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We didn't want too much for dinner tonight. D's Beach Bar had a Chef's menu, 3 course dinner which would have been too much for us, so we decided to go to Roma's for Happy Hour and have appetizers. First of all, let me say the service was top notch. We ordered 3 appetizers and we wanted some bread with our order. When our 2 freshly baked rolls were gone, they were replaced with 2 more, and because the Focaccia bread just came out of the oven, our waiter added a 1/2 dozen squares of that to the basket. We ordered Korean Wings, Panko Shrimp and Veal Meatballs and just 2 of the 3 would have been enough for us tonight and the rest we brought home in a bag with napkins, forks, spoons and knives. All of the appetizers were delicious.

I should also mention that because of a current thread on TTOL , no S/C was added to the bill, so we tipped more than 20%.

Yes. They even state on their menus no SC will be added. They leave that up to the patrons. Class place.

Scubaman - Funny thing is that the places that don't add a 15% Service charge to ensure their staff get a tip are the places that provide the best service

Hmmm. Think there is a incentive to give great friendly service?😆🍷😂

That was exactly my experience: two apps would have been sufficient. I think those Korean BBQ wings are just the bomb!

Whaletail, thanks to this thread...

i will def support Roma a few times this vacay. I have been tempted in the past and went to Moulin Fou (10%? Sc) with impeccable food and service so I added a thank you.

Over the next couple days, i will suggest Roma to my friends.

Keep up the updates, i may follow in your footsteps.

Those apps definitely looked wonderful! We probably been to Roma only two or three of times, but the times that we have been there, the service and food have been excellent.

I had the burrata salad with the Korean wings. Both were delicious and the wings were huge. I also got a free smoked Manhattan cocktail as the bartender was experimenting. Needless to say a generous tip was included.

Just an FYI for those who want to go to Roma for happy hour and the appetizer menu, the appetizer menu only applies to the sitting area around the bar, including the few bar tables which are across from the bar.
It is a nice environment sitting in that area. There are TVs up, etc.. If you are seated in another area of the restaurant, the appetizer menu does not apply. Appetizers are from both Mr. Chow and Roma.All the appetizers are good and the prices have not changed for the last 12 months.

Drphilsxm

I think we'll try Roma when we're there in January. Prices don't look too bad.

This is the Calamari appetizer. Also a view from the seating area with the Korean wings as well.

Drphilsxm

Michael and I went to Roma based on a lot of reviews here. It was amazing. Michael had the tartufo pasta while I had the gorgonzola gnocchi. Both delicious. And service was TOP TOP notch. What an upgrade from Cheri's.

Dr. Phil

The calamari is the bomb, wife had them twice in one week breaking the rule of not trying something new.
The zucchini chips are also awesome

Can't wait to try the wings upon all the recommendations

Enjoy the holidays

Maho kid, yes, I have also had repeats of the calamari 😃
Possibly see you in SXM, January or February?

Drphilsxm

Dr Phil

Wish I could visit in Jan / Feb
This may be my last ski season and it's a short one here in the northeast
Next year we will living in our new shore house which will be two hours further south so may be retiring from the sport

I am retiring at the end of the month and may stay on as a consultant

Got a disco cruise in February and Playa del Carmen booked for May

3 weeks in SXM starting August 17 to September 8

sure hope to see you then

Those wings do look good. Will have to give them a try in May.

And Phil......we should see you for a few days in August.