About Renata’s Cafe Italiano
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Renata's 🍝 Cafe Italiano located in 🧡 of Orange County California is nestled directly within Old Towne Orange's charming Plaza Historical District. Literally has Plaza Sign as wall. 1st establishment & restaurant can be found on corner of Chapman Ave/Grand Street opposite city hall & Orange 🍊 's BBB Renatas offers a slice of authentic Italian cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere steeped in history. The restaurant's intimate setting provides a perfect perch #fore epic people-watching as you savor classic dishes. As a double amputee and cancer patient, I've found Renata's to be more than just a restaurant - it's an extension of family. The Staff goes above and beyond to accommodate my needs & displays their kindness. Testament to the true spirit of this establishment. Pricing is actually below what they should be charging! Garlic bread has most wonderful butter garlic 🧄 spread then toasted...must have imho. They even recognize my voice during takeout orders, a touch that speaks volumes about their care. The food itself is also testament to culinary passion. The veal dishes showcase the chef's expertise, always tender and flavorful. But the true star, in my opinion, is the elegant & colorful Spumoni Egg 🥚 dessert. Presentation is artistic 🎨! This unique and delightful treat is the perfect, sweet capstone to any meal at Renata's. If you're seeking a large portion, multiple course, delicious Italian meal, excellent prices, a window into Orange's history, and a heartwarming sense of community, look no further than Renata's Cafe Italiano." Highly Recommend bSafebHappybWell 🤙
It's a cute place, the food is good but not great, but the service can be a little slow. The garlic bread was way too strong. We waited 30 minutes between our appetizers and our entrees. I know it's a small kitchen and the gentleman who served us was very friendly, but there were only two other tables occupied for the majority of our time there so I expected to have our food sooner.
We ate outside and it was a really beautiful evening. Got wine and coffee which was very good. We had a salad as an appetizer. I wasn’t a fan of my pasta but I don’t really like marinara sauce. I switched my pasta with the person I went with, I liked theirs more. It was a cute place to have a nice quiet dinner then walk around the circle at night. Had a really great time here just talking and eating after a long busy rushed weekend.
First time here. Came with my parents for an early Christmas celebration. Our food was delicious, the service was great and holy cow, you need to come for the Spumoni ice cream for dessert. It was amazing. The ice cream comes in a large frozen ball that has been dipped in a dark chocolate that creates a crunchy shell. They cut it in half and lightly sprinkle cocoa powder on top for presentation. Warning, it's a healthy serving that you could easily share. I'll do that next time. But I ate mine all myself lol. I couldn't stand the thought of wasting it and leaving half on my plate. So good.
The food here is always delicious! My husband and I enjoy this little Italian Café on the corner of Chapman and Grand in Orange. Ben offers outstanding service. Sorry, but the canolli is not very good. Possibly another dessert would have been better for us.