Joseph N.
Yelp
My partner and I were in the San Ramon shopping complex and eventually wanted to grab dinner. Instead of driving off we decided to give Delarosa a try, as I'd enjoyed it in SF in the past. We had an enjoyable, satisfying experience! Good food, standout drinks, and really pleasant service made it a solid experience for us.
---- Food ----
We got the bartender's special pizza, meatballs, grilled steak spiedini (skewer), and romaine and kale caesar salad. We also got three cocktails.
The pizza was delicious and absolutely a highlight. You should definitely get at least one pizza when dining here. The burrata, spice, sauce, and sausage all came together perfectly on ours.
The meatballs were fine and not memorable. They'll get the job done as an appetizer, but nothing more. They come with two meatballs and two pieces of toasted bread.
The steak skewer was yummy, nicely seasoned. The kale and potatoes -- mixed with steak juices -- was delicious! Recommended.
The salad was fresh and tasty. The kale mix made it feel a bit elevated. Also recommended to cut through the savory options.
---- Drinks ----
Surprisingly, the drinks were the star of the evening. We got the Oaxacan Negroni, Marco Polo, and Rye Ember. They were all simple but well-balanced, tasty, and priced well.
The Oaxacan Negroni was solid, delicious. Recommended
The Marco Polo was a fruity cocktail that actually had dimension with some nice complexity and balance. Yummy
The Rye Ember stood out as the most complex and best of the night for me
---- Environment and Location ----
It's loud, though we sat in one of the quieter spots. Expect some noise, but nothing extreme.
Location is convenient and feels safe in the San Ramon complex.
---- Service ----
From the start, the hostess was friendly and accommodating. She seated us early and gave us our preferred spot.
Hamid was a fantastic server -- professional, helpful, and gave strong recommendations.
---- Cost ----
Food prices felt average. Although, the drinks were high value, fantastic for the price.
---- Notes and Tips ----
Make a reservation, though it wasn't too busy at 8pm.
Noise level is on the louder side, so be prepared.
---- Overall ----
Safe choice for a tasty, pleasant spot for a meal and drinks, especially for this shopping complex! Noise aside, it hits the mark on food, drinks, and value. If I wanted a nearby bite in the area again, it would be one of my top options.