The food was outstanding, as was the service. A cozy little place tucked down a narrow street, you could call it a hole in the wall, but it actually is quite spacious. The waitstaff kindly advised us to wait so we had more space, and had very good suggestions for our meal. The food itself was delicious, and came in surprisingly large portions. I wasn't able to finish. A true gem tucked away in Rome. read more

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Very good, tasty pasta. The workers there are busting their butts, and I appreciated it. The ambiance is like a typical Italian restaurant. Tables are pretty close together, but the food is well worth it. read more

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I came to this place last weekend because of what I see on social media.. I would say - this place is overrated. in my honest opinion, people just post because they have to or they need to.. but the carbonara was way too salty.. but i'd give credit to their lasagna which has balance in flavor. The deep fried artichoke was nothing special. service was good! read more

Overhyped. Pizza is ok. Meatballs were good. Pasta overly chewy and salty. But the biggest issue was service. Our waiter ignored us all night because there was an Italian table near us. If you're Italian, you will get top notch service tho. read more

March 2019, an unexpected weekend in Rome. At the time I didn't know how popular Cantina e Cucina was, but we found our way here by chance. One of my coworkers goals is to have pizza in every country we visit. This was a work weekend, and a one night stay in Rome. The food was excellent and the ambiance fit the bill. Very nice decor to give a feeling that you are in Italy. The service was great as well, granted I don't speak Italian but I would say this was one of the best stops we made in Rome. The capricciosa pizza was one of my favorites, as I enjoyed the hard boiled eggs. I would definitely love to go back one day. read more

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If you want delicious pizza by the slice and a great glass of wine. This is the place. The Calice di Chianti is a nice wine to pair with your pizza. They also have many pastries to choose from as well. Check this one out when in Rome read more

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I would go back to Rome over and over again just to come back to this place. It is definitely a place I talk about over and over again. My favorite on the menu...which one to choose from...definitely the Quattro Formaggi, Lasagna, and the simple but oh so delicious Carbonara. Oh and you want to talk about great service? This place sticks out like a sore thumb when it comes to their service because it is very rare to have such great hospitality service from a place in Italy. lol! Seriously though, the servers were very friendly and accommodating. Be ready to get in line for over an hour. You know a place is good when the line is long! The place is small but my goodness, they exude the small but cute Italian cafe vibe. Until my next visit, I will salivate and fantasize about the food at Cantina e Cucina. read more

One of our favorite spots in Rome. So good we ate there twice. The place is adorable and fun inside. The service is fantastic. Friendly and attentive servers both times. The food is beyond delicious. read more

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Ambiance: the overall vibe is less Italian, and their food is generally more adaptive to the taste of international tourists Service: very friendly and patient with questions, provided useful suggestions about their specialities Food & Drink: classic menu for pasta, pizza, and meat entrees LASAGNA "Bolognese" - ***** so creamy and soft with flavorful meat sauce, tasted freshly made in the same day, melting in your mouth, highly recommend Hot Focaccia with E.V.O. Oil and Rosemary - **** very crispy and tasty, recommend Capricciosa - **** tomato, mozzarella, cooked ham, egg olives, artichoke and mushrooms, less traditional Italian pizza but still tasty, recommend Birra Peroni Gran Riserva 0,4 - *** average taste not worth the cost Price: generous portions and affordable prices for food and hefty for drinks, expect €25 per person read more

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Food: The pizza was really good, and the meatballs were as well! Portions are also good size for splitting. Service: Food was really fast. Ambiance: There is a ton of seating inside. There are bathrooms as well. It's in a great area of Rome. I would come back to try other dishes! read more

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I cannot wrap my head around the reviews for this place. It was by far our worst meal in Rome. It wasn't horrible, it just tasted like Chef Boyardee. Nothing authentic about this place. The Caprese salad, gluten-free carbonara, and lasagna were all subpar. The staff was very attentive and they did have a clean restroom. read more

Cantina E. Cucina was absolutely refreshing and delicious. We are traveling here in Italy, and it's just amazing to find these spots. We had to wait in line for a bit, but I'd do it all over again, lol. It feels weird since we are from the state and dining in Italian restaurants. America usually over does the Italian "style" and then to just be in an Italian restaurant in Italy you just note there is not style to it. They have their vibe and history, and it's great. The service was perfect and attentive. It amazes me how many languages our hosts knew. We had Swiss German, Spanish, and English, and we were all able to communicate effectively. They were polite. Fun and just made the experience amazing. Food wise... Cantina E hit all the musical notes. It all was fresh, as you can get with distinct flavors. The Caprese was so amazing that we got two. The flavors' breads with them made it sooooo much better. We got two pizzas, which were so good with a light, crispy crust and flavorful. Both dishes were fantastic. The ravioli was stuffed to perfection, and you could taste ever cheese and sauce. This was definitely one of my favorite restaurants to go to while in Italy... I recommend this to anyone. read more

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I was drawn to Cantina e Cucina due to all the great reviews I saw & photos made the food look super delicious. It's located near Piazza Navona & lots of restaurants in this area seem quite popular & busy, including this one. When we got here, there was already a line/queue. The wait was about 30ish minutes for a table of 4. We ordered the bruschetta, 2 tonnarello spaghetti w/ meatballs, lasagna, & gnocchi w/ clams. All of the dishes were very underwhelming & mid. Spaghetti was undercooked, flavor for all the dishes were severely lacking. Our server also charged us extra for flatbread when we didn't order it + didn't touch it. Did not enjoy Cantina e Cucina & would not come back here. read more

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Don't tell Garfield about the lasagna here. It is truly magical. I'm not sure how they made this lasagna light as a feather yet oh so rich. As melty as each bite was, the structure of the lasagna stayed true and didn't collapse into an awful swimming pool of wrecked pasta sheets, watery tomato sauce and gut busting cheese. Yes, you know what I'm talking about, when the pasta sheets are overcooked prior to assembling, wilting under the enormous pressure of holding up layer after layer of sauce and cheese, contributing to a plate of what looks like a messy baked ziti when it is all said and done. Don't get me wrong, I like baked ziti but baked ziti is a weeknight, let's mash everything together, I-need-a-shower, after work quick meal. Lasagna is Sunday table best and each bite should represent as intended, each layer, a perfect bite. This lasagna was that truely perfect layered bite. I've never made a plate of lasagna disappear faster than the one I was served here. Garfield couldn't have eaten it any faster than I did. If lasagna was like this everywhere I'd be eating more lasagna in my life. Their rendition of spaghetti and meatballs were delicious, although the meatballs were a little more dense than the others I tried in Italy. The steak was also a tough chew, but maybe it was because I had just tried a Bistec Florentine the night before. Of the side dishes I tried, the potatoes were delicious. Get the potatoes as a side if feel you need more carbs. LOL. I wanted dinner at 6pm and didn't wait at all on a Friday night which I know isn't the norm. This was also yet another meal where I doggie bagged unfinished business but believe me it was finished before the evening passed. LOL. Edited 6/8/24 - Thanks to John D for reminding it was Garfield not Heathcliff. Thanks John! read more

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Perf spot to end my visit to Rome! I went at a weird time, so was able to pick a little table in the corner. The staff was soooo sweet and def made the meal even better - which was tough because the cacio e Pepe was perfect. Portions are big, so expect a heavier meal if you get pasta (in a good way lol). read more

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The food, service and atmosphere was amazing! Our waiter (Ali) was phenomenal! He was able to keep us laughing while working on numerous other tables...made our night! The pasta was out of this world, and my son swore the carbonara and tiramisu were the best he's ever had! We'll definitely be returning! If you're visiting Rome, Cantina e Cucina is a must! read more

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The pasta here is amazing. I had an amazing Tonnarello Carbonara (Pasta Carbonara) and my husband had the Tonnarello (pasta with meatballs) which he loved. Their pasta noodles were sooooooo much better than what you get in the US and their carbonara is by far the best carbonara I've had in my life! Also their Tiramisu was also the best I've ever had. It was so creamy!!! If you are visiting Rome I highly recommend you dine here once. read more

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The food was great. We got the lasagna. Carbonara, pizza and tiramisu. All was delicious. The service was great as soon as we walked in. Alfonso was very friendly and helpful. read more

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Amazing restaurant in the middle of the Rome city center. The prices are right and the food is amazing. The pasta with parmesan cheese and pepper was delicious as was the pizza. The service was great and we did not have to wait too long for a table. Convenient, cheap and delicious. It is a win win! read more

Well we just returned from Italy, we were there for our 32nd Anniversary, we decided to return to Cantina e Cucina to see if it was still as great as we remembered, and it did not disappoint! What I love about this restaurant is no matter how crowded they will always find a table for you! You must have the Pan Per Focaccia which comes out hot , with E.V.O (Extra Virgin Olive Oil). My wife had the Lasagna Bolognese, I decided to have the Carbonara, which was outstanding! This may be one of the best restaurants in Roma ! read more

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Some of the BEST lasagna I have ever had. Also their pizza was delicious. Their staff was also amazing. My phone must have dropped somewhere while I was in there and I was so worried but our someone found it and immediately handed it to me. Thanks for not only having great food but also an amazing staff. Thank you. read more

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Stopped for lunch in Rome before our trip to the coliseum. Had their pizza and a salad. The pizza was very good. The salad was too much salted salmon. Service just ok. read more

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Homey restaurant in the middle of a super busy tourist area, this was a lovely first meal to our arrival to Rome with great pasta and reasonable prices. Staff were so playful, friendly, and kind. Food: -Cacio e pepe 3/5 - Made a bit more Al dente than I am used to in the US, the cheesey flavor yummy but slightly overwhelming to the dish. -Spaghetti and meatballs: 4/5 - would definitely come back for this one. The tomatoes gave the perfect amount of that mouthwatering sour and the meatballs were large. -Calamari: 4/5 - one of the highlights, is lightly bartered and not oily, the pieces with tentacles added depth in flavor and it was perfect with the lemon Since we opted not to get dessert, the waitress gave us little pieces of their home made biscotti which was EXCELLENT. I'm not sure if you can order this on its own, but it was such a pleasant surprise and ending to our meal. read more

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Cheerful but touristy spot, nice homely decor, serving decent tourist food at regular prices. Not quite sure why the ratings are so high tbh, not warranted by the food quality. And the men's bathroom is a disgrace... read more

Great place with delicious food and wonderful service. My wife and I stopped in for pizza but we elected you share the meatballs as well. The meatballs were to die for and they came with these wonderfully made potatoes. They have a delicious D'Asti moscato which I could have sipped on all day long but we had things to do :) The tables are super close together but it doesn't take away from the romantic ambiance that comes along with the quaint restaurant. Enjoy! read more

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This hovers between 3 & 4. The service was great, the place is charming, but the food was good, not special. The service was attentive, but not overbearing. They bring you a shot glass of limoncello with your bill. I had the pizza Buffalino with fresh cherry tomatoes, Buffalo mozzarella and basil. The crust was light and crunchy. The place is charming with small tables, booths and tables. read more

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Came here early Sep and the city was crowded. There was a line wrapped around the building around 8:45pm. Although there were only 4-5 people/couples in front of me, I waited a while the line did not move fast. Service inside was attentive and people were hustling. It was a rushed dinner. I got the fried artichoke which was tasty although a little greasy. I also got a pizza which I enjoyed. It was very good but next time I'd find a place with a lesser wait time. read more

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This place was super cozy w/ a real family atmosphere. Unfortunately we were a party of 3 so our wait to be seated was a lot longer. Dined on a Sun evening and it was fairly busy. Waited almost an hr because of our group size but the groups of 2 were prioritized. Host did give us a glass of champagne for our Troubles while we waited. It was worth it, food was amazing, pasta was sooo fresh! melt in your mouth. The meatballs were thick & flavorful My friends thoroughly enjoyed their lasagna & pizza read more

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This was highly-rated on Trip Advisor and so we showed up early (like right when they opened), to avoid long wait times. The roman artichoke was legit. Definitely a great appetizer to set the tone. The calamari served in a cone was so good, so fresh and lightly breaded just the way I like it. The pizza with salsiccia and patate had really good flavor although I would have preferred a thinner crust. read more

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The restaurant itself is incredibly small, but so so charming! I got a pasta dish that was incredible and an artichoke appetizer that was a bit bizarre. If you are looking for a place to grab a casual lunch in the city, it is definitely worth checking out. read more

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Food is amazing and excellent service. Restaurant is in a busy and pedestrian area. Entrance looks small but dining area is huge inside. If I come back to visit Rome again then I will definitely come to eat here! read more

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I would go back to Rome just for the weekend to be able to eat at the restaurant again. My family and I went back twice to this amazing spot. The lasagna is on point and the salads are so fresh and filling after a week of eating heavy pasta and pizza. The ladies here are amazing. read more

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After 2 failed attempts to visit for dinner LAL (long @$$ line), we visited for lunch and were able to snag a table early. Filled up by the time we were done. Such a delightful little spot! Charm galore. But that's not why you should go. Go for the good. Solid, well priced, and delicious. Classics reign supreme. read more

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We visited twice because it was that good! Their lasagna, spaghetti and meatballs, and tiramisu were our favorites, and I highly recommend trying them. The tiramisu was incredibly creamy--each bite left me wanting more! read more

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Food was very good. The service was quick and friendly. The ambiance is relaxed and comfortable. Always enjoy eating here.

Honestly, I'm baffled by all these highly rated reviews. Either we (party of 3) ate here on an off night or we're just the minority that isn't drinking the tourist kool aid. We came here due to the high reviews and line outside the door. Myself, wife and brother agreed this place shouldn't be rated this highly. Our server was great in getting us seated since we beat the rush. We ordered the Calamari, Meatball Cheese and Pepper and Homemade Pasta with Meatballs. I hadn't decided yet so I asked the waitress what she recommends. This was when things started getting weird. She seemed confused and wasn't sure what to recommend so I narrowed it down and asked what pizza she would recommend, and she hesitated and didn't seem sure and finally said Capricciosa. That hesitation didn't bode well but I said ok, lets get that. Well, here's the food verdict... Calamari: 4.5/5 Very good. Came out hot and crispy. There was only light batter on it to give it a nice crunch but also protect the juiciness of the squid without overpowering with fried batter. The seasoning on it was perfect and calamari was fresh. We devoured very quickly and honestly, it was just one of the best fried calamari I've had. Polpette Cacio E Pepe (Meatball Cheese and Pepper): 2/5 Really nothing special about this dish. The meatball was weak on flavor and relied heavily on the cheese to flavor it. Honestly, it didn't taste any different from any meatball I could get from the restaurants back home. Homemade Pasta and Meatballs: 2/5 Again, nothing to write home about. The homemade pasta was ok and cooked to al dente per normal. The sauce was tomatoey but that's about it. It wasn't really wowing me with great flavor profile that I wouldn't experience anywhere else. Capricciosa Pizza: 2/5 It was saucy in the middle so pointed end dropped from sogginess. The crust was bit hard and the flavor profile was all over the place. I understand that is purposeful as it's origins was essentially use whatever toppings were leftover. But still, it didn't taste like anything I'd remember fondly. My fellow Yelp reviewers can feel free to disagree with me but seriously, not buying this hype based on what we've sampled. read more

This is one of the best pizza restaurant in Rome, Italy, while there are tons of pizza joint in Rome, none were able to compare to Cantina & Cucina. It was on a regular weeknight, around 8pm, this place was already packed. The line was moving fairly quickly, and we were finally seated after 30min. American style pizzas and Roman style Pizzas are not the same, and honestly Roman's pizzas are so much better, even their pepperoni tasted better... We ordered a pepperoni pizza, fried calamari, and fried potatoes, the meal was simple, yet very delicious. The pizza and calamari were not oily at all, minimum oil were used but still able maintain moisture inside. The pizza dough came with thin crust, and the cheese was generously prepared, cheese pulls were epicly created on almost every single bite, it was so satisfying! This place has a great vibe and ambient, I will def come back next time when I am in Rome again. https://www.instagram.com/p/CfzM-qzjDi4/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= read more

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Cute restaurant in downtown Rome. A bit cramped. Waiter's really nice. 4/5 pizza's good but nothing shocking or standing out. Prosciutto kinda do things by itself and I wish it was a bit stronger flavor 4/5 pasta carbonara is very creamy and eggy. Porchetta's flavor's really good, just some bits are too hard. They also send some free alcohol drink. Too strong for me but you may like it. read more

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This was one of our favorite restaurant in Rome. Everything we ordered were delicious. We especially liked the fried calamari and spaghetti with meatballs. The fried calamari was one of the best I've ever tasted. It was very lightly dusted and fried perfectly and extremely fresh. Although the carbonara was good it was also on the heavier side. If you are ever in Rome give this place a try. read more

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James took great care of us on our second visit to Cantina e Cucina! Yelp helped me find this place very close to our hotel. We enjoyed it so much we returned again the next night. The pasta and pizza were amazing! I had the lasagna and Quattro Fromaggi pizza (different nights). The tiramisu is the best I have had (don't tell my daughter in law who previously held the title. This is a charming small restaurant with lines to get in. We went at 5:30 ish both nights and sat down immediately. I recommend this restaurant highly! read more