We needed a late night dinner spot on our last night in Rome. Our hotel restaurant closed at midnight but we wanted something else... A little Google search and we found this gem of a place! It's opened until 4:30am. We decided to walk there and regardless of a little communication gap at our end; it didn't stop us - we BOTH truly enjoyed our dinner. Our waitress was so nice and patient since non parlo Italiano. We left past 1:30am and took a cab to our Hotel 10 blocks away. Unique art work Excellent selection of food and drinks Friendly wait staff!!! Too bad we're leaving tomorrow we would have returned. You must check this place out! read more

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Not good at all!! The servers have a nasty attitude (which is normal we're in Europe) but still these people were just so careless. The food is alright... everything is pretty cheap. You get what you pay for I guess. Overall not worth it!! There's plenty of other affordable places in the area. read more

Came in and waited a while for a server to take our order and when he came he was rude. He said some smart ass comment and we literally got up as he was talking and left lmaooo. So over these terrible tourist trap restaurants. The reviews are terrible so I guess it's our bad not paying attention. read more

A real disaster! This restaurant was recommended by our tour guide. There are many dishes to choose from which in my opinion is a red flag. The food was so bad, the worst we've had since arriving in Italy. The service is what it is (typically Italian) but that isn't the reason for the poor rating. I'd definitely recommend going elsewhere if you're looking for good food! read more

For sure a place to come have some Italian food. Our server was top notch . Super friendly and attentive staff .... Love coming here because the inside is so unique and edgy, every time I travel from California , I make it a point to stop here. The food is good, just good. Missing that "je ne sais quoi" read more

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There are hundreds of places to stop and eat in Rome. Everybody tries to entice you to go into their restaurant. What I liked about this place was I was able to decide on my own, without somebody reading off menu items to me. I know, every place does this, but after being on Rome for 6 nights, it was nice to not be 'harassed'. (I don't mean that in a bad way). They had a huge menu to satisfy any person that comes in. They had great prices, and the servings were above average. I'm glad we stopped by and I would recommend this place. read more

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My husband found this restaurant recommendation off Instagram while we were in Italy. After a quick walk to La Base, we fell in love with the atmosphere and ambience they created. We absolutely love the vintage vibe of the restaurant. It wasn't too busy as we went during the slow time of year, so our service was great. We were both craving seafood and ordered an appetizer of fried calamari. My husband ordered Tonnarelli Fra Diavolo and absolutely loved it. I had ordered the chef special of linguine aglio with shrimp. It was exactly what I wanted, pasta that was a little bit different. I would go back to this place in a heartbeat. read more

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Needed a late night restaurant to fill my needs and this place hit the spot! Didn't get to ambitious and got the margarita pizza and a side salad... with a glass of win of course. The pizza was great. Wine was a good table wine. Salad wasn't worth it. Service is slow but you are in Roma.. so chill out. Price is average. read more

La Base - Are my pizza so fast. - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

Close to hotel. Popped in for a class of vino. It was late afternoon and we didn't eat but from what I saw from the food is that the calzones looked amazing. A fish dish didn't smell fresh but I could be wrong. We never tried but I wouldn't hesitate. Staff was helpful. read more

We picked this place because it looked like it had a great atmosphere, WRONG. The second we walked in it was dead silent, not even the workers seem like they like each other. We sat down, and the girl who "served" us seemed like she would rather be doing anything else than serving us. We asked for recommendations and she snuffed us off. The toasted bread was good, which gave us high hopes for what our pasta would turn out to be. Unfortunately, the second the food came out we were disappointed. Noodles seemed half cooked, one of us ordered a penne pasta with buffalo ricotta, turns out the entire dish is tossed in straight up buffalo sauce. Absolutely disgusting and inedible. One ordered Penne Allá Vodka, noodles stiff as can be, she described it as tasting worse than a box Mac and cheese. Before ordering, we asked for tap water, she responded as if we were dumb to ask. We've traveled to many countries in the EU and have never had trouble asking for tap water. We were informed it costed money, which we agreed to. She walked away and stood in the corner, without getting us our water. We had to call her down for it, which felt like we were bothering her. Turns out the water we have to pay for is water in a glass bottle that comes from their sink. disappointed and wouldn't recommend to anyone. read more

Don't let the funky interior fool you, there's better food to be had on the back streets of Rome. I would go elsewhere to eat. Staff seem confused by us Americans. We had a waiter who spoke ok English. We ordered two salads, three lasagna in a gnocchi. It all came out at once. Which is not our experience at other locations throughout Rome over a dozen days. The gnocchi came out piping hot. The 3 lasagna, not so much. In fact, the center of mine was actually cold. I asked them to reheat it and they did. Even hot it was ok not great. The atmosphere, videos, music, make it fun. If you're stopping in for a drink, it could be a good time. read more

La Base - Funky decor - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

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Recommended by the staff at the hotel I was staying which is just next door. The food is absolutely amazing. Very flavorful, fresh and reasonably priced. These are the two dishes I tried, but I assume everything there is very tasty. read more

La Base - Fettuccine bolognese - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

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Great food, location and funky fun interior...slow servce! Staff was sweet but Gheez how long does it take for a mojito?! And why so much sugar at the bottom? Anyway, we had the Argentine Steak, spinach, penne with mushrooms and bacon, and potatoes. All were very good. It is very close to the Coliseum which is only two or so blocks away. read more

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Very funky interior that created a nice ambiance. It wasn't too busy when we went so we were seated right away. My pasta was so good and flavorful. There was a strong prawn flavor which I loved in the sauce! It was also super cheap which is always a plus! read more

La Base - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

After days of pasta and other Italian delights, Bob's tastebuds turned to burger and fries. The Roman take on fries at La Base meant a special seasoning. His burger fully satisfied. My gnocchi were pillowy and tasty although I did grab bites of the yummy fries. read more

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Absolutely terrible service. We were ignored and any interaction was borderline hostile. Food was adequate at best. I'd eat at McDonalds before going back here. read more

Honestly, people keep hating on this place but after a long night/morning of clubbing until 3am...this is the only half decent place open that late with some bomb pasta. Would I come here for a nice dinner? Eh no probably not. But when you want some delicious, cheap pasta at 3am this is your spot 100%. On Friday night they stay open until around 3:30am so it's perfect when you get those late night drunchies. I got spaghetti (can't remember specifically why kind) and it was delicious!! So creamy and filling! My friends got two different types of penne, one with more of a marinara sauce and one with a four cheese sauce and both looked amazing! The four cheese penne melted in your mouth. Definitely the perfect cure for those post-clubbing blues. Also, the fact that this place was packed at 3am with Italians made me feel good about it. We actually heard about it through a local, and I would trust a local over a few bad Yelp reviews any day. read more

La Base - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

My boyfriend and I choose to eat here because we were both starving and it was near our hotel. There were a lot of mixed reviews so I was hesitant but I'm actually very glad we did. Atmosphere: I don't even know where to begin with the decor. It was definitely funky. The walls were full of different artifacts, trinkets, pictures. And when I say full of, I mean full of. It definitely gave you something to look at while you were waiting for your food. The overall feel kinda had like a TGIFriday's feel to it, if you are looking to compare it to something in America. The tables are different sizes but crammed together. I noticed families there with kids and there was a children's menu. The place was hoppin' when we got there, so it was very noisy and had energy. The lighting was dim but you could still see everything pretty well. There was a bar in the very back. Honestly though, maybe just go to this place to check out the decor. It's not like anything I've ever seen. Service: This is the downfall of this place and why I am not giving it the full 5 stars. The staff seem very scatter brained and I am not even sure who are waitress/waiter really was. I think a different person took our order, brought us drinks, brought us food, and gave us the bill. I was very confused as to their method. In any case, they weren't exactly rude but weren't really nice either. There was minimal conversation and not much expression. We were seated pretty quickly but it took awhile for someone to come get our order. The food came out in probably 20-25 minutes which killed me because I was starving. We gobbled up our pizzas - no one stopped to ask us if everything was okay. Getting the bill took awhile and we ended up going to the front to cash out as it seemed a lot quicker than sitting and waiting for someone to take money. They said thank you on the way out at least. Food: The menu is pretty extensive but my boyfriend and I really just wanted pizza so we both got Margarita Pizzas. There were a lot "American" options on their menu too I noticed. Their pizza was freakin delicious. Crust was super thin with just the right crunch. The ratio of sauce to cheese was pretty much spot on. Maybe a teenie tiny bit too much cheese but that is more a personal preferences. The sauce was flavorful and actually there. It came out super hot so we had to wait to eat it but with the first bite the cheese was stringy and gooey and wonderful. I couldn't finish the whole thing because it was pretty big but I came close. My boyfriend finished his easily though. They cut their pizzas too which I actually prefer but is kinda a no no for true Italian restaurants (or so my tour guide said). I would definitely suggest getting a pizza if you go here. Cost: Reasonable, maybe slightly on the cheaper end than other places. The drinks are really what always kills your bill. A soda is ridiculously expensive anywhere you go in Italy. We still ended up eating for like 25 euros with the tip included though so I'm not complaining. We did however just get pizzas so I am not sure about costs on other foods. Our pizzas were big as mentioned above so we certainly got our moneys worth. I can see why this place has a lot of mixed reviews. I think the most negative common thing I see with the reviews is the service which I can agree on. However, our pizza was really good so I still think you should at least give the place a try. Would I go here for a super nice, romantic dinner-probably not but still a good place to grab a bite. read more

La Base - Margarita Pizza - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

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The food is delicious! We had a seafood platter that that included shrimp, salmon, salad and pasta. Our friends had a similar platter with meats. My husband enjoyed a calzone. The service was amicable and attentive. The ambiance was fun and colorful. They also have a full service bar. read more

It was my first Italian restraint in Rome. Foods were good, servers were friendly. Only complaint is that they didn't really check me that i need anything else and cleaned my table while I was thinking to order more foods. But overall, it was good. Updated: I revisited this restaurant again about a week later after my first visit. I ordered a mussel soup and tomato sauce pasta this time and those were pretty bad. Mussels were really bad and I couldn't finish both foods because those were really bad quality. read more

Came here with 7 people and all dishes were unsatisfactory. Food is also overpriced for the quality. Don't recommend

We (7 of us) had dinner here on our first night in Rome. I'm going with a 3 star as most of our meals were 4 star but service was a 1 star. The venue has tightly packed in tables so when we were sat, another table uprooted themselves as our chairs were bumping theres. We offered to adjust but there were not many choices for a table of 7 vs their table of 2. The service was spotty, bartender and waiter taking smoke breaks or chatting about their evening plans while we were waiting. I noticed a specials board on another table, which we grabbed to order from. Pasta was cooked perfectly and sauces flavored nicely. My niece did order a cheese calzone which ended up with ham & mushrooms. When we explained to waitress she insisted that was what was ordered and dismissed the error. My niece did like my pasta so we didn't let it spoil the night. read more

I don't think the chef even cares about the pizza.. Doesn't seem like authentic Italian. The low reviews are correct. Would not recommend this - only attracts tourists. read more

La Base - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

In all honesty I would've never gone to this restaurant if i had gotten to Rome at a reasonable hour but I got there after midnight... I was starving, it was raining and it was only 2 blocks away from my hotel near the Colosseum. The restaurant has a really kitschy decor and is chock full of American iconic pop art & items. It looks like it would be a chain restaurant, not sure if it is. Either way there was a decent amount of people inside and there was even another American that I spoke to outside that convinced me that this place was good. So i sat myself near an outlet so I could charge my phone and use their free wifi. I ordered the fresh mozzarella with Prosciutto and my favorite drink, an Aperol Spriz to start off with. They sell Aperol Spriz by the pitchers here!! I was only gonna have 2 so I didn't order the pitcher but I was tempted. I just have to say that it's sooo difficult to find mozzarella in the states that has any flavor..for this reason I never bother to order it anywhere unless I know they get it from a credible source. Anyways, the mozzarella here did not disappoint. It was delicious as was the prosciutto. As an entree I opted for a pizza . I really wanted a Capricciosa Pizza which is served all over Rome and most of Italy but this place didn't have it on the menu so I ordered another pizza with artichoke and other toppings. Honestly, I was not pleased with the quality of the crust. I found it bland and not worth the calories so I just ate the toppings and left the bread. The service was ok. The decor was fun and kept my eyes entertained. I would visit this place again for a late night bite and try something different on the menu rather than pizza. Free wifi is a plus! read more

La Base - Love the over-the-top Italian American decor...very kitschy! - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

The service was awful. Would not move us to a non Smokey area. Waiter left for the day after taking over drink order. The older male waiter was much better than the younger female. More professional. read more

Sells drinks to locals after 2am but not to everyone. Threatens to call the cops. They food was Also terrible. Do not recommend to anyone even on your death bed. read more

Worst place to eat in Rome. Rude and nasty servers. Food was cold and tasteless. Avoid this place like the plague.

Wow! I'm in love with Italy. Found this little hidden gem by just asking a driver at 12:50am and they brought me in front of this little local pizzeria. You feel so lost when no one understands you. I left my wallet at the counter when I was ordering take out, they followed me out and found me to give my wallet back with everything inside. France and London definitely wouldn't of done that. The food was amazing and just the needed food late at night! I would highly recommend this place! Try the red sauce spicy meat spaghetti and the pizza's were amazing. My wife and kids loved the take out I brought back at 2am in the morning. I could love living here! Check out the pictures from this place and the food. read more

La Base - Inside this beautiful local pizzeria - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

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I was recommended the pizza so I got one with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, and sausage. The pizza was a thin, crispy crust that was very good. The sausages were good and juicy. The cheese was good but not amazing. Overall a good pizza. Note: you are not allowed to bring your own drink inside, you must order a drink from them if you want something to drink. read more

La Base - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

Super fun place! Food was very good and the prices were reasonable. We grabbed several takeout items and sat at the bar while we waited fo them... the bartender was awesome! Very friendly. He even comped us a couple of drinks as it was taking a while for our order to come out. I'd definitely hit this place up again if we were staying here longer. I'm sure it's super packed on the weekends though. read more

Nice eclectic place with good food. The Argentinian steak was excellent, the fries were hot, the staff was friendly and the beer was cold. The service was a little slow, so don't be in a hurry. Enjoy the the Barry White Rembrandt picture...8-) read more

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Great and fun place for a late night dinner. It was probably one of the most alive places around the area. Great music & especially great decor....music memorabilia everywhere. Great drink menu...I loved the bellini. Beer was great too must given in a smaller than usual mug. Pizza was delizioso!! read more

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La Base is Delicious! I like to believe I have high standards in food and I was not disappointed. Maybe it's not the best Rome has to offer but it's not the least. I can't see what the complaints are about. If your American you're not use to Europe and how closely they sit together. I don't mind it much. Service is whatever but they are not rude. Place is open late which is good for those who are Jet Lagged. Check it out for yourself before bad reviews make you turn away. Ciao read more

La Base - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

This was our go to spot each late night during our four night stay in Rome. The food and drinks were excellent and the service was even better. You absolutely MUST sit at the bar and watch the bartender in action. He is a one man band and takes much pride in his craft. We will really miss him. The lasagna, pizza, and curry chicken with basmati rice was remarkable. Oh....and the drinks. 5 STARS FOR SURE! Mr. and Mrs. Banes (The Honeymooners) U.S.A. - GEORGIA read more

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food was decent, but the experience was not so much. the boss lady? owner idk, she was rude AF with a RBF. we felt out of place and unwelcome in a way. it was near our AirBnB. upside...they stay open super late for late travelers flying in read more

Wasn't everything I wanted my first meal in Rome to be, but after being starving after traveling for forever and not getting dinner until 10pm, it did the job. Got the spicy penne and was pleased. The vibe is pretty good, but definitely felt like I was in a weird Red Robin plopped in the middle of Rome. read more

La Base - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

We went in for late night food and it is a cool trendy spot to get a bite to eat. The quality of food is nothing to write home about, but it gets the job done when nothing else is open. We ordered a sandwich that took a really long time to come out and was just ok with flavor. We also got fries which were basic and then cheesecake which was too much crust and topping and not enough actual cheesecake. Service wasn't terrible but not fabulous. The interior is decorated great and it has a really good vibe to it. Don't plan to be impressed, but keep it open as an option for a late night bite. read more

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Order: Spaghetti with meat sauce. This is what tomato sauce should be. American doesn't have anything on this!!!! Gosh! So good!!! Service: outstanding! read more

Place isn't italian. Vodka sauce in a jar from your local corner store trumps theirs by a landslide. As a matter of fact, I do not believe they even serve vodka sauce, but rather pour a shot of the most repulsive vodka on the planet, onto raw penne. Now, let's talk about the service... there's nothing to talk about because there is no service. In the time I arrived to the time I departed, I could have flown home to New Jersey via a 2 layover trip, asked the local target which aisle "can I find the sauce?", over cooked it, went back for another jar, and cooked it correctly. Only then will I have realized that I forgot the penne. NO WORRIES THOUGH! I can always fly back to Italy, and the food at La Base will have yet to have been prepared. Ciao! read more

So we need to call this place what it is: an American tourist trap with disappointing food and tiny cocktails. We stopped in for an afternoon drink and snack. The food was bland and my negroni was all gin. If you're looking for the Italian version of Applebee's, then this is the place. Only reason it gets 2 stars: the service was wonderful. read more