It was NOT for me!

I have been in Rome for 3 days and I have only had one- yes one note worthy meal- and it was NOT from this restaurant.

When I told my sister that I was not enjoying the food in Rome she asked had I been to the popular spots. I told her no, but I would give one a shot. While I am not active on social media, I understand that this particular restaurant is all over the gram and tik tok. Mainly for the women in the store front “ making” fresh pasta. Let me just say it’s just code for- tourist being your money our way!! To keep it short and simple, I was NOT impressed.

When I arrived via taxi, there was a line of about 15 people. However, since I was only wanting a table for one I was seated rather quickly at an outside table. A staff dropped off a menu and asked if I wanted anything to drink. I declined the offer for a drink. since I have been in Italy I have just been walking around with my own water bottle that I packed from home and filling it up at one of the many free water sprouts around the city. No need to pay for the water that is already free to everyone.

After a few minutes of being at my seat, the staff returned and asked if I was ready. I had not even had a chance to review the menu so I had to ask for a few additional minutes. After viewing the QR code menu that was translated to English I opted for a pasta dish with a basil sauce. I don’t recall the name, but believe it’s the only basil dish on the menu.

The food was dropped off at my table in about 5 minutes. When I took my first bite- I was not impressed. The pasta was undercooked. I am very aware that some prefer their pasta to be Al dente. However, I don’t, and I actually don’t think this was Al Dente. It taste like they literally dropped the pasta in and immediately took it out. The consistency of the pasta was bad. Additionally, the basil did not have a strong taste. I was expecting this to be very flavorful, but on the contrary it was very bland.

To sun everything up- I would NOT suggest patronizing this restaurant. The food is just not good.