Ristorante da Gildo in Trastevere — Restaurant in Rome

Shoutout to Uncle Tom for teaching us Rome’s best-kept secret isn’t a crumbling ruin. It’s Dagildo. Nestled on a cobbled side street, away from the noise of tourist traps and overpriced wine, this place feels like someone whispered it into your ear in a taxi ride through Trastevere.

Let’s talk pasta. I went in on the pesto and garlic tomato, each bite with a tomato was a love letter to the Italian countryside. And the pesto? That green gold could convert the most stubborn pesto skeptic.

Around me, people casually twirled spaghetti and bit into steaming slices of pizza, thin and crispy, and unapologetically perfect. And here’s the kicker: everyone looked like they’d just stepped out of a gym class. How? I don’t know. Pasta is obviously the secret to eternal youth and slim waistlines. Sign me up please.

Dagildo was amazing. A cozy, genuine spot with no...

I don’t understand what some of these reviews are complaining about. I came here while visiting Rome in June, and had a fantastic experience. As a side note, this place has been in business since I studied at John Cabot down the street well over a decade ago, and it’s definitely a staple in the neighborhood.

My friend and I arrived late in the evening toward closing time, and the service was still impeccable and incredibly accommodating. The two waitresses (who I believe might own the place, as they are sisters and told us it was a family owned establishment) were wonderful and welcoming. The restaurant is quaint/cozy, has a gorgeous patio that’s great for people-watching in the heart of Trastevere, and the diavolo pizza I ordered was very satisfying.

Will definitely return upon on...

A disappointing experience. We have been travelling in Italy for the past two months and have enjoyed meals at several eating houses. Unfortunately, this restaurant was not one of them. Either the place has changed hands recently or there are issues with the reviews and photographs. The plates that arrived at the table did not reflect the menu. The gratin anchovies were tasty enough, but came without any sauce or moisture. The roast lamb and artichokes was inedible. The meal was presented as grey sludge, with the meat mostly bone and gristle. The French fries came as potato crisps despite several discussions with the waiter. The prosecco was adequate, but the house red and white wines were below par. If you enjoy great local food and wine, you are best to avoid...