I still love this place, but it is important to note that in some cases you will be invited to sit…read moredown to look at the menu. Unfortunately, you must get back in line to place your order. This place is usually busy, so it may be better just to stay in line while you look over the menu. Great food and great service as always!!

So: I passionately enjoyed my dinner at Mamma Roma. The reason that this is unusual is because I'm…read morenot big on going out for Italian food much at restaurants - other than on holidays - since I eat so much Italian food at home. I can make an exception for more casual Italian meals at only a handful of Italian restaurants, and Mamma Roma's is now one. Growing up partially Italian, and a mix of other ethnicities, my family cooks Italian better, of course, than at any restaurant. No one made better Italian dinners than my Na-na (grandmother). But Momma Roma's hummus cream rigatoni could definitely keep me coming back for more. No one made better meatballs than my Mom but the meatballs at Mamma Roma's are flavorful enough. No one made better sauce than my Aunt #1 but the sauce on Momma Roma's ravioli was good and so fresh. And no one made better cookies than my Aunt #2, but Momma Roma's cannolis and rum cookies are tasty. There are a lot of Italian restaurants in the area and I've read that Mamma Roma's is one of, if not, the best. I can only say that while my first visit here a decade ago was fine, this visit goes into my memory as "need to get back there, eventually, if not sooner," after delighting in their new menu item: a creamy hummus rigatoni with sausage. I love hummus, though wasn't really sure if the texture of hummus sauce would be too gritty. It was not. It had a lovely, substantial flavor and silky texture that was balanced well by the impeccably-cooked al dente rigatoni. Add to that the garlic, cream, sausage and herbs in this dish and you've got a winner. I highly recommend this rigatoni, of the 3 rigatoni entrees on Mamma Roma's menu. I haven't even tried the other rigatoni dishes, but still ... don't miss this creamy, garlicky hummus dinner. And the portions of rigatoni in this dish were very generous. The presentation of the lasagna was impressive, in layering and shape. I only had a bite. It had a nice flavor, but I would have needed more bites to give a better description. And since it wasn't my order, I could not indulge. The portion was generous. Also, I would never order lasagna from any restaurant given the reasons cited earlier, but this one was good. I hope someone is laughing because anyone who has grown up in a subcultural group in the US usually sounds exactly like me about the home-cooking they grew up on. Another of Mamma Roma's menu items I'd like to try is their corn and arugula white pizza. I've only found one lovely corn pizza ever at Zelo's in an LA suburb, so now that I have seen this on their menu my curiosity is piqued. Love love love the variety of the dessert menu options. It's not just the desserts in the case on display that you can order. While there are gorgeous cookies on display, the dessert menu has a long, lovely list of all kinds of variations of cheesecakes and cakes. I would like to try the lemon cake on a return visit. And more of the cookie flavors! When I asked the barista what the top desserts were, he was quick to name the cannoli as a first. You'd probably be surprised to find out that this is a counter service approach: you order and pay up at the front and the waiter brings you your food and whatever else you need. You get your own fountain drinks or tea with ice. You can tip in advance, in good faith, when you order in the beginning or you can leave cash on the table at the end of the meal, having already paid your bill in the beginning. There is also the charming dessert counter/bar and espresso area that I mentioned earlier. So, when you are finished with your lunch or dinner, you can go to the barista's counter and order dessert and cappuccino. I love that if you order cake or a cannoli, a cappuccino is only $2. This is an awesome value especially for the evening crowd. For old school Anne Arundel county and Annapolis locals, Mamma Roma's is better than the original Squisito's pizza -- and higher in quality -- but it is a bit reminiscent of that restaurant in terms of popularity and a family feel. Plus, I have never tried the pizza here, but I'm guessing it's good given the quality of the ingredients and preparations we experienced with the pasta dishes. One thing that also really stands out about Mamma Roma's is that they are the only Italian restaurant that is nestled back in the suburban Piney Orchard division of Gambrills. In other words, it's more neighborly there vs. other restaurants along the majorly-trafficked Route 3 corridor. The restaurants along Route 3 have many more transients coming in, given the ease of access, so they are naturally less neighborly. Finally, when we brought our leftovers from dinner home I set them on the kitchen table and left them for a bit. When I came back into our kitchen, it was filled with such delicious aromas! Friends, this is just how fresh the food at Mamma Roma's is. For a casual, counter service suburban, it is quite bellissima!

Yes, Fratelli's is very good…read more I was wonderfully surprised at a recent dinner for 2 at Fratelli's. We started with a lemon drop martini - delightful. The cream of crab soup was top notch - a bowl would have been a meal in itself. Then came a salad big enough for 4 (delicious) and fresh out of the oven bread (enough for 4 also). The chicken breast with crabcake was massive and very tasty. The veal parm was sooooooo tasty and also massive. We have at least 2 more meals each. We each had a wonderful chocolate martini as dessert. The service was attentive and helpful. The food came out quickly but we were not rushed. The price? To me, unbelievable (in a very good way).

Uh oh! I have found another restaurant that my body will crave and want to come back again and…read moreagain - the fluffy long, soft rolls and wonderful house salad served in a bowl, house made fresh pasta, and delicious cocktails. I really appreciated how far apart the tables are to allow for conversations you can hear and more space in the cold/flu season. I had a Chocolate Martini and my husband ordered a Lemondrop Martini (not on the menu) but was definitely good. The basket of the fluffy, soft, warm rolls were incredible and something I will come back for. I got the Mediterranean bruschetta special which came with feta, crabmeat, tomatoes, balsamic glaze and lots of other yummy things on four pieces of bruschetta. It was delicious. The shrimp scampi over the thin fresh noodles was a pleasure - really loved how big the shrimp were and the large helping of pasta. My husband got the lasagna which was good although they used some different cheeses which made it taste a little different but still good. Amanda our waitress was quick, pleasant, and took good care of us. Fratelli's is a Resy restaurant. Make reservations ahead of time, since on Saturdays even at 4:00 pm, all the reservations are already booked for the night. I have returned to Fratelli's for a work group lunch. Kendra was excellent, taking care of our large group with professionalism, efficiency, and a warm smile and manner. I got the !4" pizza which is a deep dish pizza - just perfect - not too buttery. I got sausage which had the long slices of sausage on it, not spicy. You can only eat one or two pieces out of the thick eight slices, the pizza is thick so expect to share or take it home for several more lunches.

4 of us came to dinner. It was a beautiful evening and we ate outside on the patio. Nice quiet…read moreatmosphere. We started with the Gamberi Paradiso which was delicious. We all enjoyed our entrees. I highly recommend the salmon Rosa. Aubrey provided excellent service!

Aylin helped me and gave awesome recommendations!…read more Service was super friendly and fast. Food was delicious! Would definitely come back. The Limone Salad (add the Cajun salmon!) and side spaghetti were exactly what I was looking for. Thank you Paradiso and Aylin!

This is my second time coming here. We were celebrating a birthday and the service was amazing. Our…read moreserver helped us with all we needed for the cake and he was very attentive with our plates. The music at the restaurant is nice and the food was just amazing. The best plates we had was the calzone, which was HUGE, and the lasagna. Even just the normal American pizza had an amazing taste. Additionally, we tried a wine cup and let me tell you, it was so delicious.

This place is a hidden gem. The wait staff was so courteous and welcoming. The definitely knew…read morethe daily specials and knew how to make it sound just as delicious as it probably was. If one person is not helping you, then another person is quick to ensure you are being helped. Plenty of seating inside and the ambiance was perfect. More impressed by the monstrous brick oven but food was moving constantly. The food was also amazing. I forgot the name of the seafood dish that I had bust it was perfectly served in a breadbowl and tasted like a fondue. The mix of small scallops, tiger shrimp, and fresh lump crab meat was to die for. The baked seafood rigatoni was also amazing. The sauce was perfect and creamy and the seafood was once again fresh. We will definitely be back.

Stopped in here the day after Memorial Day so the restaurant wasn't very crowded. It is a corner…read morerestaurant with plenty of seating and booths lining the walls. I met two friends for dinner and we had wonderful service from Olga. She allowed us to talk and catch up but was also very attentive to us. I had the Shrimp Fra Diablo, which definitely had a kick. The shrimp were large and plentiful. But the chili flakes in the sauce made it a bit hard to taste the other flavors in the sauce. However, the portions were generous enough that we all had leftovers for the next day. I have eaten here often and will definitely return again.

Can't say much about the location itself since we doordashed for lunch but the food was soooo good…read more They did not skimp on the chicken in my salad and it tasted so good. Didn't even need the dressing(though the house dressing was good)

Really enjoyed our take out from Nonna Angela's! My wife and I both had a great meal. I ordered the…read moreGreek salad with grilled salmon, and the salmon was cooked perfectly and paired really well with the fresh salad. My wife had the shrimp risotto, which was creamy, flavorful, and packed with shrimp. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the meal was exactly what we were hoping for. We'll definitely be coming back next time we're in Crofton. Highly recommend Nonna Angela's!

Nestled in an unassuming plaza is Nonna Angela's. Upon arrival, we were greeted and they were ready…read morefor our reservation. We had more than 10 so we had to sit in 2 groups but it was no issue to split checks and order. Our server, not Guiseppe or Gallagher was great and attentive. He shared the specials, was organized and on top of water refills. The orders ranged from the special to the crab bruschetta, Fettuccine Alfredo to Carbonara. Not one complaint the entire time. We joined our group a day late but the restaurant was good enough that we visited two days in a row. If you are in the area, make the trip and head to Nonna Angela's. Even this Jersey girl enjoyed it!

Upon arrival we were greeted by the friendly owner who calls herself "mama"! We sat in airy alcove…read morewhich reminded me of a Italian sunroom. After we were seated our waitress, the owners daughter, made numerous suggestions of the many entrees available. Each members of our party ordered different dishes which were all amazing. The food was fresh, authentic, and homemade. The owner was persistent on making sure the food met our expectations, which it did. I highly recommend La Fonte to anyone passing through or living near by who wants a fresh homemade Italian meal. Service was terrific!

I'm going to tell you right off the bat that you do NOT come here for fancy ambiance. You're going…read moreto come here if you want to feel like you've been invited to your Italian grandmother's house for a Sunday meal. Because, honestly, that's what it feels like. Other reviewers have mentioned that when they walk in, there didn't seem to be a lot of people there. We experienced the same thing. We didn't mind though, because we expected a great meal based on the reviews. So we are warmly greeted, drink orders are taken. An excellent martini is placed before me. We order the calamari. Now...I'm not sure what to think about the calamari. It was very crispy both inside and out, it was reminiscent of potato chips. It was very tasty, just a different texture. I'd probably skip it next time, but honestly, it was a small blip on the experience. I chose to try the veal, even though it's pricier than I typically pay. But oh my heavens, it was worth it. I'm a veal parm snob, and you just can't get good veal parm anywhere in Harrisburg. Until now. It was a generous portion and I literally cut it with a fork. The sauce was so good, with a distinctive acidic tans. The pasta was perfectly al dente, which is another rarity. Hubby had Seafood Fra Diablo, and it had a wonderful kick. He absolutely loved it. Again, pasta was al dente and oh my that sauce again. Service was terrific. Mama also came out to chat with us. It's obvious that they don't see this as a business. It's just Mama and her daughter wanting to feed people. An appetizer, 2 entrees, and 4 drinks was $100.00. We have leftovers in the fridge. This is a wonderful treat, and we will definitely be back.

First review ever here, but I feel this place deserves it. It doesn't look like much outside, but…read moreDolce delivers. Pricing is lower than average for these days, portions are sizable, meals are delicious and you can tell everything is fresh. Even the little roll they bring in the beginning is delicious!

Best Greek pizza I've ever had!!! I've had a lot of…read moreMediterranean, Greek, vegetable, all different types of white pizzas. I love white pizzas. This one is absolutely the best I've ever had.! Highly recommend!!!!!

Caffè Bottega Italiana!…read more A true GEM in the heart of Leesburg! The hope for Northern Virginia to have a true authentic Italian market! The store owner David who is a second generation Italian, run the store with his staff but most importantly with his wonderful first generation Italian parents! I love them! They are a wonderful kind people! The store has everything imported from Italy! Including the Focaccia bread, according to David!! Lots of Italian goods! Frozen items! Desserts! Everything! Lots of Italian cheeses! Lots of authentic and rare Italian cold cuts Focaccia sandwiches Amazing varieties of Arancini Best Lavazza espresso drinks Wonderful outdoor benches for a nice lunch date! Everything was delicious and authentic! I drive 30 to 40 minutes to get there and it's worth it! What are you waiting for? Why are you still reading? Go feed your Italian addiction and get all what your heart has been longing for! Go to take your girlfriend or your wife for a wonderful lunch experience! Single? Go get Espresso and drink it by yourself proudly at the outdoor area .. be happy! Say hi to David and say Grazie to his wonderful and lovely parents! I really wish to see this place getting bigger and bigger to become like an Eataly store one day! Actually they have been growing and occupied more space! I almost forgot to tell you that they have amazing wine selection and I think they have opened a wine bar upstairs by now! I'm not sure ... go check it out and let me know ;) Try it, vote for the review , message me, or compliment me with any comment or question, and don't forget to ... Pray for me ;) All my 2026 reviews are gifted to my beloved & wonderful father Sami Wahib Tawadros 01/07/1955 - 12/08/2025

I want to like this place but it is so expensive. I ordered a focaccia sandwich and a single…read morearancini. The total was $31. Fine, everything is imported. Then I opened the sandwich and it had 2 pieces of meat and 2 pieces of cheese, with a handful of arugula. This is not enough substance for the price. The meat and cheese needs to be at least double the portion to justify the price. The workers were very friendly and kind but I can't justify frequenting at that price point. $31 for a lunch that's mostly bread is just too much.