ABOUT ALFREDO 100
Alfredo 100 celebrates the 100-year anniversary of the original Roman restaurant, Alfredo, founded in Italy in 1914.
Because of this 100 year tradition of excellence in food and service it attracted Ilaria Coletto, young Italian born and bred, to partner with Russell Bellanca, experienced restaurateur with Italian origins too, who relocated his critically acclaimed Alfredo of Rome, previously in Rock Center, to a new prominent location previously occupied by Bice.
At Alfredo 100, we are devoted to maintaining Alfredo’s authentic Italian cuisine and
traditions in a modern yet welcoming environment. Our world-renown fettuccine is once again featured on the menu as well as a variety of other authentiic delicious Italian
specialties while our casual yet elegant ambience is complimented by “retro meets
modern” decor featuring Roman-themed murals by the late, great Al Hirschfeld.
Our Story
Alfredo di Lelio opened Alfredo di Roma Restaurant in 1914 and began a tradition of
culinary excellence that has attracted celebrities from around the world.
Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks, major stars of silent films, visited Alfredo’s for the first time while in Rome on their honeymoon in 1927. This delightful food and atmosphere brought them back every day for a week.
Before returning to Hollywood, the couple presented Alfredo with a solid gold serving spoon and fork. The gift was inscribed – “To Alfredo, The King of Pasta.”
The spoon and fork became the family “symbol of excellence.” They are proudly displayed today in Alfredo’s in Rome when serving “Fettuccine Alfredo”, the house specialty.