Terra Mia - Livermore, California

Natalia A.

A Mixed Experience

I recently dined at this restaurant with my son and had a bit of a mixed experience. I ordered the scallops, which were flavorful and cooked well. However, I was taken aback by the pickled cucumbers served alongside them. I didn't expect this addition, and unfortunately, it didn't complement the dish as I had hoped. I ended up leaving the cucumbers untouched, as they threw off the overall flavor profile for me.

My son opted for the spaghetti with meatballs. While he enjoyed it, he wasn't overly thrilled with the dish. We both anticipated a bit more from our meals based on the restaurant’s reputation.

Overall, while there were some highlights, the unexpected flavors and lack of excitement in our dishes left us wanting more. I would consider returning to try other menu items, but this experience was a bit of a letdown.

Dan N.

Very good service. Almost magical. High quality and "homemade" Italian food. If you're rolling through Livermore, consider giving this place a visit!

Shawn M.

Excellent food with nice ambiance. The wait was long on a Saturday night, but was worth the wait. Find a hightop near the bar and enjoy some drinks to make the wait fly by. The Pollo Parmigiano was delicious. We were so hungry... forgot to snap a pic.
2nd visit during the week... food and service worth it. Thanks guys.
3-1 Still AMAZING love this place.

Hugh M.

We came here last night for dinner. 1st time here. I remember years ago somebody had mentioned an Italian Restaurant off of East Avenue in Livermore.

Nice place and overall nice atmosphere. They have some outside seating (several tables from what I saw). They also have 2 rooms to accommodate parties or special event and a full bar that looked like it stayed busy with their regulars.

We ordered some drinks and my martini was made to perfection (actually both of them lol). I started with a large Caesar Salad (to keep it real not truly large). I think (of course everyone has their own opinions) but the dressing could have been a little creamier but I could taste the anchovies that were mixed into the dressing. Nice but not overpowering. I like anchovies and ordered some on the side.
My wife had their Beet Salad. I think the portion could have been slightly larger but she said it had a good taste. They also provided some freshly baked bread that was really tasty.

My mom (it was her Birthday) ordered their Lasagna and she really enjoyed it. They give a very large serving and she said their red sauce was fantastic. Not heavy but she said it had great flavor. The way it was constructed was also done really well.

I ordered their Fettuccine Primavera with Pesto and fresh vegetables. The waiter asked if I wanted to upgrade for $3 to their fresh made pasta (of course I do) but the dish could have had more pasta, especially since I upgraded but oh well. I liked the flavor but my wife felt that it had to many Pine Nuts.

My wife ordered the Terra Mia Pizza (a 12” Pizza) that had eggplant and mushrooms with a light red sauce. I liked their pizza and felt it was prepared very well.

Since it was my mom’s Birthday, she mentioned she liked Tiramisu so I ordered one to share. The waiters brought it with a candle and sang Happy Birthday in Italian. That was a nice touch. The Tiramisu was delicious. Overall we had a very nice dinner with very good service.

jon C.

Some great American twists but traditional dishes too. Real Italian owners that are both in the front and cooking the food in the back.

Great for a family gathering, romantic date, or just getting a drink at the bar with both American and international sports playing on the tvs

Cee R.

This place is usually spot on. Tonight we had a cocktail that was all alcohol with no taste. A glass of wine took ten minutes. Our server was working really hard I guess so he didn't really make eye contact or ask us if we needed anything or if the food was okay?

There was a manager walking around tables, he passed us several times I made eye contact with him and he never came.

The ravioli had maybe 5 narrow pieces in it? Why did that cost so much Canned ravioli had more substance. The caprese salad was the best part. There was a waft of dog poop flowing in the restaurant every time someone opened the door. Likely from the dog dining out front with it's owner.

Our bread was cold. No butter offered.

The biggest thing was the service. Why are we paying for customer service to be ignored by wait staff?

Coy T.

Seems like a favorite amongst the locals. Complimentary table bread was soft but otherwise flavorless. Highly recommend to skip it. Trust me.

The salmon with penne were small bite size pieces of very soft salmon and al dente penne and a creamy tart marinara sauce. (4/5*). Spaghetti tutto mare had lots of clams, shrimp, squid, mussels and small chunks of a white fish in a tart marinara sauce (4.5/5*). Calamari fritti was lightly fried and seasoned but a bit rubbery and a smaller portion than expected (2/5*). Wouldn't order again. Service was ok. For some reason it was also very hot inside.

PS. Corkage is $12 for Livermore wines but $20 outside of the area.

Phyllis P.

Terra Mia serves up some of the best Italian food I've ever had. The homemade gnocchi is an absolute must-try - it's light, fluffy, and smothered in a rich, flavorful gorgonzola sauce. Everything on the menu is made from scratch using high-quality ingredients. The wine selection is also impressive, with an extensive collection of Italian whites that perfectly complement the cuisine. The service is attentive, and the warm, inviting atmosphere makes for an exceptional dining experience overall. I can't recommend Terra Mia enough for authentic, upscale Italian fare. I'll definitely be returning soon.