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Welcome to Trattoria Madre Garbatella, nestled in the heart of Roma at Via Francesco Orazio da Pennabilli, 5. This charming trattoria exemplifies traditional Roman cuisine, offering an authentic dining experience that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Italy.

As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm, inviting atmosphere, combining rustic decor with a hint of old-world charm. The soft glow of lights, coupled with carefully selected music, creates a cozy ambiance perfect for enjoying a meal with friends or a special someone. The restaurant is family-owned, and the friendly, attentive staff—especially Alessandro, the gracious host—ensure you feel like part of the family from the moment you arrive.

The menu boasts a selection of traditional Roman dishes that are sure to delight your taste buds. Indulge in the remarkably rich and creamy Carbonara, described by one guest as the best they've ever had, or try the Oxtail Pasta, a heartwarming dish that feeds both the palate and the soul. Each plate is crafted with care and showcases the best of local ingredients and time-honored recipes.

Leave room for dessert, as the homemade Tiramisu is a must-try, balancing rich flavors with a delicate texture that lingers playfully on your tongue. The Pannacotta, praised for its creamy perfection, is yet another sweet note that rounds off an unforgettable meal.

Guests rave about their experiences here—like Amy, who described her meal as “absolutely amazing,” commending the kind staff and vibrant atmosphere. Similarly, MrBbitaliano81's heartfelt review of a special birthday celebration emphasizes how the welcoming environment and thoughtful surprises (like complimentary wine and a surprise cake) create unforgettable memories. Luke echoes this sentiment, stating it's one of the best restaurants he’s encountered in all of Rome.

Whether you’re a local or a traveler seeking an authentic taste of Rome, Trattoria Madre Garbatella invites you to experience the true flavors of traditional Italian cuisine in a warm and familial setting. Don't merely take our word for it—like Alper, savor the experience for yourself and dine as if you were an honored guest in someone's home. Make your reservation today and immerse yourself in the culinary heart of Italy!

For inquiries, call them at +39 06 8341 6520.

Comforts & Conveniences

Service options
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
Popular for
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
Accessibility
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

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Visitor Testimonials (560)

This food was absolutely amazing. We both had pasta and pannacotta and it was a 10/10! Recommended to us by our accommodation host and very glad we went. The staff were amazing, so helpful considering we are English and the menu is Italian, the atmosphere is great and the music choices on the tv were top notch. Would definitely recommend

This place is delicious! Definitely one of the best restaurants I’ve eaten at in all of Rome. Their food is very traditional Roman cuisine. The oxtail pasta was delicious, as well as the tiramisu. Definitely recommend and the staff was very friendly and welcoming.

My wife and had dinner here for her birthday. We wanted something family owned and away from the more touristy places. We were at the end of a long day that did not quite go to plan and this cozy little trattoria was wonderful. Alessandro was so generous and kind. He and the staff not only served an amazing meal, but provided free wine, and a surprise birthday cake to top it off. It felt like family even though we had just met. Highly recommend!!!

This is the best Carbonara I had in my life!! Food is amazing and the service is 10 out of 10!! Alessandro is a great host and helped us with our choices. Great place to experience real Roman cuisine.

What a place! The real deal Roman Trattoria that we thought never existed anymore in Roma. Superb cooking , we ate like a king. family owned place old world charm, great food what else can you ask for? GO

This restaurant was recommended to us by our host. We came here with our children 2 dinners in a row and the food was fantastic and authentic. Every dish was so so good!. The best we’ve had in Rome! Family owned and the owners were so friendly and created such a warm atmosphere. Thank you!!

Extremely friendly staff with really tasty food! If you want to try traditional roman dishes like the locals, you should give this place a try! We had a caprese salad which was simple but so savory with carbonara pasta (seemed like short rigatoni), polpette and a type of dish which were very thin slices of beef fried in olive oil (forgot the name). Everything was amazing, reasonably priced and on point! Also a big thanks to our cameriere Alessandro!

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