I've always lived in Redwood City but I haven't tried all the restaurants in/around the downtown…read morearea yet. I decided to try Donato because I saw that they had Happy Hour from 4-6:30pm. The cocktails were superb; they had the right amount of alcohol without tasting bitter. I didn't think I would like the Penicillin drink because the liquor was whiskey, but it tasted perfect and fruity, and so did the spritz. I also enjoyed a light lager. We ordered two of the mini burgers from the happy hour menu; the meat wasn't as moist as I'd like it to be, but the mustard really tied it together. I have to say the fries were absolutely delicious, the potato flavor wasn't overly greasy or salty like most placed make their french fries. Service was paced well, we didn't feel rushed and were able to relax. I will definitely be returning for happy hour!!

Honestly, this review is frustrating to write because Donato Enoteca is such a beautiful space. The…read morerestaurant itself is huge with multiple dining pockets, gorgeous wine displays, and a really upscale atmosphere that makes you expect an amazing meal. The best thing we had all night was the mussels appetizer. The red sauce was genuinely phenomenal and the toasted bread with it was perfect. That dish alone gave me high hopes. Unfortunately, almost everything after that missed the mark. The branzino was deconstructed tableside, which was a nice touch, but the fish itself was thin, underwhelming, and still had bones throughout it. Then when we asked for more of the bread from the mussel dish, we got this giant puffed pita-style bread instead, which totally confused us. The salad barely resembled a salad. There were maybe a handful of arugula leaves with scattered toppings, and it just didn't feel balanced or thought out. Then dessert came out cold, stale, and to make matters worse, there was literally a bug in the sauce. The wine was good and the service team itself was friendly, but the meal felt like one strange disappointment after another. Maybe this place shines more with traditional Italian dishes, but based on this experience I don't think I'd come back.

We came here because BTS ate here. The restaurant was packed when we arrived, so we ended up…read moreordering takeout instead. We got 4 pizzas: the sausage and honey, classic margherita, mushrooms and onions, and the sausage and roasted garlic. We also ordered a couple of their small plates (pork meatballs with tomato sauce and the grilled pears with burrata). The best thing about this spot is that they cook their pizzas in a wood fired oven. The crust comes out with just the right amount of char and has that perfect mix of crispy and chewy. Everything we ordered was delicious. The toppings tasted fresh, and each pizza had its own distinct flavor. My favorite was the sausage and roasted garlic pizza. The roasted garlic added so much flavor, and honestly, I could probably eat 2 whole pies by myself. We'll be back for sure.

Located downtown Redwood City where the shops and walkways are slightly lit up with live ambiance…read more You have people who are talking late night strolls with their children, their loved ones, or just having dinner. A pull away from reality where the Bay Area moves so fast with time. Vesta is located in the middle of that. They have an indoor and outdoor seating which is great when the weather permits, and you wanna bring your pup for a nice walk and some pizza. I genuinely love the place because of the customer service. They are generally super sweet, and so attentive. You don't know what to eat, ask the server for their recommendations. Everything is made in house, and is so good! I probably tried half the menu, and so far, everything I've had was amazing. Even during closing time, they don't rush you while you're having conversations that might last a little longer than anticipated, but of course, we had to be aware of ourselves because people tryna go home! Highly recommend.

My Husband and I were planning to go to another restaurant for his Birthday but we decided it was…read moregoing to be too busy and too loud for the mood we were in so we headed down to Laurel street. We tossed between this and another place we have been a lot of times. We decided to give Pranzi a try. Oh My! I am so glad we did! We started with the burrata bruschetta and it was delicious! We ordered Conchiglie Free range chicken, broccoli sundried tomatoes sherry, wine & cream Entrees Farm Chicken Mary"s marinated airline double chicken breast, calabrian pepper, aioli, farm vegetables & roasted yukon gold potato These were both Devine! They were amazing and so full of Flav and complexity! It really was an excellent experience and meal. We are outdoors with a lovely heater and the staff was great!

Love the service here...not sure on the spelling, but Ayatullah was so enjoyable and really…read moreenhanced our experience - so friendly. We didn't do anything real exciting for food; beet salad - ok, Short Rib Ravioli - delish, Chicken Parmesan - fresh noodles but lacking in flavor, pretty bland But the ambience is nice - maybe better selections next time.

Had another lovely meal at Deilzie Tuesday night, and was told that they will unfortunately, be…read moreclosing tomorrow, 29 May 2026. Although they were able to stay afloat during COVID, the current quickly inflating food costs have taken their toll. Where, oh where, will I go now for wonderful Italian cooking?!? I wish the owners, chefs, and staff nothing but the best, and hope you all find new employment opportunities quickly!

Super delicious food! Great atmosphere and awesome service!…read more I have celiacs and they had a lot of gf options! I order the lemon soda, so fresh and delicious! For my entree, I got the Fettuccine à la Nona, and it was sooooo good and creamy, and it had the perfect amount of spice. The gf pasta was a bit hard, but the sauce totally fixed it. Given it 5 stars bc it was a great experience, our server was super nice and food was very tasty! The Pinot noir wine soooo good too. It had notes of cherry and it was very smooth going down... I don't drink, but my husband order it and I took a couple sips bc it was such a good wine

This has been a regular destination for my wife and I for Friday dinner for a number of years…read more Always a great experience. But tonight was just, well, odd. The first thing we noticed was our host with the handlebar mustache wasn't coordinating the dining room as he always was. OK, maybe he had a night off. The menu seemed the same, with a few new starters. We decided to try the "Pears" starter. Ick. The gorgonzola balsamic sauce was just gross. I thought maybe it was just me, but the table next to us had the same reaction. As they tasted it they had the "WTF is this???" face. I'm not sure who thought this tasted good, but it wasn't us. YMMV Both our entrees were things we ordered before. Good, formulaic. Nothing special. One of the things I noticed was every entree STILL had scalloped potatoes as a side (no substitutions). They've had those for years. Time to try something new, chef. But the truly weird part came when the table next to us was ordering. The waiter described totally different specials. We were offered grilled mahi-mahi, and the specials described for them were halibut or short rib. WTF? They were literally the table seated after us. Something is slipping here. The menu is stale and the staff uncoordinated. There are too many good restaurants in the area for us to come back. Ciao Vino Santo.

We came on a weekend night. The place was busy but not loud, had a rustic Italian charm to it. The…read moreventilation was a bit poor, it got progressively stuffier and hotter as the dinner progressed. It's a cute place for a date night dinner or family gathering. Calamari - lightly battered, crispy and succulent Corn soup - smooth silky texture, not too heavy, good corn flavor Rigatoni - slightly acidic marinara sauce, pasta on the softer side, wasn't particularly memorable Pappardelle - nice bits of pancetta, smoky flavor with sweet zesty sauce, pasta cooked Al dente Scallop - sweet succulent and tender scallops, I personally wasn't a fan of the brown butter sauce, it detracted from the sweetness of the scallops, risotto was creamy and flavorful Tiramisu - mild, soft, bot much coffee liqueur flavor We were stuffed by the end of the meal. A pasta dish per person is quite a lot of food. Solid, conventional Italian food.

Came here for a weekday lunch date with my husband. We went all out and ordered 2 appetizers (crab…read morecakes and calamari), 2 mains (veal piccata and black pepper fettuccine), AND dessert (creme brulee) along with a half bottle of pinot noir. All of this on a Monday. The dipping sauce for the bread was insane. Not your standard olive oil/balsamic vinegar dip! The pasta was delicious with a silky cream sauce. The veal piccata came with a mound of spinach which I loved as it's something I never get to have since the rest of the family is averse. I must've blacked out from a food coma because we literally ate all of it - no leftovers to take home. Unhinged, sure, but we had a delightful time on a dreary day! Wouldn't have changed a thing.

We had dinner with some good friends here over the winter break. It was a good thing we had a…read morereservation since this placed was crazy packed and busy on the night we came. We were seated inside at a table along the wall. The inside is very intimate with dimmed lights, but the atmosphere was very lively with many tables having great conversation and laughter all around. If you are looking for a quiet spot, this probably is not your spot. Our waiter was very kind, efficient, and quick when taking our orders. He did not miss a beat on the drink orders and had everything to us in a jiffy. We ordered the following items: - Fried Calamari - Chicken Caesar Salad - Saffron Pappardelle - Penne with Chicken - Grilled Salmon - Marinated Terriyaki Skit Steak Everything was cooked and seasoned well. The wine and cocktail selection was extensive and the portions were enough to leave you not wanting dessert. Overall - it was a great experience and we will be back to try other items.

Great restaurant with winery in San Carlos. Located in seemed to be a warehouse and business…read morelocation. Parking is somewhat difficult with small parking lot adjacent to winery. Although There was a Parking lot attendant guiding you to parking at the neighborhood business's which was a small walk. Dined here for a retirement event so we small area reserved for 30 of us. Food was great. Service was great. Bar inside was great and Wine that they make in house was amazing. Would love to dine again if in the area.

I absolutely love coming to Domenico Winery! As a member, it's become one of my favorite places to…read moreunwind and enjoy great wine without having to make the trip out to Napa. One of my favorite things about this winery is the table-side tasting experience, it feels so much more relaxed and elevated compared to the traditional tasting bar setup. You can truly sit back, take your time, and enjoy the wines at your own pace. The wines themselves are fantastic, and I appreciate the variety they offer. It's clear there's a lot of care and quality behind every pour. I also love that they have food available, which makes it easy to turn a tasting into a full experience. Their patio is another huge plus--spacious, inviting, and dog-friendly, which is perfect for me. Bringing my dog, Chanel along makes the experience even better. On top of all that, the service is always warm, attentive, and welcoming. You really feel taken care of here. If you're looking for a great local winery with amazing wine, a relaxed atmosphere, and thoughtful service, Domenico Winery is a gem. Highly recommend!

A+++++ meal and service. I arrived early on a Friday evening and cheerful hostess let me snag a…read more2-top outside in the gorgeous weather. Menu joy seeing Arancini - Sicilian rice balls - as an appy. Spectacular taste, texture and filling. Order of spinach and cheese handmade ravioli - OMG - perfection! Also popped for meatball appy to add bulk to my planned leftover. Service was attentive in that perfect team way: server, busser, second server stopping to check. Bonus for after dinner back at my hotel was the light and sweet tiramisu. If I lived local this would be my go-to.

Overall 3.5 stars for a to go order, reduced overall 1.5 stars due to the acidity of their tomato…read moresauce, as the well made Italian tomato sauce should not be acidic, acidity is a sign of underdevelopment (I think if cooked slow and steady would give it a nice depth and that umami flavor that we love so much, but rushed sauce is bright and sharp but not in the best way). We love Italian food, and I can't believe we haven't tried this spot yet, so we took it to go as I wanted Pasta. We tried their Arancini di Riso - it was delicious but acidic due to the tomato sauce, reduced 1.5 stars for heartburn from it. Arancini di Riso - 3 stars as it was pretty acidic, good tomato sauce is not supposed to be acidic Cesare - their Cesare dressing is great and delicious - 5 stars Gnocchi Tartufati - 4.5 stars, I did like the sauce, it's delicious, the Gnocchi was a bit mushy hence reduced it by half a star, the taste was good Kids Penne Al Burro - 3 stars stars, it's basic, their "butter sauce" is just plain butter, super light and not much in it Mezzelune Di Ricotta - 4 stars, it was okay for me but my husband loved it Can't comment on the service or the ambience, as this was a to go order. Will definitely try it again and update the review

Call me an older timer (ok don't please!) but I remember this place when it was once called Rumi…read more Fast forward it now to Pazzo which has now been a staple on Laurel Street for a looooong time! This place deserved a review awhile ago as this is now my 3rd time back to experience with stretches in between (I moved around a bit, nothing personal!) This last time though for sure deserves all the stars! We decided to come here because my kiddos wanted pizza AND pasta. As it once was said, "Hey! Give them want they want!"... we had just finished a play date so serious hunger was upon us. Pazzo came to mind and I had never taken the kids with me so we just went for it, and thank you brick oven gods for leading us straight to you. It was quite busy and we lucked out getting a seat quickly, we were met with the sweetest most understand cool waiter (a young gent) that saw my kids ravenous faces and helped get us settled and eating quick! His service was beyond and I am super regretting for forgetting his name! We ordered 1 Caesar salad so good kids asked for another. For meal ordered 2 seafood linguinis and a sausage pizza. Everything was just delicious and just right...you can't beat the atmosphere which is loud (not obnoxiously) and family and fun date friendly! This place has a following and you should get on it too if you haven't yet tried!

After hearing about Pazzo and the rave reviews my son and I decided to check it out ourselves. To…read moreavoid the crowds we arrived a little past four, the opening time. There were already several persons at the tables. We ordered the Margarita pizza, beet and arugola salad, and arancini. I would like to say that it met our expectations, but sadly we were not impressed. While the pizza had a nice crispy thin crust, the meager topping lacked flavor and was on the dry side. The beet salad could have more beers and dressing, and the arancini were on the bland side. i'm glad we tried the restaurant and I don't know what all the hoopla is about.. PS: Pazzo means crazy in italian .

We had such a wonderful experience at Roma in Menlo Park. My mom made a reservation for 10 of us…read moreafter Easter service, and everything was perfect from the start. They set up our table in a beautiful indoor-outdoor space, and with the amazing weather, the whole atmosphere felt special. The staff was incredibly warm and hospitable, and once our full party arrived, everything flowed smoothly from appetizers to the main course. Every dish was top-notch. The highlight for me was the carbonara. It's the only place I've found that truly makes it the way they do in Rome. A few years ago, I visited Rome and, like a classic tourist, ate carbonara nonstop. Ever since then, I haven't been able to find anything that compares--until now. One bite honestly took me right back. Highly recommend. We'll definitely be coming back.

3.5 stars. My most…read morerecent Roma experience was on the evening of Thursday, May 28, 2026. Mom was craving squid ink pasta, so she suggested this place for our dinner destination. I had visited once before and also remembered ordering take-out from them a few years ago. I wasn't super impressed by them back then, but was open to seeing if I would have an improved opinion of them. Roma ITALIAN CUISINE is a casual dining spot that serves authentic dishes at Menlo Park's main drag, Santa Cruz Avenue. They offer both indoor, comfy quarters and sidewalk seating options equipped with heat lamps. Their warm, neighbourhood vibe with white-tablecloth comfort provides a relaxed atmosphere ideal for unwinding. Mom called Roma shortly after 7:30 PM to see if they had a table for five available for us. No problem, so we headed straight to the restaurant and arrived around 7:45 PM. We were quickly seated and served iced water. Unfortunately, we had to return 1.5 rounds of the water because the glasses were dirty. Mom asked our waitress/server #1 for sliced lemon for our water to which she was told that the kitchen ran out of lemons. Interestingly, our waiter/server#2 brought out the requested slices. This was the waitress' strike #1. Roma's cuisine is more traditional than trendy, serving an array of classic Northern Italian inspired dishes. In addition to the warm, soft complimentary bread, below are what we had for dinner: GNOCCHI ($27) + grilled chicken ($11) - The green pesto looked richly tasty and the potato dumplings looked plump and pillowy. V was a fan of his dish. SQUID INK PESCATORE ($38) - Both Mom and Z ordered this PASTA, but Z requested to substitute the clams with more of the other seafoods. Initially, we were told by the waitress/server #1 that there would be an extra charge for subbing the clams, but our waiter/server #2 ensured that where was no such surcharge. Strike #2 for waitress #1. Initial misinformation aside, Z and Mom were happy with their orders. LASAGNA ($30) - Substantial in size. Chaz finished every bite with enjoyment. POLLO MARSALA ($32) - Very good. I was pleasantly surprised to finally enjoy a dish at Roma. Service kicked off with major disappointment due to our waitress'/server#1's falsifications. Mom was extremely displeased by her which was completely understandable. Thankfully, our waiter/server #2 was much more helpful and friendly. He saved our dinner experience...and my opinion of Roma did, indeed, improve.