“The Genuine Roman Wake-Up Call”
Overall Rating: 5/5 Stars (for atmosphere and authenticity)
Picchiotto Cafe Bar is the kind of authentic Roman spot that every visitor to Trastevere should experience. It captures the typical spirit of these local places where many souls stop to start their day with a quick espresso, a perfect cappuccino, and a delicious cornetto.
The Local Vibe:
The location, situated right in front of a market square, is fascinating. It offers a perfect vantage point to observe this genuine Roman tradition unfold: locals bustling past, shoppers grabbing their morning fuel, and a steady stream of people stopping for a fast, delicious, stand-up breakfast. It is Roman life served straight, with no fuss.
Staff Charm (The Best Part):
And the staff? They are the heart and soul of the place. Their pure Roman accent, loud, fast, and full of characte was music for my ears, spreading across the place with the usual cheerful banter and quick-witted jokes that make you smile. They treat everyone like a local, even if your Italian is limited, making you feel instantly connected to the city's wonderful, slightly chaotic morning routine.
If you want a true, unfiltered taste of the Trastevere morning atmosphere, skip the quiet hotel breakfast and head straight to Picchiotto.
It is an essential part of the Roman experience!
Andrea Valacchi
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28 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Classic Rome "bar", 2 sandwiches and 2 coffees were €7
Matthew Scheifer
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02 Settembre 2025
10,0
Abbiamo preso degli aperitivi ottimi lunedì pomeriggio...i ragazzi simpatici e alla mano hanno scherzato e parlato con noi.Alla fine il ragazzo alla cassa mi ha offerto un limoncello.Grazie e a presto
Andrea C
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27 Giugno 2025
10,0
Wonderful place, I grew up there, I'm also in love with the waiter but he doesn't know it! Reply if you read! I love you. Marry me.
Sofia Baldolini
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25 Giugno 2025
10,0
Great place to have a cappuccino and cornetto in the morning. The staff were very friendly and patient with me as I am a foreigner, they speak English, but they loved it when I insisted on ordering in my butchered italian.
John Mackenzie
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12 Giugno 2025
10,0
I went for breakfast and asked for a gluten-free option. The waiter offered to make me a sandwich even though it wasn't on the menu. I was delighted with the service.
Pilar Alonso González
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11 Giugno 2025
10,0
Breakfast enjoyed on the terrace during a visit to Rome
Very good cappuccino and excellent homemade lemon cake!
Olivier
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26 Maggio 2025
8,0
Historic bar, in Piazza San Cosimato.
pasquale pangallo
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15 Maggio 2025
8,0
A lovely bar among the trees with good beer
רותי רוטנברג
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14 Maggio 2025
6,0