What a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. The hospitality was incredible, and the food was outstanding. We started with the burrata and calamari, and every dish was flavorful, fresh, and perfectly prepared. We also shared the octopus and meatballs, both of which were exceptional. For our entrées, the chicken parm was excellent, the lemon chicken was unbelievably juicy, and the flank steak with arugula salad was cooked perfectly. For dessert, we enjoyed the tiramisu and panna cotta, which were the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. The service truly elevated the experience. Our server provided excellent recommendations throughout the evening, including wine pairings that were absolutely on point. The espresso martini was also one of the best I've had in a long time. It's easy to find a restaurant with good food. It's much harder to find one that combines exceptional food, attentive service, and genuine hospitality. This place delivered on all three. A memorable evening, and we will definitely be back. Highly recommended. read more

The ambiance is wonderful and the food was great. I've need had such wonderful octopus and the lobster ravioli was to die for! I wish I could've got seconds! read more

The meatballs in my dish were spongy processed meat I could've bought frozen at Trader Joe's. I expected more for a $25 plate. The service was not friendly, the one guy working the bar and the dining room was impatient. I requested half a mista salad which they obliged but still charged me full price. The dining room is nice, but I can't recommend this place, sadly. read more

We came here on a Saturday night. It's easy to find tables here and plenty of street or garage parking near by. The service was excellent, very attentive and friendly. The menu is typical for an Italian restaurant. They have a good selection of wines and drinks. We started the dinner with their complimentary bread and caprese. The bread tasted much better than it looks. Not all Italian restaurants now serve bread to start, so that's definitely a good start. Caprese is good, as you would expect. We asked for more balsamic vinegar because it truly tastes better with it. For our entrees, I enjoyed my Penne al Polpo. Not very strong octopus flavor, but loved it cooked in with the sauce. Penne could be firmer. The spaghetti alle Vongole had strong garlic flavor, and the clams were okay. We had better before, so it's not bad. Overall, we enjoyed the dinner! read more

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3.8 This is a hard one. When we entered there was only 2 other parties seated in the whole place. It did have a very weary, almost sad ambiance. They just do a ton of uber eats and take out bc it was a no mans land. They seated us right away but the table wasn't properly set and was almost scattered like someone just threw a few silverware settings and plates down. Super sloppy and it threw us off. The tables need to be replaced, the paint is peeling. There are no candles or center pieces. It's very un kept and does not feel like an Italian restaurant downtown. Our server was very friendly and attentive so he was 5/5. The food was 4./5 but the ambiance and condition of the restaurant were a 2/5. I might get it for take out but I would never eat there again. It has downtown pricing for a very run down restaurant. read more

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We recently hosted a corporate event and reserved the entire restaurant for approximately 50 guests, and I cannot say enough good things about Sergio and the entire team at Roma Mia. From the moment our guests arrived, the experience was exceptional. The kitchen kept a continuous flow of delicious appetizers and dishes coming throughout the evening, ensuring that everyone was well fed and able to enjoy a wide variety of offerings. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for both business networking and socializing. What truly stood out was the level of service. Sergio and his staff were attentive, professional, and incredibly accommodating throughout the event. Every detail was handled seamlessly, allowing us to focus on our guests and enjoy the evening. The ultimate testament to the experience was that our guests simply did not want to leave when the event ended. Everyone had a fantastic time, and we received numerous compliments on the venue, food, and service. If you are looking for a small, family-owned restaurant in San Diego to host a corporate event, private party, or full restaurant buyout, I highly recommend Roma Mia. Sergio and his team delivered an outstanding experience that exceeded our expectations, and we look forward to returning in the future. read more

If your looking for some great talian food this is the spot! I came in with my wife and daughter and enjoyed the Filet and some other great pasta dishes. Michael took great care of us and we will be back! Cheers read more

This place is conveniently located across from Horton Plaza, easy to get to if you're staying downtown San Diego. We made a reservation but didn't need one. It was pretty quiet when we were there. Our server was very polite but not overbearing. Our food came out quickly. We got the calamari appetizer. This was good. The shrimp in the mix were really good. I had the gnocchi and it was delicious. Husband had the fettuccine bolognese and enjoyed that. The only thing he didn't like was the tiramisu. Overall I would recommend. This was my 2nd visit here and both were great. read more

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This cute little Italian restaurant in the gaslamp has great food and service. The table area is a touch small but it's cozy. The pasta dishes were made very well and delicious. We loved the filet mignon steak entree with mushrooms. The appetizers were great and Cesar salad was some of the best ever. Food here is 5/5 stars! . Great job! read more

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Sergio Grazie! The best original Italian food I've ever had! I had a glass of Pinot, calamari and the filet. I was so hungry I forgot to take the picture of the filet however I can guarantee you it was delicious! I'm definitely bringing all my friends and family here! The best downtown! read more

Roma Mia - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

If you're looking for a simple, nothing too fancy place for Italian, this is it. We made a rez for 5:45, and it was just us. It filled up about an hour later, but still quiet enough to be comfortable. We started with the prosciutto di parma app with buffalo mozzarella, just as expected. We ordered the lobster ravioli, which was very flavorful and full of juicy lobster, and the fettuccine Alfredo, which was made with tagliatelle, a thicker noodle. We finished with the lemon sorbetto, enough for two. The service was great, and everyone was very accommodating. We will be back! read more

Roma Mia - Espresso martini - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

The food was awesome. We had a great dinner. The service was great and the vibe and ambience was nice. Highly recommend this restaurant.

If you are in San Diego and looking for a really good Italian Restaurant, Roma Mia is the spot to be. My wife and I went on a date night and it was perfect! Sergio, the owner, is an awesome host. The espresso martinis were so tasty. Grilled asparagus was done to perfection. The chicken Marsala was the best I've had. My wife's salmon dish was so tasty. The food is definitely worth the trip. The tiramisu was fresh and delicious. A home made recipe straight from Italy. I encourage you to stop in, say hello to Sergio, and support a great restaurant owner and his business! Cibo buonissimo!! read more

Culinary celebration , My Father's Day never tasted better ! Blessimo The Polopo, Calamari , Caprese kicked us off ....Zappa de Mare ...Pollo Mia ...linguine Del Mar all slapped ....paired with Chianti HEAVEN read more

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We enjoyed our meal very much. The restaurant had great ambience with a great selection of delicious Italian dishes. read more

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We came here for a pre-graduation dinner for our niece. I personally enjoyed the atmosphere--it was pleasant and welcoming. The service was great: attentive, professional, and friendly. The food, however, was just okay, and the portions felt quite small for the price. One thing to note is that a 23% service charge is automatically added to the bill. We've dined at many Michelin-rated restaurants, and the highest automatic service charge we've encountered has been 20%, which we consider reasonable. Typically, if we're happy with the food and service, we're more than happy to tip extra ourselves. So we were a bit surprised to see the 23% added without any prior mention. Overall, the ambiance and service stood out, but the food and pricing left room for improvement. read more

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Everything about Rona Mia is perfect ...the food, service, ambience. And it's right across the street from the Balboa theater. They even offer a free parking deal! Love this place. Going again on Monday with a group of friends! Molto bene!!! read more

Amazing experience! Came here with my family over thanksgiving weekend and all had different dishes, even found something for my dad with very limited diet options. read more

Roma Mia - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

The service was great! We were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant wasn't crowded and the lighting was nice and intimate without being too dim. Our food came out promptly after ordering. The mushroom ravioli was average. I felt it could have used more garlic but it wasn't bad over all. The marinara sauce on the chicken parmigiana and rigatoni was delicious. It had a nice bright flavor to it! Not too acidic and not too sweet. The breading on the chicken despite tasting good, was a bit tough though and made it hard to cut through. The rigatoni was cooked perfectly but the bowl had way more sauce than pasta- we wished it had a bit more rigatoni in it. Other than that this place is conveniently located in the heart of gaslamp and is easily walkable from lots of the hotels. There's also a parking structure right across from it if you're driving in. read more

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I was craving Italian food and found this restaurant at Gaslamp Quarter. Walked in on an early Thursday evening. Got seated quickly. They served hot bread and olive oil with balsamic vinegar. The polpette which was fettucine in marinara sauce with 3 big meatballs was good. The meatballs were really very flavorful and tender. I had a very nice meal and experience here. It has a romantic vibe with good service. Giving it a 4/5. read more

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Really impressed with this little Italian restaurant! We did not have service for the first 10 minutes after being seated, so we were a little off put by that. But once we ordered and got our food, service was quick and the food was delicious! It's a cute little place, which makes it feel very homey. Our group ordered various dishes and all were very good! The espresso martinis were delicious as well (although presentation lacked). read more

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We were seated immediately on arrival. The staff was friendly and easy to get along with. The food was excellent. All in all a wonderful experience capped off by the fact that I left a backpack at the restaurant after dinner. When I returned to my hotel, there was a message waiting for me already that they had it, and it was secure. Hats off to them. We sat outside, and it was a bit noisy, but that is beyond their control. A wonderful experience. read more

During a trade show event, my team and I visited Roma Mia for a much needed rest and dinner. The food was excellent but I wanted to start off with some other feedback. We made reservations for a specific table and were directed to go upstairs...but another group was already sitting there. I don't remember us getting an apology. We ended up having to go to a seat closer to the front window. The gentleman who took our order was very nice. We placed our orders and started off with some appetizers, like the fried squid you see in my pictures. But as dirty dishes piled up, he'd stop by our table, refill our waters, but then not take our dishes unless we flagged it down. This is why I took off a star. But the food was spectacular. My lobster ravioli was divine, served hot, and oh so rich. For dessert, I think I got the vanilla gelato which was also delicious. The restaurant was also clean and properly staffed so we didn't have to wait too long for our food and drinks. Overall, great restaurant! read more

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Only one waiter for the whole restaurant! Only gave us one menu since others would be coming to dine soon. How long does it take to look at a menu, that they could only spare one? We did make it to our show but it was close due to limited staff Poor service due to lack of staff. Food OK read more

Maybe we should have guessed by the lack of patrons on a busy game day... I love Chilean sea bass and was hopeful. Don't waste your money. The sea bass was overcooked and didn't have much flavor. The linguini that came with it was more of the same. My wife had the spinach ravioli which was actually really good which is why 3 stars vs 2. The bread that came before the meal was so crusty it seemed like they toasted it because maybe it was going stale? Strange. The topper was the AC is currently out of commission. We sat on the patio to survive. read more

I had a reservation for 2 on Saturday the 21st. I got there early and was seated right away. We were given water and asked if we wanted drinks. Ordered a sidecar and it came out quickly. I also got capresse salad, carbonara, and tiramisu. We were also given break and oil. Everything was delicious. I love the atmosphere of the restaurant, it was such a lovely place with good food. My mom said the bathroom was really nice. read more

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The food was really good here. My boyfriend and I would definitely come back here again. The staff was very friendly and were very good with my food allergy read more

Excellent food, better service and the staff is outstanding. We'll be dining there again, no question. (Also brush up on your Italian, my "kitchen" Italian was no match for our server) read more

Late post - October 14, 2023 First time trying this spot since it was very close to the Balboa Theatre. We were watching a show. We parked in horton plaza and unfortunately did not know it was expensive. I think we got the wrong ticket or something. Anyway, the restaurant itself is nice and quaint. It is a little tight in there. Tables are very close to each other and not a lot of room to move around. We ordered Calamari, Pollo Al Marsala and Linguine Ai Frutti Di Mare. Dishes were okay and on the lighter side. The chicken was stringy but was still good and the marsala sauce was very savory. I probably would try this place again and try a different dish. read more

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Food was great, wine suggested by the bartender paired perfectly. Definitely will be back

This restaurant serves really good food but was let down by really bad service. We had an early booking (5 pm) as we were going to a show immediately afterwards, so it was certainly not too busy. They did not serve us bread with olive oil and balsamic, as is almost universal in San Diego Italian restaurants. Several other tables around us were all served bread, so it was clearly an omission. When I asked for some, they gave us the bread but no oil/balsamic. When ordering, I asked for information about a particular wine to which the waiter advised me it was "white." It took some prodding to get him to say it was also dry. The wine was delicious but, come on, a waiter in a Gaslamp restaurant should be able to talk a bit more authoritatively than just knowing its color. For our starter, my wife and I shared Antipasto Italiano and it was excellent. For the entrees, my wife had the Ravioli Ricotta e Spianci and I had the Zuppa di Pesce. Once again, the food was excellent, but they did not give me a spoon for my broth. I called over a man who appeared to be the head waiter requesting a spoon. He fetched it immediately and my wife could hear him in the back area telling my server that you always provide a spoon with soup. Throughout our main courses, they did not remove our starter plates on an already cluttered table. We shared desert (Torta Ricorra e Cioccolata) and I had an espresso, which was barely filled to 30% of the cup. Just based on the service alone, I do not see myself eating there again anytime soon. read more

I LOVE this place!! The food is so good!! We found it because of inKind and decided to try it. Italian food outside of Little Italy... the best! The pasta tastes freshly made and the sauces are delectable. The lasagna and the bolognese are really fantastic! The cannoli dessert is super yummy! The place is dimly lit and nicely decorated. I have never been there when it's busy but I eat on the earlier side of dinner. read more

Amazing food and service. The ambiance was amazing. Love this place and the area it's in. If you want amazing Italian food, this is the PLACE!! read more

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The food was amazing. Thought it was small portions but then I realized it was just perfect. The waiter was knowledgeable and friendly. read more

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By far the best Italian restaurant I've been to in a very long time! I lived in Italy for 2 years while in the military and Roma Mia brought me back there tonight! The food tasted like it had been cooked for hours by a bunch of Italian grandmother's, with such love and care. The perfect amount of spice. Just plain thoughtful artistry on a plate. We will definitely be returning again, and again and again! Bravo! read more

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We came here on a Wednesday night so there were plenty of seats but we made a reservation just in case. We ordered an appetizer, two entrees, and two cocktails. I thoroughly enjoyed all the food, as I felt like all the flavors were light but still brought out all the best flavors of the dish. The seafood tasted fresh and the sauce wasn't too heavy and overpowering. The calamari was so good! The hot marinara sauce that came out with it was also really delicious. The cocktails were pretty good too but nothing crazy special. I think they had just the right amount of alcohol to where I could taste it but it wasn't all I could taste. I would recommend the espresso martini! We spent about $60/person which I think is fair considering the location and quality of the food. This place's decor was a bit confusing (no clear theme) and the restaurant was pretty dark but I think this could still be a cute date night spot! read more

Roma Mia - Fritto di Calamari e Gamberi - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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I came here with a friend to eat an Italian dinner. It was our first time here, the food was delicious and the customer service we got from our server Matteo was amazing. read more

We had a Saturday reservation at 6pm, when we arrived the restaurant was nearly completely full with the exception of two tables, we were promptly sat at a great table next to a window. Wine list was very moderately priced, same for the food menu. The food and service were beyond our expectations. Bravo! read more

Honestly, this was the worst meal I have had in a long time. From the diluted drinks to the tasteless food. Chicken parmigiana was tasteless, flank steak to flavor, sauce on pasta tasted like ketchup. Manhattans were diluted. I'm sorry but I don't know how this place is still in business. read more

Food was amazing but service could've been better. I ordered the linguini al pesto and added chicken. They're very generous with the chicken, a little on the dryer end but still very good. So good to the point that I wiped the bowl clean with their complimentary bread. Service could've been better in the sense that I shouldn't have to ask to order and ask for the bill. Maybe they were short staffed cause there was no host which had the party in front of me and my party waiting to be seated despite both parties having reservations. You can also tell they were running around quite a bit, missing opportunities for all. I'd go back to give them another shot, but not in any rush to do so. Tables are a little too close for comfort but understandable due to the limited square footage. read more

Roma Mia - Linguini al pesto with chicken - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California