I had Branzino butterfly (it was the special that day, not on menu) it was crispy and deliciousread more

Five stars all around! The owner . The service. The food ! Top tier all the way. I wish I could…read moreremember our servers name! She's was on point and amazingly sweet and accommodating! We appreciate you so much. We haven't had a dinner that amazingly in so long! The special my husband ordered was perfection. They filetd his fish right at the table ' ! Thank you for making our evening special . Kudos to the owner also for pulling out my chair . We will be back !

Lombardi's Italian Restaurant was one of the best dining experiences we had in Ocean City! From the…read moremoment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and family-oriented. The beautiful photos throughout the restaurant added so much character and made the space feel inviting. We enjoyed the lasagna, pizza, wine, and handcrafted mixed drinks, and every bite was absolutely delicious. One of my favorite touches was watching the fresh cheese being hand-grated right at our table--it made the meal feel extra special and authentic. The owner personally took the time to walk us around, share recommendations, and make us feel right at home. That level of hospitality really stood out. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, and the restaurant was spotless, including the bathrooms. Everything, from the food to the service and even the packaging for our leftovers, reflected attention to detail and pride in the customer experience. If you're looking for authentic Italian food, exceptional hospitality, and a cozy atmosphere in Ocean City, Lombardi's is a must-visit. It's the kind of place that turns a meal into a memorable experience, and I can't wait to return!

It was a great service experience from start to finish !…read more Awesome stuff, welcoming host, very detailed and helpful people. Great owner very welcoming and hospitality friendly, compare to "ANTi6@st", but I am glad that he referred us to that place ! Food was real Italian experience. All payment forms accepted.

I spend time at the beach several times a year for STR interior design projects, and consistently…read morestruggle to find clean, high-quality food options. This was a notable exception. While not positioned as organic, the food reflects authentic Italian execution. The pizza stands out: a light, well-fermented airy crust, balanced and refined sauce, and thoughtfully curated toppings. The menu offers elevated, gourmet combinations without being overworked. Desserts are made in-house and well executed. The flourless cake, in particular, is rich without being heavy. A excellent pizzeria in an area where clean gourmet food is inconsistent. this is Worth returning to.. Mangia Bene !!!!

Let me begin by saying, we have always been huge Ripieno's fans. It's a place we rave about and…read morehave always brought family to or suggested they dine at while in OCMD. The Greek salad and Margherita pizza is our go to, but we have had their cheesesteak subs, lasagna, and their various assortments of desserts. Ripieno's special-brew chai iced tea is something else that has always kept us coming back. That is until today. While the pizza and salad were still very good, they weren't as outstanding as they have been in the past. Customer service is not the same as it once was. When we ordered the chai tea, this evening, no orange and lemon slices were offered. As we were dining outside, I walked in to ask if they had orange and lemon slices for the iced-tea available. The cashier first seemed as though he didn't see me, and then when i caught his attention and asked about the slices of orange and lemon for the tea, he looked at me as if he didn't not know what I was talking about. I looked at the girl behind the counter that walked over with the salad dressing that had not been delivered with our salads and asked her about the fruit. She looked confused as well and said they didn't have any. The iced-tea on its own is very good, but the slices of orange and lemon really make it great! Back to the food...when our pizza was brought to the table, the gentleman that delivered it, (I think he may have been attending the wood-fire oven) threw our paper plates on the table. Next came the Greek salads. We were short two sets of silverware which was noticed by the second server. She said she would return with silverware, but didn't. So, I went back inside and asked for the two sets of silverware we needed. I was asked if I wanted plastic. I responded that I would prefer metal silverware. The girl disappeared and returned several minutes later with the silverware. I realize it is the busy season, but the restaurant was not busy. We've been during the busy season and in the off season and have always had wonderful experiences. I am truly hoping that this was a one-time thing, and that Ripieno's will return to the same familiar place we used to love to go.

(June 2026) A couple…read moreof years ago, I bookmarked this restaurant just because my wife and I drove by it. At the time, we had just eaten dinner at a nearby fancy restaurant that was underwhelming. Last night, we finally made it in. As other reviewers have pointed out, parking is limited but got a spot as our reservation was at 4:45pm. In other restaurants, at times I would observe other servers being better than ours. However last night, I felt we had the best server. Olya was very good care of us and was really friendly. As for dinner, whenever my wife and I go to Italian restaurants, we tend to split items. We got the Insalata di Cesare ($15), Margherita pizza ($18), and Polpette ($14) which are 3 meatballs mixed with beef and pork. We ended dinner by splitting the cheesecake ($12) that included chocolate chips and a small cannoli on top. The only minor change I'd recommend is to change the croutons in the salad as they were really hard. Otherwise, everything else was absolutely fantastic!

Whole family really enjoyed everything at this charming restaurant! Service was outstanding! We…read moreloved the oil&vinegar bread dipper, meatballs appetizer, STAGIONE salad with fresh berries and cheese (was the favorite salad I've had ever!), AMERICANA pizza just right from the woodfire oven and lasagna! We were early without a reservation, but seemed like planning ahead might save a wait at busy times.

This was amazing! I was waiting to experience the cheese wheel pasta phenomenon... and this didnt…read moredisappointment. Staying in Ocean City was a blessing. The coastal breeze, familiar scents in the air - it was the perfect atmosphere. Arose from the sun-bleached afternoon, only to realize the Pasta Cheese Wheel place closed at like 8 or 9 pm. Luckily, it was only about a 12-minute walk from my hotel room. Bliss Bliss... The cheese was so thick, warm, and gooey; the staff was informative, and even 15 minutes before closing after a long hot day at the beach, they were willing to indulge an enthusiastic patron. I asked it the sausage was rustic... she showed me a pan and said... this is the sausage - the sausage is good.... It was a great experience. I ordered the chicken for my protein and fettuccine for my pasta; my daughter and I watched as they swirled the freshly made pasta in a giant cheese wheel. Full experience - and I enjoyed every minute. Also - they do not skimp on the size. It was gigantic. The bowl was huge. But also so super delicious- I couldn't put it down. Just kept eating and eating until it was completed. Must try.

We recently went to Cheese Wheel Pasta on a trip to Ocean City. We got take out and that was…read moreperfect because there's not many picnic tables to be able to sit and no indoor space. I got the ragu and it was delicious. Highly recommend. I also tried a bite of the penne alla vodka and it was a little too spicy for me. They were also out of pesto which was a bummer. Overall would definitely come back!

We visited Sophia's on a short weekend trip, and had the most wonderful, kind server you could…read moreimagine. Iva was so sweet and works so hard. The food was delicious as well. Exactly the place we needed to sit down and relax after our long drive.

The food was great but the service was Fantastic! Danielle…read morewas such a pleasure. Beautiful smile and outstanding personality made the experience a real pleasure.

Check in as I already reviewed... on Friday nights they apparently have 1/2 price entrees (eat in)…read moreand 1/2 price takeout pizza. We had a party of 5 (1kid) had entrees, salads , drinks , a loaf of garlic bread, and 2 pizzas to go for $125 plus tip. Everything was good... my only criticism was that they were understaffed. Thus 4 stars instead of 5. They could've had another server and a hostess.

We didn't wait very long Sunday night for dinner. Service was pleasant and we ordered various…read moreitems: pepperoni/sausage pizza, artichoke chicken linguini w capers, beef bolognese, and kids spaghetti. Everyone enjoyed their meals, generously sized, and with garlic bread on the side of the pasta dishes. I highly recommend to try the chicken artichoke w capers - the sauce was just right and not too lemony. The leftovers were great the next day too. Definitely recommend this place for Italian in OCMD.

First time - and in OCMD - visiting from New Jersey. We…read morewanted a place to grab a quick lunch and try something different so after looking up online we decided to give it a try. Pretty cool alternative place with a cool "punk" beach vibe. Staff polite and very nice. We ordered sodas for the kids and got ourselves 2 cocktails, one mule and another one with gin (they were ok, a little too sweet, needed a little more balance (the only thing that needed work honestly). I been craving a "lobster roll" and I ordered one - and I'm glad I did - they did not went light on lobster let me tell you. Very well served portion and the flavor was off the charts. I split this with my wife and still managed to "steal" some fries from my kids lol. Crab cake was well cooked and very good too and the chicken tacos were interesting with the Doritos smashed all over them, different, and my oldest kid ate everything! In the end, very glad we stopped by and decided to come here. Would deff come back!

Two visits during our two week stay, the food was so good I insisted on coming back. Bartender…read moreMackenzie took good care of me at the outside bar where she was still pretty slammed at 630 pm on a Monday. I ordered a drink and pondered the menu while watching what my neighbors ordered. The tacos were indeed on corn tortillas (by request according to our server on our second visit). The shrimp boil looked excellent although the couple next to me preferred the aguachile version. We missed happy hour both times, which was disappointing because I paid $12 for the same sangria that is half that price before five pm. No worries, it was delicious either way. The sangria came half full in an extra large glass because they were out of normal glasses. It's garnished with a sprig of rosemary and an orange wedge. I settled on the Blitzkreig Bibimbap bowl, a fabulous creation with a perfect steak over basmati rice garnished with avocado, seaweed salad, kimchee and a fried egg with spicy sauce. WOW I loved this dish. Tried to recreate it at a mongolian bbq later and missed by a mile. Shotti's Point has a varied menu and seems to do a stellar job on ALL OF IT. Ordered a Old Pro Chicken wrap for husband to go, he was back at the vacation rental while my exercise walk ended up at the bar. He had to eat it twice to finish the wrap so it was large, but alas I did not secure a photo. He saved his side (a literal bag of doritos). They got the "avocado on the side" part correct and left the chili sauce on the side too. He thought the shaved egg was an odd addition to this wrap but otherwise it was good. On a second visit together, he ordered a pepperoni mushroom pizza while I had the El Guapo tacos. No drinks, as we had been to Seacrets that day for a distillery tour and needed to hydrate! The pizza was a beautiful creation, lightly charred crust and hunks of fresh burrata dotted with curled up pepperoni cups. The tacos were delicious, but it was not the blackened chicken that made my nose run it was the bangkok chili sauce! Topped with a bit of lettuce and cabbage, the chicken seemed a little dry. Requested and received a side of the most delicious salsa, so then I was very happy. The corn tortillas were dry, could have used more time on the griddle with a little oil. They lost structural integrity long before being fully consumed. This was a quick visit at the bar for our meals since there were two seats immediately available. The place was packed at 7pm on a Thursday, a testament to the quality of their food. It was loud and fun, but we ate and ran (with no argument from our bartender). I did enjoy sitting by the pizza prep station and watching the artists at work. Smile.