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Life

via della Vite 29, 00186 Rome, Italy
+390669380948
Ranked #31 of 3,952 restaurants in Rome
4.5 of 5 stars 428 Reviews
Price range: INR1,624 - INR4,089
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Description: Life stands out among the crowd of restaurants within easy walking distance of the Spanish Steps for its breezy contemporary elegance. Diners here are almost always young and beautiful, too. Though a restaurant, pizzeria and wine bar, the place has a certain cosiness, complimented by friendly service and a simple, sophisticated menu. Strictly top Italian produce makes it to Life���s kitchen, known for its accomplished, artistically-arranged meat and fish secondi (like beef fillet sliced with Norcia black truffles, and oven-baked sea bream with potatoes and Taggiasche olives. The crispy pizzas also deserve a special mention (dough is left to rise for 72 hours). Delicate desserts are all made in-house and amazing. Make the most of each course by asking for a wine pairing recommendation.
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Derby, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

This is the perfect side street, locals restaurant. Out of the way from the tourists and overpriced plaza's. The service is excellent as is the food. Great style & felt like our own piece of Rome...

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Funchal, Portugal
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

we had the pizzas and pastas, but always tempted to try other dishes, they looked nice, like the lagostini pastas. but we cut on the food to have more shopping.

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Canberra, Australia
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85 reviews 85 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

We were walking around the area between the Spanish Steps and the Trevino Fountain, and walked down this lovely side street to come across this terrific restaurant. Despite the location it seemed that most diners were locals, not tourists. The waitresses were very friendly, and although it was not necessary as the menu was easy to follow, spoke good English.... More

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Burford
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

The food is high quality yet a very reasonable. Would recommend to anyone.

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Melbourne, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

We had the best meal at Life Restaurant in Rome, the pasta was homemade and the whole experience was fantastic!

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Germany
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Excellent italian food. Was advised by owner of hotel Spagna Royal Suites to visit restaurant, and my husband and I are both happy we took his advice. Tasy..tasty.tasty...

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Nijmegen
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We stumbled onto this restaurant for lunch. We only had pizza, which was good, and saw some other dishes go by to other tables that looked very good. We were seated outside in one of those "parking space terraces" but it didn't feel too cramped and it had nice furniture and plants creating a good atmosphere. The waiters were friendly... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

When my wife and I and four of our closest friends decided to celebrate 30 years of our friendship by spending a few days in Rome, which also coincided with my 55th (ouch) birthday, then we knew we had to factor in a special meal. A little research led us to this super restaurant which we pre booked via the... More

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Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

good food, great service just go! in the evening order befor you go

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Perth, Australia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

It started of just having drinks and nibbles at 3pm. I think we ended up leaving at midnight. Our waitress was fantastic, she made some great recommendations for the local wines. The food was to die for. We never had a reservation, and with eight of us, I thought we mighjt find it hard to get in. But the owner... More

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