Retrobottega

"A favorite neighborhood bar known for its espresso tonic, a refreshing cold coffee drink." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"You'll need to reserve a table at this moody hot spot in advance. The kitchen turns out thoughtful, poetic dishes that push culinary boundaries, and the best way to understand it all is by going for one of the no-holds-barred tasting menus. Expect seasonality, creativity, and traditional ingredients, but don't expect typical Roman dishes. Chefs Giuseppe Lo Iudice and Alessandro Miocchi are so dedicated to sourcing local products that they often spend their mornings foraging for goodies in the forests and fields just outside the city." - Maresa Manara

"Minimalist decor and clean lines characterise this restaurant decorated in dark tones, where the two owner-chefs have both worked in various Michelin-starred restaurants (and others) over the years. Modern cuisine which showcases seasonal ingredients in regional yet refined dishes." - Michelin Inspector

"The open-kitchen format has arrived in Rome at Retrobottega, a sultry and stylish restaurant in the city center. A squad of chefs led by Alessandro Miocchi and Giuseppe Lo Iudice prep, assemble, and plate within full view of communal tables. Lo Iudice and Miocchi revisit traditional recipes and techniques with creative innovations, and the seasonal menu focuses on local farmers and producers, with many of the greens and veggies foraged by the Retrobottega team themselves. The experienced foodie should book a reservation for 20 Bites, Retrobottega’s kaiseki-style tasting menu that showcases Retrobottega’s 20 most noteworthy dishes."