I dined at Osteria Il Grappolo D'Oro during a stroll through the center of Frascati, and I must say it was one of those experiences that makes you feel instantly at home. The atmosphere is that of a true Roman osteria: simple, authentic, and warm, with a welcome that immediately puts you at ease.
I tried the carbonara and the tonnarelli cacio e pepe, both truly exceptional: bold flavors, generous portions, and quality ingredients. The porchetta and abbacchio also absolutely deserve a special mention. All of this was accompanied by an excellent Castelli wine, which paired perfectly with the traditional Roman dishes.
What struck me most, however, was the kindness of the staff: you can sense their passion for their work and their attention to their customers. The atmosphere is rustic and authentic, just like the old osterias of yesteryear, where you can eat well and spend a pleasant, informal evening.
The quality-price ratio is also excellent. If you're in Frascati and want to eat authentic Roman cuisine, this place is a must. I'll definitely be back to try other dishes on the menu.
Giuliano Tarquini
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19 Maggio 2026
10,0
I'll be back with great pleasure.
Thanks Stefano!
Paolo Petrillo
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17 Maggio 2026
10,0
Authentic and characteristic Frascati restaurant.
The owner is welcoming and friendly.
Recommended for an authentic experience.
Giuseppe Virgilio
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16 Maggio 2026
10,0
The place is a bit small, but it's located right in the center of Frascati.
The staff is very welcoming, kind, and helpful.
The food is truly delicious, starting with the appetizers and especially the Carbonara!
Marco Dodi
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26 Aprile 2026
10,0
Fantastico... super friendly hosts. We'd be happy to come back.
Frank Bigalke
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19 Aprile 2026
10,0
The carbonara and cacio e pepe were delicious!! The porchetta was special, and the house white wine was excellent. The atmosphere was informal and friendly, and a chat with Isabella and Stefano was included in the price. Everything was perfect. Highly recommended!
ALESSANDRA
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20 Marzo 2026
10,0
Perfect authentic Italian experience.
The food was absolutely AMAZING and here you get the chance to feel like a local amongst locals.
Will definitely come back when in Frascati.
Thank you.
100% recommended!!!!
Vlad Vasiliu
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20 Marzo 2026
10,0
We had lunch with the family on Sunday.
A very quiet restaurant in the center of Frascati with the option to eat outside.
The owner was very friendly and entertaining, and we ate wonderfully.
The carbonara was excellent, and the homemade porchetta was a must-try, even mentioned in the Financial Times.
In short, it had all the ingredients for a pleasant spring Sunday outdoors. If you're in the Frascati area, I highly recommend it.
And above all, the price was super fair.
Maria Elena Di Mario
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17 Marzo 2026
10,0
Fantastic! We were thrilled to find such a wonderfully authentic place. The suckling pig is unparalleled in Europe. The wine donut was something completely new for us and has sparked new ideas.
Bine
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06 Marzo 2026
10,0
A very traditional and welcoming atmosphere; the lady served us almost at closing time and was very kind. The food was of good quality, thanks to the raw ingredients and prepared according to tradition without too many compromises.
Carmine Liberti
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01 Febbraio 2026
10,0