Il Pastaio di Roma

As everyone said, food is great, setting is intimate, wait is worth it. Carbonara and side…read morecannellini beans were awesome.

We were told about this restaurant by a friend. It is tucked away a bit, and has only a few tables…read moreinside, but what a wonderful eatery! We ordered carbonara and it did not disappoint! The service was also great. Would recommend for an authentic Roman dining experience!

Unassuming entrance

One of the special offerings on 19Jun and a Chianti

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Tiramisu and Semifreddo al Pistacchio

Su e Giu Cucina Romana

4.6(233 reviews)

0.8 km•Prati

Review # 1200 After…read moresome shopping on the Via cola Di Riemzo, we were ready for lunch. This spot was a Yelp find. We arrived just before they opened at 12:30. We asked for a table outside and the kind lady asked us if we had a reservation (oh oh). We didn't. No problem as we took our pick of one of the tables. Two levels inside with a small Bar in the back. Before we knew it, outside seating was full and inside also filled up-a good sign. We ordered a liter (ended up being too much but when in Rome...) of their house Red and enjoyed it. For starters, we ordered the Fried Artichokes (thick breading and will order the Roman style with garlic/vinegar next time), fried Zucchini and Suppli-Cacio Pepe. The Suppli was delicious and was enjoyed the most. For main, it was Pasta Carbonara (Guanciale )-Proper carbonara and the streak of not having a bad version of this dish in Rome continues. The sliced Beef with mushrooms was also delicious -super tender and thin pieces of beef (medium rare as requested). We asked if the Tiramisu was house-made. Our server answered, "yes, and I am the one who makes it." How could we not order after that?! One of the best Tiramisus we've had. Perfect balance of coffee dipped lady fingers with cream-delicious! Our Server was kind, attentive and full of hustle -she was covering a lot of ground. Don't miss this Gem if you are in the Prati district.

On our last night in Rome, we wanted to dine at an intimate restaurant located close to our…read moreapartment in Prati. Already depressed knowing we were returning to the cold and fearful Minneapolis, we spent the day packing and wandering Prati. After drowning our sorrows at a few cocktail emporiums in the early evening, we walked into Su e Giu without a reservation close to 9:30. The two guys working the front showed us to a table, and we proceeded to have a perfect last night meal. Our appetizers and pastas were great, service was friendly, and I spent time reflecting on how wonderful Rome is, rather than thinking about our return to the fractured States. Su e Giu Cucina Romana is the perfect Roman restaurant to feel La Dolce Vita. It is a sweet life indeed.

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Trattoria da Alfredo e Ada

4.6(113 reviews)

0.1 km•Centro Storico

I cannot say enough good things about this place! First, the menu is always handwritten, with only…read morea few tables inside and outside. We got there early and were able to grab a table outside. It is located on a quieter street which was really perfect for a calm dinner. The staff were really friendly and the house wine was delicious. I got the ravioli with eggplant and tomatoes and my husband got the Amatriciana pasta. We were both really happy with our meals! I highly recommend this restaurant!

Food is fresh, service is cute, the INSIDE IS SMALLLLLLLLLLLLL! If you're inside, you may share a…read moretable with a stranger! It's fine, they won't talk to you. Lol. It's just VERY TIGHT!

Classic Lasagna

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Oxtail Stew

Taverna Varonne

4.8(15 reviews)

1.0 km•Prati

Food was so good;I literally ate there everyday atleast once and sometimes twice a day!the welcomed…read moreme with open arms and even had a beer and wine with as well.the owners are actually cooking in the back as the chefs so they actually care about the food they serve.it was only a few blocks from the vatican and very easy to order as they have someone waiting for you as soon as you order.they also provided me with food when I arrived a day early and my hotel was closed and it was amazing and the video is the link. They make you feel like a king and they are very knowledgeable about rome as well if you have questions on where to start https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU5Bt7gCEzX/?igsh=MXcyeHN4NXk2NXhvdA==

Food was amazing!! We're visiting for study abroad and this is definitely a spot we will return…read more Motto bene !

Shrimp with dipping sauce on it so you don't have to dip

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Carbaonara I think

Osteria della Ricciotta

4.9(7 reviews)

From the greeting, we got coming in to the warm service we received to the fresh amazing food that…read morethey served us, they exceeded all expectations and provided my family and I a memorable evening.

Great service and delicious food. The ravioli is highly recommended. Traditional decor.read more

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Great atmosphere. Mostly locals.

Egg

4.8(64 reviews)

0.8 km•Prati

I read the review on Yelp about this restaurant so I could have lunch after visiting Vatican…read moreMuseum. We were there very late for lunch (3:00pm) so we didn't have much choice. My husband had a Pomodoro & Basilico, I had a Cacio, Pepe and Lime. And yes, it's true, the pasta was different because they were fresh and amazing. Simple but excellent.

If you ever find yourself around the Vatican and want to experience some of the best pasta you'll…read morehave in your life, then Egg is a must-visit for you and your group. This shop is more of a countertop order from their limited menu but the menu is executed so well you'll be tempted to order multiple bowls. There are a few stools and table out front to enjoy your food hot. Both times I've been on separate visits within two years, has only shown me how consistent their food and quality is. You can pair your dishes with an aperol spritz or mini bottle of wine for less than five euros. The pasta was about nine to eleven euros and the portions were more than plenty. The chef and owner are super nice and very informative about their dishes. If you are a fan of spice you have to try their chef-recommended dish. They had one dish topped with pancetta and I just about wanted to lick my bowl clean. Everyone in the group was raving how delicious it was. Egg will forever be on my must-have when visiting Rome.

Entrance

Amatriciana, yum!

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Bolognese

Borghiciana Pastificio Artigianale

4.7(58 reviews)

Yes, it's worth the wait if you go there early. We stood in line at 12:30 on a weekday, as in,…read morelunchtime. We were 2nd in line and waited about 30 minutes. I would wait longer. I had possibly the most amazing chick food pasta a girl could imagine. Girls know what girl food is. The pasta in Italy is just better -obviously. But then put all sorts of girl flavors on it like Lemon and Orange, just lightly enough, zest with a small hint of cheese-..... omgosh. Yes, yes, and yes. Need my hubs to replicate at home. He is going to be busy trying to perfect this. Tagliatelle with orange and lemon parmesan. This was it. It was the best. Everything else we ordered was amazing as well. Wait outside. They don't have a sign telling you to wait, no server telling you to wait. You wait out there, wondering if you're in the right place, but then people stand behind you and you're like - oh! I'm here. This is the place. There are possibly 4 tables inside. It's small. I read about them being rude- we did not have that problem. In fact, they made a mistake and we kindly let them know we ordered something else- they corrected it and were nice about it.

Best meal of our trip. The restaurant is small, with very limited indoor seating but staff was able…read moreto accommodate our group of 6. Staff was incredibly friendly and let us order while we waited so the food would be ready when we sat. Incredibly fresh in house made pasta

Amazing pistachio tiramisu

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Da Romolo Alla Mole Adriana

4.7(96 reviews)

Our Vatican tour guide recommended this spot to us so Lisa and I were on the hunt. Upon arrival we…read morewere graciously greeted and taken to our seats right away. Our kind waiter bright over water, bread and breadsticks. No olive oil, no butter just dry. For our lunch I decided on the cacio e Pepe and Lisa opted for the ragú. Both were delicious. For dessert we were told the owners mom made lemon cake so that was a no brainer. It was fabulous and paired well with espresso. Our waiter also brought us Amaro. It's a licorice like liqueur enjoyed as a digestif. Definitely an acquired taste that reminded me of Aguardiente. Overall the service and staff were exceptional and I would return if ever in a Vatican City again.

At the recommendation of our Vatican tour guide, we visited for an impromptu lunch on a Friday…read moreafternoon. Lorrisa ordered the cacio e Pepe and I ordered the Spaghetti all' amatriciana. We were both satisfied with our selections. Our meals started with bread service, both fresh bread and packaged breadsticks. We didn't receive any olive oil which might be the norm in Italy. For dessert, we opted for a slice of their featured lemon torta. It was enjoyable and we paired it with espresso. Finally, our server offered us a popular digestivi - Amaro. It reminded me of Jägermeister and I wasn't a fan. But I appreciated the hospitality and kindness of his gesture. In summary, we left content and with full bellies. Our server did a great job and the manager or owner acknowledged us and seemed to appreciate our business. All in all, this lunch was a positive experience.

Fillet Steak grilled medium

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At the bar

Cantina e Cucina

4.5(793 reviews)

0.4 km•Centro Storico

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The food was outstanding, as was the service. A cozy little…read moreplace 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.

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

Indoor dining

Tiramisu

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Roasted lamb

Sorpasso

4.4(191 reviews)

0.8 km•Prati

We dined at Sorpasso for our first lunch in Rome as it was next to our hotel. We sat outside, which…read morewas very nice. My husband enjoyed the Italian Hams, while I went for the chicken salad. The chicken had zero flavor, making it hard to eat. The service was good.

Best Happy Hour, Best vibes, Best food. Stop thinking about going and just go! Phenomenal service…read moreand quality of meats. There is a man here with tattoos and glasses (I forgot his name but he was our server.) he has amazing knowledge on wine and he speaks five different languages. They are closed on Sundays so plan around that!! Not a place you want to miss when visiting Rome.