06/15/09

Yummy in my Tummy

by moose512

This place will give you cravings. I love their bread sticks and ranch, I don't know anyone who thinks otherwise. They have lots of staff that come around at all the right times to check on you. I don't think I have ever waited for anything from pop refills to the bill. They are clean and my favorite dishes include their Greek salad, fish and chips (yes really, cause its real cod fillets and smashing tartar sauce), great pizza, and this pasta with red and white sauce mixed. I only was disappointed with their chicken marsala.

• Pros: bread sticks and ranch

04/19/09

Michigans best kept secret

by knowsgoodfood

I read these previews before entering this restaurant and I was shocked with how wrong almost everyone's description of "slow service" or "horrible servers" were. My service was incredible. From the time I was greeted at the door to the time I was walking out into the parking lot (where a busboy ran out to hand me my phone I had left behind). Our server was polite and very knowledgeable of the menu. Being it my first time, I had many questions of the menu the server (Emily, I think) was very happy to explain. I was even more impressed when she explained to me that they had a larger wine list. The bottle selection wasn't the largest of options, however they had several bottles I wanted or would recommend with this style of dinner.

The food was indescribably incredible. The large portions, the fresh tasting everything. Lets not forget the bread! Oh, my God! If you told me I had one menu item to pick as my favorite I would tell you everything in this place, but the bread was out of this world. You don't even have to put butter on it being so soft and flavorful. The menu is so large, we ended up ordering four dinners so that we could sample as much as possible. We didn't even put a dent in the menu nor did we put a dent into the large portions they gave to us (Did you know their soups or salads are included with every meal?).

Everything tasted unique yet exquisite at the same time. The veal osso bucco, so juicy and tender you could eat it with a spoon. The chicken caccatorre, the pepper aromas give this simple dish its authenticity. Let's not forget the home made pasta dishes, fresh pasta being made as soon as you walk in the door. You could really tell they cook from the heart. I would expect the flavors of this restaurant to wow me with over priced menus that chefs and restaurant owners expect me to pay simply because they make something palette able.

My wife and I eat out all the time. I also used to work for several restaurants for many years to help put me through law school. Eating out is not only an everyday occurrence for us, but it is also a hobby we both enjoy.

In short, the best experience I have ever had in a restaurant. Good food, great service and a reasonable price. Roman Village is what a restaurant should be. It's not a wonder why they have been in business for over 45 years.

• Pros: Food and service
• Cons: Inexpensive

09/02/08

Can't be beat!

by stlouis26

My husband and I have been going to the Roman Village for about 15 years now. There have been times when the service has been bad and we would take a break for a couple of months, but, we always go back. The food CAN'T BE BEAT! I love their Italian Sausage Casserole and Stuffed Shells. And, of course, the bread. I just wish I had that recipe. We have tried Antonio's a couple of times, but, even though they are family to Roman Village, they don't have the same menu. My favorite items are not on their menu. I also went there for a luncheon in their banquet room and had the worse service I have ever had anywhere. Each item was brought to our tables individually in about 15 minute intervals. It took us almost 2 hours to eat. There was about 75 angry people that day! Anyway, I just want to let you know that I recommend the Roman VIllage highly and plan on going there tonight.

• Pros: Great food that can't be beat!
• Cons: Like everyone else, the service.