During their trip to Rome to attend the funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 following a stroke, Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron were spotted on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the renowned Italian restaurant Dal Bolognese. Located on the prestigious Piazza del Popolo, this establishment is famous for welcoming distinguished political, intellectual, and artistic figures.
Dal Bolognese, now managed by Alfredo Tomaselli after his father Ettore’s culinary ventures in Morocco before settling permanently in Rome, offers traditional Emilian cuisine.
Signature dishes include tagliatelle alla bolognese, tortellini in broth, and an impressive selection of boiled meats. The dishes are crafted with homemade fresh pasta and carefully selected charcuterie.
Prices vary depending on the dish. Starters include Parma ham for €16, mortadella for €15, or an artichoke salad for €20.
For pasta dishes, prices range from €23 for lasagna to €45 for certain risottos. Meat lovers can expect to pay between €28 and €95, depending on their choice of roast beef, meatballs, or Chateaubriand beef fillet. Seafood options such as shrimp, calamari, or salmon are priced between €33 and €90.
Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron enjoyed these specialties during their stay in Rome. Dal Bolognese remains a gastronomic landmark in the Italian capital, regularly attracting a prestigious clientele seeking an authentic culinary experience.