"Porchetta, porchetta, porchetta!!! (pronounced por-ketta) At long last, a place in OC to satisfy my porchetta craving and I couldn't be happier! Like many, I was first introduced to the porchetta by Roli Roti in SF. After one bite into their succulent, mouthwatering, herb stuffed, roasted pork with crispy skin, I was hooked! It instantly became one of my all-time favorite sandiwches and Roli Roti became a must stop destination every time I went up north. For the longest time, I've prayed they would expand to OC, but now thanks to Parolli Rolli, there is no need! Parolli Rolli's version of the porchetta sandwich is just slightly different than Roli Roti's, but I would argue they are equally as delicious. The meat itself is very similar. Both are super flavorful and perfectly seasoned. I would have to do a side by side tastes to really be able to tell a difference. Both sandwiches also use fresh arugula and a ciabatta roll. I don't know where Parolli get's their bread from, but Roli use Acme rolls which is a well known bakery up there. The difference is negligible. The first real noticeable difference is that Parolli uses an herb relish versus grilled onions. Both are good. It's hard to say which is better, but I do like that Parolli gives you an extra container of the stuff in case you want your sandwich even more herby. Second, Parolli's version is bigger and they give you noticeably more meat. A fork will definitely be needed to pick up all the meat droppings. But this also comes at a heavier prices tag at $12 whereas Roli Roti is $9.50. The biggest difference in my opinion is the potatoes. Roli Roti charges you $3 for a decent sized portion of potatoes. However, I actually don't like Roli Roti's potatoes and avoid them! They are supposed to be flavored with the meat drippings, but I find them kind of bland and the only flavor is from the added salt. On the other hand, Parolli includes a small side of potatoes with every sandwich and their potatoes are so much more flavorful. I'm not entirely sure why, but I think it's because their potatoes are cooked in a pan with the meat drippings as opposed to being cooked separately and lettings the meat drippings fall directly on them afterward. I might be wrong about this, but regardless, Parolli's potatoes are better. Parolli also offers a prime top sirloin, herb roasted chicken, leg of lamb and turkey sandwiches. Any meats can be ordered paleo style (no bread, on a bed of arugula) or as a mini half-sandwich for $7. They also have a snack version which is just meat and potatoes for $7. They also have a breakfast benedict for $8 if you get there early enough. To sum up this crazy long review, Parolli Rolli is awesome and their porchetta is legit. Give them a try. You will not be disappointed."
