When one thinks of foodie neighborhoods in Rome, what comes to mind? Testaccio? Trastevere? What about San Giovanni?
This neighborhood, named after the church of San Giovanni in Laterano, is known for its rich history, sacred landmarks, local markets, and buzzing nightlife. It's the perfect place to experience the real Rome.
Located on Via Amiterno, it was a very good discovery, and my partner, our friends, family member, and I decided on I Vitelloni, which summarized two passions of the owners, brothers Stefano and Mauro Delli Ficorelli: cinema on one hand and gastronomy, as our last dinner in Rome.
The establishment, popular with the locals, was spread over two floors and doubled as a bar and restaurant area, emitting a casual and welcoming vibe. Their modern interior space, dominated by iron, wood, and typical bricks, spreads across multiple rooms for indoor dining as well as outdoors, which we opted for.
A bar code on their menu translated the Italian to English, showcasing the traditional Italian dishes with a diversity of seafood, meat, and vegetarian dishes from appetizers, pasta, pizza, hamburgers, and main courses with gluten options.
For appetizers, we decided on the Bruschetta, Trilogy Rice Balls, Trilogy Ricotta Cheese, and Grilled Chicken Mix Salad. As a main meal, we opted for Spaghetti Nerano Sauce, Capriccio Pizza, Ravioli, Spaghetti with Clams, and Fresh Pappardelle with Veal Ragout. Complimentary bread started our meal.
We found all the dishes to be well balanced, seasoned well using fresh ingredients, authentic, and delicious. The portions were healthy. The service was good and attentive. The staff was courteous and helpful.
Good restaurant with excellent value for money! read more