Recomend great places to eat near Patheon/Navonna?
Jul 23rd, 2013, 03:34 AM
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Just so there is no confusion regarding Osteria del Sostegno: It might do if you don't want pizza and IF it's open
It also occurs to me that if you are okay with elevated prices and mainly seafood, Pierluigi is surely open in August. It may be a conventional choice, but the food should be solid. But you must reserve (and specify you want to sit outside).
http://www.pierluigi.it/
It also occurs to me that if you are okay with elevated prices and mainly seafood, Pierluigi is surely open in August. It may be a conventional choice, but the food should be solid. But you must reserve (and specify you want to sit outside).
http://www.pierluigi.it/
Jul 23rd, 2013, 03:52 AM
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This pizzeria might work for you, but not sure if it is open all of August
http://www.lamontecarlo.it/en/where-we-are.html
You might also look up the restaurant Babette. It closed part of August, but not all of August.
http://www.lamontecarlo.it/en/where-we-are.html
You might also look up the restaurant Babette. It closed part of August, but not all of August.
Jul 23rd, 2013, 03:56 AM
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stevewith - I agree I prefer to eat local food when I am away but after quite a few reply emails on places being closed I was starting to get desperate! Also I thought after nearly a week (going to be near Sorrento first too) we might try something different, I think it was the Katie Pearla app that I found it on... however I would ideally prefer somewhere with good local food.
Pizza definitely on the list, we love it - I have emailed Roscioli on Via dei Giubbonari for one evening (although now I'm wondering if we should just do take away pizza from here?) Would also like to try Forno on Campo De Fiori for takeaway Pizza.
I will look into your recommendations now,thanks, I would like to have two nights booked and then wing it on another evening and see what we find. Pizza would be a good cheaper option too on one night.
As I wanted to eat local to the Pantheon area on the first night I was wary of eating somewhere overpriced/too touristy hence the need for all help! We will have 2 train journeys to get to Rome and then a lot of walking so by the time we arrive back to apartment that evening to change etc I though it would be handiest to eat locally, may have to rework this idea if I cant find anywhere open!
Jetlag won't be a problem, we are coming from Ireland!thanks
Pizza definitely on the list, we love it - I have emailed Roscioli on Via dei Giubbonari for one evening (although now I'm wondering if we should just do take away pizza from here?) Would also like to try Forno on Campo De Fiori for takeaway Pizza.
I will look into your recommendations now,thanks, I would like to have two nights booked and then wing it on another evening and see what we find. Pizza would be a good cheaper option too on one night.
As I wanted to eat local to the Pantheon area on the first night I was wary of eating somewhere overpriced/too touristy hence the need for all help! We will have 2 train journeys to get to Rome and then a lot of walking so by the time we arrive back to apartment that evening to change etc I though it would be handiest to eat locally, may have to rework this idea if I cant find anywhere open!
Jetlag won't be a problem, we are coming from Ireland!thanks
Jul 23rd, 2013, 04:15 AM
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If you are coming from Sorrento, the food in Sorrento is quite different from the food in Rome (if you are not eating in tourist restaurants). Even the pizza is quite different. I have never found Katie Parla's attitude toward eating in Rome interesting or appealing, and I dislike "dining by the apps" in Rome, but that's just me.
There are two kinds of pizza in Rome -- one kind is served in slices "to go", sold by the weight, and it is usually tepid. The other is served as a huge round hot pizza, and eaten sitting down, with a knife and fork. As far as I know, Roscioli doesn't serve round pizza, but only pizza al taglio to go (as does Forno). I don't know what hours they are serving it. Also be aware that Roscioli also operates a fancy creative pan-Italian restaurant, with foie gras etc., so make sure you've got the right one.
One place you might like to know about is Lo Zozzone, which is just off the piazza Navona, which serves pizza bianca ripiene (stuffed) -- which are blocks of Roman focaccia stuffed with anything of your choice -- meat, veg, cheese, tuna, etc... Lo Zozzone is open continuously through the day. It is mainly take out, with a few tables outside, but it can be great when you are hungry and everything else is closed. Plus, it is fun food.
I think you do not need to take a bus and go somewhere else to eat while you are in Rome, even in August.
There are two kinds of pizza in Rome -- one kind is served in slices "to go", sold by the weight, and it is usually tepid. The other is served as a huge round hot pizza, and eaten sitting down, with a knife and fork. As far as I know, Roscioli doesn't serve round pizza, but only pizza al taglio to go (as does Forno). I don't know what hours they are serving it. Also be aware that Roscioli also operates a fancy creative pan-Italian restaurant, with foie gras etc., so make sure you've got the right one.
One place you might like to know about is Lo Zozzone, which is just off the piazza Navona, which serves pizza bianca ripiene (stuffed) -- which are blocks of Roman focaccia stuffed with anything of your choice -- meat, veg, cheese, tuna, etc... Lo Zozzone is open continuously through the day. It is mainly take out, with a few tables outside, but it can be great when you are hungry and everything else is closed. Plus, it is fun food.
I think you do not need to take a bus and go somewhere else to eat while you are in Rome, even in August.
Jul 23rd, 2013, 04:22 AM
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Jul 23rd, 2013, 04:24 AM
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Not sure if it's passe, but I really like the pizza at Baffetto
www.pizzeriabaffetto.it
Be prepared to go early or late because there are often queues.
Also the Chiostro del Bramante is a quiet cool place for drinks or snacks close to the Piazza Navonna.
http://chiostrodelbramante.it/
www.pizzeriabaffetto.it
Be prepared to go early or late because there are often queues.
Also the Chiostro del Bramante is a quiet cool place for drinks or snacks close to the Piazza Navonna.
http://chiostrodelbramante.it/
Jul 23rd, 2013, 04:29 AM
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Another point is that if you go to Il Fico your first night and you love the food, make a reservation on the spot and go back the second night. There is really no profit in "restaurant-hopping" in Rome for a short stay, especially if you have found a place near your lodgings. They will treat you very well when you come back, like a valued friend.
Jul 23rd, 2013, 04:34 AM
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I noticed reading the link to Rome Digest that Nonna Betta is open in August. This is a good place to go to taste the unique cuisine of Roman Jewish food -- but only go if you like fried foods. It is quite inexpensive. I don't know if they take reservations. They are in a beautiful corner of Rome
http://www.nonnabetta.it/
http://www.nonnabetta.it/
Jul 23rd, 2013, 04:42 AM
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Did not love: Due Ladroni @ Piazza del Popolo
Liked: Maccheroni @ Via delle Cappelle.
Loved: Osteria de Memmo @ Via dei Soldati (little alley near river) as well as Enoteca Corsi @ Via del Gesu which is open for lunch only and is closed Sundays. Best pizza at Baffetto is closed August!
Liked: Maccheroni @ Via delle Cappelle.
Loved: Osteria de Memmo @ Via dei Soldati (little alley near river) as well as Enoteca Corsi @ Via del Gesu which is open for lunch only and is closed Sundays. Best pizza at Baffetto is closed August!
Jul 23rd, 2013, 04:55 AM
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Steve - http://www.salumeriaroscioli.com/ is the one I was going to book, it mentions a restuarant and a bakery, is there another one as you mentioned? I don't want the fancier one on this trip!More casual dinning preferred that's kid -friendly this time!
Jul 23rd, 2013, 06:23 AM
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Yes, it is the same, but I don't think the restaurant in the back serves pizza, although they do serve bread with the meals from their own bakery.
I'm giving you this link to descriptions of what people ate when they sat down to eat in Roscioli to give you an idea of what to expect, not because I think you should take these people's opinions as definitive. You'll see they serve some classic Roman dishes, and also things like foie gras carpaccio or mango puree with tuna, and they charge a pretty penny for it. It's the kind of "foodie" place that doesn't really draw me when I'm in Rome. I just happen to like old fashioned Roman plates, and a warm ambience.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/roscioli-roma-3
For unfussy Roman eating, I do recommend Sor'Eva if it is open and not too far to walk. Il Fico sounds fine, and I reiterate that wherever your family goes the first night, if you have a happy experience, look at the menu again before you leave and if there are more dishes you would like to try, reserve for the following night. If they are closed that night, tell the people how much you loved their food and ask if they can recommend someplace else in the neighborhood. But if you can, stick with the cook who has made you happy already and who already likes your child.
I'm giving you this link to descriptions of what people ate when they sat down to eat in Roscioli to give you an idea of what to expect, not because I think you should take these people's opinions as definitive. You'll see they serve some classic Roman dishes, and also things like foie gras carpaccio or mango puree with tuna, and they charge a pretty penny for it. It's the kind of "foodie" place that doesn't really draw me when I'm in Rome. I just happen to like old fashioned Roman plates, and a warm ambience.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/roscioli-roma-3
For unfussy Roman eating, I do recommend Sor'Eva if it is open and not too far to walk. Il Fico sounds fine, and I reiterate that wherever your family goes the first night, if you have a happy experience, look at the menu again before you leave and if there are more dishes you would like to try, reserve for the following night. If they are closed that night, tell the people how much you loved their food and ask if they can recommend someplace else in the neighborhood. But if you can, stick with the cook who has made you happy already and who already likes your child.
Jul 23rd, 2013, 08:33 AM
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If you go "10 streets back", you are getting into a much better strike zone.>>
lol, stevewith, we're 10 streets back kind of people. that, and the recommendation for the Antica Taverna, is how we found Il fico. As you say, once found, it's an easy decision to go back again. i'm trying to remember what we ate - possibly some lamb? i do remember its being v good, and obviously, I'm not alone in thinking so.
lol, stevewith, we're 10 streets back kind of people. that, and the recommendation for the Antica Taverna, is how we found Il fico. As you say, once found, it's an easy decision to go back again. i'm trying to remember what we ate - possibly some lamb? i do remember its being v good, and obviously, I'm not alone in thinking so.
Jul 23rd, 2013, 02:20 PM
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So Il Fico have confirmed booking for our first night (and the pizza looks good!)
Antica Taverna are also open all year - has anyone an opinion on it? (Im seeing mixed reviews)
Not sure now whether to keep Roscioli maybe we should just drop in and eat at the counter for lunch - don't think you can book lunch ...?
If Osteria dell'Ingegno come back to me I'll book it instead I think....
I am also waiting to hear if Sorpasso are open for lunch in August after that I think we should leave our other few meals to chance - eek! See where it takes us!
Antica Taverna are also open all year - has anyone an opinion on it? (Im seeing mixed reviews)
Not sure now whether to keep Roscioli maybe we should just drop in and eat at the counter for lunch - don't think you can book lunch ...?
If Osteria dell'Ingegno come back to me I'll book it instead I think....
I am also waiting to hear if Sorpasso are open for lunch in August after that I think we should leave our other few meals to chance - eek! See where it takes us!
