Alto Gusto, nestled in Gravesend, is quickly becoming a local favorite for authentic Italian cuisine. Located at 32 Windmill St, this independent restaurant has garnered glowing reviews from patrons eager to share their delightful experiences. Reviewers praise the "fantastic service" and "lovely atmosphere" that Alto Gusto provides. Amelia described her visit as “absolutely amazing,” highlighting the perfectly cooked food and friendly staff. The restaurant's ambiance is equally commendable; diners, like S Y, appreciated the calm and peaceful setting, enhanced by a carefully curated playlist that complements the dining experience. The menu showcases a variety of authentic dishes, with standouts such as the hand-stretched “Napoli” pizza, described by W W Howe as a flavorful combination of anchovies and capers. The attention to detail is evident, as patrons noted the ideal pizza base and fresh ingredients that make every bite memorable. Many guests, including Lisha Ryan, expressed their intention to return, calling Alto Gusto a "hidden gem" worth visiting. With reasonable prices and generous portion sizes, it’s evident why this establishment is set to become a staple for both locals and travelers seeking a taste of Italy.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves food
Has free water refills
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Alto Gusto
Amelia
Jun 28,2025
We’ve driven past Alto Gusto a few times & finally decided to try it tonight, the food was absolutely amazing! Everything we ordered was cooked perfectly & the staff were really lovely too. We sat on the tables out the front in the sunshine was gorgeous! Will definitely be returning soon, thank you:)
W W Howe
Jun 27,2025
Independent Italian restaurant in Gravesend,Kent. Pleasant surroundings and comfortable seating. I found my food both tasty and authentic. A lovely hand stretched "Napoli" pizza with Anchovies and capers creating a great taste combination. The restaurant exceeded my expectations and I would gladly return.
S Y
May 17,2025
We were exploring Gravesend and decided to try this restaurant. Lovely calm and peaceful atmosphere. Warm decor. Music not too loud which was very ideal. A lovely background music added to the chilled vibe. The staff were very friendly, welcoming and kind. Attentive yet not intrusive. Nice balance, to check you have everything you need and yet they gave you time and space to enjoy the dining experience. The food was very good. Can't get more authentic Italian pizza's here! Highly recommend! The pizza base was ideal, not too hard to cut through unlike some pizza establishments. Just enough bite, not too thick or thin. We ordered a garlic mushroom to share for sides. Very fragrant and a good balance of seasoning. Just. The pizza came out lovely and hot, perfect! Fresh ingredients and I really enjoyed the aubergines on the pizza. I had the vegetarian pizza and my husband had the pepperoni pizza I will definitely visit again, but next time with my family and friends to enjoy together. Menus presented were clean, clean crisp table linen and clean utensil. Not sticky or dirty. Drinks served in glasses were nice and clean too. No dirty residue from washing. I personally found the price to be very reasonable. Decent portion size, friendly and helpful staff and overall the experience has been very pleasant indeed. Thank you so much for a lovely dinning experience.
Lisha Ryan
May 5,2025
It was our first visit to this beautiful restaurant this weekend and it certainly won't be our last. The staff and service was fantastic from the moment we all arrived and the food tasted delicious, please don't hesitate to visit this hidden gem you won't be disappointed. We have already reserved a table for a return visit in December.
Juliet Taylor
Apr 24,2025
Today was our first visit to Alto Gusto for a late lunch - we were so impressed with the delicious food, great service and value for money. Everything was cooked to perfection and came in good portion sizes. Our waitress was excellent - friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this lovely restaurant.
Layla Rawson
Mar 23,2025
We have now been to Alto Gusto twice and we have been blown away with the food and service. A special mention to Serge. He is the most attentive, warm and welcoming waiter with extensive knowledge of the fantastic menu. I could not recommend this restaurant enough! Rome, who?
Kai Ying
Mar 22,2025
Very nice Italian restaurant. The food is great, the staffs are very friendly. I've been there a couple of times with family. Highly recommended.
Nicho Offor
Mar 16,2025
Great restaurant, service & meal. Easy to book online on Google as well as modify the time (as we were running a bit late). My partner and I came here for a birthday meal and wer3 pleasantly surprised about how delicious the food was. Starters were great, especially the prawns - they came in a beautiful sauce. The wine selection was great and well described on the menu. We had lasagna and the seafood Linguini and both were amazing. I would definitely recommend and we'll be coming back often in the future.
Reviews For Alto Gusto