Carbonara in Rome

Lunch & Dinner · Must Try

Guanciale, pecorino and egg create the Roman pasta tourists hope to find.

Pronunciation: Car-bo-Na-ra

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What it is

Guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, black pepper. No cream. Ever.

Taste translation

If you like rich, creamy pasta with bacon-y flavor, you’ll love this

Zen's note

Bro, this is THE reason to come to Roma. If you only eat one thing here, make it this.

Where to eat Carbonara

La Carbonara

Area: Monti

Old-school Roman address with a dish-first reputation.

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SantoPalato

Area: San Giovanni

Modern trattoria energy with serious Roman cooking.

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