It's so nice to find a local Italian Deli & market. The small store is filled with great gifts,…read moreItalian specialities, wines, sweets & some prepared items. You can drop in & place your order or call it in. The folks at the counter are amazing! So friendly & helpful. They can assist in getting you some fresh Italian speciality items from their refrigerated case. I had the Eggplant Parm & it was fantastic! Rosanna's is tucked away in a small shopping area with plenty of parking. Go order some sphaget soon!!

I love everything about this place and it's been an Encinitas staple since I was a teenager when…read morethey were on 101 and it was known as the Italian market!

The food was amazing!!! The staff is insanely friendly, constantly check up on how you're doing…read more The ambiance was great as well. Super friendly/homey vibe and I love it. I love Italian food, and this has already become one of my favorite places! I wholeheartedly recommend, and I'm definitely coming back! (I'd add a photo but I ate the food too fast)

Got four gelatos for free! Had my friends get dissed for liking Alfredo sauce. 10/10 experience,…read morewould recommend.

Of course, when in town, Assenti's is a must-visit! We love their customer service and the…read moreattention to detail, everything is made fresh, and the pasta is top-notch. This family-owned spot has been a staple in the community forever, and for good reason. Their authentic Italian dishes are consistently delicious. The owner and staff truly care about their craft, and it shows in every bite. Whether you're craving fresh pasta, gnocchi or something more adventurous, like their house-made sauces(Puttanesca, my fav), Assenti's never disappoints.

Dropped my this little Italian grocery store while visiting Little Italy! They have an amazing…read morevariety of fresh pastas and dry pastas. Found some bucatini pasta and had to grab it. I talked to the owner and he told me they supply many of the Italian restaurants with their fresh pasta. I'm definitely coming back.

We tried's Mom's for the first time tonight. AMAZING…read more Order: small white pizza, meatballs and GF flourless chocolate cake. We ride bikes by there frequently and have always wanted to check it out, having both worked in the restaurants industry. We finally looked at the menu on our mobiles and were very impressed with the variety of offerings. I placed an order online for pickup - easy. I drove over there to find a great setting for an Italian restaurant, cozy comfortable with great art and deco. My only problem now is determining if going back tonight is crossing the line for a new addiction.

Bri was great! Quick and friendly service and a wonderful wine recommendation too. We had the beef…read moreand basil Stromboli and bbq chicken pizza... yum!

My oh my where do I even begin...This is the greatest thing that has ever happened to me in my…read moreculinary life. The service, spectacular, the food, unbelievable tasty, the ambiance and vide, unmatched by any earthly presence. The freshly made pasta and attitude of the owners is a blessing to this country.

We are visiting the area and found this lil gem and my daughter loved the fusilli with cream sauce…read moreso much she wanted it two nights in a row. The spaghetti with meatballs is great also.

Al Dente is one of those small neighborhood spots where the food feels much more ambitious than the…read morespace. The pasta is all handmade, and you can genuinely taste the difference in both quality and flavor. The noodles have that fresh, slightly chewy texture that packaged pasta just does not have, and everything tastes carefully made rather than mass produced. The bolognese is spectacular: deep, rich, meaty, and comforting without feeling overwhelmingly heavy. It is the kind of dish that makes you slow down because every bite is worth paying attention to. The salads are also surprisingly substantial. The chopped salad, in particular, is a generous portion and packed with flavor, so it feels like a real part of the meal instead of an afterthought. Save room for the tiramisu, which is very good: creamy, balanced, and a great finish after the richer pasta. The only downside is the ambiance. The interior is tiny, so when it gets busy it can feel hectic and cramped. Still, the service is amazing, friendly, attentive, and impressively efficient despite the limited space inside.

We ordered the Bucatini Carbonara, and my boyfriend ordered the eggplant pasta dish. The pasta…read moretexture was very good, and we absolutely loved the eggplant dish! The only thing I didn't understand was the Carbonara. It tasted very different from other carbonaras we've tried, it was greasy oily and bitter! . I noticed other people who ordered it before and after us seemed to enjoy theirs, but I couldn't even finish mine. I'm not sure if there was something off only with my dish or if the flavor just wasn't for us. Other than that, it's a very nice restaurant with excellent service.

Whoever rates this place anything less than 5 stars is wrong…read more Carlsbad location has the NICEST staff, quick wait times, DELICIOUS food, nails the order every time, and overall just a great experience. My go-to for nighttime meals or snack time with their side options. (you have to try the buffalo chicken mac not even lactose intolerance can't stop me for that one)

There aren't too many locations of this chain around but the food is generally good to very good…read moreand, I admit, I just forget to go here. A nice BOGO deal brought me in and I'm not mad about it. We tried the Spicy Korean Steak Noodles and it was moderately spicy but had some sweetness, too. The Rigatoni Rosa with Parmesan Chicken definitely needed more seasoning but the parmesan chicken is very good. I could have easily just eaten a huge bowl of that chicken. And the portion we received was huge. We ordered takeout but the interior is pleasant enough. The employees we interacted with were all very friendly. If I lived a little closer, I would visit more often. The food sounds and looks kind of healthy and, even though it's probably not, it's easy enough to deceive myself.

Bro the pasta is *chefs kiss* Super fresh…read more Super yummy I literally get it every time I'm here 10/10

Came here on a weekend on a whim. Was not aware there was a place making fresh pasta in this…read moreplace. Ordered the chicken Alfredo. Fresh perfectly cooked pasta with a nice Alfredo sauce and super crispy chicken on top. It's rare to find a small business turning out quality like this at reasonable prices. I've head lower quality for more money at chain restaurants. There are other place within this food hall but this one was a pleasant surprise. Recommend

Finally got to try this place and I loved every bite of my pasta! I was torn between one of the…read moreallegro favorites (uni pasta and bolognese) and the Mentai. My friend recommended the Mentai and if you're a first timer, I would too. It was rich with umami flavor from the mushroom, a little salty with texture from the roe, and just creamy enough where you didn't need something to cut through. Comes with bread and side salad. My toddler also enjoyed it, which says a lot! The service was quick. There's a wait list to check in your party on the iPad. They seat you once full party arrives. High chairs available. It's a cozy place and seems like they can accommodate all sorts of parties from 2 people to large families. Shared free parking lot with other businesses, was not difficult to find. Would definitely come back again!

Pasta e Pasta is such a lovely gem. It's a small restaurant that definitely has a homey vibe to it…read more Their Japanese Italian fusion pasta is what drew me in. I tried both their uni pasta and their mentai creme pasta; while both are delicious, I'd say I favored the uni pasta more! The Japanese flavors are so unique and bring a whole new umami sensation to the pasta. They also have a hot sauce/ spicy oil (?) at the table that I'd recommend splashing a little bit onto your dish for a nice kick of flavor! Besides the yummy main dishes, the staff really seals the deal in how amazing this place is. They are so so kind and extremely attentive. You can really tell that they love what they do and are so excited for you to try their unique dishes. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a pasta place!

What's not to love about this place. I would say that I am torn between gate keeping and making…read morethis place known cuz it's that good LOL. But that would be selfish. If you're looking for some of the best eats you've ever had ... I literally drive all the way from the SFV to come to this place when I'm craving a delicious sandwich and the best chocolate chip cookie you can buy. Italian dishes made fresh and even to go options galore. It's like a boutique deli grocery store. Parking: small free parking lot on site ( literally only 4 spaces) + handicap parking. There is a lot across the street you can park at as well. Ambiance: Rustic, quaint, casual. But cute enough to have a date at as there is limited seating. Trust me, if your date likes some good Seating: seat yourself. small tables though, up to 4 maybe 6 people max. And cute two people tables for a sweet date. Food: Prosciutto de Parma with pesto mayo is my go to. I even ask for them to today it because I like the miserable melted. I'll be honest and say I don't like cheese... Except the mozzarella they have here, it's exquisite. Secret ingredient is there pesto mayo. It elevated an already tasty sandwich to an incredibly delectable masterpiece with the prosciutto slightly toasted. Turkey Sandwich: hearty and so fresh. My husband loves this. Pick up hair pink sauce and some fresh pasta too! This place has so many options to try out! Chocolate chip cookie: do not leave this place without trying their cookie. They sell out quick too so call ahead and reserve it!

Padua Pasta Makers: where the noodles are handmade, the ambience is okay, and the owner is…read moreauditioning for a reboot of Seinfeld. The pasta? Fantastic. The owner? Imagine the Soup Nazi but with less charm and harsher stares. I asked a simple question about the menu and got a response that felt like I'd violated a sacred oath. I half expected her to slam the counter and yell, "NO FETTUCCINE FOR YOU!" while banishing me from the premises. Still... the food is good enough that I might return. I'll just rehearse my order beforehand like it's a Broadway monologue.