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Penny Roma

4.0 (489 reviews)
Closed • 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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Garlic noodles
Ria B.

All three dishes brought something g to the table that was amazing. The Brussels sprouts were bright and tangy and the Parmesan chips on them were the perfect umami to balance it. The arrabiata had the perfect al dente to bite to it and the sauce was super flavorful along with the pieces of cheese melted throughout. The garlic noodles were so butter and rich with a small kick from the chili crisp. Inside the decor is also lovely, very modern with greenery and high ceilings but still warm with fhe heaters. Service was pretty quick too! Lovely meal!

Natalie C.

We finally made it out to this gorgeous restaurant for sf restaurant week' The interior is super pretty and romantic with lots of greenery and tons of seating. Their restaurant week menu was so delicious, starting with the arancini and the little gem salad. The pastas were perfect. The rigatoni cacio e pepe was so perfectly cheesy and the little pea ravioli pockets burst with flavor. Their pork chop was so well cooked also, super tender and not dry at all. We finished the night with a decadent chocolate torte All of the food came out so fast and the servers were so attentive about clearing dishes and bringing out next courses Can't wait to go back

Focaccia, a half portion of tuna tartare, and zero sugar cola from Italy
Noosha T.

Great service, great ambiance, even better food! The tuna tartare was out of this world! Definitely get that if you're a fan. The focaccia is a must! I tried their little gem salad and Agnolotti dal Plin (kinda like ravioli) as well! Both great!

Total before tip for 2 people
Fiona T.

This is my new favorite dinner spot! Everything we had was delicious and the service was great. Our server cleared our table between every course and made sure our water was never empty. $18 Albacore Tartare - tomato, calabrian chili, pistachio: the tomato flavor was really good with the fish $29 Pappardelle Ripiene - walnut, butternut squash, labneh, golden raisin, chili: the pappardelle was folded and the filling was inside it, kind of like a very long ravioli in the shape of a cinnamon roll. The flavor was incredible: savory, with some pops of citrus, the creamy labneh/ yogurt, and the raisins to add a fresh pop of flavor. $29 Spaghetti alla Puttanesca - tomato, anchovy, caper, taggiasca olive, pangrattato. This was perfect for anyone who likes a rich creamy pasta. The sauce coated every noodle. The tomato flavor was enhanced by the anchovy. If I could only get one thing again, I would get this. The orange sorbetto was also good but I was so full by that point.

Casoncelli Siciliano w/ wine on the side :)
Lily D.

Penny Roma had cute and romantic vibes here! Our waitress was friendly, fun, and easy to chat with. The overall decor felt warm and inviting, which was ideal for a date night! I was informed the pasta dishes were made from scratch, which is great for that homemade taste. Like many Italian restaurants, the focus seems to be more on presentation than large portions. I ordered the Casoncelli Siciliano because it was the most different out of all dishes. It came with cauliflower, nettle, and pine nuts. Each bite was delicious and the pasta was cooked well. Even the presentation was beautiful. For what you get, it is a bit expensive for the portion size. Therefore, I suggest dinner should be ordered with an appetizer and wine pairing for a complete meal :)

focaccia
Helen L.

no misses but the baccello was the most unique! pleasantly surprised with the peas + pistachio flavor and enjoyed it. pasta texture chewy in a good way, solid focaccia, the house made burrata in the rigatoni was a great add-on. i do wish their sauces were more special though, maybe had too high of expectations. walked in on sunday evening, really spacious counter seats in their pasta room.

Chicken
Camila Y.

Every pasta dish was cooked perfectly and all homemade from scratch, super chewy in the best way and every dish was really well-flavored without being heavy. You can tell they care about texture and balance. The focaccia was also a standout: warm, fluffy, and perfect for dipping into any leftover sauce. It's the sister restaurant to Flour + Water. There's also a bar right next door, which is nice I f you're waiting for your table and want to grab a drink. It does get busy during peak hours. We came around 6:30pm on a Wednesday night and still waited about an hour, so definitely plan ahead or make a reservation if you can. Worth it though.

Kell S.

Penny Roma delivers on all fronts--gorgeous ambiance, wonderful service, and stellar food!! Was excited to try their sister restaurant since I'm a big fan of Flour + Water (as well as their pizzeria) and it was on brand for their fresh ingredients and delicious food. The high ceilings combined with the greenery and airiness throughout makes it almost feel like you're sitting outside even indoors, and it's a lovely setting for a delicious meal. Between two we shared: the melon prosciutto, the tuna crudo, a red sauce pasta, and the pork chop--every single dish was so good and flavorful. The pork chop we ordered per our waiter's recommendation, and isn't the type of dish we'd initially gravitate toward, but the preparation and sauces impressed us and it was one of our favorite items that dinner.

Agnolotti
Maria M.

I've made it a mission to hit every Flour + Water restaurant in SF, so this was next to the list! I've been to Flour and Water and I wasn't the most impressed with their pastas but wanted to give this a chance. The ambiance is great and we really loved our waitress! Everyone was quick and kind. We ordered two pastas, the prosciutto, and the arancini - everything was solid! The two pastas we got were cooked to perfection and had an enormous amount of flavor. We also loved the arancini - it was nice, light, and understated. We took home some cute matchboxes but overall would come back! Perhaps with a larger group or to try their dinner party menu!

Kevin L.

The lush greenery of the dining room was perfect for a summer dinner, and we chortled at the adult Rainforest Cafe vibe (but in a good way!). We were paralyzed by choice, so opted for the dinner party (prix fixe), which ended up being excellent. Four starters to share rolled in quickly: 1) albarcore tartare with a generous sprinkle of pistachio and tomato, dabbed in calabrian chili, 2) salmon on a bed of dilled labneh, 3) tomato caprese, and 4) prosciutto & melon. The last two were the least interesting, and it was unclear why the melon was lackluster considering how in the midst of melon season we are. The double pastas were great, with the ricotta tortelloni as the standout. Tonnarelli cacio e pepe was fine, though to be fair we could have eaten this more speedily. Usually the meat main is meh, but the pork chop was great! I don't recall the grilled zucchini... Dessert was a cooling panna cotta, I forget what flavors. Wines were well-paired, and service was friendly/snappy. Will definitely be back!

Amanda S.

Finally made it here! The food was AMAZING and service - such sweet servers! The space is gorgeous!

The Flour + Water spritz
Grace L.

A near perfect birthday dinner! I'm glad we made a reservation a week prior because it was surprisingly busy on a Wednesday evening. We luckily got seated in the covered outdoor area with the beautiful lights and foliage. The ambiance was lovely and romantic. The Flour+Water spritz was perfectly refreshing and totally hit the spot. We enjoyed the stone fruit and stracciatella and San Daniele prosciutto appetizers, but the pasta entrees blew me away. The funghetti ai funghi and agnolotti dal plin were absolutely scrumptious and rich, and these pasta shapes were so fun! The only bummer of the meal was that the crispy potatoes weren't actually crispy, but Penny Roma might just be my favorite Italian restaurant in the city!

adjoining Flour + Water Pasta Shop
Carson M.

Booked for a party of 10, which had to be seated at the adjoining Flour + Water Pasta shop. The room was actually nicer and cozier than I initially thought! You will be sitting on stools though, which aren't the comfiest with no backing as well. Across the room was pasta being prepared, which was cool to see. Service was great throughout the entire meal. As others have mentioned, most of the dishes for each course are all brought out at once. You can take your time to eat them all, but I can see why it could be slightly overwhelming/faster paced than what you may be used to. Standout dishes for the dinner party menu (required for a party of 10) were King Salmon (salty, cream, and herby), Heirloom Tomato Caprese (good amount of tang and cheesiness), and the Cappelletti di Mais (rich & creamy with bursts of sweet corn). Everything else was still good, but the three I listed were ones I'd order again if I were to visit again. I would recommend just ordering a la carte. Wine pairing with the dinner party menu was good as well - we really liked the white and the last Sangiovese.

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Ask the Community - Penny Roma

Is there heated outdoor seating in the winter?

I'm looking for a retirement party for about 70 people, budget $70 person maximum, would this be possible?

You probably need to call the place. 70 people feels like you might be renting out the entire restaurant, and I'm guessing they might have a minimum that's higher than $70/person.

Is there outdoor dining?

Yes! Many tables are set up outdoors, mostly covered

Is penny Roma dog friendly?

No, it is not.

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