Alex! Alex! Alex! Alex is everything here! Her energy her vibe! Came there during an outside festival with live music. She's the only one going with the food outside, and we knew we'd be back. She was good with the drinks, great conversation, made us feel like family, friends. Made is feel like we had people way out here in RI, we are from California. I'm not gon lie, she made this visit to Atwell st EVERYTHING. I'd literally come back just to hang with Alex! Thank you for everything. The hospitality, the recommendations, the way u made the food with love for us. read more

Restaurant and Italian bakery setting. Restaurant seating area is no frills. Women behind the counter were very helpful with the ordering. The pizza was ok, average. The round had super flop, no undercarriage, and napkin needed for the grease. Thin crust and good cheese made up for the flop. The Sicilian was not good. More like a bruschetta on a thick pizza crust. read more

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I purchased biscotti. when I got them home, they were so stale that I had to throw them away.

Whether you're looking for a sandwich, a slice of pizza, dessert, or a full entree, Roma has it. I love coming here and brining my family and friends when they visit town!! read more

I love it here. One of the only spots in the hill with their own parking lot (no valet). All of the food is so good. Italian food staples, to a plethora of desserts. They also have a bar, and plenty of seating. Staff is always friendly and the owner is an amazing guy! Def worth any traffic on the hill. read more

Weird experience at this place. I cannot comment on the food because we didn't get any after 40 minutes of waiting. Tried to order a pie to eat in. Blonde haired woman took our order but seemed weird about it. Went back to the counter to see if it was done after watching other tables getting a pie. Blonde haired woman ignoring... so sat and waited. Went back again after waiting and asked a different woman. She's flustered and not looking at us and finally saying that they only have one pizza guy and they could make it now? Something was going on. It was a waste of our time. Okay, we don't live here, but I just hope others don't have our experience. read more

This is my favorite quick stop on the way home for lunches for the week or a quick Italian deli bite so I don't have to slave away for dinner on my own. Excellent food, ambiance is your fun, loud Italian deli, and there's always four or five counter people so you never have to wait ling for service. 10/10, highly recommend. read more

This is an Italian style market and grocery store in Federal Hill, close to Venda and Tony's. The three of them compete for shoppers looking for the best quality and best deal on Italian meats, prepared foods, groceries and pastries. I have been here many times and even though is the smallest of the three neighborhood markets, they do have a good selection of items that can easily be enjoyed at a picnic somewhere in the vicinity of our city. The staff at the deli and cheese counter is not very friendly but they will get whatever you ask them for. The lady at the bakery section is usually more friendly. read more

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One of the few true Italian deli/pizza/bakeries left on Federal Hill. Numerous Imported Italian deli options, prepared foods, Italian bread, imported Italian groceries and baked Italian delicacies are just some of the items you can get at Roma. Personally I love their slices of Pizza and breads. Prepared hot and cold foods are delicious as well! Prices are affordable and a good value for the quality and portions. read more

Roma - Slice of cheese, fresh tomato and basil Pizza. Nice dry thin crust and quality ingredients make this a must if u go to Roma. - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I LOVE Roma! Maybe even more than other similar places on Federal Hill, and here's why: They ALWAYS have prepared eggplant rollatini, not just sometimes Their hot food bar is inexpensive and delicious The bakery counter has excellent Italian cookies and pastries The staff is WONDERFUL! There is a very nice dining space for you to take your delicious food and sit and eat in peace or with friends. They make a VERY nice cappuccino read more

parking can be difficult here, but take my advice and park on a side street and enjoy the walk it's on a beautiful street! I ordered a too good to go bag from here and when i walked inside i was immediately greeted and the staff is super nice and interacted with my son which i always love and appreciate. My surprise bag had a couple different kinds of pizza and also a chicken and rice dish with red sauce, everything still hot and we enjoyed it all for dinner! I've been here before and will always come back because there are so many options and you can enjoy your food inside as well read more

Quaint little authentic Italian grocer and deli, serving up delicious affordable sandwiches, panini, wraps, pizzas, and variety of other hot foods. Amongst the other fancier busier options blocks away on federal hill, this might be smaller but you certainly will not be disappointed by either the food or service! There is also ample seating in the dining area to enjoy the yum yums on site! Pastry counter offers a solid selection of treats, which will pair wonderfully with the perfect espresso! Cold cuts were sliced perfectly thin and expertly packaged with precision, prepare to wait a bit if there is a line, but 100% worth it! read more

Roma - The Roma's Famous Original Italian Grinder - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

That place across the street from Tony's Colonial, but inferior in almost every way. The lady was counting cash, and then grabbed my pizza slice crust with her bare hands with no glove. I wish there were better sanitation practices! I had to call out the cashier to use gloves for proper handling if she was going to handle my food with her dirty hands. The pepperoni slice is standard. Nothing amazing or worth going out of your way for. Similar to a sbarros, but better. I wouldn't prioritze eating here but its overall just OK. read more

Roma has been open since 1983, and for good reason as their pastries are outstanding! I grew up on Sfogliatelle and they have some of the best I've ever had -- super crunchy and flaky exterior, with a light and creamy filling that has the perfect hint of candied orange. I pride myself on being a cannoli connoisseur and I have to say that their cannoli is some of the best I've ever had. I was worried because they don't fill them on the spot, but rather they're prefilled in the case; however, the shell was still super crunchy and fresh, and the filling was silky with only a slight grain from the ricotta. I also appreciate that they don't put chocolate chips in the filling. Staff was super friendly in this quaint little shop. You can also get breads, canned sauces, and other Italian provisions. Even meats and cheeses! Follow @bigtastebestplace on Instagram for more. read more

Roma - Super crispy Sfogliatelle - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

A cute, inviting place. Their pizza is delicious, thin crust style that wasn't overly salty nor greasy. Good size for the price. The fries was plentiful but could have been fried longer to be crispier. You will likely be tempted to buy additional sides and Italian groceries when visiting the store. Friendly staff. Would definitely try again! read more

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Lovely shop with plenty of options and attentive staff! I would definitely love to come back for more items and specialty foods. There is also a large space for eating after ordering the food. We tried the following items: Stromboli with spinach, cheese, and cured meats: massive portion filled with spinach and other goodies Arancini with bolognese: crunchy after rehearing and quite rich Fig pie slab: super sweet and filled with fig jam, the pastry shell is very hard so it's a bit awkward to eat, probably not recommended Cream puff like pastry: tastes like a cannoli and cream puff! Filled with a cream that isn't too sweet Cream soda: sweet and refreshing, made locally I believe read more

Roma - Stromboli with spinach, cheese, and meats. Arancini with bolognese, marinara, cream soda, pastries - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Love his place! To celebrate some of St. Jospeph's Day, I bought a traditional zeppole ($3.25). It was very good as the custard was so tasty with a hint of lemon and the dough was light and perfectly fried. I also got an eclair ($3) and a slice of their Siclian style pizza ($2.50). The eclair was a steal for $3, one of the best I've ever had! It felt like it weighed 2 pounds and the chocolate ganache frosting was out of this world. The slice of pizza was huge and the tomato sauce was the best part. It was simple, fresh and perfectly sweet. My only complaint is that the bottom wasn't crispy at all. I've made Sicilian style pizza from scratch, (sfincione), and the crust is crispy while keeping the dough light and airy. Also, their Sicilian bread loaf is unreal. $4 for their smaller one but it's still enormous. I've seen other bakeries have that quality and size for $6 or more. It's becoming my favorite place on the hill. They have everything such as prepared food, bomb sandwiches Italian grocery products, pastries, bread, pizza, etc. So much more affordable than Tony's Colonial and very well priced in general. read more

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Went to Federal Hill for Columbus Day Festival and got couple slices pizza from Roma. They were so good but then needed a cannoli. Well I looked at reviews and Roma had good ones so I went in and got 2 cannolis. Am I ever glad they were the best cannolis I have ever had. They were full all the way through which is unusual. The filling was the best I have ever had. It was creamy and delicious I wish I could get one every day. read more

Cute little local Italian shop on the famous Atwells Ave. There's no shortage of Italian places there but this shop has a local feel with reasonable prices. I had their calzone but it looked more like a Stromboli to me. Whatever its called it was delicious with broccoli rabe, cheese, and Italian deli meats. Friendly staff and I would stop buy again for a quick service lunch. Also picked up some pastries for dessert. read more

Home of the best chicken parmigiana sub! They have it down. First rate bread, nice chicken proportion, first rate sauce, olive oil. Also, there's a genuine warm , hospitable, and friendly Italian family feel to it. Respectful staff. Gets my vote for the best in the city!! read more

Probably a Top Five ( maybe Top Two) in RI... for bakeries. They do pastries right . Enjoy the deli and pizza kitchen while you're there.

Stopped in for a quick coffee and bite to eat for breakfast, the people were so nice and the prices are very reasonable (unlike many places on Atwells, which are very overinflated). Didn't try the pastries but they sure did look good. read more

A solid opition among many on the hill. Friendly people and a decent pizza. Sauce and crust were both good, and while the cheese tasted a little old, it wasn't bad. Obviously parking can be a challenge, but its definitely worth another look. read more

Roma - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

If there was a 0 star this restaurant would definitely be getting it. I ordered the chicken parm sandwich which was very greasy. In the garbage it went. Then I ordered these veggie spring rolls. They were in a 1/2 inch of grease at the bottom of the container. I took them out to maybe save them and put them on paper towels to soak the grease up. But there was no saving these! I can't believe a long time restaurant on the hill let's their food go out like this! It's a real shame! These are so disgusting just looking at these makes me want to barf!! read more

Roma - Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Delicious sfogliatella! The coffee is pretty strong but VERY GOOD. The staff is always kind anytime I go. You can take your things to go or sit down in the back and enjoy read more

Roma - Sfogliatella and cappuccino - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Great pizza!! They cook the pizza in a brick oven with a hardwood flame. The service is great. And the restaurant is very clean and authentic looking. The place smells amazing! It's also an Italian market and bakery. read more

This is a great place to go if you need your own ingredients like salami and cheeses to make a nice antipasto. The prepared foods are good but shouldn't be a compelling reason to visit. read more

My personal favorite deli in Providence. Cheese and meat galore! Truly feels like a little slice of Italy on Atwells Ave. read more

Roma - Fresh prosciutto and sopressata that melts on your tongue! - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Hello. Are you reading this because you are hungry? Are you facing a hunger that can only be cured by something rib-sticking, filling, wholesome, and delicious??? You are in luck. Run, don't walk, to Roma. What you must get if you're strolling by while in Federal Hill: a slice of pizza, a cannoli, a container of pasta, or anything else. You could also come in and make the most impressive charcuterie board for some loved ones. Overall: absolutely love Roma Marketplace. Delicious desserts and even better to-go foods. I also have to stress that their pizza is very good for the price. $10.99 for a large pizza??? That is actually good?!? WHAT?! You really cannot find that anywhere and still have the pizza taste good. Quite the deal. Also, you cannot find a cannoli loaded with as many chocolate chips as the ones here. read more

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I don't know how this place gets such great reviews.???? I went in and order the chicken Parm sandwich, and it was the literally worst driest hard, cold grossest, chicken palm sandwich I've ever had. It wasn't even edible. I thought they gave me the plastic display by mistake and couldn't believe it. The chicken, must've been at least seven days old. I brought a group in for lunch spent $175 and not one person in the group said anything was any good. Worst lunch experience of my life. read more

This used to be my everyday spot for several years (hence the large # of check-ins). That being said, I no longer come here at all. The last few visits were really disheartening. It is clear that an unnamed cashier no longers wants to work here. Her terrible attitude and lack of care about order accuracy or patron happiness has become more and more evident. In addition to purchasing my own lunch here for years, I always filled my firm's orders (for misc. legal society lunches) here at Roma. On my last visit, they left out one of the subs, but still charged our account for it. When I returned, I was made to wait for over 30 minutes for the missing item and then when I finally received it, they refused to let me leave w/o REPAYING for the sandwich. I showed the receipt (which isn't itemized) and explained ~ via this crazy concept called math ~ how we hadin fact already been charged. As I was now 20 minutes late for the firm's lunch event, I just paid (again) and left. I will not be returning here in the future. Federal Hill doesn't need these 80s type attitudes. It's struggling enough with the times and disgruntled and rude employees will put you right out of business. read more

So personable here. Many returns guests and I can see why. I am a vegan and come here for no cheese pizza because it's the best. A gentlemen who always works behind the counter is so amazing to me and always remembers my order. The espresso is to die for. All around staff is so friendly I come back for them alone :) read more

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Opening the door you are met with the salty sweet smells of Italain cold cuts....and other ready to eat things like lasagna, veal, the list is endless...needing a quick light something to keep you going....the slice is huge crispy and so delicious...grab a table outside...people watch...relax and enjoy...as the owner brings the bounty to the table... read more

Honestly my favorite spot in Rhode Island for everything Italian! Patronizing this eatery is like taking a step back to Italy. Whether you're there for lunch, coffee and pastries pizza or grocery shopping they have it all. Personable staff, affordable prices, fresh savory selection of Italian imports it's your one stop shop! read more

Roma - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I've only stopped in the deli for dessert items - they are simply the best in the area and far exceed any nearby competition. Their cannoli were delicious, and several other offerings equally so as well. The staff are always polite and welcoming, saying hello and goodbye. Little touches matter, and I will be returning on my next visit to Providence. read more

The service here is non-existent. The staff is gruff and argued with me when I was picking out cookies. They do bot know how to make a macchiato and the coffee itself tastes like it came from a machine that needs to be cleaned. I was really looking forward to trying this place out and I am disappointed in what they have to offer. read more

They got some of the best pizza around and sandwiches, and I almost forgot the pastry's bomb!

Why go through a drive thru when you can grab a hot Roma lunch? My favorite place to grab stuff for a picnic in the park. Great variety of Italian deliciousness. Best eggplant parm in the world! read more

I wanted to love Roma so much but I've given them too many shots at this point. The food is usually pretty good (I always get subs or pizza) but the service is terrible. I've probably ordered 5 or 6 times since I moved to the neighborhood and every time I've waited 20-40 minutes past my assigned pickup time. Today I showed up with 2 minutes left in my pickup window and they hadn't even started making my order - it was just a small pizza. I was told it'll be 10 minutes when I walked in, and they looked busy so I understood. That was until I realized after about 7 minutes that the guy from the deli counter got called over to start making the pizza, from scratch (dough hadn't even been rolled out). They're not understaffed there either, I counted 7 people behind the one counter - 4 were eating while serving customers. A guy who took over my pizza was popping something into his mouth out of his bare hand as he was making it. Icing on the cake: After I finally got the pizza going on 25 minutes late, I get home to find a long black hair baked into the cheese. I'm all set with Roma but really hope they turn it around. Bad service can kill any great business. read more

Roma - Hair in Pepperoni Pizza Slice - Caterers Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I've walked and driven by here a number of times, but never stopped in to check out the place. Thanks to the Lord of the Pies contest I finally did and wasn't disappointed. The thing that stood out the most was how friendly the staff was there. The guy behind the counter started some small talk which evolved into a discussion and the girl in the pastry section soon joined in. You'd think I was a regular not a first timer. The food is definitely worth checking out. My girlfriend and I had pizza, which was actually very good, but they had some amazing looking meats and cheeses, antipasti, and calzones. I couldn't resist the pastry there and ended up with a very tasty eclair and the wine biscuits were really good too. Getting back to the pizza, the crust was very tasty. My experience is if the crust isn't great, chances are the pizza won't be either. The toppings looked and tasted like quality toppings and the wood fired oven just wrapped it all togethr nicely. It was a positive experience. I will definitely keep them in mind going forward and look forward to my next visit. read more