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    Naumachia

    4.0 (88 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Closed 12:30 pm - 2:30 PM, 7:30 PM - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    It's not a masterpiece but it was pretty good.
    Norm W.

    Trying to find a place to eat near the Colosseum in Rome can be a challenge due to the sheer number of people that are in the area. There were queues everywhere as the 3 o'clock hour drew near, which is the time many eateries close for riposo. We happened upon this place at about 2:45, and as it turned out it didn't close. We sat outside in their shelter on a windy day and enjoyed a pretty good meal. The salad's lettuce had obviously been sitting a while as the head lettuce had that sad pinkish colour that says, I'm not fresh. The carrot, tomato and rocket was fresh though so we picked that out. The lovely K's lasagna was pretty good, and my pizza was quite good although there was only prosciutto, rocket and tomato on it, no sauce of any kind which made it a bit dry. The service was pretty good, and the prices weren't terrible which is saying something given its location. You won't be eating gourmet for sure, but it does fill the hole, which is saying something.

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    Don't let the line across the street turn you away. This gem was a guide recommended. There is a down stairs with air conditioning. The food was fantastic and good portions. Good prices. You might want to make reservations if your group is large, as some of the guided tours make reservations for thier groups for after the Colosseum tour. Highly recommended.

    Laura O.

    Good pizza, but slow service. Il Diavolo was one of the better pizzas we have had here in Rome and the Aperol Spritz were good. I just didn't feel that the service was all that great. They had sat another couple at the table next to us after we had already been there for 5 minutes and the the server had asked them / served them first while we just sat at the table for about another 5-10 minutes before they came around to ask us what we wanted. It was weird. It also took awhile to get a hold of the server so we could pay the check. Apart from the service the food was decent. I would give it another try.

    Jennyjoon S.

    Yes yes and yes! Eat here if you have a chance. Super close to Colosseum. Try whatever Parma ham they are serving. lamb chops were my favorite. Pizza and pastas good too! Indoor and outdoor seating available and the service was great.

    Sapna K.

    Highly recommend. Staff were friendly, service was efficient & food fresh & tasty. Not a tourist trap since not on main drag. Lively atmosphere!

    Salted chicory and sausage pizza. Fantastic.

    The food here is fantastic. I heard about this spot from Rick Steves' book on Rome and happened to be staying very close to this restaurant. I was skeptical about almost any restaurant near me, assuming that it would be touristy and sub-par. Naumachia exceeded expectations. Cool little spot very close to the Colosseum. I went there several times, and the food was great every time. They are also quick with the takeaway operation as well. So if you are nearby and need some pizzas or something, that is the place to go. I had a stewed cod with olives, tomatoes, capers, onions, etc. and it was fantastic. Fried anchovies were a thing at that time, and they were incredible. Huge portion. Light batter, very fresh, and served simply with lemon wedges. Honestly, all you need. Also had coda alla vaccinara (braised oxtail), and that was phenomenal. I would recommend the beef carpaccio as well, if you are into that. The lasagna bolognese is also very good. The pizzas are really thin, with crispy crust and done correctly. The people who work there are friendly and quick and proper. I tried posting more photos, but the app isn't letting me post them right now. I will add more photos soon.

    Dave A.

    Our fav restaurant while we were in Rome! Great meal, excellent service and a perfect location from our air b&b!

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    Jennifer G.

    Super cute place and fresh food at an excellent price. Recommend the chicory salad and carbonara. The pizza was also on point. Service was fast so there wasn't a wait.

    Ravioli with marinara

    Great food and service. Very close to the colosseum, maybe less than 10 minute walk. We also shared a margarita pizza which was very filling and only 7€! Very affordable!

    Great pasta, pizza and service! Recommended by our tour guide and it did not disappoint.

    cacio e pepe
    Mike F.

    Located about 5 minute walk from the Colosseum, Naumachia was one of the better dining experiences that we had in this little area. We actually ate here twice during our time in Rome and, honestly, both were a-ok meals. (+) Plenty of seating and a very Italian atmosphere. Plus it was nice and cozy warm on chilly day. (+) Prices are very fair and affordble. Each meal ran about 20 euros for two people nd usually consisted of a few food items in addition to a couple of drinks. (+) The spaghetti seemed to be their strong suit. I very much enjoyed their cacio e pepe and their carbonara. (+) service was fairly quick and mostly friendly, although the wait staff could be a bit sarcastic at times. (-) Other menu items were a complete disappointment, Their met lasagna was mediocre at best, the margherita pizza was paper thin and way too oily. Plus their garlic bread was outright pitiful. Basically it was a hit or miss with their menu. (-) claustrophobic seating arrangements for people who didn't come in as part of a group, it seemed. Very tight and waitstaff was always hustling and bustling very closely around you. Overall, this place was alright. The prices were good and certain items were very enjoyable. Unfortunately they were terribly inconsistent. I'd go there again in a pinch, but I'd also keep expectations tempered. 3 stars. It's A-Ok.

    Kristen C.

    Pros: Decent prices, typically available seating, large menu Cons: Food isn't the best and lacks flavor. Service so so. In a city full of great food find something else to excite your tastebuds!

    Carbonara

    The food here is outstanding. Classic Roman dishes, great service. You won't be sad you came.

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    Our last night in Rome and we found the best restaurant of the vacation right around the corner from our hotel.

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    Osteria Da Fortunata - Pasta

    Osteria Da Fortunata

    4.0(1.2k reviews)
    2.2 kmCentro Storico
    €€

    One of the most popular Italian restaurants in Rome with multiple locations throughout the city all…read morewith lines. When we arrived on a late afternoon, we waited about 10 minutes before getting seated. To start off, we got the Limoncello Spritz (€10) and Aperol Spritz (€10), which were refreshing. For our pasta, we ordered the Fettuccine with Oxtail (€18) and Carbonara (€17). We also wanted to order two more Secondi dishes, but the waiter warned us that the pasta is filling. After we finished the pasta, we did still order the Rabbit (€19) because it wasn't something we usually see on the menu. For the carbonara, the flavor was delicious but not really my favorite pasta shape. It was also quite al dente with a chewy texture. I have to say that the oxtail was spectacular though with its juicy and tender meat sauce. While the rabbit was nice to try once, it was a bit dry with minimal meat. Overall, good spot but nothing worth waiting too long for. Also, I'd stick to the pasta here as it's all handmade. You even see them handrolling them inside. Note that they also charge €2 per person for service fee already.

    10/10 across the board. Osteria da Fortunata is everything people say it is and more. I ordered the…read morecacio e pepe and OMG... hands down the best pasta I've ever had in my life. The pasta was perfectly cooked, coated in the creamiest, silkiest sauce, and the Parmesan cheese was absolutely heavenly. Simple ingredients, flawless execution. I also had the berry cheesecake, and it was just as amazing. Light, creamy, not too sweet, and the berry topping tied everything together perfectly. Pure heaven from start to finish. From the food to the experience, this place is a must when you're in Rome. I'd come back again and again without hesitation.

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    Le Tavernelle - Lobster pasta

    Le Tavernelle

    4.5(167 reviews)
    1.0 kmMonti
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    Our first meal in Rome was here, and I'm so glad it was here. We arrived on Christmas Eve and…read morewanted a good meal. Our hotel manager had suggested another restaurant, but I was apprehensive to try, but did later, more on that restaurant review in it's own post. I rather did what I should have done throughout the trip to, which is to search google for local reviews. This tactic I found to be much better than to trust American reviews for restaurants to visit from Youtube or even here, just because the American touristy taste tends to favor bland or Olive Garden style pseudo Italian. The real Italian taste is much different and something one needs to develop. I was familiar with European Italian food, as I had said before in other reviews that Mexico has better Italian food outside of Italy. Additionally, the good restaurants here in Italy do not open before 7 PM. If it does or if someone that looks foreign to Italy is outside trying to lure you in, it's a tourist restaurant with iffy flavor. At this restaurant my husband had the Lobster pasta and I had the spinach/ricotta ravioli, and we both were beyond satisfied. We also had the artichoke as an appetizer, and trusted the waiter with his suggestion for a bottle of wine. He must have been some genius because the wine went well with our meal. The ambience was cozy and very family oriented, however, the rain outside made it romantic for us. Another key point for this restaurant and it traditional flare was that they brought out the olive oil and red vinegar for our salad and of course olive oil for our wonderful home-made bread. I'm so glad we chose this place for those of us Americans who understand culinary cuisine.

    Great first meal in Rome!…read more I loved my artichoke pasta dish with bacon, it was a daily special. The amaretto dessert was delicious! Carbonara was super al dente. Seafood risotto was fresh. Grilled radicchio was like stir fried. Dinner for 3 for 77 euros, impressively busy for a Tuesday night. Friendly staff, easy for English speakers. :)

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    Naumachia - italian - Updated May 2026

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