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Checchino Dal 1887vsPiperno
Both Checchino Dal 1887 and Piperno are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Checchino Dal 1887 ranks marginally higher than Piperno. Checchino Dal 1887 comes in at 85 with praise from 11 sources including Time Out, DK Eyewitness and Insight Guides.
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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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Monte de' Cenci 9, Rome
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Fodor's "The place to go for Rome's extraordinary carciofi alla giudia (fried whole artichokes), Piperno has been in business for more than a century." Full review
Frommer's "This longtime favorite... celebrates the Jerusalem artichoke... by incorporating it into a number of recipes." Full review
Insight Guides "Traditional yet discreetly upmarket trattoria on a little piazza in the heart of the ghetto district. The menu features classic Roman dishes such as veal and offal."
Zagat4.0
"“Worth it just for the carciofi alla giudia” say enthusiasts of this Roman “favorite” in The Ghetto known for its “excellent” if “expensive” “classic” Jewish specialties." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A restaurant has been here since the mid-1800s, though the original Piperno is long gone."
Rough Guide Star
"Tucked away on this tiny piazza, there's perhaps no more atmospheric place to sample Roman food."
Condé Nast Traveler "It's older than Italy (founded in 1860) and you're here for seriously crunchy guanciale and the outdoor seating.
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Travel + Leisure "Piperno is known for its carciofi alla giudia (Jewish-style fried whole artichokes) and other Roman specialties like filetti di baccalà (fried cod fish)." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This stalwart of the Jewish Quarter dates back over 2,000 years...serves some of Rome's most memorable meals from rich-sauced pasta to the city's famous carciofi alla giuda artichokes."
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Reservations recommended.
Lonely Planet "This historic restaurant is tucked away in a quiet corner of the Jewish Ghetto." Full review
