Best restaurants in Rome
Take a seat at some of the best restaurants you can find anywhere in Rome and sample some of the frankly stupendously tasty food on offer in one of the culinary hotspots of Europe.
Looking for the best restaurants in Rome?
When looking for the best restaurants for us it is all about flavour, taste and service. The most expensive restaurant is not always necessarily the best (although sometimes they are!). In Rome the food is great if you know where to go, so check out any of our favoured dining options below and Mangia! until your heart is content, your stomach is full and your tastebuds can take no more.
Salumeria Roscioli
Historic Center & Jewish Ghetto
Excellent deli and restaurant. Menu features traditional Italian plus classic international dishes. Superb wine list. Space is limited, so book or get there early.
map • +39 06 687 5287
Emma Pizzeria
Location: Historic Center & Jewish Ghetto
Modern pizzeria. Serves excellent wood-fired pizzas with exciting toppings – even at lunchtime, a rarity in Rome.
map • +39 06 6476 0475
Colline Emiliane
Location: Villa Borghese, Barberini & the Quirinale
Close to the Trevi Fountain. Famous for its regional Emilia-Romagna dishes. Menu includes decadent sauces and handmade pasta.
map • +39 06 481 7538
Giulietta Pizzeria
Location: Testaccio & Ostiense
You have a choice of delicious pizzas, either thin-cut Roman style or Neapolitan thick-crust, topped with a variety of fresh produce.
map • +39 06 4522 9022
Armando al Pantheon
Location: Historic Center & Jewish Ghetto
A popular spot close to the Pantheon offering traditional Roman fare. Best to book.
map • +39 06 6880 3034
Da Felice
Location: Testaccio & Ostiense
Everybody flocks here to enjoy authentic Roman dishes. Definitely worth a taste!
map • +39 06 574 6800
Casa Coppelle
Location: Historic Center & Jewish Ghetto
Located near the Pantheon. Upmarket and stylish with Italian-French menu.
map • +39 06 6889 1707
Glass Hostaria
Location: Trastevere
Chic Michelin-starred restaurant. Innovative menu. You must book.
map • +39 06 5833 5903
Metamorfosi
Location: Villa Borghese, Barberini & the Quirinale
You’ll find this Michelin-starred establishment in upmarket Parioli. Famous for its creative dishes. Book ahead.
map • +39 06 807 6839
Ristorante L’Arcangelo
Location: Vatican & Prati
A local favorite with an authentic menu.
map • +39 06 321 0992
Roman street food options
You can also grab something lighter with by sampling some street food that is still delicious and unmistakably tastes of Italy in every bite. One of the highlights of a trip to Italy and Rome is the food so you should certainly taste as many different culinary delights as possible.
Pizzarium • Vatican & Prati
Just 10 minutes from the Vatican Museums. Renowned for its delectable takeaway sliced pizza (al taglio). • map • +39 06 3974 5416
Mercato Centrale • Termini & Around
The 3-story food hall at Termini Station offers everything from traditional pizza and pasta to salads, sushi and vegetarian food. • map • +39 06 4620 2900
Forno Campo de’ Fiori • Historic Center & Jewish Ghetto
If you’re looking for delicious sliced pizza for a snack or cheap meal, head for this bustling bakery. Order the famous Pizza Bianca. • map • +39 06 6880 6662
Supplizio • Historic Center & Jewish Ghetto
Supplì (traditional fried rice croquets), both classic or in exciting incarnations, are this gourmet takeaway’s speciality. You can also eat there. • map • +39 06 8916 0053
Mordi e Vai • Testaccio & Ostiense
A local favorite for its authentic street food including Panini (rolls) filled with mouthwatering beef. Busy at lunchtime. • map • +39 339 134 3344
Fatamorgana • Trastevere
Organic gelato doesn’t get better than this gelaterie which has branches around the city. Try one of its unusual flavour combos. • map • +39 06 580 3615