CiPASSO

Excellent service, beautifully presented dishes, and worth every cent – but make sure to book in advance. We passed by Cipasso earlier in our trip but it was fully booked, so we made a reservation for another evening – and it turned out to be one of the best dining experiences we had in Rome. The staff were very kind, warm, and attentive, with a more classical, upper-level style of service. Small details stood out, like providing hooks for handbags at the table, or the way they mingled with us in small talk and food recommendations, always in a pleasant, never pushy way. This is what I’d call a real dining experience. The dishes were beautifully presented and full of rich, layered flavors. You can feel the care in both composition and taste. We tried different plates, some with truffle and some without. I’m usually not a big truffle fan, but after tasting my companion’s dish, I have to admit it really adds something special ; so next time I’ll go for it too. It’s clear why this place has such high ratings. Service and food together made it memorable. Prices are above average compared to a casual trattoria, but still very moderate for the quality you get. Definitely worth spending a little more here. Strongly recommended – but do yourself a favor and book ahead.

This meal and experience was absolutely amazing. Everything was cooked to perfection and the service was impeccable! We were greeted, seated, served promptly and with a smile. My partner and I shared our entrees and were delighted with how great everything tasted. We started with the scallops, they were tender and seasoned perfectly. We had the black truffle pasta, it was incredible and was shared among us in two plates. Then for our main we had the baby pig with the sautéed chicory. The pork was so tenders and flavorful, it paired with the chicory well and balanced out the two flavors. Then finished our meal with the ricotta mousse which tied the entire meal together! All in all, the meal was delightful and I’m happy we stumbled across this delicious restaurant!

The food was excellent! The outdoor seating area was just okay — it’s right by a busy street, so it was quite noisy with cars passing by, but that was the only seating option available. Our server was very warm and welcoming, which made the experience better. We ordered the lobster pasta — the portion of lobster felt a bit small, but it was fresh and flavorful. The black truffle pasta was aromatic and satisfying. The seared scallops were creative and beautifully presented, and the sauce had a surprisingly well-balanced flavor. Overall, a great dining experience!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Cipasso, and I must say it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Our server, Likhon, was absolutely fantastic—attentive, and friendly, making our meal even more enjoyable. The highlight of the evening was definitely the sea scallops. I was truly amazed by their flavor and perfect preparation. Each bite was a delightful burst of freshness and expertly balanced seasoning. If you’re visiting Cipasso, I highly recommend trying the sea scallops—you won’t be disappointed!

Absolutely phenomenal dining experience. The pasta was truly outstanding—both the truffle and lobster pasta were among the best we’ve ever had, rich in flavor and perfectly cooked. Every dish was beautifully presented and incredibly well-balanced. Service was warm, attentive, and seamless throughout the meal. It’s easy to see why this restaurant has such a high rating—every detail lived up to it. A memorable meal we’ll be talking about for a long time.

Amazing dinner! So glad that we booked reservations at this gem in the heart of Rome. The staff was friendly and attentive, very knowledgeable about wine and allergen information. The food was amazing. Highly recommend the black truffle tagliolini. It was fresh, flavorful and the truffle flavor was perfect. A great experience! Highly recommend adding this to your list if you’re looking for a great restaurant. Reservations recommended, and we loved our server. If you have a group, they have a perfect seating area in the back of the restaurant.

All I can say is wow! We got a last minute reservation and decided to give it a try. It was far above our expectations. The food was fantastic. The service was fantastic. They were very attentive and helpful. Everything we ate was excellent. We have only been in Italy a couple days and up until CiPASSO we were quite disappointed in our fining experiences. I highly recommend!

Every dish we ordered was excellent! Beef Tartar with truffle is a must as a starter. For main course either pasta with black truffle, baby pig or beef ragu is the way to go. The desert was also excellent

One of our absolute fave spots here! The talk of the town the whole trip too!!! The truffle on the pasta was unreal. We also got one of the other ravioli dishes. Wine here is always good and I love that they gave us recs on what to get. The server was very friendly and helpful with decisions.

We had gotten a reservation before getting to Rome and it was a great find! I tried the gluten-free beef ragu, and it was a different take on ragu, but it was delicious! The gluten-free pasta was just as good as regular pasta. I also tried the meatballs which were really flavorful. We got tiramisu for dessert and it was one of the best ones we had our whole trip! So much coffee flavor! The staff was helpful and attentive. The only minor issue was that it was very warm in the restaurant, but it is definitely still worth visiting!

Exquisite decor and last meal worthy. I came by myself and had a delightful and delicious experience. Five star service and the food just melted in my mouth. I had the pumpkin Tortoli and the squid with a salad. So much food but too good to not finish. Would recommend to everyone. I came by myself with no reservation and they were so nice and were able to fit me in and boy am I glad.

Absolutely delicious! Very cute restaurant and great atmosphere. Incredibly kind staff and impeccable service. Food was outstanding! The truffle pasta is a must try. They also have non-alcoholic bottles of wine.

This place is a must while in Rome!! Outstanding food and an amazing wine selection. We are definitely coming back!

We made a reservation for our one night in Rome. There were so many options but I'm so glad we ended up here. They had a nice dining room but we chose to sit outside bc they had heat lamps. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about the wine list. We had such a hard time picking what to eat but we went with the meat Ragu with picci pasta, pumpkin ravioli, meatballs and bread with pecorino. OMG so delicious, the flavors and textures were on point. For our first meal in Italy it did not disappoint. My husband still talks about the pasta until this day. It was so flavorful and the freshness of the tomatoes in the sauce was amazing. The ravioli also delicious. Rome did not disappoint!

We have been in many cities in Italy over the last 10 days and this meal was our favorite. Everything was absolutely delicious. The neighborhood is also very charming. Our server was Adrianna and she was very knowledgeable about wine and the ingredients in the dishes. I highly recommend this restaurant.

We were in Rome for two nights and I saw how highly rate on TripAdvisor Cipasso Bistrot was, and also saw it mentioned on the Michelin Guide website as well, so I figured it had to be good and we needed to try it while we were visiting Rome! We made a reservation online and they reconfirmed their available date and time slots via WhatsApp. They were able to accommodate our time within I believe a 30 minute window. The restaurant is very small so I recommend booking in advance. We made our reservation about a month or two in advance. We arrived for our dinner time about 15 minutes prior to the reservation time and they had our table ready and we were warmly greeted by a manager and shown to our table. For drinks, they have wine by the glass and the bottle. I recommend ordering by the bottle, I believe the most expensive bottle was around 30 euros. The wine by the glass was between 10 and 15 euros. We ordered a bottle of white wine, I can't remember which one, but it was outstanding! For appetizers, we ordered the Crostino Cacao e Pepe (9.50 euros) and it included two pieces of bread with cheese and toppings and it was outstanding! For entrees, my husband and I both ordered the Pappardelle and Duck (18 euros each) and it was outstanding, tons of flavor and a nice portion! A true highlight of the meal! We finished with an apple crumble that I believe was around 9 or 10 euros and was also outstanding! They also brought some homemade cookies on the house to close the meal as well. Service and food were outstanding and I highly recommend!

Food 9/10 The "al dente-ness" of the pasta really bumped up the points here, but the amount of flavoring bumped down the points. Every single pasta dish was incredible in its own way, the combinations of meats and sauces were amazing, and the texture was perfect. The only issue was I had to keep on adding salt and pepper to each one because it just wasn't seasoned enough unfortunately. Nevertheless, the burrata was really unique with anchovies and the beef carpaccio was SO GOOD. Super tender and fresh. Atmosphere 9/10 Loved the dim warm lighting inside. We came around 10pm, and the restaurant was still bustling. Cozy ambiance, a little rustic, and the plates were absolutely gorgeous. I wanted to take every single one of them home with me. Service 8/10 Good service, nothing to complain about :) Everything came out quite quickly, and they always made sure we had water on the table.

Nice and cozy, reservation definitely recommended otherwise you may be out of luck depending on standby waitlist. The menu is rather short. But service was good and attentive. The execution of every dish was very good with some better than others. The burrata for an example was excellent but 5.50 euro extra for the tiny mullets seemed a bit much. The pasta dishes were very amazing with a good texture. We didn't order a tiramisu but saw another table did and it seemed like the creamier type which we don't like as we prefer our tiramisu more eggy. Overall it's a great restaurant that I would recommend if you're in the area. But I wouldn't go out of my way specifically for.

Absolutely incredible! The food was the best we've had in Rome. The staff were kind and helpful (especially with their wine suggestions). We were looking for something that wasn't as touristy, and this was truly special! We're may go back tomorrow because it was seriously that good! Highly recommend!

To start off we made reservations. We wanted to change them and were told we only had a two hour time slot so if we moved them later we would have less time to eat. We also had asked if there was a dress codes we were told shorts were a no and that we should not wear t-shirts. We showed up and we're promptly greeted by the hostess and stay down next to a table of two that just starred at us the entire meal. We were dressed in a nice shirt and pants. The man was dressed in shorts. Almost every single man and some women we saw get seated were just wearing casual attire. Shorts and a t-shirt. It was 90 degrees out and we both would have rather worn shorts . Anyways . We ordered a little bit of food as we honestly were not that hungry. We got the meat and cheese board first and a bottle of Moscato. The meat was good to me the cheese wasn't my type of cheese as it was from a goat a sheep and a cow ( three different ones) but all local . I ordered meatballs and he ordered a ricotta ravioli. The meatballs were ok but they really lacked flavor in them even just a hint of salt. The ravioli tasted good . All in all it was just an ok meal and especially for a place being a Micheline star mention i really expected more

It was simple to get a reservation here for lunch, but there was honestly a decent amount of space for a walk-in party as well. It feels very home-y inside but also chic. The service was super nice and they were accommodating for a vegan diet as well (off-menu). They made a spaghetti pomodoro as a vegan dish and also removed some unfriendly vegan things from other dishes. Complimentary olives at the start was also a nice touch. Cacio e Pepe Crostino (€9) - this comes with two pieces, which makes it perfect for sharing. The sauce is pretty thick/heavy but delicious and tastes just like cacio e Pepe. Super filling appetizer. Amatriciana al Cesanese (€14.50) - delicious, bacon was perfectly crispy. This was also super filling and a good portion size. Pasta cooked perfectly to al dente.

Great atmosphere and food is fabulous! Service was exceptional! Great wine selection.

Food is fabulous and Oliver our server is awesome. You cannot go wrong at this restaurant, great flavor and very reasonable price. Oliver has gre

Food was AMAZING and service was even better. "Wine guy" selected a delicious wine to go with our meals. This is a must in Rome!

Such an amazing meal great service! I will definitely be back! Thankyou for being my best meal in Italy so far! And best burrata I have ever had and top 3 beef tartar dishes I've tried!

Fabulous service from Daniele. The food was amazing from the suckling pig to the beef tartare finishing with the tiramisu. I would highly recommend for a special night as it is a little pricey but worth every cent!!

I think they are overpriced although the food was pretty good. Since we found another good one and cheaper and we probably won't be back to visit this one.

Hands down the best pasta Ive ever had! This place deserves a Michelin star. 10000/10

My husband and I took our college-aged kids with celiac to Italy for vacation. While there, we celebrated our 25th anniversary -- just the two of us -- at CiPasso, where we didn't have to worry about GF options for the kids (though I saw there was GF pasta available; I don't know what precautions, if any, are taken). This was one of the best meals we had on our trip. Everything was delicious! We especially loved the burrata appetizer with tomato pudding.

EXCELLENT!! There are over 10,000 restaurants in Rome. CiPasso is currently ranked at #14. The service, the food, the ambiance and wine was just perfect! Everything was absolutely delicious! We ordered: burrata cheese with the tomato tartine truffle pasta Duck pasta Meatballs Highly recommend this restaurant!

This quaint bistrot located centrally in Ponte neighborhood of Rome is the perfect date spot for lunch or dinner. The warm atmosphere is cozy and intimate. The service friendly and prompt throughout. Nice selection of wines. Food menu may seem small in selection however based on the selection of dishes we tried, the items offered are bursting with taste and flavor. We started with SMOKED FISH CROSTINI... with a cucumber dill cheese spread, still dreaming of the delicious flavor. Next, we shared the BURRATA... which was served on a bed of greens, red cabbage, a delicious light vinaigrette dressing, and topped with a prosciutto crisp. We also shared the OCTOPUS, *my must order dish anytime I see it on the menu*... this one was one of the best I've had in Rome. Perfectly cooked inside with a crisp outside, paired perfectly with the puréed squash & potatoes it was served with. No reservations accepted for lunch... recommend coming at, if not close to, opening time to hopefully endure no wait time. Little bit about the owners, we learned during our time dining, like I said they were very kind and friendly...though not originally Roman or even Italian, they have lived in Rome for about 20 years and this spot has been open about 2-3 years. Highly recommend this place for tourists and locals.

Michelin rated restaurant & I got the white truffle, Dee got black truffle pasta. More expensive I wanted to pay for the $54 euros white truffle but ok to spoil myself a bit. I had some red wine with it to pair & was great

One of my favorites in Rome! A very helpful staff that spoke English, and an easy reservation system.

We had a wonderful and extremely delicious meal at CiPasso. The Chef's burrata was the most tasty I've ever had, and the pasta was divine. Full of flavor but not overwhelmingly so. Our service was impeccable. Nice outdoor seating and easy to make a reservation. Highly recommend! P.S. CiPasso, if you read this, our server was a very nice man with a cool lip piercing (didn't catch his name). Yes him- GIVE THIS MAN A RAISE. Best server I've ever had in my life.

CiPasso is such a lovely restaurant -- a must drop in for great food if you're in the area!! A must try from us is the Cacio e Pepe crostini (toast). I've never had anything similar to this in the states, and the restaurant is known for its crostini so at the very least, try some type of variation of it. The Cacio e Pepe crostini particularly is topped with a creamy Cacio e Pepe sauce, with two slices of pears sprinkled with walnuts. One bite into the toast gives you a taste of the perfect harmony between creamy and sweet. For pasta, I recommend anything with a tomato based sauce since the tomatoes in Italy are out of the world! However, the Cacio e Pepe ravioli was also really tasty as well. The restaurant is also known for its slow cooked meatballs so if you have room, definitely try that out. Definitely drop by here for some tasty Italian cuisine!! The restaurant has a beautiful ambience for dining and it's perfect for a date night or any other type of occasion.

Best dinner in Rome! Everything was amazing and so thoughtfully executed. We had the scallop appetizer, which was the perfect small start and bursting with flavor from the scallop, whipped potato and candied orange. Next was pasta cacio de Pepe and the seafood linguine, both perfectly cooked and flavored. Then we had roasted baby pig whcih was delicious. The wait staff is very attentive and friendly. Highly recommend and would love to go back

4.5/5 stars for me! My husband and I had a really great experience at this restaurant and became friends with the couple next to us. We started with a great salad and cacio e Pepe ravioli. For our mains we split the octopus and meatballs with a side of spinach. Gosh, I really loved everything and I'd return!

Food was just ok. I had a special they said was a seafood special but expected a variety of shellfish. It was underwhelming in flavor. Hubby had a ravioli dish that was ok as well. Overall nothing memorable, but as stated, ok. Service was fast.

My daughter and I were both starving after our guided tour at the Vatican. Did a quick search on Google and decided to dine here. The carbonara and saltimbocca were tasty and delicious.

Wonderful place! They are pretty small and very popular so make sure to make a reservation ahead of time. But you will not be disappointed! The food is marvelous and the service is even better. We are writing this review as we are finishing our dessert lol. Will definitely be back!

Nothing but good things to say about this place! I made reservations a couple weeks and advance and got right in at my reserved time. Food was ABSOLUTELY amazing!! The environment was perfect and the staff was very nice! I will be back next time I visit!

This is the most romantic restaurant my boyfriend and I went to in Italy. We walked quite a bit from our hotel to get here. When we walked up, I thought I walked into a scene from a painting. The outside of this restaurant was incredibly charming. It was covered in ivy, warmly lit, and had bikes sitting outside. The inside was great. It felt like we were in our own world. The seating is very limited, so it's a very intimate and quiet atmosphere. I honestly don't remember which bottle of wine we ordered, but it was delicious. We also ordered a meat and cheese plate. The most memorable part of the experience to me was the chocolate and cognac with enjoyed. You must visit this restaurant on your trip to Rome, especially at night.

Let me preface my review by saying I'd normally award this a 4 (based on liquor menu), but giving it a 5 star based on comparison to other local restaurants. Overall we enjoyed the meal and ambiance, and was a breath of fresh air/taste compared to the typical Italian eateries around. Service was great--also a step out from others nearby. That said, we were disappointed by the lack of cocktails and white wine list, in addition to prices (7-9€ for a glass of white; 8-9€ for an aperol spritz). Pricing was middle range, and waiting times were ~1hr for a table, but worth the wait if you have time. For dinner we had the Truffle with pecorino crostini (partner loved; lots of truffle), cous cous with citrus and tuna (cold dish; great flavour; very fresh), cod with spinach (loved! Such great flavours) and panna cotta with berry compote (great taste and balance). Portions are very reasonable. The server was spot on in recommending how many dishes to order. Saved us from ordering far too much food! If you don't want to wait, I'd recommend going before 1900 or after 2100. Note they're open near all day long. Seating is very limited.

I have passed by this restaurant when I was in Rome and we decided To try this place. The restaurant is very cozy and cute. Staff a d owner are very friendly and nice and the service was pretty good. I order the chicken salad And my husband ordered Mortadella crostini which is a bigger portion off bruschetta. The interesting part is that they don't use Mayo in their salad, instead they use the fresh greek yogurt. Their olives were to die for, which They brought in a small bowl before our meal with cuts of toasted bread and it's complementary. Definitely recommend this place for a casual lunch or dinner. The variAlso, it is Conveniently located in the middle of the whole Historical side of Rome, kinda close to Vaticano. If you are using City Sightseeing red bus, you need to get off at 6th station and walk to this place.

Absolutely incredible meal. The service was great, have nothing bad to say. Already can't wait to come back!

Lovely local restaurant with a decent selection of wine and food a bit busy and under staffs.

I'm not sure if it was because it wasn't crowded (due to Covid) but when I booked a table for 6, I was shocked to see that we got a separate room to ourselves. It was a lovely, quiet dinner with just the 6 of us. The service and the food was spectacular!

Our best meal in Italy. Everything was delicious..truffle pasta and crostini, cacio e pepe crostini, desserts. Highly recommend this place.

My family of four (including two teenage girls) went here for lunch. We got a lovely bottle of wine, the meat plate and a separate cheese plate. It was a perfect amount for a light lunch. Everything was very tasty and the service was great! The waiter was very attentive.

Fantastic intimate choice for dinner and a glass of wine. Excellent service. Small dining room (only 6 tables). No reservations. Totally worth any wait you have to endure. Loved the food and the overall vibe of this spot.

Honestly one of the best places we ate in Rome. The service was outstanding. We had the burrata and the cacio de pepe ravioli among other things. They were AMAZING. The prices are reasonable for the great quality. Make a reservation. It is worth the visit.

My partner and I were wondering around central Rome looking for a good lunch place. After looking at several places, I saw this gem had very high reviews. To be clear though, this is not just a Wine Bar, it' is a bistro. They have amazing food! When you enter, you are first struck by the beauty of this relatively small space. There are tall tables and a bar area to eat at. Three women own the wine bar/restaurant and were running the place (and doing an amazing job). I don't think any are Italian, but rather they came to Rome to build this lovely place and seem to speak multiple languages. The wine list is extensive and 2 of the owners are sommeliers. I picked one of my favorite Lazio/Rome wines. They make awesome wines in that area of Italy, and we almost never see them here in California - usually what we see here are Tuscan or Venito/Venice area wines. Then onto food. I had the cold Tuna & Couscous and my partner had the Octopus. I need to post pictures of both of these as the dishes were beautifully made and presented. The meal wasn't particularly Italian, but that was okay as we'd been in Rome for many days during this trip. My partner said it was the best Octopus he'd had. It's worth mentioning they provided an amuse bouche (chef's free appetizer) for starters which was home made croutons and some lovely olives). We had espressos, but skipped ordering dessert. Nevertheless, when we finished up they provided a free dessert taste (a lovely creme & chocolate taste on a spoon for each of us). It just pushed the meal over the top. This is a beautiful restaurant and wine bar and well worth the stop if you are in central Rome. What they're doing here is awesome.

It's been over a year maybe two and I dream about this place. Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Looking forward to making it back to Rome for another fantastic evening at CiPasso.

Amazing wine & crostini's here! Our waitress selected our red wines for us, and they were outstanding! Beautiful restaurant and ambiance; along with excellent food and wine. Wish we had more time to come back here again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a local spot with a great wine list (not your basic Chianti or mediocre pastas) and a fresh, innovative food menu.

Wow, a real surprise! Excellent refined cuisine and excellent wines in a small cozy space. Highly recommended! We started with an excellent cheese and salami board, followed by a crostini with truffle that was out of this world. I had a cod dish with rucola and fermented lemon, very delicate and refined. My wife had a salad of raw zucchini that was similarly complex and intriguing. Five stars!

Went here for dinner in late October. Despite off-season approaching and going to dinner much earlier than most Romans, there was a wait. While we were here, most other patrons were tourists, but that could have been the early dinner hour. The wait was well-worth it. We order the Ci-Passo board and a bottle of wine. The board was focused on Roman traditional meats and cheeses and the wine was delicious. The waitstaff was very friendly, attentive, and had several recommendations for us.

Located a few minutes away, slightly north, of the packed crowds of the Pantheon and Piazza Novana. The restaurant is on the small side but the atmosphere is perfect. The food was light and very flavorful. The staff was very helpful and spoke English well. We had no wait time at all. Best Tiramisu I have ever had.