The story
Tucked into Piazza di Porta S. Paolo, Mostro is a casual, hole-in-the-wall bar that has earned a solid 4.6-star rating from the ReTubeIt community. Creator Franchino Er Criminale gave the spot an 8 out of 10, praising its lineup of generously filled tramezzini. He tried the Insalata di Uovo Sodo con Maionese Speziata, the Cotoletta Fritta Giapponese con Verza, and the Salmone e Pomodoro, noting that while the sandwiches are “generous and tasty,” they come off “a bit dry — they need more moisture.” Still, he called it good value for the quality.
This is street-food fare designed for a quick, satisfying takeout bite in Rome’s Ostiense neighborhood. Mostro leans into its local-spot energy, offering a streamlined menu that keeps things straightforward. If you’re after a well-priced, no-fuss tramezzino break, it’s worth a stop—just be ready to chase it with something to drink.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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AI summary of what 3 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about Mostro’s Salmone e pomodoro, a dish celebrated for its bright, fresh simplicity. The overall vibe is one of unpretentious, deeply satisfying Italian comfort.
“This one is more moist because of the tomato, so it deserves an 8.5. The salmon is generous, you get it all the way to the last bite. The bread is tall and heavy, but the filling is well-proportioned. Overall, a solid 8.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Mostro. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A solid 8 out of 10. The tramezzini are generous and tasty, but a bit dry — they need more moisture. Good value for the quality.
Dishes mentioned
Insalata di Uovo Sodo con Maionese Speziata
This one is a bit dry — the egg soaks up everything, and there's not enough mayo. The flavour is good, but the final corner is tough to swallow. I'd give it a 7.5 out of 10. It needs a lot more mayonnaise to make it slide down.
Cotoletta Fritta Giapponese con Verza
The cutlet is cold, which makes it heavy — it's a brick going down. The cabbage is good, but it's all pre-packed, so it doesn't come together fresh. Honestly, it's tasty, but you need a knife and fork. I'd give it a 7.5 too. It needs some sauce to help it go down.
Salmone e Pomodoro
This one is more moist because of the tomato, so it deserves an 8.5. The salmon is generous, you get it all the way to the last bite. The bread is tall and heavy, but the filling is well-proportioned. Overall, a solid 8.
