Politicians and mandarins from the parliament buildings nearby lounge in the sumptuous tearoom of this temple to Neapolitan goodies, while lesser mortals bolt coffees at the counter. The rum babà reigns supreme, but ricotta lovers rave over the crunchy sfogliatella, flavoured with cinnamon and orange peel, and the pastiera, a rich tart filled with ricotta, orange-flower water, citrus peel and whole grains of wheat.
Area Rome
Transport Bus 62, 63, 81, 85, 95, 117, 119, 160, 175, 492, 628, 630, 850.
Telephone 06 679 8147
Open 7am-9pm Mon-Sat; 8am-9pm Sun.
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