Excellent Italian restaurant. Friendly welcoming atmosphere. Food is absolutely delicious made from fresh ingredients. Classic Italian food at its absolute best.
Charlotte M
Visited on new years eve for an early celebration lunch. From the second we stepped foot in the door we were treated as an inconvenience. The waiter was so rude to us, tapping his watch at us and rolling his eyes. He actually said to us, can we be quick as he wanted to go home to get ready for new years eve. It was 2pm! The restaurant was full and if they wanted earlier reservations they should of called us and asked us to do 1pm which we would of obliged to. We regularly used to go to reginas but now as a group we have decided we wont visit again. The food was very average at best for a while since the chef left but being loyal customers we didn’t let it phase us. Now after receiving this horrific service on what should of been an enjoyable celebration we absolutely wont go again and have told our other friends and family we used to go with as well.
C
Had a great Christmas works meal here. Will come again with just the wife.
dougfB7173MM
Lived in Botley for forty+ years, but never visited until recently. We had heard good things, and were expecting a great experience, and it nearly was. Atmosphere and staff, top notch. The food however wasn't as top notch as we were expecting. Had the gamberoni to start. And it was very wet. The "toasted "ciabatta. Was nothing more than mush, at the bottom of the bowl. I don't think that is correct. But even if it is, it's not how I like it. My partner had the Ragu. And again that was in a pool of rather weak liquid. Clearly hadn't been reduced anything like enough. So was really lacking in depth of flavour. This I think is absolutely rule number one, for an Italian restaurant. My Risotto was very nice. As where both of our deserts, the roulade and the raspberry and almond tart. Maybe just unlucky. But for us food wise, it wasn't right there.
Kevin
Great place to eat.Lovely atmosphere and great
Jenny
Very disappointed…. Not been for over a year and was looking forward to a great meal but sadly would have been happier with a M&S microwave meal. Also not a good service. Both waitresses chewing gum. Was not asked how the food was or asked if we wanted anymore
Eleanor Akselrad
We went here for my boyfriend's birthday. The food is amazing, and the service is fantastic. 100% recommended!!
Andrew L
Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent atmosphere. Our party included a 95 year old lady who required additional attention. This was met in a friendly, kind and courteous manner, which made her feel special rather than awkward. We cannot praise this restaurant more.
johnaB9486FW
Not been here for several years - not sure why as the food, service and ambiance were excellent. The lasagna gets the highest praise - well done to the kitchen team!
Izzy Fletcher
As a gen z’er I wasn’t sure if I was too young for this place but I surprisingly loved the atmosphere and felt super relaxed. Me and my boyfriend both said it was the best date night we’d had in a while! Unlike when in chain restaurants we didn’t pick up our phones, we just enjoyed each others company!I didnt drink but the wine selection looked great. We had bread to start and then a carbonara and meat al forno. Both were deliciousssssssss! 5 stars! I also had a tiramisu and my only criticism would be that it was too much cream not enough sponge but maybe that’s my personal opinion:)The guy who served us was lovely & very knowledgeable! I think this will be our new favourite spot!
Having passed this establishment MANY times over numerous years , i finally took the plunge .. accompanied by my Wife .. & one other relative . Found Regginas to have a very fresh pleasant ambience , plus very helpful attentive male staff ( both with Portuguese bloodlines ) .. who were equally delightful . Was hoping to use my basic Italian lingo , learnt a few moons ago .. but alas had to use my three Portuguese words instead . This very minor point , obviously didn't detract from our evening . Lovely food , well presented & enjoyed thoroughly by all three of us . I would highly recommend this venue for ANY special Family event , as there is more to this place .. than the outside view of these premises would assume . Both the ground floor , & first floors have quirky corners .. plus bigger tables for a range of table settings . Also a separate first floor function room ideal for private parties .. with an adjoining covered outside balcony . All this doesn't seem possible for the uninitiated like myself , on first viewing from the outside . So in summing up , i wouldn't hesitate to return .. in other words .. don't take as long as me to sample this place . To the staff , & owner(s) .. grazie tante tutti - a presto ! .
Amy Green
Lovely restaurant, with great food and wonderful staff. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Without being asked or prompted, they worked out it was my birthday, so when it was time to bring out my banoffee pie, they'd put a little candle on it. So sweet. Attentive without being intrusive. The food was beautiful- full on flavour and great presentation. Definitely returning :) Thank you! XxVegetarian options: There were a range of vegetarian options available. I had the mushroom and garlic tagliatelle, which was so beautiful.
Jane Williams
I can only give this restaurant 5 stars. Had dinner there last Saturday night. I started with muscles in a delicious soup and then lobster tagliatelle. The portions were generous, beautifully presented and excellent quality.The staff were friendly, attentive but not intrusive, the staff worked their socks off.The atmosphere in the restaurant was lively but not noisy.We had a really lovely evening and can't wait to book again.
joannej766
Again another excellent meal at Regina’s. Every time we go it’s fantastic. Whether it’s an evening meal or lunch it never disappoints.
furgas
Not cheap but quality never is. This is one of the best Italian restaurants in hampshire food is lush.
Excellent Italian restaurant. Friendly welcoming atmosphere. Food is absolutely delicious made from fresh ingredients. Classic Italian food at its absolute best.
Visited on new years eve for an early celebration lunch. From the second we stepped foot in the door we were treated as an inconvenience. The waiter was so rude to us, tapping his watch at us and rolling his eyes. He actually said to us, can we be quick as he wanted to go home to get ready for new years eve. It was 2pm! The restaurant was full and if they wanted earlier reservations they should of called us and asked us to do 1pm which we would of obliged to. We regularly used to go to reginas but now as a group we have decided we wont visit again. The food was very average at best for a while since the chef left but being loyal customers we didn’t let it phase us. Now after receiving this horrific service on what should of been an enjoyable celebration we absolutely wont go again and have told our other friends and family we used to go with as well.
Had a great Christmas works meal here. Will come again with just the wife.
Lived in Botley for forty+ years, but never visited until recently. We had heard good things, and were expecting a great experience, and it nearly was. Atmosphere and staff, top notch. The food however wasn't as top notch as we were expecting. Had the gamberoni to start. And it was very wet. The "toasted "ciabatta. Was nothing more than mush, at the bottom of the bowl. I don't think that is correct. But even if it is, it's not how I like it. My partner had the Ragu. And again that was in a pool of rather weak liquid. Clearly hadn't been reduced anything like enough. So was really lacking in depth of flavour. This I think is absolutely rule number one, for an Italian restaurant. My Risotto was very nice. As where both of our deserts, the roulade and the raspberry and almond tart. Maybe just unlucky. But for us food wise, it wasn't right there.
Great place to eat.Lovely atmosphere and great
Very disappointed…. Not been for over a year and was looking forward to a great meal but sadly would have been happier with a M&S microwave meal. Also not a good service. Both waitresses chewing gum. Was not asked how the food was or asked if we wanted anymore
We went here for my boyfriend's birthday. The food is amazing, and the service is fantastic. 100% recommended!!
Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent atmosphere. Our party included a 95 year old lady who required additional attention. This was met in a friendly, kind and courteous manner, which made her feel special rather than awkward. We cannot praise this restaurant more.
Not been here for several years - not sure why as the food, service and ambiance were excellent. The lasagna gets the highest praise - well done to the kitchen team!
As a gen z’er I wasn’t sure if I was too young for this place but I surprisingly loved the atmosphere and felt super relaxed. Me and my boyfriend both said it was the best date night we’d had in a while! Unlike when in chain restaurants we didn’t pick up our phones, we just enjoyed each others company!I didnt drink but the wine selection looked great. We had bread to start and then a carbonara and meat al forno. Both were deliciousssssssss! 5 stars! I also had a tiramisu and my only criticism would be that it was too much cream not enough sponge but maybe that’s my personal opinion:)The guy who served us was lovely & very knowledgeable! I think this will be our new favourite spot!
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Having passed this establishment MANY times over numerous years , i finally took the plunge .. accompanied by my Wife .. & one other relative . Found Regginas to have a very fresh pleasant ambience , plus very helpful attentive male staff ( both with Portuguese bloodlines ) .. who were equally delightful . Was hoping to use my basic Italian lingo , learnt a few moons ago .. but alas had to use my three Portuguese words instead . This very minor point , obviously didn't detract from our evening . Lovely food , well presented & enjoyed thoroughly by all three of us . I would highly recommend this venue for ANY special Family event , as there is more to this place .. than the outside view of these premises would assume . Both the ground floor , & first floors have quirky corners .. plus bigger tables for a range of table settings . Also a separate first floor function room ideal for private parties .. with an adjoining covered outside balcony . All this doesn't seem possible for the uninitiated like myself , on first viewing from the outside . So in summing up , i wouldn't hesitate to return .. in other words .. don't take as long as me to sample this place . To the staff , & owner(s) .. grazie tante tutti - a presto ! .
Lovely restaurant, with great food and wonderful staff. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Without being asked or prompted, they worked out it was my birthday, so when it was time to bring out my banoffee pie, they'd put a little candle on it. So sweet. Attentive without being intrusive. The food was beautiful- full on flavour and great presentation. Definitely returning :) Thank you! XxVegetarian options: There were a range of vegetarian options available. I had the mushroom and garlic tagliatelle, which was so beautiful.
I can only give this restaurant 5 stars. Had dinner there last Saturday night. I started with muscles in a delicious soup and then lobster tagliatelle. The portions were generous, beautifully presented and excellent quality.The staff were friendly, attentive but not intrusive, the staff worked their socks off.The atmosphere in the restaurant was lively but not noisy.We had a really lovely evening and can't wait to book again.
Again another excellent meal at Regina’s. Every time we go it’s fantastic. Whether it’s an evening meal or lunch it never disappoints.
Not cheap but quality never is. This is one of the best Italian restaurants in hampshire food is lush.