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Not a tourist trap but felt a bit hyped for what we got and paid. When in Rome, explore, walk 1,000+ of steps to see everything and of course work up an appetite. The night before on our way to another place I saw this place tucked down a small unassuming road in Rome. No pictures and reservations required, Michelin stars and a famous dish. My party of 7 were seated in a special table surrounded by all the fabulous wines of Italy, heady experience. Our waiter kindly explained the specials and award winning options. Specifically the pasta à la Amatriciana (Rigatoni pasta with guancale pieces and fresh tomatoes sauce) it was good but I wasn't wowed. My friends ordered a carbonara and a cacio e pepe that said was also good but not great. There was a special appetizer that was also recommended, can't recall the name, and it was good (phyllo with lamb and cream sauce), delicious. I picked a classic Italian wine which everyone loved and for dessert we had Tiramisu which was really delicious, standout! I enjoyed this place and might go back but felt my friends didn't love it.
It was our first night in Rome and we came straight here for dinner after dropping off all of our luggage at the hotel. We made a reservation for 8 PM and were promptly seated upon arrival. The service was great and everyone was super friendly. We knew that we wanted two orders of pasta, so we picked the Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe and Rigatoni di Gragnano alla Carbonara. The Cacio e Pepe and Carbonara were both very delicious and full of flavors. We especially enjoyed the carbonara, the sauce was excellent! I wanted to try the Saltimbocca alla Romana con Prosciutto Crudo e Salvia since it was a popular Roman dish, and for some veggies, we got the Carciofo Piastrato con Citronette al Prezzemolo which is artichoke. We enjoyed the artichoke, it was filled with tasty flavors. As for the saltimbocca, I thought it was just okay, I wasn't big on the taste. Good for a try, but I wouldn't order it again. Overall, this was a great spot for our first meal in Rome. The portions may look small, but it all makes for quite a filling meal. Definitely order the pastas, they were excellent. I can recommend the artichoke as well, but pass on the saltimbocca.
very cute little spot in rome! the exterior is very lovely and has wonderful greenery, and is nestled in a busier district but is in its' own quiet little corner. it has an intimate interior and a luxurious feeling! service was good and relatively fast, waiters were not as attentive but it was ok! the bread was very good, it was sourdough, which i find is rare in europe, but i wish that they had some butter or oil, which was offered to other customers but not us. we ordered one item off the seasonal menu and one item off their regular menu (ordered october 2025). the seasonal menu item was a pumpkin pasta, which had a delicious nutty and sweet flavor, and was a good portion size. the other item we ordered i preferred more, it was a smaller item on the antipasti section, but it was very good! it was an eggplant cube that tasted alot like lasagna, with a nice crisp outside with a cheesy interior! overall, good flavors and they are good at what they do, with very reasonable price points for the quality of the meal, but nothing too exciting.
I saw this place online and was pleasantly surprised! It was tucked away but the restaurant itself was very well kept and nice. I ordered the carbonara, tiramisu, and an aperol spritz and everything was AMAZING. The carbonara was incredible, definitely a must get!! Everything costed around $30 US dollars which is totally a steal for the quality of the food. The service was also great, my waiter was very attentive and sweet. Would absolutely recommend and go again on my next trip to Rome!
Nice little cozy spot located in an underspending alley just minutes away from the Spanish steps. This little gem has a well crafted wine menu and a solid choice of fresh handmade pastas. Worth a look if you're in the area...
Had an excellent lunch here after spending time at the Pantheon and surrounding area. This restaurant is tucked away and nestled in an alleyway, making it all the more exciting when you actually find it. Very upscale and intimate. I had the bruschetta and a pasta, both were quite nice. Good wine selection but I opted for water at this lunch. There was construction outside so dining on the patio wasn't a viable option (though they were seating people outside). I'd recommend calling ahead for reservations and requesting indoors.
It truly was an excellent dining experience. From the moment you walk in and are seated, the staff makes it their top priority takes care of you. The food is all well prepared, and the menu rotates so I'd suggest asking your waiter for recommendations.
One of the best pastas I've had in my life! The waiters were really excited to explain what went in the dish and our server was very gentlemanly with a wonderful sense of humor. I felt really welcomed and I loved the restaurant's environment. I would definitely go back again, one of my favorite restaurants I've visited in Rome so far!
Exquisite food. We ordered the fried vegetables, baccalà chips cacio e pepe. All delicious. Then we ordered two rigatoni alla gricia, rigatoni all amatriciana and saltimbocca alla romana. They were sublime. Highly recommended
As a Michelin reviewed restaurant, I had high expectations for Poldo. First, make sure you get a reservation as there will mostly likely be a long line if you try to show up without one; you will surely get turned away. Even with my reservation, I did have to wait a few minutes to be seated and even longer to get the service started. If I had a negative to this place, it would be the service and the family running it get stretched thin trying to keep the many tables served efficiently. Luckily, the food made up for the off-service as I got the amatriciana which was very good. I have zero complaints to the food or the bread served. This is worth a stop... just have a reservation and be patient with the service.
Beautifully done Michelin recommended restaurant. Come hungry and sample the whole menu. We made a reservation a month ahead of time for the outside and we're glad we did. Even thought Rome was really hot the patio was in the shade and perfect. We asked for recommendations on food and we were very impressed with everything. We loved the buratta ravioli and the bruschetta the best. The best way to do this is family style so you get a bigger sampling. 5 stars for the service as well!
The tasting menu with wine pairing was so lovely! Or server was well versed with the wine pairings and they truly went well with every course. This was our first meal in Rome and it did not disappoint. The restaurant is very elegant and chic; and much bigger than it seems from the outside. Very comfortable seating and AC. Highly recommend doing the tasting menu and just sitting back and enjoying the courses as they come out. read more
26 days ago
We spent two weeks traveling through Italy, eating our way through some of the most food-obsessed cities in the world -- and Poldo E Gianna was the single best meal of the entire trip. That says everything. The atmosphere is everything you want from a Roman osteria -- warm, intimate, and completely unpretentious. The service was excellent, attentive without hovering, the kind that makes you feel genuinely welcomed rather than just served. And the house wine? Marvelous. Then the food. We had the Ravioloni Burro e Salvia Ripieni di Burrata con Guanciale Croccante -- pillowy ravioli in sage butter, filled with burrata, crowned with crispy guanciale -- every bite was something to stop and appreciate. The Tagliata di Controfiletto Olio e Sale with roasted potatoes was elegantly simple and executed flawlessly. Just incredible ingredients treated with respect. I will never visit Rome without coming back to this restaurant. If you're going to spend money on one dinner in the city, make it here. 10/10, without hesitation. read more
Not a tourist trap but felt a bit hyped for what we got and paid. When in Rome, explore, walk 1,000+ of steps to see everything and of course work up an appetite. The night before on our way to another place I saw this place tucked down a small unassuming road in Rome. No pictures and reservations required, Michelin stars and a famous dish. My party of 7 were seated in a special table surrounded by all the fabulous wines of Italy, heady experience. Our waiter kindly explained the specials and award winning options. Specifically the pasta à la Amatriciana (Rigatoni pasta with guancale pieces and fresh tomatoes sauce) it was good but I wasn't wowed. My friends ordered a carbonara and a cacio e pepe that said was also good but not great. There was a special appetizer that was also recommended, can't recall the name, and it was good (phyllo with lamb and cream sauce), delicious. I picked a classic Italian wine which everyone loved and for dessert we had Tiramisu which was really delicious, standout! I enjoyed this place and might go back but felt my friends didn't love it. read more
15 days ago
1 year ago
It was our first night in Rome and we came straight here for dinner after dropping off all of our luggage at the hotel. We made a reservation for 8 PM and were promptly seated upon arrival. The service was great and everyone was super friendly. We knew that we wanted two orders of pasta, so we picked the Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe and Rigatoni di Gragnano alla Carbonara. The Cacio e Pepe and Carbonara were both very delicious and full of flavors. We especially enjoyed the carbonara, the sauce was excellent! I wanted to try the Saltimbocca alla Romana con Prosciutto Crudo e Salvia since it was a popular Roman dish, and for some veggies, we got the Carciofo Piastrato con Citronette al Prezzemolo which is artichoke. We enjoyed the artichoke, it was filled with tasty flavors. As for the saltimbocca, I thought it was just okay, I wasn't big on the taste. Good for a try, but I wouldn't order it again. Overall, this was a great spot for our first meal in Rome. The portions may look small, but it all makes for quite a filling meal. Definitely order the pastas, they were excellent. I can recommend the artichoke as well, but pass on the saltimbocca. read more
2 months ago
10 months ago
very cute little spot in rome! the exterior is very lovely and has wonderful greenery, and is nestled in a busier district but is in its' own quiet little corner. it has an intimate interior and a luxurious feeling! service was good and relatively fast, waiters were not as attentive but it was ok! the bread was very good, it was sourdough, which i find is rare in europe, but i wish that they had some butter or oil, which was offered to other customers but not us. we ordered one item off the seasonal menu and one item off their regular menu (ordered october 2025). the seasonal menu item was a pumpkin pasta, which had a delicious nutty and sweet flavor, and was a good portion size. the other item we ordered i preferred more, it was a smaller item on the antipasti section, but it was very good! it was an eggplant cube that tasted alot like lasagna, with a nice crisp outside with a cheesy interior! overall, good flavors and they are good at what they do, with very reasonable price points for the quality of the meal, but nothing too exciting. read more
2 months ago
I saw this place online and was pleasantly surprised! It was tucked away but the restaurant itself was very well kept and nice. I ordered the carbonara, tiramisu, and an aperol spritz and everything was AMAZING. The carbonara was incredible, definitely a must get!! Everything costed around $30 US dollars which is totally a steal for the quality of the food. The service was also great, my waiter was very attentive and sweet. Would absolutely recommend and go again on my next trip to Rome! read more
3 months ago
The food was excellent and the restaurant had a nice vibe to it. However, we felt the wait staff was not at the level you would expect from a high end restaurant. read more
Nice little cozy spot located in an underspending alley just minutes away from the Spanish steps. This little gem has a well crafted wine menu and a solid choice of fresh handmade pastas. Worth a look if you're in the area... read more
2 years ago
Had an excellent lunch here after spending time at the Pantheon and surrounding area. This restaurant is tucked away and nestled in an alleyway, making it all the more exciting when you actually find it. Very upscale and intimate. I had the bruschetta and a pasta, both were quite nice. Good wine selection but I opted for water at this lunch. There was construction outside so dining on the patio wasn't a viable option (though they were seating people outside). I'd recommend calling ahead for reservations and requesting indoors. read more
It truly was an excellent dining experience. From the moment you walk in and are seated, the staff makes it their top priority takes care of you. The food is all well prepared, and the menu rotates so I'd suggest asking your waiter for recommendations. read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
One of the best pastas I've had in my life! The waiters were really excited to explain what went in the dish and our server was very gentlemanly with a wonderful sense of humor. I felt really welcomed and I loved the restaurant's environment. I would definitely go back again, one of my favorite restaurants I've visited in Rome so far! read more
1 year ago
Exquisite food. We ordered the fried vegetables, baccalà chips cacio e pepe. All delicious. Then we ordered two rigatoni alla gricia, rigatoni all amatriciana and saltimbocca alla romana. They were sublime. Highly recommended read more
1 year ago
A beautiful and delicious way to end our trip to Rome. Exquisite food in a lovely dining room. read more
As a Michelin reviewed restaurant, I had high expectations for Poldo. First, make sure you get a reservation as there will mostly likely be a long line if you try to show up without one; you will surely get turned away. Even with my reservation, I did have to wait a few minutes to be seated and even longer to get the service started. If I had a negative to this place, it would be the service and the family running it get stretched thin trying to keep the many tables served efficiently. Luckily, the food made up for the off-service as I got the amatriciana which was very good. I have zero complaints to the food or the bread served. This is worth a stop... just have a reservation and be patient with the service. read more
Beautifully done Michelin recommended restaurant. Come hungry and sample the whole menu. We made a reservation a month ahead of time for the outside and we're glad we did. Even thought Rome was really hot the patio was in the shade and perfect. We asked for recommendations on food and we were very impressed with everything. We loved the buratta ravioli and the bruschetta the best. The best way to do this is family style so you get a bigger sampling. 5 stars for the service as well! read more
What an amazing meal we had at this establishment. If I could give 10 stars I would. The restaurant has outdoor dining as well as indoor dining, being that it was very hot we chose to dine inside. The waiter was excellent, he explained the menu and was able to provide some great suggestions. The food is absolutely delicious along with the presentation. For starters we had the cod fish croquettes which were served with an eggplant cream sauce. This appetizer was absolutely delicious. These were the best croquettes I have had. For my entree I had the braised beef served with white radicchio. What a combination. The beef was so tender and delicious. I was super pleased with my meal. I also ordered a side of peppers with garlic and chili which added the right level of heat to accentuate the meal. My girlfriend ordered a zucchini lasagna served with a lamb ragú which was absolutely ridiculously good. Both meals excellently made. To top off our meal we had a dessert which was made out of a pastry crumble with some cream which was perfect. What a meal. Definitely check out this place, it is off the beaten path but you will not regret it. read more
3 years ago
Very nice place. Had lunch, loved the aglianico rosé (never see that back in the US). Loved the rigatoni amatriciano and my man loved the boneless chicken cacciatore- it was very very good. I didn't think the caprese was very good. I had much better in Rome at neighboring spots. It was fine, but not as bright and flavorful or impressive. The chickory salad has anchovies in it- I wasn't aware, the whole salad tastes like that once the oil hit it. Didn't like that. Very attentive and skilled wait staff. We had a good time. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
2 years ago
Found this restaurant because of the Michelin guide. It's a beautiful and cozy spot for dinner with amazing Roman food. The carbonara was delicious and at about 14 euros you can't go wrong. They had an antipasto with prosciutto and burrata that was absolutely perfect. Simply a wonderful place for a romantic dinner. read more
As soon as the restaurant opened, a line had already formed, so you already know it's good. That being said, get there early or have reservations. Everyone raves about the carbonara, and I can see why; The rigatoni noodles are perfectly al dente, the bacon is flavorful, and the sauce isn't too creamy nor runny. The zucchini lasagna was unexpectedly delicious, and everyone at my table raved about the veal. The waiter that served us was fluent in English, which made ordering very easy. Must try experience! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
3 years ago
We absolutely loved our lunch here! We were lucky to stumble across this Michelin guide restaurant. The food was excellent and the service was unbeatable. We would definitely visit again! read more
3 years ago
8 years ago
A bit pricey but decent for the most part. Not ultra touristy like other locations. Enjoyed covered balcony seating €40 for two: - bread (meh) not crispy or super dense - super sweet cherry tomatoes (yum) and delicious mozzarella - fresh grilled sea bass (OK)-- no tricks here, salt and pepper, olive oil and really fresh fish yay - S.O. loved his lasagna but I don't eat beef so I can't really say TLDR: Overall, attentive service and a great variety of menu options especially if you're not necessarily into carbs :) read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
Came here based on another review site, and I enjoyed dinner here. Made reservation from the restaurant app (the fork) and when we arrived 15 mins before reservation time, our table was already ready. Staff was very friendly and helpful. In fact, several others came in without reservation and he was trying to be very accommodating to all customers. Food was very nicely priced for the quantity of food served. Wine list is so reasonable, and quite few of them. After eating so much food, when it came to the bill, I was pleasantly surprised how reasonable it was. Food quality... above average but I had better food in Rome. I liked them but I wasn't overwhelmed by any of the dishes I tried that night. Make reservation and sit outside. Ambiance is quite lovely here. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
Best Pasta Carbonara I've ever tried. Pancetta is cut in large chunks and fried to a perfect crispy coating with a tender inside. Pasta is perfectly al dente. I also tried the Pasta Amatriciana when I went back a second time, which is the same as the Carbonara but with a creamy, tangy tomato sauce instead of an egg based sauce. Very good, but if it's your first time, get the Carboara... you will thank me. Caprese starter was also delicious. Make sure you make a reservation online since it gets very busy. If you're lucky, someone might cancel, and you'll get a table, but that's rare. read more
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5 years ago
My sister and I stumbled upon this place in an alleyway and it ended up being our best meal yet! I had the most delicious rigatoni carbonara of my life. Seriously, order the carbonara. I also had the bruschettone as my antipasto and it was delicious. We shared the beef filetto as our protein and it was also delicious. I imagine everything here is very good! I'm so glad we found this great little restaurant. read more
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Vicolo Rosini 6
00186 Rome
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Centro Storico
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