A lovely neighborhood restaurant serving traditional Italian food, we absolutely loved the dishes…read morewe tried. The servers were charming, helpful and obviously loved their work. Ambiance was cozy, historic, lovely.

Everything we ordered was delicious! Our server was so friendly and very knowledgeable of the menu…read moreit made deciding items very easy. It was our last night in Rome and we were very satisfied with our meal. *I would like to point out some menu items shown on yelp are seasonal, like the steaks, so keep that in mind if that's something you wanted to try there.

everything is perfect, from the moment we walked in it is great pleasure. we felt VIP…read more thank you all

This was our first meal in Rome due to location of our hotel. Not a bad meal but nothing that…read moreoverwhelmed us. I got fettuccini with meat sauce and wife had fettuccini with marinara. Both good but it didn't wow us. My advice, come here if it's convenient but don't go out of your way.

Of all the restaurants we visited during our trip to Rome, this was our favorite stop for pasta. We…read morekept getting recommended to Osteria Da Fortunata during our trip as one of the best places to eat in the tourist area of Rome. Definitely held up to all the recommendations. Heard that the best place to try carbonara was in Rome, and it was incredibly delicious here - creamy, fresh, and so flavorful. Far surpassed any carbonara I have ever had before. Also tried their cacio e pepe, which was also the best we ever had. (And they were also the best of anywhere else on our trip to Italy!). They don't take reservations here - you just stand in line and wait for your table to be available. We only waited about 20 minutes, and we took a table outside. Overall, highly recommend stopping by for some delicious pasta when in Rome.

One of our first stops every time we're in Italy!…read more Osteria da Fortunata is always one of the first stops we make when we're in Italy, and it never disappoints. Everything is fresh, delicious, and full of flavor, and the service is always amazing. The oxtail is absolutely incredible, it's the kind of dish that makes your eyes roll to the back of your head. So, so yummy! And the carbonara!!! Oh my. Easily one of the best I've ever had. When I told our server how much I loved it, she reminded me, "It's the best in the world!" After tasting it, I can't argue with her! If you're in Italy and looking for an unforgettable Roman meal, go here! You won't regret it.

Paolo and Massimo are the real deal…read more If you're lucky enough to get a table at Hosteria Antica, you're in for much more than an incredible meal. You'll enjoy their family-style hospitality, hear stories that bring the region to life, and experience the warmth that makes Italy so special. The food is outstanding, but don't stop there--take in the culture, the history, and the flavors that have been passed down through generations. Every dish feels authentic, every recommendation is made with pride, and every moment feels like you're part of the family. A truly memorable experience and one of the highlights of our time in Italy.

Paulo is awesome, that's the first order of business. This man made my boyfriend and I feel like…read morefamily. The romantic atmosphere was divine. We sat outdoors and enjoyed appetizers and a bottle of Chardonnay recommended by our fabulous server. I usually don't love that white variety, however, things always taste better in Italy! For dinner we tried the house specials. They were unique but tasty. Authentic and true to tradition. The chicken and the lasagna. I will come here every time I find myself in Rome now.

Saturday night, 8 p.m., our first night in Rome -- our first time in Italy. We noticed the…read morerestaurant listed on the board in our hotel lobby. When we rolled up, we thought it was closed: the dining room was empty, and the door seemed locked. As we stood there debating what to do, the door was opened by a stranger who expressed amused surprise at our apparent inability to open a door and walk in. Meet Sabatino, our new best friend. We sat down at a two-top in the cozy, charming restaurant, and I wondered if it would be awkward being the only customers. I never found out. Within 15 minutes, two parties of eight showed up, and very soon every other table was full as well. Sabatino expertly handled the entire room with effortless grace. He has a gift for making every table feel special and welcome, taking his time with everyone in at least three fluent languages. We saw his generosity, kindness, passion for the food, and sly humor in every interaction and felt lucky to be there. And the food. Oh, the food. Sabatino pretty much told us what we would eat, and we were happy to obey. That first night we started with, what else, the cheese, jam, and cured meats platter. Delicious! Then came my husband's sheep specialty, a house favorite, and for me, delicate, puffy pillows of ravioli with a cream sauce and lots of pepper. Heaven. The second night, we had the pleasure of meeting the queen of the kitchen, Giulia. Compared to Sabatino, anyone would seem shy, but within minutes we were sharing photos of our pets and laughing about what fools we are for them. We also happened to be seated next to a fun couple from New Zealand we'd run into earlier that day outside the Vatican, so the serendipity continued. We happily dove into the charcuterie platter again, followed by lasagna, penne, and panna cotta with sour cherries -- silky, decadent, and the perfect ending to our last meal in Rome. Thank you, Sabatino and Giulia. We can't wait to return, and when we do, Osti Matti will be both our first meal and our last! xo

Great experience, coming back for more.Ate there 3x in a week. Wonderful time…read more Enjoyed the mix of choices on the menu.

The food is amazing. My brood of seven had several dishes (various pastas and salads), and even a…read morelasagna. No one was disappointed at all. Service was quick, friendly, and exactly what you'd expect from a little neighborhood spot in Roma where the locals eat. I'm also fairly certain the the child locked to his phone, munching on a plate of pasta was the chef's son (which earn a extra points for the family friendly vibe). Worth the walk.

Very delayed review from our trip in 2024 (pre-Yelp Elite days)...this was one of our favorite…read moremeals in Rome and conveniently walking distance from our Airbnb! We were tired from walking all day at the Colosseum and Roman Forum, so just wanted to take it easy with pizza, pasta, and wine for an early dinner. We got a bottle of sangiovese, the quatro formaggio pizza, and the rigatoni alla amatriciana. We especially loved the honey on the pizza, which paired perfectly with the wine. Service was friendly and the ambiance was relaxing at the outdoor tables. We were surrounded by fellow tourists, likely due to the early hour, but we didn't mind!

Incredible experience and highly recommended, especially if you are gluten free…read more This place is awesome in that it provides inclusive employment opportunities for their staff. The food is incredible and the staff have an excellent knowledge of gluten free food. It's especially for you if you like an adventure and are staying in the center of Rome. We took a subway and followed the iPhone map down alleys and backstreets to find this place. It was like going to someone's home and it was really worth the trip. The panacotta was incredible - they bought out 3 different tasting flavors - classic, mint with chocolate and passion fruit. I would have visited for this alone. If you are doing paleo or keto diets in Rome this place could work for you too with main dishes such as the sliced beef and vegetables and a starter such as fennel and olives. Highly recommended experience and worth the adventure out of the city center.

This was the first place we ate while in Rome, and it has remained one of the best places ate!…read moreTheir pastas are delicious, and the sauces are rich and obviously homemade. Definitely would recommend it if you're in that wing of Rome!

We came to eat breakfast with a view and neither disappointed. The food was good, I had Nonna's…read morebundt cake and my husband had a poached egg dish. Our waitress was lovely and when I asked for assistance with the language was gracious and helpful. Would come here and eat again.

We had a wonderful experience here. Andrea, the manager, took the time to give 4 wine…read morerecommendations, all were very very good. The menu was perfect. We enjoyed every bite. The views were unbelievable and a nice reprieve from our stay in Rome. We highly recommend you head out and find this hidden

This place was amazing I got carbonara and some of my friends got pizza and gnocchi. Even though we…read morehad a group of about 15 they were incredibly accommodating. Service was very good as well. Only thing is no English menus you'll have to get some help from your waiter/waitress.

Not really knowing what was in the area we walked here from our hotel and were pleasantly…read moresurprised. The menu is in Italian so we just got the Margherita pizza (one of the few words we understood). For 4.5 euros I don't see how you can beat it. If we order it again we'll probably get it delivered and ask them to cut it. I've noticed none of the pizza's come sliced like we're used to in America. But for a cheap pizza definitely get this place!

A very pregnant me was starving after a long day of exploring Roma when an amazing aroma enticed me…read moreto peep inside this little spot. They were about to close, but the nice young man making the pizzas welcomed us anyway and proceeded to make the best pizza we had during the entire trip. Besides it being baked in a wood oven (drool), they have toppings galore which they pile in separate bunches and then you kind of mix them yourself. They also don't cut the pizza, you eat it with a fork and knife. So different than the pizza we've had in the U.S. We sat down and enjoyed our pizza without anyone rushing us, on the contrary, we engaged in conversation with the staff. We shared some laughs and went back to our hotel very pleased with the experience!