Eating in Rome
All the flavors of the eternal city
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Traditional Roman cuisine is characterized by its use of simple, fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
A large variety of produce, meats, and fish is used in traditional roman dishes, that have also been influenced by Jewish tradition.
Pasta dishes, such as spaghetti alla carbonara (spaghetti with pancetta, egg, and pecorino cheese) and cacio e pepe (pasta with cheese and pepper), are staple foods. Another popular dish is saltimbocca alla romana (veal or pork with prosciutto and sage), which is typically served with a side of vegetables. Offal is also a prominent ingredient in traditional Roman cooking, appearing in dishes like trippa alla romana (tripe with tomato sauce) and coratella con carciofi (heart and liver with artichokes).
Other classic Roman dishes include porchetta (slow-roasted pork), abbacchio alla scottadito (grilled lamb chops), and suppli (fried rice balls filled with mozzarella). Roman cuisine is also known for its baked goods, including pizza bianca (plain pizza bread) and suppli al telefono (mozzarella-stuffed fried rice balls).
Here is a list of the best places to eat traditional Roman cuisine:
Best places to sip a glass of Spritz or Prosecco and take in all the beauty of Rome:
You haven’t tasted the full Rome experience until you had a cappuccino e cornetto breakfast – here are some of the best:
If you want art with your coffee, try these places:
Typical desserts of the region, you have to taste a Maritozzo or a Tiramisu! Or, you can try some of the best ice creams you’ll ever taste.
