Paradiso Roma Ristorante

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#7 of 91 Restaurants in Elizabeth CityItalian, Pizza, $$ - $$$

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Paradiso Roma Ristorante

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Paradiso is committed to serving you a thoughtfully-sourced, scratch-made menu.

Features

CUISINES

Italian, Pizza

Meal types

Lunch, Dinner, Drinks

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options

FEATURES

Accepts Credit Cards

Digital Payments

Free Wifi

Full Bar

Highchairs Available

Outdoor Seating

Parking Available

Private Dining

Reservations

Seating

Serves Alcohol

Table Service

Takeout

Wheelchair Accessible

Wine and Beer

Location

35 Camden Cswy, Elizabeth City, NC 27909-6805

Parking Available

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Yes

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• Opens at 12:00 PM

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Monday

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Tuesday

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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4.3

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Diane S

Fairfax Station222 contributions

Waterfront Italian

Sep 2023 • couples

We selected this restaurant for its location on the water but we enjoyed the food even more. We stopped for an early dinner and shared an entree and local beer and also brought speciality pizzas home for the rest of the family. Everyone was happy.

Written April 15, 2024

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Cheryl S

Virginia Beach28 contributions

Create your own pasta combo

Mar 2022 • none

We ordered egg plant parmesan with fettucine and a ravioli pasta with garlic wine sauce and scallops The pastas were out of this world a little aldente and the ravioli was filled with a cheese and herb and melted in your mouth. Eggplant had a bit of crumb texture and a thick marinara sauce all of which went so well with the fat fettucine Atmosphere was dark blue walls, tables open and place got pretty loud when folks began filling tables and chatting on a Friday early evening around 530pm I am glad we got in and out before the place filled up. I cant imagine having a conversation if dining after 6pm on a week end night. We received relaxed and attentive service from not only our server but other staff and they all seemed to be gearing up for what will be steady busy season. I wish them all well cause they seemed cool and focused and ready. I do think there is a need for better lighting in womens bathroom if I were to bring my 80 year old parent she would not be able to see in the bathroom stall.

Written March 19, 2022

Andrew L

Hey There, We appreciate you taking the time to write this detailed review! We have put in some acoustic tiles underneath all of the chairs, and that has definitely helped a bunch!!!!!!

Written January 8, 2023

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Jim Sheppard

Moyock11 contributions

Hidden Italian gem in Elizabeth City.

Jul 2021 • couples

Local sourced ingredients, made from scratch all menu selections. On the water location, clean, knowledgeable wait staff. I ordered the fettuccine, vodka sauce and meat balls. First bite told me this is going to be special. Pasta was perfect, sauce was perfect and four perfectly cooked and seasoned meat balls. Even the Italian bread was a hit. Had Cannolis to go, pastry and filling were scratch made. Family owned and the chef is the owners son. This is hidden gem in Elizabeth City,NC. Will definitely be back.

Written July 3, 2021

Andrew L

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this positive review!!!! We are so glad you had a stellar experience!!!!! :)

Written January 8, 2023

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John H

Annandale10 contributions

Underrated, without a doubt.

Jun 2021 • friends

We stopped in Elizabeth City on our way to the OBX and needed a place for dinner. We tried getting into Montero’s but it was a 45 minute wait for a party of six. On a hunch, I tried calling Paradiso and they didn’t have a wait to seat us. It’s a great location, right on the water and frankly everything about our dinner was fantastic. Donna was our server and she was as pleasant and friendly as could be. The menu was interesting and had a good amount of variety. I’m someone who chooses to judge a restaurant by their salads, especially a side salad. If the salads are fresh and thought is put into their execution, everything else is generally very good as well. Well, score another point for me on using that barometer for Paradiso. Their salads were very fresh and my Caesar salad was phenomenal. For entrees, we ordered a pizza, the skillet lasagna, the broiled flounder, the shrimp scampi and more. Everyone in our party raved about their food. What’s more, the desserts were also top notch. Overall this was a great way to start our vacation and you should seriously give this place a try!

Written June 25, 2021

Andrew L

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this positive review!! We are so glad that you had such a stellar experience!!!!!

Written January 8, 2023

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Ausra Z

Elizabeth City212 contributions

Super friendly staff and delicious

Jul 2020 • none

Super friendly staff and delicious menu as well as drinks. Took some out of town visitors for lunch during big rush and seating expectations were clearly communicated to us. I love when you keep it honest and you do your best. This family owned restaurant definitely that. Highly recommended and definitely worth local support !

Written July 25, 2020

Andrew L

Hey There, We really appreciate that you took the time to share your positive experience and are so glad you had a good time at our restaurant!!!!!! - Andrew

Written January 8, 2023

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GlitterKitty

104 contributions

HOMEMADE. PASTA.

Aug 2024 • friends

HOMEMADE PASTA. Need I say more? Generous portions, attentive staff, and the food is exquisite. Great view as well! Dining on the outside deck is an option, too.

Written September 20, 2024

Christine M

2 contributions

Stitches Fun place to eat

Oct 2023 • family

Outstanding, simply the best better than all the rest! it is Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah day when you go to this fine establishment. The waitress was the best part. And even though she was expecting, she went out of her way to let us eat outside she found us a place to stay, and she served us a fabulous meal. This restaurant is lucky to have her. The food was the best I’ve ever had. I can’t say anything more .just do it.

Written October 26, 2023

Greg T

3 contributions

Extremely Overrated and Overpriced

Sep 2023 • business

Extremely over rated. Save your money. Ordered a steak medium well and came out medium rare to rare. Was not even close. Overall flavor was extremely substandard as well. Service and quality does not match the price point. Not even close.

Written September 26, 2023

George W

Winfall45 contributions

DIAMOND IN THE RUFF

Aug 2023 • couples

To start this review I will certainly say that this is an Italian Restaurant you can't pass up. The food is out of this world and the service is exceptional. I'm a little hesitant in doing this as this seems to be the Diamond in the Ruff for places to eat in Elizabeth City. From the appetizer to the dessert everything was well worth the stop here. All's I will say is if you want REAL homemade Italian food don't drive past this place. I had the Skillet Lasagna which was the best I've ever had while my wife had the Blackened Shrimp which she says this is why we came here. NO MORE OLIVE GARDEN for us.

Written August 15, 2023

hr1313

Inman662 contributions

Family and Good Food

Nov 2021 • none

Nothing to write about for atmosphere (at night cannot see the water) Yet the FOOD was fresh, plentiful and delicious.

Written December 4, 2021

Andrew L

Thanks so much for the positive review! Definitely try to come in for lunch some time—the view is stellar :)

Written January 8, 2023

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GlitterKitty

104 contributions

Homemade pasta!

Jun 2021 • none

Their pasta dishes are FANTASTIC! The brussels sprouts App and Chicken Marsala are wonderful--ask for extra sauce because that mess is dope.

Written June 16, 2021

Andrew L

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this positive review! We are so glad that you had such a stellar experience!!

Written January 8, 2023

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Janice C

Youngstown200 contributions

Fresh Italian, beautiful waterfront views

Oct 2019 • family

Beautiful waterfront views. Fresh tasty Italian, with homemade pasta. The bow ties were excellent. The “build your own” pasta featured the pasta being placed in a big wheel of Romano cheese, scraped and blended with the pasta. Fresh cheese, unusual presentation. Salads were very fresh and nice. Portions were normal sized and not huge, a nice change for Italian food. Only downside (minor), is I think the place needs to refresh the decor to look less like a fish house.

Written October 23, 2019

Andrew L

Hey There, We really appreciate that you took the time to share your positive experience and are so glad you had a good time at our restaurant!!!!!! We have done some updating to the interior and hope you have the opportunity to come check it out soon! - Andrew

Written January 8, 2023

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USCGRetired

Elizabeth City143 contributions

Dinner Night

Jul 2019 • none

We have a group of friends that have dinner once a week around town. We waited to come to Paradiso until the 'newness' wore off and we figured the staff had gotten the menu and building figured out. Our wait was pleasantly rewarded. First off we noticed several vegetable plants just outside the door. Hmm. We were seated promptly in the dining room, it was a little too hot for outside dining which is available on the deck. If you're a little unsteady on your feet, use caution, the plank floor is very wavy! We were brought fresh bread while waiting for our meal. We had Chicken Parmesan and Shrimp Scampi. The pasta was fresh and tasty, the sauce was fresh not canned, The meal came with salad and the vegetables, indeed came from outside the front door! Couldn't get much better than this! Unfortunately, we were too full for dessert, but will make space at our next visit. Yep, we'll be coming back. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. There is a view of the river from every window.

Written August 6, 2019

Andrew L

Hey There, We really appreciate that you took the time to share your positive experience and are so glad you had a good time at our restaurant!!!!!! - Andrew

Written January 8, 2023

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Olia P

10 contributions

Delicious!

Aug 2019 • friends

Been there just twice so far, both times-food was delicious, service just great! And the view...the view is breathtaking, especially when you come in the evening to enjoy both- your meal and a gorgeous sunset view!

Written August 6, 2019

Andrew L

Hey There, We really appreciate that you took the time to share your positive experience and are so glad you had a good time at our restaurant!!!!!! - Andrew

Written January 8, 2023

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pawlover

North Carolina1540 contributions

The best!

Jun 2019 • couples

I love the fried ravioli, fried mozzarella, alfredo sauce, breadsticks, and mama's meatballs the best! They have had some special desserts that we have enjoyed as well. It is the best Italian I have found and I have been to several Italian restaurants! We always have great service here too. I cannot say enough things about this place. They are always trying new items on the menu and they have seasonal menus. They have live music sometimes and other events (Mother's day, etc.) they post on their Facebook page so follow them if you are a fan. They have a certain percentage off on food every Wednesday as well. Also, you can get take out here and they are on OrangeCrate app! Check them out if you love Italian food!

Written July 12, 2019

Andrew L

Hey There, We really appreciate that you took the time to share your positive experience and are so glad you had a good time at our restaurant!!!!!! - Andrew

Written January 8, 2023

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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