Santoro's in Yarm celebrates 45 years on High Street

Santoro's Italian Restaurant - which is run and owned by the Serino family - has been a fixture in the town since opening its doors in 1979. 

Initially based above Boyes on the south side of the street, Santoro is now located close to the Town Hall - and nearly half a century later it's still offering a "taste of Italian summer days" to its loyal customer base. 

Mikey, Ricci and Joe Serino at the bar in Santoro (Image: Santoro Yarm)

Vincenzo Serino was the founding family member of the business, but sadly died two years ago. 

But his son Ricci and grandsons, Mikey and Joe are maintaining both the family business and its legacy, continuing the restaurant's reputation for its "amazing" food and service. 

Ricci said: “We take great pleasure in having served customers for 45 years.

"Since dad’s passing, we have all worked hard to keep the high standards he set for us. We are also grateful for the support we have received from our loyal customers over so many years.”

Recent innovations at the venue have included the launch of a dedicated pizza menu and fixed price offering two courses for £19.90 and three for £24.90 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

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The a la carte continues to offer a wider range of classic Italian dishes.

Santoro currently has an impressive 4.6-star rating on Google Reviews, with praise for its "excellent food, great service, and nice friendly atmosphere."

One reviewer said: "Amazing evening. Staff were so friendly and very down to Earth. Food was incredible too! Will definitely be coming back here again."