Jim Barcelona's Philosophy and Food Blog

If you're ever in Rome and want where you eat and where you hang out for an evening to be very close, then I highly recommend Cafe della Scala (Via Della Scala 4) and the pizzeria right next to it. Hanging out at Cafe Della Scala is a joy. The tables outside tend to attract really gregarious types, and don't be surprised if a couple of folks ask you if the table is free to sit next to you.

At the pizzeria next door, they make fresh gnocchi which is part of a house specialty called "Gnochetti La Scaletta." It has clams and mussels in a light tomatoe sauce and sea broth.