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Nestled in the heart of Rome, the **Pauline Borghese Restaurant** offers a culinary journey that marries traditional Italian flavors with contemporary flair. Located on Via Gerolamo Frescobaldi, this elegant dining spot is perfect for both romantic dinners and celebratory gatherings. The ambiance is enhanced by soft lighting and tasteful decor, making it an inviting retreat from the bustling streets of the city.



The restaurant is renowned for its exquisite dishes, such as the **Tagliatelle al Tartufo**, a handmade pasta drizzled with truffle oil and topped with freshly shaved truffles, and the **Saltimbocca alla Romana**, a classic Roman dish featuring tender veal wrapped in prosciutto and sage, served with a rich white wine sauce. Each bite is a testament to the chef's dedication to quality and authenticity.

At Pauline Borghese, dining is not just about food; it's an experience. The restaurant features an extensive wine list, showcasing the best of Italian vineyards. Guests can enjoy a glass of Chianti or a crisp Prosecco, perfectly paired with their meals. The attentive staff is always ready to recommend the ideal wine to complement your dish, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

One of the standout features of Pauline Borghese is its live piano music, which adds a touch of sophistication to your dining experience. Imagine savoring your meal while the gentle notes of a piano fill the air, creating an atmosphere of elegance and charm. This unique touch has made the restaurant a popular choice for special occasions, including anniversaries and birthdays.

Conveniently situated near the beautiful Villa Borghese, the restaurant is an ideal stop for those exploring the park or visiting nearby attractions such as the Borghese Gallery. After a delightful meal, take a leisurely stroll through the gardens or enjoy a gelato from one of the local vendors.

What is the dress code at Pauline Borghese?

 The restaurant encourages smart casual attire, making it perfect for both elegant evenings and relaxed dining.

 Yes, especially during peak dining hours and weekends, reservations are highly recommended to secure your table.

 The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, with specific hours varying by day, so checking in advance is advisable.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a delightful meal, **Pauline Borghese Restaurant** promises an unforgettable experience. Book your table today and immerse yourself in the flavors of Italy, right in the heart of Rome.

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Last night of our honeymoon, we wanted to splurge but not go too far.  Could not have picked a better place for a fancy memorable dinner.  Hotel is lovely without being too much and there was live piano music.  Service was wonderful, bubbly waitress with a good sense of humor! The main waiter gave excellent wine recommendations.  Lovely experience?

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I really don't recommend this restaurant.
We are fond of restaurants and this was the worst we had during our stay in Rome (and the most expensive one!).

We had chosen this restaurant because we wanted a special place for the birthday of my mother. So we thought that a luxury hotel might offer a great experience for her. But: NO.

The service was really really bad. We are accustomed to hotel school trained staff, so we know the "etiquette" and what is required from the waiters. Waiters are supposed  to make your experience better than it would be without them, to make the evening unforgettable. Here they made it worse. They were not able at all to see when was the appropriate moment to come: so they always came at intimate moments interrupting precious emotional moments, they came a lot for nothing during some parts of the evening and did not come at all when we actually needed them.
They were really invasive and not helpful or agreeable.

On top of that, they brought the starter to my mother (she was the only one having a starter) at the same time as the main dishes for us (which is a total nonsense. Nowhere have I seen something like that!) despite me having explained that we wanted the starter before and the main dishes afterwards. I was really furious about that.
They also cleared the table all the time, which is very not polite. Have they never learned that everybody should have finished his plate at the table before clearing the table? I have never seen that in a restaurant of those standards, really not.
Well, they were also stressed, not bringing positive emotions. We ended up being stressed for being interrupted all the time for nothing and for fearing other mistakes on their part.

Concerning the kitchen: it was tasty, but clearly not the best experience we had during our stay. I would recommend to go to another italian restaurant to have a real taste of the wonderful italian kitchen. Here, there is nothing special, really.

At the end of the meal, my sister decided not to tip, because the waiters had ruined our evening and were well below the standards we had expected, which was true. But they did not assume their bad work and decided to not say goodbye, which is really disrespectful and not classy at all.

If you expect 5 stars standards, do not go there. The staff is really not well trained and far from being classy in their attitude.

I was really sorry for my mother that we brought her there. Do not make the same mistake as us.

N.B.: I usually only write reviews when we are satisfied, but here I had to say that we were not satisfied at all to spare you, customers, a bad evening and a big disappointment.
We had a lot of evenings in high standards restaurants, so we are able to recognise that is was not good at all.

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Let's begin that everything we ordered was fresh and tasty. The waiters also were very polite and generally friendly.

Why 1 star: I hate places that charge mandatory service fees. If it's part of your service, include it in the price, don't charge separately. If those are tips, let me decide do I want to leave them or not.

Situation: I ordered Coke as my drink. They didn’t bring me coke with my order, they charged me for it, when I highlighted to them that I had paid for the item they failed to bring me, they suggested me to take coke with me when we were leaving. Not the service I expect from a restaurant in a five-star hotel, and with that is charging me extra for their “service”. So despite the good kitchen and nice waiters experience was bad, and that is what matters.

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Really specific and elegant atmosphere, nice and good quality food. Not as pricey as you would think; it's worth the money. The service was a bit slow, and no one asked us how we liked the food which was weird.

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My family and I stopped here for a late lunch after the Zoo. The service and surroundings are beautiful. The food was good.

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