Romano - Vino&Cucina
Via Taranto, 8/10/12, 00182 Roma RM
Rating: 4.7 ★ (575 ratings)
Details
Romano - Vino&Cucina, nestled in Rome's San Giovanni neighbourhood, offers a very relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, making guests feel at home. This family-run wine bar, situated on Via Taranto, stands out for its charming location and attentive service. Guests frequently praise the pleasant environment, whether dining inside or out.
The restaurant presents an authentic Roman and Mediterranean cuisine, also functioning as an enoteca. Notable dishes include a particularly generous platter (tagliere) and a highly-regarded traditional Roman Carbonara, alongside Mezze maniche pasta. The kitchen is celebrated for its excellent Roman fare, with food prepared with professional skill and attention. They also offer a selection of wines, martinis, and specialty cocktails.
Romano - Vino&Cucina is well-suited for a variety of diners, whether one is seeking a light bite or a complete gastronomic experience. Its casual and comfortable setting, coupled with very kind and polite service, makes it an ideal spot for a relaxed meal with friends or family, offering a taste of authentic Italian hospitality.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Thursday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Friday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Saturday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Sunday: Open 24 hours
Contact
+39 340 215 4732 | https://romanovinoecucina.it/
Comments
We had three dishes and they were all horrible. The mussels were rubbery. The Saltimbocca was dry, bland, and a quarter of it was sinew that was tough and chewy. The Amatriciana was undercooked as the pasta was hard and all stuck to my teeth, and there were only 3 thinly slices of guanciale (I am not exaggerating. There were so few that I counted on purpose).
The restaurant has a 4.8/5 review as of October 2025. I don’t know if the food was cooked poorly on purpose because I made a reservation that gave me 50% off the a la carte menu (excluding drinks and coperto) and the owner didn’t like that. I just saw an opportunity to save a few euros and used the discount, but would have happily paid full price for good food. Don’t offer the discount if you don’t intend on upholding the quality.
The service (not by the owner) was excellent though.
Not so touristy spot, but a hidden gem for sure
Food is beyond tasty
Very thoughtful nice workers
Recommend for anyone who wants to explore more local ish places