Il Cigno Caffè Pasticceria — Restaurant in Rome

My wife and I have passed by this caffè many times but never stopped to try it until this morning. It is one of those local italian caffès that have been around for years without much change offerinf coffee, pastries etc and is extremely popular with local community. I expect is a place where families continue to frequent the place one generation after the other. It is not cheap so I am guessing most frequented by the upper middle-class +. Having said all that the environment is pleasant but was not outstanding. We just had coffee - a long espresso for me and a cappuccino for my wife. A simple enough order for a very traditional Italian caffe right? Well the presentation was nice but the quality of the coffees was extremely disappointing - especially given we were paying over 2 times the price you would usually pay in other local caffès. No need ro return there but good luck to them and their enthusiastic clientele...

Absolutely incredible experience at il Cigno! This charming little bakery on the outskirts of Rome is a hidden gem. Their sandwiches are simply amazing—fresh, flavorful, and made with such care. The wine selection was spot-on, but what truly set this place apart was the warm and welcoming service. As foreigners, we felt right at home.

The staff went above and beyond, surprising us with free samples of sandwiches and treats as we ordered more. It was like a culinary tour of Italy in one spot! We discovered so many new flavors, including caper flowers—an incredible discovery that tastes like capers but offers a unique twist.

Every bite was a delight, and the genuine hospitality made it an unforgettable experience. If you're near Rome, do yourself a favor and visit il Cigno. 100% recommend!

**Esperienza assolutamente incredibile da il Cigno! Questa piccola panetteria nei dintorni di Roma è una gemma nascosta. I loro panini sono semplicemente fantastici: freschi, saporiti e preparati con tanta cura. La selezione di vini era perfetta, ma ciò che ha davvero reso speciale questo posto è stato il servizio caldo e accogliente. Come stranieri, ci siamo sentiti subito a casa.

Il personale è andato oltre le aspettative, sorprendendoci con assaggi gratuiti di panini e dolcetti man mano che ordinavamo. È stato come fare un tour culinario d'Italia in un unico posto! Abbiamo scoperto tanti nuovi sapori, inclusi i fiori di cappero, una scoperta incredibile che ha il sapore dei capperi ma con un tocco unico.

Ogni boccone è stato un piacere, e l'ospitalità genuina ha reso l'esperienza indimenticabile. Se siete nei pressi di Roma, fatevi un favore e visitate il Cigno....

If there were even less, I would give it... It seems to be as an high class café so they take 4.5 euro for cappuccino and cornetto. The cornetto is dry. When you try to seat outside (not a garden or luxury, just fenced chunk of the street which haven't been cleaned for a long time) the waiter blocks you with his body and demands extra 5 euro just to seat. Above all that (actually before)- a rude behavior of the waiter to the street sellers who try to supply...