My family has been eating here since they opened in 1972. I was 2 years old. I had birthday parties…read morethere as a child and my now 24 year old son had birthday parties there as a child. My parents have passed away now but this was one of their favorite places to eat and they did so 1-2 times a week. We also had baby showers there. They always treated us like family! Really good people who consistently served really good food! I can't say I have ever had bad food or service there ever! I have so many memories there that I could go on and on about. I also grew up knowing Harold that now owns it and we love him too! Such a good hearted person. Some of our favorite dishes there are the pizza. Best pizza I have ever eaten, their regular and baked spaghetti, lasagna, stuffed shells, their Italian sub, all of their salads are good. I know I am probably forgetting some things but the point is for our family they are 5 out of 5 stars in every category! My youngest son's 18th birthday is coming up and all he has talked about for weeks now is wanting to eat there for his birthday! I have a lot of photos from there from over the years and as I find them I will add them here. Our whole family just loves them!

First time here, and here are the highlights:…read more Lots of seating areas so great for groups but even for small parties. Since they do have different sections, if you are with a group you are not disturbing others. I was with a group of about 23 including some kids and we had the whole room to ourselves which was great! We had two servers taking care of our group which also was great! They did a wonderful job! Now food...the standout was the complementary bread! It was nice and toasted. I had two slices! The Italian salad combo was a little lackluster but it was nice that it came with provolone and salami. My pizza slices came out cold but it wasn't bad reheated at home in the air fryer. Not what was really bad and i actually threw it out was the Italian wedding soup! It also came out a little cold but I had to run so I thought it would be better heated up at home. Nope still had a very off flavor and couldn't even eat it. Not running back here when there are other Italian restaurants to try and eat at in the area!

They have the best oregano EVER!…read more ............................................................................................................................

We visited on a Friday night, the weekend of July 4th and had a great food! We ordered a Chicken…read morePhilly and a Turkey and cheese sub with a side of fries. Everything was made to order. We did call it in and picked it up. The establishment is a good size. The staff were very friendly and attentive. There is plenty of parking in the plaza. They have ample seating if you would like to sit inside and eat. Their menu is vast as well. The food was delicious! Try them out!

We like their pizza. The toppings and pizza sauce were good as well as the bread. Will come back…read moreand try some more off their menu.

My coworker took me here for lunch. The food was delicious! And you can't beat 7.99 for an…read moreall-you-can-eat spaghetti lunch! It came with a drink and some bread. Next time, I want to try a sub! It's definitely a locals place! The server seem to remember everybody in there. The portions were extremely large! They have pizza, burgers, subs and as you can see, pasta! I really like the meat sauce. I guess there's vegetarian options! I have to admit, I didn't look. There was a kid's menu. Large place so it's good for families, large groups. Really cool place so I would stop in!

Food was amazing, the service was spot on…read more I drive most days for work and don't need a huge meal. I found this Gem by accident. I was looking for pizza by the slice, this place met my calling. I ordered two supreme slice, It was about half a pan. Let me say i did not need dinner. i highly recommend this place. Great food good service.

Came to Anna's again, and Pepe made another amazing pizza. If you haven't come to Anna's you need…read moreto. It's one of the best around.

Azzurri had the freshest, most generously portioned, most reasonably priced, and most delicious…read moreItalian food I've had in Newport News. While others may have a more extensive wine list, Azzurri blends family-friendly comfort food with a warm, inviting, and clean atmosphere. Pair that with the friendly, personable staff and restaurant full of regulars and locals, and you have a winner all around. I even saw one couple walk in, hold up two fingers, and were recognized and seated immediately by the owner (by the way, this place is owned and run by a family--one gentleman even cooks in the kitchen some while his mother serves guests.) I've ordered the same dish elsewhere and this was the best I've had. It was absolutely clear to me that everything truly was homemade. If I had any suggestions, it would be a more extensive wine list and olives in the house salad! But that's trivial really, because this place is already a total gem. I look forward to many more meals here. Not pictured here is the pizza; a local fan favorite that I can vouch for.

Went here with a group of 7 and they got us seated right away, pretty impressive for a smaller spot…read moreon a busy night. You could tell the staff was hustling to keep up with all their tables, but they never dropped the ball. Nice cozy vibe too, felt intimate without being cramped. Portions were generous, no complaints there. We had a mix of pastas and pizzas across the table and everyone walked away happy -- food was solidly in the 7.5-8.5/10 range from all of us. Only thing , entrees come with a salad, but you can upgrade to soup instead. I'm not really a salad guy so I asked about soup, and I'm glad I did because it was really good. Just wish that was more clearly listed on the menu (maybe I missed it, but a few of us didn't realize it was an option until I asked). Definitely worth a revisit.

So this is a nice little pizza place with a great concept for a five dollar cheese pizza slice. It…read morejust fell a little short on the execution this time around. It probably needed a couple more minutes in the oven also would present better. It wasn't being held to be served with two cheap white paper plates. I would give this place a try one more time.

Stopped by after work for a quick bite. Cute spot. Few tables. Solo bar seats in the window. The…read more15 minutes I was there was a steady stream of walk ins for a slice of this or that. One family of 6 was there working a full pie- which is unbelievably HUGE! Not the best but not the worst pizza in town.

Love the pizza. Subs were really good and full but got one today and have really cut back on the…read moremeat, bread still very good just to much bread not enough meat. Salad is small for price. I know things have really gone up . Will still get my pizza I Love them but not sure if will get another sub, like to taste the meat.

Wow! This is the best pizza I've had in awhile. Perfect crust, great sauce, yum yum yum!read more

Mama Rosa's Italian Family Restaurant deserves far more than five stars. We hosted a private…read moregathering there on March 9, 2026, after a funeral, and the experience was extraordinary from beginning to end. Anthony was phenomenal throughout the entire process. He stayed in touch with me from the moment we booked, checked in often, and made sure everything ran smoothly the day of. His warmth, professionalism, and genuine care set the tone for the whole event. The entire family and staff were just as kind and attentive. We had over 75 guests, and every single person had something wonderful to say, the food was delicious, the service was flawless, and the atmosphere felt like being welcomed into someone's home. They truly went above and beyond for us. After the event, a few of us lingered and were joined by their Nona (Mima). She is pure light - warm, welcoming, and full of love. Sharing stories and hugs with her was something I'll always treasure. Mama Rosa's isn't just a restaurant. It's a place filled with heart, family, and genuine hospitality. Do not hesitate -- go.

Good pizza and great pasta dishes. Visited from out of town and really enjoyed our meal here…read more Great ambiance, good cocktails and good service.