Amazing location- what a view of the Pantheon! The service…read moreis amazing! We stopped by for a glass of wine and some pasta and they did not disappoint. We had the arrabiata and it was just delicious. Definitely would go back!

Great location when we stayed at Hotel Pantheon recently and beautiful, direct view of the…read morePantheon. The food was pretty good, but it was annoying when the servers would ask if you wanted to add a tip. That's not what servers at good restaurants normally do in Rome, especially when the servers aren't very attentive to their customers.

I came in knowing nothing other than it had air conditioning and available seats and that was…read moreenough on this 100 degree day. The upstairs is where it's at! The service was friendly and the food was as follows; Fruit Salad - Overpriced at €8 for maybe €0.50 of fruit. Had bananas in it soaking in fruit juice that was like baby food on the bottom. Margherita pizza - Ok, kids liked it. Draft beer - Never arrived, had to ask they take it off the bill. Cheese and Meat medium size - Ham, delicious. Prosciutto, meh. Only two slices of the same type of cheese. This is the 4th charcuterie board we had this vacation and this falls in last. Caprese Salad - Ok. Probably the best part. Overall, place has above average air conditioning and below to average food. Nice waitress though, she did well and was kind.

We stumbled upon Cin Cin without looking up any reviews and it ended up being the best restaurant…read morewe dined at during our entire Italy vacation. After shopping in the area, we walked into Cin Cin and were greeted by a friendly waiter who directed us upstairs into another dining area. Dining area was spacious with two tables literally perched on a small outdoor balcony. Unfortunately both were occupied when we arrived but I recommend coming early/later to see if you can grab one of those tables. We were quickly provided menus but unfortunately had a hard time getting the attention of our server for the rest of the meal. However, once we got our food, it completely made up for the poor service. We ordered the carbonara and another red sauce pasta with the same cured pork on the carbonara (can't remember the name) but the sauce, the texture of the pasta, the flavors... everything was absolutely perfect. We ordered a white wine to pair with our pasta which was delicious as well. By far, the best pasta we had in Italy and one of the best pastas I've had in my life! Again, service was subpar, at least where we sat that night, but the food absolutely makes up for it. We noticed it was all locals when we were there that night too which was telling. Will definitely be bookmarking this place to recommend to friends and family and will absolutely be back next time I'm in Rome.

Wonderful. Fantastico Menu is only Italian. That's a good…read moresign. Linguini genovese maybe best pasta I've ever had. Wife loved the gnocchi. Angelo is a lamb skewer thing Fabulous. Oh my. Service was terrific. Lovely place we can highly recommend.

By far my favorite restaurant of the trip, between Florence, Verona, Pompeii and Rome. This…read morerestaurant was close(ish) to our hotel, had outdoor seating and a very friendly and helpful staff. We stopped in for dinner towards the end of our trip, after a long day of walking through the city. We were famished, and I originally said I wasn't going to drink with my meal, but then my husband ordered a glass of red and it looked so good that I asked our waiter to bring me one, as well. He actually took the time to ask me what I was thinking of getting for my main and then pulled a bottle of red for me off of that. So my main? It was the zucchini risotto (€18), and my husband ordered the Gnocco Amatriciana (€15). We settled in with our glasses of red and the basket of bread (served with a side of olive oil and a side of a red pepper butter) while we enjoyed people-watching around the neighborhood. The outdoor patio wasn't huge but it was comfortable, and our table was tucked away in a corner so we had a view of the cobblestone streets without being on display ourselves. The risotto was fantastic. Creamy and a bit tangy, with semi-crispy bits of zucchini on top, the risotto itself was perfectly cooked and worked really well with the other elements in the bowl. I'm not ashamed to say that I put a hurtin' on that bowl and polished it off in record time. My husband loved the flavor of his gnocco, and was mostly pleased with the amatriciana sauce; his only complaint was that they blended the sauce before pouring it over the gnocco, which meant he didn't get the toothsome bites of guanciale or tomato. It didn't hurt the flavor of the dish at all, in his opinion, but he did say he would have preferred a chunkier sauce. I guess chunks aren't part of their aesthetic. Though we were both full at that point, we decided to share an order of tiramisu (€9). It was a bigger serving than either of us expected, and gave us a subtle sugar kick, without being too sweet. There were cookie crumbles on top, which I really enjoyed, as it gave another texture to the smooth layers of the tiramisu. I really wish we could have gone back for another meal before leaving, but we just ran out of time (and stomach space, there's only so much I can eat in a day!) Highly recommend this spot if you're in the area, though!

This place was EXCELLENT. I felt like I was at home and our server/waiter was amazing and truly…read moreadded onto the vibe of it being authentic and home-like. I ordered the Caico e Pepe and it was very tasty. Others at my table got the Spaghetti Bolognese and the Lasagna. I picked off of their dishes and theirs were also delicious. I highly recommend going to this restaurant, especially if you're a tourist! It felt like true and authentic Italian food, which can be hard to find due to tourist traps.

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!

Ai Tre Scalini was such a great find in Rome! Everything we had was absolutely delicious. The…read moreeggplant parmigiana was rich, flavorful, and one of those simple Italian dishes that you keep thinking about afterward. We also had a beautiful selection of Italian cured meats that was perfect for sharing. The atmosphere is exactly what you hope to stumble upon while wandering through Rome--cozy, lively, authentic, and full of character. Great food, great wine, and the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer. Definitely a spot we would return to!

I loved this restaurant/wine bar so much. We didn't have a reservation but they put our names down…read moreand let us order drinks and bar snacks at the bar (seating along a wall facing the bar and the bar itself). We ordered one of their more natural red wines available chilled, and Pane & Olio EVOO, and Salsiccette al Tartufo. The bread was so fresh (baked in house daily), and also came with a spicy olive oil option as well as salt and pepper and a plate to dip. The sausage was the perfect little snacking cup with toothpicks and overall everything went well with our wine. They also gave us the little circular baked crackers to dip in our wine. When we were called we were moved to the main dining area which was adorable. Nearly every table had unique artwork on the surrounding walls. We then ordered more of the same wine, the Bonaccia salad, and the Parmigiana di Melanzane con Ricotta Salata. The salad was SO good. It was perfect with lemon and delicious olive oil dressing and an even mix of lettuce, cooked diced potatoes, olives, octopus, sundried cherry tomatoes. The eggplant was a fantastic texture, not too soft but tender and the cheese on it was immaculate. We were too full for dessert but the waiter offered us free limoncello shots as a night cap. My favorite part of this spot was how fun and kind the staff were to us. Letting me practice my Italian, giving great recommendations and overall being super accomodating. I'd love to come back.

Right next to the Pantheon so I can enjoy my wonderful meal with a great view. Waiters are…read moreconsiderate and service was great.

This place is an outdoor restaurant and is located in such a beautiful location. It's across from…read morethe Pantheon. It is a busy place at dinner time. All around you are historic buildings. It is quite busy and full of energy. We loved the location. It also had heaters outside which was nice. There food was okay. The bruschetta was really big and could be shared. It wasn't as crunchy as I would like. The flavors were really good. The rice balls were okay. I had better elsewhere. The pasta fagilio tasted amazing. The flavors were great and it was seasoned well. The pasta aglio e olio was spicy but the spice over powered the rest of the dish. I didn't really care for it. The service was good. I don't think I would come back to this restaurant but I would try a different one in the vicinity.

Suburra 1930 was incredible and easily became my favorite place we ate in Rome. We had just visited…read morethe Colosseum and were walking back toward our hotel when we stumbled across this restaurant around 6:30 p.m. It was so cute and beautifully designed inside. We could see a little Italian man cooking in the back, and we immediately knew the food was going to be incredible.. and it was. I'll be dreaming about the eggplant Parmesan until I return to Rome. The tiramisu my brother ordered was also delicious, and he got the lasagna, which was another 10 out of 10. The meat and cheese charcuterie board was so good that we ate all of it, even though we don't usually like prosciutto. Everything tasted incredibly fresh. Great service, great wine, and great food. 10 out of 10. I would absolutely recommend Suburra 1930 and will definitely return the next time I'm in Rome.

My husband and I discovered this gem in Rome and ended up coming back two nights in a row--mainly…read morebecause I couldn't stop thinking about the tiramisu. The menu felt like a beautiful balance of modern creativity and classic Italian tradition. Every dish tasted intentional, like each flavor had a purpose and nothing was just there for decoration. It's the kind of place where you can tell the kitchen really cares about the details. The atmosphere was just as memorable--cozy, warm, and the perfect spot to slow down and enjoy a long dinner together after wandering the city all day. And the tiramisu? Absolutely unforgettable. Light, rich, and perfectly balanced. I loved it so much that we came back the very next night just to have it again. If you're in Rome and looking for thoughtful, beautifully executed Italian food in a comfortable setting, this place is definitely worth a visit.

Tonight, I stumbled upon what turned out to be our favorite meal in Rome so far…read more Just a 5 minute walk from our hotel, tucked down a narrow cobblestone lane draped in ivory blooms and fragrant jasmine, we found Ristorante Babette. The kind of place you don't discover from a giant sign or a tourist brochure. The kind of place you find by wandering, exploring, and getting a little curious. Before dinner even started, they surprised us with a complimentary bowl of their seasonal Gabacho soup. Light, refreshing, and bursting with fresh flavor, it was such a thoughtful touch and the perfect way to begin the evening. Then came the seafood soup. I was torn between several options, and I am so glad I followed my instincts. It was one of the top 3 soups I've ever had in my life. Tender shrimp, succulent fish, sweet shellfish, and a silky coconut broth that somehow felt both comforting and elegant at the same time. Every spoonful made me slow down and savor the moment. For our mains, I ordered the Duck and Annabelle chose the Sirloin. Both were beautifully prepared, perfectly seasoned, and paired with potatoes that were cooked exactly the way potatoes should be. Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside. I also ordered a side of potato leek gratin that absolutely stole the show. My daughter's steak arrived a little more rare than she prefers, and the staff graciously took it back and brought it out again cooked perfectly. Service like that says a lot about a restaurant. The setting felt magical. Soft lighting, a quiet garden atmosphere, cozy tables, and the kind of relaxed elegance that makes you want to linger over one more glass of wine and another basket of bread. As a chef, foodie, and culinary travel advisor, these are the experiences I search for. Not just restaurants, but places with soul. Places where the food tells a story and the atmosphere makes you feel like you've discovered something special. These hidden gems are exactly the kinds of experiences I love helping travelers find at EatSipTravel.com Rome, you keep surprising me.

A restaurant tucked away until you stumble upon it. A very cozy yet Michelin star experience. This…read morerestaurant ended up being one of my most favorites in Rome. Although portions are on the smaller side, it makes the experience extra special because every bite is intentional. I'll be back!