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When it comes to eating out in Rome, if you’re not in the know, restaurants can be a little hit or miss. Dining establishments in the Eternal City come a dime a dozen and unfortunately, so do tourist traps.
Skip the tourist traps and follow our expert advice to the best restaurants in Rome
Prepare your palate and don’t miss a chance to dine at these restaurants on your next trip.
Here are our faves:
1. Imàgo:
The panoramic restaurant at the Hassler hotel, Imago offers a unique sensorial experience that includes superb views of Rome and exciting gastronomy
Address: Piazza della Trinità dei Monti, 6, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 6993 4726
IG:@hotelhasslerroma
Open: Every day from 7.00 pm to 10:30 pm
2. La Pergola:
La Pergola Rome promises a memorable dining experience
Address: Via Alberto Cadlolo, 101, 00136 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 3509 2152
Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays from 7.30 pm to 11:30 pm
3. Glass Hostaria:
Celebrated restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in a sleek, gold-accented dining room.
Address: Vicolo del Cinque, 58, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 5833 5903
IG: @glasshostaria
Open: Thursdays and Fridays from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm & Saturdays 12- 3 pm and
Sunday 7.00 pm to 9:30 pm
4. Pierluigi:
An Italian seafood restaurant with a piazza terrace or traditional interior that is a local and tourist favorite.
Address: Piazza de’ Ricci 144, Campo de’ Fiori, Rome
Phone: + 39 06 686 8717
IG: @pierluigiroma
Open daily.
MIDDLE RANGE RESTAURANTS – $$ – $$$
Somewhere in the middle, known for quality, fresh ingredients and Italian authenticity:
1. Ambrosia Rooftop Restaurant & Bar:
At Ambrosia Rooftop Restaurant & Bar you can taste the best dishes of the roman traditional cuisine.
Address: Via Nazionale, 22, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
IG: @ambrosia_rooftop_restaurant
Open: Every day from 4.00 pm to 12: 00 am
2. CiPasso:
This is a Sophisticated restaurant featuring creative bistro dishes & fine wines in an intimate dining room.
Address: Via Metastasio, 21, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 6889 2620
IG: @cipasso.roma
Open: Every day from 12.00 noon to 11: 00 pm
3. Virginiae:
The restaurant “Virginiae” is a synthesis of tradition and
innovation through authentic flavors, old recipes and dishes that do not forget the
the tradition of the local and national territory.
Address: Via di Parione, 41, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 8901 7261
IG: @ristorantevirginiae
Open: Tuesdays to Sundays from 10.00 am to 3: 30 pm and from 06:30 pm to11:00 pm
KNOWN FOR AUTHENTIC TRADITIONAL CUISINE
A good sign of a renowned local restaurant is when the locals revere the place.
The best Traditional Italian food is known for its simplicity and the freshness of it’s ingredients; juicy tomatoes, freshest cheese, basil and oregano straight from the farm, the freshly caught fish, pizza dough thinned out roman style and prepared minutes before.
Here are a few well-loved Rome restaurants with heritage and many year’s histories as kindly advised by the Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte’s owner Princess Maria Pia Ruspoli:
1. Due Ladroni:
The restaurant “Due Ladroni” has two large elegant lounges and a beautiful outdoor area that overlooks Piazza Nicosia, in the heart of Rome. The “Due Ladroni” cuisine is traditionally Italian, but with a very strong Neapolitan influence.
Address: Piazza Nicosia, 24, Roma
Phone: +39 06 686 1013
IG: @ristorantedueladroni
Open: Every day from 1.00 pm to3: 00 pm and from 08:00 pm to12:00 pm
2. La Campana:
The most ancient restaurant in the capital, La Campana proposes cooking of the tradition, with ample prominence to the Roman specialties.
Address: Vicolo della Campana, 18, Roma
Phone: +39 06 687 5273
IG: @ristorantelacampana
Open: Every day from 1.00 pm to3:00 pm and from 07:30 pm to 11:00 pm
3. Nino:
The restaurant speaks for itself it was opened in the 1930s by Nino and Mario Guarnacci, exceptional patrons, who brought together traditional dishes with all the partiality for Tuscany. Menu with daily and seasonal variations.
Address: Via Borgognona, 11, Rome
Phone: +39 06 678 6752
IG: @ristorante_nino_1934_roma
Open: Every day from 1,00 pm 3:30 pm and from 07:30pm to 10:30 PM
VERY ECONOMICAL
There are some places to eat in Rome that will ensure you eat well and spend less.
Here are our picks:
1. Pane e Salame:
Pane e Salame is all about the Italian sandwiches (with fresh Italian bread) and local Italian charcuterie meats.
Address: Via Santa Maria in Via, 19, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 679 1352
IG: @panesalameroma
Open: Every day from 11.00 am to 10:00 pm
2. PanDivino – Street Food
Address: Via del Paradiso, 39, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 328 948 1974
IG: @pandivinostreetfood
Open: Sundays, Tuesdays to Fridays 12:30 – 7:30 Pm and Saturdays 12:30 to 8:30pm. Closed Mondays
3. Vuliò
Address: Via degli Scipioni, 55, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 3973 3825
IG: @vulioapulianstreetfood/
Open: Sundays, Tuesdays to Fridays 12:30 – 7:30 Pm and Saturdays 12:30 to 8:30pm. Closed Mondays
FAST FOOD
Fast food has been around for quite some time.
Even ancient people hankered for a spot where they could swing by and grab a hot meal. For the ancient Romans, that’s where thermopolia came in. The word translates to “places where hot drinks are sold.
Here are our fast food picks:
1. Kathmandu – fast food
Address: Via Buonarroti, 38, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 06 9826 1056
Open: Wednesdays to Monday 10am to 11.00pm
2. Welcome Fast Food
Address: Via Cavour, 132, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 366 268 1901
Open: Every day from 11.00 am to 6:00 pm
3. Pinoy Fast Food
Address: Via Gaeta, 21, 00189 Roma RM, Italy
Phone: +39 0184 84878
Open: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 10.00pm
