Veni, Vidi, Mangi

”Veni, Vidi, Vici” -Julius Caesar

”I came, I saw, I ate” -Veronica

Pasta

Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina

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$ OK. This is an absolute must. It’s eating at a deli-restaurant vibe, serving Roman classics with fresh cheeses, cold cuts…ALL straight from the deli counter. Make sure to book a table in advance.

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Felice a Testaccio | ROMA

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$$ Testaccio is known for the best neighborhood for Roman cuisine. This old-school restaurant is perfect for weekend lunch or romantic gourmet dinner. Cacio e Pepe is Da Felipe’s signature dish!

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Trattoria Da Enzo al 29

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$$ Picturesque little eatery located on a quieter street in Trastevere, Da Enzo draws the locals because eating here feels like family gathering. From carbonara and meatballs to braised artichokes and tiramisu—you can’t go wrong with anything here. But show up early, there’s a long wait.

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Armando al Pantheon

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Roman Classics

Supplizio

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$ Supplì are deep-fried rice balls. At Supplizio they offer fillings with classic to cacio e pepe, butter and anchovies as well as the very first original suppli with chicken giblets, pork sausage, mozzarella, Parmesan, tomato and fresh porcini mushrooms. Fancy something spicy? Take the arrabbiata suppli with pepperoncino.

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Romanè

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$$ Just north of the Vatican Museums, the menu has some Roman classics like palette di bollito (fried meatballs made from pulled braised beef) and handmade pastas! If you opt for the trattoria’s specialties as indicated on the menu, you’ll get a hand-painted plate as a souvenir.

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Forno Campo de 'Fiori

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$ If you’re visiting the Pantheon, this bakery has Roman sweets and savory specialties. Try the pizza con mortadella, it’s truly a Roman classic.

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Ercoli Trastevere

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$$ 100 year old bastion serving only the finest delicacies. The menu has Roman staples like carbonara and cacio e pepe.

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Ristorante Ad Hoc

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$$$ If you’re feeling for a romantic Italian dining experience, this is your place. It’s a quintessential date night restaurant. They offer some themed-tasting menus like one dedicated to Italian truffles. They also have over 1,000 wines to choose from and reading the dessert list is like an aphrodisiac 🤩

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Pizza

Antico Forno Roscioli

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$ Just a short walk from the Patheon, please I mean it, do not miss this place. They are known for their thin-crust Roman style pizzas. But my favorite is their focaccia with slices of mortadella. There were endless delicious foods in Rome but this one was the most memorable one.

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Seu Pizza Illuminati

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$$ This hidden gem near Trastevere is a favorite for the locals. Be sure to book ahead and do notttt miss this place!

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Trapizzino | Mercato Centrale Roma

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$ Triangular pockets of pizza dough stuffed with traditional Italian recipes like oxtail stew 🤯 Also a selection of Italian craft beers. They have these tiny pizza joints throughout the city so if you can’t find anything to eat, Trapizzino will save the day.

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Piccolo Buco

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$ The name translates to “little hole.” Famous for its location, being close to the Fontana di Trevi, this is a popular spot for tourists and locals. This is a must not miss!

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Bonci Pizzarium

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$ Rome’s best pizza, the location near the entrance to the Vatican Museum is ideal for a post-Sistine Chapel carb fix. But beware, this place is usually packed so expect long lines and eating outside.

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Cafes/Desserts

Regoli Pasticceria

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$ Opened in 1916, this family owned pastry shop is one of the city’s most beloved. Order at the counter and sit at the Caffé Regoli, the kitchen will send the items to your table…or just get your pastries packaged for takeaway and indulge at your hotel 😋 Try the Maritozzo con la Panna— a traditional Roman sweet bread filled with fresh whipped cream!

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Roscioli Caffè Pasticceria

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$ A true (and truly good) Roman cafe experience. Wait for a table — it’s worth it to watch the Romans come and go for their morning coffee.

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Forno Conti & Co.

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$ A nontraditional bakery with an all-day menu near the Colosseum.

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Triticum Micropanificio Agricolo

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Wine Bars/Aperitivo

Il Goccetto

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$$ In off-hours, Il Goccetto looks like a classical enoteca, serving a wide range of wines by the glass and bottle, with cured meats, cheeses, and carefully sourced plates of bruschetta and salad. But come happy hour, the bar transforms into a kind of block party, when elegant Romans and in-the-know tourists spill out onto one of the historical center’s most beautiful streets.

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Bar Meccanismo

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$ Perfect spot for lunch and aperitivo.

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Latta - Fermenti e Miscele

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Most of these restaurants I have tried, and some that my friends recommended…But Rome is truly filled with some of the most delizioso food, so don’t be afraid to try some random restaurants on your adventure!

Buon appetito! 🍝🍕🍷

Be sure to check out my guide for traveling through Rome 👇

Veronica

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