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Checchino Dal 1887vsIl Convivio Troiani
Checchino Dal 1887 and Il Convivio Troiani are both rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Il Convivio Troiani scores marginally better than Checchino Dal 1887. Il Convivio Troiani has a TripExpert Score of 86 with positive reviews from 7 sources like Fodor's, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
Checchino Dal 1887
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Via di Monte Testaccio, 30, Rome
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Fodor's "Checchino remains an example of a classic, family-run Roman restaurant, with one of the best wine cellars in the region." Full review
Insight Guides "The place for an authentic old-time family atmosphere, plus Roman cuisine of the offal variety."
Lonely Planet "A pig’s whisker from the city’s former slaughterhouse, Checchino is one of the grander restaurants specialising in the quinto quarto (fifth quarter – or insides of the animal)." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Checchino is a traditional Roman restaurant originally opened in 1887 by the Mariani family." Full review
Zagat4.0
"“If you are an adventurous eater”, you’ll appreciate this family-owned “institution” in Testaccio (the old slaughterhouse area) that’s been turning “any part of an animal” into a “delicacy"." Full review
Gayot "This century-old, family-owned trattoria adjoins Monte Testaccio, an imposing mound of pottery shards piled up over 500 years by Roman slaves." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Checchino dal 1887 specializes in traditional cucina romana, using the quarto quinto (offal)."
Rough Guide "Right in the heart of Monte Testaccio's bars and clubs, this is a historic - and expensive - symbol of Testaccio cookery."
Time Out "The Mariani family's historic restaurant is Rome's leading temple of authentic cucina romana." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Come for the pots of tomatoey tripe and decent local wine list (rare in this area).
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Il Convivio Troiani
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Frommer's
Vicolo dei Soldati 31, 00186 Rome
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Concierge "At Il Convivio, imposingly formal decor is matched by impeccable, equally formal service....The Troiani brothers turn out perfectly executed dishes."
Fodor's "The three Troiani brothers... have quietly been redefining the experience of Italian eclectic alta cucina (haute cuisine) for many years." Full review
Insight Guides "Equal emphasis is placed on vegetables, fish and meat, always combined with the unexpected."
Zagat4.2
"Those who want a “truly exquisite dining experience” come to this “fabulous” dinner-only Campo Marzio Italian serving “creative” dishes made “from the freshest of ingredients"." Full review
Michelin Guide1 Star
"This elegant restaurant is in the heart of the historic centre. Amid a decor of frescoes, paintings and modern minimalism, enjoy quintessential Italian cuisine." Full review
Time Out "The three Troiani brothers run a high-class act in this temple of foodie excellence just north of piazza Navona." Full review
Frommer's "This is one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Rome." Full review
