Vacanza Romana is a popular Italian restaurant in El Dorado Hills, known for its handcrafted pasta, seasonal menu, and welcoming atmosphere. The menu features a variety of Italian favorites, including artichoke salad, and is thoughtfully curated to highlight fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Customers appreciate the warm and friendly service, especially during special events like NYE, despite occasional delays and busy nights that can affect the experience. Many reviews highlight the quality of the food, describing it as wonderful and enjoyable, though some mention that the flavors are not overly gourmet or intense. The restaurant's ambiance is lively, with guests enjoying watching the kitchen action or relaxing in a cozy setting. Prices are considered reasonable for a fine dining place in the area. Overall, visitors enjoy Vacanza Romana for a nice night out, celebrating good food and good company, and many express their intention to return. The restaurant’s commitment to a seasonal, regionally inspired menu and attentive service makes it a favorite dining spot in the community.
The food service was slow. It was 75 minutes from the time we sat down until we were served our entree. The waitress was not very attentive. Forgetting things she said she would do. The food was not completely up to their standard.
May 2026
Update…Last few times here service was terrible. Everything needs salt.
Everything is great here that we’ve tried (chicken dishes, mozzarella, desserts, calamari etc) but the pasta dishes are a ripoff. $32 for 2 tiny ravioli is a joke. What AI says about bland food is longer accurate.
May 2026
Tried the specials fried artichoke and chicken Marsala tortellini.....AMAZING!! The pea soup was perfect! Can't wait to come back and try the new items on the menu!
