Locals' Favorites ✨ Pasta So Good You'll Need a Wall to Lean On 🍝

1. Hostaria Da Pietro (€30-100 per plate) The lobster pasta here is so aromatic that I couldn't resist having it twice during my trip! Homemade thin noodles, fresh blue lobsters, and a classic tomato sauce make for a perfect Italian seafood combination. The lobster is sweet and succulent, and the noodles are soaked in the sauce. 🦞 - Carbonara : The pork cheek is crispy and not greasy at all. The creamy egg mixture is rich but not heavy, perfectly complemented by the salty Pecorino cheese. It's a smooth and layered delight. 🍳 - Truffle Pasta : The handmade flat noodles hold the sauce beautifully, with a great texture. The truffle flavor is a bit subtle, though. 🍄 - Clam Pasta : Traditional and refreshing, with a hint of briny aroma. It's light and not greasy. 🦶 - Tuscan Steak (€35) : Everyone at the table ordered it, and it was surprisingly delicious! The crust is crispy, the meat is tender, and the fat is full of flavor. 🍖 2. Luciano Cucina Italiana (€20 per plate) Opened by Luciano, the former chef of the Michelin-starred Pipero restaurant, this place has the best Carbonara in Rome! The crispy pork cheek, creamy egg mixture, and perfectly handmade noodles make every bite a layered experience. 🌟 - Clam Pasta : Highly recommended! The clams are all shelled, and the handmade flat noodles absorb the broth beautifully. The sea flavor is rich, refreshing, and slightly sweet. The only downside is the portion size, which is quite small (about the size of a child's fist), and the price is a bit steep. 🦶 3. Matricianella (€16 per plate) A traditional Roman restaurant opened in 1957, using ingredients from local farms. - Chicken Liver Ragù : This dish showcases the Romans' skill in using offal. It's a perfect blend of flavors and has a homely, comforting feel. 🍖 - Carbonara : The flavor is average, with softer pork cheek. It's a safe choice but not particularly impressive. You get what you pay for, and the portions are generous and satisfying. 🍳 4. Ristorante La Campana (€12 per plate) The oldest restaurant in Rome, operating since 1518! The interior retains the old-school charm of a traditional trattoria. 🏛️ - Seasonal Asparagus Pasta : A light and refreshing option, with slightly sweet asparagus and a mild sauce. It's perfect for those who want something less oily. 🥦 - Carbonara : The flavor is a bit bland, with less egg mixture and a drier texture. It feels like a safe version for tourists. The upside is that it's cheap and comes in large portions. 🍳 🍝✨ Carbonara is a Roman specialty, and I had it at every pasta place I visited. The perfect blend of pork cheek aroma, creamy egg mixture, and salty cheese is what makes it truly satisfying! Here's my ranking of Carbonara from these four places: Luciano Cucina Italiana > Hostaria Da Pietro > Matricianella > La Campana! #Michelin #Rome #RomanRestaurants #RomanPasta #MustTryInRome #PastaLover #RomanCuisine