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    Roman Wolves

    4.6 (1k reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Bars
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Frito misto
    Jim M.

    Great service and good food. This place puts down a small bowl of what appears to be Lays potato chips drizzled with a white sauce and similes with Parmesan cheese. I wish I know what the sauce was, but I was a half bottle of wine in and forgot to ask. But it was tasty -- and where besides a Mexican place do you get a free snack as you pride the menu? I had the frito misto which may have been hand breaded -- lightly -- and fried calamari and shrimp. It tasted very fresh. I also had the lasagna, which was described as having béchamel sauce, a very typical ingredient but not always in the recipe. Unfortunately I couldn't distinguish and béchamel. I was slightly disappointed. But, the oxtail meat used and the richness it gave the red sauce was very good. An umami bomb in my mouth.

    Carleen S.

    The best part of our experience at Roman Wolves was our server, Gian Luca. He was attentive, accommodating, and genuinely interested in making sure we had a good experience. Unfortunately, the food and overall concept didn't quite meet our expectations, especially since this was a special occasion. From the beginning, I was a little concerned when we were served potato chips topped with a some type of creamy cheese as an opening bite. We decided to take a cautious approach and ordered a Pinsa and some wine to see where things went before committing to entrees. Unfortunately, the Pinsa was a flop for us. The dough was thick and chewy rather than having the light, airy, crisp texture I associate with a good Pinsa. Looking around the restaurant also gave me the impression that Roman Wolves is catering to a different type of diner than what we were looking for. The cheese wheel presentation and the specialty chicken pasta reinforced that impression. I was hoping for something that felt more traditionally Roman and authentic. At that point, rather than order entrees and potentially be disappointed again, we decided to cut our losses and leave after the Pinsa. Gian Luca was extremely accommodating and even asked us for feedback. I didn't want to launch into a long explanation at the table, so I simply apologized, tipped him well, and thanked him for his service. I think Roman Wolves has some things to work out. There is clearly an audience for the concept, but for someone looking for a more authentic Roman dining experience, it wasn't what we were expecting. The bright spot was Gian Luca. He handled the situation professionally and graciously, and we really appreciated that.

    Seyla T.

    This was a great spot for one of out many date nights while on vacation. We ordered the polpette, pappardelle, mezze, and some broccoli (for health). The polpette was divine - moist and sizeable meatballs!! The pastas were delicious and filling but not too much where I felt horrible after. Our waiter was lively, kind, and attentive. We had a great time here!!!

    Jenelle G.

    Walked into Roman Wolves on a Saturday night around 8pm and was seated in 5 minutes. Our lovely server made us feel welcomed as it was our first time with their Caccio e Pepe chips that you get to savor on while you read the menu. Eden and Natalia were a so charming and a delight assisting us with our questions and making great suggestions. We started with the Caesar salad anchovies on top- We love, please ! I went with the special, an oxtail ragu stuffed pasta with a drizzle of olive oil. The flavors were complex with the acidity of the tomato sauce, combined with the rich beefy, oxtail and umami from the truffle oil. Would come back here next time we're in SD.

    Cannoli
    Andrew A.

    My wife and I originally had reservations elsewhere for our anniversary dinner, but seeing the reviews here, the menu, and photos, we made a very last minute decision to switch it up and come here instead and it was the BEST DECISION EVER. Everything about this place just could not have been more perfect. ** SERVICE / STAFF - 5 STARS - AMAZING! ** I'll start with the staff because great people deserve credit. We were very early to our reservations, but luckily there were available seats at the bar so we were seated there until our table was ready. The hosts were super welcoming and friendly. The bartender Dillon was super nice and made my wife a very good looking, carefully crafted cocktail. Our server Jason was honestly one of the best we've ever had anywhere. Like, elite lol. He was extremely friendly, attentive, funny, and very helpful with us trying to decide what to eat because everything on the menu sounded delicious. ** FOOD - 5 STARS - AMAZING! ** Fritto Misto - Very good, crispy, flavorful, large portion, and with great dipping sauces. Would definitely order this again. It comes with shrimp and calamari, however, I think I would have preferred to just have the calamari. Trio Bruschetta - LOVED THIS. One of the best appetizers ever. It came with 3 different toppings - (1) Tomatoes, parmigiano, garlic. (2) Ricotta, prosciutto, walnuts and honey. (3) Roasted artichoke and pesto. All three of them were insanely good. My favorite one was the ricotta and prosciutto! Lasagna - I was deciding between the lasagna or the crab ravioli and our server recommended I go with the lasagna and I'm so glad he did! Honestly, this was one of the best lasagna's I've had. As our server said, it was "MEATY". The Oxtail Ragu was amazing. Never have I had an Oxtail Ragu lasagna before, but it was epic. I highly recommend this to all lasagna lovers. Carbonara - My wife ordered this. She said it was good. I prefer a red sauce pasta, so I can't say much here, but it was a big portion for her and she enjoyed it. Desserts were very good. We had this cream puff type of thing. Honestly can't remember the name of it. It was almost like a whipped cream sandwich? Very fluffy and light. Simply delicious. The cannoli was amazing as well. ** AMBIENCE ** - Vibrant and energetic scene. Clearly everyone there was having a great time. It was exactly what we were looking for. NOTE - There is a 5% surcharge added to the bill for whatever reason. As annoying as this is, we did feel like the dining experience was pretty amazing and made up for it lol. I personally think that restaurants should just make their pricing inclusive of whatever other costs they need to cover and just do without these surcharges.

    Bella A.

    Cassie was our server tonight, she was very sweet and helpful took time to explain the whole menu and made each of feel welcomed and attended very well to all of us the whole night. Food was supper yummy and very fresh, we were celebrating several birthdays and she brought out a dessert for every one of them. Ambiance is very chic and moody perfect for a date night or girls night out.

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    Alicia W.

    This was place was amazing , I found this place on TikTok just looking for a place to spend my birthday and anniversary and we decided to pull up. The outside and inside was beautifully decorated and the staff was friendly , we didn't know we need rsvp it was super busy but we got to sit and the bar with full service ... the food was amazing , fresh and we loved everything we had. This is definitely a small gem and I will come back... our server Luca and Dylan was so much and thank you for the beautiful service

    another drink
    Dung N.

    I love the decor here! I've been here twice now- once for happy hour and for an event so far. For happy hour, we shared the calamari and pinsa caprese, and also got a few drinks. I also had to get their cheese wheel pasta! The pinsa was really fresh and delicious. For our entree, we opted for the Filetto di Manzo, which is a grilled filet mignon. It was beautifully presented and beef was tender. The pasta was also flavorful. For dessert, I wanted to try the maritozzi, which was creamy and delicious.

    Emilie R.

    Cacio e pepe was fantastic. Pasta was cooked perfectly. Loved the Super Tuscan wine and my cocktail ("pornodivo") was amazing. The service was very fast and very friendly - felt so welcomed and taken care of. Would def go back!

    Dana P.

    This is one of my favorite restaurants in San Diego. Such a cute vibe and the pasta always tastes so fresh! Great service and friendly staff. Parking can be difficult in this area so plan ahead. The paccheri picanto al gamberi was delicious!

    Fettuccine Alfredo
    Joelle L.

    My boyfriend and I had such a wonderful experience at Roman Wolves! From the hostess to the food runners, bussers, and our server, Luca. Every single person provided exceptional service and made us feel so welcome. If you're lucky enough to have Luca as your server, you're in great hands! He was attentive, kind, and truly went above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing experience. We started with the calamari, which was delicious, and the ribeye was cooked perfectly. I originally ordered the gnocchi vodka pasta, but it just wasn't for me--it was much cheesier than I expected, and I personally prefer a creamier pasta. I felt so bad because I've never sent a dish back before, but Luca made me feel completely comfortable and reassured me that it was absolutely okay. He quickly brought me the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken instead, and it came out so fast! It was incredibly creamy, flavorful, and exactly what I was hoping for. The food was great, but the outstanding hospitality is what really made this experience unforgettable. We'll definitely be back, and we'll be asking for Luca again!

    Romantini and Lucius spritz
    KRISTEN S.

    I was finally able to visit Roman wolves with a friend a couple weekends ago and boy was I impressed! It's a beautiful spot with many intimate and inviting spaces to dine. I arrived to find an incredible happy hour which is offered 4-6 pm Sunday -Thursday. There were many dishes to try and I wish we had a larger group so we could've tried them all. We chose the Roman margarita pinsa and the stuffed zucchini blossoms. Both were outstanding and more than enough for two people to share. Now on to the drinks... I ordered the Romantini (their espresso martini) and my friend ordered a Lucius spritz. Both were crafted with extreme care, tasted delicious, and were served with creative messages attached. The service was attentive, and we felt very welcomed and taken care of. Overall, we had a great weekend happy hour, and I am anxious to return. Thank you so much!

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    Eve A.

    RETURN visit to try out the Happy Hour ....greeted and seated by FABRIZIO ...love that he explained each menu item..and we ordered almost half of them... authentic flavors and hearty portions....!

    Specialty Cocktails Martini and Porodivo

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    Ash our waitress was great! She took care of our table and had good energy. Everyone else was also super nice

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    Where to park?

    After 5:00 parking is free, there is metered parking on the one way street in front of the restaurant.

    I have reservations for a birthday. Is it possible to bring my own birthday cake into the restaurant?

    Im not sure about your own cake, but it's an easy question to call in to ask, and I'd personally recommend going elsewhere if you want to have a good time - they ruined the birthday we reserved and I'm sure there's another spot in area that'll… 

    Is there a dress code?

    No, there isn't.

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    Ristorante Illando - View from upstairs of the restaurant

    Ristorante Illando

    4.4(3.5k reviews)
    0.1 mi•Little Italy
    •$$
    Outdoor seating
    Private events

    This was more than dinner. It was an experience…read more We sat tucked away in a little corner that honestly felt like we were having dinner in someone's grandmother's house, and I mean that in the BEST way possible. Cozy, warm, intimate and welcoming. And the FOOD?! I was convinced somebody's Italian grandmother had to be downstairs hand making that pasta because there was no other explanation. I had the lobster ravioli and started with the bruschetta tostada. Everything was absolutely chef's kiss. Fresh, flavorful and tasted like it was made with love. But what made the experience even better was our waiter, Mauricio! He was simply amazing. He genuinely took care of us, shared the story of the restaurant and talked about how much he enjoyed working there. And you could tell. It showed in the way he treated us and the attention he gave throughout the entire meal. Great food is one thing. Great food paired with genuine hospitality is something completely different. I will DEFINITELY be back the next time I'm in San Diego. If you're looking for homemade pasta, amazing food and that warm family feel, put this place on your list. You will not be disappointed.

    Great find. Looking forward to our next visit here. Ask for a Luca You won't be disappointed…read more.

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    Ristorante Illando - Nice quiet spot with AMAZING food. Clean, great service and very reasonably priced.

    Nice quiet spot with AMAZING food. Clean, great service and very reasonably priced.

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    Cesarina

    Cesarina

    4.7(3.6k reviews)
    4.0 mi•Ocean Beach, Point Loma
    •$$$

    This restaurant will forever hold a special place in my heart as it's where we ate the night we got…read moreengaged on the beach in Ocean Beach. The original plan was to go to the beach for sunset, get engaged and celebrate at Cesarina but the parking gods were not in our favor and we had to go to dinner first. I thought my now-husband was acting strange, especially when we asked at the end of dinner if I wanted to go to the beach in the dark still. But first, we enjoyed a delicious dinner here and have been back several times since. I loved the lumache (curved tube) pasta with tartufona (mascarpone and truffle sauce) and my soon-to-fiance loved the pappardelle with the norma sauce and added burrata. The complimentary bread was a perfect starter and a great way to soak up the sauce. For me, as a light eater, it was plenty of 2 meals, which makes the $30+ price tag per dish slightly more reasonable. This is definitely a special occasion and not a regular night our kind of restaurant but it will be staying in our rotation indefinitely.

    Food is good , owner / Management Not so much . At least…read morethey are upfront and print it on the menu On top of your check they will impose a 5% FEE for wages but it is optional and you have to request it to be removed. This is a business where you set the price for what you're selling and wages are figured into that price. So I ask the wait staff should I request the 5% to be removed and tip the normal 18% plus or leave the 5% the restaurant added for your competive wage and NO TIP . Tips are marit based and not assumed , wait staff are hired to take orders , bring orders when ready and drinks that is not above and beyond that's the job they accepted.

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    Cesarina - The signature chicken pitcher with their soft delish breads

    The signature chicken pitcher with their soft delish breads

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    Siamo Napoli

    Siamo Napoli

    4.7(2.1k reviews)
    2.9 mi•North Park
    •$$$

    SiAmo Napoli makes you feel like you're in an Italian restaurant in Naples! Owners Flavio and…read moreGiovanni Piromallo are welcoming, and ensure outstanding service and a wonderful experience! I have come back many times, and have been delighted each time! SiAmo Napoli is a Michelin Guide restaurant that features special selections from Italian Chef Alfonso and family recipes of traditional food from Napoli, including homemade pastas, and daily specials! Flavio can handmake personal-favorite, off-menu Italian cuisine on request (tip: ask for Grigliata di pesce - grilled seafood platter, Osso Buco - tender and flavorful, Fettuccine Carbonara, Lobster ravioli in pink sauce, or Fettuccini Alfredo with scallops and shrimp). Superb! Very delicious Lasagna della Nonna, Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina or Campagnola, Cioppino di Positano - salmon, scallops, shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari in a light tomato broth, Salmone allo Zafferano - fresh salmon filet, Spigola dello Chef - very light fresh Branzino/Sea Bass, Pappardelle con il Ragù d'Agnello - flavorful, Cabernet-infused pasta with mild, slow-braised lamb, and Bistecca. SiAmo Napoli specializes in scrumptious Neapolitan Pizza and Calzone from their wood-fired oven, such as Margherita, spicy Piccante, and Contadina with homemade fennel sausage. Antipasti are all tasty, especially Calamari - cooked perfectly and Carciofi Saltati - Artichokes. Fresh Italian bread, and a nice selection of wines. Refreshing traditional Aperol Spritz, Limoncello, Port, coffee drinks, and non-alcoholic cocktails, such as: passionfruit, lime, mint, and soda. Very delicious homemade desserts, including: Tiramisu, Cannoli, Nutella Cheesecake, Pistacchio Cheesecake, Limoncello Cake, and Tartufo - Hazelnut and Chocolate Gelato! Inside and outside seating. Friendly, attentive staff and service - tell your server how quickly you'd like your main course served! On-street parking, and free garage parking in back using a QR code at the hostess check-in. Their motto is well-chosen: "Come as guests, leave as family." Delightful!

    Great date night spot! Will be back again!…read more Food: 5/5 everything single bit was delicious. Incredibly fresh, unique flavors while highlighting traditional Napoli cuisine. One of the better meals I've had in a long time. Service: 5/5 very welcoming, attentive and placed our courses perfectly. Got a complimentary cheesecake as we're celebrating our anniversary. Ambiance: 5/5 so very Italian in the best way. Clean, well ventilated and airy while also being romantic.

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    Piacere Mio - South Park - Calamari

    Piacere Mio - South Park

    4.5(2.3k reviews)
    2.4 mi•South Park
    •$$

    Nice vibe and good service. Food very good tho large portions would go again…read more Easy parking too

    One of the best Italian places in San Diego I've tried so far! I've noticed this place is always…read morevery popular, and it lives up to the hype. Service is good; the servers are very enthusiastic about recommendations. They seem to tend to make small talk in case that's not your style. They are very attentive with checking in and clearing plates. Food: 1. Artichoke special - Delicious, super rich and a little sour. Comes with 3 big hearts/stems, olives, and parm. 2. Caprese - They use an excellent quality burrata. Rich and milky and paired great with their heirloom tomatoes. 3. Squid ink pasta - Lots of fresh seafood. Light tomato sauce for those who aren't into cream sauce. 4. Pumpkin mushroom lasagna special - Don't be discouraged by the pumpkin, the flavor is very mild. Adds the barest hint of sweetness. Very cheesy, overall a solid lasagna. 5. Ear pasta with sausage - Came highly recommended as one of their most popular items. I loved it! It's like a combo sausage pizza in pasta form, and I say this very positively. I love the crunchy broccoli pieces which add a different texture and some sweetness. The cream sauce is super savory and not terribly heavy. The sausage has a fennel flavor which some might not be for everyone but I was a fan. 6. Osobucco with mushroom tagliatelle - Well executed. the osobucco is just slightly on the milder side. The tagliatelle was also delicious, a nice light cream sauce with lots of umami mushroom flavor. The only negative to me was the bread. A little dry, not served very hot. They make all their pasta fresh in house which is a nice plus. Overall a great meal. Definitely recommend as a nice date night place, and you can watch the gorgeous sunset views or walk around the streets of South Park after.

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    Parma Cucina Italiana - Lasagna

    Parma Cucina Italiana

    4.6(1.3k reviews)
    1.7 mi•Hillcrest
    •$$

    Here's a polished version you can post:…read more What a fantastic find! We stopped here after spending the day at the zoo, and it was one of the best meals my family and I have had in a long time. The service was absolutely outstanding--friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in. The food was some of the most authentic Italian cuisine we've ever had, and every dish was delicious. The desserts were just as incredible and were the perfect way to end the meal. If you're looking for amazing Italian food with exceptional service, I can't recommend this place enough. We'll definitely be back before we head home!

    I walked into this little Italian restaurant and found it completely packed. I asked the gentleman…read moreat the front how long the wait would be for a table for one. Without hesitation, he poured me a glass of Prosecco, invited me to wait outside, and assured me he'd have a seat for me in just a few minutes. Sure enough, about two minutes later, he came out and seated me. This restaurant made you feel like you were in Italy with the ambiance and vibe. I had done my research beforehand, so I already knew what I wanted. I ordered the lasagna, and it was absolutely incredible. The portion was generous, and my server let me know it would take a little extra time to prepare, which was perfectly fine. It didn't take long for me to realize that the man who seated me was also the owner. As I watched him greet guests throughout the evening, it was obvious that he genuinely loves what he does. We had a great conversation, and he was warm, welcoming, and personable. After finishing my meal, I ordered a double espresso and tiramisu for dessert. The tiramisu was easily one of the best I've ever had. Exceptional food, outstanding hospitality, and a memorable experience from start to finish. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in town.

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