Rosa's

I came here with my boyfriend and we honestly only came to try something different. We have been talking about coming here for a while but when we finally did we were gravely disappointed. #1 honestly don’t come if your person of color simply because first it took a while for us to be helped while we noticed others who happen to be white were looked after more than us which we can understand there is people coming in but we were barely helped while all those who were white around us were able to achieve speedy service. #2 we got the beef ravioli and the fettuccine Alfredo and honestly would not come back. First the bread we got was super cold, the ravioli was okay but seemed to remind me of food that is leftover in the sink. While the Alfredo fettuccini simply tasted disgusting something inedible my boyfriend got only 2 bites and could not even touch the rest. I tried it myself and it had an unexplainable unpleasant taste. I don’t understand the amazing reviews that this is the best Italian restaurant. The best thing there was the cheesy bread and unironically the lollipops at the door. They did take some percentage off the bill for the fettuccine but I would not waste anymore money here. Everyone has their own taste but truly this place was not ideal and to put it simply, gross. On a side note after our encounter here we are currently having stomach pain from eating here. Eat at your own risk ⚠️

Best Italian spot in town. I come from the East Coast, and this is exactly what the mom and pop restaurants were like. Amazing, simple, authentic food. Best marinara in the city. Best pizzas in the city. Great service and they cator for eating in or offer a slightly cheaper menu for pick up orders. Perfect, old school spot for a date or a family dinner.

1st rate old school italian. Great comfort food! Give them a try 😉

Our family completely enjoyed our evening at Rosa's for a family celebration. The staff was amazing! We were pleasantly accommodated for our large group of people. The food was wonderful!

Love this place! 🤩 One of my top 5 picks for sure. My now go to is Always the chicken cacciatore! It's soooo yummy and a Must try! The starter salads are super good oh and can't forget the bread and butter 🤤 Their pizzas and calzones are super good and huge. The creme Brule treat was super good you must try it! I love the atmosphere and location if you haven't been check it out. 🙂

I’d heard nothing but good things about Rosa’s when my in-laws brought me here. The service was exceptional, very friendly staff. We were seated right away, and I’m glad we arrived when we did as the place became packed very soon after. Can’t complain about that, it means the food must be great! To start, the bread they brought out was soft and delicious. It was only made better by adding puttanesca sauce. I ordered lobster ravioli which was creamy and delicious. The pizza was also incredible. Puttanesca really added to that as well. Overall amazing and we would definitely return.

Excellent stop, great service ! And the tomato sauce very good ! 🫶 for meatball sub lovers

A hidden jewel of wonderful Italian food. Clean restaurant and friendly staff. Came in with a party of three for dinner, been here in the past, however I realized I haven’t reviewed it before. I ordered chicken Marsala, it was wonderful. We also ordered Chicken Alfredo, he loved it. We also ordered raviolis, she loved it. Minestrone soup was delicious. For dessert we ordered tiramisu that we split three ways. Can’t describe how decadent it was, wow, it is a must order! We are coming back here very soon.

Every single time we have patronized this restaurant, we have been impressed. Why? Serving staff always friendly and willing to assist with any small request...and...let's not forget the food!! Oh my gosh! My husband always gets the steak and scampi and always looks forward to those juicy bites grilled to perfection. Absolute perfection. My husband almost salivates waiting for his steak...it's that good. East Bakersfield is lucky to have this superb Italian restaurant. And don't forget the other delectable menu items like their calzones and pizzas, not to mention cannelone! Just scrumptious!! Check them out! You'll be glad you did!!!

Environment: It's a small restaurant, but it feels like an authentic Italian spot. At first, it didn't look like the type of place I'd normally choose--but turns out it's a hidden gem! Cozy, simple, and all about the food. Food: The sauces were the star of the night. We tried three different ones, and each dish had its own unique flavor. Every bite felt worth every cent. Honestly the best Italian food I've ever tasted, and we left so full. As a vegetarian, I really appreciated that the waiter recommended the best options for my preference. Service: Amazing! Our waiter truly deserved the biggest, sweetest tip. He was kind, attentive, and made my birthday special with complimentary ice cream. What meant a lot was how he welcomed us as the only Latinos there--he spoke Spanish with my mom and made her feel comfortable. That hospitality left such a good impression. Overall: A hidden gem in Bakersfield with incredible food and even better service. One of those rare places that makes you feel like family. Loved it!

We've always enjoyed Rosa's, but we haven't been for a while. We decided to try it out for lunch. Their prices are great and so is the food and the portions were huge for lunch. My husband had the lasagna. I felt that it could've used a bit more marinara and the noodles seemed a little overcooked, but overall, it was very tasty! I chose the chicken cacciatore. My only complaint would be that the chicken breast seemed a little tough; I just cut the chunks into smaller pieces and it was fine. There were tomatoes, onions, peppers and mushrooms in the delicious sauce. I would definitely recommend it and will have it again. My daughter had the chicken piccata which she thought was a little salty. We shared some tiramisu for dessert, which is my favorite, and it was delicious!! In spite of the parking lot being full when we arrived, we were seated promptly and the service was good.

After a night at the holiday night called for some good ol' pizza. IMO Rosa's has the best pizza in town. I ordered a large Rosa's special to go. Service is always good, and seating is great with an optional back room for larger parties. It was amazing as always.

Decided to try this place after passing by here a lot of times. The whole restaurant is unassuming and when we got in, it felt like those authentic Italian restaurants with their overall vibe and ambiance. The service we received was good and server was friendly. We enjoyed the food that we had. Mushrooms were tasty, the pasta was filling and delicious. Perfect for date night, I should say!

Absolutely tasteful! You won't be disappointed having a dish of Italian food at Rosa's! My family enjoyed a little bit of everything and it was all flavorful. I recommend ordering from their à la carte meals because the portions are a good size for one person to enjoy. My family enjoyed their half and half meal of spaghetti and ravioli with a side of sausage. Pepperoni Pizza was yummy and of course chicken grilled Alfredo scrumptious with the right amount of sauce. Their service was quick with a 20 -25 minute pick up. I recommend this place if you're living or visiting the Eastside of Bakersfield.

The atmosphere was so warm and inviting, truly a family-friendly place that makes you feel right at home the moment you walk in. The staff are so sweet and genuinely happy to see you. I went with a girlfriend on our way to an event, and we ended up eating everything before we even remembered to take photos! The food was absolutely amazing. I had the chicken piccata and it was so good, full of flavor and perfectly cooked. The manicotti was to die for. Overall, such a great experience. I can't wait to go back!

We heard that the same people owned this Rosa's and the one in Pismo Beach. If it's true they must of forgot about this one. When you walk in the old stained carpet is enough to make you think twice about eating here. The walls are old and faded, the bench seats in the booths are worn with holes where many people have sat with no update. The dining room is broken up into almost private dining spaces. This added to the dull feeling of the dining room. The service was fair and the bus person pretty much kept up with removing dirty dishes but you had to ask for refills. The food was okay but nothing like Pismo. The salad was large but the soup had spaghetti and another pasta as filler, but it lacked flavor. The pasta dishes and red and white sauces were decent but anything great. Anyway it has no ambiance the stained carpet raised questions about cleanliness. The food was average. The service was adequate.

Mom spent a few days not feeling well so I thought some Rosa's Special Pizza would help and it sure did. Been eating at Rosas's since my mom was pregnant with me in the 70's and we are still enjoying it.

Food tastes as if it was a frozen dinner, New York was like beef jerky(ordered medium).. chicken piccata was dry and gravy tastes like it's from a can. 1/10 servers are very welcoming.

Came here with a friend for lunch because Mamma Mia & Urrichio's were both closed on Mondays. We so wanted a salad for lunch from these places. At any rate, we hopped on the 178 to the Eastside and went to Rosa's. I've never been before so this was a good chance for me to finally try their food. Their lunch menu was extensive and the prices were very reasonable. I spotted the Mushroom Ravioli with Alfredo sauce while my girlfriend had the Lasanga. She also highly recommended the sautéed mushrooms. Boy! Those mushrooms were so good and had a great deep rich flavor. Description just says button mushrooms seasoned and cooked to perfection. And perfection it was. I would go back there right away just for that deep, rich sauce. It was so darn good, I used my bread to soak all that richness and even spooned over the mushrooms and sauce on top of my ravioli and Alfredo sauce, which took the dish to a whole new level. There's a quiet quaintness about this place. The booths were cozy and provided you just enough privacy to enjoy your meal away from the next table. The service was expeditious. The lunch portions were huge and yet we had no trouble finishing our meals. I would come back here again. Those mushrooms are calling my name.

Very nice place with decent food. On my hunt for our cities best food, sadly i've never had any drop-dead delicious italian food in bakersfield still. My girlfriend said the spaghetti and meatballs was great, I got the Margarita pizza which was meh at best. very little sauce with too many tomato slices. The ambiance and vibe of the place was wonderful, very quiet family dinner feel. The service was alright, our waitress was a nice lady but it was very busy so i'm not upset about the service time.

Excellent service and a very cheerful staff. (No bar!) but Great tasting food... and a reliable menu that has been it standard for years and years. If I want something, a little elegant, I go to Sorella's...if I want something creative, it's Olive Garden (not a fan of their bar menu so I usually order iced tea with lemon). Sorella's offer is really good steaks and great ambience. As an aside, I find it interesting that all three restaurants are in a different section of Bakersfield, which also makes it nice at times.

Delicious homemade Italian food! The service is fantastic and the atmosphere is family friendly. They accommodate large groups. This place is great for a night out, birthday celebration, or any occasion! Their pizza is also really good!

Spaghetti with meat sauce and an added meatball was delicious. Service was great as well. The restaurant is very comfortable and quit.

I'm fully surprised I liked this restaurant. Bakersfield, to me, doesn't have very good Italian restaurants. We usually stay away from all the Italian restaurants everyone in bakersfield says is good, because they're not. The only reason we went to Rosas was for a friend's birthday. It was actually good. It seemed authentic, rustic, and flavorful Italian food. We were pleasantly surprised. I would go back because fruggattis, urrichios, sorelas, etc. are trash. I did hear sorelas is related, but maybe the cooks at Rosas should show them how to do better. Good job rosas!

First time to visit Rosa's last Friday.... this medium well New York Steak and with Shrimp Scampi.... Is the BEST... in Bakersfield!!!! ... super delicious!!! I will definitely be coming back to Rosa's very soon and MORE often!!!!

I went in tonight the food was great ! The customer service was excellent I will be definitely returning and to add on the manager Tammy was so nice I had a great dinner thank you !!!

Food had zero flavor. My wife is celiac and they said they had gluten free options. She almost immediately got sick after leaving. Do NOT recommend.

Really Great Italian food, whatever choice you make Pasta or Pizza you made the right call. Great Staff Great Food Reasonable Prices. One of the Best Spots in Bakersfield.

Food was good. Staff were friendly. It's clean and smells good. They have good Italian options.

When I want a classic, family owned, delicious Italian meal, we head to Rosa's. They never let you down. We were greeted and seated immediately, and every detail was attended to. I went with a classic fettuccini Alfredo and my daughter ordered spaghetti. Our dinner did not feel heavy and the flavor of the sauce was right on. It feels as if you are at your families' table and we had a great conversation with more than one of the servers, and possibly an owner. The only down side is that we do not live closer to that side of town, but I do not mind making the drive. Rosa's has been around for a long time and it is sure to stay.

We love Rosas restaurant. We've enjoyed everything we've ordered and have gone several times. The services is always friendly and efficient, and the ambience quite intimate. it's a low lighting restaurant with authentic Italian food. A real staple for north east Bakersfield.

Rosas Italian Restaurant Is amazing! We ordered manicotti, beef raviolis, spaghetti and chicken alfredo. We've been going there for years. The portion sizes are large. When my husband and I order for pick up we have at least two meals each. Their pricing is very reasonable compared to frugotti's. It's one our go to places. You won't be disappointed! Sorry I didn't take any pictures.

Our favorite little restaurant in northeast. Rosas has friendly staff and delicious food! We love ordering out.

Fantastic service with a smile and a delicious meal at one of our favorite restaurants. Cannelloni plate was left bare- no leftovers here. Recommend the 1/2 carafe Chianti. Established Italian restaurant with a loyal clientele.

Rosa's has been one of Bakersfield's best Italian restaurants for many years. I have always had excellent service here and tonight was no exception. They have a team serving method, which is so efficient. Our servers were were pleasant and fun while being very effective. My friend & I both had the Linguini with white clam sauce. It's a garlicky delight in an olive oil, wine sauce. As always it was a generous serving of deliciousness! The prices are very reasonable for the serving size an quality of your meal. They are family friendly as well. So if you don't live on the East side, take the ride anyway. It is well worth it. I highly recommend Rosa's!

Wow!! What an amazing Italian restaurant! The atmosphere was great as soon as I walked in I knew it would be great! Restaurant was clean and service was friendly! We ordered the large calzone to share. It was huge and we didn't even finish it -Awesome leftovers!! I will not lie it was hands down the best calzone I've ever had! It was unreal!! The bread was perfectly crisp, the cheese stretched over a foot after cutting it! All the ingredients were so fresh and authentic!! Can't wait to come back and try other items!! I wish I took a picture but I didn't! A must try

Like being in an Italian grandmother's home with fresh cooked, made from scratch food. The best blue cheese salad dressing I have ever had; made in house. The noodles of the shrimp scampi are fresh made in house as well, which is apparent in the taste and texture... absolutely delicious in a generous portion with fat and juicy shrimps, too. There are 3 different seating areas with many booths throughout. Not a white tablecloth restaurant, but fine dining indeed! The service was excellent as well. Our server was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu. The one item we got that I didn't love was the sautéed mushrooms, which had a seasoning on them I would've rather gone without. She said next time we can order the sautéed mushrooms without the seasoning added. Altogether, we ordered the lasagna and shrimp scampi, which both came with side salads, the sautéed mushrooms, a small margarita pizza, a root beer and a glass of Jeremy Cabernet for a total of just under $110 before tip. It was well worth every dollar and with some food to go home. This place is a Bakersfield gem! Highly recommended!!!

Picked up a pizza and cheese bread, sooooo disappointed about both. I'm not lying but the pizza was 7 eleven status, cheese bread was compared to store bought. We came here 20 years ago, wasn't impressed, sadly it hasn't changed. Will not be returning, especially for that price.

I wish I could give this amazing local restaurant more than 5 stars. The food was amazing and only outshone by the service. Everything we ordered was made to perfection. Our waitress was kind and attentive. Highly recommend.

Kinda expensive for the taste and quality of the pasta. Pizza was good. I just found the flavor of the sauce to be ordinary and unforgettable. Probably will only return for the pizza

Rosas never fails, no matter what we are celebrating. Rosa's is our place to go. Love the garden salad with the creamy ranch dressing and some time the Caesar salad. The cannelloni is the best. I call the Italian burritos. The fresh past sheet wraps the beef and covered with just the right amount of sauce and cheese. Love the beer served in a frosty cold mug. Does not hold the whole beer you take a drink and pour In The rest, the ice that formed and the bottom of the mug floats up to the top. Aahhhh. This will be my families place as long as we live in Bakersfield!!

Rosa's italian Restraunt, we have been going to for years when we are in town. Food has always been great. Service, we have always had a great server. Great place and fair prices Enjoy

My wife and I love this restaurant. The owners are very friendly and take time to talk to you. The food is awesome, feel in love the very first time we ate there. Every plate is a masterpiece. They use no microwave to heat/cook your food, so you know you will be eating freshly cooked meals. Thank you for your great hospitality.

Rosa's is always a delight. Unfortunately, the surrounding neighborhood has gone to hell, with zombies wandering around in a fentanyl induced haze, but that's not the restaurant's fault. We were seated in the back. It was dark and noisy, and the booth we sat in was a little worn out, with broken down springs and duct tape covering the tears in the upholstery, but oh well. It was still an enjoyable atmosphere. Our server was polite and attentive and kept us stocked on the free bread. I got the medium Calzone and it was humongous. The small would be more than enough and the large would be a mistake. The cheese, sausage and olive filling was delicious and the house made marinara dipping sauce complimented it perfectly. My wife had the mushroom ravioli and said it was terrific. I don't eat fungus so I took her word for it. All in all, despite some environmental issues the food here is excellent and is what keeps us coming back.

Going to come off effusive because I am a die-hard, life-long Rosa's patron I love this East Side place! There's no other pizza like it and the roasted vegetable appetizer is so tasty I wish I could have it everyday. The wait staff is always friendly, efficient and accommodating. Always a pleasure to eat there anytime for social luncheons or special occasion dinners. It might be an old KFC beef hut but it's interior is a clean, cool and comfortable. I love the food, the people and this truly is a treasure in East Bakersfield.

5 stars for the pics of the food. This place is definitely on my bucket list, maybe tomorrow for lunch ! I'll get back to ya'all..

Hubby and I decided to have some authentic Italian food so we decided to go to Rosa's. Our waitress was super friendly and greeted us and all her guests with a smile. I've been to Rosa's many times but this time I decided to order a Calzone. This was a first for me. It was delicious!! We ordered the Rosa's Special Calzone with extra marinara. The crust was delicious and it was stuffed with all the pizza greatness I've ever tasted. This place is a great family business. Go check it out!

It might've been my fault for ordering seafood in bakersfield, I had ordered the Linguini with clam and got food poisoning from it. The bread they gave us was cold, and the chicken in the Chicken Parmegian tasted like a frozen chicken patty. besides that the tiramisu was good and the waitress was very nice.

Had the Rosa's special pizza and Cannelloni half and half! Yummo The cannelloni was awesome and the pizza was terrific! The prices were reasonable The menu has a great selection The service was good Restaurant could use a refresh but it doesn't bother me! Old school Italian decor I wish they would open up the patio for dining again! It would be a great place to sit and have some wine!! Highly recommend

I just moved from Arizona and was looking for good Italian food or a good pizza, fee people recommended this place. I honestly think this place is so overpriced and the food isn't good. We ordered the chicken Alfredo and it was so bland and flavorless. No flavor what so ever, the chicken was okay at least that had seasoning. Then we ordered a pepperoni pizza and it was okay- not the best but do able. And I don't know about you guys, but I love leftover pizza and this pizza was not even eatable after like once it got cold. It tasted weird, like had weird aftertaste. The girl at the counter is really nice though and when they do answer the phone, they're very patient with you when we went to go pick up our order. It looked like it was really busy. The parking lot was full. That just made me think, "oh the food is really good," but honestly, I don't know, what people see in the food. Just my opinion

Rosa's is the best. They have great pizza, and excellent steak and scampi. For traditional Italian food you can't go wrong with Rosa's

You can't really go wrong if your going to Rosa's. A place that has a long history here in town and for good reason. The family run business is all about quality and taking care of there customers. You will not find a better bruschetta in all of Bakersfield! The pizza is top notch, the pasta is always fresh and the sauces are very flavorful! If you like spice the puttanesca is a must.

Sad to say that when my family arrived at 4:30 today, Sunday, they were closed because of staffing issues. There was 8 of us. No one but me has been here. It's been years since I've been here. Why are so many people not wanting to work, and most of all this is a local family business. Bakersfield needs to do better. I will be back, and will review them at a later date.

Service was on point, even with our larger party of 8. Ambiance was the same as always. The food was great. The Cannelloni with all 3 sauces was fantastic. Large portion. I had a Antipasta Salad as well (that I forgot to get a picture of) it was superb.

I'm surprised with the ratings, I freaking love Rosas! The manicotti with red and white sauce is a must. It's a Bakersfield classic, in my opinion. I also love the salads here, and the ravioli.

This was our very first time here! We loved the antique look and the customer service! THE FOOD WAS SO TASTEFUL AND SERVED HOT! My 5 year old had pizza and said mom this is pizza was delicious! We had dessert crème brûlée so yummy.. thank you for an amazing experience... we also had my 4 month old he even enjoyed it lol he slept through the warm area with Christmas music and talks...

We went to Rosa's for my son's Birthday last night. The food was extraordinary. I had New York steak, which came with shrimp scampi, it was delicious. We also ordered an extra large Pepperoni Pizza which their pizzas are one of the best pizzas you can get in Bakersfield as far as our family is concerned! One person ordered Lasagna and one person had pasta and chicken. . Everyone raved about the food. Our Waitress was amazing. So gracious and accommodating. This is both an intimate setting if that's what your looking for, or in the back of the restaurant, is a more family oriented spot where you do not have to be afraid of your children being too loud or or you have a noisy bunch like we did, disturbing anyone. You will surely enjoy your dining experience at Rosa's!