Il Marchese - Osteria Mercato Liquori: Authentic Roman Cuisine & Exceptional Amaro Tasting in Rome

We had a great dinner here, we made the reservation a day in advance, account for at least 2 hours, since that’s how long we were there, we had an appetizer, main dish and dessert

Chiara organized an amaro tasting for us and it was fabulous. Mirko really took care of us and made it so much fun! He considered our preferences before choosing each sample, explained what we were drinking, and brought us delicious snacks between rounds. We highly recommend Il Marchese, and this memorable, special event. We will definitely be back when we return to Rome!

What an amazing spot! Marchese truly specializes in cocktails. This was our second visit in two years to Rome, and it’s become a must - stop every time, we always come back for a snack and perfectly crafted drinks. The bartenders are not only professional but also great guides, helping you navigate the menu and recommending the best options for your taste. Exceptional service and some of the most delicious cocktails in town.

The croquettes are spectacular: a light, crispy bite with juicy, flavorful meat and a perfectly balanced creamy sauce. A 10/10 dish—I only wish there were more of them. The rigatoni carbonara is equally impressive. Perfectly al dente pasta, a silky and intense sauce, guanciale in two textures (crispy shards and soft, fatty cubes), strong pecorino that lingers beautifully, and just the right touch of pepper. It can feel a bit heavy toward the end, but overall it’s a fantastic plate. The whole experience is truly pleasant. The place itself is beautiful but laid-back—not pretentious, just a genuine traditional Italian spot. The staff are outstanding, prices are fair, and the cost-benefit is excellent. My guess? This restaurant could easily be looking at a Michelin star in a few years. For now, it’s already a solid 9/10.

Exquisite place. Best carbonara and other pastas. Our group asked about amaros, the manager and staff quickly manufactured a plan for an amaro tasting later that night. It was incredible. I would go back to rome and would not miss this spot. Frankly, I would stay somewhere nearby again just to enjoy this place

We loved everything at Il Marchese - the ambience, the place itself was beautiful, food was delicious and service was very professional and friendly. We were lucky to get a table without booking as we came in before the busy dinner time, but the restaurant filled up very quickly, so next time we will definitely make a reservation. We tried carbonara and matriciana and a white wine recommended by the waiter - everything was delicious.