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Il Pagliaccio

Name: Il Pagliaccio
Price range: $$$$
Rating: 4.3

4.3 ·

Discover Il Pagliaccio, a two-Michelin-star table in Rome's historic centre. Settle in for an evening tasting menu that pushes boundaries beyond classic Roman fare, backed by attentive service and a kitchen unafraid to take risks.

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Reasons to go

Two-Michelin-star restaurant led by Chef Anthony Genovese
Known for avant-garde tasting menus that break from classic Roman cuisine
Offers multi-course tasting formats like the Scantielle and Circus menus

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Full description

Il Pagliaccio takes a more experimental approach than many of Rome's fine-dining tables, and reactions in reviews reflect that risk, one diner calls it one of the most genuinely mind-blowing gastronomic experiences of their life, while another, trying a specific tasting course, felt the ambition of the concept slightly outpaced the execution on the day. Both reviewers agree on the talent of the kitchen and the quality of service, even where the food itself divided opinion.

At 4.3 from 578 reviews and premium pricing, it suits diners specifically looking for a more avant-garde tasting menu experience rather than classic Roman comfort food, and the evening-only slots make it a dedicated night-out choice.

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Address

Via dei Banchi Vecchi, 129/a, 00186 Roma RM, Italy · Ponte

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Booking required

Duration

2h30

Best time

evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Book well ahead given its two-Michelin-star status and limited seating
go in with an open mind toward creative, less traditional dishes
set aside a full evening for the multi-course tasting format

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Reviews

Chef Genovese knows how to entertain his guests. We had the Circus tasting menus and was suggested as excellent bottle of Meursault 1st Cru by the sommelier to go with it. An excellent choice.

Karsten Strøbæk

3/5

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