I'd give it a 4.5 if I could. Our server was wonderful and engaging. This was one of our favorite restaurants we experienced. I have eaten the same dish at four restaurants and this one was the best. The only drawback is that this was also the most expensive of the restaurants where we have eaten. Still, I recommend. Oh, the location is very desirable as well. read more

Get the famous specialty here...Il Tartufo gelato. Fantastic. Sit for awhile or take to go. read more

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The service wasn't very good and my cappuccino was over priced. The staff was very nice, just not attentive.

37 times in Italy. 12 times in Rome So one can say that I am a fan. We can also say that I know Italian food and their ingredients. And for the very first time I have lived the most unpleasant experience with a waiter. As I know Rome very well . I chose to eat the spaghetti carbonara in this restaurant because I had a very positive experience with it before. Unfortunately this time it was very disappointing.The dish was simply inedible. It had a soap aftertaste that was covered by an overuse of salt. I try to explain this discreetly to the waiter and order another dish. The waiter explains to me that pecorino cheese tastes saltier....as if I've never eaten pecorino before. Adds to that that other customers have not complained... When the food is fresh as it should be in a good restaurant I think every dish has its own taste. The waiter judges without having tasted my dish without knowing that I know Italian cuisine by heart. But it doesn't stop here... He brings me the new dish and completely ignores us after that moment. He doesn't look back when I try to order drinks. He doesn't look back when I try to ask for an ashtray. It's only when I get up to leave the place that he's next to us in a jiffy. Without looking at the amount I notice that there is still carbonara on the ticket instead of lasagna. I tell him that and there he begins to speak in an outrageously loud manner. Here refuses to listen to what I say and drowns me out. This is an unacceptable attitude towards a customer who has remained discreet and politely ordered a different dish than the one she originally intended to eat. The photos show the restaurant team. The waiter I'm talking about isn't there. The rude waiter I'm talking about wears glasses and has no place in the hospitality industry. If a customer is not satisfied with a dish, he should politely replace it and apologize for the inconvenience and unfortunate fact. In a good restaurant you expect not only high prices for the dishes, but tasteful pasta and a tasteful attitude from the waiters. read more

Right in the heart of the Piazza Navona is this cute cafe, Tre Scalini. We enjoyed some breakfast here before heading out to the Vatican for a tour. You sit outside on their patio right in front of the famous Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi and listen to beautiful Italian music. Fantastic! read more

Tre Scalini - A heart in my latte - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

Tartufo is the one thing I must mention about my experience here! It is one of the most amazing desserts that I have ever had. You must try it and enjoy every bite! I love that the seating is outside and you can look around the Piazza Navona and see all the beautiful architecture and small stores and street art. It really is a special place to visit and enjoy the scenery! read more

Tre Scalini - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

We loved the cappuccino and the breakfast. It is a bit pricey and the servings are small. You pay for the view and the great tasting Rome coffee. read more

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Wow!!!! I thought I finished this review ......Oh well, here we go. This place is awesome. If you love authentic Italian food. I am more of an american Italian kinda of a girl but I was pleasantly surprised. We dined on the outside watching the others stroll by and admired the fountain. Service with a smile and it was my birthday dinner so they made it perfect. read more

Came here for dessert and coffee that they are known for. Was delicious but way over priced 34 euro for 3 coffee and 2 dessert However sitting in Piazza Navona sipping on coffee and people watching was the best. read more

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Food is mediocre, overpriced and staff is rude. Two Cesar Salads and 3 beers cane to 57.00 euros for a party of two for lunch. Server embarrassed me after demanding that I tip for a party of 2 ( did not see it in writing on the menu and generally tipping is not customary in Italy). He loudly called across the restaurant in Italian that I didn't think their service there was good, though I understood exactly what he was saying. When I questioned him he said he was only joking to his friend. Don't go there! There are many other great places in the Piazza Navona that are not tourist traps as this one is and I'm not the only reviewer that thinks so. read more

Busy café serving coffee and ice creams including truffle ice cream. With outdoor seating in Piazza Navona. We ordered a cappuccino, a coffee with chocolate and a truffle ice cream. We were seated quickly and offered a blanket to keep us warm as we opted to sit outside to 'people watch'. Food & drinks served promptly. Drinks were served piping hot and a nice strong flavour. Truffle ice cream was dark chocolate ice cream mixed with dark choc pieces and topped with cream & a wafer. Very rich and a strong flavour so probably enough to share between two people. Only downside was having to watch waiters try to 'capture' potential diners which meant we had to catch their attention when we wanted to pay. Otherwise a nice place to watch the square from. Toilets inside but tipping was recommended which I wasn't expecting. read more

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Gelato review. Someone suggested that I get gelato here since it's the oldest place in Rome so figured I'd give it a try. Well, the barker outside the door was the first warning that I was barking up the wrong tree. The second was the absolutely useless and rude cashier. The third was the gelato, which looked like plastic left out in the sun. I can't say that I base this review on having ever tried it because I didn't. I walked out and went to Frigidarium, which is the same decision you should make. read more

Located right in the Piazza Navona, we visited Tre Scalini twice during our visit to Rome. The first time, we wanted a lemon granita to go but we were told that it was only served if we sat down. We were exhausted and almost heat stroked so we decided to sit outside to enjoy an expensive lemon granita (€6 per granita!). It was really refreshing and lemony and definitely helped cool us down in the crazy Roman heatwave. The second time we were there, we got a lemon gelato to go (which was at the corner, rather than the main restaurant). The gelato was once again refreshing, and cost €3 per small (piccolo) cup. Recommend the to-go part of Tre Scalini. The sit-down was not quite worth it. read more

Tre Scalini - Tre Scalini - Lemon granita - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

I am not sure who in their god given right mind would rate this place any thing higher than a one. The people here were super rude, and the gelato was the WORST gelato I have ever had. I was ashamed of my self for actually ordering some after a sample. I tried a sample of their signature chocolate flavor and it was bad. I figured that their pistachio had to be good. But it was a crusty icy chunky mess. Also, shame on you Rick Steves for recommending this disgusting place. read more

The street solicitor for them coaxed us to sit down and we thought "why not it's right on the Piazza and we can people watch while eating". We also saw a picture of the famous Italian dessert tartufo offered there and it looked chocolate delicious. I had risotto gamberi with shrimp for 22 euros and got just 3 medium shrimp on a large serving of bland tasting risotto. My husband ordered gluten free spaghetti alle polpettte for 22 euros (he was told by the waiter that they had gluten free spaghetti); he got penne and when he asked the waiter for correction of spaghetti as ordered was told "We don't have gluten free spaghetti in Italy"!! Our bill came for 96 euros and as the waiter was running our credit card he asked if we wanted to leave a tip in cash or as a separate charge on our card. My husband didn't answer him; he wrote TIPS on the bottom of our bill and circled it! We ignored him and left. What gaul. In Italy the waiters/waitresses get a living wage and normally do not expect a tip nor are the customers required to tip. There isn't even a spot on the credit card receipt for tips. I guess this restaurant, at least the waiters we had, are trying to take advantage of U.S. customers. To be fair the tartufo we had for dessert was out of this world delicious and the location on the Piazza is nice. read more

Disclaimer : This review is solely based on their tartufo. We didn't dine here, so can't comment on the rest of the menu. Visited Tre Scalini near Piazza Novona to try their famous Tartufo. Yes, this is the birthplace of tartufo. It was created by Ciampini family in 1946, using 13 varieties of swiss chocolate. It was a little underwhelming experience as we read/heard so much about it and being chocolate lovers we didn't find it special. The location is amazing as it's located right on Piazza Novona. Tip - Toilets and wi-fi are only reserved for dine-in customers. So if you're only there for their famous tartufo make sure to bring a cup to pee in, should you need to. read more

How the heck anyone can complain about the prices is beyond me. Yes, they were about 1-2 euros more than restaurants off the square. However, the servers were amazing and the food was OMG delicious. My mother-in-law thinks Italians don't know how to make pizza or how to cook pasta until it's "done." Aside from the American prejudice about wanting Italian food to taste the way the Americanized versions taste at home, we just need to chill and to try to appreciate authentic cuisine. The food here is superb - at least the 6 or 7 different dishes our party had were. In my case, the pasta special with fresh porcini mushrooms, black truffle and olive oil was marvelous. The Oso Buco, unlike anything I've had in the states, was equally delicious. The Tartufo dessert amazed, and the espresso and limoncello were the perfect ending to a great meal. Of the hundreds of meals we have had in restaurants on cruise ships and abroad, my wife said this was the best overall meal experience she's ever had while traveling. I agree. read more

Your typical Italian square a tourist trap. Nothing special and nothing too bad. Relatively high prices and decent food. As long as you're not looking to have a memorable experience, everything should be fine. read more

Tre Scalini - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

There are three kitchens that serve food under this sign. I unfortunately ate in the middle. Worst food and service I experienced in Italy, not just Rome. No redeeming quality or value here. The piazza Navona is lovely , wish I could find a decent restaurant there. read more

Right next to the Piazza Novona - this is a great spot to sit and enjoy the view with some wine !Bonus they have great Italian food !! Ordered fish Dover sole (it's a local river white fish grilled and served on its on no starch potatoes or rice) also comes with bones in - whole fish ( they clean it for you before serving if you like) $18 and we ordered a mixed salad $8 and speggetti arribiatta with pollo (chicken) they didn't have it on menu but they accommodated and made it for us. Not great food options or menu for kids - but you can ask them to make half portions for kids pasta. Deserts are so so not very impressive. Overall we loved the food and the service was excellent !! read more

The gelato is refreshing! The ambiance is delightful and that's really what you are paying for. However, I must say the host is a true hustler on the street to the point of annoyance. People are literally running away. And as most of Italy is, be prepared for a terrible and long service. Otherwise, everything else was wonderful! read more

Tre Scalini - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

This is only for the tartufo. We went There and there were a lot of people eating lunch etc. They Have a different price for eating at the table so we took ours and sat in the piazza. Fahmi, the man behind the counter, described it as- chocolate ice cream with chocolate hollandaise and bits of black chocolate. The whole thing is chocolate on steroids and is all kinds of delicious. It's what the store is best known for as well and I would definitely recommend a stop here when you are at the navona. I would also say that this is more solid than a gelato or ice cream I actually thought there was a cake base to it but there isn't- it's all solid chocolate. My mother came here literally three times a week read more

It all starts with service. Piazza Navona is filled with restaurants and bars, so to get me to eat requires great service. This is what Tre Scalini. Personally, all i did was drink while my crew ate, but I had a couple form fills and the food was pretty damn tasty. read more

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BEST Gelato in Rome. We stopped for water, iced coffee, and Gelato on the recommendation of a friend that lives in the area, he was not wrong. This is a MUST STOP afternoon refresher, friendly staff! Next trip will try dinner there. read more

Highly recommended by friends, we were completely satisfied with this Plazza Navona outdoor cafe. We started with a fried artichoke dish my wife wanted. Didn't sound too exciting to me, be I went along. It was great, only lightly breaded and very tasty. Then I had an absolutely delicious risotto with scallops, tomato, and asparagus. Accompanied of course with an Italian white, this one a nice Trebbiano. We had to have dessert - the extreme chocolate tartufo that this restaurant claims to have invented. Rich creamy chocolate on the inside, with shaved chocolate on the outside, topped with a giant serving of whipped cream. With a thin cookie on top and a cherry at the bottom in the middle of the chocolate. Good service, cold mist sprayers working under the giant umbrellas, and the wonderful view of the Plazza Navona. Of the many restaurants around the Plazza Navona, I would rate this one tops. read more

BEST italian food in Rome! My family of 4 ate here for dinner tonight and every single one of our dishes tasted amazing. So flavorful!

My first visit was in the early 80s, and then again in 1998. It was a wow back then. Service, food, and ambiance. We loved the deserts and were treated well. Upon returning in 2007 we were not impressed, service, food, it was the quintessential tourist trap. We came back in 2012, but just got gelato. That was good. Go around the corner, to the small out of the way ristoranti, you will be rewarded. read more

Tre Scalini - Tre Scalini early 80s - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

death by chocolate! order your tartufo from the takeout counter -- just eat it by the four rivers fountain in piazza navona. read more

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Service was horrendous considering this place is in the heart of Rome piazza narvona. Beer was served warm and pasta came cold to include a wrong order for one of my friends. Salad was really fresh and good. Ambiance is a plus but disappointed for food. read more

Tre Scalini - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

Awful service for extremely high price. The chocolate thing - tart if ice creams was ok, but not that good to cost 12 euros... read more

Not only good gelato (got my standard combo - lemon and chocolate), but also 100% primo location directly adjacent to the main fountain (Four Rivers, Gianlorenzo Bernini 1651). Prices are good to, especially considering the location. read more

Tre Scalini - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

This place is one of those tourist traps where there's guy who tries to get u to eat there. I ate there because I wandered off and lost my way somewhere where I had to get it together. Their cafe con panna sucked and they charged me 6 euro for that. Their pizza wasn't that great either... I've had better in Chicago. If u want a place to chill out and have money to waste, by all means go here, but have drinks and eat somewhere else :) So yea food and coffee sucked, but the waiter was nice. read more

Mediocre at best and overpriced. It's a red flag if they have guys standing outside the restaurant trying to sell you the menu... read more

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We went to Tre Scalini twice when we were staying near Piazza Navona. The service and food were very good! My fiancée actually proposed while we were there on August 29th. The overall experience was amazing! The staff made sure everything was perfect and served us champagne and a delicious steak. I would definitely recommend if you're looking for reasonably priced pastas, steaks, desserts, etc. Tre Scalini was always crowded (but with a few available tables) and had the perfect location and a great view of Piazza Navona. We can't wait to go back! read more

I wish I could give this place negative stars. Undoubtedly the worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. In fact, I will call the experience offensive. When we sat we knew we were getting ourselves into a tourist trap; however, we were blissfully unaware of what exactly was in store. The waiter was rude, pestered us when we did not immediately order, and complained that he gave the wifi before we got our food. They even turned off the wifi for the majority of time we sat there. While the little food we ordered, bruschetta with mozzarella, was adequate, the 7 euro coffee was atrocious. When we asked for one to be remade as none of us were able to drink it, the waiter fought with us and complained it was coming out of his pocket. We told the manager our grievances, and he offered to make another. At that point the waiter returned to complain to us more that we went to the manager (in hopes that he would help), leaving us so offended that we asked to leave immediately. There are so many amazing restaurants in Rome, don't even waste a minute in this sad excuse for an Italian eatery. read more

Tre Scalini - Exterior - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

The cashier immediately made a big fuss when I tried to pay for the gelato because the bill had a rip toward the middle. Learn some class and politely explain to your customers why you can't accept the bill instead of yelling at them like criminals with no money. I would have happily given another bill without being offended. As for the gelato... a dime a dozen. read more

Tre Scalini is a nice find in the Piazza Navono. Keep in mind that there is a gelato outlet by this name right next to the restaurant with the same name. All this confusion aside (they are owned by the same outfit), Tre Scalini was a delightful cafe/restaurant - and it has indoor and outdoor seating. This restaurant was recommended by my daughter's high school dean of students (he is Italian), and it was indeed well worth visiting. You can sit and dine leisurely while people watching to your heart's content. The food was 3 stars, the location 5 stars ... and remember that there is gelato available next door. Recommended. read more

Do everything Rick Steves tells you to do. You will not be disappointed. I came here specifically for "tartufo"... otherwise known as "death by chocolate." It was one of the finest food moments of my entire life. It is the most decadent chocolate gelato you will ever have, and it is worth it in every way. Walk around Piazza Navona and remind yourself of where you are. Then enjoy every bite and go back the next day for another one. read more

Someone recommended me to come here to get the Tartufo.... what is it? why? gelato? Not sure... well I decided to go. It's right in the square of Piazza Navona so might as well make a stop for this item. Ask to go to the bar which is basically just the gelato stand... in the middle you'll see some brown balls that says tartufo. Ask for one and pick a gelato topping of your choice. I had the black cherry. It was a good dessert, and I would recommend getting one to share. read more

Tre Scalini - Tartufo - Italian Near Me - Rome, RM

Enjoyed our lunch here right on Piazza Navona! Had music playing from a guitarist the whole lunch which helped the ambiance too lol Hubby got spaghetti and meatballs and thought it had really good flavor although the meatballs were much smaller than expected them to be. My son ordered chicken with tomato and mozzarella. He was expecting a sliced tomato so when it came out with a tomato sauce instead he wasn't thrilled. He ate it but ended up eating half of my mushroom pizza who was good. We shared a gelato of strawberry, lemon and black cherry which was delicious! But again the location, the music and the people watching is what made the lunch so enjoyable! read more