Sora Lella In Roma

Exceptional food, service, class, elegance and history. The owner is kind and top-notch.

After many years of satisfying patronage, the disappointment arrived, bitter. It began with the enormous confusion caused by the "necessity" (instilled who knows where in an à la carte restaurant of this caliber!) to order two courses, one for each category (first course, second course, appetizer). It continued with the "sommelier" confusing a lively, crisp wine with a (red) wine from the refrigerator. It continued with daring gastronomic proposals such as gnocchi alla amatriciana with a pronounced spicy aroma (perhaps cinnamon); tradition dramatically trampled upon. All this for the modest sum of €228 for three people, for two courses plus dessert. And with all due respect to Sora Lella, whom so many of us loved!

The kindness and courtesy of all the staff, the top-notch food preparation and quality, the magical pairings, every dish a surprise, from the entree to the dessert, you never cease to be amazed...what can I say? "A fantastic place." A special thanks to Michele, who accompanied us throughout the evening, and to Simone for his kindness. A special thanks goes to those who were not present in the dining room but who allowed us to spend one of the most beautiful evenings of our lives... and... see you soon!

A historic Roman restaurant on Tiber Island that needs no introduction. First mention goes to the staff: professional, kind, and qualified. I purchased gift vouchers, and Elena fulfilled all my requests with courtesy and utmost availability. The atmosphere is welcoming, homey, and—given the size of the two dining rooms, spread across two different floors—permits relaxed conversation. Finally, the dishes are excellent and easy to digest, both for the quality of the ingredients and the cooking techniques. As a lactose intolerant person, I had no problem choosing and was able to enjoy every course on the "Sora Lella" menu (without any modifications or adaptations, as is usual for me), except for dessert, for which I was offered two valid alternatives. The wine list is also good and varied. We will definitely return soon for other delicacies and for the kindness of the Trabalza brothers and the entire staff.

Nice place. Three-hour wait for some very bland dishes, nonexistent children's food, hot, staff forgetfulness...

All top quality, professionalism and friendliness, thank you

Exceptional experience!! Delicious desserts, especially the hazelnut ice cream served at the end of the meal!!

Our expectations were high. It had been recommended to us. The service was polite. The food was very salty. First, Suppli. It tasted good but nothing special, and the linguini with Parmesan was very salty and not very flavorful. The gnocchi was too salty. Everything was very expensive, and it was impossible to verify the exact charge. A 10% commission on that. Service? We (3) found it pretentious, especially considering the prior regulations. Clothing and a two-course requirement. Dessert didn't count towards that. We were a little disappointed.

The Trattoria da Sora Lella's reputation is 100% true. We booked the day before without any problems. They welcomed us with kindness, friendliness, and professionalism. We ordered two tasting menus. The carbonara could be described as heavenly, the Roman-style artichoke was tender, and the frittata was delicious. The fettuccine with artichokes and bacon was truly delicious. I could have eaten 10 kg of their egg cream "alla Renato." I would recommend it hands down.

This is definitely one of the most difficult reviews I've had to write to date. The restaurant has a historic reputation that precedes it and is located in a truly unique location. It's a warm and welcoming place with original wooden ceilings. The staff is courteous, knowledgeable, and well-organized, as well as friendly and affectionate—you can tell they're professionals. A sore point is the entire reservation process, which is no longer possible by phone and therefore requires online booking. The things that make people turn up their noses, besides the €40 per person no-show fee, are the mandatory service charge, which is 10% of the total, and the requirement to order a minimum of two dishes per person, including appetizers, first courses, and second courses, excluding desserts, side dishes, and the cheese tasting, although this isn't the case in the latter case. I realize this might bother some people because it imposes a non-free dining experience, but let's be clear: when you finally get a seat, what do you do? Do you just take one dish? Come on... The restaurant always offers off-menu dishes that expand the offerings, although the real highlight of this place is the offal and giblet-based dishes, which make up at least half of the menu, all delicious and prepared the old-fashioned way. The first courses feature variations on the recipe, making them slightly more varied and interesting, so as not to fall into the trap of traditional Roman dishes. The restaurant's strength lies in its menu, which offers traditional Roman dishes that can no longer be considered contemporary but ancient, not outdated or out of fashion, a culinary philosophy that adds richness and identity to the Roman culinary scene. I would recommend this place if you have reasonable expectations regarding both the price and the culinary experience, but it's a must-visit if you're a fan of offal or dishes with nostalgic, savory flavors. As far as I'm concerned, if you live in Rome or know you'll be there well in advance, go at least once, because it's a must-visit for a complete overview of Roman dining. Excellent wine list!