Taverna Trilussa

You pay for the experience here, so prices are higher than other restaurants in the area. The pasta is very nice but nothing amazing, and if you add a starter your bill will be quite high. Both of our pasta dishes tasted quite similar which was a shame. Loved the tennis racquets and photos on the wall though.

Taverna Trilussa in Trastevere offers a truly memorable dining experience, combining Roman tradition with warm hospitality. From the moment you step inside, the service stands out—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, making you feel like a welcomed guest rather than just another diner. The signature pasta, served in metal pans, is an absolute highlight. The tonnarelli cacio e pepe is creamy, perfectly balanced, and showcases the simplicity of great Roman cuisine. Another standout dish is the Mimosa ravioli in a rich, velvety sauce, bursting with flavor. The desserts are equally impressive—light, fresh, and beautifully presented. With its charming ambiance and excellent food, Taverna Trilussa is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience authentic Roman dining with top-tier service. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, this restaurant is worth the visit!

The food was amazing! We had the Amatriciana, Cacio e Pepe, and the Taglioni of the Prefect. We loved all of them, but our favorite was definitely the Taglioni of the Prefect – a must-try! The ambiance, interior, and decoration were also very nice, creating a cozy and authentic Italian atmosphere. The only minor issue for us was the heavy food smell inside, but other than that, everything was a solid 10/10. A truly authentic Italian experience!

Yes, it's a bit pricey. No, the service is not good it's actually excellent...very friendly, extremely professional, and helpful. If you order a wine and the waiter suggests another selection in the same price range say yes. If the description of a particular dish contains the word 'truffle', order it. Seriously, just go.

The food was amazing, I've never eaten anything like it. Best in starters, pasta, and dessert. The tiramisu was the best of all! It stole my heart. Make sure to book in advance, it's hard to get a table.

The Concierge of the hotel that we were staying at recommended this place in Trastevere. The food in the restaurant was excellent. One of the best ravioli I’ve ever had. The amatriciana was also very tasty and was served in a pan which added to the authenticity. The tiramisu was also to die for highly recommended when you are around the area.

Superb meal in their lovely terrace which was heated to perfection. Everything was great, the desserts were a slight miss!!the Zabaglione with berries was oversweet

Our hotel concierge recommended and reserved a table for us. A jewel at the heart of Trastevere! Our waiter Dario was extremely pleasant and knowledgeable. I speak Italian, but he also communicated effectively with my wife in English. When in Rome, definitely a must try but don't show up without reservation. The food is absolutely phenomenal and authentic. I wanted to order one of my go-to bottles of wine, but Dario suggested a local wine and said he would take it back if we didn't like it. However, it was a fantastic wine, even a bit cheaper than the one I had chosen. Brovo Dario! Torneremo la prossima Volta a Roma!

My wife couldn't stop talking about this place. Best food, wine, vibe etc. Now that she's shared this gem with me... I can't stop talking about the food, the wine, the staff, the feeling! Don't miss this one.

Taverna Trilussa is a Trastevere staple for us when we go to Rome. Food, ambiance, and service is always top notch. Our server was very knowledgeable and helped us pick out a bottle for the meal as well that we really enjoyed. a great spot for locals and tourists alike. You won't want to miss it!

We had an amazing authentic dinner at Taverna Trilussa in Rome. It's located in the hip Trastevere neighborhood. This neighborhood boats so many great restaurants, literally you can't have a bad meal there. Service was awesome and the wine my server recommended was divine!! The Bucatini all' Amatriciana with pecorino cheese and homemade bacon is a must try!!!!!! The pasta is fresh and delicious!!!! Try to make a RSVP if possible. We lucked out by getting a table.

I have been to Rome 63 times. I work there every 4 months for a week and Taverna Trilussa is the best restaurant in ROMA. No one makes better pasta. We know because I've been to all the good ones. Massimo and Maurizio the owners run the place with passion. The chef makes the food with love. They have the best AMATRICANA in Italy. The #1 Roman dish. There is a huge waiting list but don't miss it. Let me know how much you will love it! Bernard & David Hiller

Truly one of the best meals I've had in my entire life. If you like truffle you will LOVE the truffle pasta.

Don't wait- make your reservation now. What a lovely experience. Everything about this place is beautiful - the ambiance, the staff and most especially the food. We ordered our food with perfect recommendations from our waiter- who also suggested perfect wine pairings. We started with the roasted octopus - incredibly tender and flavorful. Then we had the bucatini in tomato sauce and the carbonara with truffles - both were delicious! Made with the freshest ingredients and cooked perfectly really a lovely evening. Made reservations for our next visit next week - chef's kiss to all!

Good and service was amazing. And plentiful. They do not skimp on portions! Pasta was so good

By far our favorite meal in Rome. We weren't sure what to expect initially as they sat us outside and near a service station but as the meal went on we realized we had the best seat in the house as we got to see the servers finish and plate many of the dishes right by us. We went with the several course tasting menu which came with various wines too which really made it a good deal even though it was a lot of money. Every single bite of food they brought out was amazing, and the service and atmosphere were so nice, befitting a really romantic and memorable meal.

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Definitely my favorite meal in Rome! The concierge at our hotel had recommended we try it out. We were so glad we did. We were seated inside. When you walk in you walk by a case with black truffles in them. I was drooling as we walked in walked in the door. We started with their Ravioli Mimosa (a two time award winner). The ravioli was stuffed with cheese and served with a DELICIOUS creamy sauce. I believe it was topped with pieces of scrambled egg, the recipe is a secret though. We also had burrata and prosciutto. It was obviously wonderful. Finally for mains, my husband had the seafood pasta and I had the carbonara topped with TRUFFLE. What I would give to have one more taste! The service was okay, as I found with most if not all restaurants so I let that slide. However, these are tastes that I will never forget. You've gotta try if you are in Rome!

Best of the best!! So glad we were able to experience Taverna Trilussa while in Rome. Must order pasta, served in pan that they prepare in!!

Came here upon recommendation of a trusted traveler and was lucky that our hotel was able to make us a reservation. It was simply a sublime meal, and I was so grateful for the patient staff as my daughter had a jet lag-related meltdown. I cannot wait to return with my husband so we can enjoy the truffle menu together, but the lobster pasta with fresh truffle was sufficient to tide me over. A memorable experience; I will always now recommend Taverna Trilussa!

In Rome for 4 days after a 10 day visit in the country. I called while in the states trying to get a reservation with no answer. Tried again when we arrived in Italy (not Rome - no answer). When we arrived in Rome, I called 13 times throughout our first day (evening & night) with NO answer. At this point is was comical that I couldn't get anyone to answer the phone & they don't take reservations via the internet. We showed up at exactly 7 to see about a walk in & we're unfortunately denied dining. What a sad & disappointing experience for a place we were so eager to try. If your looking for hospitality in Italy - try elsewhere!

This was maybe the best pasta dinner I've ever had. The cacio e pepe was perfect and the trail potatoes (patate strascinate) were amazing. I don't know why I chose potatoes as my contorno with pasta, but I'm so glad we did. The wine and the service were also excellent, and the prices were fair. An easy recommendation.

Delicious. Authentic. Great service. The staff was great and our food was outstanding

Yum yum yum!! I loved this spot! Best truffle pasta and best focaccia and amazing dessert. I highly recommend having at least one meal here when visiting rome. We went on a weekday and didn't require reservation but if you are going on the weekend please make one.

Where do i even begin?! If i could give 10 starts, I would! Let me tell you about this place!!!!! We did not have reservations!! because this place is booked for months in advance. We were celebrating our last night in Rome, and a birthday, We decided to go in and hope for some last minute opening! The owner, was the most gracious person EVER!!! he got us a table and made us feel so special!!!! and then we got Dario!!!!! whaaaaaaat?! what a gem! what a creative, knowledgeable wine and food connoisseur!! he made our night like no other!!!! Yes, we were so excited with all the recommendations and let's not even talk about the wine!!! that's just another 10 star story. We ended up being there for 4 hours and it felt like 20 minutes! we were in heaven!!!! We can not thank You guys enough for such a perfect night!!!! we will see you next year, and make sure to make a reservations in advance ;) Pro Tip-let Dario order for you. both food, wine, AND DESERT!

Taverna Trilussa is a well known, and highly regarded, classic Roman restaurant in Trastevere ("beyond the Tiber"), an area known for its winding streets, lively piazzas and vivacious nightlife. Taverna Trilussa is more expensive, quieter and more staid that its neighbors. This is the place you take your Nonna or your out of town business associates for dinner. Fancy, but not pretentious, with an extensive menu and an excellent wine list. While the food is very good, it lacks the soulfulness of the area. The service is very good as well, but you get the sense that they are relying a bit too much on their reputation. As much as I wanted to give them 5 stars, all that the food warrants is a 4.

Amazing food. Great service. Historic location. Yummy. Wonderful wine selection. Our first meal EVER in Italy. It was a winner!

The restaurant came highly recommended by our concierge at the pantheon hotel. The server was extremely friendly and nice. The food was mediocre. The pasta's were all very al dente even thought asked for well cooked and extremely salty. The only excellent pasta was the truffle pasta.

A bit pretentious as the food does not live up to expectations. Food is good, but not great. Cincinnati Kori Bellone Pas Dosè 2021 €34. Golden color and a bit mellow. Good value sparkler. Cantini Balzano/Kellerei Bozan Lagrein Perl 2021 €30. An excellent example of this grape and style. Fried mozzarella in pastry. Mild and unctuous. Rigatoni in cream sauce with sausage. Smooth cream sauce. Mild sausage. Gnocchi stuffed with mild Gorgonzola and with fresh tomato sauce. The gnocchi was too dense--not pillowy. Served in a beat up saucier--a gimmick which is totally out of place for fine dining. + service - attentive and friendly + cloth napkins with logo, made in Italy + tablecloths + hefty (no label) flatware + large (100s) wine list + padded commutable chairs + bagno with toilet seat + tavern atmosphere, but high-end feel, enjoyable

Can't recommend this restaurant enough! The service was excellent, and the food was one of the biggest highlights of our trip! Great wine, too!

Gotta be quintessential Italian cuisine! Homemade pasta that is to die for. My carbonara was great as was wife's ravioli. Fired on 8 cylinders with apps and sides but a bit stingy on the wine pours.

Taverna Trilussa is an iconic restaurant in the trastevere foodie region of Rome. There are so many good places to choose from but if you're in the mood for ravioli then this place can't be beat. Their ravioli mimosa is an all time favourite and is a special blend on the inside that they insist on keeping secret. For good reason too; this dish is creamy and tossed table side at times giving you the full effect of Italian service at its finest. The beef filet is hearty and extremely tender. However, I snuck a bite of the grilled lamb off my fellow diners plate and it was quite juicy and delicious as well. I never go to an Italian restaurant, especially in Italy itself, and don't indulge in stuffed zucchini flowers. They're just my absolute favourite and I bet it was the world class olive oil that they were fried in that made it that much more sublime. It's hard to make a choice of what you want considering everything looks mouth watering at Taverna Trilussa but whatever you choose, you can't go wrong.

Came here twice in our four day trip to Rome it was that good. If you like truffles this is for you. We didn't do the outrageous truffle tasting menu but the truffle eggs and the pasta with blue cheese and truffles were winners as was the suckling pig

Amazing. Arrive, soak in some real Italian time. Impeccable service, great vibe, scrumptious food. What a way to end a day!

Taverna Trilussa: After encountering countless restaurants in Rome with only one lonely vegetarian pasta option, Taverna Trilussa was a refreshing change. I actually had trouble deciding what to order. We wound up with the strozzapreti in cherry tomato sauce and the ravioli mimosa (a secret recipe). The strozzapretti was delicious and satisfying. The ravioli came in a creamy sauce that was vaguely cheesy and wholly delicious. Not the cheapest dinner option in the area, but I would definitely go back.

The food was "OK" but severely overpriced. In Rome, we had much better for far less. A generous 3 stars...

A great restaurant near the Tiber river in Rome. It has a legendary reputation, which is well warranted. The atmosphere, service and food are all great. The staff are extremely polite and funny. When I was reading other reviews, they all mentioned the staff being mediocre. However, I think that this place has really stepped it up in the service department. The atmosphere is great, with signatures from numerous famous people, such as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Roger Federer, Djokovic, and Shakira. The food is great, and not too expensive compared to the many. Tourist traps in Italy. I would definitely recommend this a place to anyone wanting to try some good, authentic Italian food.

Food was excellent, service was excellent and the staff was knowledgeable in offering recommendations. The ambiance was soft, warm, and pleasant. My suggestion is to make dinner reservations far in advance, since this restaurant is very popular, and with the busy season fast approaching you may not be able to get one if you don't plan ahead.

YUM! Best carbonara and cacio e pepe we had during our trip. Service was lovely. The pasta coming out in the pans that they're made in, beautiful touch. This was where we had dinner our first night in Rome and what a lovely experience it really was.

Food was delicious. Service was excellent. Make your reservation because this place is very popular! The prosciutto is a must!!

I can go as far as to say that my dinner at Taverna Trilussa last week was one of the best meals I've ever had... I'm SO glad I had the chance to eat dinner here on my vacation to Rome. I had called for reservations a few days in advance and when calling the women I spoke with said it would not be possible to get a reservation and they did not accept walk ins. After hearing all of the great recommendations from friends to go here for dinner, I was bummed to hear this from the restaurant. We had a long day out and decided to head out to dinner around 9:30/10pm and have Taverna Trilussa a shot. When we arrived, the host said it wouldn't be a problem and we waited about 10 minutes. So glad I didn't listen to the woman on the phone and showed up later. For starters we ordered a salad and the fried mozzarella. The cheese was unlike anything I've ever had, simple and more breading that I was expecting, but very delicious. For the main pastas, we ordered the ravioli mimiosa and the truffle pasta. Both were absolutely incredible, however, I expected to like the truffle pasta more and ended up LOVING the ravioli. There's a reason this dish has won awards. Desert we ordered chocolate mousse and sabayon, which were both very delicious as well. You can't miss Taverna Trilussa if you're visiting Rome! Also, found this restaurant to be extremely reasonable for all that we ordered. Coming from New York, there's no where you can go and order a bottle of excellent wine, 2 appetizers, 2 main dishes, 2 desserts for around $130 dollars. .

Mama Mia this is good chow! This is my favorite spot in Rome. I had the Bucatini alla Gricia and it blew my socks right off! The rest of the food looked amazing as well. Kate got the gnocchi with tomatoes, basil, and fresh búfalo mozzarella. Desert was the chocolate mousse and it is my favorite. What a great meal. Atmosphere excellent. You are surrounded by ham and that is never bad. The service is most excellent and very friendly. Price is right.

A must do restaurant in Rome. It's an icon and deservingly so. Ravioli Mimosa and L'Amatricciana are the two dishes you need to have before you die. Likely from happiness. Enjoy. I go every time I am in Rome, often 3-4 times in a weekly visit.

Absolutely amazing food and service. Traveling from the US you get some of the best food of Italy. Try the ravioli, I also had the bucatini dish which was second to none!

Taverna Trilussa in the fantastic Trastevere neighborhood of Rome is by far a favorite of our whole family! The atmosphere is exciting and lively, the service is spot on, and the food is by far the best you will eat, whether it is the incredible pasta dishes (Carbonara best in all of Italy) to the veal cheek, to the artichoke and even the desserts, BEST Mille Foglie ever (they are not all created equal unfortunately, but Taverna Trilussa knows how to do it right.) Unbelievable! We actually cut our trip to other parts of Europe short so that we could finish in Rome to have dinner at Taverna Trilussa. THE BEST!!!!

I came here with my boyfriend after my cousin recommended this spot to us after we told him we were going to vacation in Rome. I am glad we took his suggestion to come here because it was honestly the best meal I've had in Rome so far, we ordered two fried rice balls and a side salad to start off with. Then we ordered the bucatini pasta with tomato sauce and guanciale, honestly I'd go as far to say one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. It was so flavorful and rich, but not heavy. Then we finished off with tea and coffee with the tiramisu, again delicious and would definitely recommend. Aside from the great food, the staff were very kind and efficient.

This restaurant is absolutely wonderful! Best pasta of our trip. Ate dinner here on a Monday night at 8:30. Restaurant was full, so I was glad we made a reservation. The ambiance is on the nicer side and the prices are a bit more expensive than most other restaurants in the area. The wine list is quite expansive with bottles ranging from ~26 euro all the way up to a couple thousand. We ended up ordering a half liter of the house wine as we were leaving the next morning and wouldn't have been able to finish a full bottle. The house wine was the best we had in Italy, it had significant depth and was slightly dry. For dinner we ordered the ravioli and the bucatini all' amatriciana. Both were fantastic, but the raviolis were the very best I have ever had. That dish alone makes this restaurant worth the visit. Definitely get a reservation here and the try the ravioli!

This place was highly recommended to us, even our cab driver knew about how delicious this place is ! From the beginning of walking in the host greeted us warmly and gave us a few options where to sit . There weren't many tables available since there was reservations already booked but they still managed to get us in no problem ! Our waiter was exceptional and warming . The food and wine was amazing ! This is a must when in Rome ! The area is more laid back and the atmosphere is on point ! Perfect place for an authentic delicious Italian dinner ! I would totally come back here when I'm back in Rome

After receiving more than one recommendation to eat here on my honeymoon, I was so excited to try Taverna Trilussa! I was told it was hard to get into but we managed to get a late reservation. The service was awful - after being seated, our server took our water order and we didn't see him again for over 30 mins. After over half an hour of no one coming to our table, I finally got up and asked the staff if they could send someone to bring water and take our drink/food order. After this, service improved a bit but still pretty slow. The food was good but I expected more based on the buzz.

Excellent service, great pasta, extensive wine list and a very happening location in Trastevere.

Taverna Trilussa was wonderful. We had a selection of prosciutto and each had separate pasta dishes for entrees and they were all excellently prepared. Service was timely and attentive. I also really appreciated their wine list with just the things I wanted for a special night out. I would recommend this place to others in this area of Rome.

While visiting family that lives in Testaccio, my fiancé and I came to dinner here. From start to finish, it was amazing. I had the mimosa ravioli & my fiancé had the cacio e pepe. They're served in metal pans & everything was perfect. We also shared the milk braised lamb which was so fantastic. The other patrons were kind, the staff is kind and patient with our inability to speak Italian. We had a great time. Will definitely be back when we visit family again.

Not sure why this place is always so busy. It is absolutely not worth it. You cannot get there without reservations. We tried three times, then we finally were able to get in after making reservation. I think it is more touristy than local. Waiters speak very decent English. Menus available in English. You can hear mix of English and Italian. Setting in restaurant is tennis oriented. Large rooms inside. On positive side: It does have nice outside area. Huge wine selection. (Although very expensive.). Our waiter was very friendly and helpful. They seem to have large selection of salami meats and cheeses. On negative side: very very expensive and food just not worth it. Roasted lamb was not good at all. Pasta was just ok. Twice as expensive as in other nearby places (like Tonarello), but not coming even close in taste. We left mid way and went to another place to finish dinner.

Truffle pasta is AMAZING, but I think the rest of the meal was a little lackluster. I think if you stick to their pastas only you'll have a good meal, but their price point is also pretty high to take advantage of the more touristy clientele. You can tell the pasta is fresh and it has a delightful chewy texture, and they definitely do not skimp on the truffle. The other two dishes we ordered (some kind of potato side dish and then beef with balsamic sauce) were pretty meh. We managed to get in without a reservation b/c we went right when it opened, but it definitely did start to fill in as the night went on. Overall, probably would not come back: almost 30 euro for the pasta (even if it did have truffle), as well as around 25 euro for the beef and potatoes is just too much for what we got.

Possibly my favorite restaurant in Rome, out of many, many incredible options. The pastas are just about perfect, especially the ultimate Roman classics, the amatriciana and cacio e pepe. Serving them in the frying pan is a nice style touch, but it's almost besides the point -- these dishes would be amazing regardless of what they're served in. Some of our other favorites include the suppli and the bruschetta (maybe the best I've had in my entire life). I'm usually not a ravioli person, but that was pretty great too. There are a lot of great restaurants in Rome, and most have some variation of all of those dishes I mentioned (except the ravioli). The fact that Trilussa stood out to us as much as it did (on multiple trips to Rome, no less) is simply a statement about the quality of their food. Can't recommend it enough.

I started this review some time ago and I must say that I still think of this restaurant often. Fresh ingredients. Great pasta served in the pan in which it was prepared. The food was so good many folks were taking photos. One person was so enthusiastic about the food that he filmed it like he was shooting a NatGeo documentary.

On the strong recommendation of a friend who's dined here many times, I came for dinner on a Monday evening while on a trip to Rome. If looks were foreshadowing of the meal to come, it was a good start. The restaurant is nestled through a walkway lined by manicured trees and overhead lights. What lies behind is a patio with a few dozen tables and a bustling scene full of local diners. I started with a bottle of wine, which like just about all wine I had in Italy, was amazing. It served as the perfect pairing to what was a very good meal. We started with an app consisting of prosciutto and mozzarella. The cheese was warm and clearly freshly made just then. It was outstanding! We then had the Caccio y Pepe and mimosa ravioli. The caccio y Pepe was very good and has the perfect amount of cheese. The mimosa ravioli was very good as well, but it was spoiled due to previous dining experience the night before in which I had the best ravioli of my life. So the bar was set abnormally high. All in all though, the meal was very good. An overall great experience here with good/authentic food and excellent service.