Pietro al Pantheon is a small restaurant in a row of restaurants down a street from the Pantheon. Recommended by our hotel, we tracked it down and stopped in for dinner. It is a traditional Italian restaurant and they do offer pizzas as well as lots of other choices. My dinner of choice was their Spaghetti alla Carbonara, a dish I like at home. We are tourists. It did not go well. While everyone else enjoyed their dinner except one who got a different dish than what she ordered, my food wasn't very good. There was a noticeable delay from everyone else getting their food and mine, I think they missed cooking mine and were scrambling to make mine quickly. That resulted in my pasta noodles being undercooked so much I didn't eat much. The dish also lacked flavor. The restaurant was very apologetic and offered to comp my meal. I liked the place, the inside had a darkish been here forever feel where every space had something to look at. It was just not a good food stop for me as we begin our vacation. read more

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Came to this place because it was recommended on social networks. This place was in a street with other restaurants. The other restaurants had people outside marketing their food and asking people to go in. However, Pietro al Pantheon didn't. Quite piqued my curiosity why didn't. Anyways, if the food is amazing then there wasn't any need do do so. The food will speak by itself. We ordered seafood pasta, tomato pasta, and trippa. They were all delicious, on point, and freshly made. The pasta were al dente, delicious, and juicy! I'd definitely recommend dining in this restaurant, it won't disappoint! : ) read more

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Really like the restaurant! Food is fantastic, service is great. Got free ham dish, free lemon-cello, and free champagne while waiting! First time eating Burrata Cheese. Yum! read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Great food, fantastic service - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

Fast service with amazing food. The Cacao e Pepe was so creamy with just the right amount of pepper without being overwhelming. We also got the most delicious oxtail that was loose and tender with a delicious tomato sauce. read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Oxtail - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

Do not go here. The ambience is amazing, very romantic and super cozy. Love the decoration, and the staff were nice. The food however, is absolutely disgusting. The chef must have completely lost all passion for cooking. I ordered the Scaloppine con Funghi Porcini (pork with porcini mushrooms) and my partner ordered Abbacchio alla Scottadito (grilled lamb chops). Both dishes were not just extremely overcooked, but also seemed to lack seasoning ENTIRELY. The chef either has no clue how to cook mushrooms, or used some that had been left on the counter for 3 months, because it was as if I was eating an old mushy banana every time I bit into a mushroom. The sauce on top of my pork chops was goopy, and the only flavor profile it had was mushroom. The menu says the pork is simmered in white wine, which I should take more literally next time because there was no browning on it at all. It was as if it had been boiled it white wine rather than glazed as it should have been. The lamb was like biting into leather and was full of rubbery sinew. Each of these dishes were garnished with a "salad" which was simply lettuce and tomato, or lettuce and some shredded carrot. No dressing. No olive oil. No balsamic. Nothing. My partner got a lemon slice at least, but I was not so fortunate. Genuinely will never go here ever again, does not deserve a second chance. read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Disgusting mushrooms - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

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The restaurant is very quaint inside. Only 4 tables outside. The pizza was amazing. I would definitely recommend to family and friends. It was walking distant to our hotel. read more

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One of the gems on my trip to Rome. This little restaurant had amazing food that came in big portions. We had calamari, sea bass, and a traditional Roman beef stomach stew. The dishes were all so good--both my partner and I couldn't help but keep commenting on how good it was. The food also came out relatively quickly and was plated in a neat way. The restaurant is run by a family--both the husband and the wife were all so kind during our time there. I highly recommend this restaurant and hope others visiting Rome can experience this hidden little gem! read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

We happened upon Pietro on Via De'Pastini. A very busy pedestrian street. We wanted outdoor dining with a great, fun atmosphere. We found it. We thought this was our best meal in Rome. I had Cacio E Pepe. My wife had spaghetti carbonara. Both were outstanding. The thick noodles added taste. We also split a fried artichoke. Very tasty. Fun evening. read more

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Great location great service great food at a fair price people watching was great outside

I finally had my family style Italian food! Got to try it! The artichoke was delish. Clams pasta had the perfect taste read more

Excellent! Lots of locals, a cozy space with eclectic decorations and food that ranged from very good to divine. The staff was all business, and may not be thrilled with clumsy American diners, but the delicious dishes are worth braving a few sighs. The gnocchi I had was fine, but the meatballs were incredible (they had a variety of flavors I couldn't place and just the right amount of caramelization). I also fell in love with chicory side in butter and garlic. My wife loved her artichoke pasta. The candlelight ambience was beautiful and functional, as the restaurant lost power twice during our meal and had to have circuits flipped. Just part of the charm of the place read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Meatballs and chicory. - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

Best meal we had in Italy! Our hotel receptionist told us it was the only place in this area he would eat at and i see why! The truffle pasta and gnocchi were both so delicious! read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

Squished between a few tourist traps this place is the real thing. The staff is warm and welcoming. The food is delicious, fresh and authentic. read more

What a fabulous family run restaurant. The food is traditionally Italian flare and very inexpensive. The owner greets you as does the rest of his family. The Veal orssobuco was off the chart. Cooked to perfection. The grilled mushrooms were tender as was the artichoke hearts. This is not a tourist trap. A must read more

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Not sure what was going on with the kitchen, but it seems like they were overwhelmed and had some miscommunication. The waitresses forgot our menus which was fine, we understood they were busy, but they also forgot to set the table completely, forgot to give us any bread (every other table got bread), and give our order to the kitchen. We waited for an hour after our order was taken and when we asked about it, we were told it takes "a long time for pasta to cook" (what?). Clearly, the kitchen never got our order. Then they served us uncooked pasta because they were in such a rush to get our order out! One of the waitresses was very kind to us and fixed the situation, but overall it was a frustrating experience. read more

We were doing some sightseeing around Rome last summer and decided to take a much needed break for an early dinner. This was a cute and cozy restaurant. I had the carbonara and it did not disappoint! I know they say don't eat anywhere around tourist attractions but I didn't feel like we were ripped off. The food was good! read more

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What went well? EVERYTHING! If one is looking for the real deal; i.e., an authentic Italian, family owned restaurant catering to locals who know great Italian cuisine, this is the place! Don't be mislead just because it is in a tourist area (the Pantheon). While tourists may accidentally stumble in here, Rome residents know that this place is definitely among the best the City has to offer! From the fresh mushroom appetizer to the espresso, everything, including the servers and the ambience was perfect. A visit to Rome without a visit to Pietro al Pantheon is a crime! read more

We enjoyed this family owned restaurant 2 nights in a row. The ambiance was quiet and comfortable, convenient to our lodging. The food was delicious. We had the artichokes and the squash flowers 2 nights in a row. The mushroom pasta with ricotta and the pasta with porcini mushrooms was awesome. The seafood risotto and the grilled squid were other worldly! The tiramisu was good and the ricotta cheese cake was SO delicious. read more

I was afraid Pietro al Pantheon would be too touristy, given its location and the number of English reviews, but was pleasantly surprised to find that the homey Italian charm was not threatened by waves of tourists. The friendly proprietor ushered us to a candlelit table in the middle of the dining room. It's a small restaurant with just one dining room, made even smaller by the souvenirs, newspaper clippings, and trinkets cluttering the dark wooden walls. Look carefully and you'll find everything from an old army helmet to stuffed animals to a two-foot-high Darth Vader replica. I ordered a fresh tomato zucchini blossom pasta and a glass of house red, both of which were the idyllic, quintessential Italian meal, and one of the best meals of my trip. read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Fresh zucchini blossom pasta - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

I do not understand how this place has good reviews on yelp. I almost never leave bad reviews but I would hate for someone to visit and think this is authentic Italian food. First, my boyfriend ordered a steak and knew right away it was not going to be good when they didn't ask him how he'd like it prepared. Second, I was shocked at how quickly our food came out. Normally you think it is a good thing for food to come out quickly, but we literally had our order taken and two mins later our food came out. Did they even prepare it in the back? Was it already sitting out and they just heated it up? Third, the food was BAD. We ordered 1) steak with salad and 2) ravioli. My ravioli was not cooked all the way; it was raw around the edges and it was cold. The steak was embarrassing. It was 30% fat and the meat was a shriveled mess. And the salad that came with the steak was the worst part. It tasted and looked like the bagged salads you get from the grocery store. We did not finish our food because it was so bad and I was really embarrassed (I feel like it's so rude to leave food on your plate in Italy) but I just couldn't get myself to eat it! If it was just my dish that was bad it would be one thing but both mine and my boyfriends were terrible! read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

Dinner was fantastic. We had to cacio Pepe. And the pork scalopini and the zucchini flowers. Service was great as well. Charming atmosphere.

Best food in Rome!!! I had rigatoni with cream sauce and mushrooms and sausage. I don't even like sausage but it was amazing!!! I also had the fried artichoke and it was just ok. Save room and have a second pasta. The table beside me had fried cod and lasagna. Their food made me want to walk around to eat again tonight since it's my last night. The food looked to good to take a picture but I got an amazing picture with this awesome guy. The wine was also good. Best place near the pantheon. read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

One of my favorite meals in Rome! The food was great, the ambiance charming, and the service fantastic! As soon as you sit down they bring you a free glass of white wine; a fabulous touch. I ordered the pasta with wild boar ragu and it was delicious, and our server was super attentive and friendly. I highly recommend dining here if you have the opportunity. read more

Loved all the food there, especially the calamari.. oh so tender and delicious. The cacio e pepe hit the spot. The mushrooms were in season and they did not disappoint. The burrata was melt in your mouth, the best I've ever had. The fish was fresh and seasoned perfectly. The service was stellar, we were treated like regulars even though it was our first time. It was like going to a friends house. If you want the local flavors eat here, it may be unassuming and in the center of the tourist traps, but you won't regret it. read more

We came upon this very charming restaurant while wandering the streets of Rome. With their twilights all around and their very charming Italian male staff, we were quickly taken in. After a delicious meal, we were billed for items we were told were complimentary, and explicitly told to leave a 50% tip. I was overcome by fear and guilt but refused to leave the tip of that magnitude after having already left a 20% tip. I left feeling sad, hurt, and guilty. No matter the quality of the food- I will never return. read more

Thanks to the recommendation of our Airbnb host we enjoyed a great meal at this quaint little restaurant. Be sure to make a reservation. We arrived at 7:30 and the only table in this approximately 24 seat restaurant available was for us. Even after many diners had finished their meals and departed. they turned away 15 or 20 people because, while many tables were empty, they were all reserved. The waitress was not the friendliest and seemed a little put out with the amount of time it took us to give her our order. Later, we realized she was the only waitress which probably caused her curtness. We had an artichoke dish, pasta with intestines, pasta carbonara and grilled calamari. Our least favorite was the artichokes. It didn't have much flavor but the rest of the dishes were great. We also enjoyed a carafe of the house red wine. read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Very quaint. - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

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For the area near the pantheon, this looked to be the least tourist-y option. Very homey feeling on the inside, dimly lit and the staff is relatively friendly but service is pretty slow. They brought out a glass of prosecco when I sat down which was an added bonus! I had the pasta with ragu here and it came out on a huge skillet, definitely was not normal portion sizes by my US standards haha read more

Full disclosure, we were in full tourist mode and just looking to have a good view with dinner when we stumbled on this place. So we were prepared for sub-par food but a great atmosphere. Not going to lie, food wise this place is mediocre, we had a pesto pasta of sorts, some bruschetta, and a pizza along with some wine. I know we chose "basic" foods but it also meant that our meal, although not fantastic, was at least what was expected. Now let me tell you about the LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!!! This place is right on the edge of the square in front of the Pantheon and if you get a table outside, you can have an AMAZING view of one of the greatest architectural buildings of all time. The view alone was worth the experience. It was our last night in Rome and we just wanted to keep it simple and close to the hotel. So don't expect much on food, but get ready for one heck of a view! read more

Pietro al Pantheon - A view of the Pantheon!!! - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

We tryed their pasta, both carbonara and matrinchana was great, the staff was nice, and the price fair.

Reasonable meal from nice people in the tourist area. This is the perfect example of a tourism-focused restaurant. It appears to be family-owned, the staff were reasonably friendly and the food was acceptable. Nothing remarkable. The bread was better than just about anything in America, but the rest of the meal including dessert was unremarkable (though perfectly edible). The space is nice but space is at a premium as you can imagine. You could certainly do worse. read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Nice wine jugs! - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

The best meal in Rome. We made reservations 4 months in advance of our vacation to Rome. I'm so glad we did. The food and wine were amazing. We only had to wait 15 mins for our table, but Stefano greeted us with some Prosecco while we waited. We ordered the house red wine which was excellent. The food was fresh and tasty and we ate far more than we needed. You will not be disappointed if you dine here. Make a reservation if you can. Amazing. read more

What a place! Very romantic setting and very cozy, we walked up from the pantheon to find this placeWe drank the house wine (1liter), and had 2 entrees of possibly the greatest meal of our lives here in Rome! The waitress provided the best service so far on this vacation. Only drawback was we had to leave. Very delish!! read more

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I have NO idea why the first reviewer gave this restaurant 2 stars. This is the BEST food we had in Rome, bar-none. The staff is friendly and helpful- we waited a bit outside, but they gave free wine and apologies for the wait. The pasta here is incredible. I'm vegetarian, and there were TONS of options. Additionally, my meat-eating mom and aunt ate like queens. We The ambiance is charming and intimate (be sure to ask about some of the photos on the wall that show family and restaurant history). It's a rustic, warm experience. The service is also amazing- Stefano (owner) is incredibly nice-- greeting as many as he can!- and the rest of the staff was friendly and helpful. My only regret is that we only had 4 days in Rome... I would have eaten here for weeks on end. I disagree completely with the other review (it may be hidden because it's in Italian) about the variety of food here: there was a HUGE, satisfying menu. It's not particularly expensive, and it's literally 1/2 block from the Pantheon. Seriously, I can't recommend this restaurant enough! Go there. Immediately. And if you have to stand outside for a bit to get in, do it. It's worth it. And tell Stefano I say hi. read more

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Horrible service. Waited 25 min for a table and the hostess was beyond rude. Visiting from another country and she only allowed the locals in ahead of us. read more

The staff here were very friendly but it was a bit slower than most places we have eaten at in the area. We had the sapolini rice balls and they were ok. I had the seafood pasta and the pasta itself was good with perfect al dente texture but a little plain and lacking in salt. I was disappointed that the shrimp had not been devained (it was served whole) so I had to remove the shrimp feces myself since it wasn't something I wanted to eat. There were also 3 unopened clams that I had to discard because you aren't supposed to eat them if they don't open while cooking. Those are details I think should be noted in the kitchen. My husband had the lasagna and he loved it. He said the tomato sauce was excellent. They also gave my toddler a free chocolate which was sweet. read more

Pietro al Pantheon - Seafood pasta - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

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This is a review of October 2017, I should have written it up earlier. Go here. The food is amazing and fresh, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. We had to wait for a seat and while waiting I think it was the owner came out and gave us glasses of prosecco. They had fresh mushrooms and artichokes and they recommend them so that is what we got. You can tell everything was just cooked as you ordered and they cared how it was. The house wine is really good also. No rush on service. This was tied with the best food we had in Rome. The second one is just down the street from this place. One of the reviews shows a view of the Pantheon but it is not this place, it is down a "street" from the Pantheon. read more

It was a little hard to find at first but really worth it. Really friendly server greets everyone with free glass of wine to open your appetite. Lots of pasta to choose from for those pasta lovers like myself. Warning their signature dessert the homemade tiramisu is to die for! Big portion, super creamy and delicious flavor. Would definitely find this gem on my future trips ;) read more

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Right on a Main Street of touristy restaurants, we tried this one. We were seated right next to another couple in a cramped setting. We ordered the house wine' a full carafe, just don't, the only place on our trip we didn't enjoy the wine. I had the carbonara, my husband started with the red sauce pasta. My carbonara was very clumpy, huge portion, but was also luke warm. I had the grilled calamari, that was good, my husband's original choice turned out to be not available, so he ordered a sausage dish, on a bed of beans, and a strange sauce. Maybe we just hit a bad night? The service was ok, but the owner kept talking to the couple next to us, he brought them special wine, roasted porcini mushrooms, really catering to them. It was odd having him talk over us, pretty much our whole dinner, distracting. Not sure why the reviews were so good. There are so many better spots in Rome. read more

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While the food was ok (not really anything that stands out from other local joints), my main gripe with this place is that I believe the owner has a bias towards Asians. Part of the charm of the place and what drew us in was the extremely friendly and chatty owner. While, who I assume to be, the owner went around to ALL of the other tables and chatted them all up, he never once stopped by our table. He made it a point to almost entirely ignore our table the entire night.  He happily brought out orders and checks for everyone else talking to them all, even to the point of the guests being annoyed, but again, ignored us. Even the table of Icelanders next to us (literally) who were unhappy with their food had his undivided attention (and eventually didn't have to pay) because their pizza was slightly undercooked. Our food took forever to get to us because the one waitress, who also seemed to be cooking, was swamped. I don't blame her at all though since the other server was supposed to be the owner. Even though most Italian places give a new set of silverware for different courses, the one time the owner cleared dishes, he gave my wife back her fork and knife. Near the end, when we needed the check, we asked the owner for a check and with a grimace/frown, he said si and went to go get the waitress inside the kitchen to get us the check (which she took a while since she was busy, again understandable)...though he had no problem walking out TWO other checks to others able after they requested theirs after ours.  When we asked him again, he went to go get the waitress again who emerged unhappily with dishes to serve other tables, eventually bringing our check. My frustrated wife walked up with the check to pay since the owner refused to cash us out by bringing the card machine. She asked to be checked out and he stood there busying himself with cleaning silverware instead ignoring her. Seeing my wife get visibly annoyed, he called for the waitress again (who came out 5 minutes later) while he walked over to another table to cash them out instead.  Waitress finally cashed us out and was as amicable as she could be, asking us how our meal was, etc etc. If you're Asian, I suggest you avoid this place. To the owner, if you're reading this, I don't know what your issue is or if you had a problem with another Asian, don't take it out on others. My wife and I consider ourselves American rather than Asian and our skin color shouldn't have meant we were any different from all of the other Americans who have white skin color that you had no problem chatting up and serving with the best service you seemed to be able to provide. read more

Romantic, charming and good food. The photo opportunities are endless, it reminded me a movie set. I've been staying in this area for years and somehow only now visited Pietro. The Caprese was one of the best I've tried and the Cacio e Pepe was perfectly executed, and I'm bit of the snob when it comes to this dish. Always a good sign when you see locals eating there, especially for a place so close to the Pantheon. The staff seemed a bit snobby but seemed to warm up a bit after a while. read more

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