Rome is a big city with a wide selection of places to eat. If you're looking for a budget meal or fast food, please avoid McDonald's and get an authentic slice of pizza from one of the many pizza shops – they’re on every corner! I…Open the full description
Rome is a big city with a wide selection of places to eat. If you're looking for a budget meal or fast food, please avoid McDonald's and get an authentic slice of pizza from one of the many pizza shops – they’re on every corner!
If you prefer eating at a restaurant, try a typical Roman trattoria. Better still, trust the places our locals have recommended – we guarantee you’ll taste the best Italian food and simultaneously skip all the tourist traps. Dishes not to be missed include pizza with supplì (fried rice balls), homemade ice cream, carbonara and amatriciana pasta.
I Vascellari
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14
3
I Vascellari is simple and hearty, both in terms of its cuisine and its ambience. If you're looking for really good traditional Roman fare at a reasonable price, swing by for lunch or dinner, and dig into a typical Roman pasta dish. Tip: don't miss the after-meal espresso, as the coffee here is reliably good!
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Spirito
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12
1
Visit this it if you would be like in a 20's speakeasy. Completely hide from the street it has a secret door to go in, and table reservation is compulsory. Once inside discover this fabulous design cocktail bar where the bar counter is also a roulette table...
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Twilight Local Food Tastings and Hidden Places Tour
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75
EUR
Duration
3.5 h
Languages
English, Italian
Enoteca Corsi
Eating
15
1
It's a typical Roman osteria: they serve traditional Roman dishes and specialise in wine with a selection of around 100 labels. The atmosphere is familiar and the design is rustic. Come here for a taste of everyday Roman life!
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Pastificio
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12
5
Travelers will wonder how a 4 euro plate of succulent pasta right by the Spanish Steps can even exist! This place is worth a visit just for the typically Italian vibe. It's a go go go type of situation where you have to make up your mind fast and take off with your pasta ASAP. Great experience!
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Pompi
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21
2
Tiramisù is a popular Italian dessert made with coffee, mascarpone cheese and eggs. It's a fresh "pick-me-up" (that's the literal translation) dessert that’s not often available to take away. As Pompi is the temple of tiramisù, you can either take a seat or take away. Come here if you want to try the best tiramisù in town!
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Ai Tre Scalini
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13
2
Ai Tre Scalini is an ancient wine bar in the heart of Rione Monti. It's a paradise for wine lovers seeking an informal atmosphere and good service. Not only do they offer an extensive wine list with 100 different varieties, they also have a great selection of Italian food, spirits and beers.
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Twilight Local Food Tastings and Hidden Places Tour
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75
EUR
Duration
3.5 h
Languages
English, Italian
Mercato Centrale Roma
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13
2
Whether you're looking for a meal, fresh groceries, or a place to sit and have a chat over a beer, this is a great choice. Fresh bread from the baker, a variety of pasta dishes, pizza, hamburgers, vegan/vegetarian, Sicilian specialties, sushi or truffles? This is the place to go when you can't decide what you feel like eating!
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Il Sorchettaro
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14
3
Have you been out drinking and dancing? Are you heading home to bed but feeling a bit hungry? If the answer is yes, come here and try a sorchetta! Not only will you have a truly local experience, I'm 100% positive you’ll want to come back every night!
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Caffè Tazza d’Oro
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17
3
This place is a must for all coffee lovers and addicts. You can have a coffee at the counter and you can also buy special blends to take home. The beans are mostly imported from South America. The espresso is amazing, as is the shop itself.
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Lanificio 159
13
1
Just imagine the setting: an industrial New York style loft with a striking terrace right by a wild river. Then add creative content: recycled furniture, international DJs playing electronic music, art exhibitions, a cinema, an arts-crafts-vintage market, a dance school, brunch, aperitifs and a chic restaurant. THIS is a real factory!
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Cul de Sac
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9
1
A 16th century Charlie Hebdo, 'pasquinate' translates in Italian as lampoons, and the worn statue called 'pasquino' in the corner of this piazza was the first of 'the talking statues of Rome', where citizens would anonymously stick leaflets criticizing or poking fun at the government of the day.
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Nanà
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10
0
You should head to this place for the freshness of the ingredients, the daily specials which are always different and the cozy decor. The waiters are super friendly and good to give advice; they'll even choose for you if you're completely undecided.
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Rive Gauche
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9
1
If you love beer and appreciate quality and tradition, head to Rive Gauche to sample some tasty artisanal beers. The rum and whiskey selection is also great here. They serve real food such as salads, cheeses and piadine – not the standard greasy pub fare. What’s more, the prices are reasonable!
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Gelateria dei Gracchi
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10
5
Keep in mind that the best ice cream parlours in Rome aren’t always flashy. This one definitely isn’t. If you want to try a premium ice cream, order the "gelato dei gracchi”. They also serve unusual flavours such as green apple and mint, ricotta and pear, toasted almond, fig, chestnut and many more.
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Porto Fluviale
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12
3
No matter what time you get hungry, this is a place you can count on. It’s a creative space that falls somewhere between an old Italian kitchen and a New York style loft. The menu is inspired by traditional Italian cooking, although international dishes are also available. It’s also a cocktail bar and a pub that serves artisanal beers.
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