La Locanda di Pietro

Visited this restaurant recently while in Rome with my wife, and during our visit to the Vatican.
The ambiance is alright, with outdoor seating available on the sidewalk, providing an adequate atmosphere.
What impressed us most was the speed of service and the friendliness of the staff, which contributed positively to our dining experience. In terms of cleanliness, the restaurant maintains a decent standard, neither immaculate nor neglected. The food had some highlights, starting with a Margherita pizza with an excellent fresh homemade sauce, and a gnocchi pasta that was fresh and flavorful, though it leaned towards being overly creamy and cheesy.
The homemade fries were also tasty, and the house wine was exceptional. Regarding value, the pricing was very favorable, making the dining experience very cost-effective. Overall, while the ambiance and cleanliness are standard, the quality of food, friendly service, and excellent pricing make this a worthwhile visit for anyone looking to enjoy good Italian cuisine. NB: I rated this place closer to 3 than 4 stars, largely because Italy is full of exceptional restaurants that set the bar very high with their incredibly delicious dishes!

Not sure is it’s because the standards have been set too high by the other stores… I felt that the meal here is only somewhat better than the microwave pasta you’d get in convenience stores.
However, it will take them forever to make your pasta, and it’s quite pricey too! P.S.
Keep an eye on the bill when paying—I almost got charged for things I didn’t ordered!

Worst carbonara…The high rating on Google is ridiculous. The sauce is not mixed well as you can see in the picture, and the flavor is not good.
To be honest, I can make so much better version myself. And we wait for over 30 minutes to get our food while the restaurant is not crowded at all. The only good thing about this is probably the portion, come here if you are just looking for something to eat instead of something delicious. Oh but you need to wait for 30 minutes so you can’t be too hungry either😀