
il Sapore Restaurant
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About il Sapore Restaurant
On Gerard St in Wigan, il Sapore Restaurant is a family-run Italian restaurant at number 36 that is set up to host large parties. The menu runs from pasta and pizza to steak, fish and chicken, with several vegetarian dishes alongside. Staff mark birthdays and anniversaries at the table, so groups gathering for a celebration are looked after as part of the visit. Gluten free dishes are available for guests who need them.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Parking
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tiramisu, pasta, pizza and garlic bread.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tiramisu, pasta, pizza and garlic bread.
Customer Review Summary
Pasta draws the most praise at il Sapore, with reviewers calling it the best they have had, and the tiramisu is named repeatedly as a highlight or "next level". Close behind are the pizza and Italian garlic bread, along with mussels, calamari and garlic mushrooms described as excellent and generously proportioned. One diner singles out the vegetables served with a chicken dish as something special. Service is the other consistent theme, with staff called friendly, attentive and lovely, and a family run feel mentioned. Reviewers describe a large party handled smoothly for a surprise birthday, a solo diner welcomed late in the evening, and a family of four found seats on a busy Saturday without a booking. Prices are called competitive, and one reviewer notes food arriving quickly. No recurring complaints appear. Several reviewers close on small gestures, including a free anniversary dessert and pizzas shaped like hearts.
Customer Review Summary
Pasta draws the most praise at il Sapore, with reviewers calling it the best they have had, and the tiramisu is named repeatedly as a highlight or "next level". Close behind are the pizza and Italian garlic bread, along with mussels, calamari and garlic mushrooms described as excellent and generously proportioned. One diner singles out the vegetables served with a chicken dish as something special. Service is the other consistent theme, with staff called friendly, attentive and lovely, and a family run feel mentioned. Reviewers describe a large party handled smoothly for a surprise birthday, a solo diner welcomed late in the evening, and a family of four found seats on a busy Saturday without a booking. Prices are called competitive, and one reviewer notes food arriving quickly. No recurring complaints appear. Several reviewers close on small gestures, including a free anniversary dessert and pizzas shaped like hearts.
Featured reviews
- Laura Dixon
“Couldn't fault a thing, food and service amazing. All staff are lovely but the young lad who is just starting a levels at college is a credit to your restaurant. Both of our meals were delicious, the veg with my chicken was something special... I need the recipe!!! Tiramisu also a highlight. Would not hesitate to go back, thank you for a lovely evening.”
- Andy Bentham
“Honestly the best Italian food I’ve ever had! The staff are so lovely and attentive. Competitively priced. Love it”
- Helen Godfrey
“We were looking for somewhere to eat having been at Haydock park and found this place. Amazing pizza and their Italian garlic bread is also fabulous. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend!”
- Lacie Golden
“Thought we’d be a bit cheeky and ask for a free dessert as it’s our anniversary😂 Not only did they throw in a free dessert but our pizzas came in the shape of a heart! Constantly going above and beyond, lovely people and as always lovely food. Thank you!”
- Eva Edelston
“Had a fantastic experience here! The food was absolutely delicious. The service was top notch too! The staff were friendly, attentive and made us feel really welcome throughout. We came as a large group for a surprise birthday meal and the restaurant handled everything brilliantly. Considering the size of our party, everything ran smoothly and the staff couldn’t have been more organised and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Family ran business, Italian and authentic We cater large parties for every celebration. Our menu offers a wide range of dishes pasta, pizza’s, steak, fish, chicken and many vegetarian options. Gluten free available.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
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- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Offerings· 6
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Parking· 1
- Parking
- Dining options· 6
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Romantic
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
Italian restaurants near il Sapore Restaurant
- Verona Kitchen & Bar4.39662.2 mi£20–30
live singer performances, espresso martinis, salmon tagliatelle
- Francos4.58614 mi£20–30
garlic bread with mozzarella, trio of bruschetta, chicken stroganoff
- 4 mi£20–50
garlic bread with cheese, spaghetti polpette, large portion sizes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| il Sapore Restaurant | 4.7237 | — | £20–30 | tiramisu, pasta, pizza |
| Verona Kitchen & Bar | 4.3966 | 2.2 mi | £20–30 | live singer performances, espresso martinis, salmon tagliatelle |
| Francos | 4.5861 | 4 mi | £20–30 | garlic bread with mozzarella, trio of bruschetta, chicken stroganoff |
| Divino Italian Restaurant Wigan | 4.7435 | 4 mi | £20–50 | garlic bread with cheese, spaghetti polpette, large portion sizes |
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