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Casa Romana

Restaurant Italian restaurant

Compact Italian restaurant serving classics and specials amid rustic artwork. Note there's no sign. People often mention service, restaurant, small, meal, atmosphere, Italian, fish, absolutely, delicious, good,


Address

5 Albion St, Leicester LE1 6GD, United Kingdom

Website

www.casaromana.co.uk

Contact

+44 116 254 1174

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (680 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 12 to 2 pm, 6 to 10 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 12 to 2 pm, 6 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 2 pm, 6 to 10 pm
  • Friday: 12 to 2 pm, 6 to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (20) restaurant (19) small (7) meal (7) atmosphere (7) Italian (7) fish (7) absolutely (6) delicious (6) good (6)
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  • 5/5 Peter B. 2 years ago on Google • 88 reviews
    Wonderful dining experience. The food was absolutely delicious, flavoursome, and filling. The service was attentive with that "family restaurant" vibe; so was lovely and personal. Would certainly come back here as a treat for a special occasion and a change from the regular "chain" restaurants.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Rupinder K. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff are really rude. Not a pleasant place to eat at all. Staff are mardy and it's like they have been forced to work. No one even cracked a smile. We were just there to have a good time. There is a small walk way between the tables and the waitress was running up and down like she was in a marathon and they weren't even busy. She was smashing plates together. The food wasn't great. Yeasty bread and when we asked for balsamic vinegar and butter the man was not happy about this and shook his head in anger and said why you need both and came back and said we do not have butter how does a restaurant not have butter? Our starter was garlic butter mushrooms this has butter in it 🤔 definitely the worst customer service. To further to our disappointment we saw the old mn scratching his bottom and the handling plates. Never have I ever had a lasagne without cheese on it this place has really gone down hill and we will not be returning. Definitely not worth the money.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Valentina Vargas G. 1 year ago on Google • 126 reviews
    This is a treasure in leicester! The food is amazing, the service incredible. THIS IS BY FAR MY FAVORITE ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN LEICESTER. I ordered everything they recommended me to and was the best decision.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Reema P. 7 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Absolutely appalled with the customer service, food and hygiene! We were given out of date desserts, which one of the member of my party actually consumed - a health risk! The desserts, as confirmed by the restaurant owner, was made 2 days prior and had a fishy smell and tasted absolutely awful. He wasn’t very happy when we decided to not order a replacement of the same desserts, as in this situation anyone would be put off. We also didn’t want to risk contracting any health issues due to it. He mentioned he had fresh ones in the back - then why not serve those in the first place? It wasn’t our fault, yet we were made to feel really bad about this situation. Additionally, the lady at the front desk was incredibly rude and abrupt from the minute we entered the restaurant. We felt unwelcome and uneasy. Although, our waitress was very kind - thanks to her we decided to actually stay and have a meal instead of walking out! Overall, we will not be coming back to this restaurant. They need to drastically improve on how they treat their customers, and check the food they are serving. Many italian restaurants in leicester provide an excellent customer experience - and we were really hoping this one did the same!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 KieranKK2018 1 year ago on Google
    Only 3 stars for me; starters were very small and not very creative. We opted for steaks and monkfish special for mains; again for £26.50 (monkfish) we were expecting more on the plate. One of the steaks chewy. Deserts ok. Didn't bother with coffee as bundled off the table for fresh customers. Won't be returning.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony J. 4 years ago on Google • 44 reviews
    Delicious food, homely atmosphere and possible the best calamari I've ever had. Highly recommend all the dishes we tried, food was all bursting with flavour, the highlight for me being the calamari. The service was good but was more relaxed then some people might expect but for me it kept with the atmosphere of the place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 William A. 4 months ago on Google • 43 reviews
    We went as a group of 11 blokes and ordered from the Xmas menu. The service was ok. We had a variety of starters between us, my goats cheese salad with beetroot was ok. The mains.... We waited ages for them which I don't necessarily mind, but with lots of the group ordering steak and chips, it was disappointing to see the chips being brought out in sharing bowls. For that price we feel chips on the plate would be appropriate. The salad looked utterly miserable, lettuce yellow and poorly chopped. My canaloni was ok, but if someone told me it was a microwaved marks and Spencer meal I wouldn't have been surprised. The experience could have been improved with more beer choices, some music would have been nice, and the small details I previously mentioned. That being said, I think 2 of 5 is very fair., perhaps lenient.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tash W. 10 months ago on Google • 39 reviews
    Hidden away down the backstreets in the city centre, we stumbled across this place by chance when googling an Italian restaurant for dinner. Was fairly busy but only had to wait for 15 minutes or so. Good selection of starters and mains including fish, chicken, veal, steak and pasta. Also had some specials with mussels, scallops, swordfish or monkfish as options. I had the duck ragout whilst my partner had steak with truffle, sun dried tomatoes and cream sauce which was absolutely divine! More upmarket compared to other places in the city centre but we’ll worth the price. Food was absolutely delicious and we’re looking forward to coming back soon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Sarju P. 5 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Went to this restaurant a few weeks ago as a party of 7 on a Saturday night. It was busy, the restaurant is small. Initially the service seemed ok but as our party all arrived and we got talking and laughing, the manager came over and told us rather abruptly to keep the noise down! We weren't THAT loud! Anyway, that set the tone a little bit and we felt that we couldn't enjoy ourselves because we would be told to keep the volume down again. The wine was nice and the beers were cold. The food, here's what really grates me, this restaurant is meant to have good, Italian food... the food was average at best. My friends scallops were nice but with no accompaniments, it was expensive. The pasta didn't seem as though it was fresh and made on site, rather looked and tasted like packet, dried pasta. I had the chicken in cream sauce, this was super bland, I had to add salt to my dish which something that I never do! Overall, it is a restaurant that is well over priced for the quality and quantity of food served. We were on a night out and didn't want to sour the night anymore by complaining so we paid and left... none of us would go back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert D. 1 year ago on Google
    We were lucky enough to have this little jem recommended to us . We had a wonderful meal in a lovely place with lovely staff and a charming owner. The food was excellent, complement to the chef. Pity it's not in Sheffield because we would be there regularly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Matt S. 1 year ago on Google
    Over prices, small portions and slow service. Tiny restaurant that gets very loud and difficult to hear anything. Got the order wrong twice and tried to charge us. Not recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tamsin 1 year ago on Google • 24 reviews
    For a Thursday evening it was fairly busy with a nice atmosphere. Wine was fantastic. Prawns plump and in a delicious, perfected tomato and garlic sauce. I had Penne All’ Arrabbiata with Chicken, arrabbiata being a simple tomato dish but therefore very difficult to make it taste so complex - which they easily managed. Partner had veal. Not for me or him personally but glad we tried it. Had sautéed potatoes with it which were sadly undercooked. Coffee smelt wonderful although unfortunately not something to have in the evening for us :) Overall it was lovely and will be back for more!

  • 5/5 Chris W. 2 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    First of all the atmosphere was very calm and suitable for a nice and chilled out night out. The staff were super friendly, caring, made sure everything was top notch while being super busy running around making sure every customer is happy. The food was beautiful in taste and appearance. Me and my partner had scallops and bruschetta and it was the perfect choice for starters. For mains steak and chicken pasta Wer incredible. Fresh sauces and perfectly cooked fillet steak, just the way I asked and also it was served in a way I would have never guessed. The only little thing I could complain about was the side salad for the steak, as it was served in a small bowl but the lettuce and tomatoes were sliced a bit large and it was a bit difficult eating it. It doesn't change the fact that everything from welcoming us, service, professionalism and great food deserves a 5 star rating. We will definitely come back, not sure how soon, but we will come back!! Najszczersze pozdrowienia dla przemiłej Pani zza lady. :)

  • 5/5 raksha p. 9 months ago on Google
    Great food, competitive prices , service is great too, it can seem quite noisy sometimes though as it echoes in there but that’s not their fault - amazing Italian cuisine

  • 5/5 Tom 9 months ago on Google
    Hadn’t been here since I was a kid, came tonight and was delighted with every aspect - delicious food; welcoming, friendly, and attentive service; great atmosphere. Will definitely be returning soon.

  • 1/5 Donnamarie L. 8 months ago on Google
    I sat in the restaurant and a group of people came in. They seemed to be in very chatty manner . They was greeted and I heard a make raise his voice and say " your joking " . A person I assumed was a manager came to them . He was shouting at them telling them there all the same. I called a waitress over and enquired as to why the commotion ( I'm a bit nosey ) I was told its because their travellers. I asked what that ment. They said " they have to pay before they get their meal or the won't pay and police are called " . I said "what these people" ? They replied" no but they are all the same" . I was shocked that this manner of discrimination can still continue in 2023 when a baby is not a baby and you can be of no gender. But if your from the travelling community your all targeted with the same arrow. Myself and my family will not be returning to this establishment when we visit our parents .

  • 5/5 Lisa D. 4 years ago on Google
    Spent a really pleasant evening here. The food was fabulous...we had the fish lasagna and lobster ravioli for starters followed by the duck penne and lamb tagliatelle. The hubby also tried the Tiramisù, which he said was delicious. The host was really friendly and very accommodating. Would highly recommend the restaurant!

  • 5/5 Gemma P. 11 months ago on Google
    Absolutely love this authentic Italian restaurant, the food service and atmosphere 10/10. And the prices are very reasonable. The little green door x

  • 4/5 Nicholas W. 11 months ago on Google
    Good food and service. Nice wine options, we had the very good Primitivo. Looking forward to going back.

  • 5/5 Scott H. 10 months ago on Google
    Wow, just wow... I had a truly exceptional evening at Casa Romana. Took the missus out for her birthday, and the service was superb, the food was absolutely incredible, easily matching (and in my opinion, better) than the meals from my favourite restaurant in Rome. The starters of garlic mushrooms and scallops were devoured with absolute delight, and the mains of chicken arabiata and carbonara were absolutely delicious. All at a surprisingly reasonable price, excellent value. Without a doubt, probably the best meal out I have eaten in my life, I will definately be returnimg.

  • 5/5 Jack S. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic meal from start to finish. Food was excellent as well as the service. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Samantha B. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food and service the fish lasagne was so good! We enjoyed all our food but that dish really stood out for me thank you see you soon!

  • 5/5 Joe M. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing service, meal, value, setting and atmospheric. 10/10 X

  • 5/5 Sam W. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely topclass restaurant where the food is the star of the experience 😋 The service is amazing staff very kind and courteous . I f you manage to book a table don't wait you won't regret it. Been here many times before and have never been disappointed . Thank you so much 💓

  • 5/5 Tim C. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful little hidden gem, not overstated on the outside and cozy on the inside. Located just off Belvoir Street on Albion Street. Traditional Italian restaurant serving authentic Itaian food. The menu caters well for both meat eaters and vegetarians. Specials board had a great range of fresh fish options. Drinks menu has a large wine menu (as expected for an Italian restaurant), but doesnt cater much for beers/ales. Staff very friendly and attentive and service was prompt. Amazed I haven't been here before in all the time I've been in Leicester. Will definitely go again with family.

  • 5/5 Robert F. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent lunch as usual. Good food, good portions, pleasant staff. Prices have gone up, but where hasn't. Still better value than most .

  • 5/5 David F. 1 year ago on Google
    An amazing Italian that's been there for 40 years. So easy to miss. Gets busy. Best to book. Lively small restaurant. Does all the pasta and pizza. But fish is its speciality. We had sword fish ( the best I've had in years), sea bass and monk fish. All cooked to perfection. Fish menu varies on what's fresh on the day. Lovely friendly staff. Great night out. Can't wait to go again.

  • 4/5 Mihkar M. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was great and attentive service. The roof garden was nice for the summer.

  • 5/5 Rohini N. 6 months ago on Google • 1 review
    This food was phenomenal and authentic. The atmosphere was lovely and they were so accommodating, it was my sister’s birthday and they helped make it so special. Thank you so much would reccomend!!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery

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