Old World Italian,
done right
5th Generation
House made · Slow-simmered ·
Local Ingredients
Family Recipes.
Real Roots. No Shortcuts.
At Carlina Cafe, our food comes from real tradition —
passed down through generations, built around Sunday
dinners, and made to bring people together.
passed down through generations, built around Sunday
dinners, and made to bring people together.
From house-made pasta and fresh focaccia to slow-simmered sauces and classic comfort food, every dish is prepared with care and meant to be shared.
Every dish carries history.
Every recipe means something.
Every recipe means something.
What We're Known For
ORDER AHEAD & PICKUP
Same Day Pickup
Subs, pasta, and individual meals
ready for pickup within the hour.
FAMILY ORDERS
( 24 HOUR NOTICE )
Larger portions, built for sharing. Order the day before for pickup between 3–7PM (Tues–Sat)
CATERING & EVENTS
Feeding a group?
Let’s get it dialed in.
FAMILA PASTA NIGHT
Pesto · Sugo · Carbonara
Includes Focaccia + Carlina meatballs
- 24 hr notice required
Pick up Tues–Sat ·3-7pm
5 meatballs + focaccia
$40
10 Meatballs + Focaccia
$65
HOSTING SOMETHING SPECIAL?
Family-style Italian. Built for sharing.
Pasta trays, meatballs, focaccia.
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EXCELLENT Based on 203 reviews Posted on Google jake ordTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. To die for. House made focaccia. Great servicePosted on Google Mark BendallTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We got the Uncle June sandwich (minus the veggies) and a carbonara last night. My son is a pretty picky eater, hence the no veggies on the sandwich, and raved about how good the it was. I agreed. The carbonara was simply the best carbonara I've EVER had. We had enough for leftovers today, and I just finished the reheated remains. I can't wait until the next time we order from this gem of an establishment. Please View Royal, support this restaurant.Posted on Google Janice McNeiceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the Uncle June sub with prosciutto and provolone - delicious! And the carrot cake sweetened with mandarins. Inspired cooking in a very popular hole in the wall spot on Island Highway.Posted on Google Kris KTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charlie thank you for a great meal today. My daughter and I have been missing Italy since visiting there in the spring and your pasta was just as good and your focaccia sandwich, even better than what we enjoyed on our trip. It was fun to chat with you while you were cooking,Posted on Google SmittyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow! I haven't had a sub this good in a very long time. The various flavours exploded in my mouth. Do yourself a favour and treat yourself to this experience. I heard the meatball sub is the house special, next on my list!Posted on Google Total Package181Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fresh off a trip to some of Florence’s top sandwich joints including I’gironi de’ Ghiotti, All Antico Vinaio, Pinos , etc.. this place can hold its own against some of the best. I had the Bambino on focaccia. The focaccia was not overly thick (more a of cross between focaccia and schiacciata) and the top was crisp with some spice and was perfectly salted.. the meat and filling were delicious with attention to detail in the quality and complementary flavours. I topped the meal off with some tiramisu that didn’t disappoint.. This place is legit, quality and value is fantastic. Will be back , soon.Posted on Google Kyle LeGrowTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This spot feels like you suddenly stepped into Nona’s kitchen - lovely family run business where everything is made from scratch, and you can taste the love, will definitely be back🤙Posted on Google Charcuterie DogTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Food looks good but I'd have to actually receive it to taste it. Staff are so busy standing around talking that they don't actually serve their customers. I just ended up walking out, keep my 4 dollars, my time is more valuable to me. Expected better service from an Italian cafe, also, an Italian cafe that only does drip coffee and espresso??? Where's all the lattes and cappuccinos???Posted on Google dangspiffyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This place is a true hidden gem. By far the best meatball sub on the south Island, fresh focaccia, family recipes, accessible pricing. What's not to love? Bring a few friends and order a bunch of stuff so you can try it all and if you're travelling from Victoria through Old Island Highway on your way to the west shore it's worth the stop.