CUCINA ROMANA Papi brings the flavours of Rome to the 8th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO. The restaurant specialises in two of the Italian capital's most iconic pasta dishes: carbonara and amatriciana, prepared with a commitment to tradition that would satisfy even a discerning Roman. During the day it operates as a pasta specialist, while in the evening it transforms into an Italian bar serving a broader range of Roman dishes alongside wine and cocktails. The interior is calm and inviting, with enough sophistication for a date night yet relaxed enough for a casual weekday dinner. The pasta is cooked al dente and the sauces are rich without being heavy, striking a balance that keeps regulars coming back. Lunch sets offer good value for the quality on offer. The restaurant is located on the restaurant floor of Ikebukuro PARCO, a short walk from the station's east exit. Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends, and the venue accepts online bookings through several platforms.
Opens tomorrow at 11 am
すべての価格はJapanese Yen（¥ / JPY）です
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L. N.
I visited on May 23rd around 6 PM when most shops had already closed. Since I was craving pasta, I reluctantly stopped by a Western restaurant on the 8th floor of Parco. The photos online weren''t particularly appetizing, but it was the only option available at the time.
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The restaurant was nearly empty and the prices seemed fair, so I decided to give it a try. The staff appeared rather unenthusiastic about serving us. The food was excessively salty with an odd powdery aroma—my companion suggested it might be from the cheese, but I don''t believe that''s the cause.
O HA
This spot serves authentic Roman-style cuisine, a rare find that keeps me returning even before the new year. The pasta set priced around 3,000 yen is hearty and comes with a variety of appetizers.
-p chi
I stopped by with my son for a late lunch during cafe hours, and we both went with the pasta course.
K, A子 (エダマメ)
I had lunch at CUCINA ROMANA PAPI on the 8th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO. I was looking forward to trying authentic Roman pasta. I arrived just after noon, so the restaurant wasn''t too crowded.
CUCINA ROMANA PAPI クチーナ ロマーナ パピ 池袋パルコ
Cucina Romana storefront
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Cucina Romana Restaurant Entrance
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Cucina Romana
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Shrimp Pasta Dish
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Tonnarelli Menu Display
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Dessert and Drink on Table
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Kale Salad with Prosciutto and Cheese
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Seafood Paella or Caldo de Mariscos
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Shrimp Pasta Dish
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Bread and Butter Serving
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Creamy Pasta Dish
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Sautéed Chicken with Onions and Herbs
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Pizza and Pasta Meal
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Pasta with Bacon and Cheese
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Chocolate Lava Cake with Ice Cream
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Bacon Fries on Black Plate
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Served Dessert
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Fried Croquettes with Tomato Sauce
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Salad with Dressing
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Antipasto Platter with Prosciutto and Olives
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Restaurant Interior View with Menu Boards
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Bowl of Tomato Soup with Basil and Cheese
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Restaurant Interior
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Pizza with Bread and Butter
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Spaghetti with Bacon and Cheese
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Fried Croquettes with Tomato Sauce
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Kale Salad with Dressing
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Mozzarella Bruschetta
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Bruschetta with Tomato and Onion Salsa
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Bowl of Soup with Herbs
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Fried Fish and Vegetable Tempura
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Strawberry Pudding Dessert
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Creamy Pasta Dish
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Grilled Fish Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Dill
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Restaurant Interior with Yellow and Brown Theme
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Lunch Menu Tablet Display
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Ikebujuku Parco Restaurant Menu Board
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Alcohol Set Menu Board
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Lunch Menu Display
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Restaurant Menu Display
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Restaurant Interior Display
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Restaurant Interior with Tablet Bill
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