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Cafe Roma features a full bar - Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA

Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo

4.7
4.7
1735 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
21:30
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
For over four decades, the Rizzo family has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in San Luis Obispo. At Café Roma, you can indulge in homemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood. Don't miss classic dishes like Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto, shortrib pappardelle, and Bistecca alla Fiorentina.

Inside Café Roma and you'll feel like you've been transported to Italy. From the vintage Italian bike hanging above the bar to the Murano glass chandeliers and Tuscan murals, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to celebrate Italian culture.

Pair your meal with one of the many wines on Café Roma's extensive list, which changes monthly to include new and exciting Central Coast and Italian finds.

Café Roma is a popular destination for locals, vintners, families, travelers, and professionals alike. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a gathering place for friends and family, you'll find it here.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bistro, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 16:30–21:30
  • Phone number
    (805) 541-6800
  • Website
    https://caferomaslo.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Saro and Maria Rizzo
  • Catering
    Planning is orchestrated by Café Roma’s owners, managers, and professional event staff. If you are simply needing food prepared for your special event that you plan to pick up from the restaurant and service yourself, please take a look at the Catering for Pick Up Menu at caferomaslo.com/catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Café Roma has a variety of event spaces, including the Deruta Banquet Room (capacity 80 lunch/dinner, 100 reception), the Garden Patio (capacity 50), and the Sala (capacity 40). Spaces ideal for wedding rehearsal dinners, celebrations, memorials, company parties, and medical or financial dinners.
  • Location
    1020 Railroad Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  • Area
    San Luis Obispo
  • Cross Street
    Santa Rosa
  • Parking details
    Abundant free parking in front of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Free Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Martini Monday

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 16:30 - 20:30
    Join us every Monday for Martini Mondays at our restaurant! Start your week on a sophisticated note with our handcrafted martinis expertly mixed by our talented bartenders. Enjoy the perfect blend of elegance and relaxation as you sip your martini in our cozy bar. Make your Monday memorable with Martini Mondays – the ideal way to kick off your week with style. Cheers to a great start! All Martinis $10.00

    Martini Monday photo

  • Raid the Wine Cellar Tuesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 16:30 - 20:30
    Indulge in a little midweek magic at Cafe Roma every Tuesday! Join us in raiding the wine cellar for a heartwarming evening filled with half-price wine bottles, where every sip is like a journey to the vineyards of Italy and California. It's a perfect excuse to savor delicious cuisine, share laughter, and create unforgettable memories. Join us for this enchanting tradition that's bound to make your Tuesdays a little more special!

    Raid the Wine Cellar Tuesdays photo

Menu

Starters

  • Mediterranean OlivesUS$6.00

    Assorted Mediterranean olives (unpitted) in olive oil, lemon

    • CarpaccioUS$18.00

      Raw beef w/ capers, light mustard, arugula and parmesan

      • Prosciutto e BurrataUS$18.00

        Parma Prosciutto & imported Italian burrata with arugula

        • Mozzarella CapreseUS$16.00

          Fior di latte mozzarella, tomato, basil & olive oil

          • EscargotsUS$16.00

            French style snails in garlic, shallots, parsley & butter

            • Calamari FrittiUS$18.00

              Fried calamari with hot & spicy tomato dipping sauce

              • Steamed ClamsUS$18.00

                Sauteed manila clams in a white wine, cherry tomato sauce

                • BruschettaUS$12.00

                  Crostini topped with tomato, garlic, basil and EVOO

                  • Fried Mozzarella "Marinara"US$14.00

                    With a San Marzano tomato sauce

                    • Bread Dipping SauceUS$5.00

                      Garlic, balsamic, olive oil and parmesan

                      • Antipasto Cafe RomaUS$25.00

                        prosciutto, calabrian salami, speck, caprese, bruschetta, percorino cheese, roasted peppers and eggplant, olives

                        Salads

                        • Insalata MistaUS$10.00

                          Mixed local greens, olive oil and vinegar

                          • Insalata BietoleUS$12.00

                            Red & gold beet salad with blue cheese crumbles, butter lettuce

                            • Insalata Café RomaUS$14.00

                              Greens mushrooms, mozzarella, salami, onion, peppers, garbanzos

                              • Insalata CaesarUS$12.00

                                with croutons & shaved parmesan

                                Pizza

                                • Margherita "Classica"US$18.00

                                  Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella (fior di latte), olive oil and basil

                                  • Burrata Prosciutto e ArugulaUS$22.00

                                    Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella burrata, prosciutto

                                    • Calabrese "Pepperoni" US$21.00

                                      Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella & spicy salami

                                      • Dolomiti BiancaUS$22.00

                                        fontina cheese, wild mushrooms, speck

                                        Pasta

                                        • Cappellini PomodoroUS$18.00

                                          Thin spaghetti with a cherry tomato sauce with fresh basil

                                          • Bucatini CarbonaraUS$22.00

                                            Thick spaghetti, creamy sauce with guanciale, pecorino cheese

                                            • Linguine alle VongoleUS$26.00

                                              Linguine & sautéed clams with a red or white wine sauce

                                              • Lasagna BologneseUS$24.00

                                                House made with béchamel & Bolognese ragu

                                                • Tortelli di ZuccaUS$22.00

                                                  House made squash filled ravioli with parmesan cream sauce

                                                  • Gnocchi alla SorrentinaUS$22.00

                                                    Potato gnocchi with fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce and basil

                                                    • Ravioli della CasaUS$22.00

                                                      House made beef filled ravioli with a Bolognese ragu

                                                      • Pappardelle with Short Rib RaguUS$26.00

                                                        wide fettucine style pasta with wine braised short rib ragu

                                                        Meats & Fish

                                                        • Filet MignonUS$48.00

                                                          8 oz. prime filet with cabernet reduction & gorgonzola sauce

                                                          • Veal MarsalaUS$38.00

                                                            Sautéed veal scaloppini with marsala wine sauce

                                                            • Chicken ParmigianaUS$28.00

                                                              Breaded chicken breast with tomato sauce, mozzarella, served with a side of fettuccine Alfredo

                                                              • Osso Buco Milanese StyleUS$38.00

                                                                Braised veal shanks served over saffron risotto

                                                                • Scampi PiccataUS$32.00

                                                                  Shrimp sautéed with wine, lemon, capers and linguini pasta

                                                                  • Salmone alla GrigliaUS$32.00

                                                                    herbed grilled salmon medallion with lemon butter sauce and garlic spinach

                                                                    • Pollo alla ValdostanaUS$28.00

                                                                      breast of chicken with prosciutto, fontina cheese and sage with a mixed mushroom sauce

                                                                      Sides

                                                                      • Sautéed SpinachUS$10.00

                                                                        • Fettuccine AlfredoUS$10.00

                                                                          Dessert

                                                                          • Chocolate and Hazelnut CakeUS$14.00

                                                                            Chocolate cake made with cocoa, filled w/ chocolate & hazelnut creams and a hazelnut crunch, covered with chocolate glaze

                                                                            • Torta della NonnaUS$12.00

                                                                              Pastry cream on a base of short crust pastry, with pine nuts, almonds and powdered sugar

                                                                              • Sorbetto di LimoneUS$14.00

                                                                                • Classic TiramisuUS$12.00

                                                                                  • Sicilian Cannoli (2)US$12.00

                                                                                    • Chocolate MousseUS$12.00

                                                                                      • Spumoni BombaUS$14.00

                                                                                        Ice cream in a chocolate shell

                                                                                        • Classic Crème BrulleUS$12.00

                                                                                          Last updated: 24 October 2023

                                                                                          What 1,735 people are saying

                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                          4.7
                                                                                          4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                          • 4.7Food
                                                                                          • 4.7Service
                                                                                          • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                          • 4.6Value

                                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                                          Loved For

                                                                                          • California Central Coast

                                                                                            Best Value

                                                                                          • California Central Coast

                                                                                            Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                          • California Central Coast

                                                                                            Italian

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Best Overall

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Best Food

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Best Service

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Best Ambience

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Best Value

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Child-friendly

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Good for groups

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Healthy

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Great for fine wines

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Romantic

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Good for special occasions

                                                                                          • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

                                                                                            Most Booked

                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                          Cafe Roma in San Luis Obispo is a beloved Italian gem known for its "fantastic food" and welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the attentive service and beautifully presented dishes like osso buco and veal Marsala. Perfect for celebrations or intimate dinners, its charming patio and extensive wine list elevate the dining experience.

                                                                                          1,735 Reviews

                                                                                          1. Michael

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            22 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            22 reviews

                                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            We enjoyed dinner. Food was good and service was fine. Prices are a bit high. Had a nice Caesar Salad. Some fun desserts. I enjoyed an excellent lemon sorbet. Noisy when we first came in but as dinners departed it was easier to converse.

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                                                                                          2. John

                                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            awesome as always...Marco and his family have a great business and we love supporting them

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                                                                                          3. Theresa

                                                                                            Central Coast

                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 6 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Cafe Roma always hit's it out of the park. The following items were especially delicious: Escargot appetizer, Caesar salad, Veal Marsala and Panna Cotta.

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                                                                                          4. Scott

                                                                                            Sacramento

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Wonderful restaurant. Definitely coming back. Five Star experience.

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                                                                                          5. Corey

                                                                                            Denver

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The ambiance of this restaurant was lively and fun. The food was phenomenal! Fresh, not too heavy and simply delicious. We will definitely be back when we are in SLO again! Great service, food, and experience.

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                                                                                          6. Barbara

                                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            This was our first time at Cafe Roma. We sat at a high table in the bar. We loved sitting in the bar area. It was so charming. The server was friendly and efficient.we can't wait to go back.

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                                                                                          7. Jocilynne

                                                                                            Central Coast

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Our waitress was fantastic and the service was phenomenal!

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                                                                                          8. Christopher

                                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                                            49 reviews

                                                                                            vip
                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            49 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            Our first time at Cafe Roma--we picked Cal Poly Parents weekend for a date night, not the best idea. However, there is good nearby parking which is uncommon in SLO. The evening was fun despite some overall chaos. Service was more professional than we often have in the Central Coast but still ended up being a bit distracted. Everything we chose was well prepared and delicious. The portions are large--maybe too large. We had Ravioli Bolognese and the Short Rib Pappardelle. Both had a ton of meat. We would have been happier with a somewhat smaller portion with a green vegetable to accompany. We will definitely return.

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                                                                                          9. Robert

                                                                                            Orange County

                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 2 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            If you love Italian you must eat at this awesome restaurant that is next to the train station. The food is amazing. Just be prepared for a big crowd and a bit of a wait even if you have a reservation. The manager does a great job of greeting everyone and remembering who is who in the crowd waiting to be seated but it would be a lot less stressful if they implemented an electronic check-in system and called names.

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                                                                                          10. Jeffrey

                                                                                            Central Coast

                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 27 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            We miss Ristorante Italiano in Santa Cruz so much and now we've found something similar in SLO! Everything was super tasty, the service was great, and it was easy to get there and park.

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                                                                                          Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo is rated 4.7 stars by 1735 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                          2 people
                                                                                          21:30
                                                                                          Booked 14 times today

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                                                                                          Google Map for Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo

                                                                                          1020 Railroad Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                                            Santa Rosa
                                                                                          • Area
                                                                                            San Luis Obispo
                                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                                            Dinner Mon–Sat 16:30–21:30
                                                                                          • Price
                                                                                            $31 to $50
                                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                                            Italian, Bistro, Contemporary Italian
                                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                                            Abundant free parking in front of the restaurant.
                                                                                          • Public transit
                                                                                            Free Parking
                                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                                                            Saro and Maria Rizzo
                                                                                          • Additional
                                                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                          • Website
                                                                                            https://caferomaslo.com/
                                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                                            (805) 541-6800
                                                                                          • Catering
                                                                                            Planning is orchestrated by Café Roma’s owners, managers, and professional event staff. If you are simply needing food prepared for your special event that you plan to pick up from the restaurant and service yourself, please take a look at the Catering for Pick Up Menu at caferomaslo.com/catering.
                                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                                            Café Roma has a variety of event spaces, including the Deruta Banquet Room (capacity 80 lunch/dinner, 100 reception), the Garden Patio (capacity 50), and the Sala (capacity 40). Spaces ideal for wedding rehearsal dinners, celebrations, memorials, company parties, and medical or financial dinners.
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