Rosa's Italian Restaurant

First off can I give a shout out to Gracie our server. She was top notch. Knowledgeable, attentive, quick, and understanding. I’ve been here once before with my husband and recommended my best friend to try it on our mini coastal trip. Gracie started us off with a complementary loaf of bread(very generous amount-like a whole loaf) My friend and I order 4 items: 2 appetizers and 2 entrées. For the apps we got the burratta and garlic cloves. (Fair warning garlic cloves on the messier side-to eat) I went for the shrimp and scallops but it wasn’t for me, and Gracie immediately picked up on it and although I am very adamant about not returning food she reassured me she rather get me something I would fully enjoy and so I picked the ravioli (a better choice for me). My friend chose the Chicken

Visiting and staying in Pismo Beach with my GF for Valentines day she choose Rosa's Italiano for dinner, we were both impressed with the decor, the staff, and the food. She enjoyed the Rack of Lamb and I a salad with the Shrimp Scampi. If you enjoy Italian then visit.

First impressions matter. We opened the door and immediately received a genuinely warm greeting. Less than 10 minute wait for a table for 3 - lucky for us as wait at that other place up the street was 2+ hours. Easy choice to come here. Attentive service from start to finish. Friendly but not pushing the pace. Sorry could not curate the pics…food too delicious to wait. Warm bread is to die for. Spinach manicotti done red/white style was warm comforting and very flavorful. Chicken piccata tender nicely seasoned with just right linguini. Braised short ribs fall off the bone delicious. All amazing yes take home boxes required.

We haven't been to Pismo since I was Stationed at Vandenberg AFB in 1993/94. I wanted some Clam Chowder and got Rosas highly recommended. Omar had some FANTASTIC menu recommendations, and all was VERY Good, amazing service from Omar and the rest. GO HERE, get the clam chowder and enjoy.

The staff was very warm and friendly. I really enjoyed their clam chowder, and the vongole was one of the best I’ve ever had with lots and lots of clams. The pizza, however, was pretty underwhelming.