Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati
Parione, Rome
Restaurant in Rome, Italy
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A bar-restaurant hybrid near Campo de' Fiori that stays open until 1 AM nightly, Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati fills a gap in Rome's late-night dining scene. The spirits program is the draw here, the Sunday lunch service offers a useful alternative when many Roman kitchens are closed. Best for walk-in dinners or post-meal cocktails in a lively, neighborhood setting.
About Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati
Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati is a Rome venue with evening hours every day and a Sunday lunch window. The schedule is straightforward: Monday through Saturday from 6 PM to 1 AM, Sunday from 12:30 PM to 3 PM and again from 6 PM to 1 AM. Specific menu, cuisine, pricing, reservation, service-format details are not included, so plan around the hours rather than assumptions about the experience.
The Room and the Scene
Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati is in Rome, keeps late evening hours until 1 AM daily, has a smart-casual dress code. If the setting, noise level, or table style matters for your visit, confirm directly before going.
What to Expect
The decision here hinges on logistics and timing. The Sunday lunch service from 12:30 PM to 3 PM is the only daytime slot, while dinner-hour service begins at 6 PM daily and runs until 1 AM. Travelers looking for a Rome option with late operating hours may find the schedule useful, but should verify current availability and any menu needs before committing.
Reservations: Reservation and walk-in details are not included, so check directly before visiting. Hours: Open 6 PM–1 AM Monday through Saturday; Sunday 12:30–3 PM and 6 PM–1 AM. Best for: Planning around Rome dining hours, especially evening service and the Sunday lunch window. Dress: Smart casual.
Planning details
- Location
- Vicolo delle Grotte, 17, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- clorofillacucinaedistillati.it
- Phone
- +39669402296
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Clorofilla sits in a narrow Roman lane and reads like a thoughtful negotiation between culinary tradition and modern curiosity. The setting—historic ground floors near Campo de' Fiori—gives the place a classic, charming pedigree, while the menu and beverage program position it among the city's more considered mid-to-upper dining options. The restaurant signals its seriousness by placing cucina and distillati on equal footing, so the experience feels deliberate and sophisticated rather than purely nostalgic. Overall, it presents a refined take on Roman dining rooted in the neighbourhood's long gastronomic history.
Best For
This is primarily an evening destination: ideal for dinner, after-dinner drinks, and occasions when the pairing of food and spirits matters. Its location in a tucked-away lane of the historic centre and its mid-to-upper-tier approach make it a natural choice for date nights or special occasions, while the strong focus on distillates, grappas and digestivi also attracts those looking for a late-night finish. Guests who appreciate a place that treats the glass as seriously as the plate will find this particularly rewarding.
Ordering Tips
Approach the meal as a pairing between kitchen and spirits: the restaurant explicitly places distillati on equal footing with the cucina, so plan to order both. Start with representative plates and follow staff recommendations for accompanying grappas or digestivi. The house's signature dishes—Se Fosse un Uovo and Marinate Al Sakè—are natural touchpoints; pairing a small plate with a recommended distillate lets you experience the venue’s defining balance between food and drink. Ask the team for pairing guidance to make the most of the program.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, playful, and natural vibe with plant decor creating a cozy, jungle-like setting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Se Fosse un Uovo
- Marinate Al Sakè
Planning details
Location
Vicolo delle Grotte, 17, 00186 Roma RM, Italy · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Rosina Cucina di Casa, Notable alternative
- Luciano Cucina Italiana, Creative, €€
- Hosteria Grappolo d'Oro, Roman, €
- Osteria Da Fortunata, Roman, Roman
- Ristorante Pancrazio, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Among Rome's casual dining and cocktail spots, Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati sits in a different lane than the traditional Roman trattorias in the area. Hosteria Grappolo d'Oro and Osteria Da Fortunata offer more focused Roman menus at lower price points, but both close earlier and lean heavily into pasta and secondi rather than cocktails. If you're prioritizing classic Roman cooking over late-night bar energy, those two are better bets.
Luciano Cucina Italiana operates at a higher price tier (€€) with a creative Italian approach, making it the stronger choice for a sit-down dinner with ambition. Rosina Cucina di Casa offers home-style cooking without the late-night hours, so it's best for early-evening meals. Clorofilla is the address to save when you need a table after 11 PM or want cocktails to be as important as the food. Ristorante Pancrazio is nearby but operates in a more formal register, so reserve it for occasions that require a dining room with more polish.
For travelers pacing their days around late starts or museum marathons, Clorofilla's 1 AM closing time and Sunday lunch service make it a practical backup. If you're chasing the best Roman food in the neighborhood, start with Grappolo d'Oro or Da Fortunata; if you're chasing late-night energy and drinks, Clorofilla is the better call.
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Compare Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati | Rome | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Rosina Cucina di Casa | Rome | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Luciano Cucina Italiana | Rome | Creative | €€ | 2026 Michelin Plate2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #8062025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Hosteria Grappolo d'Oro | Rome | Roman | € | 2026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Osteria Da Fortunata | Rome | Roman | ; | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #5852024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6382023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended |
| Ristorante Pancrazio | Rome | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati in Rome?
Other Rome dining options to consider include Hosteria Grappolo d'Oro, Rosina Cucina di Casa, Luciano Cucina Italiana, Osteria Da Fortunata, Ristorante Pancrazio. Choose among them based on the kind of meal, timing, setting you want, confirm current details directly before booking.
Does Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary-restriction and allergy details are not included. If you have serious allergies or specific requirements, contact Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati directly before visiting.
Is lunch or dinner better at Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati?
The lunch service is Sunday from 12:30 PM to 3 PM. Evening hours run from 6 PM to 1 AM daily. Choose Sunday lunch if you need the daytime slot, or evening service if the later schedule suits your plans.
What should a first-timer know about Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati?
Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati is in Rome and has hours of 6 PM–1 AM Monday through Saturday, plus Sunday 12:30–3 PM and 6 PM–1 AM. Menu, pricing, reservation, service-format details are not included, so confirm anything important directly before going.
What should I wear to Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati?
Is Clorofilla Cucina & Distillati good for a special occasion?
There is not enough detail here about ambience, menu, pricing, or service style to judge it as a special-occasion venue. If you need a more structured choice in Rome, you may also compare it with Ristorante Pancrazio or Luciano Cucina Italiana and confirm current details directly.
