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    Cafè Cafè

    3.9 (118 reviews)
    ModerateWine Bars, Pizza, Sandwiches
    Open 9:30 am - 7:45 pm

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    Quiet
    Hipster
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Gnocchi al pesto
    Harrison W.

    Sure, it's close to the colosseo and some of the menu items are definitely geared towards trying to incentivize tourists, but the food tasted incredible and was very authentic. Even though it was breakfast time, everyone in my group ordered gnocchi or pasta, and wow the gnocchi (which is what I ordered) was just amazing and the flavors were so rich. ...I highly recommend getting the gnocchi al pesto. The tiramisu was yummy, although was more in cake form rather than having lady fingers so just know that. Especially given its proximity to the colosseo, it was a wonderful meal.

    Meatballs and curry
    Tiffany Y.

    Interesting little spot not far away from the Colosseum and definitely worth the venture into the little streets. It almost feels a little hipster-esque because of how quirky the place was - from decor to menu selection. I'm glad this place offers different food options than the repetitive pizza and pasta choices. I had the Veal Meatballs and Curry, served with mixed greens and rice. The meal was really wholesome and balanced, just what I needed after eating non-stop protein and carbs on my vacation here. I also ordered one of their infused black teas with strawberry and strawberry leaves. It was perfect for the cold and chilly weather and really warmed me up. Service is friendly and attentive. Plus, free Wi-Fi! Great for any tourist/traveler.

    Phillip Y.

    We came here for dinner on our first night in Rome. It was nearby and easy to get to from the hotel as well as highly rated. When we entered it, there were a few people. I noticed the warm feeling with interesting artistic pieces and furniture selection as well as color. I ordered the lasagna and my wife ordered the lamb meatballs and rice. The food came out quickly and you could tell it was homemade. Everything was done to perfection and made me forget my previous experience in Florence at our 2nd night. We even enjoyed going to the bathroom to admire the plumbing art when flushing the toilet as well as washing our hands. It may take some figuring out but well worth it:)

    Cannalloni & Lasagne
    Clayton L.

    This place was right next to the Coliseum. The food and the service were good. If you are in the area, I recommend stopping by. The interior was more spacious than the modest exterior would have us believe. We walked inside and we were seated immediately. The menu was somewhat small on food. But there was a large selection of teas. And there were also beer and wine selections, which are very reasonably priced. We ordered the lasagne, the cannalloni and the chocolate gelato. The lasagna and the cannalloni were pre-made, but the were good - certainly better than most places in the US. The gelato was meh... I wouldn't recommend getting it - it was little icy in spots :( All in all, the meal was good and the price was right, making this place a worthwhile stop if you are near the Coliseum.

    Homemade lasagne...delicious!
    Donn V.

    This is a hidden little gem close to the Colosseum. Avoid the tourist traps nearby and have a delicious meal here. We had the homemade lasagne and it did not disappoint. It was very delicious. It came with a side salad that rounded out the meal. We also had cappuccino and dessert. The service was attentive and friendly. This restaurant has a very relaxed vibe to it, which made it a great place to have a meal and sip a cappuccino, while deciding where to go next for sightseeing.

    Emily D.

    This seems to be one of the best options near the colosseum. Any place that doesn't have promoters outside is a better bet in my opinion. After a lot of walking, this was a great place to stop into and have lunch. The lasagna was tasty and the air conditioning was refreshing.

    Veal meatballs in curry sauce
    May C.

    Cafe Cafe is a nice little place close to the Colosseum. After exploring the sites, my boyfriend and I were starving. We decided to stop by Cafe Cafe to grab a quick bite. When we sat down, we noticed how many varieties of gourmet teas there were on the menu, so we decided to give one a try. We ended up ordering the earl gray tea infused with strawberry leaves. We thought it was 3-4 euro a cup, but it turns out they give you a whole pot! I really enjoyed the tea, the strawberry flavor was strong but didn't overpower the earl gray tea. For food, both my bf and I ordered the veal meatballs. I got it with the curry sauce and he got the other sauce (can't remember what it was called). I thought the food was delicious - the meatballs came with rice and some salad. It was so delicious, I licked the plate clean. There was nothing left after I was done with it! Service is pretty good as well. I recommend coming here for the veal meatballs and the gourmet tea. Service and free wifi are also a plus!

    Nuel F.

    My family and I, stumble upon this place from a yelp review that my cousin read up on. Pretty much would be a place I personally would overlook being that there are other restaurant around that have a better location to see the colosseum. But I'm glad me and my family didn't the food was excellent, the lasagna I order was probably the best I have ever had; so fresh and tasteful. The bruschetta was a great appetizer to start off. Overall I would definitely recommend this place with the reasonable price and the customer service. But if they had a bigger serving I would definitely pay the extra.

    Great meatball in a lemon cream sauce. €9.50. Quite tasty.
    M C.

    A small entrance, this little cafe is easy to miss. It's a very casual spot with wifi just of Piazza del Colosseum. There's free Wi-Fi, so if you're traveling and a break with food to figure out where to go next, it's a good spot. The waiter I had is really friendly. Most of the menu is under €10. A glass of wine is €3, half bottle for €8 and full bottle for €14, so it's very affordable. I ordered the server's favorite, which is a break meatball with rice salad in lemon sauce. It's light with a little bit of a cream sauce. Quite tasty. I think I would've preferred meatballs that had more a ground meat texture instead of one's that kind had this solid texture (like your get at an Ikea or something). Tables are seated got 2 or 4, and seats probably about 20-24 people in the restaurant in total. I'd come back for a glass of wine if I wanted a break and were in the area.

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    Friendly helpful staff and good food! My third visit so far. Nice jazz music playing too.

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    Il Chianti - Puff pastry with mascarpone and strawberries!

    Il Chianti

    4.3(312 reviews)
    1.6 kmCentro Storico
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    We had just finished viewing Fontana di Trevi and were looking for a place to have a late…read morelunch/early dinner. The issue I had was that I was in a super heavy tourist area and all of the restaurants we were walking past had people outside trying to lure us in. I wanted to avoid places like that, however via Yelp I discovered Il Chianti a short walk away. While still I assumed still touristy, the reviews were great and as we approached they weren't trying to lure us in, so we decided to try them out. I take this place is very popular since I noticed a sign instructing diners for form a line as we walked up to the restaurant. However, there was no line to be found and we were seated right away. Curb appeal is lovely, they have a decently-sized outdoor seating area though we opted to sit inside. The interior is a good size and compartmentalized into different rooms. The aesthetics are mostly classic with medium to dark wood tones. The menu contained some Tuscan dishes but also several that were more common outside of the region. We decided to start with two of their apps - a cheese plate and bread with fatty prosciutto, pistachio, and honey. The cheese plate was great, I love cheese and this one delivered - there was a good variety and the plate was paired with a few complements. The bread was great - the combination of the fatty prosciutto with the honey and nuts made for a great experience. There was a small salad in the center of the dish which was a welcome reprieve from the heaviness of the app. For my main I decided to get pasta - the paccheri with tomato sauce and burrata was speaking to me. The dish was great - pasta was cooked well and all of the components were super fresh. I've tried burrata in may settings but rarely in a pasta dish - it worked well and now I'll be seeking it out more often. Service was good - everyone was very friendly and there was a good pace to the rate our dishes came out. Overall, we had a great experience at Il Chianti - in a sea of touristy spots by the Trevi, this stands out as a noteworthy option for a good meal.

    Food was delicious. Atmosphere was cozy and relaxing. Right near Trevi fountain. I would recommend…read morevery much.

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