Roma Cafe
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Restaurants, Cocktail Lounges, Convention & Meeting Facilities & SvcItalian
| MONDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 10:30PM |
| TUESDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 10:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 10:30PM |
| THURSDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 10:30PM |
| FRIDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 10:30PM |
| SATURDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 10:30PM |
| SUNDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 10:30PM |
Customer Reviews (36 reviews)
art1047
on Citysearch Sep 12, 2009I would never go there again !My sauce was watery and the steak was rare when I ordered it medium.I've been treated better by McDonald's wait staff.Save your money and the drive to an unsafe part of detroit.... (more)
letseatdinner
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2009I've been to Roma Cafe a few times and have been disappointed each occasion. I've read the other reviews and have to agree that I think the experience is directly related to who you know and how well the staff knows you.... (more)
DocSeverin
on Citysearch Nov 07, 2008I know a lot of people who frequent this establishment who rate it as one of the best italian restaurants that they go to. I have to say that these people do have good taste but I have to say my experience there seriously... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 11, 2008If you can't go to Italy, go to Roma Cafe. The staff is great and the food is wonderful. Did I mention how cheap? You will not believe your eyes. Valet service too. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 09, 2008This place was awesome! We felt right at home, and didn't want to leave. My boys were even comfortable here. We ended up having two of the Veal Gourmet, which gave us more than enough food for four and it only cost $66 !... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2008Fine Italian cuisine served in a comfortable atmosphere. They have a great wine selection as well as a full bar service. You must order the Caesar salad, which they prepare at your table.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 19, 2008Roma Cafe has fantastic Italian food!! Be sure to try the Chicken Cacciatora - wine, peppers, tomatoes - YUM! Not overly pricey, great service, nice place! Highly recommend! (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 22, 2008Roma's Cafe is a Fabulous Italian Restaurant! From the Antipasta salads to the Italian Sausage the food is delicious. The service and wait staff were pleasant. We have been going here for years and they are always... (more)
RickDog
on Citysearch Mar 14, 2008I have been coming here for years, as well as my parents before me, as well as my grandparents before my parents.. Jan, the owner, and Dan, the host, are two of the most gracious and polite people you could ever meet. They... (more)
WopperFlopper
on Citysearch Feb 17, 2008I've only had GREAT food and GOOD service here. MONDAY ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET is absolutely the FINEST Italian food you can find anywhere (better than NYC!) and reasonably priced, too.... (more)
june99
on Citysearch Dec 08, 2007I was really excited about eating there, especially after reading all of the great reviews, however I was very disappointed. We arrived on time only to discover that our reservation had been mistakenly been bumped... (more)
goovno1234
on Citysearch Aug 26, 2006I 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... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Jul 27, 2006<b>In Short</b><br>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... (more)
rickge1
on Citysearch Feb 15, 2006You 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... (more)
chy8nna
on Citysearch Dec 30, 2005Excellent 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... (more)
tomk300
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2005I 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... (more)
czr93
on Citysearch Apr 29, 2005Veal 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... (more)
mjmorgan
on Citysearch Mar 11, 2004The 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... (more)
jcamilleri
on Citysearch Mar 07, 2004The 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. (more)
banasx
on Citysearch Jan 27, 2004Love 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... (more)
loby
on Citysearch Oct 08, 2003Too many tables cramped together, egg plant parmagane the worst I ever had! Bad service! (more)
cosmochik
on Citysearch Jul 07, 2003Roma is italian dining at is most pure. The ingredients are fresh the food is good , classical italian food. some other reveiws may say it is cramped, or the food is overdone, but it is a place with atmoshpere. I've took... (more)
bsvantho
on Citysearch May 29, 2003More expensive than your average Italian restaurant, but well worth it. Quite possibly the best Italian restaurant in the Detroit area! Wide variety of entrees from your standard pasta dishes, to a number of veal... (more)
battista
on Citysearch Dec 03, 2002I have taken clients there a few times and had decent service but the food was a litle old hat. The pastas were always over cooked and unexciting. (more)
lg610
on Citysearch Dec 01, 2002I have had some good dinners here. I don't know how much of a "secret" Roma Cafe is after over 100 years of service, but if it is, they have a serious P.R. problem. I find the service here very good and the food about... (more)
dlv43
on Citysearch Nov 29, 2002The Best Kept Secret in Detroit. The building is 110 years old. (more)
donna_santo
on Citysearch Oct 08, 2002Wonderful food, excellent service and a warm environment. The Paglio e fini is excellent as are the fresh fish items, the veal, pastas. (more)
fbotsick
on Citysearch Sep 28, 2002One of the better of the old style American-Italian restaurants. Food can be good but not exciting. Service is OK. (more)
mchaze
on Citysearch Sep 12, 2002Like a blast from the past. I know this place is the favorite of many people but it's time to wake up, it's a new millenium. There are so many exciting things happening in Italy's culinary world today besides tomato... (more)
louisbask
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2002Anyone who enjoys good Italian food with a passion for mama's home cooking will enjoy this Detroit gem hidden away in Eastern Market. (more)
bsawmiller
on Citysearch Aug 20, 2002Great atmosphere, food and service. Jan is the best hostess and it is absolutely my favorite Italian restaurant. (more)
trishster
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2002I love the atmosphere, love the male waiters and LOVE the food! Prompt service and generous portions! (more)
greeneye72
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2002Waiters in traditional tuxedos, prompt service, and simply incredible food. A must taste! (more)
rocktiny
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2002This place has it all, great food, great history, and great service. If you've never visited Detroits oldest resturant then you should kick yourself. Leave the suburbs for an evening and treat yourself to authentic... (more)
Gospel
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2002Tucked away in the Eastern Market district, it was a very pleasant surprise. The food was delicious and the service was with a smile. It makes you feel like you're in one of those little Italian restaurants in... (more)
karrie1027
on Citysearch Aug 01, 2002The best lasagna I ever had! The couple we went with are regulars, so we got a table right away. I would recommend that everyone try this restaurant, there isn't a bad thing on the menu and the service is amazing!... (more)