Piazza del Popolo is usually somewhere to cross, admire or photograph. Dal Bolognese offers a more leisurely proposition: sit down, order lunch and let the square become the setting for an hour or two of your own Roman life.

The restaurant's culinary compass points towards Emilia. Fresh pasta, selected salumi and the traditional trolley of boiled meats give the menu its character. Tagliatelle al ragù and tortellini in broth provide familiar reasons to come, but the pleasure is also in giving these dishes the time and attention that a proper restaurant meal allows.

The family story extends across generations, with the idea of a luxurious trattoria guiding the experience. An outdoor table makes the piazza particularly present, though the setting should be discussed when reserving. There is a certain satisfaction in watching a famous place continue its daily life while your own plans are temporarily reduced to the next course.

Dal Bolognese suits a long lunch with friends or dinner with someone who appreciates the rituals of the table. Come for the Emilian cooking and allow the Roman setting to do its part. The square will remain a landmark; for the duration of the meal, it can also feel like your dining room.

Dal Bolognese Roma
Piazza del Popolo 1/2, 00187 Roma
Telephone: 06 3222799
Official website & reservations