Avec 55 In Tivoli

We came here this evening for the first time and had a great time. The food was excellent, and the service even better. The dishes were beautiful to look at and delicious to eat, but above all, they weren't the norm. The portions were adequate and the prices were fair for the quality of the products. We really enjoyed the homemade digestives offered. We'll definitely be back to try the tasting menus, confident in the experience, considering the chef's skill.

There are some restaurants or places that inexorably, almost, "force" you to leave a review, and I can't even be brief. In Rome, they jokingly say, "They take it out of your hands!" Obviously, this can have two meanings: extremely positive or extremely negative. Now, even though I'm not a "black belt" at reviews (meaning I leave them quite rarely), in this case I can't help but do it. In a positive sense, fortunately! We had a truly wonderful time at this restaurant! I found it by chance on "Gluto" (an app for finding nearby gluten-free restaurants, editor's note) during a visit to Villa d'Este for its special evening opening. I believe it's family-run, presumably a father, mother, and son team. We had booked by phone, and as soon as we arrived, we were greeted by the lady who good-naturedly, almost maternally, scolded us for not having informed us in advance that there were two celiacs among the diners: "We would have provided you with homemade gluten-free bread," she said, almost regretfully. Then we sat down, ordered, and everything arrived in perfect order and on time. Including the famous gluten-free bread, which had been specially prepared in the meantime (in the end, we only had to wait a few extra minutes for it, but it arrived hot and delicious!). The young man who served us (as I said, I presume her son) was friendly, smiling, helpful, and patient, considering that in addition to celiac disease, we also had a few other dietary restrictions. Furthermore, there were two children who, while not spoiled or naughty but rather well-behaved, nevertheless always require a little extra patience and helpfulness. The dishes, without going into specifics, were all extraordinarily good. Top-quality ingredients (pardon the pun), sophisticated plating and condiments that weren't "smoky" (that is, not the kind made with ingredients that fill your mouth just by mentioning them but aren't actually as special as they seem on the menu). Everything was presented beautifully, in the nouvelle cuisine style, without the excessively small portions that make you want to go get a sandwich from "Giggi 'o zozzone" when you're finished. However, the portions weren't meager, but not excessive either; not a crumb was left on our plates, and we all left the restaurant feeling full but not over-stuffed, which always indicates a good balance between the condiments and portions. Although it isn't an AIC-certified restaurant (and therefore gluten-free certified), or at least I believe it wasn't, even the gluten-free dishes were excellent, with a decent selection and attention to cross-contamination. Final notes: 1) The restaurant is small and seats relatively few; reservations are recommended. 2) The night we were there (unfortunately, and I feel sorry for them), the restaurant was empty, with only our table. This made the service almost "dedicated," and we felt even more pampered. However, I had the feeling that the service wouldn't have suffered even if it had been full. 3) I also noticed a well-stocked wine cellar, but I don't drink, so I can't speak to the quality of the wines, but those who enjoy a good glass will certainly find something good to drink. 4) For those who love their smartphones and internet, there's free Wi-Fi. In short, I believe that, fundamentally, this restaurant is run with a lot of love and passion for what is a complex profession, especially in times when compulsive reviewing carries the risk of negative opinions even for just a misplaced crumb. For me, all in all, a highly recommended place, and one I will gladly return to whenever the opportunity arises!

We visited this little restaurant before visiting Villa d'Este, and we highly recommend it! It caters to all tastes, even the pickiest! My son Roberto is very keen to leave a review: "The pasta with butter and parmesan was truly delicious, perfectly creamed, and the parmesan was excellent! The setting was truly beautiful, and all the dishes were captivating and delicious! I also tried my mother's fillet steak, and it was delicious! The desserts were also truly beautiful and meticulously prepared! I want to give more than 5 stars!"

Absolutely amazing experience! The carpaccio was delicious, full of flavor and perfectly prepared. The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, and the chef was truly outstanding — not only very passionate about his work but also took great care of our child, which made the evening even more special. The food overall was fantastic, every dish beautifully presented and full of taste. The chef also speaks English, which was a big plus for us. We highly recommend this restaurant – a true gem!

Small restaurant, but the culinary offerings are substantial. Excellent. Recommended.

A pleasant discovery. We chose the Omakase menu: 4 courses from appetizer to dessert chosen by the chef, some even off the menu. All good, but I found slightly bland flavors that did not impress me as I imagined. Given the policy of seasonality of ingredients, I will definitely try it again to try to add a star. Service could be improved, the guy in the dining room was prepared and kind, sometimes a little excited. Small and very welcoming place. Ideal for an intimate evening.

Always a pleasure to eat here at Raoul. Today for our anniversary. Without any doubt the best restaurant in this city and the best chef. Thanks for being here. p.s: the katsuobushi that moves with the hot rice is a spectacle 😄

Lovely hosts. Amazing food. I trusted the chef, and let him direct the meal.... Wowza! What a surprise.

Un locale piccolo e intimo, con piatti di qualità superba e incredibile finezza di un altissimo livello Vini incredibili Un accoglienza top

Un posticino raccolto a gestione familiare ma allo stesso tempo elegante. Piatti ricercati presentati e fatti bene con un occhio alla tradizione. Chicca: pane fatto da loro. Ampia lista dei vini con prezzi per tutti i “gusti”. Servizio attento. Prezzo corretto