Osteria dei Pontefici In Roma

I was in Rome for the second time and decided to bring my friends here because I absolutely loved it the first time. We came here for breakfast that time and loved it so much that we came back for dinner. Everything was delicious, and the service was simply amazing. We were literally surrounded by attention; it felt like we were being hosted. Unfortunately, the second time was completely different. I brought friends and talked a lot about this place and the high level of service. But the service was rather cold, without the warmth we felt the last time. About the food: I ordered the beef stomachs and eggplant baked with cheese—it was delicious, I can recommend it. One of my friends ordered pasta—it was also very good. But the pork with potatoes was very disappointing: two small pieces of meat and a few potatoes around the edges of the plate. It looked very poor and unappetizing. It was also strange that last time they served us Parmesan with our pasta, but this time they didn't. Meanwhile, the next table (apparently local guests) was served Parmesan with their pasta and even their pizza. It seemed a bit dismissive towards us. One more detail: last time, after both breakfast and dinner, they brought us limoncello before leaving. This time they offered us neither Parmesan nor limoncello—nothing. When the host came over and asked if everything was delicious, I pointed to the pork dish and said it wasn't very good. He offered to take it away, but we decided not to, so as not to create an awkward situation. I felt especially awkward in front of my friends because I had praised this place so highly, saying it was one of the best places in Rome—both for food and service. But their honest review: they wouldn't come back. Unfortunately, it's only been about five months since my last visit, and my impressions have completely changed. I'm very sorry to say this, but I don't plan to return either.

The food was okay. But please don't expect too much. Otherwise, spend a little more money and enjoy the wide range of alternatives.

Super peaceful atmosphere. Extremely welcoming staff. The food is exceptional. Thank you so much and a big hug from Lecce

Just had dinner. Excellent food... efficient and very kind staff. Unfortunately, I can only give it 5 stars...

Good food, good price and excellent service

We had an excellent lunch with carbonara, a real treat, we will be back

My family and I stopped at this osteria by chance. We ordered: tomato bruschetta, Roman-style saltimbocca with baked potatoes, spaghetti cacio e pepe, and spaghetti all'amatriciana. Everything was delicious. A lovely place.

The place of the heart! You are amazing!

The food is excellent, the service fantastic, and the location is truly beautiful, just steps from St. Peter's. We'll definitely be back.

The food here is delicious, wine amazing and the staff super friendly and kind. Thank you for being