Romano Cucina never disappoints! I've dined in and ordered take-out, and they consistently set the…read morebar high when it comes to Italian food and service. The restaurant is located in a small plaza. Ample parking is available. There are a few tables set out front in an enclosed area for dining. Once inside, the ambiance is very cozy and romantic, which is really nice. I am always greeted by a pleasant hostess. Once seated, the servers are always extremely friendly and attentive. They are very conversational and check on you regularly. I usually order the same entrée, the Pasta Gianni. With your entrée, you also have the option of soup or salad. I have the House Salad and I kid you not, I can eat another two plates of that salad! Although it's just a salad, their homemade wine vinaigrette is fantastic! It's tossed to perfection! The Pasta Gianni never disappoints! It contains plenty of langostino lobster and shrimp in their Bianco Diavolo Sauce, served over your choice of pasta. I usually have the penne. Every bite is delicious with a generous amount of seafood, together with a spicy kick to the sauce. The food here is fantastic and so is the service! One night, we arrived here when they were about to close. At first, the server said that they were closing, but then he asked us to wait a minute. He went back to the kitchen and came back out shortly and said that they were happy to serve us. We were so thankful for that! Food - 5 Service - 5 Atmosphere - 5 Come to Romano Cucina for spectacular Italian food and service!

WOW! We really hit the jackpot tonight! We stumbled across the best family owned, casual and…read moredelicious Italian restaurant. JADEN our server was terrific, he couldn't have been any better, he was truly exceptional and made us want to go back. This was our first time here, and we were looking for someplace new to try. All our dinners were incredible, the chef really has a great hand in seasonings, since everything was so very tasty and delicious. The portions were plentiful, and came with a salad. We already decided what we would all get from the menu on our next visit. You can't go wrong here, it was packed and the take out orders were going in and out the whole time we were there. Be sure and ask for Jaden!

"First visit - food was fine, nothing that stood out. Wasn't told upfront that splitting a dish for…read moremy kids is $3 extra, or that swapping pasta types is another $3. Would've appreciated knowing before ordering. Probably won't be back."

Decided it was time to return and experience their dinner menu! Snagged last-minute reservations…read morethrough OpenTable and thank goodness we did... the place was packed when we arrived! THE FOOD. - Bread & Pesto Dipping Sauce (Complimentary). The bread had a soft, spongy texture with a subtle hint of herbs, serving as an absorption base for the earthy and rich pesto sauce. - Caesar Salad. Crisp, chopped romaine hearts tossed in a garlic-forward Caesar dressing and sprinkled with shaved parmigiana. A couple of large toasted croutons top this salad for added crunch. Get it if you're into Caesar salads! - Cavalfiore Fritto. I hesitated on ordering this because it's fried cauliflower and need I say more? But, it actually turned out to be really tender and flavorful. The aioli and marinara dipping sauces were bonus complements to this already delicious appetizer. - Pappardelle al Ragu di Cinghiale. Wide ribbon pasta with a rich, hearty wild boar sauce. The combination of subtle raisin sweetness and a touch of lemon zest made every bite dynamic. Very tasty dish. - Pollo a Piacere. Chicken cutlet enveloped with a deeply savory, semi-sweet Marsala glaze. Herbaceous roasted potatoes and vegetables round out this classic main course. And I probably didn't need as much cheese on top but I can't rely on myself to say "stop" once the grater gets going. THE DRINKS. - Black Manhattan. A complex flavor profile where oaky notes of bourbon are mixed in with the bittersweet, herbal depth of the Amaro Averna. - Moscow Mule. Refreshing and crisp drink driven by a sharp, spicy ginger flavor that was balanced by the acidity of fresh lime juice. THE VERDICT. Dinner menu checks out! Service was on point and we're looking forward to coming back and trying other dishes.

Amazing. I had a large group of friends and family for a Celebration of Life for my wife. The staff…read morewas very attentive and the owner made sure everyone was happy throughout the event. Everyone in my group talked about how great the food was and how friendly the servers were. I am truly appreciative of the staff and can't wait to go back for another dining experience.

This place is so good that I almost don't want to write a review... I kind of want to keep their…read morePerugina pizza our little secret! Everything we ordered was delicious. We started with the Carpaccio di Pera which was fresh and flavourful followed by the Perugina pizza. The pizza practically melted in our mouths. We also tried the Casisano Brunello for the first time. While it wasn't our favorite wine, the tiramisu was absolutely spot on, creamy, light and the perfect way to end the meal. We'll definitely be back for that pizza!

Antonucci's has the best pizza and tiramisu is the best in all of socal. The staff is friendly and…read morethe atmosphere is perfect for a first date or 50th anniversary!

If you're searching for your next date night, girls' night, or happy hour destination, Antonucci's…read moreis the way to go. We ordered their Beef Carpaccio, Creamy Spaghetti alla Vodka, Chef's Special Filet with a rich wine reduction, and Fresh Seafood Cioppino. Loved every dish and I love the authentic feel of this restaurant and how it makes me feel like I'm in Italy! Check out their happy hour and try their lavender martini! So yummy and perfect for summer!

A real No Fault Menu - everything is great, and great service. This place is hidden away a bit, but…read moreworth the effort to find.

Food: you know those home-cooked, comfort-filled moments of calm, that's exactly what this…read morewas...almost forgot that I wasn't at home! Service: attentive, friendly, and laced with kindness, despite being busy Ambience: clean, not too noisy or distracting, temperature in the room was just right

Everything about Domenicos on the Lake just felt right. As soon as we walked in we were greeted…read morewith enthusiasm by the hostesses and the owner. We were initially drawn to Domenicos because of the stunning views of lake Mission Viejo. We had the option of sitting inside, near the bar or outside on the patio. We chose to sit outside on the patio and got seated right as the sun was going down. They were nice enough to offer us blankets since it was getting chilly. We ordered the Chicken Alfredo Pizza and the Chicken Basil Cream Pasta. To start, the pizza was truly phenomenal. There was plenty of chicken to compliment the creaminess of the Alfredo sauce along with the dough itself. We ordered a medium pizza and it was more than enough to feed two of us. The Chicken Basil Cream Pasta was also rich and full of flavor. The serving portion was large, and we were also given Parmesan to complement the dish. Overall, the dish was enjoyable. For being a last minute pick, Domenicos on the Lake exceeded our expectations and proved to be a standout Italian restaurant in Mission Viejo.

This dinner represents the second visit to this restaurant for me. I ordered a Caesar Salad and the…read moreMediterranean Penne. Service was excellent as before. The Mediterranean Penne was mostly pasta with a few pieces of overly salty chicken thrown in. Serving size was large. Another member of our group ordered short ribs. The ribs were overcooked and somewhat stringy. Vegetables were in the overcooked side as well. The Caesar salad was bland and could've used some anchovies to perk it up. Overall: overpriced and underwhelming. We ordered spumoni for dessert which was better than the meal! Disappointing this time.

Chef Marco and his team did it again! With the time this…read moreplace is getting always better and better!! Gret job Trullo team! It like be in Puglia, their pasta program is the best! My favorite... the hand made orecchiette

Fluffiest. Cheesecake. Ever…read more Delicioso! We'll definitely be back for more... great service, great coffee, great dessert, what's not to love?

First and foremost, outstanding service all around! Great pizza and specialty sausage pasta was…read moresuperb. Also the desserts! Too bad I'm just stopping for the night, but what a gem this place is. Thank you all!

We enjoyed a delicious Italian dinner here. Easy up front parking. Friendly experienced staff,…read morequiet atmosphere comfortable seating, old country decor. Cesar Salad, bruschetta, Meat Lasagna, fresh clams, raviolis were all excellent no room for dessert We'll return soon

I came to eat here last night and everything was great. I got the Alfredo my way with chicken and…read moreit had the be the best pasta I've had. Not to mention the service was great our server was very attentive to us and made sure that we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend coming to eat here.

Best Italian restaurant in San Juan Capistrano, by far. Owners deeply care and it shows.read more

Beautiful, Delicious, Peaceful. This place deserves every…read morestar. Such a peaceful and friendly atmosphere. The service is above and beyond. You don't get service like this anymore. And the food is perfect. I was craving ravioli and chose this place on a whim. I will absolutely be back for more. Even the water tastes good. I cannot recommend it enough.

Ordered a bunch of food online from Mangi Con Amore, including the lasagna. It felt like nothing…read morewas made fresh. The food came across like it had been sitting in the fridge and then reheated in a microwave or oven. On top of that, they did not seem to start the order until I showed up in person, which defeats the point of ordering ahead. Overall it just was not very good. Not a disaster, but not something I would go out of my way to get again.