Roma D'Italia is one of those old school family-owned spots that just feels right. Right in the…read moreheart of Old Town Tustin, with its own parking lot plus plenty of street parking, so already a win. The place is clean, spacious, and has a warm homey vibe. Good for date night, family dinner, or even a bigger group. Restrooms were clean too. We started with the Caesar salad, then shared the chicken marsala, angel hair estiva, and a side of meatballs. Everything was really good and felt like classic comfort Italian food. Linda was friendly and took good care of us the whole meal. Easy 5 stars for a solid local Italian spot. They are closed on Mondays!

This place is so dependable and good! Their kitchen is…read moreincredibly clean and well maintained. The food is homemade and delicious. I hope they can include more proteins like baked chicken, fried steak, or pork chops. Always good.

Eating the food at Barolo Cafe is like being transported back to eating in Italy; delicious,…read moreauthentic, amazing! We've been here twice now (thanks Patrick from Orange Toyota for recommending!) and I had the generously portioned lasagna and my husband had the giant platter of risotto with calamari, clams, mussels, shrimp, etc. Both were outstanding. The dessert choices are more than Ive seen anywhere before--we had the vanilla gelato with chocolate chips and chocolate sauce. The prices are very reasonable, the server was efficient, friendly and humorous (true Italiano). We will be back soon--with friends...all the way from Carlsbad! It's worth the drive.

I came here with a couple of friends for the very first time a while ago, and it was very homey and…read moredelicious. Our waiter was super friendly, treated us very well. Appetizers: - mozzarella caprese: nice and fresh mozzarella and heirloom tomatoes! - scampi al vino bianco: slightly overcooked when we got it, but the sauce was amazing! Mains: - fettuccine bolognese: the sauce was one of my favorite bolognese sauces i've ever had, rich and hearty like they said. the pasta had a nice texture to it, and will definitely be getting it again. - cioppino kind of pasta: we weren't able to catch the name of it, but it was one of the specials! it had mussels, clams, salmon, sea bass, and was in a nice light and seafood-flavor filled sauce with spaghetti noodles. would definitely recommend asking for it! Dessert: - house made tiramisu: nice and light, a nice balanced coffee and sweetness

We sat outside on a Sunday and it was beautiful. Service was quick and attentive and there was a…read morelive musician who came on at the end of our lunch. I highly recommend the main courses and appetizers. Everything was hot and fresh and delicious and the flavors were amazing. The sole was perfectly tender and the citrusy flavor was amazing with the capers. The pizza was also great. The crust tasted home made and was baked to perfection. I would skip over dessert next time. The custard in my caramel brûlée was grainy. The chocolate mouse cake slice was ok, and the vanilla ice cream was sugary. We will definitely be returning for the pizza and mains!

-- Saturday evening, 7:00 PM…read more I want to be precise about what this rating reflects, because it is narrow. It is not a comment on the hostess, the live music, the kitchen, or the rest of the staff. It is entirely a reflection of the service we received from our assigned server. HOSTESS -- POLITENESS AND PROMPTNESS Excellent, and worth naming first. We were greeted warmly and seated promptly on a Saturday evening at 7:00 PM, which is no small thing at that hour. She was professional and gracious from the moment we walked in. The live music was a genuine pleasure and added real atmosphere to the room. Nothing in this review should reflect on her or on the musicians. FOOD Solid. The menu offers a good selection, and the wine list is well constructed. We ordered the carpaccio, the Spaghetti Carbonara, and the Rigatoni Bolognese. All three were good, competently prepared and enjoyable, though none rose to outstanding. If the food were the only consideration, this would be a comfortable three or four stars. SERVICE FROM ALESSANDRO (Saturday 08/08/2026 @ 7 pm PDT) This is where the evening failed. As first-time guests, we received little attention from our assigned server, Alessandro, throughout the meal. What attentiveness we did experience came from Steve, a server working other sections entirely, who noticed us unprompted and expedited what he could from his end. Steve was courteous, observant, and genuinely helpful -- he read the table correctly without being asked, and he deserves recognition for it. When it became clear we were ready to leave, Steve took my credit card and handed it directly to Alessandro. Alessandro appeared to forget he had been given it, and then delivered my credit card to the wrong table. The result was a long and avoidable wait, and I ultimately had to approach him directly to resolve it. I will own my part: I raised my voice, and that was uncalled for. I regret it. What I cannot excuse is the response. Rather than de-escalating, Alessandro became defensive and matched my volume. In a service-oriented establishment, that is the wrong instinct. One of us was a frustrated guest at the end of a long wait; the other was on duty, and the standard is not the same for both. We did talk it through afterward, which I appreciate, but the exchange should never have reached that point. I will also note, in fairness, that Alessandro brought three cookies with the check. It was a thoughtful gesture and we were thankful for it. It did not offset the conduct that preceded it. The unfortunate part is that everyone else we encountered was pleasant and professional. My thanks go to Steve, who was the role model here and the reason the evening did not end worse than it did. But a single server's handling of a first visit is what a first-time guest takes home, and on that basis we will not be returning.

I loved this establishment. The service was too notched. So kind! We have an autistic son and they…read morewere patient and made us feel at home. Now, to the food....wow the pizza was great. I had the salami pizza...great kick to it. And the crust...so tasty! And I also gobbled the ceasar salad down.

Centro Pizza in Downtown Tustin is a fun spot, but there are a few things to know before you go…read more The wait can be pretty long, especially during busy hours, because people tend to sit and hang out with friends rather than just eat and leave. The pizza is still good, but honestly, I feel like it used to be better. Lately, the crust has been coming out a little too burnt. My favorite is the Nutella pizza--I always get it because you really don't find this dessert pizza everywhere, and it's so good! The service is okay--not amazing, but not bad either. The space is also pretty tight. I actually prefer sitting outside, especially in the summer, because it feels more comfortable and less stuffy than sitting inside. Overall, I still enjoy coming here for the Nutella pizza and the atmosphere, but I do wish the regular pizza was back to how good it used to be.

Food was ok, service not to good server not introduced her self, she not offering any other drink,…read moreappetizer plate still on the table whit the entres plates never removed poor service. Ambiance was placed.

It had been some time since my last visit, but this unplanned lunch did not disappoint. Parking was…read moresurprisingly easy, and we were seated in under two minutes. The service here is truly top-tier. I accidentally ordered the chicken parmesan sandwich without realizing it contained prosciutto. Our fantastic server Loraine, immediately had a new one made for me without any fuss. She was attentive and friendly throughout our entire meal. As for the food, the sandwich was good but not perfect. The chicken could be juicier but the sauces were delicious. The side salad was basic but fresh. The restaurant itself has a beautiful and bright atmosphere. It is a perfect spot for drinks, appetizers, and great hospitality.

Always good. First…read morethe staff is outstanding. They all deserve a raise Second the food is amazing. The quality and variety. The specials are outstanding and you have to eat it fresh. Pasta, pizza and salads are excellent. The desserts are good. It's a solid tiramisu. One of two or three places that make a great Arnold Palmer. The atmosphere is not pretentious. It's a big open space. Easy to meet up

The Parlor has officially become my new go to. I've had this place three days in a row now, and…read moresomehow they keep getting better. This time I went with the Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe with mushrooms and fennel sausage, and wow... phenomenal. Creamy, peppery, rich, with the mushrooms and sausage taking it to another level. The pepperoni pizza with oyster mushrooms was just as impressive. The crust, the pepperoni, the mushrooms everything works. And I can't forget the raspberry cookies. Those were the perfect little finish and honestly way too easy to eat. At this point, The Parlor has officially raised the bar. Everything I've had has been phenomenal, and this is without question my new go to Italian spot.

Prego is an upscale Italian restaurant located at The District at Tustin Legacy. The interior is…read morespacious and classy, but I love eating on their their outdoor patio space! They offer brunch on weekends. We got the Braised Short Rib Hash and the Italian Benedict. The Braised Short Rib Hash has eggs, short rib, breakfast potatoes, and toasted focaccia. The Italian Benedict was unique in that it has San Daniele prosciutto and parmesan hollandaise, on toasted focaccia. Both were tasty, and I would get them again! They also offer an All Day Menu available daily. We got the Cacrciofi Blossoms which are crispy artichokes. It's served with a sriracha aioli. I really enjoyed these! They're battered and fried giving them a nice crunch on the outside, and the artichokes inside are soft and tender. We also got the Rigatoni Carbonara, and it was delicious! It has pancetta, tossed egg yolks, and pecorino with a touch of cream. Highly recommend this dish! Service was great. Everyone was welcoming and attentive.

This was our first visit here. I called and spoke with Christina, who was so very nice. I asked for…read morea seating accommodation and Christine made it happen! When we arrived, I had the pleasure of meeting her and she was so nice. Our server, was Jose and he was excellent! Such a nice man. His timing was perfect. He checked on us frequently, but, was never intrusive. We ordered several items and everything was so delicious. We enjoyed the Meatball appetizer, shrimp salad. lasagna, tiger shrimp gigante and the tres leches cake. We loved everything! Christina and Jose made this a very special evening and we are so grateful!

Went to dinner here and already dreaming of going back. The…read morevibe is so cute and romantic, we were greeted warmly and seated quickly from there our server Zaren took over and she was so knowledgeable and attentive. She answered all my questions(even my ridiculous ones) and she gave great recommendations that felt personal like she heard our likes a dislikes and made sure we had the best time. The calamari was the best and I can't wait to go back again to try the clams. With the food so good and the service so amazing we will be back every visit to new port.

I love this place! Great service and great food. Calista was our server and it was the best service…read moreme and my man have had by far. Great hospitality from everyone and we even got to talk to Keith the owner. 10/10 definitely recommend