Restaurant & Pizza Restaurant & Italian Restaurant restaurant in Rome

Cantina e Cucina

Experience authentic Roman Italian dining. Enjoy delicious, flavorful dishes and warm service at this highly-rated 4.6-star restaurant. Reservations recommended.

4.6(16,435 reviews)
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Restaurant · Pizza Restaurant · Italian Restaurant
Cantina e Cucina in rome

Casual restaurant serving regional fare & pizzas amid rustic, vintage-style surroundings.

About Cantina e Cucina

This charming Roman eatery, nestled in the heart of the city, offers a delightful culinary experience that consistently earns a 4.6-star rating. Diners praise the absolutely delicious food, noting that every dish is full of flavor, beautifully presented, and crafted with the freshest ingredients. The atmosphere contributes significantly to its appeal; expect a cozy and characterful interior, bathed in warm lighting, with a rustic yet elegant feel that makes you feel truly at home. Service is a highlight, with staff often singled out for their kindness, helpfulness, and attentiveness, ensuring a memorable evening. This spot is particularly good for groups and offers the option of outdoor seating, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.

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💰Price Range
Moderate
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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4.6 / 5.0(16,435 reviews)

The food was absolutely delicious. every dish was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with fresh ingredients. A special shoutout to our waitress, Soheyla she was incredibly kind, helpful, and attentive. Her warmth and professionalism added such value to the evening. She guided us through the menu, made great recommendations, and made sure we felt welcome. The interior is cozy and characterful, warm lighting, and a rustic yet elegant feel. It feels like dining in a place with soul, not just another tourist restaurant. Many guests praise the atmosphere and continuity of good service throughout the day. The food here is absolutely amazing. One of the more popular restaurants and hence there is a wait but luckily when we went it wasn’t too bad. Still had to wait about 15 minutes, and the place was still busy. There is good reason though, the food is delicious. The pasta was so good- the lasagna was divine, and everything else is really well cooked. The service is really solid, don’t expect to be rushed. The tiramisu was the star, so light and delicious at the same time. Definitely worth a visit when in Rome. The decor was so nice too. We spent our last night in Roma at this wonderful restaurant, with the perfect table that overlooked the busy (but absolutely iconic) alleyway on a Friday night. There was a small wait, but we got in as a two top within 5-10 mins. The food, simply amazing - we started with Tomatoes and Buffalo Mozzarella and some mouthwatering Focaccia bread (which was the best we had in Rome), the Meatballs and the Calamari (also the best Calamari I have had (ever)). Then we had a Margarita Pizza and then for desert a Tiramisu and the Strawberries & Cream. (The desert was also my favorite version of Tiramisu we had in Rome, more like a custard than a cake). Alfonso was our favorite server!! Personable, attentive, so helpful (and the restaurant was packed), the fact that we had such wonderful service was not lost on us. Thank you so much for creating such a memorable experience for our first time to Italy, 10 out of 10 will come again!!

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Where to Find Them

V. del Governo Vecchio, 87, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

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Opening Hours

Open Now
Monday11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
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Recent Reviews

Amin S.

October 27, 2025

The food was absolutely delicious. every dish was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with fresh ingredients. A special shoutout to our waitress, Soheyla she was incredibly kind, helpful, and attentive. Her warmth and professionalism added such value to the evening. She guided us through the menu, made great recommendations, and made sure we felt welcome. The interior is cozy and characterful, warm lighting, and a rustic yet elegant feel. It feels like dining in a place with soul, not just another tourist restaurant. Many guests praise the atmosphere and continuity of good service throughout the day.

Alfred T.

September 7, 2025

The food here is absolutely amazing. One of the more popular restaurants and hence there is a wait but luckily when we went it wasn’t too bad. Still had to wait about 15 minutes, and the place was still busy. There is good reason though, the food is delicious. The pasta was so good- the lasagna was divine, and everything else is really well cooked. The service is really solid, don’t expect to be rushed. The tiramisu was the star, so light and delicious at the same time. Definitely worth a visit when in Rome. The decor was so nice too.

Laura F.

October 18, 2025

We spent our last night in Roma at this wonderful restaurant, with the perfect table that overlooked the busy (but absolutely iconic) alleyway on a Friday night. There was a small wait, but we got in as a two top within 5-10 mins. The food, simply amazing - we started with Tomatoes and Buffalo Mozzarella and some mouthwatering Focaccia bread (which was the best we had in Rome), the Meatballs and the Calamari (also the best Calamari I have had (ever)). Then we had a Margarita Pizza and then for desert a Tiramisu and the Strawberries & Cream. (The desert was also my favorite version of Tiramisu we had in Rome, more like a custard than a cake). Alfonso was our favorite server!! Personable, attentive, so helpful (and the restaurant was packed), the fact that we had such wonderful service was not lost on us. Thank you so much for creating such a memorable experience for our first time to Italy, 10 out of 10 will come again!!

Ali M.

September 23, 2025

The food was absolutely delicious, but what made the experience truly special was the atmosphere. The staff were incredibly kind, singing Italian songs and creating such a warm vibe. One of the staff members, Ali, was especially sharp, friendly, and attentive — we really loved that! We ended up enjoying ourselves so much that we ate a lot more than planned. Highly recommended

Fatema A.

October 25, 2025

The pizza and ravioli were absolutely delicious! What really made the experience special was the amazing service from Gabriele — he kindly explained the menu and helped us choose dishes suitable for Muslims. His professionalism and friendliness made our visit truly enjoyable. Excellent food and outstanding hospitality! 🍕👏

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Cantina e special

Outdoor Seating

Cocktails

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Family Friendly

Groups Welcome

Reservations

Practical Information

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Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Seating

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