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Pasta · From Roma, Lazio

Carbonara

Also known as: spaghetti carbonara · pasta carbonara

49Places

21Cities

51Reviews

18Creators

71%Loved

0Michelin

The story

Carbonara, also known as spaghetti carbonara, is a classic Italian pasta dish originating from the Lazio region. While its exact historical origins remain a subject of culinary debate, it has become a staple of Roman cuisine and is recognized globally.

The dish is characterized by its creamy texture, which is achieved through a specific emulsion of ingredients rather than the use of cream. Key components traditionally include pasta (typically spaghetti), eggs, hard cheese (such as Pecorino Romano), cured pork (such as guanciale or pancetta), and black pepper. A great version of carbonara is distinguished by the seamless integration of the egg and cheese into a silky sauce without scrambling the eggs, a technique often emphasized by culinary enthusiasts.

The dish enjoys significant popularity and varied critical reception across the globe. In Italy, venues like *Checchino dal 1887* and *Osteria da Fortunata* in Rome are highly regarded by creators such as *Pratt* and *Giovanni Fois*. In Milan, *Ristorante Max Mariola* and *Davidino Cucina Romana* have received praise from users like *Braciamcora* and *Habemus Fame*. Conversely, some international venues have faced criticism; for instance, *Buca di Beppo* in the United States received a negative review from *Giovanni Fois*, and *Maccheroni* in Milan saw mixed feedback from *Secondo Luca*. Beyond Italy, the dish is found in diverse locations, from *Reffen - Skøjteøen* in Copenhagen to *Tabon* in Japan, as noted by *Cosa mangiamo oggi?*.

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Where to eat it

49 places reviewed by YouTube creators.

Roma (20)

Milano (7)

Rieti (2)

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Las Vegas (2)

What creators say

Highlights from 6 creator reviews of Carbonara.

An all-you-can-eat Roman cuisine restaurant in Palermo offering free antipasti, unlimited carbonara and secondi for €19.90 with wine included. The croquettes were incredible, the carbonara was well-made despite the addition of cream, and the Roman meatballs were delicious.
Dar Bottarolo · Palermoloved
Pasta e Vino at Mercato di Testaccio offers honest, affordable Roman pasta classics; we enjoyed the carbonara and amatriciana in a lively market setting with outdoor seating.
Pasta e Vino · Romaloved
Da Lore is a historic hotel-bar-restaurant in the Marche region, serving classic Italian dishes like a nostalgically prepared carbonara, homemade ravioloni, and a simple antipasto platter.
Da Lore · Caccamoloved
Da Lore is a truck stop trattoria in the heart of Le Marche, with a retro atmosphere and quality food. We had antipasto, homemade ravioli, a traditional-style carbonara, and fried seafood, all delicious. The service is professional and the bill was surprising: €40 for two people. Highly recommended.
Da Lore · Caccamoloved
A no-frills trattoria in Fiano Romano that serves enormous portions of classic Roman dishes and grilled meats, with top-quality ingredients and a warm, rustic atmosphere — a hidden gem well worth the trip.
Trattoria Er Caminetto · Fiano Romanoloved
At Dar Bottarolo in Rieti, we had an all-you-can-eat Roman meal for an incredibly low price. Despite mixed reviews, we were pleasantly surprised: the fried snacks were excellent, the gricia and carbonara well-executed, and the amatriciana and ribs good, with minor flaws like acidity and excess wine. Great value.
Dar Bottarolo · Rietiloved