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Roma › Centro Storico › Il Giardino. Antica Osteria 1909
Il Giardino. Antica Osteria 1909A-
Via Zucchelli, 29, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
· Restaurant, Italian restaurant, Roman restaurant
· Centro Storico
Classic Roman cooking with seafood strengths and warm hospitality; service can lag at peak times and a few billing/service hiccups mean you should check the bill.
Why this grade
Il Giardino delivers solid A-grade performance through exceptional Roman pasta execution—particularly silky cacio e pepe and balanced carbonara—paired with warm, personable service and intimate cozy charm off the main tourist path. However, historical safety concerns and inconsistent pacing during peak hours prevent grade A territory, while occasional billing miscommunications temper otherwise reliable execution.
One caveat: Peak-hour delays between courses and for the check are reported by several diners
What to order here
- Cacio e Pepe
- Spaghetti alla Carbonara
- Fried seafood (calamari and mixed)
What stands out
- Emotionally satisfying cacio e pepe
- Light yet flavorful carbonara
- Welcoming, personable service
Opening Hours
Monday
Tuesday18:30–22:45
Wednesday12:00–14:45, 18:30–22:45
Thursday12:00–14:45, 18:30–22:45
Friday12:00–14:45, 18:30–22:45
Saturday12:00–14:45, 18:30–22:45
Sunday12:00–14:45, 18:30–22:45
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