Welcome to Roma Ristorante Italiano

Roma Staples Mill Road is authentic Italian food at its best. Enjoy unique Southern Italian dishes prepared by Anthony and his son Filippo in a pleasant decor with a relaxing atmosphere that is reminiscent of an outdoor Roman piazza. Co-owners Anthony and Patricia Giambanco invite you to experience the vibrant cuisine of Southern Italy right here in Richmond!

Roma's extensive menu now features exclusive Italian cuisine including pasta puttanesca, pesto, vodka, tango, seafood and steaks. In addition to its varied menu, Richmonders can enjoy Roma's unique Italian-style cuisine at modest prices.

Our Story

Roma Ristorante Italiano got its name from the capital of Italy, Rome.  We felt that Roma would be an appropriate name for our business.  It allowed us to take a piece of Italy here to America so that we could share its beauty, heritage and traditions especially with the people of Virginia.

Let me tell you a little bit about how our business got started.  Anthony Giambanco and his parents came to the states in 1968 and settled in Brooklyn, New York.  While his father was working in the construction business, Anthony started working in many different restaurants and pizzerias where he learned his trade.  One day Anthony realized that something had to be done in order to have his family working together, so he spoke with his father and decided to go on a journey to find the perfect location for their family restaurant.  They were traveling from New York to Florida and drove through the small town of Tappahannock, Virginia.  That is where the first Roma Ristorante was opened in 1976.  While Mamma made her traditional homemade sauces, Papa helped out with the cooking and Anthony made pizzas and also helped out with the preparations adding a special touch.  People loved it!  Fresh, homemade food at its best!

After establishing their name and becoming a well known restaurant due to their outstanding reputation, business started booming.  The menu then featured dishes such as pizzas, subs, spaghetti and lasagna.  Roma Ristorante Staples Mill now offers the basics and also has expanded their menu to include authentic Italian dishes such as Pasta Puttanesca, Pesto, Vodka Tango, steaks, seafood, specialty pizzas and may other dishes.  Anthony is passing his talents on to his children, the future "Roma generation."  We invite you to come and be a part of our family!  Buon Appettito Amici!

The Giambanco family would like to say "Grazie" to all of their loyal patrons for so many successful years.  Thank You!