Reviews - Virginiae
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Tara B. • 1 review
January 2, 2026
10/10The space is unique relative to other spots we visited in Rome. We sat on the 2nd floor which was a brilliant use of a small space. Staff is warm and friendly. The food is delicious. Definitely make a reservation. It's a busy restaurant, but not loud or crowded. They take their time with service and meal design. It's an experience!
E B. • 2 reviews
December 30, 2025
10/10We loved it so much we went back twice to Virginiae while in Rome for two weeks. We had Christmas Eve dinner and had our last dinner in Rome there. Silvano was a cordial, lovely, funny and attentive waiter. All the staff was superb. Food was great (especially the white bean crostini) and the atmosphere quaint. The restaurant was tucked away from the tourists and no red checked table cloths. If we go back to Rome, Virginiae will be on the calendar.
Evelyn A. • 1 review
January 1, 2026
9.5/10The food was delicious and the service prompt and friendly.
Milen M. • 6 reviews
December 30, 2025
8.5/10We had overall good experience. Except for one dish , which we had to return to the chef. Everything else was tasty.
Virginiae • Owner
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that overall you had a good experience and enjoyed most of the dishes. We’re sorry that one plate did not meet your expectations and appreciate that you brought it to our attention—your comments help us improve. We hope to welcome you back soon and provide an experience that’s excellent in every detail.
Peter M. • 1 review
December 20, 2025
10/10Fantastic Roman food! The carbonara was the best I’ve ever tasted.
Jeff P. • 2 reviews
December 24, 2025
10/10What a wonderful, cozy restaurant! And the delicious food and friendly staff completed a fabulous evening. My family thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Virginiae.
Virginiae • Owner
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly happy to know that you and your family enjoyed a wonderful evening with us at Virginiae. Creating a cozy atmosphere, serving delicious food and making our guests feel genuinely welcome is exactly what we strive for every day. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you and your family back again very soon.
E B. • 2 reviews
December 24, 2025
10/10Silvano was incredible. So attentive, and yet invisible. Wonderful experience, delicious food, impeccable service. A Christmas Eve night to remember.
Virginiae • Owner
Thank you for sharing such a beautiful memory with us. We’re delighted to know that your Christmas Eve at Virginiae was truly special. Silvano will be deeply touched by your words — his attentive yet discreet service is something we’re very proud of. Knowing that the food, service, and atmosphere all came together to create an unforgettable evening means a great deal to us. We look forward to welcoming you back again, hopefully for many more moments worth remembering.
Salomon G. • 5 reviews
December 17, 2025
10/10In house balsamic was incredible. Food and service was great!
Virginiae • Owner
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the in-house balsamic and that both the food and service met your expectations. We hope to welcome you back to Virginiae very soon for another great experience.
Laura O. • 2 reviews
December 12, 2025
8/10Very good.
Virginiae • Owner
Many Thanks!
Joann D. • 6 reviews
December 13, 2025
3/10We have been to this restaurant many times, but after this experience, we will not return. Initially I asked my waiter what would be the best lamb dish and he told me the roast lamb and potatoes which I ordered. It arrived cold and I asked to send it back and be reheated. The dish itself was bland and had absolutely no meat on it. A total waste of money. Then, we could not get the waiters to come near us again. No one asked us if we wanted anything else . They all were busy setting up for the incoming patrons. We were finally able to get someone to come to us and bring us our check. No apologies were offered. All in all, a very disappointing last night in Rome.
Drew E. • 1 review
November 25, 2025
10/10Amazing!
Virginiae • Owner
Grazie mille!
John S. • 13 reviews
November 11, 2025
10/10Second time here for dinner in as many recent trips to Rome. Would not miss it. Whether outside on a pleasant or inside and cozy on a colder one, never disappointments, always excellent. This time we shared the velvety cacio e pepe Roman pasta and each had our own melt in the mouth veal osso buco with mushrooms. Shejan was again our server and again was friendly, helpful and efficient. Until next time!
Virginiae • Owner
Thank you so much for coming back to visit us — it truly means a lot! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that Virginiae has become a fixed stop during your trips to Rome. Whether outdoors on a warm evening or cozy inside, we love making you feel at home. We’re happy you enjoyed the cacio e pepe and the veal osso buco — two dishes we prepare with great care and pride. A special thank-you from Shejan as well! He’s thrilled to know he helped make your evening even better. We can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re in Rome.
Rodney H. • 2 reviews
November 9, 2025
5.5/10The poor service and the lack of customary offerings marred the experience. When we sat down, the server asked if we wanted natural or sparkling. Although we specified sparkling and he echoed our request, he served natural and only recognized the error when we brought it to his attention. He then left our glasses full with natural water. Several patrons who arrived after us were served well before us. When our order finally arrived, the carbonara dish was almost cold. When we brought that to his attention, he merely changed the serving plate and not the temperature of the serving. Throughout he never refilled our water or wine glasses. When he presented the bill, he had the audacity to ask for a tip. Uncustomarily, the coperto did not include any bread nor did it include limoncello at meal’s end. The mark up on the wine exceeded 3X and the offerings are skewed—either lower end or upper end with essentially no graduated offerings in the middle. The chairs are uncomfortable.
Ruben R. • 1 review
October 31, 2025
10/10Amazing meal…. Food was great and the vibes were perfect for an evening with your loved one and the area is just beautiful
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Ruben, thank you so much for the 10/10 and for the kind words! We’re glad the vibes were perfect for an evening with your loved one at Ristorante Virginiae, a traditional Roman trattoria tucked away on Via di Parione in the historic center of Rome, just by Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante. Next time, we’d love to cook you more Roman classics — Carbonara or Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe, then Saltimbocca — and finish with our house Tiramisù. Can’t wait to welcome you back! — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
Aykut G. • 5 reviews
October 30, 2025
8/10Price/service/food quality is well
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Aykut, thanks a lot for dining at Ristorante Virginiae! Great to hear that price, service and food quality worked well for you. We’re a traditional Roman trattoria on Via di Parione, in the historic center of Rome near Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante, where we focus on cucina tradizionale and fresh pasta. Next time, we’d love to cook you Amatriciana or Ravioli ricotta e spinaci, then Saltimbocca and our house Tiramisù. See you again in the heart of Rome! — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
Nancy S. • 1 review
October 29, 2025
10/10We found this lovely restaurant 10 years ago and we very pleased to see it was still open. We loved it then and still loved it today. The food is delicious. The service is fantastic. Our server Hema was very friendly and provided great advice on our meals. I hope it is still open Years from now. I would highly recommend to give this restaurant a try.
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Nancy, thank you for the 10/10 and for coming back after ten years — that means the world to us! So glad you still loved Ristorante Virginiae, our traditional Roman trattoria tucked away on Via di Parione in the historic center of Rome, near Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante. Big thanks for the kind words about our delicious food and fantastic service: we’ll share your praise with Hema. Next time, we’d love to cook you more Roman classics — perhaps Carbonara or Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe, then Saltimbocca — and finish with our house Tiramisù. Here’s to welcoming you for many years to come! — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
Chris K. • 1 review
October 27, 2025
9/10Nice place, good food.
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Chris, thank you for the 9/10 and for stopping by Ristorante Virginiae! Glad you enjoyed the nice place and the good food. We’re a traditional Roman trattoria on Via di Parione, in the historic center of Rome near Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante. Next time, we’d love to cook you Lasagna or Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe, then Saltimbocca—and finish with our house Tiramisù. See you again in the heart of Rome! — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
Chorlette O. • 1 review
October 20, 2025
10/10TThe food at Victoriae was amazing! We had the oxtail, chicken, and fennel salad — all delicious, with rich flavors and beautiful presentation. Our waiter chose a great wine that paired perfectly with our meal. The staff were super friendly and the atmosphere felt warm and authentic — a great find just steps from Piazza Navona. I’d definitely come back for dinner!
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Chorlette, thank you for the 10/10 and the lovely words! Thrilled you enjoyed the oxtail, chicken, and fennel salad — and that the wine pairing hit the mark. We’re a traditional Roman trattoria tucked away on Via di Parione, just steps from Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante, where we focus on rich flavors and warm, authentic hospitality. We’ll share your compliments with the team — and with our longtime waiter Silvano, too. Next time, let us cook you some Roman icons: Carbonara or Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe, then Saltimbocca, and finish with our house Tiramisù. Can’t wait to welcome you back for dinner! — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
Alfonso C. • 21 reviews
October 19, 2025
10/10Great restaurant as usual
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Alfonso, thank you for the 10/10 — and for the “as usual”! Delighted to be your go-to in Rome. Ristorante Virginiae is a traditional Roman trattoria tucked away on Via di Parione, just steps from Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante, where we serve cucina tradizionale and fresh pasta in a cosy setting. Next time, let us spoil you with Ravioli ricotta e spinaci, Abbacchio al forno, and our house Tiramisù. See you soon in the heart of Rome!
Judy R. • 4 reviews
October 16, 2025
6.5/10While our server was very pleasant, overall service was very slow. Plus my entree was warm, not hot. The server offered to replace it but it took so long to get that I decided to just eat the entree I received.
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Judy, thank you for sharing this and for dining at Ristorante Virginiae, our traditional Roman trattoria on Via di Parione in the historic center near Piazza Navona. I’m truly sorry for the slow service and that your entrée arrived warm—we should have moved faster, especially after offering a replacement. Your note helps us improve: we’re reviewing pacing between kitchen and dining room (fire times, pass checks, and hot-plate control) to make sure dishes reach the table hot and on time. Thank you as well for the kind words about the team—Silvano and everyone in the dining room appreciate it. If you’re open to it, please write us at info@ristorantevirginiae.it with date/time and the dish ordered so we can look into the shift and follow up. We’d love the chance to welcome you back for a smoother experience—perhaps our oven-hot Lasagna, Saltimbocca alla Romana, and a spoon of Tiramisù to finish. — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
Maria G A. • 1 review
October 13, 2025
10/10My husband & I shared the fried zucchini flower with cheese and anchovy for appetizer as well as their delicious pasta gricia. He had the trippa alla Romana which he said was probably the best he’s ever had. I had the oxtail Roman style which was falling off the bone. We also had a tiramisu and a bottle of Chianti, both we thoroughly enjoyed. We would love to go back again before we leave Rome.
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Maria, thank you for the 10/10 and the wonderful review! Thrilled you loved the fried zucchini flower with anchovy & cheese, the pasta Gricia, the Trippa alla Romana (“probably the best!” 🙌) and the oxtail Roman style, plus Tiramisù and a lovely Chianti. We’re a traditional Roman trattoria tucked away on Via di Parione, in the historic center of Rome just steps from Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante—perfect for real cucina tradizionale. If you make it back before leaving Rome, let us cook you Carbonara or Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe, then Saltimbocca alla Romana—and we’ll happily pour a pairing to match. Can’t wait to welcome you back for dinner! — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
John P. • 1 review
October 9, 2025
10/10Great service and delicious food
Rachel N. • 3 reviews
October 10, 2025
10/10My husband is gluten free and was catered for. The food was delicious and the atmosphere of the restaurant was good - busy but not too busy. The staff were friendly too
Virginiae • Owner
Hi Rachel, thank you for the lovely note and for dining at Ristorante Virginiae! We’re glad your husband felt well catered for (gluten-free) and that you enjoyed the busy-but-cosy atmosphere and friendly team — Silvano sends his thanks too. We keep a careful GF workflow in the kitchen and always have gluten-free pasta available; just let your server know. Next time, we’d love to cook Amatriciana on gluten-free pasta, Pollo alla Romana con peperoni, and finish with our Panna cotta. We’re a traditional Roman trattoria tucked away on Via di Parione, in the historic center of Rome near Piazza Navona and the Chiostro del Bramante — perfect for real cucina tradizionale. — Bernardo & Daniel – Owners
Kathy S. • 2 reviews
October 7, 2025
10/10Great food, great service!!!!
Bea M. • 1 review
September 27, 2025
9/10Both of my sons had eaten here while on vacation in past years and when they knew I was in Rome sent me all the information I needed to find this place, what to order and even how to pronounce it! I ordered the Cacio e Pepe and tiramisu for dessert and was not disappointed. While the service was slow our waiter was jovial and pleasant.
Jeffrey R. • 5 reviews
September 27, 2025
10/10Fabulous restaurant. Our favorite in Rome!
John t. • 1 review
September 21, 2025
10/10Best lasagna I have ever had , wait staff were friendly and efficient. Highly recommend this restaurant.
Anthony S. • 1 review
September 15, 2025
10/10I booked this place for my birthday as the reviews looked great...and well, they were right. Lovely staff and excellent food. For a place so near Piazza Navona it was very well priced. They even brought a tirimasu either a candle! Highly recommend this place.
Rick P. • 2 reviews
September 14, 2025
6/10Went there for our anniversary. It was very average.
Michelle Gaggero O. • 2 reviews
September 14, 2025
8/10Nice setting seated outside. Cace e pepa was pretty good but not too creamy. Husband said tripe was chewy. Good house red wine.
Călin C. • 1 review
September 15, 2025
10/10Great italian food and service
Martin M. • 1 review
September 11, 2025
10/10Everything was good and well executed
Maggi R. • 36 reviews
September 10, 2025
10/10Whenever we come to Rome, we come to Virginiae. If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience, Virginiae is where you need to be. The atmosphere is always warm and inviting from the time you walk in, with a perfect blend of charm and modern elegance. They have two floors of seating inside and as well as “al fresco” dining. We were remembered by Silvano, who is the consummate waiter. We ordered a Pinot Grigio from the Friuli region, whose bouquet was marked by an impressive fruitiness. (It was a great choice.) We decided to split the homemade Ravioli stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese in a butter and sage sauce. The butter and sage sauce was so delicate. Then we shared an order of grilled lamb rib with roasted potatoes. Every dish was crafted with care and packed with flavor from the first bite to the last. The plating was just as impressive as the taste. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinners. Thank you for a memorable dining experience!
ROSEANN V. • 1 review
September 9, 2025
10/10We enjoyed the friendly and attentive waitstaff. And the good tasted like my mom’s amazing cooking. Just what we needed.
Pawel N. • 1 review
August 28, 2025
10/10First of all, from the moment we crossed the threshold of the restaurant, we were surrounded by the friendly care of the waiters, who told us about the menu and recommended several dishes. The service was helpful but not intrusive, and we really felt that they genuinely cared about ensuring we had the best possible time in the restaurant. During our stay, one waiter in particular deserves a special mention - Hemal, who really took care of us. The food was delicious, some of the best we had in Rome. The restaurant also offers excellent wines. Above all, it offers a wonderful time: you can relax and enjoy fantastic food in peace. Fortunately, there are no numerous TikTok and Instagram influencers here, as there are, for example, in the overrated Osteria da Fortunata (one of the worst restaurant experiences we had in Rome). So, I can highly recommend Virginiae. Ps. The owner is really cool, we've talked with him a little.
Mike H. • 1 review
September 8, 2025
10/10Lasagna was excellent, inside of restaurant is very nice. Cosy, but not crowded. Staff was attentive. I would go back.
Steve C. • 1 review
August 27, 2025
10/10This is my second visit there, the wait staff is always welcoming, ambiance is good and the food is delicious
Julia W. • 1 review
August 24, 2025
7.5/10Slow service, decent food
Artur P. • 1 review
August 8, 2025
10/10A wonderful spot with excellent food and genuinely attentive service. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy a great meal. Highly recommended!
Patricia P. • 1 review
August 9, 2025
10/10Giorgio our server was amazing. The food was a gem. Highly recommended to try the Virginiae Crostini and oxtails.
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