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Il Pastaio di Roma

4.4 (36 reviews)
InexpensiveItalian
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Dominic T.

Really enjoyed this place. We grabbed a quick bite to eat during our Rome exploration. Small eat in or to go shop that give you simple and good pasta for a great price. Definitely recommend it!

Rachel C.

The pasta is awesome! Only gave 4 stars because they were out of the fruit salad, I feel like if you only have 10 things on the menu you shouldn't be out of one so early in the morning! Great food though!

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Caution! The yelp reviews are not from 2022. Prices are not €4 anymore. The current prices are €6 for take out and €7 for sit down (refer to pictures). It's still a good deal for those who eat small portions and travel on a budget. Buon appetito and enjoy your trip.

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Chanese C.

Free WiFi was a plus. Wish they had more variety on the menu. The carbonara was average but still good. Service was quick and you can't beat the price at all for somewhere practically in the heart of the city

Spaghetti Carbonara.
Alex P.

Il Pastaio di Roma serves a variety of homemade pastas with several different Italian and Asian inspired sauces. The food is actually 3.5 stars, but I am giving them a 3 star rating since they are stingy with some key ingredients. I had spaghetti carbonara and fettuccine ragu. Although the spaghetti were cooked to a nice "al dente," Carbonara lacked intensity and it definitely lacked bacon - only a few bits here and there. Fettuccine were slightly overcooked (judging on the Italian standard - in the US they would be fine), however almost sauceless. This place has potential but compared to Pasta Imperiale, located across the street and only a few steps away, they need to step up their game big time since Pasta Imperiale delivers better and heartier sauces, fresher pasta and larger quantities.

Willis T.

Like what Ashley said, this is definitely a hole in the wall and worth going to. I actually wrote my first yelp review ever because of this place. The owner is a nice Italian man married to an Asian wife. They check in on you as you eat to make sure you're satisfied. It's cheap, homemade pasta that taste delicious and is filled with tons of flavor. So good, I had to order another one! I got the fettuccine as my pasta and I'm sure any topping with it would be great. It's also nice that they provide free WiFi, it allowed me to catch up on social media and what not. Overall, really enjoyed the experience since I got to stuff my belly with two plates, all for ~10 euros! TLDR: Definitely recommend this place for a nice, cheap, and tasty dinner!

AJ A.

Great on the go home made pasta! Priced perfectly! Super fast service, it was packed when we went but we were in and out!

Funghi Porcini & Ragu. AMAZING
Ashley N.

A literal hole in the wall. When I realized this place had no yelp, the food was so good that I had to make one. YUP that good. All the food is 5$ and all the pasta is handmade and seasoned so well. I'm glad I found it. It's cool inside although no AC, small but we found a place to sit fairly quickly.

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Delicious pasta at an affordable price. The man at the counter was so kind and inviting. We thought the pesto sauce was incredible.

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3 years ago

Excellent food and service Very delicious and beautiful place highly recommended Very good selection and variety.

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4 years ago

The food was so good! Prices on food and wine great! Highly recommend! Don't pass this place up like I almost did!

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Very good place to grab some delicious pasta!! Great prices very affordable and so yummy!! The wine they had was also so good!!

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Delicious homemade pasta for 5 Euros. Who could have said no to that? Nice staff and good and quick food. Enjoy

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11 years ago

Great pasta and only 5€ per plate! It's not a fancy restaurant, but you're definitely getting your money's worth Here!!

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Great spot for a tasty lunch and very filling. For 4 euros you can't beat it. Four different types of pasta.

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Su e Giu Cucina Romana

Su e Giu Cucina Romana

4.6(238 reviews)
0.8 km•Prati
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I wanted something local, authentic, and no frills for my birthday dinner in Rome and found this…read moreplace with countless positive reviews. We made a reservation online, arrived about 20 minutes early, and they gladly sat us right down. While we were there we noticed plenty of locals eating, chatting with the servers in Italian, and having a blast, which is always a green flag. The menu leans traditional Roman; extensive, with plenty of pasta, meats, and fish. The supplì classico and the cacio e pepe one were both phenomenal. We also had the all'amatriciana and carbonara, and both were divine. After a week traveling through Europe, my husband said this was his favorite meal and restaurant of the trip. It was a top one for me too. We also ordered the oxtail; delicious, but I'm not sure I'd get it again since you get two pieces that are mostly bone. I know that's just how oxtail is, but I was expecting a little more. The panna cotta for dessert was a great choice too. Service was fine, nothing to write home about, but honestly I appreciated how rough around the edges it was. They kept it real; don't come expecting fancy restaurant service. This is a place you go to for authentic food and flavors. We sat outside on the sidewalk, great for people watching, though they had plenty of space inside and even multiple floors. Oh, and the house wine was delicious and a great deal. Our entire meal only came to €70, the cheapest dinner we had in Italy. Definitely try it if you're in Rome.

Review # 1200 After…read moresome shopping on the Via cola Di Riemzo, we were ready for lunch. This spot was a Yelp find. We arrived just before they opened at 12:30. We asked for a table outside and the kind lady asked us if we had a reservation (oh oh). We didn't. No problem as we took our pick of one of the tables. Two levels inside with a small Bar in the back. Before we knew it, outside seating was full and inside also filled up-a good sign. We ordered a liter (ended up being too much but when in Rome...) of their house Red and enjoyed it. For starters, we ordered the Fried Artichokes (thick breading and will order the Roman style with garlic/vinegar next time), fried Zucchini and Suppli-Cacio Pepe. The Suppli was delicious and was enjoyed the most. For main, it was Pasta Carbonara (Guanciale )-Proper carbonara and the streak of not having a bad version of this dish in Rome continues. The sliced Beef with mushrooms was also delicious -super tender and thin pieces of beef (medium rare as requested). We asked if the Tiramisu was house-made. Our server answered, "yes, and I am the one who makes it." How could we not order after that?! One of the best Tiramisus we've had. Perfect balance of coffee dipped lady fingers with cream-delicious! Our Server was kind, attentive and full of hustle -she was covering a lot of ground. Don't miss this Gem if you are in the Prati district.

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Trattoria da Alfredo e Ada - Classic Lasagna

Trattoria da Alfredo e Ada

4.6(116 reviews)
0.1 km•Centro Storico
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One of the best meals we had in Rome! This small, mom-and-pop trattoria had such a warm and…read moreauthentic feel, and the pasta was absolutely incredible. I ordered the Arrabbiata pasta and my wife got the cheese, bacon, and black pepper lasagna. Both dishes were packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. Honestly, this was the best pasta we had during our entire trip to Italy. You can really tell there's a lot of care and passion that goes into the food here. If you're looking for a cozy, authentic, family-owned trattoria in Rome with amazing pasta, I definitely recommend giving Trattoria Alfredo e Ava a try. We would happily come back!

Back in 2018, I visited Alfredo e Ada for the first time, and eight years later, I finally made my…read moreway back and I am so happy that it hasn't changed a single bit. It's intimate, cozy authentic Italian charm. The staff here are wonderfully kind and welcoming, making an already memorable meal feel even more special. Show up right at opening if you want to secure a table immediately, as this local treasure fills up incredibly fast! We started with the artichoke, which was quite possibly the best artichoke I've ever tasted in my life. Ubelievably tender and served bathed in rich olive oil that elevated every single bite. The Amatriciana was my personal favorite dish of the night, featuring a rich red sauce packed with a subtle kick of heat and finished with a generous dusting of fresh Parmesan. The stuffed chicken was remarkably tender, juicy, and wonderfully seasoned with delicate flavors that don't overpower. Lastly, the lasagna was everything a classic lasagna should be: wonderfully cheesy and deeply comforting, yet light enough that it doesn't weigh you down. Easily one of my favorite dining spots in all of Europe. I already can't wait for the day I get to return again!

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Borghiciana Pastificio Artigianale - Interior

Borghiciana Pastificio Artigianale

4.7(61 reviews)
0.6 km•Prati

Yes, it's worth the wait if you go there early. We stood in line at 12:30 on a weekday, as in,…read morelunchtime. We were 2nd in line and waited about 30 minutes. I would wait longer. I had possibly the most amazing chick food pasta a girl could imagine. Girls know what girl food is. The pasta in Italy is just better -obviously. But then put all sorts of girl flavors on it like Lemon and Orange, just lightly enough, zest with a small hint of cheese-..... omgosh. Yes, yes, and yes. Need my hubs to replicate at home. He is going to be busy trying to perfect this. Tagliatelle with orange and lemon parmesan. This was it. It was the best. Everything else we ordered was amazing as well. Wait outside. They don't have a sign telling you to wait, no server telling you to wait. You wait out there, wondering if you're in the right place, but then people stand behind you and you're like - oh! I'm here. This is the place. There are possibly 4 tables inside. It's small. I read about them being rude- we did not have that problem. In fact, they made a mistake and we kindly let them know we ordered something else- they corrected it and were nice about it.

Pasta Heaven. Very small spot not too far from the Vatican and even closer to the Castel…read moreSant'Angelo. We were super lucky that we didn't have to wait too long to get a table and we were sat instantly. They can only seat about 18 total. Both pastas were just absolutely amazing. The wine recommendation to match was equally great. Very reasonable priced. Really nice staff. Very much a self sufficient spot. Loved it and would recommend. The tiramisu had me in love all over again

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Amazing pistachio tiramisu

Borghiciana Pastificio Artigianale
Borghiciana Pastificio Artigianale

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