Our inviting neighbourhood eatery emulates a traditional Roman trattoria, serving excellent espresso, perfect pastries and a daily menu of modern Italian favourites in the chicest of surroundings.
A “small jewel” amongst the cobbled streets of Rome
Named after the renowned street it is located on, Da Sistina focuses on typical roman cuisine combined with a modern and unique twist, blending tradition with innovation.
This blend of classic dishes with a modern twist is visible in the space as well. A chic checkerboard floor is mixed with velvety red chair cushions, and sumptuous wallpaper generating an air of sophistication and old-world charm.
Commenting on the design, lead designer of Hotel de la Ville, Tommaso Ziffer said: “In Da Sistina Bistro, you’ll find an assortment of Renaissance-inspired busts and statues, set against luxurious jewel-toned velvet sofas reminiscent of old Italian palazzos. The striking black and white floor tiles throughout hark back to the neoclassicism that emerged during the mid-18th century.”
Fulvio Pierangelini uses traditional Roman ingredients mixing the freshest produce for a unique gastronomic journey. Throughout the day, the menu at ‘Da Sistina’ features fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients that capture the history and evolution of Roman cuisine.
Puntarelle salad, lentils soup with shellfish, and the pumpkin cream with chestnuts and ginger celebrate the humble ingredients typical of the cucina povera, “simple cuisine” whereas artichokes, cauliflowers, and chicory reflect the countryside’s rich variety of fresh herbs and vegetables.
In paying tribute to Roman tradition, classics such as spaghetti al pomodoro, ravioli alla carbonara, and codfish with chickpeas and mint are recreated in Pierangelini style.
“An ingredient may be changed but ultimately I want people to close their eyes and feel they are in Rome,”
A vibrant, modern-day icon atop the Spanish Steps.
A vibrant, modern-day icon atop the Spanish Steps.
A vibrant, modern-day icon atop the Spanish Steps.
