Who would've thought that in the Eternal City, surrounded by ancient ruins and endless pasta, I'd…read morefind myself in a little corner of Paris? A good friend convinced me to try Le Carré Français in Rome, and I'm so grateful they did. It felt like a two-for-one trip: all the charm of France without the hassle of travel. From the second I stepped inside, the authenticity was undeniable, with genuine French bread baked fresh in their in-house bakery and decor that whisked me away to a cozy bistro along the Seine. The scents of pastries, cheeses, and wines just screamed "vive la France!" The food was nothing short of sublime, every bite a true delight, from flaky croissants that practically melted on your tongue to entrees that felt like they were made with pure passion. I'm not even a big bread fan usually (pasta all the way for me), but those pastries? Irresistible, like butter on a hot crepe, with highlights like homemade macarons, crème brûlée, and fruit tarts that could hold their own against Paris's finest. The service matched the quality perfectly: attentive yet unobtrusive, turning the whole evening into something effortless and memorable. A big thanks to the staff for their genuine warmth--you made us feel right at home. The standout moment, though, was chatting with the owner himself. What a welcoming guy! Our talk flowed easily, covering French-Italian blends and life in Rome. If you're seeing this, kudos to you for building a spot that's about more than just meals; it's about real connections. If you're in Rome and need a break from gelato and gladiators, head to Le Carré Français on Via Vittoria Colonna, 30. It's an experience that'll leave you saying "ooh la la" for days. Five stars? This place earns a whole sky full!

Solo outing for me while the family was away for the evening in Florence. Having eaten pizza and…read morepasta all week, I wanted something different and I'd come to Rome having read that it was voted the best food city in the world in 2025, though can't recall where I saw that. Found it pretty hard to find any cuisine that might qualify in my book but this place seemed promising. Indeed it was the right spot! The personnel I encountered all spoke French and the menu had decidedly French dishes, including one of the best tests of good French cooking, boeuf bourguignon! The bread basket brought to the table was the first sign of real French style and proper goodness. The entree was delicious and the creamy mashed potatoes, while perhaps not considered traditional by many, were well made and I say bravo! The music astounded me because it was live and very good! Two older gentleman playing saxophone or trumpet and keyboard doing covers of Sinatra and the like. Made for great atmosphere. Was it the best French I've ever had? No, but it was a fine alternative to Italian if the desire comes your way, too.

Amazing food. Michelin star like food. The most delicious we have had while in Rome. Highly…read morerecommend. I wish the restaurant was bigger. We did not have a bad dish here. And ate here multiple times during the 8 days in Rome.

My family and I ate here our last night in Roma on 03/07/25. A friend once told me if you want to…read moreeat like the locals use the rule of five. No more than five tables. Well there were a few more than five but still quaint. Nicely decorated and clean. Servers greeted us promptly and were very personable. We started with some local wines that were recommended and enjoyed. Sweet green peppers and Sage leaves Tempura to start. I've never had Sage leaves like this. Wonderful. I had the Duck Breast cooked to perfection. My wife had La Casio e Pepe and loved it. My Daughter and Mother In-law both enjoyed LaCarbonara. We finished sharing the Crème Brûlée and Lemon Tart. I cannot say enough god things about this restaurant. Wonderful Dining experience! Food, staff and ambiance were excellent. I hope to return for another visit.

The food is delicious and hospitality is very good. If you like French food in Rome, this is the…read morebest one

Food was good to very good, but not great. Service was great. Service was super friendly, most…read morelikely because they were all nuns and not typical service people. Had nice conversations with the nuns. Very relaxing atmosphere. Given all of the mediocre touristy meals we had on the trip, this was not at all bad, but in all honesty not stellar. We would probably still go back through just because they were so nice and the atmosphere was so nice.

We unexpectedly stumbled upon this intimate French restaurant while we were walking down Viale…read moreAventino near FAO on our way to visit a friend and we are SO happy we stopped in. On our first visit to the restaurant, because it wasn't planned, we didn't make reservations but got lucky as there was only one table available for us. I would recommend making a reservation because it will fill up quickly. We enjoyed our first visit so much, we decided to return a week later, bring a camera and make sure that it was as good as we remembered, and it was. We started with some Bordeaux, but we corrected the error of only getting a glass on our first visit and getting a bottle this time. This was a 2017 that was not too expensive and was delightful. Our starters were a Quiche Lorraine and while I ordered a Cheese Soufflé, because it takes 20 minutes to prepare they asked if I would prefer my main first, and the soufflé second and I said "yes". It turned out to be the wrong choice because I wasn't in a rush and in retrospect I would've preferred to nurse my wine while I waited. Next time I'll make a different choice. The quiche and the soufflés were light, cheesy and delicious. I've had quiche that was a little oily from the cheese and meat, but this wasn't at all. Our mains were a Steak au poivre (Filetto al Pepe) that came with a side of fried potatoes (Patate Fritte), and a Tuna and Avocado tartare with shrimp. The steak was cooked perfectly, although on our second visit, I don't think I was asked how I wanted it cooked as I was on our first visit. The tuna mousse reminded me of Cod Mantecato, which was nice, and the avocado and shrimp were delicate and tasty. We didn't get a dessert this time because we had other plans, but on our first visit, the apple tart topped with gelato was a great finish to the meal and it seemed popular with the other patrons, so don't hesitate if you still have space to eat more!

Came here just for drinks but ended up adding the tiramisu…read moreand American waffle--both were delicious! Tried the zodiac-themed drinks: Taurus, Scorpion, and Pisces (a mocktail). The Scorpion was my least favorite, only because it was a bit too strong for my taste. Service was decent, but the ambiance was perfect for enjoying drinks and hanging out. Overall, a fun and tasty experience.

Good coffee, good scrambled eggs and pancakes...and if you've been in Rome for any length of time…read moreyou know finding good scrambled eggs is a big ask (they are usually scrambled to the point of powder). The price is fair as well - 8€ for eggs, sausage and pancakes. Service is fine. I've been there a lot so they have warmed up. The ambience is modernish American diner. The bathroom though - make sure you don't need to use it before you leave your house/hotel because it's not great.

Our tour guide recommended this spot for lunch and what a recommendation it was! We arrived around…read more1:30 on a Wednesday. Still busy for lunch and at first there weren't any outdoor tables but somehow one became available right after we arrived. Smaller interior with sectioned dining areas and a good sized outdoor eating area. Our server recommended the Buffalo Ricotta cheese with honey truffle-wow! It was exquisite-so light with honey truffle taking it over the top. They ran out of their Rose so we went with the recommended Red-Monica de Sardegna (delicate/spicy- Sardinian) For main, despite many enticing options, we ordered Lasagna Funghi and the Ricotta Ravioli stuffed with artichokes with Cacio Pepe cream. The lasagna was like no other we've had before -must try! The Ravioli was decadent and creamy-delicious! We were talked into the fresh Panna Cotta for dessert-simple, fruity and light -just right with our espresso and milk. Our server, Anna, took great care of us-kind and patiently provided recommendations and menu option details. One of the top restaurants in the Monti area and not to be missed!

This place is so freakin' good. Hubs and I went 2 times while in Rome, which we never do…read more The porchetta was amazeballs. Hubs got the meatballs and they were also good. One of the times we just went in for snacky things and got the dried pork strips/sausages and the buffalo ricotta and truffle honey. So good!!! Also tried the pulpo (octopus) salad that had potatoes - I wasn't expecting it to be warm, but I really enjoyed it. Ambiance is nice and they had some local beers on tap that I also enjoyed. The outside is beautiful with all the vines. The inside of the restaurant is super cozy. Love it.

Had an excellent experience at this restaurant during our vacation in Rome. It's kind of in the…read moreback in an alley but the vibe wasn't touristy (we were tourists), which is always interesting to experience. The service was top notch. The servers were very nice, attentive, and pleasant. The food was also some of the better food we had while in the touristy areas in Rome. Everything came out in a timely manner and tasted good. There were many locals dining when we were there also, which is a good thing. We didn't call for reservations but I'd recommend doing so as it can get filled up quickly from what I observed while we were there. Prices were reasonable and the portion sizes were good. Definitely check out this restaurant for a pleasant dining experience if you're vacationing in this area of Rome.

This is such a nice, small, quaint, friendly restaurant with terrific food. Not touristy at all!…read more Our reservations were at 8pm. When we arrived there was one other table occupied. In the next 20 minutes the place was full. I liked that most of the guests were locals. Once we ordered they brought complimentary Prosecco and Ham Spread. We then enjoyed the blossoms stuffed and wrapped in bacon, pasta with oxtail, pasta with lard cheeks, tripe in a red sauce and baked fish with a white sauce. My husband also ordered Grappa and Tiramisu. Needless to say we were stuffed but the food was delicious and the service impeccable.

Gastronomia franchi was a lucky stop for us. Pick anything you want and they'll weigh it and stack…read moreit on your plate. My daughter and I selected a Parma, hard salami, and mortadella, along with a very unique, mild and soft Swiss style cheese which the butcher graciously cut up like an extraordinary French chef. He added a variety of breads to make it complete. We were so happy he spoke English and was patient as we compiled an extraordinary meal. Everything in the shop was great, perfect stop on your walk to the Vatican.

A foodie "must see"…read more This place is the bomb! Always busy with locals, particularly at lunchtime. Not a lot of English spoken here, but it's all a visual experience anyways -- just point to what you want. There is an incredible selection of everything from wines, breads, meats and cheeses to take home, to ready-made pasta and other Italian comfort food, along with a huge array of the ubiquitous baguette sandwich. And of course, a coffee and dessert bar featuring what my Italian heritage wife said was the best cannoli she had during our 2-week tour. Foodies should make it a point to stop by here, if only to check off another unique and savory experience on their food passport.

First night in Rome. As we ventured through the side streets, we stumbled upon this little gem…read more From the bread and appetizers and right on through dessert, every dish was fresh, aesthetically pleasing to the eye and most of all molto bueno! The real VIP dish of the night was the tiramisu. I don't eat tiramisu as I've never had a good one. Our waiter Alex assembled the tiramisu table side. Honestly, it really didn't need the hype. With fresh mascarpone,espresso and cacao flakes, it really was a great tasting dessert AND we hope to get back there one last time before we leave. Yes it was that good! We were able to get seated quickly as we got there around 6:30-7pm. Most people started filing in after that. A gentleman started playing music on an accordion and then a drummer met him. He does play for tips. It was a nice touch. A man with huge long stemmed red roses began working the crowd too. I'd say this would be considered fine dining. C'iao!

I got the carbonara here and it was pretty standard. Overall fine but they really excel in service…read more The atmosphere and ambience was so nice. There's great dark mood lighting and it all makes the dinner special.

Yummiest lattes, sandwiches croissants and best and kindest staff. I ate there 3 days and I would…read morego back again

Carre Monti offers excellent, attentive service. This was our introduction to Roman-style pecorino,…read morea decidedly salty cheese (not to our liking, but not their fault). Tasty gnocchi dinner.