Mascalzoni Romani — Restaurant in Rome

Our flight back to the US was suddenly canceled and being a Sunday, last minute museum tickets were sold out but having lunch at this wonderful pizza spot made our day! We met Andrea, one of the owners who was so very kind and helpful. The food here was outstanding-I had the Cacio e Pepe pizza which was crunchy and spiced to perfection as well as a traditional suppli (fried risotto croquette) that was by far the most delicious I had in Rome. The store itself is tiny with two small standing counters on the inside and a few cafe tables on the sidewalk, but the food is scrumptious. I’m considering getting take out from here for dinner before my rescheduled flight tomorrow morning. Not...

If you haven't already tried this place, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR!?

Besides super yummy and "hitting the spot," it's at a great price for the quality and taste of what you're getting. I discovered this spot as i was walking down the street looking for a place to eat and boy oh boy am I glad I did! Went there 3 times because I liked it so much for a quick bite to eat. The two owners are the most friendly and welcoming pair and their warm personalities make you want to return again and again (they've helped me so much with my Italian too).

5+...

Best pizza in a 6-day Rome trip. Exceptionally high quality pizza. Chef (plus the entrepreneur) is super kind and enthusiastic about his food art. He is good at speaking English and willing and able to give you recommendations. Perhaps not the best place to eat in due to wrong music picked (loud and not fit to the atmosphere) and flies on the street. Nevertheless, it is still the best...