There's a reason why Rome was voted the No. 1 destination for foodies in 2022. These ristorante and trattorias are the places to get a taste of the Eternal City, whatever your budget.
LA PERGOLA
Famous gourmet temple with German chef Heinz Beck at the helm. The first and only three-Michelin star restaurant in Rome. Every dish is finessed down to the smallest detail.
Via Alberto Cadlolo, 101, 00136 Rome
+39 06 3509 2152, romecavalieri.com
MARZAPANE
One of Rome's cult restaurants under the guidance of Francesco Capuzzo Dolcetta and Guglielmo Chiarapini with a wine list skewed towards Sicily.
Via Flaminia, 64, 00196 Rome
+ 39 06 6478 1692, marzapaneroma.com
GLASS HOSTARIA
Ultra-modern restaurant with the distinction of having Cristina Bowerman in charge in the kitchen, the only one-Michelin starred female chef in Rome. Modern cuisine with exciting menus.
Vicolo del Cinque, 58, 00153 Rome
+39 06 5833 5903, glasshostaria.it
W ROME
Internationally acclaimed chef Ciccio Sultano has shaken up the city's culinary scene with authentic Sicilian cuisine at Giano, while Fabrizio Fiorani showcases his passion for pastry and artistry at Zucchero.
26/36 Via Liguria, 00187 Rome
+39 06 894121, gianorestaurant.com
RETROBOTTEGA
One of the most sought-after and hippest places in town. This is where Roman cuisine is elevated to the highest standard.
Via della Stelletta, 4, 00186 Rome
+39 06 6813 6310, retro-bottega.com
VINANDO
Osteria-wine bar serving Mediterranean and traditional Roman dishes at two venues. Its cellar boasts 600 labels, a mix of well-known and newer wineries.
Vinando A Tor Margana
Piazza Margana, 23, 00186 Rome
+39 06 6920 0741, vinando.eu/ristoranteroma
IL PAGLIACCIO
Elegant, modern restaurant with ten tables and two Michelin stars. Anthony Genovese debuted the unique and innovative menus, accompanied by Marion Lichtle’s fabulous dessert creations.
Via dei Banchi Vecchi, 129a, 00186 Rome
+39 06 6880 9595, ristoranteilpagliaccio.com
COLLINE EMILIANE
Handmade pasta and traditional dishes from the Emilia-Romagna region plus wonderful desserts have been served here since 1931.
Via degli Avignonesi, 22, 00187 Rome
+39 06 4817 538, collineemiliane.com
IMÀGO
Located on the sixth floor of the Hassler Hotel, the restaurant offers a dream-like view of the city. The cuisine in the hands of executive chef Andrea Antonini is crowned with a Michelin star.
Piazza Trinità dei Monti, 6, 00187 Rome
+39 06 6993 4726, hotelhasslerroma.com
PIANOSTRADA LABORATORIO DI CUCINA
Extremely charming restaurant run by a female team. Wonderful pasta creations, homemade of course. Reservations are a must.
Via delle Zoccolette, 22, 00186 Rome
+39 06 8957 2296, facebook.com/pianostrada
SPAZIO NIKO ROMITO
Modern and casual bistro by a star chef. Niko Romito has realised a bold and unconventional concept here.
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi, 9/E, 00198 Rome
+39 06 8756 5008, spazionikoromito.com
ROSCIOLI
A mixture of delicatessen and restaurant in the heart of the capital. Diners will enjoy a lively atmosphere and great cuisine.
Via dei Giubbonari, 21, 00186 Rome
+39 06 6875 287, salumeriaroscioli.com
PIPERNO
One of the oldest restaurants in Rome. The menu includes typical Roman dishes, many of them with artichokes.
Monte dé Cenci, 9, 00186 Rome
+39 06 6880 6629, ristorantepiperno.it
SANTOPALATO
Chef-owner Sarah Cicolini is the young and extremely talented powerhouse behind this fantastic trattoria.
Piazza Tarquinia, 4 a/b, 00183 Rome
+39 06 7720 7354, facebook.com/santopalatoroma
With more than 13,000 restaurants and an outstanding culinary history, Rome has been voted by Tripadvisor as the best destination for food lovers in 2022. Whether you fancy Michelin-starred cuisine, traditional pasta dishes or fabulous desserts, Falstaff has you covered from morning through to midnight.
