La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali

Reviews

• Becca H.

  star star star star star 31 May 2026

  Mostly reservation only but we managed to sneak in without one because we just so happened to be wandering by right exactly when they opened and they had one extra table. So we felt like we got really lucky, especially as we watched so many people get turned away after us.
  
  We had already eaten a big meal earlier in the day so we weren't super hungry, but my husband and I each got a starter. He got dumplings with duck ragout, and I got the soup of the day which they said was a potato porridge with bacon. Both were phenomenal. The porridge was savory and warm and hit all the right spots on this cool evening in Rome. We then got the beef strips with rosemary to share for an entree, which we enjoyed a lot, but which really should've been titled Hope You Like Rosemary because that's mostly what it tasted like - in the best way possible. I'm glad we were sharing it because it was also a very decent size portion and there's no way I could've finished that on my own.
  
  And the crowning glory of the meal; and the reason I ended up on five stars. The white chocolate soufflé with molten chocolate, strawberries, and vanilla ice cream. For real one of the best things I've eaten, ever. Order it, seriously.

• Sandi D.

  star star star star star 29 May 2026

  Superb! The warning and advice I will give Americans  traveling to Rome and looking for authentic, fabulous Italian food : go here, make a reservation, and do not be late. This place is quaint and has Italian charm, the food is phenomenal, and the staff know how great they are and it was entertaining to watch (albeit almost comical) when people would enter and request a seat and they'd be dismissed because they had no reservation. So, almost like in a Seinfeld  "soup-nazi" form they'd be excused and asked to leave.  Sad, but after watching about 12 different parties go through this during our meal, we began to place bets on if the next party would be seated or excused. Overall, this place  is amazing, and if you're lucky to sit near the front door you'll get a little Italian  entertainment too.  Prego!

• Marlon T.

  star star star star star 27 May 2026

  La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali is a great Italian restaurant in the heart of Rome near the Colosseum.  Luckily during on our honeymoon, we had a friend recommended a hotel nearby this part of Rome.  And Luckily because we found this local restaurant where I ate the best bowl of pasta of my entire life!!
  
  My wife and I Yelped to find a place for dinner, and particularly one that offered one of the four classic Roman pastas.  We were looking for pasta alla gricia, and this ended up being a life altering choice.  There is a wait at this restaurant, so call in a reservation or expect a 30+ minute wait.
  
  We waited 45 minutes for a table, but just gave us an excuse to grab an Aperol Spritz at a local bar while we waited.  The wait was worth it, the restaurant is beautiful inside with such amazing food!  We ordered the porchetta as a starter, and some wine to set the mood for the pasta dishes.
  
  The pasta is made in house, and they offer many types of pastas with protein choices and sauces to suit any person.  My wife ordered a tagliatelle pasta with wild boar ragu, and I had the pasta alla gricia that changed my life.  The pasta has giuanciale, a smoked meat from the jowl(pork cheek), garlic, and the fat of this meat flavors the pasta to perfection.  It is served with cheese to add another layer of richness, and it truly amazing how much flavor comes from the giunciale.
  
  We ordered tiramisu to end the meal, and we really enjoyed the entire dinner.  The service was great, friendly staff that didn't pressure you at all.  I highly recommend that you try this restaurant when in Rome, some pun intended! Seriously, come here to try the pasta alla gricia!

• Bella M.

  star star star star star_border 10 May 2026

  It was good but not something I'd wait hours in line for. Caccio e peppe pasta is everywhere in italy. Again, mine was good though so no disrespect. We also had the fish fillet with raisins and it was interesting - covered in mini croutons. The dessert was delish. Apparently tiramisu is mostly cream and little bread. Still ate every last bite of it. Note that the bread placed on your table without asking is 3Euros. Water is also 3 Euros.

• Shawnna P.

  star star star star_border star_border 10 May 2026

  Best pasta ragu I've ever had.  The service not good.
  Super busy.  
  Need reservations for sure.