
Alfredo alla Scrofa Restaurant, Rome
If you're a fan of homemade Italian pasta, you simply must dine at Alfredo alla Scrofa in the heart of Rome's historical center. Fettuccine Alfredo is their hundred-years-old signature dish, loved and celebrated all over the world; an historical, artisanal and unique technique that employs high-quality raw materials like authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano (dating back to the Middle Ages) and fine butter, along with the daily-prepared pasta (so thin that it cooks in less than 30 seconds). While seated, it's nice to witness the waiter dramatically prepare the dish right in front of you.
You have the option to choose from a lunch, a complete dinner, or even indulge in a pasta cooking class accompanied by a scrumptious meal. While you savor the flavors, take a moment to peruse the photographs adorning the walls, showcasing the numerous celebrities who have dined at this globally renowned restaurant. From Audrey Hepburn, Brigitte Bardot, and Gregory Peck to Sophia Loren, Jimi Hendrix, Tony Curtis, Ava Gardner, Walter Chiari, Salvador Dalì, and countless others, you'll be in good company at Alfredo alla Scrofa.
You have the option to choose from a lunch, a complete dinner, or even indulge in a pasta cooking class accompanied by a scrumptious meal. While you savor the flavors, take a moment to peruse the photographs adorning the walls, showcasing the numerous celebrities who have dined at this globally renowned restaurant. From Audrey Hepburn, Brigitte Bardot, and Gregory Peck to Sophia Loren, Jimi Hendrix, Tony Curtis, Ava Gardner, Walter Chiari, Salvador Dalì, and countless others, you'll be in good company at Alfredo alla Scrofa.
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Sight Name: Alfredo alla Scrofa Restaurant
Sight Location: Rome, Italy (See walking tours in Rome)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Sight Location: Rome, Italy (See walking tours in Rome)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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