This cafe is located roughly a block from the Vatican. Regarding location, it's a prime spot. The thing about restaurants around this area, though, is that they have employees outside near harassing people to come in and try their food. This was the only location that didn't make me feel uncomfortable. On our last night, I was very excited to try lasagna after a previous fail in Riomaggiore. My husband ordered Cacio e Pepe. First thoughts upon delivery were that the portions were great! The slice of lasagna was large and drizzled with pesto (I think). I did not like the pesto and something seemed lacking with the lasagna overall. The Cacio e Pepe, however, was a show stopper. It was perfectly seasoned (maybe slightly salty), creamy and thick, and perfectly portioned. The bill was reasonable compared to nearby locations at €24 for two entrees and two sparkling waters. read more

Ris Cafè - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

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It's a nice place outside. The american breakfast was ok. Small portion of eggs but includes bacon bread butter and jelly. A bit pricy but it's by the Vatican. read more

Ris Cafè - Outside bar service. - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

This little cafe is across the street from the Vatican. We popped in for lunch after our 4-Hour visit. Our server was a little odd but I won't hold that against them. The food came out quickly and it was good. Nothing fancy, but all the flavors were on point (especially the garlic balance in the spinach). Sometimes it's a simple meals that really matter. My daughter mentioned that the owners didn't look to be the same people as when she was here a few years ago. read more

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After walking the city all day, we were making our way back to the Vatican to our designated pickup for our shuttle bus (Marriott) and wandered past this little place. Its right opposite the Vatican City wall not far from the main entrance. We were virtually dragged into the cafe by the wait staff outside, but it was quite worth it. We sat outside on the sidewalk (covered), which was great for people-watching too. We had 2 beers while we waited for dinner, which was just a simple margarita pizza, a tasty caprese salad and a wonderful basket of assorted home-made bread (in-house).. all served with a nice bottle of red wine as well, which was the waiters recommendation - and worth it! The service and the food were both very good. Now the food, although simple, was glorious at the same time. They had a great wine selection on their wine list. We stay at the Marriott every time we go to Rome, so we know we will be back to this great little gem. Fino alla prossima volta, Ciao.. read more

Ris Cafè - Nice little selection of drinks from the bar.. - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

I enjoyed my food here! Ordered the grilled calamari and it was perfectly cooked. I then had grilled steak with arugula - delicious! I had an old fashioned and even though it was 10€ it was a generous amount. A little expensive but food was good. read more

Ris Cafè - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

Bruschetta and cruda pizza were both amazing! Wait staff is very attentive and entertaining. This is very close to Vatican Museum and a hidden gem. A wonderful establishment with great outside seating. read more

Ris Cafè - Bruschetta and Cruda Pizza - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

Ris Cafe is a good option if you're starving and by the Vatican, but I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to eat here. The food pretty much tastes like Olive Garden. There was nothing special or delicious about the pizza and pasta. The pasta was overcooked, and you could tell that it had been sitting around for awhile before it was served up with sauce thrown on top. The pizza also didn't capture the naturally delicious nature of being in Italy bit really was just like thin crust pizza you'd get in the States. Service was good. They have wifi. And people sitting next to us got burgers which looked pretty decent. Overall, come here if it's convenient or if you really need some Americanized food. Otherwise, not a go to option in my eyes. read more

Need a break from pasta and pizza? Come here. While we enjoyed many facets of our time in Rome, it was nice to enjoy a hamburger and a normal beverage. Nothing fancy, but plenty of brown liquids to get lost in if that's your thing. Draught as well. Tip: "Cucumbers" on your burger are pickles. Don't skip them! read more

For a street corner cafe is was very good, food was different not what you used to in the U.S but good also beers was tasty..

Small portions for the price they charge. Suggest you go have a gelato just up the street at Old Bridge instead! They also charge you a €4 fee for nonexistent "table service" on top of a 10% gratuity. Dont usually complain about these things, but when the food is not good and portions are small, cant help but feel taken advantage of because we look like typical tourists! read more

outstanding! we went with yelp recommendations and it was great! very, very, very good service. wine was excellent and so was dessert (tiramisu...homemade). best to make a reservation if in the evenings...especially the weekends. read more

We just finished the Vatican tour and we were tired & hungry. We also did not want pasta or pizza again. It's been 3 days of that. We were in the mood for some beer and quick appetizers. Luckily we found this place. Really great draft beer and American style appetizers. French fries, chickens nuggets, and nachos. We were a party of four. The food was not bad at all. Fries were great and nuggets were pretty darn good too. I did not leave 5 stars because nachos were so so... however our service was 5 star. Very attentive and fast. Decent place. read more

I dont know if it's good or bad - I have to admit that I was just there to use the internet, have a plate of proscuitto w/ melon, and a cup of espresso while waiting for a friend to get out of work. I can at least say that they were very friendly and did not rush me out of their cafe after hours of internet mooching. read more

Nice jazzy ambiance. Gave a four star because i didn't get the chance to try the food

This place was great! The staff was very nice, courteous and helpful (as we spoke very little Italian and they spoke great English!). And their food was fantastic. We were told their hamburgers were amazing, and they were. The staff will recommend so much more to do around the city that "locals" would do. read more

This place is great! Burgers are def on point! Prices are moderate for the area. Going to be roughly 10eu for a burger. Watched the Rome vs Milan soccer game and the place was pretty packed and very lively. Overall good place to eat. read more

Location walking distance from the Vatican museum entrance. Excellent burgers and fries, very authentic and inexpensive for lunch. Staff very nice and helpful, spoke great English. No complaints. read more

Disappointed. My hubby and I ordered the calamari appetizer and a cheese & prosciutto pizza to share. The calamari was good, pizza was okay. The waiter brought our food along with a margarita pizza. We told him we only ordered the one (cheese & prosciutto) pizza, but he argued with us that we ordered both of the pizzas. He left both pizzas on the table and walked away, then later brought our bill for which we were charged for the pizza we did NOT order. It ended up being a mess, next time we will go somewhere else. read more

Grea selection of burgers. I ordered the Best burger, and it was amazing! 10€! And it comes with fresh fries or a salad. The service was kind and quick. I am here for one more day and I will most likely eat there again. Thank you Fabrizio and Frank! Wish you all the best in the world! read more

Went here because it was convenient and offered water mist sprayers and shade in a very hot summer Rome day, the staff was very nice-but the food was okay... Be finitely wouldn't go out of my way to go here. Both my dad and I had Burgers, and to sum it up the meat was just very bland. read more

Wicked bacon burger! (Added salt, pepper, mayo, mustard and ketchup to mine) Service was good, waiters were super friendly! Freshly squeezed orange juice was amazing! Decor was nice. Would eat here again! Not a ton of options on the menu though. read more

Ris Cafè - Bacon burger! So good! - Pubs Near Me - Rome, RM

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Best chesebuger I have had in a long time. If your tired of pizza and pasta come to Ris Cafe. Great beers on tap, Bugers and beer what could be better. read more

Had the grilled sliced beef...amazing!! Staff was awesome and bottle of really good prosecco for $25...unheard of in the States! Love this place!! Don't miss it read more

Nice location, good drinks, good service. The prices are moderate, but not cheap. Went four times to the Ris Cafè but only for drinks which were good. read more

The staff was very nice, and the hamburgers were out of this world. Definitely will return when Im craving a good, meaty burger. A bit on the expensive side. read more

Just came back from Rome. Having been to the Vatican all Morning and half the afternoon we really wanted to have something to eat and drink. We eventually feel for the charms of a Danish girl at the Ris cafe. She was outside scouting for customers. No service or cover charge she stated. All the food is very good and home made. Well that certainly was the case if your 5 year old was cooking. The pizza we ordered was socked with some kind of tomato paste and undercooked. The pasta was just not edible and a salad which was supposed to be a main meal was just a few lettuce leaves and a couple of slices of cheese. AT 9.50 EUROS a dish it was one of the worst meals we ever had. When the table next to us heard our complaints they too agreed that the food was just s##t. There are a many good restaurants in Rome just do your home work before you go and don't get sucked in with waiters out side the restaurant offering you all kinds of goodies as in more cases than not you will regret it. Good restaurants do not need these kind of tactics. In any event, if you wish to experience the worst meal in Rome try the RIS CAFÉ. You will not be disappointed. read more