Located on Via di Parione 41, just steps from Piazza Navona, Virginiae is the place to enjoy authentic Roman cuisine. Here, every dish tells a tradition that has lasted for generations: Carbonara, Amatriciana, Cacio e Pepe, prepared according to ancient recipes, with fresh ingredients selected daily by brothers Bernardo and Daniel De Luca.
In the cozy and welcoming venue, there are about 35/40 seats in the main room, around twenty in the mezzanine, and 12 seats outside. Perfect for both a convivial lunch and a quiet dinner, Virginiae is designed for those looking for a typical Roman restaurant in the center of Rome, among tourists and locals who return to rediscover authentic flavors.
Typical Roman dishes and selected raw materials
Every day, our dishes combine tradition and quality. Fresh pasta, guanciale, pecorino: every ingredient is chosen to respect the original recipe. Bernardo and Daniel personally oversee the kitchen, service, and hospitality, ensuring that every customer experiences the complete Roman experience.
If you’re looking for where to eat in Rome, Virginiae offers a menu faithful to tradition but suited to contemporary tastes. There are no compromises: every dish is served perfectly, from the first to the last bite.
Virginiae, a traditional Roman restaurant in the heart of Rome
Our central location is ideal for those visiting Piazza Navona, the Chiostro del Bramante, or strolling through the alleys of the center. Bright, elegant but informal, the restaurant welcomes families, couples, and small groups, and anyone, Roman or tourist, who wants to eat real Roman cuisine. Every detail is taken care of: the arrangement of the tables, the atmosphere of the mezzanine, the outdoor tables overlooking the street.
Virginiae is not just a place to eat; it’s a point of reference for those looking for reliable restaurants in central Rome, with dishes that respect Roman tradition without surprises.

Bernardo, Daniel, and the story of Virginiae
The restaurant was born from the passion of Virginia, who transformed her trattoria into a place loved by Romans. Today, Bernardo and Daniel De Luca continue this tradition, building a team that works with a smile, takes care of every detail, and makes every visit a pleasant moment.
Here, the kitchen becomes a language: speaking with the typical dishes of Roman cuisine is how Virginiae welcomes every customer.









