Taverna Romana Monti 79 for lunch near the Colosseum

My husband and I popped by for lunch on a whim before a Colosseum tour, and it ended up being a highlight of our time in Rome. We still talk about the carbonara and oxtail. Have sent multiple friends here over the years and it's always at the top of my "if I could eat dinner anywhere tonight" list. Not fussy or fancy, just a wonderful spot to eat in a touristy area.