This is an amazing restaurant you must try in Rome. The mom is the chef and son, Frederico is a kind and funny server. There are not too many tables but the ambience is intimate and beautiful. If you have to eat gluten free, like me, you can have anything on the menu, except for three items. I had the pork dish created by Julius Caesar's chef. It was tasty and the right size portion. Everyone i was with enjoyed their meals. After dinner, we went down to the wine cellar. Such a cool space. It dates back before the colosseum. read more

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We came here based on a recommendation for our last night in Italy and while the food was delicious the service was a bit strange. We were greeted by the very friendly son of the chef and seated right away since we had a reservation. Once we picked our menu items, chatted with the chefs son a little bit, it felt as though our table got forgotten about. The restaurant was filled with patrons of a food tour with tables turning over about every 30 minutes or so. We were very confused by the change in attitude towards us, which seemed to change once they learned we were American. The ambiance was quaint but quite noisy and crowded with the tour groups. We did enjoy the food but were left perplexed by the service. read more

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I asked the host/owner, Francesco, what the one dish he recommended that I try to best appreciate the food that he, his mama, and his wife have been serving at this restaurant for 30 years. He obliged by surprising me with a beautiful bowl of carbonara. As I began enjoying it, Francesco returned to check on me and I gave him a smile and nod of approval. To my surprise, he shook his head, held a finger up instructing me to stop, and walked off. He returned a minute later with two forks which he used to toss my pasta with the appropriate vigor that I lacked. Once Francesco was done, he gestured as if to say, "NOW it's ready." And he was right, it was ready, and it was a perfectly creamy emulsification of all of the flavors you expect in a carbonara--just so much better. That anecdote encapsulates the experience my family and friends had at Spirito DiVino last Thursday. Francesco was an extraordinarily gracious host, answering our questions, suggesting a must-try wine that had to be among the most affordable among the thousands of bottles the restaurant has in its wine cellar, and making our kids feel like they were as welcome as the adults were. It's a small thing, but when you're trying to enjoy the cuisine of Italy with 3 kids between 5 and 8 years old, it goes a long way. The hospitality that Francesco showed was only surpassed by the quality of the food prepared by his mama and wife. No offense to Francesco, but the food was definitely the highlight of the evening. Everything we tried, from the tripe, pâté, and cacio e pepe, to the carbonara was memorable. However, the star of the night was probably the short pasta with white sauce and truffle. It was a perfectly balanced combination of flavors that had everyone at our table (and at other tables) raving. Spirito DiVino was the best meal we had in Italy by far and one of the best meals I can remember in a long time. We've talked about it every day on the trip and compared every other meal to it--with all others falling some distance short. I could not recommend this restaurant more, and I'm amazed that we were able to just walk in and find a table for 7 available at 8 PM on a Thursday. We were certainly lucky that evening, but it's best not to leave things to chance so for our last night in Italy we have made reservations to come back and see if our second experience can live up to the first. read more

Our favorite meal in Rome! They are a part of the Slow Food and Italian Chefs association, all organic, fresh, and home made- and it takes it. You can take the love. Great wine selection obviously! The staff were fun, the place was busy with wine tours and tables alike. I love how tucked away it is - felt very local. Definitely check out the wine cellar and then find the statue discovered there at the Vatican Museum :) read more

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Stopped in here on a whim, because our original pick Roma Sparita was reservation only and they did not let anyone else in. So we found this place, little non-descript door with a beautiful vine surrounding it and a small sign with the name. Walked in and they had a few opens tables for 2. The Owner/Chef was in the dining room personally. He informed us that all the food coming out of the kitchen was cooked by his mother!! How cool. We saw they had cacio e Pepe and had to try it. So we had 2 orders of the pasta, a cheese plate for an appetizer, and finished off with the Coffee Tiramisu. The pasta was so fresh and delicious. The cheese plate was a generous portion and the Tiramisu was to die for. There was nothing bad we tried. 74 euro for 2 people and you can't be mad at that!! Definitely must try if you are in the area!! read more

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Seriously the BEST dinner of my life! Absolutely amazing! The beef was tender and had the best olive oil and salt flake on top. So good! The tiramisu was delicious!!! read more

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The food was absolutely delicious. The ambiance was the best we found in Rome. The owners really took time to make sure we had a great experience. Will be back next time in Rome read more

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I went there a year ago and making reservations again The Service and food is simply fantastic

1st Night in Rome going on a recommendation of a friend, we venture via Uber to a small non descript section of Rome for our 1st dinner. We arrive and if you aren't looking for this place you won't find it. Nestled on a cobblestone road with no real markings we arrive to a charming little place greeted by the owner / chef who says sit anywhere there is a two top. 1st thing is he takes us down to the wine cellar, 2000 plus years old where he asked what type of wine we like, then brings us to the area where we he chooses one for us. Dusty old wines charming ambiance just great stuff. Wine is perfect then proceed to the food. 1st dish is a special, short pasta with buffalo Ricotta cheese topped with black truffle shavings. I could have stopped there because that was a 12 on the 10 scale. House bread was ok. Momma & His wife were in the kitchen as the owner shuffled between host, chef & waiter. Entrees were simply ok a sliced beef in a spicy red sauce was more like shredded beef, while the lean pork was a bit tough. We skipped dessert. All & all charming place, not a real tourist trap, should have stayed with the Pasta. Wine cellar alone is worth the trouble. Not overly expensive & the owner & staff were great. read more

Spirito Divino - Buffalo Ricotta with shaved black truffles. - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

Great place to eat if you're a history buff! The wine room in the basement is incredible! The stone is very old and used to be a 11th century synagogue. This restaurant was part of our food Eating Europe tour and was a crowd favorite. Everyone was blown away by the stew and red wine. read more

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We had the pleasure of dining here with a party of seven, and it was hands down the best meal we had in Rome. The menu featured unique dishes we hadn't seen anywhere else, and every single one was absolutely delicious. So good that I decided to write my first yelp review!! We all ordered different entrees and tasted each others meals and every one was better than the next. The appetizers were outstanding, and the desserts were so delicious. The experience was made even more special by the beautiful, historic underground wine cellar, which included a short film about the restaurant's fascinating history. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. They were accommodating, attentive, and had a great sense of humor--making the evening feel both elegant and fun. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Rome looking for a memorable meal in a truly unique setting!! Definitely a place we will come back to next time in Rome. read more

Best dinner of my life! Spirito Divino is a family-owned restaurant where you truly feel like part of the family. Every dish we had was absolutely delicious. They even have an ancient wine cellar that's older than the Colosseum! I made a promise to myself to come back here every time I visit Rome. A truly unforgettable experience. read more

This is A MUST while in Rome. This small family ran restaurant is nestled in Trastevere. the food and experience is exceptional! I felt like i was part of the family. The restaurant is not very large and ran by the family. They work very hard and deliver Wonderful food. I loved this place so much we went back again with more of our family! The building has a lot of history including an ancient wine cellar with thousands of bottles of wine. I will say they occasionally have wine tours coming in a side door to see the cellar! I didn't mind it so much. Also plan on being there a few hours; if your in a rush don't stop in. I say that because everything is made to order and they make your meal a personal experience. The best meal i had while traveling in Italy and one of my favorite memories! read more

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Beautiful ,historic property. Wonderful hat and chef. The food was average to above average. The servers untrained to the trained eye.

The Pork Mazio, a melt in your mouth shoulder stew, is one of the finest things we ate during an Italian vacation full of fantastic eats. This ancient Roman recipe executed so beautifully, combined with their insanely old and awesome wine cellar, cements Spirito Divino's credibility as an illustrious and worthy heir to Rome's storied culinary heritage. Plus, the rest of the food tastes really good. I also recommend wine. Wine is good, too. read more

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So disappointed.... had been there a few months ago to celebrate my sister's birthday. Friend who had been there a few years ago highly recomeneded...slow food, chef, service and wine cellar history. Had a lovely meal and chef's son/manager was welcoming and even sent us home with a bottle of wine. This time, =was on trip with friends- and brought them with us- so table of 9! we are all foodies and very fond of good wine... I told him i was there back in April and what i a lovely time we had- he did not remember us, of course, but did not mind at all. But, the service was slow, he was condescending when we ordered, was short tempered with his staff in front of us- there was nothing welcoming... we were told we could go down to the cellar to pick out wine... seems like a bit of a marketing ploy as wines on menu, i.e. white...were down there and not chilled.... read more

I N C R E D I B L E. My boyfriend and I had gone in July and it was the BEST dinner we had in Rome. From the service to experience to food- everything was incredible. We haven't stopped raving about it since... We didn't make reservations but didn't have any issues getting a table for 2. The amatriciana pasta was melt in your mouth good. The Pork Mazio is delicious. The attention to detail in the food and desserts is phenomenal. We got to bring down our glass of wine into the cellar and enjoy it down there. So cool that the cellar is older than The Colosseum! read more

We ate here in June of 2019 on our family vacation. There were a total of seven of us including our five kids ranging in age from 12 to 18 (there are twins in there). With prior reservations seating was prompt and not a problem. We found this family owned and operated restaurant to be among the best we've ever tried in our trips to Rome. I'm not sure I would call it a "family restaurant" in the sense that it has more of an upscale adult vibe and atmosphere to it but, having said that, the staff couldn't have been friendlier, nicer or more accommodating. The owner's son came to our table wearing his toque and sat with us for a long while talking to the kids about our vacation and joking around with them. The food was amazing and the menu well curated and varied. It specializes in ancient and classic Roman cooking using locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Everyone was very pleased with their selections from each course of their meal. The presentation was great, the service was excellent and the whole experience was fenomenal. If you enjoy wine, the restaurant features a wide variety of offerings from their ample wine cellar the owner claims is older than the Colosseum and which everyone is invited to explore. The bottom line: if you have a more sophisticated palate and enjoy upscale food in a mature but not stuffy environment then you will love this restaurant. The amazingly friendly and polished staff is the icing on the cake. read more

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Food is so good we went twice while in Rome. Truly couldn't find better food along with friendlier service. Place is small and intimate and felt like home. read more

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This indeed was a sweet visit. I came for dessert and the wine which were a perfect ending to my evening. The dessert hit the spot so very rich and decadent, paired perfectly with a rose wine. This alone should bring you here but there is more. You can find century old Hebrew writing on a column outside of the back door. Inside, stairs take you down to a cave like ancient wine cellar. The oldest synagogue in the world with all four walls still intact. Older than the coliseum. That's what they told me and I believe everything I am told. Except, I wouldn't believe there is a more unique and better quality of dessert in Rome. read more

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My family and I dined here a couple of years ago, and I forgot to review the restaurant. I cannot remember what we had, but every member of my family has a vivid memory of complete happiness! The food and wine were unbelievably delicious and the people so friendly and kind. You must dine here. You will be thrilled. As they say, When in Rome... read more

Very authentic family-owned restaurant with homemade Roman dishes. The staff was very welcoming and provided great recommendations. They have a wine cellar that dates back to 80 BC that they allow you to explore! read more

Spirito Divino - rigatoni with lamb ragout - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

What an unexpected pleasure! The owner/host graciously seated our party of 4 for dinner when our reservation had been set for a night later. We sampled the vegetable pie (artichoke and mushroom), a black truffle soup, vegetarian pasta, and a Roman pork shoulder dish traced to someone who cooked for Julius Caesar. Superb wine list. We sampled five choices on the dessert menu before heading into the wine cellar to view some of the ancient building foundations. Two thumbs up and will definitely eat here again. Grazie mille! read more

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This is a place to stop! So quaint and fun! Every bite was amazing, the owner was there and he had great energy. He educated us on the building and why they selected to serve certain entrees. If you are in the area make sure to stop and take a trip to the wine cellar read more

Spirito Divino - Wild boar! Delicious! - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

One star for decent food + decor (though comparable to all the other restaurants in the area). But why just one star? Because the service was appallingly sexist and rendered to please a man, who they mistakingly assumed would be paying. As a gal who eats out every night and consistently travels every few weeks for work and play, trust me when I say this was the most sexist service I've ever received in all my years and I'm generally pretty oblivious. Honestly, this was so obvious that I feel the need to write about it. An older gentleman came over to our table (where I sat with my boyfriend) and asked how we heard about the place. He said he checks the ratings every night as it's important to him. Then, he proceeded to speak only towards the man I was with, meanwhile completely dismissing me --a woman-- even as I tried to add a few nice comments ... he spoke over me and didn't even look at me. Later, he came back for another chat and continued to speak only to my partner, again not even looking me in the eye and acting as if I was invisible. After a friendly female waitress served our dinner, as dessert came, that elderly gentleman came back and put the plate down on my side and proceeded to slide the plate away from me and across the table to my boyfriend, and I'm not kidding when he said "ahhh, you're the man of this table, therefore you *must* try the dessert first". I literally couldn't believe what I was hearing and seeing. When the bill came, a male chef handed it to our table and literally said (no joke) "in Rome, women are not allowed to pay, it's always the man" and handed it straight to my boyfriend. To his surprise I responded "Actually sir, I will be paying." The chef came back and opened the bill, and when he saw it was actually my credit card he raised his eyebrows as if ashamed. Then he started speaking to the both of us as if I was suddenly present. Surprise surprise. Later before we left (and we were the last guests to leave), he handed me a bottle of wine as a "gift". Was it a gift or perhaps an obvious apology to absolute blatant sexism I experienced the entire night to avoid me writing a poor review? I'll let you guess. Either way, I'm not a fool. Big props to our female waitress though, who while sampling the wine politely asked "who will be trying the first sip?" ... it seems it was only the male staff who obviously had no manners here. read more

Perfecto! Thank you Francesco Romeo! (Sp?) the owner runs the best family restaurant in Rome that we could find. Great food and sweet friendly service are complimented by his wit and sense of humor, it feels just right dining here, absolutely perfect experience after many so-so evenings in Rome. The food is different from your usual flare of pizza-pasta-calzone-gnocchi-panini, I was craving steamed side of veggies, beef steak here is the best, great selection of wines (stored downstairs in centuries-old wine cellar). Wonderful ambience, relaxed atmosphere, comfy, nice (clean white tablecloths), intimate style, and you're catered to. Francesco told us a story of the building that used to be the oldest synagogue in Rome, that certainly elevates your experience a notch. We selected one of the Reds from reserve collection (I don't remember which wine exactly), and it was good (dry). Perhaps a Pinot? Coming from CA, I know my wines well and this Italian one did not disappoint. At the end of our meal, Francesco brought us a complimentary bottle of another red, which was almost just as good as the reserve. Our party selected, among other dishes, chicken liver pate, vegetable cocotte, Jewish style chicken meatballs, some kind of ancient recipe beef dish that I don't remember the name of, everything was so tasty. It really doesn't matter what you pick from the menu - you're going to enjoy it. Never thought we'd go for desserts after such a satisfying meal, and considering our time crunch to catch the last shuttle back to the hotel, but, we just couldn't resist. OMG Mmmm-good desserts: creme brûlée, panna cotta, pistachio parfait, all amazing, light, your taste buds are in heaven! read more

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Notice how many of these 5 star reviews are from a "Local Guide"? This place was not on our list of places to eat based on earlier research, but our VRBO host recommended it as we were next door. Bad idea. My first hint that this would not be a real "Roma" experience was when all the customers were American. My second hint was when the first question out of our host's mouth was "how did you hear about us". Meaning, "what marketing investment is giving me the best ROI?" We got the spiel about the synagogue and the 80bc wine cellar. The story was inspiring - but it looked like any other old European wine cellar. Yawn But the biggest disappointment was the food itself. The artichoke pie was very nice. The pasta amatriciata was good but nothing to write home about. But the beef filet was so nothing - bland and boring. Especially given that their prices are higher than similar restaurants, my wife and I would never recommend this place, especially if you are looking for a slice of real Rome. read more

Yes! Best meal we had in Rome. Food was phenomenal. Service was flawless. Staff was sweet, funny, and genuine. I had the paté, and pork shoulder, both prepared to perfection. My husband had the filet of beef that was flavorful and so tender he could literally cut it with the side of his fork. Add to that the fact that this family run restaurant is located in one of the oldest buildings in Rome, older than the coliseum, and you've got a winner. If you have a minute between courses, or after dinner, check out the wine cellar built in 80 b.c. Yes. Go here. read more

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This restaurant lies on a wine cellar that predates the colosseum and within a building that housed one of the first Roman synagogues. The history of this building is impressive but I suspect that if you delved into the archives of any building within throwing distance, you'd find the same. Sitting down, I was concerned that the host asked how we heard about this place. The wine list was extensive, made up of Italian wines. The host's recommendation was full bodied and delicious. I was excited to pair this with the food. Then, the food came and I was less enthused. Perhaps, I do not enjoy authentic Roman food. read more

Excellent restaurant , quality food and customer service. Came here on a recommendation who had visited here many time, we reserved a table online for dinner. This is only one for dinner, so I would def suggest to book ahead. It is nested on a cow tone street and easy to miss, so I would suggest walking here, but it is accessible via cars. We were greeted and seated immediately and our group Of 4 were beyond impressed. The restaurant is owned by a family- father is the host, mother is he chef and son is the server. They have expanded vastly with about 7 tables in total, and it was very busy for a Thursday night. Each selection is perfected and chosen with the best ingredients. They have apps, first course, main course and desert. I had the zucchini pie and buffalo Mozzarella for app- the mozzarella is a favorite amongst many guests, it was perfected with the right amount of spices. For dinner I got the half ragatoni and half white sauce with mixed Meat, and other got linguine with fish, and two other spaghetti options. They were out of epic abc and lamb but I've heard that their spinach salad is one of their best foods. We were so impressed with the restraints history- wine cellar available to tour and have drinks is older than the colosseum, the restaurant walls are the original synagogue walls, with the dining room being the oldest synagogue in the country(I think). For desert, I was blown away by the creme Brûlée and panna cotta with lavender. I could not believe the different layers of freshness in the desert. To top off our meal we drank the White House wine- loved it so much that we ended up ordering two bottles. I would come back here in a heartbeat and bring everyone I know. 5 stars for quality, taste, price and customer service. read more

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Excellent food and even better, fun owners. The restaurant is located in one of, if not the, oldest continuously used buildings in Rome. The wine cellar, located in the basement, was an ancient synagogue. read more

FANTASTIC!! Make that reservation before you even leave on your trip!! It's booked every night! A must stop in Rome! The owner and his son were a treat. They made sure that we were taken care of from start to finish! My bf and I discovered this amazing place from his friend who raved about this little gem and was he right! This was by far our favorite place for our entire trip! Everything from the beginning was fantastic! Can't decide on a wine? Ask the son! He recommended a delicious wine based on what I told him I liked and it was spot on! The food, oh my god! Was it amazing!!! Everything was homemade and fresh from the farmers market that they picked out that morning. The mom is the cook and the two men up front are very proud of that! For starters, get the chicken liver patè! The couscous with shrimp was delicious as well but the chicken liver patè is to die for! For the first course, my bf ordered the half rigatoni with ragù sauce and I ordered the spaghetti with bacon. Every single bite was delicious. We ended up eating each other's orders, haha! Main course, I ordered the beef filet with potatoes and he ordered the pork shoulders recommended by his friend. The filet was cooked perfectly! My knife cut through it like butter and it melted like butter in my mouth! His pork shoulder was so flavorful, my bf absolutely loved it! Take a bite of the pork shoulders with the apple sauce to cut the flavor a little!! You have to do dessert! I cannot rave enough about the creme brûlée! It was heaven! Oh my god, the best of the best! You have to get it! After the first bite, it's going to ruin you for any future creme brûlées. Everything was magnificent from beginning to end. The wine, the attention, the service, the FOOD!! read more

Spirito Divino - Fantastic from appetizers to desserts!! - Roman Near Me - Rome, RM

Amazing. The staff is amazing, the chef is amazing, the food is amazing, everything about this place is simply amazing. My husband and I went to celebrate our anniversary there and they were just wonderful. The food was top quality- you can taste the freshness. This is one of the best restaurants I've been to in Rome, hands down. read more

We went here on a recent trip to Rome. I made reservations online with ease. My sister had the pork recipe from Caesar's chef, and it was amazingly tender and succulent. We also tried the chicken liver paté, the spaghetti with tapenade, and the filet. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the service was top notch. As we were leaving, the proprietor gifted us a bottle of wine from Sicily! My favorite part of our dinner there was the ancient wine cellar (80 b.c.--used to be a synagogue)--what a gorgeous and lovely history! read more

I have visited this restaurant multiple times since around 2006 until 2018. Every time I visit I am delighted and enchanted, not only by the plating and creative twists on popular Italian dishes, but also by the wonderful family who owns and operates this restaurant, as well as its historical significance as the oldest synagogue in Rome, with a wine cellar that dates back to the 1st century AD. This restaurant fully embraces the slow food movement, and Francesco and the other staff are adept at suggesting wines from around the country that will pair well with their dishes. Be sure to call ahead and fix a reservation as this is a popular place especially on the weekends, and try the Pork Shoulder! read more

Four of us had an oustanding dinner there tonight. Every dish and the wine were excellent. Make a reservation. It was a bit more expensive, but a great value. Tell Romeo hello. read more

Best restaurant in Rome! Food is AMAZING. Everything was superb. Family business: mom is the awesome chef, father walks around explaining the food and the building (super fun and friendly), son takes care of everything and is incredibly hospitable and funny, daughter-in-law serves. I will come here every time I'm in Rome, and will send everyone I know here. Could not have been better. read more

My boyfriend and I agreed that we would go back to Rome just to dine here, again!!! We had the pleasure of visiting this wonderful establishment in September 2016. It's a family owned business, the mom is the chef! The owners are simply amazing and so friendly. They make all their guests feel like old friends. Quite unique and lovely. They allowed us to tour the wine cellar that smells like history!!! It was like going back in time. Such a wonderful experience. The food and wine selection is DELICIOUS!!!! We went back twice during our stay in Rome, that's how great our experience was. read more

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A lovely place owned by a family. The son/husband is the primary host and waiter, and the mother and wife are chefs in the back. From start to finish, the meal was excellent, the wine pours were generous, and the atmosphere was welcoming. All in all, a lovely experience in a nice neighborhood. Would definitely repeat. read more

What a treat! Beautiful decor, delicious food and a lovely and gracious staff. We could not have asked for a better dining experience for our last evening in Roma! My husband and I were first greeted and seated by Francesco (the son-in-law of the owners)...who others have mentioned, knows his American football and chatted up my husband. :o) Next his charming father-in-law approached our table and with great pride explained that the structure pre-dated the Colosseum and encouraged us to take a walk down to the wine cellar...which was very cool! He gave us the rundown on their menu. My husband and I decided we wanted to taste a variety of items (all conceived and cooked by his wife) so we shared a number of the courses which they accommodated very graciously. All were spectacular: 1. Cheese plate: Caciofiore & Marzolina cheeses complimented with a sweet and sour red onion compote 2. Deer bresola with salad, grape & nuts 3. Fresh linquine with fish ragu 4. Pork shoulder (prepared from a recipe originated by Julius Caesar's cook, Gaius Matius): apple, onion, honey, vinegar, red wine and spices (fennel seed). Anchovy sauce for salting. Served with apple pure and vegetables. 5. Panna cotta, lavender flavoured with pistachio mousse Treat yourself to a lovely evening at Spirito Divino (located in Trastevere). You will not regret it! read more

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