Romano Cucina offers not just amazing 😍 Italian food, but also the sports bar type of vibe that you can't miss
Was sitting at the bar as the entire place is full for min 30-min waiting time, but somehow I enjoyed my journey here at Romano Cucina more.
All the staffs here are very nice and friendly, so you don't feel like "waiting" per said.
All the classic interior decorations with all the Italian icon photos framed and hang on the walls, you're immersed with authentic Italian culture elements.
Ordered their Demotri Salad plus Shrimp and Spicy Rosa, both were spicy dishes but STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. The kick of spicy vinegar sauce of Demitri Salad will give you the new understanding of a salad can be, not to mention the chemistry between the sauce and dried tomatoes, just amazing.
As to the Shrimp and Spicy Rosa, another must-order, the shrimps are well seasoned and cooked, with the essentials of spinach blended into the spicy creamy tomato sauce of the dish, you won't stop once you start your first bite of it.
Michael Hendricks
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February 17, 2026
Found this pretty much by accident. It turned out to be less than a block from the hotel (VOCO, also a great find) at which we stayed over Valentine’s Day weekend.
The food, service, and atmosphere at Romano Cucina was a perfect storm. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience.
Saara Tayani
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January 05, 2026
I absolutely love this Italian restaurant for so many reasons. Their options on the menu, the quality of food, and the customer service is unmatched! I love dining in when I can because it’s cute and cozy, but my family, friends and I also love ordering takeout too. And, catering from here is also a phenomenal experience! The portions are on the larger side, and they have weekly specials Tuesday - Thursday for dine in! Their cocktails are also great, and im especially excited about their new addition of Skrewball peanut butter whiskey to the bar!!!
The best food menu items in my opinion are:
Appetizers: mushrooms, eggplant parmigiana
Salad: house salad and caprese (their tomatoes exclude the gooey insides & seeds which make the caprese even more delicious)
Entrees: litaliano pizza, spicy Rosa with chicken pasta, pasta tombrello, pasta Gianni, ala checca with Bianco Diavolo & chicken, chicken Marsala (off the menu)
Dessert: cannoli, cheesecake, tiramisu
Thank you to the Romano Cucina team, I’ve been a loyal customer for over 10 years now!!!
Anand Kolatkar
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June 11, 2026
Very good Italian food with attentive service. They have gluten free pasta and non-pasta options. There may be a wait to get a table, but that is a good sign. Calamari and the lasagna Bolognese was a hit. Lemon cheesecake was great.
Reelislander
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November 22, 2025
This is my fourth time eating at Romano Cucina, and it never disappoints! I ordered the shrimp scampi and a margarita, and both were outstanding. The pasta was delicious—full of flavor and perfectly cooked. The margarita was refreshing and one of the best I’ve had. The atmosphere and service are always consistently great. I’ll definitely be returning again
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Romano Cucina offers not just amazing 😍 Italian food, but also the sports bar type of vibe that you can't miss Was sitting at the bar as the entire place is full for min 30-min waiting time, but somehow I enjoyed my journey here at Romano Cucina more. All the staffs here are very nice and friendly, so you don't feel like "waiting" per said. All the classic interior decorations with all the Italian icon photos framed and hang on the walls, you're immersed with authentic Italian culture elements. Ordered their Demotri Salad plus Shrimp and Spicy Rosa, both were spicy dishes but STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. The kick of spicy vinegar sauce of Demitri Salad will give you the new understanding of a salad can be, not to mention the chemistry between the sauce and dried tomatoes, just amazing. As to the Shrimp and Spicy Rosa, another must-order, the shrimps are well seasoned and cooked, with the essentials of spinach blended into the spicy creamy tomato sauce of the dish, you won't stop once you start your first bite of it.
Found this pretty much by accident. It turned out to be less than a block from the hotel (VOCO, also a great find) at which we stayed over Valentine’s Day weekend. The food, service, and atmosphere at Romano Cucina was a perfect storm. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience.
I absolutely love this Italian restaurant for so many reasons. Their options on the menu, the quality of food, and the customer service is unmatched! I love dining in when I can because it’s cute and cozy, but my family, friends and I also love ordering takeout too. And, catering from here is also a phenomenal experience! The portions are on the larger side, and they have weekly specials Tuesday - Thursday for dine in! Their cocktails are also great, and im especially excited about their new addition of Skrewball peanut butter whiskey to the bar!!! The best food menu items in my opinion are: Appetizers: mushrooms, eggplant parmigiana Salad: house salad and caprese (their tomatoes exclude the gooey insides & seeds which make the caprese even more delicious) Entrees: litaliano pizza, spicy Rosa with chicken pasta, pasta tombrello, pasta Gianni, ala checca with Bianco Diavolo & chicken, chicken Marsala (off the menu) Dessert: cannoli, cheesecake, tiramisu Thank you to the Romano Cucina team, I’ve been a loyal customer for over 10 years now!!!
Very good Italian food with attentive service. They have gluten free pasta and non-pasta options. There may be a wait to get a table, but that is a good sign. Calamari and the lasagna Bolognese was a hit. Lemon cheesecake was great.
This is my fourth time eating at Romano Cucina, and it never disappoints! I ordered the shrimp scampi and a margarita, and both were outstanding. The pasta was delicious—full of flavor and perfectly cooked. The margarita was refreshing and one of the best I’ve had. The atmosphere and service are always consistently great. I’ll definitely be returning again