Friday, October 19, 2012

Pancrazia Restaurant Secret: Theatre Of Pompey

Ristorante Da Pancrazio Piazza del Biscione 92, 00186 Rome RM


This rather nice restaurant away from the madness of Campo di Fiore has a rather enchanting history that they are willing to share but don't make much fuss about. 

You see their basement is the remains of part of the original construction of Pompey's Theatre, dating back to 55 BC.


It is interesting to be able to go a bit 'off the beaten track' in this city of ruins and see something less well-visited. 







The restaurant owners have been very amenable to visitors seeing their historical basement.  Having visited, it is a good idea to stay for lunch and enjoy the table of this fine establishment. 

And good manners. 




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