Every person in our party of 8 loved their meal. The food was out of this world and the service was…read morefantastic. I highly recommend.

CLOSED!!!! Walked and walked an hour to get here. Never said…read moreon Yelp that it was closed on Wednesday

The food was really fresh! Being from the US, our food tastes completely different! You could tell…read morethat the food wasn't over processed and wasn't full of salt, preservatives, etc. An awesome introduction to Rome, as this was our first meal after arrival!

Had a really excellent meal here with a small group. We ordered a bunch of dishes and shared…read moreeverything. Every bite was tasty! We had Straccetti alla Roma (strips of beef with arugula, Parmesan, and cherry tomatoes--this was on the specials/alternative menu), Tonnarelli Amatriciana (my absolute favorite of the four Roman pasta sauces), Caprese salad, grilled vegetables, and a calzone with mozzarella, mushrooms, and sausage. Service was great, the ambiance was cozy and warm. Although it was steps away from very busy and touristy areas, I really felt this was not a tourist trap by any means. I had made a reservation, and I'm glad I did because this place got very bustling and busy even on a weeknight. I would happily return!

Bravo! A must! After two visits to Michelin star restaurants in Rome, Grazia & Graziella blew doors…read moreon them, despite not having a star herself. I can say without a doubt Grazia & Graziella deserve a Michelin star far more than the actual Michelin star restaurants I've been to in Rome. Make sure to get the focaccia! Absolutely splendid. The servers are a league of their own, the best we've had in our trip so far. And the restaurant itself is so quaint and beautiful, tucked away in a corner of Rome. Bravo bravo bravo! A must try!

Worth the short trip outside of the main part of Rome. Ever turning we had was absolutely amazing!read more

In Rome when my son's birthday was scheduled, so we got a personal recommendation from Katie Parla…read moreto try La Tavernaccia. It was a great recommendation. FOOD - Fresh, well-seasoned, tasty, enough so that everyone was stuffed by the time starters and entrees had come and gone ... and a couple of us still found room for excellent desserts. We had started with limoncello spritzes, which cooled us off nicely. A liter of the house red was perfect accompaniment for the food. SERVICE - We arrived almost a half-hour before our reservation time, and they didn't bat an eyelash. Our waiter was friendly, helpful, engaging, and attentive. Good job. AMBIANCE - Nice brick and stone interior, lending a sense of antiquities and class. NET-NET - I would come back here at the drop of a hat. It wasn't cheap, but more than worth it for what we got.

We first visited La Tavernaccia in October 2023 and loved it so much that we knew we had to return…read more This time, we came back to celebrate my husband's birthday and to enjoy our favorite dishes again--the Roasted Suckling Pig and the Spaghettoni all'uovo alla Gricia. Both were every bit as incredible as we remembered: the pasta rich and full of flavor with pecorino and guanciale, and the pig perfectly tender and juicy with that irresistible crispy skin. Yumm! We started with the Crostino N'Duja, which was rustic, spicy, and the perfect way to kick off the meal. We also ordered a charcuterie plate. To finish, the lemon torte was bright, refreshing, and surprisingly, not too tart. It was exactly just the way we like it. Kevin's service was outstanding--warm, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful, which made the celebration feel even more special. We were given a couple of shots and a special cookie for my hub's birthday and after learning I am Filipino, he also offered us shots of his own special Ube liqueur. La Tavernaccia has truly become one of our favorite places in Rome, and we already can't wait to come back again to try something new that Kevin highly recommended - the Roasted Veal.

Nice little restaurant with 6 tables inside and quite a few tables outside. We ate inside and the…read moreservice was excellent. The restaurant was one block from our hotel so we decided to give it a try. We started with Caprese and it was very good. My wife had fried cod and fries and she enjoyed her meal. I had potato crusted fish and fried vegetables. Wow my food was great! We ate at another restaurant about a block away the night before and this was so much better. On top of that, it was a lot cheaper. I highly recommend this place.

Little hole in the wall restaurant in Rome but the food is delicious and it is way less crowded…read morethan the ones on the touristy plazas. Pasta was home made and reasonably priced.

After visiting Vatican City, we were hungry and searched on Yelp for a nearby place to eat --…read morethat's how we found Piacere Molise. I'll admit, when we first arrived, I almost didn't want to go in. There are no outdoor tables, no servers calling people in, and nothing flashy trying to grab attention. But that's exactly why this place is special. Once inside, we were so glad we stayed. The food was excellent -- simple, well-made, and full of real flavor. What we loved most is that the dishes tasted incredibly good without being overly salty or heavy, which really shows the quality of the ingredients and the care in the cooking. It's a true mom-and-pop shop, run with heart, not hype. This is the kind of place locals go to -- honest food, no gimmicks, and a calm, authentic atmosphere. If you're willing to look past first impressions, this spot is absolutely worth it. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates genuine Italian food done right.

Pierde Molise is the kind of hidden gem you dream of finding in Rome -- a true ma and pa shop…read moreserving authentic Italian comfort food with heart. We stopped in and shared a small bottle of wine along with two absolutely delicious pasta dishes. You can tell everything is made with love and tradition -- no frills, just genuine Italian flavor at its finest. The service was kind and attentive, and the atmosphere felt cozy and welcoming, like you were dining in someone's home. It's the kind of place that makes you slow down, enjoy each bite, and soak in the local charm. If you're looking for a truly authentic, down-to-earth Roman meal, this is it. We would absolutely return!

La Scalinata did a great job of accommodating our group of 9 people. This is an authentic Roman…read moretavern - casual and home style food. The staff was warm, fun, and welcoming. We ordered several appetizers- prosciutto with mozzarella, mussels, and calamari. All were great. For entrees, we had pasta with truffles, fettuccine Gricia, grilled chicken and vegetables, Greek salad, oxtail stew, pasta bolognese, and spicy sausage pizza. Note that the pizza is very thin and crispy- Roman style. We enjoyed all the dishes-everything was delicious. Standout dishes were oxtail stew and pastas. The house wine was very good- a little sweet and a little dry. Prices are reasonable and portions are hearty. Overall, our waiter was the bright spot of our experience and made the dinner very memorable. I'd highly recommend checking out this hidden gem of a restaurant!

OK. I've been wandering around Rome for awhile and now I'm getting a little hungry. Stopped into…read morethis rustic cafe for eggplant parmesan and it was delicious. This spot looked like an old aunt's dining toNo fuss, just a plate of comfort. If you're wandering and hungry, absolutely go. You can thank me later. Soooo cheesy. The staff here is excellent as well. I was solo and they bantered with me my entire lunch.

Trattoria Vecchia Roma is came highly recommended so we decided to give it a try. The smell of…read moregarlic outside the restaurant was incredible so we were very starving and ready to eat. The restaurant is really busy and feels a bit chaotic. We were sat in a very high traffic area so it was kind of tough to relax. The menu was extensive and the prices were very fair considering it is a touristy restaurant. They don't ask you if you want bread, and then they throw it on your table in a paper bag and charge you for it. My husband liked his chicken parm and my sister in law loved her ravioli, but everyone else thought their dishes were underwhelming. Nothing was memorable. There are definitely far better restaurants in Rome and I would skip this one!

Trattoria Vecchia Roma is wildly popular, gets a lot of attention, so we gave it a try…read more The restaurant was busy and lively, but it felt more touristy than expected. The overall feel was rushed, and by the end of the meal it felt more like something you'd find in Little Italy in NYC than a memorable Roman dining experience. There were some positives. The fried artichokes were tasty, and the polpette al sugo were decent meatballs in sauce. Prices here are also great -- wine and pasta are very affordable. The pastas themselves were ok, but nothing stood out. They leaned a bit salty and felt more generic than expected. We also tried both the traditional tiramisu and pistachio tiramisu -- again, ok, but nothing special. One thing to be aware of: bread was brought to the table without us asking (three slices), and it showed up on the bill for €2. Also, if you're coming for the amatriciana, it's supposedly to be finished tableside, but that doesn't always happen -- apparently it's only done in certain parts of the restaurant, which was disappointing. Overall, it was fine, but with so many great dining options in Rome, it's hard to imagine this being the best meal of a trip.