I was told that the beauty of roaming through Italy is that you come across little hidden gems…read morealong the way. Despite making reservations for highly rated restaurants, when we got to the Spanish steps this little unassuming cafe on the outside caught my eye. I wandered in not knowing what to expect but the store immediately spiked my enthusiasm. I ended up asking to stay in for either afternoon tea or just a drink. We were seated right away, classic to most European dining it is fairly close quarters. But the ambiance is very charming like an English garden. Lots of deep greens and botanical theming. The idea of a tea infused iced cocktail sounded wonderful during the summer heat. Also the key lime tart was right up my alley. The rose tea infused gin cocktail was extremely delicious. I never would have thought to combine iced tea with liquor but it worked incredibly well. The lime tart was not your usual key lime pie, it was more robust and more akin to a lemon bar with whipped cream. The little selection of snacks was very nice. I ended up buying Tea with Miss B - afternoon tea recipe book on the way out along with some canned rose tea leaves! The server was very efficient and also closed out our bill. What a lasting memory, if you are naturally going to be visiting the famous Spanish Steps make sure to also stop in for a delightful experience of refreshments here! You won't regret it.

The staff were kind. Beautiful environment, wonderful location not far from the Spanish steps. The…read morefood was lacking, but I don't believe that is the true draw for this spot. The tea service was very pretty and plenty of items to purchase on your way out.

Cute little bakery and gelato shop. Seating available upstairs. They also have a cold case with "to…read morego" type lunches available that look very fresh. My absolute favorite though was the dark chocolate gelato along with the hazelnut w/ dark chocolate chunks gelato. In fact, I was in such a state of nirvana that I couldn't even tell you what anyone else in my family had only that we were unanimous in our decision to return the following night.

Super great gelato! Really nice service. I had the coffee and straciatella and both were amazing!read more

I was only in Rome for 2 days and we came here 3 times. The service was phenomenal, everyone was…read morefriendly and accommodating. The ambiance is like a coffee shop feel with outdoor seating, and bar seating. Every drink I had was the best drink, and they have an amazing happy hour. You really missing out on this hidden gem if you don't come here while in Rome!

In another world, I would be rich, smarter and capable of running at greater velocities without the…read morehelp of speed stripes. I would live elegantly and sample the finest things in life from around the globe, passing my time like a king among men. But in this world where I exist on the "salary" of a freelance writer, it's hard to taste the good life. Fortunately, Makasar is around for an affordable aperitivo in a lovely space with great service. The place acts primarily as a tea house, and secondly as a bookstore. At night, wine and cocktails are served with small plates of food for under 7€, allowing me to live like Hemingway must have lived in his time: abroad and very much inebriated.

Absolutely outstanding bakery in Rome. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed by a warm and…read moreinviting atmosphere that instantly makes you want to stay. Their breakfast selection is incredible -- a wide variety of fresh, beautifully crafted pastries that taste just as good as they look. The cappuccinos are perfectly made, rich and balanced, exactly what you'd expect in Italy. What makes this place even more special is that it's not just for mornings. In the afternoon, it transforms into the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxed aperitivo in a lovely, cozy setting. The service truly stands out -- the staff is incredibly friendly, attentive, and always smiling, which makes the whole experience even more enjoyable. A must-visit if you're in Rome -- whether it's for breakfast, a coffee break, or a laid-back afternoon drink.

Il GIANFORNAIO is a large bakery, con caffe, con pizza, in the Prati neighborhood of Rome. A jack…read moreof all trades, Il Gianfornaio, does everything just okay. I was disappointed with the bread and cookies we purchased. It's difficult to do everything well. Perhaps narrowing on one specialty is best, but I'm old school. I miss the days of the fruit store, the formaggi shop, the wine merchant, etc. Everyone was lovely at Il Gianfornaio, and reminded me of how my American education was lacking. I can only speak English and a smattering of French. The merchants at Il Gianfornaio spoke English better than me. That was embarrassing.

From the owner: Sala da tè e teashop, ricercatezze ed oggettistica correlata al tèread more

Service was very friendly. Croissant, scrambled eggs and avocado toast hit the spot from out long…read moretrip from the states. Plus the drinks - Cafe Latte and shake were good. I would recommend this qu'ante ambiance next time I visit Rome.

Really unimpressed with the food. The bruschetta came on rye bread which overpowered everything and…read moremade the dish taste bitter. My husband liked the raviolitta but I didn't care for it. That's more a texture thing of me not liking dry ricotta. I'm sure most people would like it I just didn't. We came here for dinner because they had an open table and the place next door that was recommended had a huge wait. There's a reason this place was open and people were standing in line for hour to eat next door.

Stumbled upon this place and based on the reviews gave it a try. Amazing pizza and excellent…read moreservice. Highly recommended

This random lunch spot pick really worked out for us. We were walking towards the Colosseum for our…read moretour and figured we should get something hearty in our bellies before that. We had no idea what was on the way, or what would be open, so we kind of just kept an eye open and checked menus as we walked. We were seated right away on the outdoor patio, our waitress came out to greet us and took our drink orders before giving us time to review the menu. We started with the Trio of Bruschetta (€10). For my main, I can't remember what it was called, but it was a spaghetti-like noodle smothered - swimming - in a buttery, anchovy-y sauce. My husband ordered the ravioli (€15). The food was excellent, exactly what we were hoping for on that hot summer afternoon. The bruschetta trio was a great starter. Our version had one tomato and basil, one mortadella and pistachio and one salmon with avocado. The toasts were crispy, the toppings different and tasty. I liked my pasta dish - I did. But it was just a lot of butter. By the time I was a few forkfuls in, I knew without a doubt I wouldn't be able to finish it. The flavor was really very good: savory and umami and saucy. But it was so SO buttery, my stomach started to tap not long after. My husband absolutely loved his rigatoni meal, making short work of his plate before taking a tentative bite of what was left on mine (he agreed on the flavor, and on the buttery-ness.) All in all a great lunchtime meal ahead of a long day of touring. Definitely would have gone back, had we had extra time.

Hidden gem in a small shopping center. Attentive cafe baristas waiting to serve coffee and baked…read moregoods. So many to choose from, croissants and other sweets like donuts. The donuts were cooked perfectly and were the size of a medium plate. Clean and lively with many local students and senior customers, alike. It is full of gifts and tobacco.

I stand at the bar for a quick breakfast of cappuccino and cornetto. I look around and marvel at…read morehow packed this place was for a Monday morning. In fact, I felt lucky to be able to find a spot at the bar. People come and go, they sip their espressos in swift gulps, chow down their pastries. "Hmm, I should hurry up," I thought. In mid-bite, the barista refills my cappuccino. I smile a "grazie." What a nice guy. He is in constant movement, making beverages and plating pastries for the morning rush. Yet, the cordiality and attentiveness were not sacrificed.