Roma Sparita

Trastevere & Gianicolo


With its traditional country-style interior – all whitewashed beams, terracotta-tiled floor and pretty pastel colour palette – and large summertime terrace overlooking one of Trastevere's most peaceful car-free piazzas, Roma Sparita is a find. The cuisine is Roman, with renowned house speciality pasta cacio e pepe (cheese-and-black-pepper pasta) served in an edible bowl made of crisp, golden Parmesan.


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