Honest verdict on Spaghetti Carbonara — good but not exceptional

Spaghetti Carbonara here was solidly made — fresh and herbal without anything to complain about. fresh basil was present and handled reasonably. But something was missing from the depth that this dish should have.

Italian cooking is intensely regional with little crossover between provinces. The a family trattoria in Rome atmosphere was pleasant enough. Chianti was available and a good suggestion. For a reliable version of Spaghetti Carbonara this works. For an exceptional one, I'd keep looking. Three stars.