Al Castello in Salem

The ambiance was to my liking. We had reserved a table for four. We were greeted warmly and shown to our table. Our drink order was taken promptly and arrived shortly thereafter. We ordered two tagliatelle with shrimp and two lasagnas. The pasta dish was delicious. The lasagna, however, was not. It seemed to consist only of cheese, smothering the lasagna base and the meat sauce. A spoon was provided, but it was unnecessary as there was practically no sauce. We suggest the chef reconsider his recipe to maintain the authentic Italian flair. The service was good and attentive. The pizzas and dishes served at the other tables looked appealing, so we wouldn't rule out returning.

We were at Al Castello today under the new management. Everything was already great under the previous owner, and they've continued in exactly the same vein. Friendly staff, delicious food, very short wait times, and generous portions. We'll definitely be back. If anyone has anything to complain about, I really don't know what to say. Keep up the great work!

Delicious food, authentic Italian cuisine, and very friendly service. The pasta was a particular highlight – highly recommended!

Delicious food and attentive service... I'd love to come back again.

Classic "Italian", under new owner since April 2025

We recently visited Al Castello and were absolutely thrilled. From the appetizer to the dessert, everything was excellent, and the service was also very attentive. I highly recommend it to everyone, and we will definitely be back.

By far the best pizza around. Super friendly staff. Highly recommended!

I love going to Italian restaurants because Italian cuisine always has something to offer that delights. And this time we weren't mistaken; we went to the Italian restaurant Al Castello for dinner. It's beautiful, the service is fantastic, and the food was a delight. I had the chance to try the calamari with a large salad. The preparation was incredibly good and it tasted delicious. I congratulate the chefs on their excellent taste, because that's what determines whether guests return. The service is also very attentive, which is very important to me. That's why my family and I will definitely visit this restaurant again. Thank you for the wonderful dinner and see you soon🫠🤗👋🤌

Visiting a heartfelt guest!!! We were completely thrilled with this fantastic restaurant! The friendly and welcoming nature of the team put us at ease from the moment we arrived. The service was attentive without being intrusive, and you immediately notice that the food here is truly passionate about its work. The cuisine is simply superb – every dish arrived fresh, lovingly prepared, and of outstanding quality. The value for money is absolutely spot on; we not only felt well-fed, but truly pampered. We therefore find it all the more difficult to understand how anyone could write anything negative here – we had the same dish as mentioned in a previous review and were more than satisfied. One thing is certain: We'd love to come back… A place you'll return to with joy!

After the meal, WE were hungry. The portions were very small. You had to hunt for the fish in the pasta dish, so little. But for that, it was far too expensive. Apparently, there's been a change of management.

I was invited by friends to this restaurant, and I must say it really surprised me, so much so that I returned! I had the pleasure of trying the Carbonara! A hearty and flavorful dish, prepared with great care. The pasta was cooked to perfection, the creamy sauce was velvety, and every ingredient was perfectly blended without overpowering the other flavors! The presentation was beautiful, with attention to detail and served with such elegance that it made you want to try it! Last but not least, the service was quick and organized, despite the restaurant being packed! The staff were smiling and welcoming! The owners are always very courteous and do their job with professionalism and, above all, passion!

This restaurant is highly recommended for anyone who appreciates authentic Italian cuisine. Four of us dined, and we all received our food at the same time. Cosmi is also a particularly funny server who always put a smile on our faces. The new owners are also truly warm people. All in all, a lovely Italian restaurant with delicious food.

It's a shame: after a change of ownership and chef, we are very disappointed and have removed this restaurant from our list. While everyone is very nice, the food is at best simple pizzeria quality. And ultimately, it's all about the food.

Best food, best service, best atmosphere. Recommend as much as possible

Very cool atmosphere here , the food is perfetto👌🏻😁

Five of us went there because we wanted to try the pizzeria based on the good reviews. Unfortunately, I have to agree with the previous reviews. We waited half an hour for drinks and another three-quarters of an hour for the food. The pasta dishes were good, but the pizzas either had a garlicky flavor or no flavor at all. The ingredients were just "thrown" onto the pizzas. The staff seemed overwhelmed and uncoordinated. There's potential, but it's not being utilized.

This is my first time at this restaurant, and I have to compliment you. We were greeted by the owner, Alessandro, with great courtesy. We hadn't booked and the place was packed, but they found us a table in five minutes. We had an Italian appetizer... all fresh and typical Italian products. I work in the food industry, and I can assure you the food was fantastic. The paccheri with swordfish and zucchini were fantastic. In the restaurant, you breathe in the Italian air and smell the typical aromas of Mediterranean cuisine. If you have the chance, don't miss this opportunity! Come to this restaurant, ask for Alessandro, and let him recommend you enjoy authentic Italian cuisine. Lastly, the prices are fair, and you can enjoy a good wine at a great price.

Top-notch service, top-notch ambiance ("real" Italian and not that Italian gimmick...), good to very good food; better quality than the previous owner... only the espresso didn't come with water or a biscuit, but the taste was excellent. The location is highly recommended. Addendum: Now they also serve biscuits with the espresso; the tiramisu is stunning (finally one with mascarpone, as it should be, and not just whipped cream), and the spaghetti carbonara is absolutely top-notch.

As an Italian, I had a great time, thanks in part to the owners' hospitality, who readily embraced the Italian language. Excellent cuisine for those who want to experience Italian flavors even outside of Italy.

Congratulations🥰 We had a really good time

Unfortunately, there's one less good restaurant in Salem. The food was okay, but the owner's arrogance was hard to beat. His service also leaves a lot to be desired. Definitely not comparable to the previous owner, who was always friendly and had excellent service staff. We won't be coming back.

The service and spaghetti marinara were top-notch, with freshly cooked mussels and seafood in a delicate, aromatic sauce.

I went there for lunch with my family on Sunday. I've never had such good carbonara in my life. We'll be back soon.

We've been enjoying our visit for over 10 years. Everything was perfect back then, from the waitress to the service. Unfortunately, we didn't know that the owner had changed. We had to wait a long time for drinks and the main course. After an hour of waiting, my son and I went to the counter and asked when the food would arrive. The owner called me back and told me to be patient. How dare I complain! We had to clear the starter plates ourselves! Drinks had been forgotten. My son went to the counter again and asked about it. He was immediately insulted by the Romanian employee, calling him "Vaffanculo!" We know very well what that means! It's a complete disgrace that guests are insulted. We certainly won't be coming again!

We've been patrons of this (formerly) best pizzeria in Salem for many years. Without knowing that the owner had changed, we immediately noticed that something had changed (unfortunately for the worse) when it came to service. When the restaurant is relatively busy, the food can take a bit longer, but we even experienced an unusually long wait for drinks. While credit cards had previously been accepted without any problems, they suddenly stopped working (they only accepted debit cards). I'm afraid we'll have to look for another regular pizzeria, WHAT A BAD PITY!!!

The vegetarian pizza was rather tasteless (perhaps it could be seasoned better or used more garlic; peppers and corn also add more flavor). The salad was served with ready-made dressing. Service was friendly.

This was our second visit to this restaurant in a long time, as we had fond memories of our first visit. However, things have changed for the worse: long wait times and mediocre food. Unfortunately, it's a far cry from the first visit.

With a heavy heart, I have to agree with the bad reviews. Since the old owner is no longer there, the food has deteriorated considerably. I was there again today with my wife, my son, and my mother. We are regulars. The last time we were there was in April this year for my wedding. Before I moved away from Salem, we even went there at least once a month. The carbonara has become really bad compared to before. I also think the portion is much too small for the price. In April, it was firstly cheaper and secondly larger and tasted much better. I always ate carbonara there because I always found it delicious, but today's was a real disappointment. As I said, the portion was much too small and much too expensive for the size. The small mixed salad with the homemade sauce used to be better. There used to be a lot more sauce on it, but now it's really stingy. The bread you always get with the salad used to be a thousand times better. Then to the waitress who served us. It was actually quite okay. I've had worse, but when I wanted to pay my bill, I told the waitress that I wanted to pay for the iced coffee in cash and the rest by card. The iced coffee costs €6.90 I gave her €7 and the waitress simply kept the 10 cents that I should have gotten back. That's just not acceptable. I mean, if you say it's true then fine, but I don't think it's okay to just keep it. It was only 10 cents, but if you have some decency you give it back to your guest. I waited a moment to see if she would realize that. Her reaction was simply that she looked at me and said, "Bye, have a nice evening," but it was as if she was thinking, "Now just get out of here and leave me alone, what more do you want from me?" This is just not acceptable. Make sure the old owners come back, otherwise I'm really pessimistic and everyone will go to the new pizzeria by the castle lake, and the al castello will unfortunately go under.

We enjoyed excellent food and great service here yesterday. Please keep up the good work! See you again tonight!

Very delicious food and always friendly service! We'll be back.

Excellent cuisine, highly recommended.

This Italian restaurant used to be one of my favorite places. Authentic food, friendly service, and a pleasant, family-friendly atmosphere. But since the change of ownership, everything has gone downhill. The food is mediocre at best, and the quality has declined significantly. The service is much worse: The waiter at the bar, in particular, is extremely rude and seems annoyed, as if guests were just a chore. Friendliness and attentiveness? None of that. It's a shame about what this restaurant once was. I definitely won't be coming back—and unfortunately, I can't recommend it anymore.

Our girls' group always enjoy coming here. It's very friendly and the food is great.

The pizza was delicious. Even better than the previous owner's. I've always been satisfied at Al Castello and I still recommend it. I can't understand the other reviewers' criticism.

Very tasty and attractively priced, we'll be happy to come again when we're in the area :)

So, unfortunately, I can no longer recommend this pizzeria after the change of ownership! There were only two tables outside occupied, including us, and it took over an hour for our pizzas to arrive. What was the owner's response? "Sorry, but our staff needed to take a break and eat something first?" Why can't they do that beforehand when they're closed? The salad dressing was a ready-made sauce from the supermarket, totally sweet and inedible. The pizza was also rock hard, so the crusts were completely ruined, unfortunately...The taste was so-so; I've had much better!

Definitely, very good food, friendly service, almost like "la Mama" Update: May Unfortunately, the pizzas are no longer good, the dough has changed, only minimal toppings are used, and card payments no longer work after the change 😳☹️😥 Unfortunately, things have changed for the worse since the beginning of May. What a shame, a real shame, we always (!!) loved going there and were extremely satisfied. Hopefully, they'll change their minds again 😳🤔

Okay, that was an experience, but let's leave it up to you what kind. It started strong but then declined sharply. There were two of us dining together, and the vitello tonnato was very tasty. The salad della casa was OK. Large and varied with good ham. BUT the basic yogurt dressing was quite bland... not bad. What was bad was the seasonal pizza from the daily special with green asparagus and salmon. It was inedible and 75% of it was returned. When the waiter asked us if everything was okay, I said, "Well, it's okay, the pizza doesn't taste good." That scared our waiter away, and he never came to our table again. His colleague had to take the blame and offered us espresso or dessert on the house, but we politely declined. Anyway, in the end, we sat there for an hour while all the staff avoided taking our money even though they were supposed to be off work. I went in and asked if we could pay, and then they took pity on us and gave us the bill. The pizza misery we didn't eat was charged at 100%. Thanks for that, too bad. It could have been nice. Maybe next time...

This restaurant was recommended to us, and our friends were right. The pizza was delicious, although prepared differently than usual. We also saw what other guests were eating, and it looked good, too. The service was very friendly and attentive, AND they were Italian. It's so great to finally visit an Italian restaurant where the local language is spoken. I can also recommend this restaurant.

Unfortunately, it no longer has anything to do with the Al Castello run by its previous owners. We ate there today and unfortunately had to wait two hours for our food. None of the actually friendly service staff apologized for it. It wasn't so busy that it was immediately obvious to us that it would take longer. The pasta was okay, the pizza was good. Unfortunately, the food didn't arrive at the same time, and we had to point out several times that the food was still missing. We then had to say we wanted to pay four times, and the whole process took another 30 minutes because it simply became very complicated. Instead of issuing a total bill and adding it up, four slips of paper were written by hand, which created the bills. Pizza to go, yes, but unfortunately, eating there is no longer available.

We've been enjoying Al Castello for years. Always great food and impeccable service!

Best pizzeria in Salem in years.

The staff is very friendly, the pizzas are very large and delicious. Overall, a highly recommended restaurant. Reasonable value for money.

We were greeted by very friendly service, and the courtyard is simply inviting. Relax and linger. The pizzas, with their thin and fluffy crusts, are delicious, and the Cassata Siciliana ice cream is simply heavenly. If I were to vacation here again, I would eat here again anytime.

Really good Italian. Outside or inside, no problem. Large groups, special requests, everything is possible. The setting could be better, but it's OK. The restaurant, however, is nicely decorated. We always enjoy going here, especially in large groups with family. Prices are also reasonable.

Delicious pizzas. Crusts a bit hard. With olive oil, it's still a treat! Highly recommended - bruschetta! Super tasty and enough as a starter for two people! Attentive and friendly service. Atmosphere: Very hidden, quiet, great for sitting outside!

Service unusual for an Italian restaurant. I was treated badly once in my life.

Totally unfriendly and unhygienic, I don't understand why it's suddenly so bad there, sorry, but I'd like to switch to Laguna, which is a shame

We were there with 6 people and had a very tasty antipasti plate and extremely delicious food. From pizza to daily specials and special requests, everything was possible and very tasty. We liked it so much that we stayed past closing time. And the staff, including the boss, were more than friendly. Thank you for the great service and the lovely evening. Would love to come back

Very good pizza in a cozy atmosphere.

Nice shop, nice service, very great experience, I can only recommend it

Perfect, it couldn't be better.

Just cool there. Especially the pizza bread.❤️

Never again just a hair in the pasta

Value for money ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The pizza and pasta were delicious. 👍👍

Food was super tasty. Service very friendly

The pizzas and pasta were very good. The service was very attentive and nice. The only thing that wasn't great was the ambience where we were sitting. But we didn't have a reservation and were happy that we still got a place. We'd love to come back again.

It was very nice and cozy, fast service and also attentive, very familiar, you just feel comfortable.

Small pizzeria with a nice atmosphere Separate room for celebrations Pizza is really good Price performance is okay Friendly staff

Everything was great, very good service and great food

Very, very tasty and great and friendly service! We'd love to do it again when we're at Lake Constance again.

Great Italian style pizza 🍕, perfect service, recommended!

Ristorante truly like in Italy. Seafood pasta with amazing amount and quality of seafood. Espresso like at a piazza in Roma.

Super tasty. Good portions at reasonable prices. Very friendly and attentive service. Gladly again and again.

Very friendly welcome, very friendly staff. Despite the restaurant being full, the service was attentive and the food was absolutely top notch. Children's menus are so huge that you can easily eat leftovers, which can also be packed up without any problems. Great value for money!!

Price-performance ratio was perfectly fine. Food was delicious

We were very satisfied. Pizza and pasta dishes were extremely tasty. Only the hot oil wasn't hot, but that's subjective... Great experience, would love to come back.

We were in Salem for 4 days and I discovered this top Italian restaurant by chance over the internet. Huge, thin, crispy and very well topped pizzas, so good that we went there again the next day without a reservation. We received a very friendly welcome again, were given a table and now had great pasta dishes with homemade noodles. We can recommend this restaurant with a good, no, very good conscience. Great value for money, excellent quality and loving hospitality. We would have liked to come again, but our vacation was over.

We have already been here twice on vacation. Child-friendly, super nice service and delicious Italian dishes! Everything is just great! We'd love to come back as soon as we're in the area again.

We didn't have a reservation. All places were fully booked. Nevertheless, the nice employee (maybe boss?) temporarily freed up a table for us and we were able to have a wonderful dinner. Eat It was delicious, service was quick and friendly, I highly recommend this restaurant.

Always good, tasty and friendly service.

You can sit outside and inside very well, we've been there a few times and were actually very satisfied, unfortunately the last visit was rather disappointing, we sat outside and ordered pizza and lasagne, we saw people coming and going after we kept eating more and more We saw them leaving again even though they came after us, so we asked if we had forgotten, the answer we got was no and the food would come straight away (we had been waiting for a good hour) well, we're not small and just thought, well, we have time. After about another 20 minutes the food arrived and we were happy, just for a short time. My pizza was good as always, there's nothing wrong with it, but my husband's lasagne was only good on the outside and in the middle it was still ice cold, I think if a lasagne has been in the oven for almost an hour and a half, it should be hot. Well, we were much more disappointed with the service... I think if you forget something you should own up to it, I think mistakes are human but you should at least stay honest and own up to it. In this case it was just dismissed as if there was just too much going on, no excuse and that is simply not the truth. Many guests who came and ate after us left before we even had our food. My husband hasn't wanted to go there since

Ambience, service and food very good and large portions 😌

The food was excellent and the service was very friendly. Again any time

Delicious food at normal prices, nice staff. Good portion sizes

Friendly, funny, nice. Tasted good.

We were there as tourists on Sunday. At 3:00 p.m. There was little going on and we received a friendly welcome. Our son was treated to a lot of fun, which he really liked. The food was really delicious. The seafood pizza in particular was one of the best I've eaten so far. The 4 cheese pizza, the children's schnitzel with fries and salad as well as the mixed starter platter were all very tasty. We'd love to go there again when we're nearby.

If you're in the area, you should stop by here to eat a delicious pizza, for example. It was our first time there and we will definitely go again when we are nearby. The children were also very enthusiastic about their pizza.

One of the best Italian restaurants in the area. Always very friendly service. Food is usually very quick and always tasty. Piazza 5 stars definitely, but the homemade pasta is also great and all at a fair price. Unreserved recommendation.

Delicious food and nice service. Gladly again.

Fridch prepared dishes at fair prices - we will be back

Friendly, polite and very good food. Unfortunately it's always very full, but that can be organized.

Delicious Italian food, nice service

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our family has been visiting Gian Franco Perotti's pizzeria for years and it is an absolute highlight every time! The warm atmosphere that Gian Franco and his team create always makes us feel at home. As a real family business, you immediately notice that the cooking here is done with love and passion. The food is to die for - from the crispy pizzas to the delicious pasta dishes, everything is fresh and full of flavor. Just a dream! Gian Franco himself is always friendly and accommodating, and his humor always puts you in a good mood. You can tell that he knows and appreciates his guests, and that makes every visit special. If you are looking for authentic Italian cuisine and a warm, family atmosphere, you should definitely stop by Gian Franco. A clear recommendation from us!

As French tourists on Lake Constance, we were very enthusiastic about the food. I recommend it to you. A good Italian. ✅🇩🇪

We friends are always very happy in this pizzeria! Nice staff and the food is always very tasty!

Nice restaurant with great food. I followed the recommendation of the day, the ravioli were really tasty. Definitely worth a visit!

So if I eat salad in a restaurant, it's here. I love the homemade dressing and the pasta and pizzas are also great.

In short: Best pizza in the area. When it comes to salad, the Buongustaia with the house dressing is a standout.

We spontaneously went there for dinner today with six adults and four small children. All the food and drinks, from appetizers to pasta and pizza to café and cappuccino, were all very delicious and the waiting time was short. In addition, the service was extremely courteous and child-friendly. We would love to come back here.

Food as always very tasty. Service was super friendly.

Very good Italian restaurant. Food great, price ok. Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff.

Simply. Only. Tasty best. PIZZA. AND. PASTA. IN. SALEM POWER. KEEP IT UP YOU. MIGHT. THE. EXCELLENT

Very good Italian restaurant. The food is very tasty, the portions are large. Plus friendly service and affordable prices. What more do you want?

Very good food and great service - we would love to come back

Super freundlicher Service, leckeres Essen, gute Getränkeauswahl, wenn viel los ist kann es laut werden

Immer wieder schön dort zu sein. Essen schmeckt superlecker.

Waren schon mehrmals hier und egal was wir bestellen. Immer frisch zubereitet und hervorragend abgeschmeckt. Freuen uns schon auf den nächsten Besuch. Das selbstgemachte Eis war das i Tüpfelchen zum Abschluss.

Sehr lecker und freundlich. Auf dem weg von Bodensee nach Hause immer wieder gerne

Sehr gemütlich und mit Terrasse. Sehr ruhig und Personal sehr aufmerksam und freundlich. Waren das erste Mal da und kommen gerne wieder.