Roma Cafe

goovno1234 

on Citysearch

18 years ago

The best Italian restaurant in Detroit – I have been coming to this restaurant for 30 years, and I am in my 40's. I have NEVER had a bad meal there. The food is well prepared, plentiful, and served correctly. The Roma Cafe is always busy. There is a good reason for this- quality service, quality food, a decent price, and the owner is on-site, taking care of business. Many of the people who work at Roma have been there for ages- there is virtually no turnover, thus making this restaurant very consistent. I go there at least t... read more

Contributor 

on Citysearch

18 years ago

Since 1890, the city's oldest restaurant has offered classic Italian dishes in a refined setting at the Eastern Market. – In Short Situated in the Eastern Market, the Roma Cafe has been a Detroit institution since 1890, making it the city's oldest restaurant. Whether you're seated in themain dining room, the intimate Vatican Room or the cozy old-fashioned bar, the classic Italian food puts many newer restaurants to shame. Start with the minestrone soup and antipasto salad, then move onto any of the classic Italian favorites ... read more

rickge1 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

I'm back at my grandmothers house – You step back in time when you go to this place. A 130 year old house with an atmosphere like you are at home. The servers have been there forever and are knowlegable warm and friendly like you were family. And the food! We had the veal for 2 which came with salad, pasta, bread 5 vegs and 4 different veal dishes (parmesean, marsala, tosca and lemon). Tiramisu to die for and coffee rounded out a huge meal which we wound up taking half home. Go to this place and you will leave feeling satisf... read more

chy8nna 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

Simply the BEST – Excellent food and service. An extensive menu with classic Italian favorites along with flavorful beef, seafood, and poultry selections. Salads are dressed with a very tasty Italian style vinaigrette that must be homemade. Cocktails contain a generous amount of liquor and the espresso with a twist of lemon is just delicious. Although the waiters are clad in tuxedos, day and night, patrons' attire is mixed; both casual and business attire. I only eat at two restaurants in the Detroit metro area. Roma Cafe is... read more

tomk300 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

The Best Italian Food In Detroit – I Go There 2 to 3 Times A Week, The Waiters Are First Class, The Service Is Great, The Food And The Portions Are Very Good And The Prices Are Very Reasonable. Also On Monday Nite The Buffet Is Worth Every Penny. Number # 1 In My Book. 

czr93 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

Getting close to 20yrs. – Veal Tosca and a Roma salad and I'm a happy man. I'm getting near 20 yrs in Michigan and always a great meal at Roma's. It may be cramped and noisy at times and there have been some long waits, but the food and the service are always very good. Some of the waiters have been there since I can remember.I think one sign of a good restaurant is when the menu and staff are succesfull for a long time. 

mjmorgan 

on Citysearch

21 years ago

Was I there on an off day? – The Roma meal I had would not qualify it for Best Italian by a long shot. My veal dish was a commercially-prepared veal-like chunk. Reminded me of the "fused" chicken at Wendy's. I liked the atmosphere, but would not order an Italian dish were I to go back. 

jcamilleri 

on Citysearch

21 years ago

Big Portions – The Roma has a reputation, for giving good size portions of food. Friendly Waiters ,and a home like atmosphere, make it a good place, to meet old friends and new. 

banasx 

on Citysearch

21 years ago

Absolutely a Hoot! – Love the place! The bar is an absolute blast, the whole staff a the Roma Cafe is wonderful along with the food and service. The character of the place is the best, best table to be seated is table 1 or 3 in the bar. Best waiter John.