We went to Colline Emiliane last month and had a lovely, cozy dinner on a cold, rainy November night. Wine, pasta, atmosphere, everything was just right. The restaurant is popular, and I suspect reservations are essential, especially in peak tourist season. We made ours through our hotel concierge, who called and booked a Friday night table on our behalf. We showed up a little early and ended up waiting outside the door with quite a few other parties, peering longingly into the kitchen, handsome pies and trays of fresh pasta fully visible through a large window. Our reservation was for 7:30, and I guess that's when the restaurant actually opens. Crazy Europeans and their late, fashionable dinners. We went in with everyone else at 7:30 and the place was immediately full. Our table was in a neat, attractive dining room, comfortable but intimate, with a homey, convivial vibe. Service was great, no complaints. We got our wine straight away, a bottle of Tegoleto Bolgheri Rosso 2023. A nice Tuscan red at a reasonable price. Then we shared the antipasto delle Colline Emiliane, assorted house appetizers portioned for two. This was a full plate and a good selection. There were several cured meats. Culatello, salame, pork neck, cooked ham, and classic ham, all of them fantastic. There were also gnocco fritto and hunks of parmesan, and little fried pastries with spinach. Three spreads rounded out the antipasto: a soft cheese, a mortadella mousse, and jammy tomato with onion and red pepper. We shared two pastas for our main course and both were excellent, with that unmistakeable homemade pasta quality. The tortelli di zucca were plump, doughy ravioli stuffed with pumpkin in a butter sauce, finished with sage. The tagliatelle alla bolognese was a classic, satisfying pasta with rich, meaty ragout. For dessert, we went for vanilla ice cream and tiramisu con rum e croccante di mandorle. The vanilla ice cream was pleasant if nothing special, much closer to American grocery store ice cream than Italian gelato. The tiramisu, on the other hand, was superb. A lush mascarpone custard with rum, amaretto, and almond brittle. If you want simple, delicious home-style Italian cooking, book your table at Colline Emiliane. We had a wonderful time and hope to visit again. read more

I'm still dreaming about Colline Emiliane. Definitely the best pasta that we had in Italy. After a long day exploring Rome, I pretty much wore my entire family out. That is everyone except for my sister-in-law. When she suggested this Michelin Star restaurant near our hotel, it was a definite yes for me. Colline Emiliane opens at 7:30. We waited in line at 7:10 and enjoyed watching the pasta being made through the window. At around 7:20, Luca, one of the family owners, came to bring in everyone who had a reservation. That filled all of the restaurant's tables except for five tables for two. Then the waiting game came into play where we hoped that a few people who made reservations did not show. Luca counted and let everyone who was past the table five mark know that the odds were not in their favor. We were at the table three mark, so we still had a chance. Two couples finally showed up, but the odds were ever in our favor, and we got the last table for two right next to Luca. A nice bonus! This was the best dinner that we had in Italy! The service was amazing. We never felt rushed. Started with the artichoke heart side as an appetizer. Delicious. Next course, pasta! I had the gnocchi di zucca con crema di parmigiano e tartufo nero. Pillowy, light and airy freshly homemade pumpkin gnocchi topped with parmesan cream and finished with generous shavings of black truffle. I thought that I died and went to heaven, it was so good. My sister-in-law had the tortelloni ricotta e spinaci. Homemade ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach with butter and sage. Amazing. Luca let us know that the pasta is made daily by his family. His mom and aunts all come together in the pasta kitchen to make the magic happen. Tradition, family, quality and artisanship. The pastries are also all homemade by the family. We capped the night with a pastry with the tiniest strawberries. Such a great way to finish a nice relaxing meal. Dinner happens at 7:30 and 9:15. Definitely make a reservation, if possible. We were so lucky to score the last table. Grazie Mille, Luca!!! Our dinner at Colline Emiliane was a highlight of our trip to Italy. read more

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We were super excited to try out this restaurant based on all the reviews I read before going to Roma and it did not disappoint. Our waitress was really knowledgeable and explained all the dishes we had questions about. Every dish was great but there were a few that I still think about. First, the porcini mushrooms were out of this world. Not overcooked and not over seasoned. Second, tortellini en brodo. This is the Italian hug in a bowl you didn't know you needed but now that you've had it, you can't stop wanting it. The broth was so complex in flavor. The tortellini filling was exquisite. My son and I have vowed to learn how to make it so we don't have to go without. Thirdly, the fresh pasta with ragu...can you say PERFECT! Pasta cooked perfectly and served with just the right amount of sauce. Lastly, the lemon meringue tart/pie. I'm not normally a meringue fan but this one wasn't too sweet, not too dry. The crust was even great. Needless to say we left super full and content. This place deserves all the accolades it gets and more. This is will on our list for the next time we are in Roma. read more

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Lunch and it's Michelin Starred. Holy ravioli! That was a good call that I'm taking credit for and the artichoke was amazing. If you come to Rome, artichokes are an absolute must! And mine deserved an award! This spot is close to all the things. Service was fast and flipped us in an hour. As tourists, we appreciate that. The read more

Prior to visiting Italy, I had read a review about Colline Emiliane and missed out on making a reservation before arriving. As a result I figured I missed out. By chance I walked by Colline Emiliane while doing my touristy activities visiting the Spanish Steps nearby. I saw the line and met a few friendly tourists waiting on line as walkins. The conversation was great and as a result, ended up waiting with them for what seemed like an eternity to get inside. One thing about Italy is that the food is incredible everywhere and Italians know how to make liver taste extraordinary. A little olive oil, some shallots, liver sliced thinly, seared rare topped with the finest droplets of balsamic vinegar and you have a dish I will never ever turn down. I'm sure the meat was sourced locally and handled properly all the way to my table. The mashed potatoes that accompanied the dish was incredibly rich. A bowl of bolognese was also undeniably yum as well. It is clear that this a family restaurant and they take customer interactions seriously. I was greeted warmly when I arrived and the same upon leaving. In between the service and food was outstanding, Colline Emiliano is a definite visit on any trip to Rome. read more

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Wow wow wow! Amazing little Italian restaurant down acquaint cobblestone Street. All the pastas are home made by the owners mother so pillowy soft so delicately made so delicious! We had the gnocchi de Zucca . Not salty, warm creamy, soft delicious! The truffle makes the dish. We also ate the meat tortellini. Delicious. The cream sauce was so good we can't cannot wait to come back again! We recommend this restaurant again and again you don't wanna miss it if you're in Rome! read more

Colline Emiliane - Meat, tortellini in cream sauce, and pumpkin gnocchi with truffle. - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

The food, the service, the ambiance were all first rate! The owner was such a joy! My daughter and I stood in line on Tuesday night but were too far back. The next night we went earlier and were VERY fortunate to get a table for two! Everything was delicious! read more

This spot shifts the regional culinary spotlight from Lazio around Rome to the northerly region of Emilia-Romagna that spreads above Florence between the coasts. Freshness and simplicity reign. Pasta is made with eggs and are fresh, not dried, often stuffed and served with Parmigiana, not Pecorino. Pasta is the star of the show. Opened in 1931 in an unassuming back alley, this place has accommodated the likes of Fellini, Antonioni, Mastroianni and others. We shared antipasti delle colline emiliane, which were fresh and tender examples of varieties of salumi plus unexpected treats like mousse di mortadella. It went nicely with a bottle of 2020 Nero d'Avola red wine and a liter of San Pellegrino acqua frizzante. As main courses, two of us ordered the Ravioli di Zucca in butter/sage sauce and the third took Tagliatelli con porcini, both of them culinary harbingers of autumn. Dessert brought us Mousse di zabaione, Tiramisu con fragioline, and Tarte di fragolini con meringhe, which together created a sweet conclusion to an exquisite meal. Read more at: https://www.painperdutravel.com. At 139 euros for 3, it topped our restaurant expenditures but remained in the moderate range for 3 courses. Service was efficient and unobtrusive and seating was cozy. read more

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Getting in touch with them to make a reservation was a bit tough but our hotel was able to call and get us situated for our last meal in Italy. Throughout the trip, all we could think about is how much we missed the food from our previous Italy trip, in Tuscany and Milan so Colline Emiliane was a very welcome change of pace. The service was great as was the wine. The food itself was delicious. The pasta was cooked perfect, the fillings and sauces were delicious. The true stars were the ravioli and the truffle gnocchi but in delicate sauces but bursting with flavors. The angolotti was good but there was a bit too much broth. The Tiramisu to finish it off was nice as well! Add this to your list if you can!! read more

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Colline Emiliane is a must if you're visiting Rome, but be sure to make a reservation. They only have 2 seatings per day. You can try to get lucky if there is a cancellation or people finish early. We made a reservation 2 weeks in advance and got a 9:15pm seating on a Friday night. Pasta was amazing! So fresh and made right there. We have the spinach ravioli and tagliatelle. You honestly can't got wrong with ANY of the pasta there. Our server was a little slow and forgot a few things. Love how casual it is and for being Michelin restaurant. Can't wait to go back! read more

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The best meal we had in Rome! Their butternut squash pasta was one of the best. Tiramisu was amazing. read more

Food was delicious, the pasta was the best! The wine that our server recommended paired perfect with our meal. The atmosphere was great, hope to return. read more

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Called and made a reservation the day prior. Which is soooo necessary. The restaurant is small and after being seated essentially every party that came in after me were told the restaurant was full for lunch and essentially turned away. With that out the way I can understand why this place is so hyped. Probably one of my favorite meals in Rome. I'm not typically a fan of gnocchi because they're usually too dense but I couldn't resist gnocchi and truffles so I just went for it. The gnocchi at this place were little pillows of heaven. So fluffy. So chewy. So light. The way i imagine gnocchi is supposed to be like. Service was top notch. No qualms about it. If you're in Rome and you're able to .. definitely try to add this place to the agenda. read more

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So disappointing. This place was highly recommended by a family member that had visited in the past, but our experience was not good. Food came out way too fast which made us think it had been prepared well in advance of our order. The green beans and artichokes were both over cooked to the point of being mushy and my lasagna was overcooked as well. Not a fresh green or salad on the menu...won't go back. read more

The restaurant opens at 12:45pm. You need a reservation. They turned a family of three away. We asked at our hotel if they would make a reservation for 1:00pm. Was told the reservation would be called at 12:45pm when they opened. We got there at 1:00pm and they didn't have our name. Informed them that the hotel was to have called. After a few minutes he gave us the table by the front door. Other tables were empty but reserved. Wifey ordered and enjoyed the tagliatelle. I had ravioli with spinach and sausage, all homemade. Very good tasting. I could see a woman cutting the freshly made spaghetti via an enclosed window. My ravioli had different shapes. Pretty cool. Yummy. Ordered a dish of spinach and a bread basket. They never arrived. Two glasses of wine and a nice desert of tiramisu. After a while all the restaurants seem to look the same but it's the taste and enjoyment that's important. Rated this a 4 since we didn't get to enjoy all of the food we ordered. Maybe next time. Still worth the trip but make that reservation day or night. It fills fast. read more

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fuego fuego ! goodluck getting a reservation. i walked in and luckily the person cancelled so i was able to take their table! i got truffle gnocchi and milk braised veal with mashed potato. it was 10/10 i ate all of it the downside is that it's very small and has like 10 table so there is no way to get a seat and also people keep calling nonstop so all you hear is the telephone ringing to make reservations in advance i would come here again! it's in a random alleyway read more

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Some of the best pasta we had in Italy. The pumpkin ravioli was the star dish for us. We saw this dish featured in Bloomberg as a pro chef's favorite pasta in Italy, The rum cream dessert with caramelized nuts was ridiculously good . We loved this place so much we went back the next day. You definitely need to call ahead for a reservation. read more

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The best meal we've had in Rome and across Italy. If you get a reservation, it's sooo worth it. Food - for apps we got the proscuitto and fried procini mushrooms. My son (who never eats prosciutto or any 'deli meats' ate half the plate. We got prosciutto the next day somewhere else and he had two bites and turned it away. It was melt in your mouth delicate. My other son also wanted an additional order of the fried procini mushrooms. Pastas - bolognese, pumpkin ravioli and two orders of the soup dumplings. Not a spec of food left. The homemade pasta and quality ingredients speak for themselves. Initially, I thought the soup dumplings looked a little plain but the kids both ate their entire portion. Entree - veal. I was worried we didn't have enough but there was more than plenty of food. Dessert - chocolate cake and tiramisu. Both were amazing. The tiramisu was the best we've had. Service - perfect, very helpful, not too fast but also paced well. Ambiance - quiet but not pretentious. This place definitely gets five stars because every dish ordered was excellent. The quality of the ingredients, the simple presentation, amazing taste... I will definitely come back again and try more of the menu!! read more

We came back again this time with our kids and the experience is just as amazing! Made a lunch reservation a few weeks ahead. Started with the pumpkin tortellini and spinach ricotta tortellini and which the pasta is soft like pillows and the pumpkin is fresh and sweet. Then the polpette, fried veal w/ ham and cheese, and veal, all come with buttery mashed potatoes. Zabayon and chocolate cake were heavenly and also had the pistachio semifreddo. You must make a reservation (not sure how much in advance) but when we were there on a Friday lunch, owner answered the phone and told all customers no open tables through Sunday. For such amazing food, the price is really reasonable and the staff does not upsell or rush you at all. read more

Glad I made a reservation so that I didn't have to wait, although it took time for us to get seated and after seating for our order to be taken. We had the assortment of appetizers which typical meat and cheese. The dinner portion was disappointing. There wasn't a ton of flavor in the bolognese and the duck was just ok. The dessert (a strawberry cream dessert with a small slice of cake on the bottom) was the best part of the whole experience. My most expensive meal in Rome and by far the most disappointing. Not worth it in my opinion. read more

This tucked away restaurant is amazing and totally worth checking out when you're in Rome. The food was delicious, service informed and efficient and the ambiance made you feel welcome and at home. read more

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We got lucky. Before I continue, plenty of well deserved ink has been spilled about this place and I'm here to confirm that it's all true. Back to our luck, we showed up with no reservation and by some miracle of a no show, we were fortunate enough to be seated for the 9:30 seating the same day and everyone was as gracious to us as if we had been in the books for months. Having said that I wouldn't recommend just showing up, schedule a reservation! We started with an order of prosciutto and an order of the pork shoulder salami. I'm full from dinner and yet as I type this my mouth is watering. The prosciutto was so evenly balanced between the flavor of the pork and the spices used to cure it. It was not dry or stringy or too fatty very, very nice. The salami was equally balanced with a bit of heat and a perfect blend of spices used in curing and the glorious flavor of the pork shoulder. Both just reset my definition of and expectations for cured meat. They were both served with house made crackers that were made from the gnocchi dough only baked and with the slightest kiss of salt. I had the tagliatelle alla bolognese and my companions had the pumpkin ravioli and the lasagne Verdi. First off all of the pastas were so fresh, clean and elegant, each different yet no less flavorful. Starting with the tagliatelle it had a nice al dente bite to it and tasted of fresh dough. The ragout was not too wet and not too dry and delicately balanced in terms of spices also it didn't taste of cream nor was it greasy, which is a pet peeve of mine. The pumpkin ravioli was and I was afraid it might be, but it was not sweet. The spices were nicely balanced highlighting and enhancing the flavor of the pumpkin. The dough in the ravioli was equally as fresh as the tagliatelle but with a hint more moisture. Again I'm drooling. The lasagne was like no lasagne I've ever had. First, it was green because they incorporated spinach into the dough adding an unexpected hint of earthiness to the pasta. The lasagne itself was not greasy, not cheesy and not dripping wet. The dough was softer and slightly different t than the two other pastas in terms of texture and bite and it was nice and thin, not thick and gelatinous which tasted great in the layers of the dish. The meat sauce and cheese were well balanced in terms of flavors mingling and the cheese was not overbearing. It was quite an experience. For dessert we had the chocolate cake, strawberry pie and the spiced pear cake alla mode. The chocolate cake was rich in chocolate flavor without being sugary sweet and it had a nice walnut or almond texture in it for contrast of the cake texture. It was topped with a rich warm fudge sauce that added another chocolate dimension to the chocolate ness of the cake. My favorite was the strawberry pie, which had strawberries, some custard and a crème freche, the dough was divine and carried the sweet, yet not too sugary sweet of the toppings perfectly. The spiced pear was a bit much for me in terms of intensity but with the ice cream on top it was quite balanced. Espresso was amazing as was the bottle of Pinot Nero we ordered. The wine really put an exclamation point on a perfect meal. Again everyone was so kind, patient, helpful and funny. If I'm back in Rome I'm definitely coming back here and I'm definitely making a reservation. Do yourself a favor and do the same, go to Rome and if you do you must eat here. read more

Great service from the staff and owner. The food was delicious and we enjoyed the wine selection. The lasagna offered on Friday and Saturday was wonderful. Make sure you have a reservation. read more

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We enjoyed our evening here and ordered many dishes including the gnocchi with shaved truffle, ravioli with ricotta and spinach, tortellini with meat filling, tagliatelle with beef ragout, and fried meat balls. The food met our expectations and the service was fine. The ambiance was that of a small restaurant, somewhat upscale dining, though flexible to allow casual clothing. We had no complaints whatsoever and were fairly pleased; would recommend looking over the food pictures to decide how much you would appreciate this style of food. read more

A great place for first timer to Italy because Colline Emiliane will grace you with not just Rome's specialties but cuisines from other parts of Italy as well such as the tortellini en brodo from Bologna/Modena. I came to CE with my husband on our honeymoon and was just delighted with the down to earth yumminesss of the pasta dishes and the generous antipasto plate. Definitely recommend the Tortellini en brodo and Tagliatelle alla bolognese. read more

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We could not have a reservation for dinner so lunch would have to do. we were very satisfied with the menu as it included numerous vegetarian options. The service was friendly and efficient. the atmosphere relaxed and cozy. There was a mix of tourists and locals, including a few tables of business people - always a good sign. As expected, the handmade pasta was excellent. read more

Fabulosso! Extraordinary food, people, place. In a town like Rome, it's hard to stand out. This does.

Amazing food service and. Ambiance. The service was spot on, pasta dishes were incredible. Make sure you have a reservation or your not getting in. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

This place is a definite must!!! You have to book right away because they have 2 time slot seating options. EVERYTHING is homemade by the family and the service is great. It is one of the best meals I have had in Italy. You don't feel bloated or heavy after. I recommend leaving room for dessert! They are definitely full of flavor and fresh. The food is not salty, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. They make delicious food from the most wonderful location on Italy that is known for the best food. Highly recommend this place!!!!! read more

Colline Emiliane - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

Popped by the place with two good friends last week, on a whim. I'm absolutely head over heels for the place, yet another great restaurant in the heart of Rome! The owners are very clearly proud of the work they do, and (if they're not busy with other customers) will happily describe pretty much anything on the menu if you're the tiniest bit curious or unfamiliar with Emilian cuisine. The food is absolutely terrific, service is very quick as well - and again, having one of the owners chat with you and give you some of the history of their restaurant and their dishes really makes the time fly. We enjoyed an excellent dish of mixed cured meats and cheeses as our antipasto, and then had some terrific entrees shortly after (I had some fettuccine al ragu' bolognese, my friends had funghi porcini that were exquisite and surprisingly light). Despite it being our very first visit, they made us feel quite at home and perfectly comfortable. Next time I'm in Rome, if I ever want to impress any tourist friends of mine, I'll be sure to take them there. If you're in the area, give them a try! read more

I absolutely loved this redtaurant. The food is to die for. The tortellini in brodo and the pasta with truffles... I dream about them

Had a reservation at opening on a Thursday evening and there was a line of people hoping to snag a table for any no-show reservations- definitely book ahead! Convenient location, delicious food, great and prompt service. The antipasto platter for 2 is a can't miss- a great compilation of all of the appetizers on offer with an exceptional creamy cheese, several meats and a spinach and cheese pie (similar to spanakopita). Pastas are a must have, and if you can make room order the veal- you won't be disappointed. The pistachio semi freddo was also excellent, as were both wines we enjoyed. Highly recommend! read more

Colline Emiliane - Antipasto for 2- all delicious! - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

If you don't have reservations, forget about trying to get in here. And for whatever reason, I don't know why. It's not even that great. Well, we weren't impressed. Still four stars because the server treated us well. 1. The menu selection seemed weak. 2. The prosciutto we ordered was just... prosciutto. 3. They kept screwing up the orders and giving dishes to the wrong table. 4. Our meat dish took forever to come out. 5. The meat dish which was fried veal with ham and cheese sucked. It was basically veal cordon blue. 6. Pasta was good but wasn't great. I should really give this place a 3 star but I swore about being too much of a dick. read more

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Highly recommended. I ordered the mushroom pasta was very good. We definitely will be back. read more

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Tradition, Family, Quality and Artisanship Four words that best describe the essence of Le Colline Emiliane. - book in advance, by phone Colline Emiliane is not a person, Emilia-Romagna, it's a type of cuisine, otherwise known as traditional Emilian regional Bologna cuisine in Rome. A short walk from the Trevi Fountain, this friendly trattoria was established in 1931. The the parents of current owners, sisters Paola & Anna took over in 1967. For more than fifty years hand making one by one each delicate pasta treasure perfectly and precisely wrapped for us to devour. You'd never know their hands and wrists ache because they are laughing, and smiling as they work, a true labour of love. Nearly ten years ago the family realized how much we would enjoy watching the ladies make fresh pasta and moved the "pasta laboratory" to the entrance of the restaurant. You can easily see the love the ladies put into each and every ravioli by the constant smile on their faces. The menu is rich in egg-based house-made pastas like tortelli di zucca (pumpkin pasta with butter and sage) and tagliatelle alla bolognese (long strands of fresh, perfectly thin, egg-based pasta dressed with a rich perfectly balance meat sauce). My Favorites * TORTELLI di ZUCCA Homemade ravioli stuffed with pumpkin in a butter sauce * Tortelloni ricotta e spinaci Homemade ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach with butter and sage * Vitello Tonnato A Piedmontese (Northwestern Italian) dish of cold, sliced veal w/ a creamy, mayonnaise-like sauce flavored with tuna and anchovies. It is served chilled or at room temp, generally in the summertime, as the main course of an Italian meal or as an exceedingly elegant antipasto for an elaborate dinner. * Tagliatelle alla bolognese Homemade tagliatelle in a ragu sauce. *Manzo bollito con salsa verde Boiled beef with homemade green sauce. (Try this with the candied fruit!!!!) read more

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Awful awful service !! Was there for two hours , at one point the waiter brought us someone else's check between course two and course three. They didn't serve us bread, took forever and the food was ok. But all food everywhere in Rome is good, absolutely nothing to write home about, horrible service, ok food - not worth it !! Save yourself read more

Fantastic homemade pasta made daily. Great antipasto meat and cheese tray, ravioli with butter and sage and our waiter was super and guided us through the dinner. read more

Overhyped. Food at best was average. There were seven of us. Everyone said the same thing about their meal. I had the duck and it was ok. Nothing about it makes this food memorable. Service. Waiter was a bit harsh. Like he was not so happy about taking the order when we only ordered the appetizer/antipasti and second course. Ambiance. Clean and very presentable. read more

11/2017: Handmade pasta, top rated service, and they don't enforce the bread basket. Absolutely a great first introduction to restaurants in Rome. They are only open for lunch and reservations go fast! Definitely book ASAP if you are even slightly interested as they are usually full and turn everyone without a reservation away. On sundays their special seems to be lasagna! I was surprised to find that instead of cheese you typically find in a costco lasagna, their "cheese" is made out of butter and milk. The pasta layer is spinach based, and the sauce layers are bolognese sauce. Such a win win order because the most recommended dish is tagliatelle bolognese, read more

Such a wonderful little place! We were so fortunate that someone did not show up for their reservation and we were able to get a table. This dinner was such a delight to all of us. We had the traditional spaghetti which was robust and delicious. But the veal.... one of the most amazing dishes EVER. It's a "milk" veal that is cooked for 8 hours. The most tender, scrumptious piece of meat paired with creamy mashed potatoes. The desserts were also quite note worthy: the tiramisu was the best we have ever tasted. The custard is something I already crave. If you are going to Rome.... made a point to dine here! read more