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Checchino Dal 1887 vs Il Pagliaccio

Both establishments are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Il Pagliaccio is the choice of most writers compared to Checchino Dal 1887. Il Pagliaccio is ranked #2 in Rome with praise from 9 reviewers including Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Concierge.

Checchino Dal 1887
Checchino Dal 1887
8 / 10
Via di Monte Testaccio, 30, Rome
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Fodor's 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 Insight Guides
"The place for an authentic old-time family atmosphere, plus Roman cuisine of the offal variety."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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 Travel + Leisure
"Checchino is a traditional Roman restaurant originally opened in 1887 by the Mariani family." Full review
Zagat Zagat
4.0
"“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
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Il Pagliaccio
Il Pagliaccio
7 / 10
Via dei Banchi Vecchi 129a, 00186 Rome
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Concierge Concierge
"Cutting-edge Italian fusion cuisine has already hooked a crowd of regulars."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Some of the most innovative interpretations of Roman fine dining can be found in this starkly chic restaurant on a backstreet between upscale Via Giulia and the popular Campo de' Fiori...." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Chef Anthony Genovese’s smart little restaurant has a shortish but inventive menu incorporating international influences."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Located in a 16th-century building with elegant decor, this top restaurant offers inventive Italian cuisine."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This restaurant is a breath of modernity in the heart of Renaissance Rome. It is constantly on the lookout for new products, creating innovative dishes from traditional favourites." Full review
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