Osteria St. Ana

As everyone said, food is great, setting is intimate, wait is worth it. Carbonara and side…read morecannellini beans were awesome.

We were told about this restaurant by a friend. It is tucked away a bit, and has only a few tables…read moreinside, but what a wonderful eatery! We ordered carbonara and it did not disappoint! The service was also great. Would recommend for an authentic Roman dining experience!

Unassuming entrance

One of the special offerings on 19Jun and a Chianti

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Tiramisu and Semifreddo al Pistacchio

Su e Giu Cucina Romana

4.6(238 reviews)

0.6 km•Prati

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

4.6(116 reviews)

1.2 km•Centro Storico

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!

Classic Lasagna

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Oxtail Stew

Taverna Varonne

4.8(17 reviews)

What a treat! They treat you like family. Found them on Friday and came back again. First time veal…read morescaloppine al limone and Sicilian sea bass; second time pasta à la gricia and tagliata Di manso. Fine wine and ended with amazing tirimasu! Will def

The food is homey and delicious. Adriana cooked our food to perfection. Michael is the owner/…read moremanager/ server is charming and attentive to every detail to make our dinner very enjoyable. Thank you Michael for a lovely meal!

Shrimp with dipping sauce on it so you don't have to dip

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Carbaonara I think

Osteria della Ricciotta

4.9(7 reviews)

0.5 km•Prati

From the greeting, we got coming in to the warm service we received to the fresh amazing food that…read morethey served us, they exceeded all expectations and provided my family and I a memorable evening.

Great service and delicious food. The ravioli is highly recommended. Traditional decor.read more

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Great atmosphere. Mostly locals.

Egg

4.8(68 reviews)

1.4 km•Prati

EXCELLENT PASTA!!!…read more Thanks to Yelp!.. I found Egg Pasta and this hole in the wall is definitely one of the better pastas I've had in Rome / italy.. and at a great value too! Think €8 for Carbonara Pasta and €15 for Truffles Pasta. So SO SO good! Their pasta is freshly made, and cooked to order. Seating is limited, for both indoor and outdoor, but you'll find something quickly as this spot is a grab and go - or eat and go spot. Service is friendly and super efficient. Very happy and highly recommended!!

Hands down the best pasta around Vatican City.the guy at the front desk and cooks very friendly…read morevery recommended

Waiting for the OK to enter and order! lol

Carbonara .. SO YUMMY!

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Amatriciana, yum!

Borghiciana Pastificio Artigianale

4.7(61 reviews)

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

Amazing pistachio tiramisu

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Da Romolo Alla Mole Adriana

4.7(101 reviews)

This was our first dinner in Rome and it was a nice start to our trip. They have indoor seating,…read morerooftop seating, and also outdoor space in front of the restaurant. The rooftop was quiet and had a garden field. I really loved the fried calamari and prawns - lightly fried and flavorful. The focaccia was a disappointment - basically a cracker the size of a pizza. Good environment and I recommend this spot if you are in the area.

Our Vatican tour guide recommended this spot to us so Lisa and I were on the hunt. Upon arrival we…read morewere graciously greeted and taken to our seats right away. Our kind waiter bright over water, bread and breadsticks. No olive oil, no butter just dry. For our lunch I decided on the cacio e Pepe and Lisa opted for the ragú. Both were delicious. For dessert we were told the owners mom made lemon cake so that was a no brainer. It was fabulous and paired well with espresso. Our waiter also brought us Amaro. It's a licorice like liqueur enjoyed as a digestif. Definitely an acquired taste that reminded me of Aguardiente. Overall the service and staff were exceptional and I would return if ever in a Vatican City again.

Fillet Steak grilled medium

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At the bar

Cantina e Cucina

4.5(799 reviews)

1.3 km•Centro Storico

The food was great and the staff was so kind. Definitely worth going in if you are in the area.read more

The food was great. Great service and ambiance for our first time ever to Rome, Italy.read more

Indoor dining

Tiramisu

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Roasted lamb

Sorpasso

4.4(197 reviews)

We just arrived in Rome and saw that this was highly recommended. We were so happy we came here…read morefor dinner. The staff is wonderful and speak decent English. We sat at bar before our table was ready and had a couple of excellent glasses of wine. The tables are charming with mismatched chairs and kind of crowded. At our table, we started with bread regular bread, tomato bread, and the Italian hams. The bread was great, but you HAVE to get the ham, outstanding. We also had the assortment of cheeses which were wonderful as well. This was probably enough food for most people, but I also had linguine in red sauce with tuna. This was delicious as well, the pasta was absolutely perfect and the tomato sauce was to die for. Definitely worth a visit.

Racist establishment!! Disgraceful!! Approached restaurant to inquire if there was a table for two…read moreavailable. Every employee ignored my husband and I as if we weren't standing there. If you support this place you support hate.

Cozy bar seating

Half portion of the pasta

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Inside seating area with decent air conditioning.

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Angie F.

7 years ago

Food was excellent and really nice outdoor seating! Service was very attentive. I have seen other comments on here about them adding the word "tip" to the bill. They did it with us but it didn't bother me at all as if the food and service is good you should give them a tip! Definitely worth trying! read more

Justin J.

4 years ago

Really good food!! Expect to sit for a while as they prepare. They offer 4 meals and it was so good!

Jim H.

11 years ago

My favorite place to eat in Rome.

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