TIME: came here around 7:30 on a saturday night, it was pretty packed and there was a queue to be…read moreseated, but if you are not dining in and are just looking to do to go or want to buy the stuff they offer to go then there is a separate line for that. PLACE: the place is pretty small, but there is a good amount of tables and chairs to sit at, great date night spot and i love the vibe of how everything is layered as well FOOD: SOUR CREAM + ONION BURRATA W HOUSE OLIVE OIL CIABATTA - probably one of the best burrata i had paired with ciabatta ever HOT MESS SPAGHETTI + MEATBALLS - super good, al dente, and the meatballs were perfectly seasoned + cooked FUSILLI ALLA VODKA - i got this baked with pesto and four cheese, i usually don't like red sauce but everything made it super good. CHOCOLATE PANNA COTTA - love me some chocolate and the panna cotta was just exquisite in itself OVERALL: amazing place, been wanting to check it out and i'm glad i did

We had a wonderful experience as a party of 3; Amelia kindly greeted us at the door with menus, and…read morethe way it works is that you get a moment to decide on dishes while the hostess gets your table ready, and you order before walking through the beautiful naturally-lit, high-ceiling restaurant to sit. Amelia recommended one pasta dish per person in the party, to share family style (which ended up working well for us, since we also got three appetizers, and finished the meal with a small amount of yummy leftovers for tomorrow) so that's what we did, along with the starters... We got the "big juicy meatballs with tomato and pancetta," which were incredible; the bread was delicious and certainly is not just a side to the amazing (definitely juicy) herbed tender meatballs. I'd definitely get this again, along with the grilled zucchini with worm salt and mint, which was so flavorful and tasty. We also got the smokey romano beans with fire roasted tomato, which was also really good but just keep in mind the emphasis on the smokey flavor! It wasn't my cup of tea but that's for sure a personal thing. For pastas, I'd rank them in this order: 1. our favorite was today's lasagna du jour, which was mushroom! So delicious, with a crispy cheesy crust, soft tender interior, and an almost caramelized tomato sauce accompanying. 2. Reginette with pork sugo (meat sauce) and spicy turnip greens was next, which had wonderful flavor with the tomato-based sauce and pieces of pork but if you like it slightly softer texture it might not be for you (same with the fusilli; the go-to preparation is aldente!). 3. Fusilli alla vodka with tomato, calabrian chili, cream, basil, and added garlic butter shrimps; this one's sauce felt a little underwhelming and more watery than creamy, and I'm just now realizing that although the menu said four garlic butter shrimp (an extra $7), we only got three. I think I'd come back for the lasagna and/or to buy the pasta from their expansive stock, cook it a bit longer, and serve it covered in a decadent creamy sauce.

first time here, i like both of their white and red sauce meatballs!…read more there was one green noodle dish, i forgot the name of it, but it was great, very earthy taste. service was great at the counter!

Had to check this place out after seeing how busy it was, and it lived up to the hype…read more You order at the counter and grab the first open table, so don't expect table service. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, but it fills up quickly. I ordered the Rigatoni with pesto, and the fresh pasta was delicious. My friends got the fettuccine bolognese, and it was a great choice! We all enjoyed our meals. If you're looking for authentic, fresh pasta at a reasonable price, I'd suggest checking out this spot.

Their lunch special is a steal! $30 for any of their pasta options, arugula salad, and a huge…read morechocolate chip cookie. We got the cacio e pepe and bolognese. Both were delicious! The arugula salad is perfectly dressed--great balance of salt, pepper, and lemon juice. The shaved Parmesan adds a nice touch. The cookies are seriously so so good, and I say this as a cookie enthusiast. Chewy, caramely, and decadent. This is a must try if you're craving penny roma during lunch!

Cute place. Order at the counter and seat yourself…read more Fresh pasta has a great texture but the bolognese was a bit too sweet for me. Salumi sandwich was good but needed more salami. Bread texture seemed fresh.

I'm a long time industry professional and I was very impressed by the food at this establishment,…read moreI'm still thinking about it. The wine list isn't great and the cocktails look ok. However, the space is open and very bright with a parklet outside. A little cheesy in a cut way. Service was on point as well.

This restaurant gets it right. The service was exceptional from start to finish, the atmosphere was…read moreenergetic and welcoming, and every dish was outstanding. We had the opportunity to be served by the owner, and his attention to detail and commitment to quality were evident in every interaction. Spending the Fourth of July here with friends made the holiday even more memorable.

Meatballs were extremely good! I'm not a great critic for Italian food but here's my take:…read more The pesto surprisingly felt a bit not as immersed, the olive oil felt a bit separate from the parsley and the nuts but overall yummy. Pasta was fantastic, bouncy and fresh. If order the other créame bolognese sauce next time. Some mosquitos inside so just a bit annoying on warm days but overall great service and area.

Great spot for homemade pasta! You can see the staff making…read morepasta as soon as you walk in! We went on a Saturday night and were seated right away. And we got our food pretty fast. We ordered: - Pesto gnocchi: tasted so fresh and full of flavor - Meat lasagna: so much meat! I typically like more ricotta but if you like more meat, this is for you. The sauce was delicious! - Burrata salad: such a big portion! Love the bread it comes with

I'm nominating Flavio for a "gold star" because he was really attentive, patient, and gave amazing…read morerecommendations for food. I loved the oxtail pasta and the eggplant croquette in particular. He immediately greeted us and asked us how we were. He even helped clean up a spill without hesitation. I would recommend Flavio to anyone else dining here and will come back often.

We randomly picked Roma Antica for some carb loading the night before the San Francisco Marathon,…read moreand it turned out to be one of the best decisions! I ordered the bucatini Amatriciana, and my boyfriend had the gnocchi with Gorgonzola cream sauce. Both dishes were outstanding. The bucatini was exactly how I like it--super thick, chewy, and cooked to a perfect al dente. But the real surprise was the gnocchi. The Gorgonzola cream sauce was hands down the best I've ever had. Gorgonzola can sometimes be a little too overpowering, but this sauce was incredibly creamy with the perfect balance of richness and flavor. We couldn't stop talking about it.

If I could give this restaurant 10 stars, I absolutely would!…read more The food was incredible, and the Veggie Lasagna was hands down my favorite--I enjoyed every single bite. The portions are generous, the flavors are authentic, and you can truly taste the care and love that goes into every dish. This was one of the highlights of my trip, and I will definitely be returning the next time I'm in San Francisco. Highly recommend!

Best lasagna I've ever had, the sauce and the meat were properly cooked and seasoned. My Fiance…read moresays that "The Parmesano Reggiano tastes like it's from the motherland" and she don't lie. She got Ravioli with meat and we got authentic Italian sodas - all delivered to our table by a very kind waitress. The staff here is very friendly and all take their jobs with passion. The vibes here are very chill yet reminiscent of a homely restaurant set in 1940s New York. You will be transported in time and culture with every bite you take.

Came here with my date to get some good ol' deli sammis, and we were NOT disappointed. We showed up…read moretowards the closing end of the restaurant hours so we were unable to get the focaccia we originally planned on, but we were presented with amazing, fresh, options that all sounded wonderful. We settled on a nice rosemary roll that was large and fragrant, getting the Italian combo with fresh mozzarella, no mayonnaise was in stock so we were offered a basil pesto compound butter that was made in house, and it was phenomenal. Great selection of meats, even got an Italian Coke that tasted divine. The sandwhich portions and the freshness of ingredients will have me coming back for SURE. Solid price, around 30 bucks for a large sandwhich and a couple of drinks and candy's. The candy was delicious as well! You can't go wrong here. Great service as well.

Hugely popular Italian gourmet sandwich/deli shop in Little Italy. Expect lines during meal times…read moreand especially weekends as each sandwich is freshly crafted amongst a lot of to go orders. Many sandwiches to choose from paired with the bread of your choice. There is also pasta. There's a lot to see in the Italian themed shop itself and items to pick up from its shelves and refrigerators.