Duration
2h 15m
Best Time
Any time
Price
€€€
Closures
Closed on Monday, Tuesday
About Checchino dal 1887
Historic Testaccio restaurant famous for quinto quarto (offal) dishes - the fifth quarter of the animal. Coda alla vaccinara (oxtail) and pajata are legendary. A pilgrimage site for understanding Rome's working-class food traditions.
Insider Tips
Order the coda alla vaccinara - it's been perfected over 130+ years and is the best version you'll find in Rome.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Via di Monte Testaccio, 30, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Neighborhood
TestaccioNearest Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 2h 15m.
Checchino dal 1887 is in the Testaccio neighborhood of Rome. The address is Via di Monte Testaccio, 30, 00153 Roma RM, Italy. The area is well-served by metro.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Closed on Monday, Tuesday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.
Nearby in Testaccio
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