“ Roman friends took me here after we visited Caravaggio nearby. This long established (500 years they say) restaurant offers classic Roman food. We had a reservation. We had excellent service. The waiter gifted me a book about the history of the place. It's definitely old school and I'm here for it. We had incredible artichokes to start. My favorite season lives another day. Incredible Misto, delicious arrancino, heavenly melanzanne. Wonderful vibes, enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. ”

“ Purely based on the food, I had the artichoke and rigatoni alla carbonara. The artichoke (side) was cooked and drizzled in olive oil. It was bland but that's how it's supposed to be and was delicious nonetheless. Now the carbonara, best pasta dish I had so far in Rome and that's saying a lot. I kept on finding the food salty or overly cheesy or creamy but this was perfect. Remember, in Italy the pastas are cooked al dente so don't expect American soft pastas. I personally prefer my pastas al dente. The house / table wine was delicious and they do offer it by the glass. This is Rome oldest restaurant and it's so old school inside. Love love love. You are not in a touristy place. Also, I love the old Italian male waiters as you don't see that often anymore. They are terribly friendly and I find them charming. ”

“ This is a very classic Roman spot, you can tell by how many locals dine here and how packed it gets. We came here because we wanted to dine at Rome's oldest restaurant, one where allegedly Caravaggio used to eat in. I would say the historical aspect is the main draw of La Campana; the food was good but nothing to write home about. I will say that the fried pumpkin flowers were delicious, and I loved that their gelato is from Giolitti (Rome's best IMO). The pasta dishes were good, although I feel like my amatriciana was a bit acidic and could have used a longer cooking time. The roasted chicken and pork were the best dishes of the night. ”

“ Hello everyone! So reaching out from Rome, Italy this evening and happy to report that all is well here. Read up on a restaurant that has been open for 500 years roughly while planning for our trip and we opted to come check it out first night in. We are a decent size group so appetizers were in order. To start we went with the mixed cheese plate and the Buffalo Mozzarella and both were amazing. Mozzarella was very, very fresh and the taste of the olive oil was amazing as well. For our first and second courses we went with the Ravioli and Veal all-a Romana dishes which were both excellent. We also ordered the spaghetti bolognese and the roast pork with potatoes. Things got very quiet at the table so I suspect everyone was enjoying their food. I have to say that Francesco our server was phenomenal and made some great recommendations. He also provided us with an extra appetizer on the house which was unexpected and greatly appreciated! I think it is also important to note that this place is not a tourist trap. We experienced a steady flow of customers but all seems to be locals for the most part and things were not crazy either. Not sure if they are still Michelin rated but I did see quite a few stickers on their doorway. So if you find yourself in Rome and feel like eating at a restaurant that is frequents by locals, has great food and apparently is a historical landmark, La Campana just might be for you. Hope you have a great stay in Rome, Enjoy and Von Appétit! ”

“ Our second time in this historic and very old Roman restaurant. Came at opening time at 12:30 without a reservation (just like the first time but it is highly recommended) and got seated immediately with the tables being quickly occupied as patrons were trickling in. I had ample time to snap indoor photos of this establishment and I noticed that time stood still since we came here in October of 2019. Our funny server got us the English menu of the day and I immediately ordered a glass of the house red which I distinctly remembered as enjoyably cheap. Out it came with a generous pour and I was cheek to cheek happy. My wife tried to order the Limoncello, but she got a naughty finger wagging no from our server as it was meant for "digestivo" or after meals We ordered the Fritto Misto, Rigatoni alla Coda and Bistecca (cooked medium duh) and our boy got the Quattro Formaggi (four cheese pizza). The Mixed Fried Seafood did as advertised and we were dreaming about it since we booked Italy. The Oxtail Rigatoni was surprisingly delectable w/ the pasta cooked al dente. The Steak was what I was expecting and still ranks in the top 10 steaks I've had. No A1 steak sauce needed. Our boy inhaled his pizza and mind you, the cheese ingredients they use in Italy are way better that the States. Which is why we lovingly ask our son for little bites every time. We ended the lunch with a Tiramisu and this sweet caffeine dessert capped another adventure here in La Campana. Can't wait to go back. ”

“ The oldest restaurant in Rome or even Italy. Food was really good, service like any other italian joints is ok, not amazing but doable. Ambience and location is superb. Food presentation and quality is above par. Highly recommended when you are in Rome. ”

“ RESERVE table before you go... they get full! Restaurant is the oldest in Rome, has a great history. Food was the best we had in Rome, the service was the best in Italy. I had the oxtail and it was perfect. The wine selection is excellent. The dessert was apple pie, unlike any other, simply the best. They know how to treat tourist, people are very nice in there. Nice ambient, very clean restaurant. Must see in Rome. Make reservations BEFORE you go. ”

“ La Campana is the oldest restaurant in Rome, opened in 1518. Wasn't that before pennicilin was invented? For a restaurant to have survived this long, there had to be some beneficial mutation living in the kitchen, I could sample to help with my quest for "that" windmill. That fact with my trusty reservation, via my hotel that led me here (for the pasta ai carciofi), there was no way I would miss this meal. Hidden on a side street, you will easily miss it but as you see it's somewhat humble door, it's myriads of Yelp, Zagat, Michelin, Yelp, Tripadvisor stickers, you will have gone Eureka! I'm here. I came here on purpose, to sample the last of the artichoke season (carciofi) a dish with artichokes in pasta. Rome has 2 traditions with artichokes: 1) The meal side dishes called controni (Carciofi alla Romana: steamed and drizzled with olive oil and Carciofi alla Giudia, deep fried and battered artichokes) are both excellent and worth trying during artichoke season. 2) Pasta ai carciofi (pasta with artichokes).....My favorite First course: Salad bar. Sumptuous display of Roman antipasti: carciofi (artichokes), fava beans, egglplants, spinach. This is a vegetarian hangout and is more than sufficient to make any veggie happy. Second Course: Pasta ai carciofi. Yummmm. This is what I came for, artichokes with a nice home made pasta, delicious, not extraordinary as I had hoped but I got it. Love that pronounced aftertaste only fresh Italian artichokes impart on your palate..... Heaven. Third Course; Arrosto di Maialino: Waiter recommended: roasted baby suckling pig. Genius crispy skin, unctuous tender meat. I loved loved loved this plate....albeit huge again. The plate atypically was huge again, could not finish this plate. I loved the crispiness of the skin, reminiscent of my favorite roast pork of all time, the Philippine lechon Dessert: Orange Tart, very good, nice fresh tart flavor. I came here to savor my fave dish and I got it. I didn't get the eternal windmill I had hoped for. It makes a bit of sense that the oldest resto in Rome would still have it. I loved comfort level to the resto, the professionalism of the waiters, the vibe and plethora of options. By mid-hour of 1p, the restaurant was packed with local families after Sunday church, feasting on the dishes here. Visits: a handful in college, Yelp=1 Tip: I loved the pasta with truffles here but did not have it this time. This is an old school restaurant, the waiters have worked here for centuries and they are older men. Seasoned Italian wait staff appear brusque and rude compared to American standards. Not! That's just the way it is. Here's how to disarm an old school Italian waitperson: First speak Italian if you can. If not, politely say "il menu in inglese, per favore?" See, that's not so cryptic.... They have English menus in most restos in Rome. Then point to the dishes you like.. They'll fall in love with you for trying to survive in their resto. Then you'll see a smile and the fun begins. ”

“ Awesome spot. Paper menu lists daily specials and prices. Fish and meat prices are listed in euros by the kilo. A cozy place with full salad bar and a surprisingly large dining area. Tables packed closely togetherz Service is quick and efficient. Food is tremendous. Ravioli with spinach and ricotta is the best of the entire trip. Large wrapper made fresh very recently folded over the filling and drizzled with melted butter, Parmesan and diced oregano. An Absolutely stunning dish. Eggplant parmigiana is thick, breaded heavily, lightly fried and has a mountain of cheese melted over the top. Tomato sauce is fresh and sweet. Another winner. Veal cutlet beaded, pounded thin, fried and topped with mushrooms is tender and sweet. The creamy mushrooms envelope the cutlet. ”

“ One of the best lunches we had in Rome...service was pretty nice, even though the waiter did make fun of how greasy Italian food is in the US...he was kinda upset that there is a dish called Chicken Parmesan!! But he was pretty nice overall and pointed us in the right direction each time we wanted his advice. For my starter I had Ovola di Bufala con Pomodoro e Rughetta. Mozzarella and Tomatoes with Arugula (Italian version of caprese salad)....the server told me that the buffalo mozzarella here was so fresh and moist, there was no need to use olive oil. I was AMAZED!! Check out the picture of the salad. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/9j6VnM7LOno9Tf4LpA3ZlA) Damn I miss the buffalo mozzarella now! It was so good that I have refused to eat caprese salad since I've come back to LA (I did order it once and was so disappointed!). This was our last lunch in Roma and yes, we ordered way too much but it was so worth it! The lasagna was perfectly cooked and so tasty. My ravioli was to die for (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/9j6VnM7LOno9Tf4LpA3ZlA?select=pJzKg4J_EqVszXrwLL2vyg) Everything we ordered was so fresh and delicious...it was amazing. This is really a perfect place, especially on Sunday when most other places are closed in Rome. Make sure you make reservations as on Sunday, the restaurant was packed! Most of the tables were occupied with big families dressed in their Sunday best (assuming they were coming here after mass). Overall, this was one of the great meals in Roma....fresh ingredients, delicious food, great service and best part is that it wasn't too pricey...just perfect for a nice restaurant with great food! Go here when you are in Rome, you won't regret it! ”