slices were nearly burned. Additionally, we were not informed that an automatic gratuity would be added to our check for our party of eight. As a result, a couple of the checks in our group ended up with double tips. While the service was adequate, it certainly didn’t justify a $20 tip on a $50 bill. Several times we had to get our own drink refills, and we had to search for the waitress on two occasions to request to-go boxes and the check. On both instances, she was at the front with other servers, chatting in the bar area. We received minimal acknowledgment when we arrived and no thank you as we left. Overall, I feel the meal did not provide value for the money we spent.

I visited this restaurant for dinner, and the food was fantastic! The mozzarella fritti was tasty, but the truffle oil garlic knots were out of this world! We also ordered a calzone and a pepperoni pizza, and everything was delicious. It was our first visit, even though we pass by it frequently, and I can't believe we've been missing out for so long. This place would also make a great spot for lunch, especially since they offer large single slices of pizza!

The service food was good. The waitstaff could have been a little more attentive friendlier. We had to get our drink refills. No one bother to ask how our food was, nor were we acknowledged when we left. Like thanks for coming in or acknowledging us for choosing to eat there. They need to show some appreciation to their customers. Also they chose to add their own tip percentage, that should be left up to the customer.

Unacceptable! Do not go to this restaurant. I ordered a calzone with ricotta, meatballs and pepperoni. I got green peppers, onions and sausage. It was disappointing to say the least. Look at the picture at the way the pizza was cut. Barely edible. Will never go here again.

Made the mistake of walking in at 7:45 we were quickly informed they close at 8. We asked if we could get a to go order cashier said no problem took our order of 2 Pappardelle Primavera w added chicken to go. Happily took our credit card charged us 47 dollars and change and 15 minutes later our order was wrapped up and ready to go. We get home and we open our order of chicken, grease, fettuccine and chewy old noodles. We tried to order healthy got sent home w garbage. With all the other options available in Cypress I suggest you try them first!