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Rome Map: La CisternaLa Cisterna Frommer's Recommended

Cuisine Roman
Hours Mon-Sat 7pm-1:30am
Address
Via della Cisterna 13
Location In Trastevere
Transportation Bus: 44, 75, 170, 280, or 710
Reservations Reservations recommended
Phone 06-5812543
Prices Main courses 9€-18€ ($14-$29)
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

If you like traditional home cooking based on the best regional ingredients, head here. La Cisterna, named for an ancient well from imperial times discovered in the cellar, lies deep in the heart of Trastevere. For more than 75 years, it has been run by the wonderful Simmi family. In good weather, you can dine at sidewalk tables. From the ovens emerge Roman-style suckling lamb that's amazingly tender and seasoned with fresh herbs and virgin olive oil. The spicy rigatoni all'amatriciana is served with red-hot peppers; and the delectable papalini romana consists of wide noodles flavored with prosciutto, cheese, and eggs. The shrimp is perfectly grilled, and an array of fresh fish includes sea bass baked with fresh herbs.

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