Achilli al Parlamento Ristorante Enoteca

We chose this restaurant to celebrate my birthday. Our expectations were high, given the many positive reviews we had read beforehand. From the moment we arrived, things did not start well. The restaurant appeared closed. We had to ring the bell two or three times and wait before someone finally came to open the door. Once inside, the welcome was fine and we were seated. After a long walk around Rome, my partner stood up to wash his hands and simply asked the server who had just seated us where the restroom was. The server looked him straight in the eyes and did not respond at all, continuing instead to serve another table, as if the question did not exist. My partner ended up searching on his own. During that time, I saw the same server laughing with other guests about his request while I was still seated at the table. It was extremely uncomfortable. At the restroom, the door was closed. A server told him it was occupied. He waited. A few minutes later, the same server returned and said it was strange, as all guests were seated and no one seemed to be missing. We knocked on the door. No answer. Eventually, the staff had to force the door open with a wine opener, only to find that no one was inside. Unfortunately, the rest of the evening did not improve much. We went to choose our bottle from the impressive wine selection at the front of the restaurant, which is indeed beautiful and extensive. We specified that we wanted sparkling wine. The server presented only three options, without mentioning prices. We ultimately chose a producer we knew well, from an older vintage, and returned to our table. When the amuse-bouches arrived, I asked for a fork. I was answered in a very condescending way that the dish was meant to be eaten with the hands and that, if I really insisted, they could go get me one. I eventually gave up and ate with my hands. The following courses were good, but below what we expected given the restaurant’s reputation. One dish did stand out clearly: the Spaghetto limone, provola e zafferano was excellent and without question the highlight of the entire night, along with our bottle of wine. During the evening, we also spoke with the couple seated next to us, who shared similar concerns regarding the server’s professionalism. They eventually asked to be assigned a different server. In hindsight, we probably should have done the same. With our last course, a meat dish, the same server suggested we have a glass of red wine, noticing that we had finished our bottle. We declined, having clearly explained at the beginning of the meal that we did not want red wine. He responded, once again condescendingly, that he was “just informing us that it was an option.” When dessert arrived, two people came to the table, placed a birthday cake in front of me, and left without saying a word. A few minutes later, one of them returned to apologise and explain the dish and its components. It is important to note that the restaurant itself is beautiful. The lighting is well thought out, the furniture carefully chosen, and even details like the cutlery holders and the refined attire of the service staff show real taste and attention to detail. However, despite this, the quality of the service impacted the evening so negatively that it overshadowed everything else. This is the first time I am leaving a one-star Google review for a restaurant, but given the experience we had, I feel it is necessary. Overall, beyond the quality of certain plates, what marked the experience most was the attitude, the lack of consideration, and the poor communication. For a special occasion and an establishment of this level, it was frankly disappointing.

We went for lunch and they gave us one of the first tables in the first room, no one bothered to give us the menu until we asked, the menu was not at all explained to us, again we had to ask what is “meat” and what is “fish” (that’s how is written on the menu) while it was fully explained to the table next to us later on. The meat was supposed to be a deboned steak, when it arrived half of it was fat! I have never been served a steak in this state in my whole life. It was almost inedible, my bf ate the first bit but then gave up because disgusted by al the yellow fat attached to the meat. Staff was useless. Unable to receive a complain and unable to fix the situation. This is not acceptable when you spend 65€ per person for very casual lunch.

One of the best Michelin star restaurants in Italy. This place is extraordinary. Chef transferred simple Italian dishes to work of art. Highly recommended. Also the shop next to the restaurant sells the best ones in Rome.

What a delightful surprise this restaurant turned out to be! The staff was warm, attentive, and meticulous about every detail. We chose the five courses menu with wine pairing, and each dish showcased bold and comforting autumn / winter flavours. The balance of flavours and textures was simply amazing. The clams' ravioli were the main highlight, along with the lettuce dish, a perfect example of how even the simplest ingredients can shine in expert hands. The wine pairing was elegant and reflecting the staff's deep knowledge, with each glass enhancing the dish while adding its own touch. Definitely one of the best dining experiences I’ve recently had in Rome. Highly recommended!

We had a fantastic dining experience here. We had the 8 course tasting menu and wine pairing. It is hard to find a bad word to say about this restaurant. The food and wine was absolutely fantastic. The service was superb. The timing of the courses was excellent. I would readily recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Dining at Achilli al parlamento was one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've ever had. I don't normally go to the effort of writing reviews, however I don't want anyone to have to waste their money and more importantly time on this restaurant as we did. From the start, the atmosphere in the restaurant was quite cold and stale. After my wife, two friends and I sat down, having waited approximately 10 minutes to be spoken to, I had to take it upon myself to get the attention of the staff and request water and menus. When we asked about maybe purchasing a bottle of wine we were rather rudely stopped and told to consult the sommelier at the front of the restaurant having previously been offered no guidance in the selection process. The choosing of the wine itself was enjoyable, although a rather awkward experience. From there the food itself was nice without being amazing, despite a very high price tag. The food clearly over emphasised presentation, whilst lacking in appropriate portion sizes and significant flavours. Throughout the evening the restaurant was extremely lifeless despite a rather full crowd. In summary, for the amount it cost I would recommend almost anywhere else in Rome. You would likely find a more enjoyable dining experience with better tasting food for much less cost in many other places in the city. It was a real disappointment wasting an evening on this venue.

Very disappointing for a Michelin star restaurant. The quality of food was fresh but the taste was not that good. We had: - potatoes with black pepper (mid) - shrimp cocktail (was a mess, too much mayo) - without spaghetti with clams (it tasted only like the parsley oil) - beef tongue (this was the only very good menu item and I have no criticisms) Also we showed up 10 minutes early to an empty restaurant and they refused to seat us despite being open.

Went in for a glass of wine….they have the widest selection in a classy place. Lucas was very helpful assisting us with choosing the best wine for us. I wish I would’ve discovered this place before. You can also buy some bottles to go and good luck finding a bottle cause there is so many bottles to choose from! Unfortunately, i cant note the cuisine, but i heard it was very good and a must try !