Welcome to Rome! I know this city can be overwhelming, so I'm here to help! I've divided this guide in various sections (neighbourhood names). These are my favorite places to eat and drink in the Eternal City

Please remember it is always best to make reservations while in Rome. If you show up to a restaurant and they are fully booked, they most likely send you away, there is no concept of waiting in line for the next table to free up in Rome (there are some exceptions like most pizza places) 

Tipping in restaurants is not expected, but it is always very much appreciated! Please remember that tips can only be left in cash so make sure to always have some smaller pieces on hand (it is also preferred when paying for small things like a coffee or water bottle in a bar)

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Roma (eat + drink)

My mantra when traveling- Don’t waste a meal! 

Rome is an amazing city for food lovers. But there are some not so great spots. It’s worth the effort to know where the good spots are and how to find them. 

Save time researching by bookmarking our growing list of favorite places to eat in Rome. 

Favorite Restaurants in Rome

This guide is the combination of my experience studying ancient Roman art + being an expat living in Rome for 5 years. (Plus being married to an Italian!) I have personally been to each location included in this guide to ensure quality. I

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Roman cuisine is so much more than the ordinary pasta and pizza that everyone assumes at first instance. Being highly influenced by the 'poor person's' concept of cooking, our cuisine is filled with traditional historic recipes, which have been handed down through several generations and transformed over the course of time.

With hundreds of restaurants all serving their own versions of classics and innovative dishes, you will have a culinary experience that will exceed your expectations.

Having said this, Rome can be a very confusing and overwhelming city to visit. With so many restaurants, bars and food establishments in general to choose from, it's very easy to fall into tourist traps.

This is my guide with all my favourite food and beverage spots that you must visit when in Rome!

Rome Culinary Guide

The markets are the heart of the city. My favorite markets in Rome and where to eat nearby. This is more than just markets, also some of my favorite neighborhoods.

  I❤️ Markets: Rome

Uma seleção dos melhores lugares para comer e beber em Roma divididos por categorias, você terá excelentes opções de bares, restaurantes e geladeiras onde quer que esteja em Roma! Com opções para todos os gostos e bolsos, do café da manhã ao jantar! Esta lista está sempre sendo atualizada, e toda vez eu vou inserindo bons novos lugares e retirando o que não estão mais tão bons assim, para garantir que vocês tenham sempre o melhor de Roma em tempo real! 

A selection of the best places to eat and drink in Rome divided by categories as Breakfast, Pastry Shops, Pizzeria, Restaurants, Rooftops, Street Food, Gelato, and much more! With options for all tastes and budgets, from breakfast to dinner! This list is alive, and every time I update it, adding good places and removing those that are no longer so good, to ensure that you always have the best of Rome in real time!

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Rome: Eat & Drink | Roma: Onde Comer e Beber

ROMA MENJAR

Alright, carbonara is delicious, and we all agree, but if you're traveling in Rome, you've probably already eaten at least 4 or 5 in few days 😂.

This guide aims to help you navigate the menus of Roman restaurants, allowing you to explore different and lesser-known dishes from the traditions of my city.

You'll find insider tips on our habits and traditions, restaurants, and street food spots to try.

Unlock the guide and start tasting Rome! 😋

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"Not just Carbonara" Food guide for Rome

Of course there's no way to do Rome in one day - there's too much to do, see, and eat! But let’s try anyway 😉

This is what I would recommend if I only had 24 hours in Rome (and in fact exactly what I did with one of our guests who had a 30h layover here). 

This guide includes recommendations for getting into Rome from the airport, sights to see, places to eat (for every meal), aperitivo recommendations, and where to stay for your one night!

Grab this guide, and experience a full day in Rome!

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Giggetto

An iconic traditional Roman hostaria situated in the Jewish Ghetto.
Giggetto al Portico d'Ottavia is a fantastic Roman restaurant serving traditional dishes from the roman-jewish cuisine.
The menu includes all the classics, with a whole range of variety to choose from. 
The most iconic dishes here are the carciofo alla giudia, a deep-fried artichoke, their carbonara, and many other seasonal dishes.
This is one of the oldest restaurants in the city, and you can instantly feel that as you walk in.
Exceptional food, great service and friendly staff.
They take bookings via phone and also through a booking system on google. 

Set in one of the most iconic corners of the Jewish Ghetto right next to the ancient Roman temple known as Portico D’ottavia, Giggetto has been serving traditional Roman fare since 1923. Start with their fried artichokes, fried baccalà (salt cod) and zucchini flower. On Thursdays don’t miss their Gnocchi

Located in the center in the Jewish Ghetto. It has GREAT food. Highly recommend il carciofo judeo (Jewish artichoke). This style is fried, and it’s very yummy for an antipasto. For the primo and secondo options - they have great traditional Roman food. 

A classic in the Jewish Ghetto. We come back often when in Rome & love their eggplant parmigiana, fried artichokes & baccala.  Call ahead for a reservation.

Traditional Jewish-Roman cuisine right next to Theater of Marcellus

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