Trattoria Romana
“Chef Vittorio's food is always consistently "DELICIOUS" and he always takes the time to greet everyone with a smile.”
“The fried polenta cubes and fresh bruschetta await you as you are immediately engulfed in the smells of a brick oven.”
“Everything I've ever ordered has been fresh & delicious (pasta is always al dente, which is wonderful).”
Trattoria Romana
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Trattoria Romana is one of those charming places my husband and I keep coming back to. The restaurant has a very comforting, inviting feel to it and every time I've walked inside, I've been greeted instantly by the memorable smell of their wood-burning brick oven.
The menu has a pretty nice selection to choose from. I've had the Penne Vodka and Chicken Francese, both very delicious. From their antipasto menu, I tried the Baked Clams and they were a bit too chewy. I was surprised because everything else I've ever had was very good. Maybe I'll try something else next time. Their desserts are great and last time I went, my husband and I shared the Ganache Chocolate Cake with chocolate moose and whipped cream…yum! If you decide to dine here, make sure you arrive with a big appetite because their portions are pretty large, especially the pasta dishes.
Although every time I've been here the place was packed, they have still provided good service and seated us without much of a wait. Always a great time!
THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PLACES!
I come here pretty often and I never get tired of it. I will always love this place, I was so devastated when they closed for renovations.
FOOD:
They bring out bread and oil when you are seated. The garlic in the oil is so fresh, I absolutely love it. No matter what you get you will love it! I usually do the cheese ravioli or the penne la vodka. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Their desert is really good too.
DRINKS:
Their white sangria is phenomenal. Great prices, different sizes, perfect combination and the fruit is really good as well. I get a pitcher everytime I go.
SERVICE:
So Italian! They make you feel right at home. They are so friendly and welcoming. They try and always tend to you.
PRICE:
They are not that cheap but the money is totally worth it. You definitely will enjoy every penny that you spend.
Lastly, because I'm obsessed THEIR COFFEE IS SO GOOD!
DEFINITELY GO!
Trattoria Romana is a big name Italian restaurant on Staten Island serving up Italian-American classics as well as some truly authentic dishes that you'd find in Nona's kitchen.
I hadn't been to Romana in years since last month when I stopped in with old friends, some of which consider this place to be the best on the island (which is a bold statement considering the fantastic options on New Dorp Lane alone; Brioso, LaStrada, Giove). They start your meal off right with a serving of fried polenta, and bruschetta; the former was so addictive that we blew through our plate in under 5 minutes. Our appetizers were great–a brick oven margarita pizza with crispy thin crust, and fried zucchini flowers stuffed with prosciutto and mozzarella. The pasta entrées left a lot to be desired…undercooked, overly sauced, etc. Yet, my neighbor raved about his perch francese which looked perfectly cooked and dressed.
All-in-all, the meal was an enjoyable one. The service is attentive for a restaurant serving a high volume of customers and although they don't take reservations the wait for 5 people wasn't outrageous. While I give Trattoria Romana my stamp of approval, it's up to you to decide if it's the island's best….
Looking for a place where you can close your eyes and imagine your dining in Italy? This is the spot! The staff is friendly, attentive and willing to make any dish you can think of. My family eats here most weekends so they greet us by name. Any dish you may choose is phenomenal! I highly recommend the frutti di mare for dinner and tiramisu for dessert.
I hear the pasta is very good.
I did not get to try any because I went for the pizza. A very large group of us went to Trattoria Romana on our pizza tour and sticking to the rules we were to have only one slice. We bent the rules this time and in addition to our margherita pizza, my group also ordered the Carciofi (fresh mozzerella, artichokes, garlic & parsley). It was delicious and a white pie, a nice contrast to the red sauce standard.
The pizzas at Trattoria Romana are very small, have a thin crust, and are very light. If you are going to eat here, my suggestion would be to order a pizza as an appetizer for your table. The pizza is by no means a sufficient meal but something to whet your appetite for the meatier subjects: big oval plates of pasta.
The service and ambiance is really something to note. Our short time at Trattoria Romana turned into fine dining as we ate al fresco complete with silverware and salt and pepper polenta. I must mention that Trattoria Romana has the best presentation of red pepper flakes. Each table was given a silver bowlful.
The outdoor view of Hylan Boulevard is nothing to rave about but on a nice sunny day it feels good to breathe fresh Staten Island air. I wouldn't mind visiting Trattoria Romana again. No matter how small your order is or how big of a group you are, the service is top notch. But that service comes with a price. If you notice on their menu, take out items cost $2 less. What's up with that? Here's my advice Trattoria Romana. Let the people tip. Don't penalize them for eating at the restaurant.
The service is amazing. The food is amazing. Totally worth going. The Penne Vodka is the best I ever had in my life. The scarpariello was to die for. I have been there three times and everytime I leave so happy. If you like italian food this is the best place on the island to get it.
A little bit pricey but one of the better restaurants I have been to on Staten Island.
Trattoria has a nice atmosphere and friendly service. The food is above average as well.
We recently had a nice weekend dinner here with the family. The antipasto appetizer consisted of a mix of stuffed mussels and clams, fried calamari, and stuffed mushrooms. The mussels were bland, but the mushrooms and calamari had a good taste.
For our entrees we shared the broiled veal chop fiorentina, boneless shell steak, and the salmon in wine sauce.
The veal chop was advertised as coming with spinach and zucchini, which sounds healthy and delicious. It didn't mention that the zucchini came fried in breading, which obviously makes for a different taste than one could imagine reading the menu description.
Still, the taste was good, though a bit light on the seasoning. Similarly, the shell steak also was not bad with a little bit of a light taste. The salmon portion size was a bit small but the taste was delicious.
They serve a variety of sangria here (white, red and rosé) and it is delicious. A bit expensive, around $26 for a pitcher if I remember correctly.
I enjoyed my first meal here last night. Although it was crowded and they squeeze tables into every nook and cranny in the dining room, the service was attentive and prompt without being overbearing. It was nice to see the owner / chef walking through the dining room and checking on his customers. The couple next to us sent their pasta back, and the chef personally came out to speak with them, tasted their pasta and agreed it was not up to standards. He returned a few minutes later and personally served them a new dish, assuring they were happy with it. You don't see that anymore and I found it refreshing. My wife enjoyed her chicken rollatini special and my chicken volstanada was good. My cousin had the "Sunday Sauce." She was very happy with it. The calamari appetizer was fried perfectly without being greasy or over-breaded. Dessert was also very good. In a borough with an Italian restaurant on every corner, it's nice to see a place were service and standards are a top priority.