Worth the hype. Located right next to Trevi Fountain, this shop is a popular destination. Peek times are dinner time and weekends but considering its proximity to the fountain, it's pretty much always busy. The shop is small, really small. In fact, there isn't much room to turn around. To the left is the counter where all of the different cured meats and cheese are and there are a couple small bar-style tables to the right. There are also a few tables in the back. Everything is pretty much cafeteria style, meaning once your board is prepared, you grab it and take it your table yourself and you have to pretty much watch for people to finish eating so you can pounce on their table. The owners even have a sign posted saying they are not technically a restaurant so you have to get your own food and silverware and clean up after yourself. I got the #15 board, which was a mixture of cured meats and cheeses, along with fruit. The price was about 10 euros. This board was extremely tasty and the presentation was beautiful however I probably should have paid more attention to what I was ordering and gotten a full cheese board since I actually do not like cured meat and ended up only eating a tiny piece of it. The cheese was amazing and the focaccia bread was f'in phenomenal! I could have eaten a whole loaf of that bread and I am not really a bread person; it was soft, warm, and flavorful and it literally just melted in your mouth...perfect accompaniment for the cheese. Lastly, they have a great selection of really great Italian wines for cheap (at least compared to DC prices). The prosecco was cold, crisp, bubbly, and dry (but not too dry). It was so good that I had four glasses of it and the best part is that each glass was only 3.5 euros. If you can plan your trip to Trevi Fountain around coming to La Prosciuterria, I'd definitely recommend it. read more

Omigod! Omigod! Omigod!!!!! We were so happy to find this place! I was craving a prosciutto sandwich, and this was the best one I had ever had! Prosciutto and pecorino with olive oil on fresh focaccia, and only €4.50. This is NOT a restaurant. You order and get your food and drinks at the counter. Tiny place with just a few tables inside so lot of folks get food to go. However, if there is a table available, grab it and get one of their sample platters!! Cured meats, cheeses, marinated vegetables, fruits, and crackers, and bread. Extra bread on request. Delicious!! We had beer, but they have a nice selection of wines! read more

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Fresh authentic Italian cold cuts. Service is efficient and courteous. Ambiance is nice if you get outside table. There are two locales on the same street as they're very small. Highly recommend for a light snack and wine! read more

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The sign above the entrance says "Cantina dei Papi" so, yes, you are at the right spot because it is also the Roma outpost (near Fontana di Trevi) of La Prosciutteria. It's interesting they don't have a restaurant license, so you order and pick up your food on your own; however, the meats and cheeses really are great and the chill staff let you sit and relax at their tables with a bottle of wine (from their inexpensive selection) just like a restaurant. A leg of Pata Negra (aka Jamón Ibérico or Iberian Ham) on display near the entrance was tempting ... we just had to get it ... and I'm so glad we did. Five full stars for the fresh-cut slices of this ham for 13€. A cheaper and almost as good ham option was a board with Prosciutti a Mano (Tuscan Ham aged 24 months) for 8€. We also really loved the 6€ serving of Formaggi - Pecorini Toscani (Cheese Plate - Tuscan Pecorini). It's meats and cheeses that you should choose when coming to a Prosciutteria and this place really excelled at both. If we hadn't waited an extra 25 minutes for a sandwich they forgot before cancelling it and heading elsewhere to finish lunch, Cantina de Papi / La Prosciutteria would definitely be 5 stars. That service hiccup drops La Prosciutteria - Trevi to just 4 stars overall because it's easy to be a fan of the hams and cheeses. read more

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THIS PLACE IS AWESOME!! Honestly I'm sad we waited till our last day to eat here. It is almost deli- style in that you order/pickup at the counter then find a seat. They aren't technically a restaurant so they can't serve you or bus your table. It's a small place but has a great atmosphere. We had lunch here today and the whole staff was so nice to us. We jammed to some old school and new school pop songs while we enjoyed our meal. Even the girls behind the counter were singing dancing and giggling with us. Oh yeah the food. It was amazing. All the meat was so tasty and juicy. The bread was soft and yummy. The cheese had such great flavor. And it all showed up on a beautiful platter. We also had a bottle of wine that complimented everything so perfectly. Hope to be back again soon! read more

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Simple. You want to eat here Found it on dumb luck and so glad we did Amazing porchetta read more

Excellent spot for lunch or dinner! Thanks to fellow Yelpers, this was true to everyone's review. Cold and rainy day touring the Trevi fountain and Spanish steps - this was amazing food. Location was difficult to find as it is in an alleyway and the Google maps could not locate the accurate location due to slow data connection on my T Mobile phone. Staff and owner were present when we stopped by their very tiny place. Warm interior made it easy to gather our energy with their awesome food. Lots of people come in to take-away (take out) sandwiches. Saw locals and tourists but when we stopped by around 2pm the place was empty and we had our choice of primitive seating. Ordered their medium (20 Euro) board w/ assorted cheeses, meats, toppings, veggies and spreads plus a demi bottle of Chianti wine (9 Euros). Total tab: 29 Euros = great value for 2 people! Order took awhile because while they are making the board, the one person also took sandwich orders in between. Finally our order arrives and have to say - very yummy! Every item was fantastic - I could not complain about any item but the best item was their fresh cut porcetta! Out of the world fantastic porcetta made the entire meal awesome. Plus the owner made sure that everyone was happy! Small but clean bathroom was a great stop! A must go to spot if you are ever in Rome! read more

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Food: Service: Best. Sandwich. Ever. No contest. I pride myself on being a huge sandwich lover. There's something about 2 pieces of bread, meat, cheese, and all the toppings you like that make it incredibly flexible and tasty in multiple combinations. This little hole-in-the-wall is doing it right. I would come back to Italy just for this place. No joke. My wife ordered a salami and pecorino cheese sandwich while I had the porchetta with buffalo mozzarella, sundried tomatoes and lettuce. Each came with a different type of bread, but holy smokes were they AMAZING!!! They were so good we came back a second time as we were leaving Rome. Which in it of itself speaks for how good it was because there were so many great restaurants to choose from. Keep doing what you're doing. We'll be back someday! read more

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I guess I had mentioned the boyfriend that this spot could be good for a lunch and that it had great yelp reviews. I totally forgot about it- I'm SO GLAD he didn't!! What a unique experience!!! I've never seen anything like this. Basically a charcuterie board, but definitely on another level! You pay per person. The options were 10€ or 20€ per person. If you have any food allergies or whatever just let them know- otherwise they just put together a board for you. I'm guessing no two are alike. It's a small little spot, you get a giant cutting board of food - and have at it! I asked for no mortadella (not a fan), otherwise I was very pleased with the combination of meats, cheese, fruit, preserved and grilled veggies and jam. The bread was a knockout and the spreads were good too! Order yourself some wine and you have a happy little lunch! We had a great and filling meal for €20- we couldn't have left more satisfied! read more

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So glad I found this place on Yelp. I knew I had to try it once I saw the pics. A short walk (about 5 minutes or less) from the Trevi Fountain, La Prosciutteria is a small dining establishment. When I say small, I mean smallll. My bf and I sat in the narrow "hallway" when you first walk in. The seating was against the wall, a high rise for 2 ppl and there were wine glass holders attached to the wall to save space on the table! I thought that was pretty creative! Seating past the narrow "hallway" is limited, so if you're coming in a big group, I'd think again. We came at a good time around 3pm, I think they had just finished their lunch rush so there was NO line. They do not have a restaurant license, so you find a table, order, pick up your food, and enjoy! The staff are friendly. They speak fluent English from what I remember. The menu can seem confusing at first, but take a look at what you want and order. Don't hesitate to ask for help because the workers there are so nice. We ordered a medium platter, which was perfect for us. You don't pick what goes on the board--they do. And it's okay. Trust them because they know what is delicious. I loved the variety of cold cuts and cheeses, as well as the bread and fruit! Our favorite was definitely the porchetta. We had such a good time here, I'd love to come back again and try other things on their menu. read more

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One of my favorite places to eat while in Rome. We suggest it to all our friends that visit Rome. Everything was delicious and tastes fresh. We got a large board to share with the table and there was plenty. The space inside is small but other than that it was perfect. read more

Don't leave Italy without having tried a board at one of these mind blowing establishments. In the States, you can pretty much get a meat and cheese board at every pop up joint, but none of them compare to this. We ordered the large board for two and gorged on meats, cheeses, and breads. The porcetta was the most delicious meat, roasted pork served warm. My husband loved the roasted red peppers. This is not a restaurant, and they don't have a license to serve food, so you won't find real tables. They have bar stools with tiny ledges that barely hold the giant meat mountains. Luckily they have a contraption that holds the stem of your wine glass above it all. We didn't speak any Italian, which was a bit of a struggle here, but that also tells you that this place is far from being a tourist trap. read more

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Authentic-feeling, little shop near the Trevi fountain. There's only ~3 small tables and makeshift stools scattered around. Despite how small the tables are, the boards are massive. If you order the mixed board, expect an enormous board piled with meat, cheese, bread, fruit, and more. We split this between 4 people and it was enough to make all of us extremely full. Stop by for a nice, casual little dining experience. There's nothing not to love about the charcuterie boards here. read more

Walking distance from Spanish Steps that has meat & cheese boards. Seat yourself, small restaurant without a/c (which you get over once you try the food). Gets packed so you may have to wait a bit. Wooden tables, chairs. Super cute decor and a water fountain in the back. 3 board sizes: small (5 euro/person), medium (10 per) and large (15 per). Mixture of cheeses, meats and veggies. Also have red & white wine with their own produced wine. We ordered a medium for 3 people and it was enough. Delicious and great mixture of foods. They have spreads on different kinds of bread and give you a pot of extra focaccia bread in case you run out. In-house wine could have been better but the food and overall experience was great!! read more

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We had the board for two and our companions had sandwiches. Delicious! Fun change from the usual and very well price for being so close to Trevi. We only paid $47 euros for all that and three cokes. Great deal! Would definitely go back. It is a tiny place and They do only have about four tables, so you may have to wait for room, but it is worth it! read more

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This is a nice lunch place that serves good sandwiches. Their meats are tasty, the roasted vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sundried tomatoes melds very well with the meats that they combine it with in the sandwiches they make. The only - and a huge, if I may say so - negative is that this place has no real seating area either in the restaurant, outside or nearby. Technically they do have seating but the tiny tables and benches they have added just makes the place very cramped and hard to maneuver. This is a good place to grab a sandwich for lunch if you are open to the idea of eating and walking to your destination. read more

Wow I didn't expect much for how small this place is. My family and I almost left because there is literally no space in the place, so I don't recommend going if you're claustrophobic. We waited about 5 minutes and finally a small spot freed up. Still, we didn't have much room but we made it work. We ordered a platter of cheese, meat, and bread. It looked so simple and I didn't expect it to taste good, but it was so delicious that I couldn't stop eating it. The perfect combo is a piece of bread with olives, cheese, and meat. You need to come visit this place if you are near the Trevi Fountain because it's absolutely amazing! Do not be deceived by how small it is. read more

Came in around 14:30 which was perfect we had the place to ourselves. Order a board for 2 , lasagna , and bruschetta and vino.. 3 types of meat 2 cheeses fruit , 3 pieces of bread with olive spread , truffle spread and 1 other. Bruschetta came with mozzarella that was delicious. Lasagna was tasty but nothing special . I've been trying to come here for the last 5 years but just haven't had the time and like is always out the door . No food or liquore licenses so you must order and serve your self but that's part of the experience here. I recommend going at an odd hour so not busy and recommend to anyone want to sit and enjoy a good board read more

Cantina dei Papi - Oboard for 2 , and bruschetta and vino.. 3 types of meat 2 cheeses fruit , 3 pieces of bread with olive, truffle spread - Wine Bars Near Me - Rome, RM

Sure it looks pretty and appetizing on the pictures, we were extremely disappointed. The food was very bland, cheese mediocre and wine was the worst I've ever tasted in my entire life. Service on top of that was very rude. Watch out they charge for extra bread like most places do in Rome, but these guys didn't give us the option of whether we wanted it or not. Do yourself a favor and don't go here, especially don't buy their wine that felt like It had gotten sour. read more

Cantina dei Papi - Sour wine that went bad and mediocre meats and cheeses. Go to Sorpasso instead!! - Wine Bars Near Me - Rome, RM

Come early, one of the best stops in Roma. House white wine is fantastic! Meat and cheese plates are a must, pasta is also incredible. Place gets very busy later in the day but is a must. Swing by the Trevi Fountain on your way out! read more

Great place to have aperitivo and enjoy a good time over wine. Small and buy a great experience

This is a small hole in the wall place on one of the side streets by the Trevi fountain and it is amazing! I had a small apertivo plate and porchetta sandwich. At first, the sandwich looked very disappointing: a small layer of meat between two slices of bread, but when I bit into it, I was very surprised to find that the meat was tender and had great seasoning. The apertivo plate had a wide sampling of meats, cheese, vegetables and spreads and almost everyone in the store was ordering this. Come early, seating is very limited. read more

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Amazing sandwich. Best porchetta I have ever had. Perfectly tender, salted just right and amazing bread.

You have no idea how thrilled I was to have stumbled upon this place. One of the best proscuitteria's in Rome. We happened to stumble upon this place when looking for a light quick lunch. Prices were reasonable (done by the size of board chosen or by the sandwich ordered), staff were very friendly and the food was amazing. For a small location, if you eat in, expect to get comfortable with those you are eating with and maybe your neighbours. Seating is limited (on small little stools) so you can also eat while standing. Food and drinks are ordered and picked up at the counter (you pay at the register). There is no "table service" here. Don't expect to hail them down for something - it's self serve in terms of grabbing water, forks, napkins etc. But the staff was friendly and helpful as they could be. They don't have a liquor license so you buy the bottle and serve yourself. For the platter of meat/cheese, you can ask for certain things or have them put together a selection for you. You can also opt for more bread if you would like. Sandwiches are also offered for take away - again, choose something or have them make you something based on spicy or not, or a few other questions. Overall, amazing food, great price, cozy little spot. A must try!! read more

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Minus 1 star for the tight space! If you get here too late, you most likely will need to stand--not much seating area. It is hard to really figure out what to order. Just go up to the cashier and say " mix plate" for appetizer or meal and how many ppl. They can help you figure it out. The team behind the counter def seems like they enjoy what they are doing. They are always laughing and joking around! Def come drop by and check it out! read more

Just go. So good. From pizza to pasta, everything was wonderful. And make sure you check out their food bar. AMAZING!

Came here mostly due to the high praise from other reviews, and walked away feeling meh. I got a small size charcuterie board for one, since my partner didn't want any, and was excited at the thought of getting a truly bang for your buck deal - 7 euro for some of the pictures of previous customers' small charcuterie boards seemed like a good deal! Unfortunately for me, however, I got a little skimped out on. The board had only 1 slice of ham, salami, and prosciutto each. This plus just one slice of buttered bread, one small wedge of cheese, and a few haphazardly assorted veggies did not make me feel the love. The actual taste of everything was alright. I did like the taste of the meats, although nothing blew me away. The bread was pretty bland. And the cheese had almost zero flavor, although its texture was nice and creamy. All in all, it was just an alright food experience. Nothing I'd write home about. Just wish I had the same luck previous customers had in getting a nice, full, order for what you pay. What did tick me off more though was the rudeness of the staff. My partner and I originally sat in a slightly bigger table and were promptly asked to move by one of the staff, who said in a sharp tone "that table is for 4 people, you are only 2 in your party". Mind you, there's only like 2 or 3 other customers in the place at that time. But fine, alright, buddy I get it, the bigger table goes to the bigger parties. No problem. But then not 10 minutes later, some swanky older Italian couple walk in dressed in fancy clothes and sit down without a problem where we originally sat. And there they stay. So this comes off to me as classic Italian tourist bullying. Now that is not cool at all. tldr; just okay tasting charcuterie boards, felt like I should've gotten more and better for what I've seen previous customers get though. the customer service is pretty rude and biased against tourists in my opinion. this could explain the mediocre assortment and amount of food you get. so perhaps consider trying a different charcuterie place if you're a tourist :) read more

This is the former la Prosciutteria - not sure what happened for the name change other than the ownership has changed... the food and the ordering was the same, but there was definitely a different vibe !!! The porchetta was just as good and service was good, but again something felt off .... I'll definitely go back just for the porchetta read more

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This was the highlight of our time in Rome. We just love this little shop. If at first you can't find the location, keep looking because the food will literally take your breath away. A medium is perfect for two hungry people - we got the mixed platter and loved absolutely every part. I would come back here every day if I could! read more

Cantina dei Papi - Outstanding experience. Our medium mixed platter for two was the perfect size for us! Delicious food, kind workers, and great wine!! - Wine Bars Near Me - Rome, RM

Meat, cheese and bread... what's not to love? FYI, you order at the counter first and then you find a seat. They will call you once your food is ready. Took me a while to realize that. Anyway, I got the meat and cheese board and since I came for dinner and the guy convinced me to get a 2 person portion. Who am I kidding; no convincing needed. The bread came out first in a really cute saucepan and then the charcuterie board!! It came with 4 different kinds of meat, 2 kinds of cheeses and some random veggies. It also came with a couple more pieces of bread with some amazing spread. I know one was truffle flavor. Don't recognize the other one but it was delicious! Everything on the platter was extremely fresh and unique. I love how they take so much time to prepare it fresh. I would highly recommend!! read more

On the way to the Trevi fountain we found La Prosciutteria! Meats hanging from the ceiling, THIS is the spot you stop by for wine and meat/cheese platter! Massive Yelp reviews so it was an honor to add to thier star count! If ever in Rome you have to stop by! read more

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Probably one of the best things I ate on my recent trip to Rome! We actually visited this small shop twice on our weeklong tour of Italy. It was the first thing I ate when I arrived and one of the last when I left. The first time we walked in, there wasn't too much of a lineup maybe 1-2 people in front of us. We weren't sure what to order so we asked the gentleman working there and he made a couple of suggestions. I had the namesake, prosciutto, with mozzarella, we also ordered the roasted pork with mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes. Both sandwiches were delicious, the meat:bread:cheese ratio was perfect. Every bite had a crunch and a soft chew which was texturally perfect. As for flavour, the prosciutto and roast pork were unbelievable. The roast pork had some crispy skin bits and was seasoned perfectly. The prosciutto was not too salty but still stood up to the crusty bread and that mozzarella cheese is just to die for. Nothing like what we get here in Canada, the mozzarella is closer to a burrata cheese, it's silky and fresh tasting. Price point is great, especially being in a very touristy spot in Rome, near a few big sights like the Trevi Fountain and Spanish steps. I think our sandwiches ranged from 4.50€ to 5.50€ so very reasonable. They are also large sandwiches, they make a good sized lunch and I was full for hours after. The restaurant is really neat. They operate like a butchers shop and they even have signs saying something about how they're not a licensed restaurant so they won't serve you but you can order and pick up a sandwich at the counter. There are a couple of wooden stools to sit and even a small outdoor area to enjoy your sandwich or charcuterie board with a glass of wine. Overall this place is awesome, we received great service by means of suggestions for sandwiches and just general friendliness, even though it wasn't a formal "restaurant." I would recommend this place for anyone wanting a great snack or lunch while checking out the sights of Rome and trying to give their wallet a bit of a break. read more

Amazing, no-frills place to get cold cuts, cheese, and fruit - the magic of Italy! You go up to the counter and tell them how many people you are, and they bring you tons of food for about $10/person. I'm talking Instagram-worthy platter of deliciousness here. It's located really close to the Trevi fountain and you're likely to meet lots of other travelers in the small but cozy space. read more

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La Prosciutteria is a very quaint and inconspicuous "restaurant". It was hard to find! I say "restaurant" because they technically do not have a restaurant license so therefore are not able to serve and clean tables for you. You just order at the front and take a seat in the very small and crowded seating area, a great spot for a quick bite but not an entire meal. We ordered the medium platter for €10 a person. It was enough food to feed 3-4 people. Such an great deal! Each cheese and meat had amazing flavor. I loved how our board came with some fruit and olive spreads with bread so it wasn't completely just meat and cheeses. Overall, I liked La Prosciuterria and can understand the hype but the board was just a bit too oily and much for me. I would have preferred something lighter. read more

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Excellent gem of a place | Location is great $$ We stayed within walking distance from this place on Via della Panneteria (found it on AirBnB). It is really close by to Trevi Fountain, too. This place is one of those places where you stumble upon it and it is an excellent find. It's not super cheap, but they have great quality prosciutto. We ordered the big platter for (if I can remember) about 20 EU and had two glasses of red wine. We ate everything :) Our platter came with 5 different types of prosciuttos, bread, apple slices, olives, lettuce, two cheeses, and mini panini bites. I recommend this place if you're looking for a place to sample a bunch of prosciuttos. It wasn't the cheapest place and it wasn't the most expensive either, but you should walk in and try something from them. read more

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Hands down one of the highlights during my stay in Rome. $40 for an unbelievable cheese and meat board followed by a bottle of red?! You can not beat it! La Prosciutteria was recommended by my friend who recently visited Rome. It was on her list of must dos. We actually almost missed the place as it's down a quiet alley and somewhat hidden as it appears to not be another fancy from the outside. And that's exactly what it is. The place maybe holds 15 people max, but it's worth it. We couldn't decided what to buy so we had them make us a board. They nailed it on the head. I loved the arrangement of different options - all which paired nicely with their recommended red blend. The decor on the inside feels authentic. Not thrills - just homey and laid back. If you're looking for an off the grid place- this is for you. Enjoy it. The staff was amazing and very helpful. Don't be afraid to have them put together a board for you vs you playing the guessing game! I promise they won't let you down. read more

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Wow! Amazing! Meat and cheese heaven. If you are ever wondering what Italy is all about, it's places like this! Absolutely perfect. The location is small, with a relaxed environment, and delicious food and wine. The ladies who work here and helpful, fast and very sweet. I'll be back before I head home to the states. #teamdimples read more

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This is a wonderful hole in a hole. We ordered the medium but it was so good we ordered an additional small plate. I just don't know what was in our plate but it was all delicious! I take it back, we ordered a third plate ... porchetta. I agree with the other reviews, this was the piece de resistance! read more

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Great little hole in the wall "restaurant". For $10 a person, we got an amazing plate for four people. The place is small, but we came early and finding a spot for ourselves was easy. The quality of the meats and cheeses were good, and we definitely could have asked them to tailor our plate a little more to our tastes, but we were happy to let them craft one for us. read more

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I visited La Prosciutteria in 2016, please remember this is when Pokémon Go was at its peak, and they some how got my review taken down so I contacted yelp and they said I can post again. It's a warning against this establishment. Horrible service from La Prosciutteria. I understand that I am one person so I was introduce to the worst table. I sat down by myself at the entrance. Not a problem I understand it is a business and other people, who due to numbers, came in to take the tables after me. I was on my phone while waiting and I was asked if I am playing Pokémon which was quite an ignorant racist statement. I assume its me being asian. After that this server kept calling me Pokémon possibly around 8 times, which was a very unprofessional and racist. I guess I was not a customer. So I waited for about 15 minutes without service and left. No service. Nothing. Maybe the food and wine would have been worth it but well I never found out. I wish I could put a negative rating or least a 0-star rating. read more