We're Obsessed with Rome's Famous Pasta Dish

Join us on a culinary adventure through the heart of Rome, as we search for the city's most delicious carbonara. In this video, we visit three different restaurants, each renowned for its pasta dishes, and taste-test their signature carbonaras. From traditional to modern twists, we explore the diverse flavors and techniques used to create this classic Italian dish. By the end of our journey, we reveal our pick for the ultimate carbonara in Rome, and leave you craving a plate of this mouth-watering pasta. Whether you're a foodie or simply love a good travel vlog, this video is not to be missed!
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[@PeacefulDogTraining]

Thanks to you, we went to Trattoria pizzeria da Michele for our first dinner in Rome and had cacio e pepe. It was amazing! We told the waiter and his family that you referred us there. They spoke very highly of you and said to tell you hello.

[@GeorgieB1965]

I don't really see/hear too many reviews that are genuinely honest like yours, unless I'm watching an old Gordon Ramsay show. Keep up the good work.👍

[@homerchap]

I’m still sitting in Restaurant da Michele and had cacio e Pepe for the first time. I have nothing to compare it to, but it was soooo good! We went to the Colosseo this morning and came here based on this video.

[@ckmucci]

Which Restaurant da Michele did you go to? There are several and want to be sure to go to the same one

[@homerchap]

@@ckmucci I went to one about 10 minutes or so from the colosseum

[@ckmucci]

@@homerchap Do you remember if it was the Restaurant da Michele or Pizzeria de Michele?

[@homerchap]

@@ckmucci it says Pizzeria. It was at Via Merulana, 236/237/238, 00185 Roma RM

[@ckmucci]

@@homerchap Thank you so much!! That's the one I was hoping it was 😊

[@jsumalini3032]

Sir,the way u r eating ur pasta, cutting them off near ur mouth but taking care that u r not putting it into someone else's plate but holding it on ur fork and putting it on ur plate is excellent.please teach ur companion too.❤😅🙏

[@galinschi_studio]

Thank you guys here in Rome with my girlfriend for a week and decided to visit the places you guys have recommended, and so far, every recommendation has been phenomenal.

[@ednaatluxton4918]

I love your honest opinions and backed up with the videos. Maybe because alot of tourists have no clue how real pasta should be cooked or sauced, give their opinions based on that. Whereas you two are experts when it comes to Italian food so your opinion holds water. ❤

[@BenWinder108]

July 13 we land in Rome from Canada! 🇨🇦 second visit let’s gooooo

[@chrishull4293]

Your video recommendation is working! I went there a week ago for lunch and the carbonara at Da Michele has now gone up to 14 Euros. Yes, still worth it. Had a half liter of the house wine which was really good as well.

[@MobileConcepts1]

3 pasta dishes? Um, you missed the most underrated one; Pasta Alla Gricia. I just came back from Rome last month where I had the best version at Da Enzo al 29. Soooo good. So much more flavourful than Cacio e Pepe, and a nice alternative if you dont want egg or tomato sauce. La Gricia is a Rome staple guys. And Da Enzo was by far our best meal in Rome, definitely worth the wait! Every restaurant is allowed an off night, we went to Nanarello the night before (highly recommended) and my Amatriciana was soupy and soft like Chef-Boyardee. Give Da Enzo another chance. Also Best Tiramisu.

[@miller1246]

I appreciate your HONEST reviews!! My entire trip to Italy this coming fall is based on 2+ years of note taking from KZbin & Google Map reviews. I've found so many "off the beaten path" restaurants from "walking" the streets via Google Maps (& the attached reviews) -- I can't wait to try them! Unfortunately we just took Rome off our itinerary for fall so we could squeeze in Venice, San Gimignano (thanks to your video!), and Cinque Terre. We'll have to return to Rome another time (spring?). Grazie for your videos and HONEST reviews!!

[@Cosmopavone]

that's because the guy is italian..of course italians are stricter when judging pasta cause they tried a lot of it and what can be perceived as good by foreigner can be average for them.. A hint for foreigners would be to look at italian food bloggers videos with automatic subtitles and not foreign food bloggers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXfClJisnp6pqNE

[@natspencer5799]

For the love of God don't go to Venice for the food unless you know exactly where to go

[@lindagarrido4353]

@@natspencer5799 Cannareggio and San Pol have the best food in Venice. Stay away from San Marco.

[@BakerVS]

I can cook amazing amatriciana pasta, but carbonara has some kind of magic that I haven't been abe to recreate. In Rome we ate at a small place in Trastevere. There were some other places with a huge line, but this place had no line, and the menu was only in Italian. I'd like to tell you what it's called, but they don't seem to be on google maps. It was somewhere close to Piazza Santa Maria. The rigatoni carbonara were just extraordinary. Creamy, hot, cheesy, peppery, perfect. They explained to me how they do it, and it's the same as everyone else: guanciale, pecorino (and parmigiano), and yolk. But somehow, theirs is just miles better than every other carbonara I've ever had.

[@stephaniefrechette6540]

I went to Rome in March and we tried many restaurants. I found most of them because of social medias and was so disappointed with the food in Rome. I should have watched your videos before to go. Now, I just want to go back. Your videos are perfect. 👌 Thanks!

[@HA05GER]

I've always found get away from.the tourist areas head back from the main streets where the locals go. You usually get a far better product.

[@mfryan8]

Where is a list of the restaurant names?

[@elizabethmason6302]

Me and my friend went to Da Enzo in February, we were there 1st thing for lunch and I wonder if that’s why we didn’t have the quality issues you guys had. But I agree, out of the places we ate, I wasn’t blown away by Da Enzo and I’m excited to be staying out of the major tourist zone when I’m back in Rome next week. Love your videos ❤

[@juancamilosamaca5605]

Its not bad to be honest and give your view on something, as long as it is respectful, people shouldn't be offended by it. Keep the honest work!!

[@charles4294]

Hey y'all! I cannot thank you enough for the recommendation for Ristaurante da Michele. The carbonara was magnificent!! Madonna mia!

[@ckmucci]

Which location did you go to? Trying to figure it out so we can go!

[@vonlipi]

I would really appreciate it if you would put the restaurants names in the description! That would help a lot

[@littlecookingtips]

Thank you for your honest reviews! We totally agree, for instance we do not agree that Al'antico vinaio is one of the best panino shops in Firenze. We found many more migliori negozi with amazing panino. Sending you guys our love from Greece!

[@Sixx28]

I love seeing that you talk highly of Acqua Panna. My favorite bottled water. Reminds me of being in Roma and drinking from the Nasoni.

[@margaritapal2979]

Thank you because every time you visit a place they give an honest and informed opinion. I really appreciate your opinion.

[@karenmar1529]

The first place was making me really hungry seeing how you both enjoyed it so much. Love your reviews.

[@brittneykorell]

You two are so adorable! Thank you for this video. You were very polite yet honest. We will be in Rome next month for the first time so we are so excited!

[@stephaniegillette1101]

I love the honesty from you two. In fact I just love ya! Love from the UK. XxX

[@jmdecato]

I enjoyed your video of Rome and used it on my trip. I came across today a must restaurant you should put on your list to review near Torre Argentina that I think is a serious contender for the Cacio e Peppe. The restaurant is Bottega Tredici. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the pecorino formaggio was glorious. This full Italian walked away totally stunned in a good way. I might have to go back and test the Carbonara tomorrow!

[@kristy77a]

Thank you for this video (and others; my wife and I particularly enjoyed the Siena and San Gimigniano tour). Request: please (unless I’m totally overlooking them) put in your program notes the names of the three restaurants. Thanks!

[@MommaARA]

Agreed, maybe the chefs are having a bad day or training someone new, too busy for demand, any number of reasons why the food was a bit off. It may just be an off day. They did look like they were working hard to serve everyone. The first place I will keep in mind and share with my daughter.

[@josannefromin7750]

I absolutely love your videos, this one is so great for the truth, I know that I want to go t Italy, your news are fantastic............thank you so much.......Namaste

[@Dc-jg2ti]

So I’m in Rome right now, just got back from Ristaraunte Da Michelle per your guys recommendation. This place was amazing. My only regret was only ordering one dish for myself. Should have done two like Jesse did. This place was everything I was hoping to find in a place in Rome. Thanks for this video!!

[@jillybean55]

Many thanks Jessi and Alessio for your honesty and candor - you’re awesome! Yes, it’s always cool to see your videos where you find places that you can recommend / give your highest rating / are excited about (like Arthur Street in NY). However, it’s also extremely helpful to hear about your experiences with places where you had a different opinion than the popular vote/ratings. People are free to make their own decisions and can choose to try or not try based on your analysis/evaluation (people have different preferences). Thank you again - your trip to Rome was a fabulous idea - looking forward to seeing more videos!

[@anam2293]

My favorite Carbonara is at Tonnarello in Trastevere❤️ 🇮🇹 but I’m saving this video for my next trip to Rome! Thank you 😊

[@shannonmacdonald8235]

I visited Rome about 5 years ago and the best food we had was in Trastevere. Also, the Capuchin crypts was a great historical tour if you have a chance to see it!

[@cristinasconiers8502]

A parte il cibo tutto buono della nostra meravigliosa Italia che mi manca un sacco, io vorrei davvero fare i complimenti a Jessi perche' e' di una bellezza disarmante, elegante e posata. Una ventata di aria fresca.

[@maryjordan7649]

Your channel makes me hungry. Hope to see more food! Italy is a place I'd like to see....as I probably won't your channel fills the void some.🙂🙃🙂

[@maryvalentine9090]

Whenever I make pasta I always use whole-grain pasta because I’m a diabetic. All that pasta made from Refined flours cause huge spikes in insulin and get absorbed quickly, which causes problems.

[@SimonMetin]

LOVE THIS, but...how could you miss Luciano?? He is the King of Carbonara and it is sooooooo good.

[@stevepool8034]

Ah Guys, great review. I wish we'd had these tips when we went there in 2014. We spent a week near the Colosseum, walked the same streets, and it was hard to find good food consistently. It was a lot easier the week before in the Latin Quarter of Paris. Keep on traveling and eating. Love the vids.😊

[@azengland100]

Cacio e pepe is the best! It'll probably be the first thing I eat when we get to Italy in September...

[@qbaqban]

What a timely video for us! We are going to Rome in July, so this video was so helpful. We especially loved your honesty when it comes to flavours, that is something that missing in many other reviewers. What about Venice? We know there are many tourist traps, expensive places... ;) Thanks!

[@michelinodellelce3415]

Yes it's true. But there are also many places where locals go (e.g. i bacari, for inexpensive finger food and a glass of prosecco). Although Venetians could be a little grumpy, try to learn where they eat out.

[@SJSHHR]

We stayed in the apartment directly below yours in April. Those steps were a challenge. The view was totally worth it.

[@Nick-ge7ug]

For me I ate the best carbonara (and pasta in general) ever at Roscioli

[@lindagarrido4353]

I also stumbled upon Da Michele and the food was excellent!

[@ckmucci]

which location did you visit please? I am trying to plan for our trip in April so thank you!

[@melodia8260]

This is the truth. Best Carbonara. I want to go back just for the pasta carbonara

[@sinepari9160]

Take Alessio to Greece! That would be interesting.

[@henryronowikromo8505]

Hi Jessi & Alessio, Greatjob!!! We will visits Rome for 2nd time. Thanks a lot. Ciao...!!! ;-)

[@gerrit-jandeurnink1713]

Thanks for the reviews, im planning a solo trip to Rome and with these recommendations, ill have a place to start with dining :-)

[@SuperSkittyCat]

Having family in the restaurant business for 50 years. It sounds like that restaurant is probably good, but understaffed for their increase in popularity. I would try to visit them one more time later on.

[@Cool-yh5cz]

It’s almost never worth it to queue for a restaurant.

[@romulus_]

@@Cool-yh5cz that's my personal principle on the matter. never stand in a long line for food. hype is hype.

[@josephpettit8572]

I'm all sceptical of any menus in english. I rather eat where the locals eat and in local language.

[@sinepari9160]

That burrata looks amazing!

[@wendylou8963]

I really appreciate your honesty. I can tell by your facial expressions before you talk if it's good😂❤

[@brightgoldstar]

Great honest reviews. And it it true that tourists ruin everything they flock to.

[@rebelcolorist]

Mandi! I'm surprised you didn't go to Monosilio... Apparently levels beyond delicious, but you'll pay dearly for it... Worth a try next time 😉😉 Cincin! 🥂

[@yellowbird30]

Totally hitting up the first restaurant! 😋😋😋😋

[@chrrytree]

Going to Rome in a week! Will be adding your recommendations to my itinerary! Thank you for your work!

[@gwenatilano9481]

Thank you for your honesty.

[@PTE399]

Thank you for your honesty! 🙏🏻🕊❤️🕉

[@scgsknuckles]

We left Roma yesterday and wish we saw this a week ago! Luckily we managed to find fantastic restaurants and they all had the Acqua Panna!

[@lisaharvey3453]

Left Rome this morning and I wish I’d had this video a few days ago. Love your videos. Keeping them coming.

[@magalenaszerla]

Our favourite in Rome was Hosteria Romana.

[@isabelaandzico]

I’ve been all over Itália 🇮🇹 and I’m a true turophile! Of course I LOVE the food but I WILL eat any cheese 🧀 by itself: from fresh burrata to the most pungent Taleggio! 🇧🇷🇵🇹🩰❤️

[@richarddenny5340]

I'm so hungry now for pasta and it's 6 in the morning here

[@alex.duetsolutions]

Going to Rome in a month and my Airbnb is near Ristorante da Michele 😍 for sure mentioning your video was the reason I went, can’t wait!

[@cicchiamichael]

Oh man I am getting too hungry now.😋😋😋😋😋 molto buonissimo.🥰

[@kerryanne28]

I love to hear both your opinions… Italian food is my favourite ❤️ xxx

[@fefetegs8994]

Just stumpled on u both💕✨grazie

[@avonlave]

IVO!! Best pasta dish I've ever had. And I've heard their thin crust Roman style pizza is great too.

[@LisaEicholtz]

Thanks for the honesty

[@marsdoria189]

I'm going to Italy next year. I can't wait to go to the restaurants you recommended.

[@enricomolfino8164]

Ragazzi nell'autentica carbonara è tassativo il guanciale , mai la pancetta , pasta al dente e la panna non la si deve nemmeno nominare per sbaglio . Sui social dicono tantissime cavolate e molti locali campano di rendita , bisogna sempre constatare di persona e non farsi condizionare ; bravi , continuate così , avete una gran bella onestà intellettuale , complimenti

[@lauraautry6992]

Hi…always love your videos in Italy. The food looks really good. I agree a smaller cafe versus a large restaurant is better when it comes to taste. Hopefully I will visit Italy. Love you both 🤗🤗

[@pietroraffaello5230]

Siete fantastici! Complimenti

[@almogazoulay7684]

Thank you so much for the recommendation of Da Michele! The pasta and pizza were dreamy 🤩

[@ckmucci]

Which location did you go to?

[@lalida6432]

They don’t make Carbonara very often in places in the US because there’s this idea that because you don’t actually cook the eggs through (even though it cooks in the noodles) that it’s a health hazard. Most Americans don’t know Carbonara at all.

[@fionaroe2357]

5:23 I was in Da Enzo and had the Cacio e Pepe in July 2021. I had the same experience; the pasta was over cooked and the sauce had separated and was too liquid and grey in colour. I was eating alone and given a bad table after queuing for over 30 minutes to get a seat. I would not re or go back. I think in the past it was probably a good simple place but it’s fame on social media has had a negative impact on the food quality. There were also far more foreigners than Italians there which is not a good sign either.

[@FANNIX-]

4:42 bro cheeew 🫣😂

[@annieterminetschuppon7232]

As any place, don't go where tourists are recommending through trip advisor. Stay away, go where local go

[@AlbanianPatriot-r8h]

Jessi, learn how to use that fork and stop vomiting the spaghetti back into your plate

[@tedrao1393]

Potrei dire che era Da Enzo solo guardando il carattere del menu! Un posto buonissimo!

[@perlilliefelth69]

So fun that Italian food always tastes best in Italy 🇮🇹. Makes me wanna book a flight to Roma. ❤️❤️❤️

[@keithss67]

The first place looked great. Home made wine and delicious pasta. The huge lines at the 2nd place is a turnoff

[@ckmucci]

Jessie!! I LOVE your purple and white dress! Where did you get it? Thank you for all your tips! We are headed to Italy next month and will be visiting some of your favorites!

[@ericpmoss]

Yummmm. A local shop in Martina Franca has burrata affumicata, and it is glorious on tomato focaccia. What made the burrata you tried so different?

[@tylerbrown4171]

Allessio has to be related to the fantastic French actor, Pio Marmai.... they are definitely one another's doppelganger!

[@VickyVernon-tw9kx]

Hi jessi and Alessio im new to the channel and I love watching you both ❤️ you make me smile every time I watch 😊 you are a beautiful couple love you guys and I love and miss Italy 🇮🇹 ❤️

[@switt3203]

Great vlog🤩, I hope one day my husband and I make it to Italy 🇮🇹 💚🤍❤️

[@michaelsterps9765]

There are 4 Roman pasta dishes, you missed pasta alla gricia, which is definitely under-rated among the four.

[@ckmucci]

I LOVE all of your videos! Thank you!! We are off to Rome in April- WHICH location of Restaurant da Michele did you visit? I want to go there!! Keep up the great work :)

[@lalida6432]

OMG, I love Carbonara. It’s my death row meal.

[@eduardoohashi7456]

I follow you guys on Instagram. Love your posts. Thanks for posting that. I am Rome now and going to check the Michele restaurant

[@bubbles-o72]

I love both of your honest review. Keep it up.

[@Lou_Snuts]

I am surprised that you did not consider Luciano Monosilio's place. His pasta is made "on premises" and extruded through bronze dies. The carbonara and cacao e pepe use the traditional ingerdients; however, Luciano's technique sets him apart. For carbonara, he blends the egg yolkscand cheese over a double-boiler (zabaglione technique). Then tempers the egg mixture with pasta water. Finally, while still on the double-boiler, he whisks in the rendered fat from the guanchale (the Hollandaise method). Try Luciano Monosilio's place next time.

[@cicy8167]

Keep being honest, that's why I watch you.

[@AN-jw2oe]

Thank you for this, can’t wait until we go in September! I guess one just can’t go low carb when visiting Italy, huh?? 😆

[@We_R_Hitched]

Love you guy's videos! But I can never forget that Alessio gave Ragu a 5 🤣

[@robynjefferson4779]

I love Roman cooking.

[@AndreaIppolitoIppo]

Quanto sei bella Trastevere ❤ Miss you 🥲

[@kenjirocs2006]

its 6:00am and i started to cook pasta :))

[@fabulouslyK10]

Guys it would be helpful to put the names of restaurants and their locations in the description. Thanks

[@bethking7348]

Drooling 😂❤

[@cenk82]

Do you have a video about how Italians stay lean despite the fact that so much carbohydrate? 😅

[@Brooksie603]

It's funny how you said that maybe because the second restaurant got too big based on so many good reviews on social media and the food may have been affected because now they are getting crowds to get in there. It reminds me of a popular online pizza critic who was told by one owner that he did NOT want him to review his pizza because his shop is small and he cannot handle a large amount of people coming in. He of course still reviewed it but (jokingly) said, don't come here.

[@TravelswithTommyandLori]

That's one of the biggest problems we run into.... We get raked sometimes because we give honest reviews (especially on NewsBreak). If it's not good, we're not going to lie and say it was great. No one wants to spend their hard earned money and have a bad food experience. And we always do like y'all just did and tell people to come try it for themselves because our bad experience might have been just a bad overall day for that restaurant but doesn't mean the place itself is bad.