Antico Carbone Ristorante
Via della Luce, 5, 00153 Roma RM
Rating: 4.7 ★ (3247 ratings)
Details
Antico Carbone Ristorante offers an authentic culinary jewel in the heart of Rome, providing a small, warm, and unpretentious setting. The restaurant embodies the essence of traditional Roman gastronomy, situated in a charming part of Trastevere that retains its local character. Guests can expect courteous Roman service within a cosy and friendly atmosphere, creating a truly welcoming dining experience.
The cuisine focuses on classic Roman dishes, with highlights often including traditional pasta such as Tonnarelli alla Carbonara, Amatriciana, and Gricia. Notable antipasti include the well-executed Carciofo alla giudia, or Jewish-style artichoke, and highly praised puntarelle. Other significant main courses feature Saltimbocca alla romana and Coda alla vaccinara, while homemade Tiramisù provides a delightful conclusion to the meal.
This establishment is particularly well-suited for those seeking an authentic Roman dining experience, especially if exploring the Trastevere area. Its welcoming and cosy environment makes it ideal for various occasions, from casual dinners to special celebrations, with staff often noted for making guests feel truly appreciated. The restaurant caters well to families and those who wish to immerse themselves in local culinary traditions.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Contact
+39 06 6549 5865 | https://anticocarbone.it/
Comments
It’s everything you hope for in a true Roman dining experience. It’s a beautiful family-run restaurant with such a warm, authentic atmosphere. Rudy made us feel instantly welcome, he is very friendly, attentive, and with a great sense of humor.
A special highlight: they use their own extra virgin olive oil from Puglia, and paired with fresh bread… it’s honestly heavenly!!!
We tried the carbonara and cacio e pepe, both were absolutely delicious, rich, and perfectly executed. The artichokes (both fried and alla romana) were also incredible and a must-try!
Portions are huge (come hungry!), and when I couldn’t finish my food, Rudy jokingly scolded me saying “what would nonna say?”, which just added to the charm of the whole experience.
If you’re in Rome and want authentic food, generous portions, and genuine hospitality, this place is a gem. Would 100% come back!
When I accidentally stained my shirt, the waitress even offered to help me clean it.
Highly recommend from the bottom of my heart, definitely worth a visit!
I am writing to share what a wonderful experience we had at your restaurant. We enjoyed dining with you two nights in a row during our recent visit. We also visited twice in a row last November, and we continue to be impressed. Your families olive oil was the best as well! We purchased several bottles again!
Thank you for the excellent service and food.