Tired of eating pasta dishes and pizza? If you are looking for a different place, Dar Filettaro in Santa Barbara you can enjoy fried cod fillet. This is a historic Roman trattoria located at Largo dei Librari 88, near Campo de’ Fiori. It is famous for its specialty: fried cod, an iconic dish in the Roman culinary tradition. The small, spartan eatery has been an institution for nearly a century, attracting Romans and tourists alike with its authentic atmosphere and authentic flavors.
The menu is simple and offers, in addition to the famous cod fillet, dishes such as puntarelle alla romana, beans with onion, anchovies with butter, and other typical appetizers. The fillets are prepared with natural ingredients and fried, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They can be enjoyed seated in the restaurant or take-out, perhaps while strolling through the streets of the historic center.
Frequented by politicians, artists and even Pope Pius XII, Dar Filettaro offers a unique dining experience, where Roman-ness can be felt in every detail, from the friendly waiters to the rustic, cozy ambiance.
Fried cod fillet is an iconic dish of Roman cuisine, famous for its simplicity and authentic taste. Prepared with Norwegian baccalà (salted and desalted cod), it is dipped in a light batter and then fried to a crispy crust on the outside while maintaining the fish’s softness on the inside.
The filet is served hot, often accompanied by traditional side dishes, and is a specialty that can be found year-round, but is especially popular during the holiday season, especially on Christmas Eve (a day when no meat is traditionally eaten).
Dar Filettaro in Santa Barbara is open Monday through Saturday, for dinner only. It has a Google score of 4.4/5. For example, Riccardo writes,“I came to this place for dinner with a friend of mine. As soon as you enter you are catapulted into the Rome of yesteryear. The waiter who served us made us feel immediately at home. Unique cod fillets. Insalatina with the puntarelle dressing was super. As a Roman I will definitely come back. Honest prices.”
To make reservations: 06 686 4018.