Il Ciociaro

Il Ciociaro is a welcoming and renowned restaurant in the heart of the Prati district in Rome, famous for its homemade cuisine inspired by the Ciociaria and Roman tradition. With a warm and convivial atmosphere, Il Ciociaro is the perfect place for those looking for an authentic gastronomic experience, where each dish tells the flavours of Ciociaria, a historical region of Lazio, using genuine ingredients and traditional techniques. The location of Il Ciociaro is simple but refined, with a rustic atmosphere reminiscent of old country trattorias. Wooden furnishings characterize the interiors, and checked tablecloths and walls are decorated with photographs and objects that recall the Ciociaria tradition, creating a warm and welcoming environment.

The cuisine of Il Ciociaro is a tribute to the robust and genuine flavours of Lazio, with a menu that highlights the classic dishes of the Ciociaria and Roman traditions. The appetizers include rustic options such as coratella with artichokes, a typical dish that highlights the simplicity of peasant cuisine, and courgette flowers stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies, fried to perfection for a crispy and tasty appetizer. Local cured meats and cheeses, accompanied by homemade bread, are another must to start the meal with an authentic taste of the territory.

Among the first courses, the fettuccine with wild boar sauce stands out, prepared with fresh pasta and a rich and fragrant sauce, and the gnocchi alla ciociara served with a simple but tasty sauce made with tomato, basil and pecorino. Classics of Roman tradition, such as carbonara and amatriciana, cannot be missed. These are prepared following the original recipes, respecting Roman cuisine's authentic and genuine flavour. Another house speciality is the egg pasta with porcini mushrooms, a dish that celebrates the intense flavour of porcini mushrooms.