First night in Rome. As we ventured through the side streets, we stumbled upon this little gem…read more From the bread and appetizers and right on through dessert, every dish was fresh, aesthetically pleasing to the eye and most of all molto bueno! The real VIP dish of the night was the tiramisu. I don't eat tiramisu as I've never had a good one. Our waiter Alex assembled the tiramisu table side. Honestly, it really didn't need the hype. With fresh mascarpone,espresso and cacao flakes, it really was a great tasting dessert AND we hope to get back there one last time before we leave. Yes it was that good! We were able to get seated quickly as we got there around 6:30-7pm. Most people started filing in after that. A gentleman started playing music on an accordion and then a drummer met him. He does play for tips. It was a nice touch. A man with huge long stemmed red roses began working the crowd too. I'd say this would be considered fine dining. C'iao!

Tourist trap! Mediocre expensive food. Surly waiters and waitresses. They charge 20% tip that just…read moreshows up on the check. 5€ water. Avoid if you can.

I've been here several times and always had pasta or pizza. Both are excellent, especially the…read morepizza. No frills, edgy industrial setting. Good service. Worth a visit. Also nice that they're open all day.

Stumbled upon this restaurant while gallivanting around Rome. The food looked good, so we decided…read moreto grab a seat on the patio. The Carbonara and Pesto pasta were both excellent, and well executed. As were the drinks. But the absolute highlight was their take on Tiramisu with gentillini biscuits , absolutely incredible and one of the tastiest desserts we have ever had. Service was quick and friendly. Around 50 euro for 2 drinks, 2 pastas, and a dessert. So good we went back the next night.

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

We ordered a bruschette smoked salmon and mozzarella to start. We told the waitress that we want to…read morekeep looking at the menu as we weren't ready to get an entree yet and she said we can't only get bruschette because we need to order more. We asked what we need to order and she said more food. That turned us off. We ordered the smoked salmon and mozzarella bruschetta, paid, tipped and left. The food was okay. The service was rude.

My husband and I ate here for his birthday dinner while on vacation. Once inside, you can see into…read morethe kitchen, which is run beautifully. The service is wonderful with the host and waitstaff attentive and working together wonderfully. Appetizers and pasta were phenomenal, with the carbonara, fussilone, and lasagna being our favorites. The desserts were also absolutely phenomenal. I would come back here for dinner again and again.

Went here excited because of the high reviews, and almost everywhere else we've eaten in Rome has…read morebeen delightful. All things must end, I suppose. My husband's cappuccino was fine. He ordered eggs with salmon. The eggs were fine, but the salmon never arrived. They charged us for the salmon, though, so we had to ask them to correct the bill. I ordered a couple of starters, and an entree: 1. Chicken tenders with balsamic mayo. They came with regular mayo packets, not balsamic mayo, and when I asked about it, they just pointed to the mayo packets. The tenders were fairly dry. The breading had decent flavor, though. 2. Cheese and anchovy stuffed zucchini flower. The breading was thick and not crispy; maybe it hadn't been fried at high enough heat? The whole thing had almost no flavor. 3. Eggs benedict. This is a favorite of mine and I almost never dislike it. Here, the bacon was the saltiest bacon I've ever had. It had a very nice crisp (but not burnt) texture, but it was too salty for me to want to eat it. The English muffins were very hard. Not stale, just very hard, so I skipped over those. The hollandaise sauce just tasted like melted butter. So I ended up having just eggs with a butter sauce over them. (At least the eggs had a nice texture.)

Ciampini is my favorite italian restaurant in the city of Rome. I've come here for brunch, dinner,…read moresnacks, drinks, etc. - It is absolutely criminal to come here and not order a drink (fresh grapefruit juice and lemon iced tea blow my mind everytime we come) - I can't bear the thought of not ordering dessert here: best gelato in rome after giolitti (try the Marrón Glacés and Pistacchio) & the best Tiramisù rome has to offer - Our favorite thin crust Pizza and Focacce in rome: we have tried the Bismark Pizza, Margherita Ciampini Pizza, Napoli Pizza *delicious but is on the saltier side*, and San Paolo focaccia (go for the pizza over pasta) - The secondi portion of menu is a delicious break from pasta and pizza (you can't regret ordering the vellutata di verdure) - Cherry on top of this restaurant is the beautiful interior and centeral location - The cheap prices for the food doesn't hurt either although the same can't be said for the drinks and some of the mains

We just wanted a light dinner on our 2nd night in Rome and ended up at Ciampini Bistro. They…read moreactually have 2 locations and we ended up at the one that is less busy, thankfully. We ordered a shrimp salad that was so simple, refreshing and beautifully plated and colorful (from heirloom tomatoes). I'd say this is one of the best salads we've had ever because of the quality of the veggies and shrimp. A few steps down the alley, we had gelato (pistacchio and gianduja) at their other location.

This is hands down one of the best foods we enjoyed in Rome. We wanted a quick snack and drink and…read morethis hit the spot. We got the Piccante bruschetta. Everything that passed by to be delivered to another table made our heads turn. If we didn't have dinner plans we would have eaten so much more. Don't skip this spot!

I can confirm this is definitely a great stop for a quick bite or more. Their cured meats, cheeses…read moreand breads are excellent. I had the bruschetta with porcetta. Absolutely delicious. They definitely know how to cure and cook pork here. If you're around Piazza Novana, find this hidden gem.

Located just outside the historic city center near Piazza Navona (one of the busiest and most…read moretouristic zones in Rome), Il Corallo is a classic Roman pizzeria/trattoria with a slightly more polished exterior that hints at its popularity. Inside, the space is larger and more bustling than your typical small trattoria, with tightly packed tables and a lively dining room with old-fashioned stone walls and a rustic fireplace. The vibe is energetic and social: perfect for groups or a casual dinner with a bit of atmosphere. The menu is extensive, with pizzas, pastas, antipasti, and large-format appetizers, and there's also a long menu of daily specials that feature some more adventurous dishes (trippa alla romana, anyone?). The specials menu is in Italian, but our server was more than happy to clarify anything for us. Three of us opted for their pizzas, all of which seem to be the Romano style of a thinner and crispier crust (as compared to the Napoletano style of a thicker, fluffier crust). The Diavola (€9) is a simple pizza topped with a thin layer of cheese and savory pepperoni; the Margherita (€8) is your classic thin-crust strewn with fresh mozzarella, herbaceous basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. Lastly, my Broccoli e Salsiccia Pizza (€12) was a bit more "out there", with mozzarella, roasted broccoli rabe, and herbed sausage on a white base. I appreciated the novel flavor combination, but found the pizza overly greasy. Two members of our party tried their pasta options; the Spaghetti all'Amatriciana (€12) is al dente spaghetti with a bright, acidic tomato sauce, crispy bacon, and tangy Parmesan. The Cacio e Pepe (€12) is tonnarelli (egg pasta) served in a creamy, cheesy sauce with freshly ground black pepper, and Il Corallo's version comes in a delightful nest of crispy Parmesan. Il Corrallo falls into the affordable price range, offering solid value for a sit-down meal in central Rome. It's slightly off-the-beaten path but still just steps away from some of Rome's most famous destinations, serving up delicious food with friendly service; a definite recommendation if you're in the area!

Amazing dinner. Recommended to us and with very good reason. The Cacio e Pepe and Carbonara were…read moreboth fantastic. If we get back to Roma this will be a "non negotiable" for dinner. Highly recommend!

This restaurant is near the main shopping area. We needed a break from walking for hours, so we…read moredecided to stop here. We arrived just before they closed for the dinner service. They could have turned us away, but they didn't. The street is full of people having an amazing time in Rome. The waiter was so nice. He could see we were exhausted. We ordered a few small plates and some wine. They saved our afternoon with kind service, delicious small plates with amazing olive oil, and great wine. We were so grateful.

This is our home restaurant here in Rome. Two dinners and a lunch and we'll be returning before we…read moreleave this magical place! Antonio was wonderful and friendly, the food was amazing and delicious. Between the 5 of us, we tried so many of their offerings, all fantastic! Get a table in the street and watch the world go by, or go inside and enjoy a peaceful dinner with the family. Close to the Trevi fountain but away from the crowds - check it out!