Rome Restaurants Recommendations
- Alex Medvedovski
- Jan 12, 2019
- 5 min read

Piazza di Spagna / Piazza del Popolo Metamorfosi
Via Giovanni Antonelli,
30 - 00197 Roma Tel: +39 06 8076839
Open: Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner Monday-Saturday
Website: metamorfosiroma.it
E-mail: reservation@metamorfosiroma.it
“michelin starred and delicious! No view, though, and in Parioli.”
Osteria dell’Arco (Nomentana)
Via Giacomo Pagliari 11
Tel: +39 06 8548438
Open: Lunch Monday-Saturday 1:00pm-3:30pm, Dinner Monday-Saturday 8:00p,-11:00pm
Contemporary, minimalist menu. But, extremely good. Located a bit away from the tourist bustle, and attracts a more local crowd.
Al Ceppo (Parioli)
Via Panama,
2 Tel: +39 06 8530317
Open: Tuesday-Sunday 12:30pm-3:00pm, Monday-Sunday 7:30pm-11:00pm
Website: http://www.ristorantealceppo.it/eng/
E-mail: info@ristorantealceppo.it
“Well‑prepared”, “typical” Italian fare in pleasant environs make this “tradition in Parioli” a “place locals go to entertain important friends”.
Nino
Via Borgognona
11 Tel: +39 06 6786752 Open:
Everyday for Lunch and Dinner, Closed Sundays
Website: http://www.ristorantenino.it/
Tuscan cuisine at the foot of the Spanish Steps, this pricey restaurant is self-described as “always full and a little noisy”. Classic and traditional.
Enoteca Antica
Via della Croce
76 Tel: +39.06 6790896
Open: Everyday 12PM - 1AM
Website: http://www.anticaenoteca.com/
E-mail: enoteca.antica@tiscali.net
A friendly and old-fashioned wine bar, in the heart of the historic center, that offers a daily rotation of quality Italian wines by the glass. There is an excellent choice of hot and cold dishes including lighter snacks such as salads and antipasti.
Ristorante Matricianella Roma
Via del Leone 3-4 Tel: +39.06 6832100
Open: Everyday 12:30pm – 3:00pm, 7:30pm - 11pm, Closed Sundays
Website: http://www.matricianella.it/
This classic Roman trattoria, located on a small street off of piazza S. Lorenzo in Lucina, serves a wonderful selection of traditional dishes such as bucatini all’amatriciana and abbacchio a scottadito. There is also a thoughtful and fairly-priced wine list. Reservations recommended.
Pinsere Roma
Via Flavia
98 Tel: +39.06 42020924
Website: http://www.pinsereroma.com/
Open Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
This pizzeria serves classic “pinsa,” a traditional oval-shaped pizza.
Ad Hoc
Via Ripetta
43 Tel: +39.06 3233040
Open: Lunch 12:30pm-3:00pm, Dinner 7:00PM - 11:00PM, Closed Mondays
Website: http://www.ristoranteadhoc.com/en/default.html
E-mail: info@ristoranteadhoc.com
Trattoria der Pollarolo
Largo del Pollarolo
14 Tel: +39 06 6880 1448
Open: Everyday Lunch 12:30pm-3:30pm, Dinner 7:00pm-11:00pm
Website: http://www.trattoriaderpallaro.com/ Classic Roman trattoria, does not accept credit cards.
Enoteca Buccone
Via Ripetta
19 Tel: +39 06 361 2154
Open: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-9:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-11:30pm, Sunday 11:00am-7:00pm
Website: http://www.enotecabuccone.com/Sito_Buccone_eng/homeeng.htm
Great place to grab a glass of wine or some antipasto for lunch or pre-dinner. Because it is a wine store they offer an expansive selection. Remember that they upcharge 30% for you to drink the bottle there as the prices shown are for take-away. Dal Bolognese Piazza del Popolo
1 Tel: +39 06 3611426
Open: Lunch Monday-Friday 12:45pm-3:00pm, Dinner Monday-Saturday 8:00pm-11:00pm
Website: http://dalbolognese.it/it/contatti
E-mail: roma@dalbolognese.it
A white tablecloth, candlelit restaurant in one of the most picturesque squares in Rome, Dal Bolognese offers a truly elegant, classic atmosphere, a high-quality, traditional menu and prices to match. Best for a special occasion or business dinner.
Gusto Piazza Augusto Imperatore
9 Tel: +39 06 3226273
Open: Everyday 12:00pm-3:30pm, 7:00pm-12:00am
Website: www.gusto.it
E-mail: eventi@gusto.it
The full package, Gusto offers a restaurant, a pizzeria, a mozzarella bar, a wine bar and a cookbook shop. Located near Caesar’s tomb, this spot is great for anything from a quick lunch, to a leisurely drink, to a full-on dinner. Vatican Area
Duecentogradi Piazza Risorgimento
3 Tel: +39.06 3975439
Open: Everyday 10:00am - 7:00pm
Website: http://www.duecentogradi.it/
E-mail: info@duecentogradi.it
Over 30 types of delectable panini, made with bread baked on site, in the middle of bustling Piazza Risorgimento.
Ar-Lu Borgo Pio
135 Tel: +39 06 68 68 936
Open Monday - Saturday, 11:00am-6:00PM, Dinner (requires reservation of 15+people) 7:30PM - 11PM
Website: http://www.ristorantearlu.com/eng/
E-mail: info@risorantearle.com
Moderately-priced trattoria in the Borgo neighborhood, just north of St. Peter's. Pan-Italian dishes and several varieties of entree' salads.
Osteria dell'Angelo
Via Giovanni Bettolo
24 Tel: +39.06 3729470
Open: Lunch Tuesday-Friday 1:00pm-3:00pm, Dinner Monday-Saturday 7:30pm-11:30pm
Close enough to the Vatican that it's an easy walk, off the beaten path enough that the food is great and the prices are reasonable.
Pizzarium
Via della Meloria
43 Tel: +39.06 39745416
Open: Monday-Saturday 11:00am-10:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm-10:00pm
Naturally-leavened pizza with unique and original toppings - all a stone's throw from the entrance to the Vatican Museums.
Romeo
Via Silla
26/a Tel: +39 06 32 110 120
Open: Everday 9:00am-12:00am
Website: http://www.romeo.roma.it/
E-mail: info@romeo.roma.it
Great new spot from the partnership of Rosciolis(wonderful bakers) and Christine Bowerman(wonderful chef).
Veloavevodetto dei Quiriti Piazza dei Quiriti
5 Tel: +39 06 360 00009
Open: Everyday12:30pm-3:00pm, 7:45pm-11:00pm
Website: http://www.ristorantevelavevodetto.it/en/home
E-mail: info@ristorantevelavevodetto.it
Typical Roman osteria that has a sister restaurant in Testaccio.
Trastevere Pizzeria ai Marmi Viale Trastevere
53 Tel: +39.06 5800919
Open: Everyday 6:30pm-1:00am, Closed Wednesdays
This pizzeria serves Roman style pizza and has a true local atmosphere. The antipasti fritti include supplì, zucchini blossoms stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies and cod fillets. They are also well known for their cannellini beans cooked with sausage .
Pizzeria "Dar Poeta" Vicolo del Bologna
45 Tel: +39 06 58 80 516
Open: Everyday 12:00pm-12:30am
Website: http://www.darpoeta.com/index_en.html
This pizzeria serves unique wood-fired style pizzas, and is frequented by Romans and tourists alike. They offer a variety of pizzas and are especially known for the Buffala, a pizza with fresh buffalo mozzarella cheese. They do not accept reservations. La Boccaccia
Via di Santa Dorotea 2
Open Monday - Sunday, 11:00am - 10:00pm
Website: http://www.pizzerialaboccaccia.it/
A focaccia pizzeria, great for a quick lunch on the go. Monti, Colosseum and Testaccio Taverna dei Fori Imperiali
Via della Madonna dei Monti
9 Tel: +39 06 679 8643
Open: Everyday 12:30-3:00pm, 7:30pm-11:00pm, Closed Tuesdays
Website: http://www.latavernadeiforiimperiali.com/english.htm
E-mail: info@latavernadeiforiimperiali.com
Family-run, cosy trattoria. Don’t bother with the printed menu- always ask for the specials of the day.
Da Flavio Veloavevodetto
Via di Monte Testaccio
97/ 99 Tel: +39 06 5744194
Open daily, 12:30pm-3:00pm, 7:30pm-11:00pm
Website: http://www.ristorantevelavevodetto.it/en/
E-mail: info@ristorantevelavevodetto.it
Traditional Roman cuisine, locally sourced and simply presented in a relaxed atmosphere. Terrific seafood and pizza in the evening. Great outdoor space for spring/summer, extensive wine list.
Agata e Romeo
Via Carlo Alberto
45 Tel: +39 06 4466115
Open: Everyday for Lunch and Dinner, Closed Sundays
Website: http://www.agataeromeo.it/
E-mail: ristorante@agataeromeo.it
Quite expensive, very romantic, great wine list. Must have reservations.
Checchino Dal 1887
Via di Monte Testaccio
30 Tel: +39 06 5746318
Open: Tuesday-Sunday 12:30pm-2:45pm, Tuesday-Saturday 8:00pm-12:00pm Website: http://www.checchino-dal-1887.com/ A Roman institution!
Enoteca Provincia Romana - Terre e Domus Largo del Foro Traiano
82/84 Tel: +39 06 69940273
Open: Everyday 7:30am-12:00pm
A food and wine shop sponsored by the provincial government and sells products and dishes specifically from the province of Roma. Reservation at lunch is necessary. Enoteca Tre Scalini
Via Panisperna
251 Tel: +39 06 48907495
Open: Everyday 12:30-1:00, Closed Mondays
Website: http://www.ai3scalini.com/index.php/en/
E-mail: info@ai3scalini.com
Wine bar that serves simple food; menu changes daily Pantheon / Piazza Navona Armando al Pantheon
Salita Dei Crescenzi, 31 Roma
Tel: +39.06.68803034
Open: Monday - Friday, 11:30AM- 10:30PM, closed Saturday evening and Sunday Classic Roman Trattoria, owned by the Gargioli family since 1961, just around the corner from the Pantheon. Recommended by Slow Food Italy.
Maccheroni Piazza delle Coppelle
44 Tel: +39 06 68307895
Website: www.ristorantemaccheroni.com
Excellent, traditional pasta dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Osteria dell’Ingegno Piazza di Pietra
45 Tel: +39 06 6780662
Open: Everyday 12:30pm-11:30pm
Website: http://osteriaingegno.it/index.php/en/
A whimsical menu at a moderate price under the shadown of Hadrian’s Temple.
Da Baffetto
Via del Governo Vecchio
114 Tel: +39 06 6861617
Open: Everyday 12:30pm-3:00pm, 6:30pm-12:30am
One of the best, most locally adored pizzerias, serving pizza Romana, with a crispy, thin crust. They accept only cash, no credit cards.
Il Corallo
Via del Corallo
10 Tel: +39 06 68307703
Open: Everyday 12:30pm-3:00pm, 7:00pm-11:00pm
A great pizzeria that is family-friendly and budget-conscious. Try the vast selection of pizza biancha!
Campo de’ Fiori / Jewish Ghetto Nonna Betta
Via del Portico d'Ottavia,
16 Tel: +39 06 68 80 62 63
Open: Everyday 12:00pm-11:00pm, Closed Tuesdays
Website: http://www.nonnabetta.it/
This kosher restaurant in the Jewish Ghetto is famous for its artichokes alla giudia style. A wonderful place to enjoy Jewish Roman cuisine in the setting of the Jewish Ghetto. Roscioli
Via dei Giubbonari,
21 Tel: +39 06 6875287
Open: Everday 12:30pm-4:00pm, 7:00pm-12:00pm, Closed Sundays
Website: http://www.salumeriarosciol
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