Yeah, I saw the segment about this legendary late-night bakery on Andrew Zimmern's Rome episode…read more And yeah, I was further intrigued by the famous sign with the provocative slang connotation that greets visitors as they carefully head down the somewhat treacherously steep staircase into this unique and somehow exciting basement space. What I wasn't prepared for was the very personal and intimate encounter with the founder/owner/chief cook/probably not bottle-washer who is Antonio Lambiase. We arrived "early" (about 23:00 on a Friday night in July) to find the maestro hard at work crafting his famous pastries for the crowds of nocturnal visitors that were sure to follow. Although he spoke almost no English, we were able to communicate through my very limited Italian and the help of a couple of his immigrant assistants who had also had limited abilities in the two languages. My wife and I found him to be perfectly charming, playful as well as typically Italian. He didn't hesitate to ask me how old I thought he was and to flex his biceps to demonstrate his fitness and machismo. When we showed interest in several of the items already completed he came around from behind his work station with a piping bag full of whipped cream which he proceeded to squirt on the backs of our hands for tasting and made romantic suggestions by drawing hearts with the cream. Needless to say, this was not an experience that we will soon forget. We made a fairly large purchase of an assortment of his sweet concoctions and took them to go to enjoy back at our hotel. I'd like to report that they were as memorable, but actually they were just ok. During our two weeks in Italy we certainly enjoyed much better pastry, but on a late night after reveling with friends I could easily see myself returning to this super cool spot!

The owners Don't speak English. But we managed to get a variety of sweets. The owners were very…read morefriendly and we enjoyed the capuccino too.

It's actually a bit difficult to find a good old fashioned american breakfast in Rome. So when i…read morefound out about this place from a friend, i had to check it out. The portion is not that big, judging from the bacon they served (mental note: will order for more next time). But the taste is pretty great! I like it. The place is quite small so it can be packed, especially for weekend brunch. Please make a reservation if you wanna get a comfy spot. They also have delicious pancakes. And they're not pricey. I'll definitely come again soon.

Really like this place! Hidden gem. Breakfast was summy. Lots of dessert options. Lady at the…read morecounter was super friendly. Good prices. We got there early like 8ish and were the first ones in. Would definitely go back for breakfast. Lots of bfast options especially American ones.

I dropped in here for a rather special event - a night of food and beer pairing in conjunction with…read moreitinerant brewery Jungle Juice - and I wasn't disappointed. This review is going to be in part influenced by the great night out I had, but when it comes down to it, the food really was the star of the show. Giano is essentially a gourmet street-food spot, whose raison d'etre is the creation of top quality, original sandwiches - something they take very seriously. We started the tasting with a tartare of salmon, folded in marinated pineapple and sour cream, paired excellently with the Jellyfish Saison from Jungle Juice. Then we got into serious Giano territory: the Carbonara sandwich, which apparently doesn't always show up on the menu (but probably should). Containing a thin slice of pecorino and guanciale, topped with an extraordinary egg-yolk emulsion, the Giano team selected a crusty cob from Panificio Bonci to round out the experience. We then tried a bruschetta made from chestnut flour with pulled pork and barbeque sauce - absolutely exquisite; both of these courses were paired with highly drinkable APAs from Jungle Juice. To finish, a light pannacotta, dressed with cinnamon and peanut butter sauce - slightly sweet for my taste, but beautifully balanced with the Natale di Merda Imperial Stout. Giano is well worth a visit if you take street food seriously and appreciate a good craft beer alongside it.

Came across this little gem before the food tour. Tucked away a little - smallish coffee place…read more Most people would stand by the counter, sip their coffee and eat their often bite or two sized croissant. There's a small area in the back with a few tables and stools, have hooks on the wall for the coats. It's clean and cozy. Coffee or various iterations and really scrumptious pastries. Loved this place. They were clean, efficient and priced very well. We got to experience morning hustle and bustle of Roma.

I enjoyed the tasty pizza I ordered to take away to eat as I walked to the bus stop. Friendly…read morestaff. Don't let the tiny size fool you, good things come in small packages.

It's really good quality and tasty and the prices is good too I think it's good if you want butgersread more

It's 2 am local time & we're a bunch of starving, jet-lagged insomniacs. This place is the only…read morefood joint open for miles according to yelp & it's a 2 minute walk from the hotel. They were so incredibly friendly and helpful, asked us if we spoke English without making us feel foolish and walked us through their menu options. 2 giant sandwiches, 4 hot dogs and 3 drinks came to only 23 euro. And omg molte delizioso!! I have no idea if that is legit Italian, but the food was amazing! I had a sandwich with chicken, meatballs, mozzarella, onions & mayo - it was the shiz. Maybe yelp isn't a big deal here, I have no idea why this place doesn't have more reviews. If you're staying in the area, I can't recommend this place enough - especially if you get the late night munchies!

My fiancé and I woke up rather early to roam around Rome - see all the main tourist sites, drink at…read moredifferent coffee bars, visit beautiful churches, and shop all the newest styles of the season. Anyway, we only had a cappuccino and cornetto for breakfast, so by 1500, we were starving and couldn't wait for dinner. A family member heard our cries of woe and immediately dialed a number, said a few things in Italian, and just started driving. Where were we going? What were we going to see? Thoughts filled my head as I looked out the window to soak up more of this beautiful city. He had called his buddy, who happens to own Officine Dad with his son. When we arrived, the doors were closed and the "closed" signs still up. However, we were invited in with open arms and fed the most delicious burgers (yes, burgers in Rome) we've ever had. I will definitely return to Officine Dad the next time I'm in Rome, especially when I'm missing a nice, juicy burger!

We were staying at the Holiday Inn Express San Giovanni and checked out Officine Dad for dinner…read moresince it was nearby. While our dinner at Officine Dad was fairly good, it did not compare to our wonderful meal at Ristorante Sacco the night before. I don't like to mention competitors' names, but I must in this situation! My husband ordered the burger at Officine Dad, which he loved, and noted that it was very comparable to great-quality hamburgers he gets in the U.S. He previously ate a few steaks while in Italy that he did not enjoy, so the hamburger hit the spot. My risotto was cooked perfectly and was very flavorful. The only downside to my risotto at Officine Dad was that it included an inch-long black hair! (I had to dock a Yelp star.) The gorgonzola crepe appetizer was very unique and delicious, and the lemon tart for dessert was wonderful. Note to the Officine Dad staff: When speaking in Italian to your local customers, it's best to avoid saying "Americano" aloud when you're within earshot of the only American tourists dining in your restaurant. (Had to dock another Yelp star.)

Service and Ambiance fantastic. There is construction in the bridge so hard to find but overall a…read moregreat experience.

Lovely staff and amazing food, I highly recommend this place. I went to 4 different cities in Italy…read moreand ate out at least 3 times each day and not once came scored the same level of food quality. The staff was very accompanying given the language barrier, and did their very best to make sure we understood what foods were specialities and which wines we should select with them. Given this was a 5 star dining experience we did not expect after coming across this restaurant on a walk by our hotel I definitely recommend this place to any and everyone. If you are an English speaker this is still a welcoming restaurant, which is something I can't say the same for at most Italian high dining/ upscale restaurants. Personally recomend the lobster as it was amazing.