The best Italian pizzerias and restaurants Rome

A restaurant well known and appreciated by the Romans, personalized by the character and know-how of the owners who transmit their passion for cooking. Their traditional Roman dishes, revisited by the chef and well-balanced in their flavors and presentation, highlight the quality of the raw materials used. The staff offers a warm welcome and the decoration of the place is original and elegant, which gives it a particular charm, as well as its romantic terrace, ideal during the good season.

Located in the Alberone district, a stone's throw from the Furio Camillo subway station, this pizzeria offers a classic and cheap menu. The pizzas and fritti are good (the supplì is of course a must, as are the fiori di zucca).The dessert menu was, on the other hand, rather limited during our visit.In summer, when the large terrace is animated until 00:30, the atmosphere is warm despite the very large number of seats.

One pizzeria, three concepts, four addresses! Sant'Isidoro, in Trastevere and Prati, offers succulent Neapolitan pizzas. The Sant'Isidorto pizza comes highly recommended, as do the supplì! The Prati address is pleasant and easy to book online. Right next door, you'll find San Biagio, where you can enjoy Pizza e Bolle's pizzas by the slice. Pizzeria San Martino, in the Portuense district, puts Roman pizzas in the spotlight.

A source of inspiration rooted in Roman and regional gastronomic tradition, with an ambitious and original culinary philosophy that has evolved with the times. Alessandra's traditional cuisine has been joined by that of Anastasia Paris, a young chef who has brought the right modernity to the recipes by proposing a tasting of offal and a purely vegetal menu. Try the marinated and smoked beef heart carpaccio and the vegetable jardinière... an explosion of aromas and emotions! A warm and friendly place. A Trastevere address to discover.

In just a few years, this restaurant has conquered the hearts of the Romans with its traditional cuisine updated to the latest taste. Its name, Jole, is not by chance: it is the name of the grandmother of Luca, the owner. Here, the cuisine of the nonna (grandmother) is celebrated and the deliciously vintage decoration seems to have been chosen by her. On the menu, you must try the ravioli alla coda alla vacinara, ravioli stuffed with cow's tail, typical of Roman cuisine. For dessert, the crostatina con crema e frutta secca is exquisite!

Here you'll find the hallmarks of a trattoria that focuses on typical Roman dishes, with a very modern touch, both in the decor and in the dishes. The chef, Luciano Monosilio, prepares an excellent carbonara: it's undoubtedly the restaurant's star dish! Prices are a little higher than elsewhere, but you're right in the center, between the Pantheon and Campo de' Fiori. In the basement, you'll find the speakeasy-like Veleno cocktail bar, where you can accompany your meal with a delicious cocktail.

A culinary experience on the heights of Rome. From its terrace, a magnificent view of the city and its surroundings: the Castelli Romani, the Sallustiani gardens and the Vatican. A romantic and elegant setting in perfect harmony with the quality of the proposed menu. Recipes, some traditional Roman and others innovative, are the result of culinary know-how based on the experience and imagination of the chef. A well-balanced marriage for a succulent result that highlights the quality of the raw materials. Romanticism at the rendezvous!

Located between Largo Argentina and Piazza Navona, this Italian-style fast-food restaurant enjoys a prestigious position, which explains the sometimes long waiting lines. Pasta Eat offers a large choice of pasta and ravioli which may seem tempting, but the cacio e pepe pasta did not convince us. The address has nevertheless the merit to satisfy the stomachs in the heels, at small price. We regret however that the dishes are served in cardboard boxes with single use, even to eat on the spot.

For a good pizza, head to 50 Kalò! Neapolitan pizzerias are gaining more and more ground in Rome, and 50 Kalò is certainly one of the best. Led by Ciro Salvo, a Neapolitan pizzaiolo who already runs two establishments in Naples and London, this pizzeria opened in July 2022. It offers an interesting menu that mixes the great classics (from margherita pizza to supplì) with "gourmet" pizzas. The ingredients are of impeccable quality and the service is friendly. Nice address to discover.

Between tavola calda and restaurant, here is an address that deserves to be known. Literally "quel che c'è" means "what there is". Here, in fact, the menu changes with the seasons but always gives pride of place to Roman classics - the cacio e pepe pasta is delicious! You order directly at the counter, the chef cooks in front of you and calls you when your dish is ready. Simple and efficient. The room is small, so expect to wait a little before you sit down.

An address where you can find the classic pasta dishes of the Roman tradition(spaghetti alla carbonara, rigatoni cacio e pepe, spaghetti all'amatriciana) and Italian(strozzapreti al pesto, pappardelle al ragù, rigatoni al tartufo...) at a very affordable price for a quick lunch. The fresh pasta is home-made and you can see the chefs in the kitchen. There are very few seats inside, so plan to take your order with you: the park of Villa Borghese is nearby, ideal for a picnic!

Just a stone's throw from the Vatican, this restaurant, with its meticulous attention to detail and furnishings, has a comfort and elegance that's sure to please. The charming internal garden and pretty rooftop terrace set it apart - romance guaranteed! The cuisine harmonizes pleasantly with the ambience, with Roman and Italian recipes revisited by the chef, striking the right balance between innovation and tradition that makes this one of the neighborhood's most popular addresses. One of its strong points, cooking on embers. From breakfast to dinner, satisfaction is general. An all-rounder!

A tailor-made address for discovering the spirit and flavors of Roman tradition with a touch of innovation. The enthusiastic result lives up to the restaurant's reputation. The owner and his chef have defined their own philosophy based above all on the freshness and quality of meticulously selected local ingredients. The decor of the restaurant perfectly matches this spirit of tradition and innovation: a cosy and romantic place with a terrace, where past and present meet.

Negresco, American Bar, Bistrot & Cocktail, are two restaurants not far from each other in the center of Rome. A warm place, tastefully decorated, modern and comfortable, with exotic tendencies and continuous food service, a definite plus! The origins of Roman recipes remain the soul of the menu, but with a contemporary approach from the chef, who offers dishes that strike a balance between tradition and innovation. The various quality breakfasts are copious and the cocktails first-rate. Open every day.