The best pasta that I've tasted so far in Rome. The meatloaf is a different story but you don't see the locals with meatloaf on their plates, just pasta, so I should've known. They make their pasta from scratch and the Parmesan is so fresh. In the states I hate Parmesan but here I can eat it on its own!! read more

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Yum! I've never had cacio e pepe before, but apparently it's a thing in Rome! So, I came here to try it, and what better place to try cacio e pepe than a restaurant named Cacio e Pepe?! The noodles are extremely chewy and delicious, and the pasta is dry without sauce. There's olive oil I think, and it's the most simple pasta I've had. Cheese and pepper on top of amazingly chewy noodles, what could be better? It's a bit salty from the cheese, but it's delicious. At €8, they give you an extremely big plate of noodles, so filling. It's great! I think maybe personally I don't like cacio e pepe as a past too much because there's no sauce and it's dry, but objectively judging the cacio e pepe here, I can't imagine this dish to be any better! read more

I loved this place. Really fast service, they explain the menu and the food was phenomenal. I think the price was good 8€ for a plate of carbonara that I would barely finish! So big but it was amazing!! I had to finish it lol I want to go back and try more things! Wish I would have gone earlier in my stay! I greatly recommend this place! read more

Cacio e Pepe - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

We came here b/c of the reviews. It was okay my husband got the carbonara and I got a pasta with a tomato based sauce (can't remember the name) but his pasta was pretty good, not amazing. Mine was not very good as the sauce did not taste great, but it just allowed me to have more room for gelato afterwards. read more

This place was amazing! Food was delicious and service was quick and friendly. My wife and I ate here FEW times during our 4day stay in Rome. We heard about on an Anthony Bourdain (whom we watch religiously back in the States) special we caught on our flight over - perfect! "Is he talking to us??" That was in April and I still can't stop thinking about this deliciousness! It was a nice & easy walk from our hotel (Visconti Palace). Definitely check it out. read more

This is place surpassed the hype. All I had was the signature dish (cacio e pepe) and a jug of wine, and it was ridiculously good enough, with obvious risk of recency bias, to have secured a spot in one of the top 5 meals I've ever eaten in my life. The hand made pasta is prepared in such a way that the textures you taste are unlike any other pasta you've ever had -- Not too firm, not too mushy. Spot on. Simple dishes are the best kind in Italian food, I've noticed. When you start to get too complicated, you lose some of the importance in the base of the dish -- Which in this case, is the pasta. The ambiance was extremely local, but they were more than welcome to people who were mediocre at Italian (myself) and people who didn't speak any at all (my family). This place is an absolute must-go when in Rome. It'll be the best pasta you'll (probably) ever eat. read more

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My wife and I wanted to find a place where we could eat and feel the kindness of the hearts and minds of the people we've managed to Meet in the short time we have been here. Yes, this is the place! I can feel the kindness and passion in the hand made pasta of this place. This is Italia! Be very proud Pepe!! :-) In my mind it is in this place, every friend I have I will tell them of this place. Wonderful! Just spectacular!! And yummmm!! read more

Hubby and I were on a mission during our honeymoon - to get lost in each of the cities we visited and find a hole-in-the-wall place that the locals recommend. Well, in Rome, we were traversing through the streets and ended up in Piazza Trilussa. We saw the tray of fresh pasta displayed at the doorstep and decided to give this place the try. They don't offer table service, so you just walk in, order your food, and find yourself a table. What's great is that you can choose the type of pasta and sauce you want to create your own pasta dish. I found the pasta to be too doughy - not al dente. Doughy. I was especially disappointed with the gnocchi. I've tried plenty of gnocchi in LA that were beautifully fluffy and melted in your mouth. This was NOT that kind of gnocchi. The hubby didn't know better so he just commented that his pasta was "different". Hubby: Hmmm, this pasta different. Me: How??? Hubby: I don't know... I think it's because I chose the gnocchi. It's just chewy. Me: What??? I take a bite off his plate. Sigh... I was sad. It was the one disappointing meal I had during our entire trip to Italy. read more

Food is amazing. Definitely NOT a tourist place (in other words, no one speaks English here, so be prepared for that). We targeted the place on the recommendation of Anthony Bourdain in his "Layover" series - and it was worth the hike to get here. We all (four of us) got their signature dish - Cacio e Pepe - and it was divine. That and a carafe of the house chianti is all you really need for lunch. Go. Definitely Go. read more

Just amazing! Cant go wrong with this classic institution. Just go & enjoy. Food is great. Service is good. Nothing fancy. Let the food talk to you read more

One of my favorite meals in Italy. The carbonara was just as great as the cacio e pepe. The only place during our trip that I ordered an extra plate of pasta to go to eat at our Airbnb in the middle of the night. read more

EXTRAORDINARY...!!! We also heard about this spot from Anthony Bourdain. OH MY GOD...best pasta I have ever had in my life. From the first bite, I was like YESSSS...!!! You'll probably be the only non-Italians in there, and the staff doesn't really speak English. Just order Cacio e Pepe (like the name of the place) or that with carbonara. They are worth going to Rome for. read more

The best place I had dinner my whole stay in Italy! This place is tucked away from the tourist areas so you're getting and authentic experience--this includes very little English spoken by the staff. I read previous comments about the staff being rude and this was not at all what I had encountered. The staff did their best to communicate with me and my husband with the English that they knew. Also, food did came out a little slow but that's just an overall Italian dining experience--from what I understand, they like to take their time eating. The food was amazing and I wish I would've found this place sooner into my vacation because I would've had most my meals here! read more

What a great little place in Rome! Even without a reservation (which it definitely seems like they accept, contrary to what the Yelp page says) we were seated immediately (although we did arrive right at opening time). Our waitress was great, helped us out as non Italian speakers to understand what we could order; like others have mentioned, the menu is only on a whiteboard and only in Italian. It seems we got lucky however - another couple behind us seemed to be having a harder time trying to get their order through in English, so I'd recommend doing some Italian practice beforehand so you're able to order well. We both ordered the Cacio e Pepe and it was fantastic! The noodles really made the dish great, very fresh and absolutely delicious. The best part is that our whole meal (including 2 glasses of wine) was only 24€ total! Great amount of food and great quality for the price. Definitely recommend. read more

Cacio e Pepe - Cacio e Pepe: great dish, the noodles are definitely the star of the show here! - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

We had the most amazing meal where while on our honeymoon in Amalfi. The staff was the most friendliest we have ever had and they went out of their way to take special care of us. They picked us up from our hotel, and later dropped us off. They explained all the dishes in detail, and with a sort of charm that we have yet to see. The ambiance was great, the servers and waiters, super friendly and personable, we couldn't get enough. We had the spaghetti in a paper bag, and a fresh fish of the day, both superb. The dessert was the highlight! We still talk about it. Best meal in Amalfi. Go here, now! read more

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What a fun find in our hotel neighborhood! The hubs and I were looking for dinner and this locale popped up with overall great reviews so we headed off to check it out. I speak VERY minimal Italian but can get by in situations like restaurants, which is good because none of the staff spoke English. We didn't have a reservation but they were able to seat us immediately (Thursday @8pm). The waiter (cameriere) started rattling off options in Italian and again I politely communicated we didn't speak Italian (non parlo Italiano) he asked which language we speak, I told him (Io parlo englese), he looked a little disappointed but we powered through! Thankfully the menu is extremely short and written on a chalkboard on the wall...we ordered the carbonara (spaghetti dish pronounced as is), waters (acqua) and a carafe of red wine (vino rosso, in liter). They also brought out bread and had dessert options but we didn't end up trying. It was delicious and a perfect Italian experience (delizioso e perfecto!). I would highly recommend if you are in the area and would like a more traditional experience. read more

Cacio e Pepe - Fancy wine glasses! - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

Thanks to Cacio e Pepe, now I am a fan of spaghetti alla carbonara! I decided to go for lunch on my own without a reservation, knowing how popular it is among locals. The restaurant was really busy, but they were so nice that they found a little table for me. I know why Anthony Bourdain liked this place so much! I will be back definitely. read more

Cacio e Pepe - Spaghetti a la carbonara. Delicious! - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

I wish I got the full order of my cacio e pepe instead of the half order. It was delicious. Great service and great people. The owner even called my cab for me. read more

don't be fooled!!! Only three options on the menu. You get what you pay for. Pasta may be cheap, but it tastes like it too. carbonara was wayyyy too peppery. Pasta dishes only consist of meat, cheese, and pepper so it's a no go for vegans. my friend was FORCED to get potaTOES for her meal. our waiter was very aggressive. added one extra euro to our bill! Americans stay away!!!! You know you love me, Xoxo Gossip girl read more

It's is very inexpensive and has excellent food. The lasagna and the pizza are excellent. Our waitress was very kind and patient. She told us the most popular food and it was delightfully tasty. If you ever visit Italy or get the chance to go I definitely recommend it! read more

We ordered Cacio e Pepe parmigiana, manzo and meatloaf. I'm was around 8:30pm and the ambience was excellent for outdoor dining. Our food came much later than other table who just got seated but didn't make a big deal out of it. The young man who waited on us was a extremely inattentive. We asked for our bill 3x. About 5 minute wait each time we asked. When we asked another waiter for the heck, he was prodded. We asked him what cards were accepted and he said "except Amex". The bill came and He overcharged €6. We questioned this with a lady (maybe the owner) and we were right. When he gave us he bill he said he only accepted cash! (Either he was lying earlier or what) Such a disappointing evening after all the hype. Go somewhere else because. Not worth the aggravation l. read more

Cacio e Pepe - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

Omg best gnocchi in a long time. Just to give context we have had great and bad meals in capri, Amalfi coast, Rome and Naples. This was a great one. On top of the good food, the staff was amazing. Keep in mind their is no formal menu, it is all on a chalkboard outside the restaurant. The staff will answer any questions and walk you through it. Good mix of tourists and locals. Out of the normal area the tourists frequent but that is where you find the good ones, worth the trip read more

I went here since everyone raved about it and the place was also featured on Anthony bourdain and it was good. It wasn't amazing it was just good. The food is very simple nothing over the top. Classic Roman Italian pasta . I'm happy I tried it to check it off my list read more

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This was a great restaurant in Prati. The best service so far while in Italy, and we had excellent service in many restaraunts. We had Cacio e Pepe, linguine with Red sauce, and a great Carbonara. Also, the desserts were top notch. I highly recommend this place. read more

Seriously delicious food!! We had the pasta carbonara, probably the best pasta dish I have had in Italy. And they are open late, which was nice. read more

I went around 7:30 and it wasn't too crowded, my friend and I were seated right away. The service was great & the food was really delicious. read more

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This is the best pasta I have ever eaten. So simple and yet so complex. The red table wine and the pleasant atmosphere only add to the experience. They charge for the bread (1€) but it is definitely worth it to clean your plate. A must have when you are east of the Vatican. read more

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Just amazing food. No menus. The severs tell you what they have. Obviously the Cacio e Pepe is perfect. Every visit to Rome should include a stop here. Beautiful outdoor setting. read more

Cacio e Pepe - Meatballs and rosemary potatoes - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

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Service was awful when I went with my wife. We ordered two dishes from an inpatient waitress who was trying to take every table (there was another server who only had a few). Our server was short with us and very inattentive. We thought this may have been as a result of us having limited Italian language skills. With that said both of our orders were incredible. My wife ordered the Cacio e Pepe without anything extra and I ordered it with bacon. The food was so good that we wanted a dessert, but the server refused to come back to our table. We waited over an hour for her to come back despite me making multiple attempts to get her attention. She even waved me off at one point saying she'd get to us later (this was after about 40 minutes). It was an odd experience, the worst service I ever dealt with, but some of the best food I've ever had. read more

It was our first meal in Rome. 13 minute walk from our Airbnb and it was worth every step. Had the Cacio e Pepe and it was without question the best pasta I have ever had. I know there are plenty of place to eat in Rome, But I can't stop thinking about it. Will go back before I leave. read more

Mom and pop shop. Delicious simple menu. Cant go wrong. Cash only. Sit outside. Heat lamps.

Ehhh overhyped. So disappointed in the Anthony bourdin recommendation. While texture of pasta was good I found that it was over salted in my opinion. Carbonara is pretty much the same as the house special but with salty bacon bits. Cheap wine 1/2 a liter for 4 euro However this is a cash only establishment. read more

Walked in and asked for a menu, only to have one of the staff members say "I am the menu." From that point on, it was an amazing journey. Hands down the best meal we ate in all of Italy! Make a reservation and get ready. read more

This is a place where 85% of the people eating our locals. When you see the owner greeted with two kisses from locals who come time and time again you know you're eating authentic Roman cuisine. What they may lack in diverse or large menu they more than make up for and delicious family prepared meals great service good food and authentic Italian experience. read more

Great place for pasta! Locals and tourists come here. Line can be long but worth the wait. read more

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A no frills restaurant. Just come for the food and leave satisfied! We ordered the Cacio e Pepe and Carbonara. Both were very tasty. We didn't know there were was a smaller plate size so if you're not used to smaller portions, it's just an FYI. read more

While in Rome we stopped by (Bourdain fans) and we were NOT disappointments. It's a traditional yet simple pasta dish that will surely leave you wanting more. The place was packed with local Romans. I look forward to coming back this year to get my fix. read more

Absolutely charming place away from the tourist spots that focuses on making great pasta dishes. We started with cacio e pepe and carbonara. They were incredibly delicious. After finishing those, we were craving more, so we split an order of the gricia pasta, which was also very delightful. If you're in Rome looking for high-end fine dining, look elsewhere. This place is for those that want a relaxed environment among locals and a place that knows how to make amazing pasts dishes without being pretentious about it. I look forward to returning to Cacio e Pepe. read more

Simple refreshing and delicious. This was seriously the best food I ate in Rome. 10 days 3 meals a day this was the best one. if you are tired of the roman tourist traps around every corner then go here. No pretentious roman tricking wayward americans to try their "italian" food just good quality italian food. read more

Absolutely do not reccomend. Owner took our order, when our meal came we only got half our order, he didn't care and was unapologetic. Also tons of locals seem to like this spot so we had about 15 people with no sense of personal space standing around our table within inches smoking. It was disgusting. Also sat a bachelorette party next to us (drunk and smoking while we were trying to eat) horrible dining experience. read more