Via Roma

A deliciously supple restaurant. You almost don’t expect a place like this in Charlotte, no offence to Charlotte. 🤣😁 But seriously, I understand ‘eat to live’, but I also ‘love to eat’. And of the many cities around the world that I’ve been in, you know when you taste it. Expensive doesn’t always mean good, cheap doesn’t mean bad, and this is especially true when it comes to food. But no matter the cost, we all know great/tasty when we meet it. This is just such a place. Do yourself a favor and come once. Do someone else a favor by coming back and bringing them along (once you understand what this place is). And then come back a third time or more because you, too, understand what this place is. Congratulations to the team that has brought this together..the chef(s), the owner, and the staff. Thank you to you all.

Great food! I mean top rate, tasty and has a great atmosphere. Definitely try out the pasta. The only complaint I have is that they seemed to be a little short staffed, as our waitress was running around in between a lot of tables and it took her a little while to get back to us. She was never unpleasant!

By far one of the best meals and service I had in Charlotte for the longest. I had a 07:45PM sitting time and left a message to call if they had an earlier time, and they called me twice to offer different times to accommodate me. They seated our group of 7 as soon as we arrived. Meghan, our server, was fast, responsive, and on point. Drinks, appetizers, main course, coffee and dessert were served quickly. No food was left under the heat lamp before it was served. The bill was fast, and so was the box to go. The food was delicious!! Finally a restaurant in the area that is properly staffed.

What an excellent meal! Treating our friends to dinner - 6 people total. Our friends praised the quality and overall taste of their meal; and they should know since they lived and traveled in Italy for years. The beef fillet special entree was very good. The gnocchi was tasty, but there could have been a bit more cheese. Spaghetti and meatballs were excellent. The sea food plate was very good. Overall each plate was different, yet all tasted fresh and were not overally salty or spicy. Portion size was filling, maybe even a bit too much. Desserts were really terrific. Bread pudding was very good. Tiramisu and chocolate tort were great. The cream brulee was outstanding. All totalled, 6 people with entrees, one appetizer, 2 coffees, and 4 desserts was just under $360...and you got more food than you could eat. (Although we found a way to finish the desserts.) We are already planning on coming back again and trying more menu items. Reservations are preferred but not needed. Seating at the bar and outside I believe. Very nice seating inside. Only critique was the service. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu, but didn't return to the table for a while after serving the main course. We ended up asking a bus boy for butter during the meal and a dessert menu afterward.

One of those hidden gems you hesitate to share because then the secret gets out. Great ambiance! Very attentive staff, our visit was seamless. Antipasto appetizer was good. I had the NC prawns with butternut squash risotto with balsamic reduction. Amazing! Tiramisu with cappuccino was delicious. Highly recommend. *2023 update-another incredible experience! From start to finish, great service and amazing food. I had the pasta del giorno which is cheese tortellini in parmesan sauce with truffle oil.

We enjoyed this small, intimate restaurant and highly recommend it to others! The star dishes of the night were the Pasta del Giorno and the Osso Buco followed closely by both appetizers we ordered and the panna cotta for dessert. Roasted Octopus Appetizer - Polipo Best octopus we ever had, cooked perfectly and very tender. Flavorful, tangy, Mediterranean-based spices. Crab Cakes Appetizer- (Daily Special) Well-seasoned, heavy on the crab meat and only minor filler. Surprisingly good and held-up well in comparison to a quality Maryland crab cake. Pasta del Giorno (Daily Special) This was a lovely, notable pasta dish. The fettuccini tasted homemade with a nice al dente texture in a light white wine and garlic sauce. The beef tips were an excellent addition as they balanced the light sauce and increased the depth of the dish without being too heavy. Further, the arugula and cherry tomatoes added a fresh, sweet summer taste to the dish without overcomplicating the dish. Overall, we loved this special and it was a highlight of the dinner. Osso Buco Fantastic, the veal was so tender that you could cut it with a fork. It was complemented well by the saffron risotto which was very flavorful and had a smooth, creamy texture. The sauce was a rich, tomato-based sauce that complemented the veal and risotto. They were thoughtful and included a small fork to access the bone marrow - which was delicious. Pesce del Giorno (Daily Special) Good pan-fried flounder that was cooked perfectly and paired with a well-seasoned spinach. Mare Classic seafood pasta in a marinara sauce. The clams, mussels, and lobster were tender and cooked perfectly. Panna Cotta This is one of my favorite traditional Italian desserts and it was well-represented here. It’s a sweet and tangy dessert that is fresh and light. The strawberry sauce was a strong, tangy complement to the sweet, custard. Tiramisu Good ratio of coffee to sweetness, not too bitter or too heavy on the cream. Crème brûlée Fantastic, hit the spot after a savory meal with a good balance of caramelized sugar to custard.