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tl;dr the adventurous but poorly executed pizza al taglio simply doesn't live up to its legendary hype Even a fairweather pizza fan could tell you that one of the most famous pizzerias in the world is just blocks from Vatican City. This tiny, takeout-only shop would barely catch the eye if not for the massive crowd stretching out the door. The proprietor is Gabriele Bonci, dubbed the "Michelangelo of Pizza" by Vogue. He rose to celebrity status in Italy on the basis of his ambitious pizza al taglio ("by the cut"), made with premium, oftentimes surprising ingredients. In fact, Bonci claims to have developed over 1,500 different topping combinations. Although he has mostly retreated from public view, Bonci has recently been featured in Chef's Table on Netflix. The flagship store is tucked underneath an apartment complex. Sliding glass doors are sandwiched between faux brick walls littered with skateboard stickers. Just outside the door, a cardinal-red Take-A-Number distributes numbered tickets. Patrons are packed shoulder-to-shoulder within the warmly lit shop. The subway-tiled walls are minimally decorated with wine bottles, Bonci-branded pizza boxes, and a chalkboard with daily suppli specials. The main event is the pizza display, decked with a rainbow of varieties, each more vibrant than the last. My family arrived close to lunchtime on a weekday, and the crowd, while present, had not reached peak. I took my number and craned my neck to see the display case while waiting. While the pies were all unlabeled, a staff member patiently explained each to us once it was our turn. We decided on a wide variety of fritti and slices to split. The former, unfortunately, weren't particularly appetizing. The Mozzarella e Nduja Fritti was gummy and undercooked in the center, while the Carbonara Fritti was unpleasantly eggy. Across the pizza, the crust ranged wildly from extra-thin to focaccia-thick, with textures spanning crispy to fluffy to gummy. Of the varieties, I loved the Mushrooms & Truffle and the Mortadella; however, the remaining slices were either good-not-great or actively off-putting. The Zucchini Ricotta was surprisingly citrusy; the Prosciutto & Potato ran on fatty; the Rosa was eyebrow-raisingly spicy; the Eggplant was loaded with a heavy, baba ghanoush-like puree; and the spaghetti-stuffed pizza was gluttonously hearty but otherwise bland. At nearly $60, and with a crowd trailing out the door, I was expecting Bonci to be life-changing. However, it was just alright. The slices were inconsistent and only lukewarm. Unfortunately, Bonci Pizzarium feels like little more than a tourist trap at best; you can easily find better (and cheaper!) al taglio elsewhere in Rome.
After visiting some tourist attractions we walked out to Bonci to try some local authentic pizza. The line was out of the door, but it moved at a decent rate, i'd say about 15-20 minutes. Once you order your pizza inside it's baked in the oven for a few minutes to heat it up so there wasn't much waiting after ordering. We tried three different pizzas and enjoyed each of them. We also tried the orange and blue sodas they had in the fridges. There's not much room to sit down but they had some bar tables to eat and stand. We ended up walking nearby to a bench area to enjoy our food.
I was looking forward to eat at this place. I traveled about an hour. Out of my way. Just to stand in line for an hour to get some slices that made us all feel sick and nasty afterwards! The ambience is not so great. And you are in a less than ideal neighborhood to eat your pizza. Either on the curb, or against the building somewhere. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and they were really stoked on their pizza. I really appreciated their strong sense of pride in their craft. Overall, they use top notch ingredients, and the quality of ingredients in the pizza is excellent. According to their menu. I basically spent $100 for six slices of pizza! No joke! Be prepared to pay a lot as you pay by weight, and you have no idea the weight of the pizza, and what is laying underneath the cheese. The margarita pizza, and the meat sandwich was the best pizza of the ones that we ate. The zucchini was also nice, but the cheese was less than flavorful. It would be awesome If there was a bathroom in this location.
Had some great pizza here in Rome. I got the potato & egg, porchetta & burrata anchovy pizza. They were very good and very flavorful. There was so much variety and choices for pizza types and ingredients to choose from! They ask for how much in weight do you want in pizza, so keep in mind what and how much you want. They will then reoven the pizza and it will take some time to get your pizza, especially when the lines are long which is often. The staff is very patient and helpful in guiding you in which pizzas are available and they also have suppli balls which I had more stomach to try. There isn't much seating so I walked to the park next to it to eat and relax.
On our last night in Rome for our last meal in Italy, my mom and I came to Bonci for some slices of pizza. Because it was a Sunday night and most people typically lineup for a slice at lunchtime, we walked straight in to the counter and were the only ones there. They had a wide variety to choose from, and we ended up asking for some recommendations from the staff. They cut us a slice of the meatball pizza and a white slice that had prosciutto and pecorino. The crust was crisp and crunchy which I appreciated because it held up to the density of the toppings. We both felt the prosciutto pizza was slightly better than the meatball, but both had great flavor. Although a bit pricey, this place is definitely delicious and worth a visit if you find yourself in Rome.
A bit out of the way and hard to get to without a Rome day pass, but definitely worth it if you're trying to get a bite to eat after visiting the Vatican! This was the best takeout pizza we had in all of Rome! They have so many selections and you order by taking a ticket and waiting your turn. You'll see both tourist and locals grabbing a bite here. Make sure to arrive before the 12 clock lunch rush or you'll be waiting over an hour in line. We came at 1130 and only had to wait 15 min. They change their rotations of pizza as they run out so you might even want to order twice! In order to make sure you get all the slices you want. A piccolo slice comes out to 8 euros and I recommend 1.5 per person.
Bonci was by far the best pizza I had in Italy, and probably the best I've ever had period. We walked about 30 minutes from the center of town and it was absolutely worth every minute. We ordered a few different cuts of pizza from both the recommendation of locals standing outside and what looked good through the glass. They cut and weigh your pizza right in front of you which I found really cool! I didn't get a great picture of the suppli alone which is telling of how amazing it was. I can't wait to go back one day just for this. 10/10
Highly regarded pizzeria that is take away only, other than some counter space to stand and eat your pizza. You must take a number and approach the counter once your number is called. There will be numerous pizza options in the case to choose from, as you cannot place a custom pizza order. All pizza is sold by the weight, not the slice. The actual breading of the pizza is great, but the topping combinations may or may not work, depending on what is available on a given day.
First off you ok I can't go to Rome without stopping by this gem . The walk up ordering is slightly stressful if you don't speak the language . We were fortunate to get help from a young lady who spoke great English . We did our best trying to speak Italian but she was amazing in her demeanor and patiences . This amazing small spot was clean and ambiance is perfect for an Italian eatery. The pizza was perfect and by far the best roman style pizza we have ever eaten . Great little area just next to the pizzeria. This is their take out place only.
Got here a little before noon and luckily escaped the crowd! There was basically no line and got to order almost immediately. I will say it was difficult to order since there weren't any signs, but I ended up getting the mushroom pizza while my friend got a pumpkin pizza. The mushroom one was overflowing with toppings and had the perfect ratio of mushrooms to bread. My friend found the pumpkin pizza to be incredibly unique and loved the addition of rosemary as a topping. Food was amazing, but I must admit that it was pretty overpriced. I feel like I could easily find the same quality pizza for half the price, and I'm a little confused how this place got so famous. There were also hardly any spaces to eat, both inside and outside, but the food makes up for all of that.
I DONT UNDERSTAND THE HYPE This place was featured in a few YouTube's as I was doing my research on good eats by the Vatican. Walked up & there was a line down the block. The place is SMALL. Literally just meant to order & go, no seating outside of a few standing tables. You pull a ticket then Wait to be called. Wait was about 45min, we came on a Saturday Afternoon. You order by slice. Annnnnd the food was COLD, even after sitting under heat lamps. Sauce lacked seasoning. My friends tried the cheese balls & were not fans
You have to go to Bonci if you're in Italy. Honestly, any slice would probably be good. My personal favorite was the original (just tomato and mozzarella) and the one with anchovies. I didn't wait very long since I can pretty early for dinner but I heard there is a line typically. Nowhere to sit so most people stand and eat.
Bonci has become quite viral in Rome and it's easy to see why. This is a unique grab and go, fresh pizza spot with loads of delicious and interesting options outside of the traditional cheese or margherita pizza. When you arrive, it's almost always busy. You grab a ticket and wait (and wait and wait) your turn to grab a slice or two. The wait, truthfully, is pretty torturous (dramatic), but you will be waiting about an hour on a busy day. We showed up hungry, so the wait was pretty painful. All the while, it was clear that the staff was putting the work in, cutting each slice or prosciutto individually with scissors and interacting well with guests when appropriate. I ordered what seemed to be a honey prosciutto and mushroom slice which I loved, although I would've preferred it heated up a bit more. Additionally, I got carbonara arancini, which was truly the standout of the meal. It was crispy and crunchy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. I also ordered a Pepsi, which brought the total to around $20-a bit expensive. It was good, but the wait is brutal, so be sure to plan around that if you come here. read more
If you are visiting the Vatican and need some lunch walk a couple of blocks to hit this gem! It's fast friendly and delicious! Not much seating, we stood outside and ate at a counter in from of the kitchen. Put this one on your list! read more
2 months ago
Gabriele Bonci's take on the classic Italian dish. His imaginative combinations are outstanding, but not for those who think that Pizza Hut is the epitome of this dish. Be prepared for a bit of a wait, and there is a crowd at the front of the counter, but they moved through the line quickly. A bit pricey for what you get, and if I lived in Italy, I probably would keep this as an occasional treat, but as a tourist, when else will you have tke opportunity? read more
tl;dr the adventurous but poorly executed pizza al taglio simply doesn't live up to its legendary hype Even a fairweather pizza fan could tell you that one of the most famous pizzerias in the world is just blocks from Vatican City. This tiny, takeout-only shop would barely catch the eye if not for the massive crowd stretching out the door. The proprietor is Gabriele Bonci, dubbed the "Michelangelo of Pizza" by Vogue. He rose to celebrity status in Italy on the basis of his ambitious pizza al taglio ("by the cut"), made with premium, oftentimes surprising ingredients. In fact, Bonci claims to have developed over 1,500 different topping combinations. Although he has mostly retreated from public view, Bonci has recently been featured in Chef's Table on Netflix. The flagship store is tucked underneath an apartment complex. Sliding glass doors are sandwiched between faux brick walls littered with skateboard stickers. Just outside the door, a cardinal-red Take-A-Number distributes numbered tickets. Patrons are packed shoulder-to-shoulder within the warmly lit shop. The subway-tiled walls are minimally decorated with wine bottles, Bonci-branded pizza boxes, and a chalkboard with daily suppli specials. The main event is the pizza display, decked with a rainbow of varieties, each more vibrant than the last. My family arrived close to lunchtime on a weekday, and the crowd, while present, had not reached peak. I took my number and craned my neck to see the display case while waiting. While the pies were all unlabeled, a staff member patiently explained each to us once it was our turn. We decided on a wide variety of fritti and slices to split. The former, unfortunately, weren't particularly appetizing. The Mozzarella e Nduja Fritti was gummy and undercooked in the center, while the Carbonara Fritti was unpleasantly eggy. Across the pizza, the crust ranged wildly from extra-thin to focaccia-thick, with textures spanning crispy to fluffy to gummy. Of the varieties, I loved the Mushrooms & Truffle and the Mortadella; however, the remaining slices were either good-not-great or actively off-putting. The Zucchini Ricotta was surprisingly citrusy; the Prosciutto & Potato ran on fatty; the Rosa was eyebrow-raisingly spicy; the Eggplant was loaded with a heavy, baba ghanoush-like puree; and the spaghetti-stuffed pizza was gluttonously hearty but otherwise bland. At nearly $60, and with a crowd trailing out the door, I was expecting Bonci to be life-changing. However, it was just alright. The slices were inconsistent and only lukewarm. Unfortunately, Bonci Pizzarium feels like little more than a tourist trap at best; you can easily find better (and cheaper!) al taglio elsewhere in Rome. read more
After visiting some tourist attractions we walked out to Bonci to try some local authentic pizza. The line was out of the door, but it moved at a decent rate, i'd say about 15-20 minutes. Once you order your pizza inside it's baked in the oven for a few minutes to heat it up so there wasn't much waiting after ordering. We tried three different pizzas and enjoyed each of them. We also tried the orange and blue sodas they had in the fridges. There's not much room to sit down but they had some bar tables to eat and stand. We ended up walking nearby to a bench area to enjoy our food. read more
1 year ago
I was looking forward to eat at this place. I traveled about an hour. Out of my way. Just to stand in line for an hour to get some slices that made us all feel sick and nasty afterwards! The ambience is not so great. And you are in a less than ideal neighborhood to eat your pizza. Either on the curb, or against the building somewhere. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and they were really stoked on their pizza. I really appreciated their strong sense of pride in their craft. Overall, they use top notch ingredients, and the quality of ingredients in the pizza is excellent. According to their menu. I basically spent $100 for six slices of pizza! No joke! Be prepared to pay a lot as you pay by weight, and you have no idea the weight of the pizza, and what is laying underneath the cheese. The margarita pizza, and the meat sandwich was the best pizza of the ones that we ate. The zucchini was also nice, but the cheese was less than flavorful. It would be awesome If there was a bathroom in this location. read more
Had some great pizza here in Rome. I got the potato & egg, porchetta & burrata anchovy pizza. They were very good and very flavorful. There was so much variety and choices for pizza types and ingredients to choose from! They ask for how much in weight do you want in pizza, so keep in mind what and how much you want. They will then reoven the pizza and it will take some time to get your pizza, especially when the lines are long which is often. The staff is very patient and helpful in guiding you in which pizzas are available and they also have suppli balls which I had more stomach to try. There isn't much seating so I walked to the park next to it to eat and relax. read more
2 years ago
On our last night in Rome for our last meal in Italy, my mom and I came to Bonci for some slices of pizza. Because it was a Sunday night and most people typically lineup for a slice at lunchtime, we walked straight in to the counter and were the only ones there. They had a wide variety to choose from, and we ended up asking for some recommendations from the staff. They cut us a slice of the meatball pizza and a white slice that had prosciutto and pecorino. The crust was crisp and crunchy which I appreciated because it held up to the density of the toppings. We both felt the prosciutto pizza was slightly better than the meatball, but both had great flavor. Although a bit pricey, this place is definitely delicious and worth a visit if you find yourself in Rome. read more
1 year ago
A bit out of the way and hard to get to without a Rome day pass, but definitely worth it if you're trying to get a bite to eat after visiting the Vatican! This was the best takeout pizza we had in all of Rome! They have so many selections and you order by taking a ticket and waiting your turn. You'll see both tourist and locals grabbing a bite here. Make sure to arrive before the 12 clock lunch rush or you'll be waiting over an hour in line. We came at 1130 and only had to wait 15 min. They change their rotations of pizza as they run out so you might even want to order twice! In order to make sure you get all the slices you want. A piccolo slice comes out to 8 euros and I recommend 1.5 per person. read more
Bonci was by far the best pizza I had in Italy, and probably the best I've ever had period. We walked about 30 minutes from the center of town and it was absolutely worth every minute. We ordered a few different cuts of pizza from both the recommendation of locals standing outside and what looked good through the glass. They cut and weigh your pizza right in front of you which I found really cool! I didn't get a great picture of the suppli alone which is telling of how amazing it was. I can't wait to go back one day just for this. 10/10 read more
Highly regarded pizzeria that is take away only, other than some counter space to stand and eat your pizza. You must take a number and approach the counter once your number is called. There will be numerous pizza options in the case to choose from, as you cannot place a custom pizza order. All pizza is sold by the weight, not the slice. The actual breading of the pizza is great, but the topping combinations may or may not work, depending on what is available on a given day. read more
1 year ago
First off you ok I can't go to Rome without stopping by this gem . The walk up ordering is slightly stressful if you don't speak the language . We were fortunate to get help from a young lady who spoke great English . We did our best trying to speak Italian but she was amazing in her demeanor and patiences . This amazing small spot was clean and ambiance is perfect for an Italian eatery. The pizza was perfect and by far the best roman style pizza we have ever eaten . Great little area just next to the pizzeria. This is their take out place only. read more
2 years ago
Got here a little before noon and luckily escaped the crowd! There was basically no line and got to order almost immediately. I will say it was difficult to order since there weren't any signs, but I ended up getting the mushroom pizza while my friend got a pumpkin pizza. The mushroom one was overflowing with toppings and had the perfect ratio of mushrooms to bread. My friend found the pumpkin pizza to be incredibly unique and loved the addition of rosemary as a topping. Food was amazing, but I must admit that it was pretty overpriced. I feel like I could easily find the same quality pizza for half the price, and I'm a little confused how this place got so famous. There were also hardly any spaces to eat, both inside and outside, but the food makes up for all of that. read more
I DONT UNDERSTAND THE HYPE This place was featured in a few YouTube's as I was doing my research on good eats by the Vatican. Walked up & there was a line down the block. The place is SMALL. Literally just meant to order & go, no seating outside of a few standing tables. You pull a ticket then Wait to be called. Wait was about 45min, we came on a Saturday Afternoon. You order by slice. Annnnnd the food was COLD, even after sitting under heat lamps. Sauce lacked seasoning. My friends tried the cheese balls & were not fans read more
You have to go to Bonci if you're in Italy. Honestly, any slice would probably be good. My personal favorite was the original (just tomato and mozzarella) and the one with anchovies. I didn't wait very long since I can pretty early for dinner but I heard there is a line typically. Nowhere to sit so most people stand and eat. read more
The food is incredible! The pizza and carbonara was to die for. You pull a ticket number, they call your number, you order from the window, pay, and wait for them to recall your number (they heat it up and box it up), then you happily take your pizza/food to go. The 2 pizza types we got were the sausage & onion and the mortadella. The sausage & onion was your classic flavor profile and still so delicious with the combination of flavors. The mortadella blew me away. It was a different take on pizza and between the cheese on top and the meat, it was to die for! Both pizza crusts were super crisp and inside was soft and fluffy. The service and ambiance were okay. Service was high speed, fast paced, and can be intimidating for those who are visiting for the first time and don't speak Italian. There is almost no sitting/table space - mostly standing room only. I have this 4 stars because of this - the food is a work of art and to be able to enjoy it more, it would have been nice to sit down and enjoy it hot. read more
1 year ago
Really delicious pizza!! Line was out the door but moved quickly. We went for lunch after visiting the Vatican and waited around 15 minutes. They are constantly changing the pizza flavors in the window, so we just ordered a few that looked good when it was our turn. All of them were great! Albeit, the pizza was on the pricier side (charge by weight). read more
2 years ago
Nice workers but the pizza was not my favorite for the wait. Properly priced but hard to know what to order, it's just what happens to be available at the time of ordering. Thick crust less cheese. I enjoyed it but wouldn't go back. Ambiance was small shop and overcrowded. read more
Pizzaria Bonci was recently featured on Netflix Chefs Table pizza. Came 40 minutes before they opened and a short line line had formed. Be sure to take a ticket, don't just stand in line or you'll be far behind the que once you realize that you need to take a number. After I was called I chose 4 different ones which are all sold by weight as well as the fried carbonara. The best thing about the pizza is the amazing crust. It's a pan pizza so it's a thick crust but it's still crispy all they way through that's the biggest appeal. My favorite was the one with the salami my other favorite was the one with potato and cheese. I didn't really care for the fried carbonara suppli. It was too rich and the sauce too thick. After your order and pay wait outside for them to call your number again while they reheat your slices. I suggest arriving at least 20 minutes before they open so you'll have a short wait in line. It's located about a minutes walk from the Cipro metro subway stop so it's rather easy to get there. It does get a bit pricy just for pizza but just get a few slices of what u like you won't be disappointed. read more
Overhyped and not worth the wait time! 10 years ago I came here a couple times when studying abroad in Rome - it was well known as a "good" al taglio pizza + arancini place and busy, I didn't remember the food being any too special. On a recent trip to Rome I was in the area and it came to mind as an option for a quick dinner. It took me a few minutes to realize the days of the chaotic Italian non-line and competing to order with locals are past. Now you take a number and wait, wait, wait. It probably took me 20 minutes to figure out how far they were from my number, in talking with some tourists who mentioned the place had recently been on Chef's Table. Oh. So at that point it's almost 9pm and I'm hungry, and I'm beyond over watching the instagram tourist scene. Ready for a potential forfeit I walked over to a gelato place and sat down with a cup, thinking afterwards, I'll check back and see the number situation. If my number has passed so be it. Well I came back around 9:15pm and they were on number 8 and I'm 15. So I decided to wait it out so it wasn't all for nothing. When it was finally my turn, I ordered two kinds of pizza, the smallest slice they could cut. The girl seemed to feel awful I'd just waited over an hour for such a meager portion (WOW were there a lot of people going wild). Little did she know I'd gone on a gelato outing in the meantime, lol. Anyway, I had eggplant/potato/cheese/paprika which I was totally skeptical of, but was delicious. Also had classic margherita I was excited had JUST come out of the oven 2 numbers before me, but it wasn't anything great/worth finishing when I was already full. I didn't like also how between the time you take your number and when you order, the offerings were entirely different. As a vegetarian I wasn't even sure there was going to be anything but in the end there were 4-5 options. I feel at €8 for my small order it was overpriced (I think the eggplant/potato drove up the weight). So anyway, it is tasty, but the wait totally defeats the al taglio Roman fast food experience. I know of some other al taglio places that are nearly as good and take the 5 minutes they should. Plus the next day I caught about 10 minutes of the Chef's Table episode and ya, Bonci is sure a personality - everything then made sense. read more
This was a must stop pizza place on our trip after seeing all of the Tiktoks and videos of their delicious looking pizzas! Prepare to come early or wait in a long queue as the place fills up fast. We came in the afternoon and had to wait over an hour, but it was well worth it. Their flavors are always rotating and I love that there is truly something for everyone. We got three different kinds of pizza and all of them were truly delicious. I love the square style type pizza and the bread was fluffy, crispy and amazing in texture and flavor. It was so good, we had to go back twice during our trip! Highly recommend and we hope to be back! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Great pizza, crispy and taste. They did not have any names or descriptions of the pizza which made it difficult to order. A little on the pricier side and no where to sit read more
3 years ago
As an Italian and a jersey girl, I can say if you are looking for an authentic Italian pizza this isn't the spot. If you are looking for some odd combinations, then okay this will be good for you! We had pizza with scrambled eggs, pizza with leeks and onions and a few others. Personally this wasn't what I was looking for. I went on a food tour so we didn't have to wait in line but the line was about 30 people long at 11:30 am on a Saturday. read more
3 years ago
I was hyped to visit the Pizzarium because of the stellar reviews. I was not disappointed, but I was underwhelmed. The crust is perfect on every slice. The suppli are a great addition. The toppings are very fresh but a lot are hit or miss. Some of the flavors won't translate well if you're not used to Roman pizza. One that did work well was the ricotta and salami. So while the new flavor combos are fun to explore, you may not fully appreciate the them if you're not from Italy. Visit and try as much as you can! read more
BONCI (5.6 out of 10) After watching Anthony Bour( one of my cooking idols R.I.P.)I wanted to come try it out. It seem to be one of the best Roman style pizza places in Rome after arriving to BONCI I was greeted with a huge line out the door which can either mean two things one this place is fucking delicious or two it's over hyped and overpriced. As I waited in line anxiously( remember to get a number) I was in shock that I was finally going to get to taste this amazing pizza I waited in line for like about an hour or a hour twenty. Once I arrived to the counter my eyes where in awe of all the delicious options I had in front of me. From plain tomato and oregano to mortadella and arugula just to name drop a few. This pizza isn't sold by the slice but sold by the weight which I was in the know thanks to my good friend Justin Piazza back home in Glendale Az. Who was the first to bring this style of pizza to the valley of the sun. Now back to BONCI, after deciding on four different pizzas, a carbonara ball ,and a classic ball. It was time to find a table which there is not many to choose from. I believe there is all but four high tables. Now I was I ready to take a bite of theses magnificent invention. I started first with the tomato slice. It was not what I expected it was bland lacking any flavor. I was a little disappointed, but not discouraged as I had a three more types of pizza to try. Next, was the ham with arugula and soft cheese as they explained it to me, and the ham was dry lacking flavor as well the soft cheese was lost underneath they arugula which was nice crisp and fresh which was they only thing delicious on that slice. Next was the sausage and onion slice which was pretty good I would say it had a nice sweet and savory touch, but once again just nothing to wow me. The final slice which I would definitely say it was my favorite slice of them all. Toppings were cheese with soft cheese (yes there's a difference) and sausage which was the same type of sausage from the previous slice, and for some reason this one checked all the boxes. It caught me by surprise. So far all I've talked about was the topping, and I left the best part for last. That being the dough. It was the most airy dough and crunchy dough I had ever had. Every bite was magical like a crunchy fluffy pillow in every bite almost like nothing I had ever tried. Almost thou remember earlier as I told you about my friend Justin. Well he's the owner of La Piazza al Forno in Glendale Arizona. Yea you guessed it America. The great USA. That my friends is where you'll find the best and I mean the best Roman Style pizza in the world, and no I'm not kidding the Roman style pizza he is making there is a master piece. So to conclude my review. There's no need to fly all the way to Rome for Roman style pizza. I suggest you take a flight down to Glendale Arizona and you'll find it there. In a warm and welcoming family owned and operated restaurant called La Piazza al Forno. This is why I'm yogirlzfavoritefoodie read more
Take a number!!! Do this first, don't even bother looking at what pizza you want, it likely doesnt matter. The three I wanted to try were all gone by the time I got there. Secondly they only take cash. Third you pay by weight- average piece is going to cost you around 8 euro That being said this is the BEST pizza I have had so far in Italy. The crust is what separates it, absolutely awesome. It is certainly a bit chaotic but so goodIt is a one minute walk from the metro station and it is worth the ride. I've eaten pizza all over and I'm a big fan. This is awesome stuff. A bit pricey, but you only live once! I'll be back!! read more
3 years ago
Soooooo... I watched the video on Netflix and had a trip coming up Italy. How can you NOT want to go here after that video? "Bonci Bonci bon bon bon." (You'll understand after the video) So my girl and I made a special trek there. I expected the best pizza ever. The interior is nice. Nothing fancy but nice. Displaying all his accolades. You can see them cooking pizza frantically in the back and all the pizza displayed in the front. After about a 10 minute wait, we ordered and received the pizza. I got them as plain as possible. My girl ordered the other more gourmet style. The crust/bread is not bad. Very crispy and a unique flavor. Kinda oily. The toppings? Meh. The best way to sum this up is, "don't expect to eat flavorful traditional pizza you're use to." (If you're from the US) Expect bread with random toppings. It wasn't horrible but it wasn't good. It's not worth the special trip if you're looking to eat delicious pizza. It's worth the trip only because you can tell people "hey guys. I have eaten here." read more
Second time here, and always delicious. Super crunchy tasty crust, tons of options, fresh toppings, and very efficient staff. It is a takeaway place or try and grab one of a handful of standing counters outside. They sell beer and wine and water and juice as well as Supli. IMPORTANT: you get what pizza you get when it's your turn. They churn out new pizza all the time. When it's your turn you choose from what's available, no ordering or waiting until something you want is available. MOST IMPORTANT: take a number from the red paper ticket dispenser. Seen too many people line up and not realize it's a ticket system for pizza. If you want pizza, take a number. If you only want drinks or Supli just go to the counter. There are signs that say as much in more than one language but the frantic chaos of the line causes panic. Take a TICKET for pizza. Even with the hype from Netflix, this place doesn't disappoint and will always put out fresh pizza by the cut with veggies and meat and vegan Marinara. read more
3 years ago
We were told about Bonci through our food tour, Roman tours and we were delighted to skip the line and long wait and try Bonci's famous pizza. Known as "the Michaelangelo of Pizza" Gabriele Bonci did not disappoint. It's located in the Prati neighborhood, surprisingly close to the Vatican city. We would never have known or found this place without our tour guide. Make sure to order and try the Suppli before eating your pizza. We were shocked by how delectable they were. They are basically Rome's version of Sicilys arancini, deep fried rie with tomatoes, mozzarella, and cheese. My son was in heaven with these! On to the pizza, Bonci uses extra virgin oil, natural yeast,100 different toppings everyday depending what is in season. The pizza is delicious, the best we had on our trip and we tried many many other places, the crust is crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. It's served by the cut and you literally tell them to stop cutting with their scissors and then pay by weight. It's served square, we had ours cut in bite size pieces and got to enjoy a variety and 5 different kinds. Would highly recommend taking a trip to Bonci's before your Vatican city tour or just to get the best pizza of your life. read more
1 year ago
I read about this place as a must try when in Rome. It's known the Michealangelo of pizza. Because of this, I have this crazy expectation of the experience. I ordered 3 different flavors. They were good and unique. Because the pizzas are charged by weight, my pizza cost around 22 euro. It was higher than I was expecting given all the fantastic options in Rome. I am glad that I gave this place a try. The pizzas were good. read more
1 year ago
The pizza was good. It did get busy with a long wait. It was not thin crust like I usually like. read more
4 years ago
My hero, the late Anthony Bourdain quoted: "It's amazing ... You want it. You want it bad. Your life would be so much better if you have this right now. Leave your family. Abandon your children ... You know you want it." My thoughts? Best pizza I have ever had so far. What more can I say? Pick how much you want, they sell you by the pound, then cook it for you there. Crust, perfect. Toppings, you pick. Sauce and cheese, wow. When in Rome, visit this place! read more
4 years ago
If you watched chef table to see Ann Kim, you might have seen this place. Phenomenal pizza by the slice with creative toppings like purple potatoes or squash with sausage. read more
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Via della Meloria 43
00136 Rome
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Prati, Balduina/Montemario, Balduina Montemario
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