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    Roman Wolves

    4.7 (987 reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Bars
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    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!

    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 ** - [[HIGHLIGHT]]Vibrant and energetic scene. Clearly everyone there was having a great time. It was exactly what we were looking for.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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.

    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! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a beautiful spot with many intimate and inviting spaces to dine.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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!

    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.

    Wheel cheese pasta
    Becky G.

    Roman Wolves was one of the highlights of our trip! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere, food, and drinks were fantastic[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], but what truly made the experience unforgettable was our server, Jason. He provided outstanding service, made us feel incredibly welcome, and even took the time to recommend local places to explore during our honeymoon. His kindness, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm made us feel like more than just guests. Thank you, Jason, for making our honeymoon even more special. We highly recommend Roman Wolves and hope to see you again on our next visit!

    BRUSCHETTA TRIO
    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
    Andrea U.

    Stopped by in Little Italy while waiting for our friends to land at the airport and popped in for a quick happy hour. We tried the martinis, specialty cocktails, and a charcuterie board. The martinis were delicious, and the charcuterie board was abundant with a great selection--definitely one of the best I've had in Little Italy. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, which made our visit even better. The ambiance is modern, romantic, and elevated, making it a lovely spot to unwind. We can't wait to return with friends and family!

    Pappardelle Ragu di Roma
    Allison P.

    Che buono! We popped in one night for an impromptu dinner and were seated immediately. I got the Pappardelle Ragu di Roma while my friend went with the Spaghetti Carbonara. Everything was absolutely delish! The Pappardelle Ragu di Roma featured wide ribbon pasta, ground beef, and Italian sausage ragu. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was to die for! While I'm usually a red sauce gal, the Spaghetti Carbonara might have converted me. It was honestly some of the best Carbonara I've ever had. It was rich and creamy, yet not overly so. Oh! They also give you complimentary potato chips topped with parmesan and a white cream sauce. I've personally never seen this before! Being a savory snack fanatic, I absolutely loved these!

    Tiramisu
    Taylor T.

    We checked out Roman Wolves for Restaurant Week, they had a great menu with a good variety of options that we enjoyed. To start we got the Fritto Misto and Mozzarella in Carrozza. The highlight between those for me was the Mozzarella in Carrozza, it was a fun and taster twist on mozzarella sticks, I highly recommend. The Fritto Misto wasn't my favorite, so I personally would pass the next time we go, but it also may be a personal flavor preference. For our mains we had the Grilled Octopus and Spaghetti Carbonara. Again, the octopus wasn't my favorite based on the texture (I'm a big grilled octopus fan) but the flavors they went with were great and a nice twist. The start of the show was the Spaghetti Carbonara, it's the best I've had in the States and I highly recommend. The guanciale was thin and crispy, and the sauce was perfection. Finishing up we each had a slice of their Tiramisu and wow, it was delicious! Definitely a must if you saved room for dessert.

    Lexi V.

    This place has the best food! I had great service. Ashley was the best server. I will definitely be coming back

    Yueming Q.

    We chose this place for my celebration of ArtWalk weekend. It was Sunday night and it's pretty busy here. We love the atmosphere, and the service is really impressive, our waiter Kyle is very friendly, patient and sweet, we liked him a lot. We ordered some drinks, wine and cocktail. We had fried calamari as appetizer, a Caesar salad and a carbonara pasta. I have to say, the carbonara pasta probably the best I've ever had. The calamari and Caesar salad are nice as well, I'll recommend this place to anyone who wants to have a date night or some type of celebrations.

    Cheese Wheel Pasta
    Francisco C.

    We had an amazing experience at Roman Wolves. We ordered the Spaghetti Carbonara and the cheese wheel pasta, and both dishes were absolutely delicious, rich, flavorful, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. For dessert, we tried the bombolini, which were outstanding and the perfect way to end the meal. Everything from start to finish was spot on. Our server, Jason, was amazing! He did a great job explaining the different dishes and recommending some of the best options on the menu, which really enhanced the experience. The decor inside the restaurant is also beautiful--stylish, warm, and very inviting. Highly recommend Roman Wolves if you're looking for excellent Italian food and great service in San Diego.

    Artichoke Ravioli w pesto cream
    Grace G.

    For pasta, Roman Wolves was a beautiful dinner party experience and very welcoming for our visiting friends. The hostess seated us in a nice, intimate booth of clamshell sofas and were patient when we took some time deciding (our group had staggered arrivals), and introduced the cheese wheel pasta and seafood special. The cheese wheel pasta is a good amount of food for sharing and during preparation here they bring the wheel to table side and you watch the Parmesan get torched and your pasta tossed. Seafood special was likewise just as hearty, the seafood not overcooked, and very tomato-rich. I enjoyed the Artichoke Ravioli- delicious, generously plated in pasta sauce. The pesto flavor they have is similar between the ravioli cream and the cheese wheel special. The texture of the shell is just right. Overall my friends and I are very happy we chose Roman Wolves and look forward to having more Italian in our rotation. Thank you to the staff for seamless service.

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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… 

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    Ristorante Illando

    Ristorante Illando

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

    We actually walked right past this restaurant. It looked sketchy from outside but OMG we are so…read moreglad we found it! Amazing atmosphere, cute set up. We were seated in the back of restaurant next to a window! Breezy. Relaxing and food was absolutely amazing !!!! The star was the Carbonara...YUMMMMMM. Staff was friendly and price is right for the quality and amount of food!

    Treating myself to a solo dinner here while traveling in August was such a memorable experience!…read more From the moment I walked in, the ambiance was absolute perfection--warm, inviting, and wonderfully peaceful. Dining by myself felt like a true gift, and it was the ideal spot to bring my journal along to write and quietly enjoy the evening. The hospitality made it even better. My waiter was so genuinely kind and welcoming, which made the solo experience feel completely comfortable. It also gave me a great little opportunity to practice my Italian! And the food? Amazing. I ordered the squid, and it was fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection, all paired with gorgeous views that made the whole evening feel special. It's rare to find a spot that nails the combination of stunning views, delicious food, and top-tier hospitality. If you're looking for a peaceful, welcoming place to enjoy a solo meal, write, and soak in the atmosphere, Ristorante Illando is a must-visit!

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    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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    Papardelle Bolognese
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    Cesarina

    Cesarina

    4.7
    (3.6k reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$$

    i visited SD a year ago in july for my birthday... and because a birthday girl can't think ahead,…read morei didn't reserve in time to visit cesarina... to my very sad dismay, i told myself next time. I did NOT think i'd be in SD this soon again, yet tis was the year, AND I FINALLY RESERVED THIS TIME RAAAHHH :PPP I loved loved loved the make your own pasta concept. the forgot what we both ordered for our pastas, but they were DELICIOUS. you can absolutely taste it's made in house. its unbelievably pricy if you want to add proteins or anything, but it was nonetheless delicious. I will say it's mainly the presentation that wows, because any fresh pasta place would be this yummy ykyk. but if you want the date-night-once-in-a-while-time-out experience, this place is beautiful. plus, the service is AMAZING. they constantly checked up on my table, i never went a second without water. not only did i recieve tiramisu for my birthday dessert... BUT THEY TOOK A POLAROID PIC OF US TOO :,D SOOO CUTE!! very very yum, warm, welcoming... but come with the budget queens im a broke college student--

    SOOO I finally got to try the famous 'Cesarina'!!!!…read more Wowowow I was blown away. The decor of the restaurant, both inside and out, is clearly meticulously handpicked & thought out. It is absolutely beautiful. They have wonderful music playing at a reasonable volume to accompany watching raviolis be made right in front of you! The service is exceptional. We never had to even think of needing water, menus, anything extra - it was brought before we anticipated it! Our server Tommy was wonderful & thought of everything. Now, the best part - the FOOD!! Their pasta is so obviously handmade in house, the texture and butteriness of the noodles was extraordinary. I ordered the fettuccine with the vegan mushroom sauce & added shrimp - divine. I think one of my favorite parts of the menu is the pricing with vegan items. Too many times vegan items are doubled in price & they had everything equal - INCLUDING the DELICIOUS cannolis!!! Such a wonderful experience. I cannot wait to be back!

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    Dining room
    The signature chicken pitcher with their soft delish breads
    The signature chicken pitcher with their soft delish breads
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    Rusticucina

    Rusticucina

    4.6
    (1.6k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$
    Happy hour specials
    Locally owned & operated

    They know what they're doing and their client service was perfection. My older friend had a…read moresignificant birthday this year with the passing of her husband nearly a year ago exactly, It was a special birthday considering her failing health and I gave the restaurant a heads up we would be celebrating. Nathan, Sabrina and Johan were a primo team and outstanding on all counts. They made extra sure my guest was comfortable and most importantly, appreciated. The fried burrata was a star as was their caprese salad. Their spinach ravioli was delicious and despite how full we were, it was gobbled up. Their pizza was great as well as their arancini. The New Zealand Sauvignon blanc was delicious with a spicy finish. We ordered two bottles. The vibe is very communal and it got lively around 7pm on a Saturday. It was quiet and intimate when we arrived around 4:45pm so come a little earlier if you typically would like a quieter meal with fabulous food. Again, can't thank Nathan. Sabrina and Johan enough. The entire team was fabulous and humored us with our questions in regard to Sicily. I will be back and will bring others: thanks again!

    Amazing service, but unfortunately the food didn't live up to the hype…read more Ossobuco: 5.5/10 I've had a lot of ossobuco over the years, and this was honestly my least favorite. The meat was fairly tender, but it lacked flavor almost entirely. The sauce didn't add much either, and the risotto underneath was just okay. Nothing was necessarily bad. it was just surprisingly bland. For a dish that's usually rich and comforting, this one felt forgettable. Pesto Pasta: 7/10 This was decent and definitely better than the ossobuco, but it wasn't anything I'd go out of my way to order again. The pesto was enjoyable, and I appreciated that it wasn't overly acidic. Beyond that, it didn't really stand out. The cocktails were good, the service was fantastic, and the complimentary limoncello cake was delicious. That said, when there are so many great Italian restaurants in the area, I don't see myself returning. I left feeling like the food was more hype than substance. Food: 5/10 Service: 10/10

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    Rusticucina
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    Siamo Napoli

    Siamo Napoli

    4.7
    (2.1k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$

    From first glance, the ambience was very welcoming. From the Parpardelle con il Ragu D'Agnello to…read morethe Lasagna Della Nonna, each bite was made with exquisite quality. Giovanni, the owner of the restaurant, personally came by our table to make sure we were enjoying my our dining experience. Overall, this was one of the finer Italian experiences I had the pleasure to enjoy!

    First impressions of Siamo Napoli looked pleasing by the fairy lights entwined in ivory and an…read morealmost packed room of patrons on a Friday night. When the host got to me and my boyfriend, they asked if we were okay with sitting in the back; we both didn't mind given our hunger, but I quietly regretted the decision a little when we were sat close to the exit door especially since there was no cell service from where we were situated. But I had no qualms about it whatsoever, as I was more focused on the experience of the food. I ordered the Fettuccine Bolognese while my boyfriend ordered the Piccante. I was pleasantly surprised with how quick my food came to the table, with my boyfriend's not too long after. Despite the portion size, the fettuccine filled me up well and the marinara sauce was flavorful. My boyfriend raved about his pizza as well as the chili oil provided for garnish. (You can actually taste the chili in the chili oil, so be wary of that if you're one not accustomed to large spice.) I had only tried the crust of his pizza, but even that alone, it was still delicious. A part of the reason for our visit was to try the Tiramisu and it didn't disappoint at all. It was the right balance of sweet mascarpone and rich espresso. Our server was kind and attentive to us, checking on us and giving us updates on our food. We were both surprised to see that after asking for the check, we weren't charged for the Tiramisu, a kind gesture we appreciated. Overall, my boyfriend and I enjoyed our time here. I'd like to come back so I could try the pizza with my boyfriend.

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    With my Son and Husband at SIAMO NAPOLI
    With my Son and Husband at SIAMO NAPOLI
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    Parma Cucina Italiana

    Parma Cucina Italiana

    4.6
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    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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    Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
    Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
    Parma Cucina Italiana
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    Seafood Risotto

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