Food is going down hill. Ordered pizza garlic bread for appetizer tasted terrible was barely heated up. Then the main course pasta with a meatball tasted terrible flavor was awful. This place used to be alot better; it's definitely going down hill. We won't be returning read more

I love this place!! It has cozy ambiance. No reservations so get there about a half hour before the time you want to be seated. Now about the food. That's Italian! We started with mozzarella cheese bread - awesome layer of cheese toasted just right. We ordered wedding soup, chicken Alfredo, eggplant parmigiana on pasta with red sauce, and cannoli for dessert (has mini chocolate chips and ricotta crème). Buon gusto! Also, they have a fabulous drink menu. Recommend the white chocolate martini or the banana split martini. It's great as always. read more

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If you are looking for a great Italian place with a homey, comfortable feel and an extensive menu, this place is for you. Walked in as a party of 4 with no reservation. Although the wait time was supposed to be 30-35 minutes and there seemed to be plenty of people waiting around, we were seated in less than 15 minutes. The inside is interestingly decorated, and our waiter even sent over the owner to tell the story behind one of the pictures hanging on the wall of him as a kid in Italy. We ordered spaghetti with marinara, Pasta Gianni, and the calzone with mushrooms, onions, and pepperoni inside. The flavors were amazing, but the calzone is enough to serve at least 3-4 people or one VERY hungry man (see photo for proof). The only thing I have to say negatively is that the service in terms of clearing dishes, refilling water, etc. was slow. Other than that, a great experience with friendly staff. Felt like I was a Soprano! Lastly, we had an extensive argument over whether a painting in there (attached) was intended to be Elvis Presley or not. Any opinions on this matter are welcome. read more

Romano Cucina - Please vote: did the artist intend for this to be Elvis? - Italian Near Me - Sunset Beach, California

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My wife and I found this place 2 years ago and we can't get enough. The best Italian food hands down. The staff is always friendly and quick. We have tried every plate and was never disappointed. The pizza I love that they make it with a nice crust. The soup and the salad are delicious. Always get pepper in the soup night and day difference. They have different cheese cakes every month I believe but The lemon Cheese cake is so good. Really good flavorful food is hard to find these days. The owners are very friendly always there working talking to people. Great place. read more

We celebrated my daughter's birthday here and our guests LOVED it. Not only was the ambiance and staff warm and accommodating but the food was delicious and generously portioned. They even offered to cut and serve the cake and they made everything so memorable. The menu is extensive, there is something for everyone and the pasta dishes were superb. Fresh warm bread was generously served as the party sat and this was another great year in the books. Thank you for the wonderful food and service!! read more

I ate their before Christmas and wasn't impressed the food was ok I felt like I could have made it at home with low grade ingredients. I had been hearing how great they were. I won't go back. read more

This place is not as good as the ratings that are here. First of all, this food is far below average, I would say the worst tasting "Italian" food in that I have encountered. On top of that, I was unfortunate enough to find non food items inside my so called "bolognese sauce". The black pieces are rubber, I chewed it so I can confirm that. Check out the pictures. The manager decided to take 15 minutes to come out to address it, which is completely unprofessional, since we should have been able to leave sooner. Anyone that ate "bolognese sauce" that night probably had the simmered rubber or styrofoam pieces infused into their sauce. read more

Romano Cucina - Rubber or styrofoam in the "bolognese sauce" - Italian Near Me - Sunset Beach, California

This place has quickly become one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the area. It is about a 30 minute drive but worth it every time. I came here for my birthday and the staff made me feel special. The quaint restaurant provides an intimate experience with whom you are dining. Obviously the food is delicious and they have so many wonderful options. read more

After our yearly day after Christmas bike ride from Sunset Beach to Newport Peninsula and back, we are always looking for some place relatively local to have dinner before our dive home. My wife and I really like this little Italian place we had noticed just down the way. This is a quaint little local Italian place where we sat on the enclosed patio with some heaters. We ordered the house special, Lobster Ravioli with shrimp in some really delicious lemon garlic bisque with sun dried tomatoes and one Pasta Tombrello with simi-spicy Italian sausage with mushrooms in Blanco Diavolo sauce. Both meals were absolutely delicious and you couldn't ask for anything better. There was a lot of flavor in the Ravioli and bisque and a bit of spice with the Italian sausage to go with the flavor in the Blanco Diavolo sauce. Easily one of the best Italian meals I have had in a long time. The salads served with meal were also very good and worked well with the hot bread and wine we ordered. The service as a bit off and I will contribute that to the way things are with Covid but was adequate enough. If you are down in Sunset Beach area, I really recommend Romano Cucina for a really good authentic Italian meal by the beach. I think we will be heading back there next time we make this ride at the beach. read more

Have always loved this place. Celebrated so many birthdays and special occasions on this warm and lively patio. Pizzas are amazing and the Caprese salad and cannolis are always ordered every visit! read more

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Been coming here on date nights over the last few years, this place has always treated us well. Delicious food, tasty cocktails, relaxing atmosphere, but good energy with so many around. Servers seem attentive and take care of us well. My wife and I often come for date nights or special occasions. Well done, Romano. Keep up the good work and stick around, Romano, I hope you stay for a long time. 5/5 read more

I ordered catering trays recently and party guests could not stop raving about how great the lasagne and penne Alfredo was. Called early in the week and the manager said he'd deliver to my house on the day of my event. The trays came hot and were delicious! I would 100% use them again for catering and we have never been let done by the food when we visit the restaurant in Sunset!! read more

Not only is Romano Cucina the best Italian food in Sunset/Huntington Beach, but the service is amazing. Courtney that works the outside patio is phenomenal. She is so attentive and personable and will go above and beyond to ensure you have a great experience. Highly recommend. Took my family from out of town here and they loved it. Thanks Roma! We'll be back!! read more

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Solid food. Everything is decent. Nothing amazing but solid. The calzone is big, add ricotta cheese to make it great. The martini is pricey and misleading for missing the price on the menu when everything else has a price. Service can get a big hectic on busy weekends. read more

We came to celebrate the end of a 4 week training. Yeah, I passed! Romana Cucina serves authentic Italian food. They have indoor and outdoor sitting. The ambiance is casual and comfortable can fell right at home. The weather was perfect for an outdoor dinning, the the only thing is that the patio doesn't have insulation and it was quite LOUD!! The service was friendly and helpful he even recommended the evening special; We went with his recommendation and ordered the evening special which we rarely have lobster. * Lobster ravioli with sun dried tomatoes sauce * The Spicey Sausage spaghetti Lots of spaghetti noodles with just the right amount of their of mouth watering delicious sause. The brought a basket of bread which was hot of the oven, mm delicious. Our dinner was a house salad just before our entrees. They are known for their pasta dishes and it was pretty crowded, we were seated pretty quickly. It was worth visiting and would definitely come back when craving some Italian food.. read more

Romano Cucina - Italian Near Me - Sunset Beach, California

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Had the most amazing chicken Parmesan tonight and subbed the red sauce for Alfredo. Their Alfredo is thick, rich, and so tasty! My compliments to the chef! read more

We really enjoy the food there. When we were there last month, the server was too busy with another table (seemed to be friends of hers), and it took more than 35 minutes just to get our salads! read more

The food was super yummy and the martini cocktail list was to DIE for! Our server was incredible friendly and it was a very pleasant atmosphere right just steps from the beach. Such a cute date night pick. read more

I had not been to this location until recently. The other one was my go to but omg wow This is our new spot. The food is beyond incredible, the service is fantastic, the ambience is amazing. Need I say more? We get the pasta Gianni and eggplant every time. Can't do wrong with anything, those just happen to be our favorites. Chicken parmigiana and the meatballs are incredible too! You definitely won't be disappointed and in fact I would venture to say this will be your go to Italian always. Just don't go to often as it gets crowded and I want to make sure there's room for me read more

Our food was delivered and it was excellent. Very good pizza! Highly recommend. It was a little pricy but worth it! read more

Very delicious, would go again, the waiters were nice and understanding :) On one of the tables there was a leak on the tubes, so every two minutes, it would drop onto my head. read more

Probably the worst shrimp scampi I've ever had! They obviously don't know what shrimp scampi is, as it was nothing more than spaghetti al olio with some shrimp tossed in. I asked the server if he knew what scampi is, where the shrimp is butterflied and grilled, but no, he hadn't heard of that. My wife's boulanaise was fine. Mine, not so much. read more

every dish was unique in its own way, plus it's really amazing and full with flavor. the service was also delish and understanding! read more

Romano Cucina - Italian Near Me - Sunset Beach, California

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Sooooooooooo good! So, so, so good! Many of us fly past this place all the time when we are driving up and down PCH. I know we are all thinking "I wonder if that place is any good?" Or we promise ourselves we will visit soon. I know this because I did it all the time. Until! I was able to pull my companion out of our normal routine one very recent holiday weekend. Perfect timing and perfect day to go. When everyone else in society is powering thru their 3rd meal of thanksgiving leftovers. You need to come here haha! 630pm Black Friday there is no wait and so much attention from staff. **please note** it will be hard to decide what you want. Everything Sounds so good and so delicious. Because it is. My companion ordered their lobster ravioli with a side garden salad. He consumed the whole thing so fast I had to beat him away from my food! I ordered the spicy pink cream sauce with a side salad requesting their spicy vinaigrette. I'm not 100% on this but I think their noodles are house made from scratch. The flavors just burst and the service is so on point. Oh don't forget the famous cannoli we ordered! Perfect amount to share after our meals. I didn't feel bloated and I did feel full. The meals left enough room for a few nightcaps for the end of the night. Make the drive up PCH and enjoy the warmth of this place. So worth it! read more

Romano Cucina - Pasta with spicy pink cream sauce - Italian Near Me - Sunset Beach, California

Went to Romano Cucina for dinner on Thursday. The food was delicious and the service outstanding. We sat on the patio and even though it was chilly outside, the overhead heat lamp kept us very comfortable. I had the Spaghetti with Meat Sauce and my friend had the Chicken Parmagean. Both were wonderful. Will definitely go back! read more

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You will like this place if you don't know what traditional Italian food is like. So called bolognese way too acidic tasting, no soffritto. What they serve is a meat sauce NOT bolognese. Plus, servers need to pronounce it properly. The cheese on top is the cellulose type. We have great Italian stores here with imported cheese you should use. I did like the vinegar and oil on the table but it is not olive oil. Bread is good. Salad dressing is delicious but again I picked the strands of cellulose cheese off. If you notice , the strands of cheese do not melt on the pasta. Points for pasta not being over cooked and for tossing the meat sauce with the pasta. Train the bussers and servers a little better on what they are serving. Look at vincenzos plate on youtube for proper bolognese. The snicker cheese cake was awful, a waxy peanutbutter taste to it. Snickers is not peanutbutter. Cannoli are filled with ricotta not mascarpone!!!!!! The spumoni was yummy and perfect size serving read more

Was here many years ago and barely remembered so I was happy to come back for my Birthday last night. So the crew is great, Billy did a great job with everything and the Bread and sautéed mushrooms were killer so I was really looking forward to dinner. Place was packed so good for them doing so well! So salad comes out and everything going great. Love the house dressing, I could do shots of it! Then the meals came out and they looked great with lots of food! BUT THEN, the taste. Not sure what's up but the gravy, but It is super acidic. Almost like it maybe hadn't cooked long enough? ‍ My sister had the Bolognese and same thing, not even close to a Bolognese sauce. Really acidic and tomatoey, so we just figured it was how they made their sauce. ‍ Anyway, I don't live close, and there are way too many places between there and my house , so there really is no reason to go back, except maybe bread salad and shrooms? Thanks again Billy, you did a great job! read more

Great food. Great service. Salad is amazing. When you start with something good chances are the food will be also. It was. So many crappy pictures on here with terrible lighting and finished food. The food was so good I forgot to take a photo next time I go I will for sure. The staff is awesome. Kind, nice and thoughtful. Cailey is amazing. Bald dude! Didn't get your name but you were great. Thanks team Def coming back here! read more

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Best Italian restaurant in Orange County. Arrive early because the wait time is real (up to 45 minutes during peak dinner rush especially on the weekends) but grab a glass of wine and wait at the bar or stand. Their food is fresh, easy to adapt your pasta of choice with generous portions so you're guaranteed lunch leftovers. Be careful not to fill up on the bread and salad/soup. I love their sausage and fresh baked ricotta as an appetizer. Their fettuccine Alfredo is the best I've ever had and I make my own and I'm an excellent cook. Best of all is their prices. My husband and I can dine on under $50 for a dinner (excluding drinks and dessert). The owner is usually present and very happy to see his repeat customers. During the pandemic we would order and tailgate just to make sure they stayed in business and the food quality was never compromised. If you can't find parking behind the restaurant loop around while someone in your party waits to be seated more quickly. Great value! Delicious food. Parking is free but you might need to walk a bit. read more

Delicious food and stellar customer service this past weekend. My kids loved the chicken parm and Alfredo. My husband was delighted to order a scoop of Spumoni. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Having to report this really is sad. I have been coming here since they opened having family in the Harbor living just down the beach and love supporting all our Sunset Beach Business over corporate owned business. I know the ownership changed and definitely has again. We call in at 6pm in route from Seal Beach, we inquire about the wait time we are told come on in you will walk right in when we arrived at 6;10pm there was a line and no one would be walking in. This is the first lie, we were told it would be 15-20 min. So we wait and wait they clearly are having problems closing tables out, so people can get on there way and they can turn them over. The hosted kept saying we are the next one on the patio, so a table finally moves and they get it set, and they set someone else there after we were told we would be next!!!! I asked the host and she said oh they changed there mind and want to sit outside , so instead of telling them they need to go back on the list, they just gave them our table so I ask myself why do you ask people inside or out when all you have to do is say first available and change your mind....... I ask to speak with the manager and he comes over, he clearly has no idea customer service or how to run a business so I asked for the owners contact information he says he is one of the owners now....... So here is the truth about this business, they lie when you call about wait times, they tell you over and over your next so you won't leave, Just say first available and change your mind the fastest way to get a table here, then when called out and confronted. He stated "if you don't like how we do things you don't have to eat here" Your right and myself and all the hundreds of people I have brought here over the years will never be back! They have very few parking spaces and he parks in one so he can plug his Tesla in , instead of giving it to a customer, there ADA parking space is not usable since they use it as a waiting area, will be reported to city, county, and state for review. My uncle now depends on ADA he was with us and this definitely effected him. The restrooms not ADA compliant he could not get into them to use after waiting over an hour and then asked to leave and take money elsewhere. When were were leaving we saw boxes of produce stacked on wet floors in wet smashed boxes this is clearly a health concern and will be reported to OC Health Department. This new owner should really work on his customers that have supported the business for years, please see attached messages this clearly happens a lot. We found a great spot tonight just down the road the best service and experience at Finnbars in Seal Beach check them out! read more

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Pasta night was super affordable. Very cleanly environment. The service was amazing thanks to Michael!

The parking is along PCH or the green belt in Sunset Beach. The staff balances their attentiveness, so it is not disruptive to conversations at the table. The interior is cozy. The outside dining area is a bit less cozy. However, the most challenging part of eating in the patio is the noise from PCH. The noisy motorcycle exhaust is disruptive. The bread is good. The food has lots of cheese. Cheese tastes good, but I would have preferred a less chewy milanese parmigiana. I liked the cannoli. I bottle of wine was good too. read more

Excellent place. I don't know why we never went here all these years. It's my 2nd time in the past 3 months, and the great service is consistent, great food & amazing staff. Hidden gem in Sunset Beach. read more

Romano Cucina - Pasta Gianni - Italian Near Me - Sunset Beach, California

Service was good and staff was friendly. The food was just Meh. Ordered Chicken Piccata which was not your traditional style, just chopped up chicken in a Piccata type sauce. I will not be going back to this location. read more

So last night was my first time here and i was not disappointed. They totally lived up to the hype, excellent service and great food. I've heard so much about them, but it's always busy. Clearly there's a reason for that. I think I counted 10 tables available for seating which is pretty much all they could do with the pandemic still going on. But the food came out quick and Thursdays are $6.00 martinis which made it even better. I had the sausage lasagna and salad along with fresh bread that was warm, soft and incredible. I can't wait to go back. read more

Romano Cucina - Sausage lasagna with peach martini, so good. - Italian Near Me - Sunset Beach, California

Comfort food for sure. The best Italian around. My daughter worked at the Fullerton location and they're both still the Best! The cheesecake are an astonishing slice, the creaminess of the cheesecake part is delish the chocolate or any season slice is a delicacy. The Lemon Alfredo is the great balance of creaminess and tart with the fresh lemon juice. Always fresh tasting, chicken is tender with the perfect amount of color. The Lemon Alfredo with chicken is my go to dish. Never disappointed. The Bruschetta is perfectly prepared. We add the sauteed mushrooms to that as well. There's Never a dish that I have tried that hasn't had my palate dance. This restaurant is Perfect. read more

Mixed on the restaurant. The chicken on the chicken parmesan was really thin, the calamari had no real flavor and use the same sauce they use for spaghetti for dipping, the house salads were good, and the pepperoni pizza was incredible and had lots of pepperoni and tons of cheese. If I came back it would be just for the pizza. The olive oil for dipping with the bread in the beginning was very cheap and for all I know could have been the canola oil. It's a place I could go again and feel okay about the food but there may be better options out there read more

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I feel like I've written a review before but I'll say it again just to be sure! This place is the best! They are in one of our favorite areas, not far from our apartment and always so cozy. We've come for early dinners we've come for late dinners and everywhere in between and I think we've only ever waited 5 minutes max. The bread they bring to the table is solid, no complaints. But, we are pretty hooked on their cheesy garlic bread. The bruschetta is another great starter to get too. My favorite dish is their spaghetti with Rosa sauce - it always hits the spot and is also still great the next day reheated! One of our favorite things to do is bring a bottle of wine on Wednesdays when their special is no corking fees! We have so much wine at home but we don't have delicious Italian food at home, so this is the best of both worlds! We've gotten a few friends hooked on this spot and we continue to recommend it! read more

Yelp review Romano Cucina has been one of my faves for years. However, I'm sad to say that this past week was our last visit (attempt). I put in a name for a party of 12 at 6:30 pm on Thursday night. When we arrived, there was a huge special occasion party sitting on the patio. Probably a good 20 or 40 folks. Not a problem there. The only other table that would've fit our party of 12 was sitting over in the corner. The server said those people had been there since around 5 PM and looked to be finishing up their food. Then we would have the table. I understand that the restaurant does not take actual reservations and that they will put a large party at the top of the list for when you arrive. However, the people sitting there, which had dwindled down to 3 at 7:15 PM was just sitting there getting rounds of drinks time and time and time again while a large party was waiting. This is in the midst of two children who were playing on their iPads for the most part and screaming, while they two or three adults that remained were drinking multiple rounds. I doubt there was a designated driver!! By the time 7:15 PM came around, the party was tired of waiting and we found an alternate restaurant. We paid the bill left. Unfortunately, we didn't get much of an apology or any concession for the long wait. We paid the $54 bar tab and left. Even though our group comes in multiple times a year and spends a good deal of money and tips well. The servers know us by sight. It wouldn't have been as much of an issue if during one of our last visits, our group had been asked by the waiter to finish up our drinks and leave since there was another large party waiting. We completely understood and got up and left. So, it is possible for the waiter to ask people to politely finish up to make room for others. The three adults that were left at that large table had finished their meal one hour prior. When one of us asked the waiter how much longer he thought it would be, he said that he would tell that table that he would not be serving any further drinks. And, I am sure that the people sitting at the table were well aware ofthe wait since they looked our direction multiple times. My hope for that night would've been that the server politely notify that another large party was waiting and to finish it up, just like we were asked the last time. But, that did not happen. Our group will find another restaurant that handles large parties in a better fashion. I will say the food is good and the servers our friendly. The service isn't quite as good as it was 4 or 5 years ago, but still a great bunch of folks. read more