Restaurante Gusto
C. Bolsa, 11, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga, Spain · Spain
★ 4.6 on Google · 7,109 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Oct 12, 2026 · 194 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
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Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.6★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.5★
- Flagged
- 19%
- Coverage
- 14%
All reviews shown by Google
806 examined reviews
194 of 1,000
1,000 of 7,109 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Oct 12, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Reviewers report that Gusto is a popular Italian restaurant in Malaga offering flavorful Neapolitan-style pizzas, pasta dishes, and desserts at reasonable prices. While many praise the fast service, cozy street atmosphere, and friendly staff, a significant number of visitors feel rushed due to quick table turnovers.
+ Repeated strengths
Delicious pizza and Italian food
Reviewers frequently highlight the authentic taste, fresh ingredients, and well-made dough of the Neapolitan pizzas and pasta dishes.
3 supporting reviews
2★ · 2026-04-19
The pasta was good BUT the pizza was undercooked (the cheese wasn't even melted!!). And it's like a factory; there's no time to chat, you're asked to leave the table.
5★ · 2026-04-20
What a gem in Malaga! We had an absolutely AMAZING meal at Gusto. Everything was super fresh and flavorful; you can just taste that the food is cooked with care. The pizza dough is meeega fluffy! The service was incredibly friendly and hosp...
5★ · 2026-05-31
best pizza ive ever had. dough is perfectly soft, but not soggy and so fresh. the toppings were also very fresh even in the late evening. the staff was nice and the ambience, atmosphere and design is very comforting. would definitely recomm...
Fast and efficient service
Many reviewers note that food and drinks are served very quickly, even when the restaurant is extremely busy.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-04-21
Christian was really good.. Oma was excellent.. nice food.. good service.. very nice atmosphere.. affordable
5★ · 2026-05-25
Delicious pasta dishes! Professional and friendly staff. Enjoyed my evening here a lot!
5★ · 2026-07-17
Everything was great! Thank you!
Friendly staff
Several reviewers mention specific staff members who were very kind, helpful, and welcoming during their visit.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-04-13
What can I say? Everything was perfect, from the welcome to the food. It felt like home. Thanks to Alessandra, who was incredibly kind and helpful. Congratulations to all the staff. I highly recommend it.
5★ · 2026-04-21
It had been a long time since I'd eaten at such a good Italian restaurant; everything was homemade and the service was impeccable. I recommend the lasagna, the pistachio carbonara, and the pasta with meatballs. The waiters were very attenti...
5★ · 2026-09-02
Friendly staff, good food
− Repeated complaints
Rushed dining experience
Reviewers report feeling pressured to leave quickly, with staff clearing plates before everyone has finished eating or bringing bills unrequested.
3 supporting reviews
2★ · 2026-04-19
The pasta was good BUT the pizza was undercooked (the cheese wasn't even melted!!). And it's like a factory; there's no time to chat, you're asked to leave the table.
3★ · 2026-06-13
The food is good - we enjoyed our pasta dishes. Service is quick but very rushed - it definitely feels like they want you in and out as quickly as possible so they can turn the tables over. We were a party of five and they were chasing us o...
3★ · 2026-07-25
The food was good and very reasonable. However, the plates were taken before others had finished. We still had half a bottle of wine left and they brought the bill which we didn't request. Another person at the table ordered a glass of red...
Undercooked or soggy pizza dough
Some reviewers state that their pizzas had raw, doughy, or mushy centers with excessive oil or toppings.
3 supporting reviews
2★ · 2026-04-13
The food was very good, both the pear pasta and the tuna pizza. The only drawback was the onion pizza; it had too much sunflower oil, or perhaps it was the oil from the tuna. I didn't even bother changing it because I figured it would stil...
1★ · 2026-04-26
The Pizza Diavola was an absolute tasteless and soggy disappointment. No seasoning, no flavor, and not crispy at all. The salami was flavorless. The cheese and tomato sauce were so tasteless that you'd be better off with the selection at th...
2★ · 2026-07-06
I was disappointed with my experience here. The pizza dough was clearly undercooked in the center and had a raw, doughy texture. When I mentioned it to the waitress, I was told that this is simply the Neapolitan style. However, I've had man...
Restroom cleanliness issues
Reviewers report that the restrooms were dirty, small, or poorly maintained.
3 supporting reviews
2★ · 2026-04-18
The food looks good, but it's mediocre. The bathrooms are dirty, very dirty.
5★ · 2026-04-18
Exceptional food and service!!!
3★ · 2026-05-15
Delicious pizza. The service is pushy, with wobbly tables placed on the cobblestones, causing drinks to spill. The women's restroom is out of order, and the men's toilet has a broken faucet, making it impossible to wash your hands. The staf...
Good for
- Authentic Neapolitan pizza
- Quick casual meals
- Outdoor terrace dining
Avoid if
- You want a slow, relaxing dinner
- You prefer firmly cooked pizza centers
- You are looking for gluten-free options
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Apr ’26 | 101 | 17 |
| May ’26 | 200 | 39 |
| Jun ’26 | 149 | 36 |
| Jul ’26 | 120 | 24 |
| Aug ’26 | 139 | 15 |
| Sep ’26 | 161 | 31 |
| Oct ’26 | 130 | 32 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 194 reviews flagged weight 0.8
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 194 flagged reviews.
Diana Verbeek
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-04-12
Love the pizza number 23!
Tomas Stibranyi
1 review
★★★★★
2026-04-13
Irma J
1 review
★★★★★
2026-04-13
Francesco Mazzarisi
1 review
★★★★★
2026-04-19
Very good pizza in a pleasant setting near the cathedral. Attentive and friendly service. Excellent value for money.
Stella Corsetti
1 review
★★★★★
2026-04-20
Crazy Pandistelle Tiramisu
Paolo Danesi
1 review
★★★★★
2026-04-20
Very attentive and courteous staff, excellent service
Anjo Toonen
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-04-22
You can eat really well here. Exactly as Italian food should be. Friendly service and good value for money. Renato is a true host.
Alicja 993
1 review
★★★★★
2026-04-22
Oma is very lovely and the food is perfect!
Luke Delaney
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-04-24
Great service, very attentive
giulia la
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-04-25
Impeccable service, pizzas arrived within 3 minutes of ordering. Super friendly staff, delicious products.
Report generated Oct 12, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.