Frommer's Review
If you didn't know about this perfect little roadhouse, you'd drive right by. Walk into the dimly lit bar area and then to one of the comfortably snug dining rooms. This old house retains the charm of Olde Cape Cod, something that is becoming harder and harder to find. On the menu is classic Italian fare, nothing fancy. There's lasagna with homemade meatballs, shrimp scampi, and a wonderfully light veal picatta. The prices are very reasonable, even cheap, considering your meal comes with a salad or soup. But the best thing about this place is the atmosphere and the friendly staff.
Good "Mom & Pop" Italian on Cape Cod
During a brief visit to the Cape this weekend, my wife Jill & I (aka "TwoJays") got a tip to try "Villa Roma" in West Harwich. Villa Roma is a fairly small place, with a nice homey atmosphere. Harry, the middle-aged, pony-tailed host had all of the waiting parties under control and provided pretty good wait-time estimates. We sensed many of the folks waiting for tables were long-time customers, as several people told us it would be "worth the wait". More...
Best Italian on the Cape
Worth the wait in the summer and even better in the off season! My husband and I love to find these gems when we travel -- great food in a homey atmosphere. Located in a converted house in Harwich, Villa Roma serves up the best chicken marsala this side of the North End. The pastas are fabulous and we have not been disappointed on any specials, like the monster veal chop. Be warned that in the summer, you will have a bit of a wait for a table but you can hang out on the front patio or wait inside at the bar and enjoy the smells coming out of the kitchen.
R. Victor, Fairfax, VA (from TripAdvisor)
Cape Cod Dining
To say that Cape Cod has many Italian restaurants to choose from might be quite an understatement. Pizza parlors and spaghetti houses, red-checkered table cloths and while linen, family-friendly and upscale, they are all represented in virtually every town. Do you know anyone who doesn't like Italian food? I'm not sure I do. More...
What a charming little place
"Villa Roma not only has terrific Italian food but also wonderful seafood and epicurean specials...We love the veal chop and crab cakes...Everyone is very friendly,as if they were glad you came...we sure were...and we'll be back again!..."
2005-08-23 by joanie (from Yahoo local)
about the best italian food i`ve had on cape
"totally satisfied, and would not hesitate to go back again...and bring quests. thank you..."
2006-03-30 by perfectgrams (from Yahoo local)
Like Mama made
"The restaurant is small, friendly and inviting. The food is fresh authentic Italian cuisine with more than adequate portions.The bread is the best.....and the dessert is excellent. We also liked that it is an adult atmosphere."
2006-03-23 by limitedforerunner99 (from Yahoo local)
Relaxing and delicious
Villa Roma is a cozy and pleasant restaurant. The menu is limited but very, very good and the specials are a wonderful treat. I have loved every meal here. The manager and staff are very solicitous and the atmosphere is gracious. Portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable.
Aurora W., Watertown, MA (from Judysbook.com)
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