I love italian food, and I realize this is not a north end (high end) restaurant, but the Chateau in Waltham still ranks as one of my all time favorite places to eat in the Boston area. I was surprised to read other review saying it is ""cafeteria food."" Thats just ridiculous. It is simple, good, homemade style italian food. The place is not fancy, but the kitschy decor and funny waitresses are part of its charm. I personally love the gold room with its paint on velvet portraits of 1970's stars. Its fun! People need to get over themselves and see it for what it is: A place with better then average italian food, great marinara sauce, fantastic fried seafood, a huge varied menu, dated but charming decor, and absolutely reasonable prices! I highly recommend it and I go every single time I come back to the Boston area.
Pros: Great food, great prices, fun kitschy family environment!
Cons: You will not like it if you usually only dine at $35 a plate north end eateries. . .its working class italian food!!!
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