A neighborhood classic, an eclectic journey into the various gastronomic traditions from all over…read morethe country. You'd be tempted to lump it with the other trattorias serving typical Roman fare, instead you're presented with a bold menu which selects ingredients and wine pairing from disparate regions. The daily specials are even more appetizing, being as diverse as fried anchovies or golden-crisp Taleggio cheese on a bed of artichokes. I don't usually praise (or eat) the bread, but the "cacio e pepe" type was simply outstanding. Yes, I asked for seconds, with extra emphasis on the cacio e pepe. Every dish is well crafted, from the simple sides to the more sophisticated entrees, like the turbot rolls stuffed with artichoke. Now, that's really a new one. I love the location, the ambiance, the experience, a bit less the pricing, which is somewhat steep. You can easily spend over €50 if you get carried away, but I think it's money well spent. The service is relaxed but attentive, they accept reservations and all major credit cards. Not the only famous go-to place in Garbatella but likely the most refined.

Ridiculously good food in a city where food offerings are faltering and not trying as hard as they…read moreused to. You can order here without caution. Its all good!

We have been here twice & both times have been incredible. It's very much a mom & pop restaurant…read more Yes, it can be difficult to find, but soooo worth it. Very comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. Both times we asked what they recommended & both times, the food was amazing. I highly recommend it!

"Hi, I have a reservation at 9:00pm" I say warmly only to be met with a head shake, a step…read moreforward, and an ushering towards the exit. "Il mio Italiano e terrible. Inglese?" I try again. Suddenly her face brightens. "Si" she says, laughs and welcomes my group in. The effort is appreciated. So begins one of the most memorable meals in Roma. Note: This is the "Angry Cousin" trattoria featured on Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations Rome. Difficult to find (go by taxi). Very rustic and austere bordering on old BUT oh, such incredible pasta. Carbonara, Carbonara fiori di zucca, amatriciana How can dishes made of such few ingredients taste so incredible. Once you try them you will NEVER be able to eat the American counterparts. The carbonara with its concentrated egg flavor blends perfectly with the earthy pecorino cheese and oil of the guanciale creating a complex creamy flavor that goes on and on. Add the zucchini flowers for the green, herbaceous sweetness. The rustic amatriciana with the extracted tomato sauce, perfect. Other dishes worth mention; the braised tripe, braised oxtail, Tortino di carciofo (artichoke pie). Perfectly cooked and delicious. Almost all the reviews posted by Romans on yelp and that "other review site" say the price is very high. About €35 per person inclusive of the house wine. Note: the house wine matches the simple, flavorful food but is overly simple for most connoisseurs. Is it worth seeking out? Definitely. Just remember, you're a guest, not a customer. Don't be a snob. Pour your own water and wine. Don't complain, Don't waste food. Unlike America, regardless if you paid for the food, Italians view not finishing everything you are served as wasteful. Tip: do not eat the bread when it is brought to the table Use it only to mop up the pasta and meat sauces. Watch the face of the server brighten when they see you doing it the right way. Very little English. Booking required.

A laid back, classic trattoria in the unique Garbatella district of Rome. The feel of a…read moreneighborhood joint where locals go and people know each other. We got three of the classic Roman dishes - cacio e pepe, carbonara and amatriciana. All executed to perfection. Tastes like something grandma would make. Very reasonably priced at 10-12 euro each. We sat at an outside table and the streets were full of activity and life. Well outside the tourist track and one of my favorite evenings in Rome.

Overall, banging local spot. The menu is written in all Italian so come with someone who reads and…read moreunderstands it! Like all Italian restaurants, they offer the sparkling and still water here. Make sure to call ahead to reserve a table as if they're booked, they probably wont do walk ins. We got the pasta a pepe and the another pasta which was great. The pasta was al dente just the way i like it. For apps, we got the fried tripe and fried anchovies. Both are great if you like chewiness (tripe) and in general, fish! The squashed artichokes didnt feel smashed. They put some sort of garlic seasoning on it which my friends didnt like. I would pass on that. The panna cotta is great. It has a flan like consistency. It's a bit far from the local train stop, but great local spot!

We had a fabulous evening at the restaurant. A friendly entry was answered with a very friendly…read moreservice in return. The Pizza was great.. we had two Bianchi pizzas (one with Gorgonzola, basil and crudo and one with mushrooms and crudo) with an exactly right thickness and cross and tasty crust. We would highly recommend a visit here and will definitely return on our next trip to Rome.

Authentic family-run hole in the wall restaurant that is SO worth a visit. You wouldn't notice the…read moreentrance unless you were local or specifically told to check Da Emilio out. Very basic inside - simple chairs, a few paintings, a wall clock and picture of Emilio, with old school ring binder menus. All of this simply adds to the feeling that this is a 'real' Roman culinary experience and isn't catered to tourists. Very personable staff who will make recommendations on and I kid you not, the food comes out so lightening fast it'll leave you surprised. Mouth watering food. We were typically American and devoured our food without breathing. Best ragu and gnocchi we've tasted with a.m.a.z.i.n.g. buffalo mozzarella. Save the bread for dipping in sauce with your main to soften it up - it's delicious. Honestly the whole meal was perfect. I could go on about the different options on the menu but it's better to go there and taste for yourself. A meal for two came out at 24 Euros which was beyond reasonable. Would definitely definitely come here again!

We ended up here as it was close to a Gracchi gelato place. It was filled with locals and the food…read morewas very good and relatively inexpensive. The highlight is the menu that does not have pizza and has a number of traditional dishes not found many places. The artichoke, a whole baby laying on its side was fantastic as was the rest of the food. If you are looking for tripe or rabbit or something different and are looking for a bargain this is your place.

Moschino = classic. It's one of the signature restaurants in Garbatella, perched on top of a little…read morehill, facing the gorgeous Piazza Brin. Beautiful location, the cornerstone where development of Garbatella started, so it's only fair that Moschino would offer only the most authentic Roman cuisine. Their forte is "rigatoni alla Gricia", which is the "white amatriciana", another traditional dish. That doesn't mean you shouldn't try everything else, which I did. Other appetizers (supposedly to share...) include buffalo mozzarella, grilled eggplants, the amazing frittata and hand-cut ham. When I'm not ordering pasta, the meatballs are an excellent option, or the stuffed eggplant, but the usual fare is on the menu (saltimbocca alla romana, coda alla vaccinara etc.), provided you're offered one. Most likely they'll recite the options by heart, with the informal, down to earth camaraderie of the waiters. Some other comments talk about prices being too high or the place having lost is luster, but that's not my experience. If anything, at Moschino you can have a quick, inexpensive and flavorful meal, made even more appealing if you manage to get a seat outside. Gricia in Piazza Brin, what more can you ask?

I dont know what the hype is, we were not served right away and they served the two who came later…read morethan us first maybe because they were old customers? Still we felt ignored.... The bread they gave tasted stale. Your review NYT is not on point this time. Sad to say. We read your review that's why we went to this place. Carbonara was very salty. The only reason I'm giving them 2 stars is because the other Chef who really takes care of the customers seems worried about the service given to us.

I read about their gnocchi as one of the must try pastas in Rome. They happened to be just a few…read moreblocks from where we were staying, so we came here for dinner. Unlike in the US where you can get dinner at 5pm, a lot of places in Rome don't open until 7:30 or 8pm (it was 8pm for L'Arcangelo). It was full shortly after opening, so make sure you get a reservation. They do have a fixed menu option for €60 a person, but we opted for a la carte so that we could choose exactly what we wanted. Pastas are on the more expensive side compared to some other local places - around €15 each. Secondis are in the €23-25 range. When you sit down, you notice all the tables have toy cars on them - turns out it's because the chef wants people to think of their childhoods when they eat his food, which I thought was cute. The wine list has a good number of Italian bottles. Since we were in Rome (Lazio), we opted for a bottle of Cesanese. Amuse: - Bread: served warm, reasonably salted - better than most of the dry/unsalted bread we've had in Italy - Pumpkin soup with coffee, anchovy oil, bread: it was a nice surprise to have an amuse Food: - Lesso e Concia: Roman Jewish chicken meatballs. These were super tender, flavorful, with Parmesan crisps and fried vegetables, over an herb green sauce. These were surprisingly great. I would get these again - Tagliatelle: with a garofalato sauce (beef, garlic, onion, lard). Great flavor on the sauce. - Gnocchi: amatriciana - red sauce, pancetta. The texture was more pillowy, and the pork had a weird gaminess to it. I got it because it was a dish many reviews and articles talked about, but I think it's just not my style - Vegetables: cabbage, peas, and chicory. A little oily but good in flavor, and I needed some greens - Baccala: with crushed peppers and tomato sauce. The cod was a bit fishy, and it's a shame the tomato sauce wasn't warm, but overall it was a pretty solid dish with a bonus of some kale I ended up pretty full. We started off great with the chicken meatballs, but then I think most other dishes aside from the tagliatelle just weren't my style - they weren't bad but just not to my tastes ? I like that it's located farther from the old town tourist areas and has more of a neighborhood feel. Come with a reservation or come at 10pm when tables open up on a weekday. Note: there's also a 15% gratuity included in your bill. Credit cards accepted. The owner wasn't particularly friendly - when we walked in saying we had a reservation, we got some annoyed sounding Italian discussion between her and the waitress. However, as for our waitress, service was great - she was way more friendly than most other servers we've encountered in Italy, and her English was really good. The other person helping out with the dishes and silverware was very nice, too.