At Via del Boccaccio 1, near Piazza Barberini and the Trevi Fountain, Hostaria Romana serves traditional Roman cooking in a compact, old-school dining room. The menu includes carbonara, cacio e pepe, gricia and saltimbocca alla romana, with artichokes and tiramisù among the dishes to look for. Tables sit close together, and some walls carry diners’ handwritten names. Complimentary bites such as supplì or salami may start the meal. Book ahead, or arrive early for dinner if you do not have a reservation.
A family-run trattoria near Piazza Barberini
Hostaria Romana is at Via del Boccaccio 1, a short walk from Piazza Barberini and the Trevi Fountain. The restaurant began under the Fazzi family, who opened it around six decades ago, and passed to the Camponeschi family in 1979. Its cooking follows familiar Roman dishes, with a menu built around pasta and traditional mains rather than elaborate reinventions.
The dining room has two levels: one looks onto the street, while another sits below ground. The space is compact, with tables close together. Names and messages written by past diners cover parts of the walls, giving the lower room a particularly personal feel. Expect an intimate, busy meal rather than a quiet, spacious setting.
Roman pasta and seasonal artichokes
Carbonara, cacio e pepe, amatriciana and gricia are among the pasta dishes associated with the restaurant. Other options include ricotta-and-spinach ravioli and bucatini all’amatriciana. Some pasta is finished and served from a pan at the table when diners at the same table order the same dish.
Artichokes appear in more than one Roman preparation. Carciofi alla romana are braised with herbs and lemon; fried artichokes are another choice. Artichokes are seasonal, with availability tied to spring and autumn, so ask what is being served on the day. Saltimbocca alla romana is a classic meat option, while tiramisù and panna cotta provide dessert choices.
How to plan your meal
The restaurant is popular and can be full at dinner, so booking ahead is the practical choice. If you do not have a reservation, an early arrival may help; otherwise, allow time in case you need to wait for a table. Complimentary starters, including bites such as supplì or salami, may be brought out at the beginning of a meal.
The menu also includes dishes such as ossobuco, lamb, ravioli and seafood pasta. The range gives you options beyond the best-known Roman pasta plates, but the strongest reason to come is the traditional cooking. Service is described as warm and attentive, and the close-set tables contribute to the lively, old-fashioned trattoria atmosphere.
FAQ
Where is Hostaria Romana in Rome?
It is at Via del Boccaccio 1, near Piazza Barberini and the Trevi Fountain.
Do you need a reservation at Hostaria Romana?
Booking ahead is recommended because the restaurant can fill up. Without a reservation, arrive early for dinner or allow time for a wait.
What should you order at Hostaria Romana?
Roman pasta dishes include carbonara, cacio e pepe, amatriciana and gricia. You can also look for saltimbocca alla romana, artichokes when in season, and tiramisù.
Does Hostaria Romana serve artichokes year-round?
Artichokes are seasonal. Roman-style braised artichokes are associated with spring and autumn, so ask whether they are available during your visit.
