Good to know
Good to Know
- Many traditional Roman trattorias charge a small cover (pane e coperto) of €1.50–3 per person, included in the bill.
- Lunch (pranzo) is typically cheaper than dinner at the same restaurant; some offer fixed-price lunch menus (pranzo fisso) at €10–15.
- Restaurants near major landmarks (Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Roman Forum) charge significantly more than neighborhood trattorias.
- Cacio e pepe is the quintessential Roman dish and a must-try—expect €9–16 at traditional trattorias.
- Aperitivo culture is strong in Rome; drinks (€3.50–8) typically come with complimentary snacks (chips, olives, nuts).
- Many central Rome restaurants have fixed menus designed for tourists; seek neighborhood spots for authentic local cooking and better value.
- Reservations are strongly recommended for popular trattorias, especially dinner service.
- TheFork (La Forchetta) app offers 20–30% discounts at many participating restaurants.
- Tap water is safe and free (ask for 'acqua del rubinetto'); bottled water is charged.
- Cash is still common; many small establishments have €10 minimum card purchase requirements.
Supermarkets
Conad
- Neighborhood
- Multiple locations (city center)
- Note
- Standard Italian supermarket chain, widely available
Carrefour
- Neighborhood
- Central Rome locations
- Note
- Large supermarket with full range of products
Eurospin
- Neighborhood
- Various central locations
- Note
- Budget-friendly option for groceries
Budget
Al42 by Pasta Chef
- Price Range
- €7.00
- Neighborhood
- Monti
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Roman pasta, cacio e pepe
Trapizzino
- Price Range
- €5.00
- Neighborhood
- Testaccio / Multiple locations
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Trapizzino (stuffed pizza bread), Roman street food
Mordi E Vai
- Price Range
- €7.00
- Neighborhood
- Testaccio
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Sandwiches (brisket, tripe, artichokes)
Forno Campo De' Fiori
- Price Range
- €5.00
- Neighborhood
- Campo de' Fiori
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Pizza bianca with mortadella
High End
La Pergola
- Price Range
- €180
- Neighborhood
- Monte Mario (Rome Cavalieri Hotel)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Contemporary Italian fine dining, tasting menu
Il Pagliaccio
- Price Range
- €120
- Neighborhood
- Historic Centre
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Contemporary Italian cuisine, author's tasting menu
Mid Range
Grappolo d'Oro
- Price Range
- €35
- Neighborhood
- Campo de' Fiori
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Roman pasta, cacio e pepe, carbonara, seasonal vegetables
Flavio Al Velavevodetto
- Price Range
- €30
- Neighborhood
- San Giovanni
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Roman pasta, cacio e pepe with generous pecorino
Cesare Al Casaletto
- Price Range
- €35
- Neighborhood
- Monteverde
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Roman pasta, cacio e pepe, fried gnocchetti
Da Enzo Al 29
- Price Range
- €25
- Neighborhood
- Trastevere
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Roman pasta, cacio e pepe, seasonal dishes
Michelin Restaurants
La Pergola
- Stars
- 3
- Cuisine
- Contemporary Italian fine dining
- Location
- Rome Cavalieri, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Via Alberto Cadlolo 101
Il Pagliaccio
- Stars
- 2
- Cuisine
- Contemporary refined cuisine
- Location
- Historic Centre
Acquolina
- Stars
- 2
- Cuisine
- Modern creative seafood
- Location
- The First Roma hotel, Via del Vantaggio 14
Aroma
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Roman classics with contemporary technique
- Location
- Palazzo Manfredi Hotel (Colosseum views)
Glass Hostaria
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Contemporary inventive Italian
- Location
- Trastevere
Imàgo
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Italian with Asian touches
- Location
- Hotel Hassler, Piazza della Trinità dei Monti 6
Per Me
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Contemporary seafood, seasonal ingredients
- Location
- Via Boncompagni area
Pipero Roma
- Stars
- 1
- Cuisine
- Contemporary Italian, celebrated carbonara
- Location
- Historic Centre
Local Must Try Dishes
Cacio E Pepe
- Description
- Spaghetti or tonnarelli with Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper, emulsified with pasta water into a creamy sauce
Carbonara
- Description
- Pasta (traditionally guanciale, eggs, Pecorino Romano, black pepper; no cream)
Amatriciana
- Description
- Bucatini or rigatoni with guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano
Gricia
- Description
- Rigatoni with guanciale and Pecorino Romano, lighter on cheese than cacio e pepe
Artichokes Alla Giudia or Alla Romana
- Description
- Fried or braised Roman artichokes, signature Roman vegetable dish
Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats
- Note
- Wide selection of restaurants in Rome, operates citywide
Just Eat
- Note
- Popular delivery platform in Italy with extensive Rome coverage
Deliveroo
- Note
- Available in central Rome for restaurant meal delivery
Vegan And Vegetarian Dining
- Overview
- Rome's plant-based dining scene has grown significantly in recent years, with both dedicated vegan restaurants and vegan-friendly options available throughout the city.
Venues
Rifugio Romano
- Price Range
- €25
- Neighborhood
- Termini
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Vegan versions of Roman classics (carbonara, amatriciana, fritti antipasti, pizza)
Ops!
- Price Range
- €15
- Neighborhood
- Via Bergamo / Villa Borghese area
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Pay-by-weight vegan buffet with Mediterranean and international options
Flower Burger
- Price Range
- €12
- Neighborhood
- Multiple locations
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Vegan burgers with colorful buns, sweet potato fries
Buddy Veggy
- Price Range
- €15
- Neighborhood
- Near Trevi Fountain
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Vegan pizza, pasta (including cacio e pepe), brunch items, aperitivi
International Cuisine
- Note
- Roman cuisine is deeply traditional; non-local cuisines are less common than in cosmopolitan European capitals. However, Ethiopian, Japanese, Mediterranean fusion, and vegetarian/vegan cuisines have expanded in recent years.
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