Roosevelt — Restaurant in Bellaire

I don't know why anyone would give this place a bad review. I met 3 of my friends here on a Saturday right after opening, and it was a great experience. Two of us, including me, ordered Tricia's special (meatballs and ricotta) and two of us got ravioli. One of my friends let me try their ravioli and it is some of the best I've ever eaten. It was more on the firm side, but it was tender and tasted amazing. I like firm pasta more than soft, so be aware of that if you like soft pasta. The meatballs and sauce are delicious, and I ate every bite. They are generous with bread, we had two baskets. Service is fast and our waitress was very friendly. We were served on actual dishes and drinking glasses, no Styrofoam. Be sure to bring cash, cards aren't accepted. There is an ATM in the restaurant though. Its a bit more casual and old fashioned than most people are used to these days, but I would definitely eat here again. I highly recommend. Don't pay attention to the bad reviews, try it...

I recall going here when I was little, and as a young adult. Several years ago I’d gone and wasn’t so pleased. If I recall the sauce was just not so good at the time, it seemed quite watered down. However last week I called in an order, I got the rigatoni stuffed with cheese and an extra meatball. All I can say is YUM! There was plenty of food and a couple slices of the best bread ever! I’m so glad I got take out only because I fear I would have gotten another order and ate way too much ! I can’t wait to go back soon ! I did find it a bit odd that my food was in a very large cup, however……. At least I knew it wasn’t going to spill and make a mess in my car and it had no impact of the...

I love this place, my girlfriend showed me The Roosevelt for the first time about 25 years ago, she knew it well because her family went alot when she was young. In my opinion, it's very cozy and laid back, the food is homemade, the staff is relaxed and nice. It's decor reminds me of how places used to be when I was growing up. I love how it is almost exactly the same as the first time I went, I would choose their relaxed "old school" atmosphere over any "fancy" Italian...