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Trattoria degli Amici

Trattoria degli Amici

Trattoria degli Amici or “The Restaurant of Friends” is located at Piazza Saint ‘Egidio, 6. This restaurant is managed by a cooperative group run by the community of Saint ‘Egidio who work alongside the disabled to provide quality food and an upbeat

Baires

Baires

Baires is an Argentinian restaurant with several locations throughout Rome (Corso del Rinascimento, 1 and Via Cavour, 315). Baires offers authentic Argentinian cuisine and homemade desserts in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you are looking for a quick lunch

Chiostro Del Bramante

Chiostro Del Bramante

Chiostro del Bramante or “The Bramante Cluster” is located at Arco della Pace, 5 in Campo dei Fiori. The Bramante Cluster stands a legacy to ancient Roman renaissance architecture and is one of Donato Bramante’s earliest works. Restored in 1997, The

Libreria del Cinema

Libreria del Cinema

Libreria del Cinema is located at Via dei Fienaroli, 31/d in Trastevere. This cinematic bookshop provides books and dvds of major Italian movies which you are free to enjoy with a glass of wine and a nice appetizer in the bistrot.

Pizzeria Baffetto

Pizzeria Baffetto

Pizzeria Baffetto, which literally means little mustache, has two locations ( Piazza del Teatro di Pompeo, 18 and Via del Governo Vecchio, 114). At either location you will be sure to find world renown pizza at excellent prices. Pizzeria Baffetto offers

Il Tiepolo

Il Tiepolo

Another one of those restaurants you just will love in Rome, is Il Tiepolo, on via Flaminia. One of the most casual restaurants and at the same time one of the most exquisite I know. If you only have twenty

Caffe Settimiana

Caffe Settimiana

Caffe Settimiana is located at Via Porta Settimiana, 1 in Trastevere and has been open for a very long time. Caffe Settimiana sells the major brands of cigarettes, breakfast and obviously espresso.Caffe Settimiana is open every day except for Sunday.

Said | Antica fabbrica del cioccolato from 1923

Said | Antica fabbrica del cioccolato from 1923

In the San Lorenzo district, Said is an ancient chocolate factory, which brings you right into the atmosphere of Willy Wonka. Ok, I admit you won’t meet Johnny Depp, but you can eat some truly original dishes. One example,is the

Gregory’s jazz club

Gregory’s jazz club

    Gregory’s, a New York style Jazz nightclub, launched 10 years ago in the heart of Rome city center  can lead you to a great experience! This nightspot is renowned for its excellent Soul, Jazz and Swing music and

La Renella Panetteria

La Renella Panetteria

La Renella Panetteria is located at  Via del Moro, 15 in Trastevere. La Renella Panetteria specializes in pizza by the slice and homemade bread and pastries. There is always a crowd and one bite and you will understand why. The bakers

La Boccaccia

La Boccaccia

La Boccaccia is located on Via di Santa Dorotea, 2 in Trastevere. This fast-paced, pizza place is usually packed and offers pizza by the slice. La Boccaccia offers a plethora of variety and originality in their cuisine and even locals have not

Bar Checco

Bar Checco

Bar Checco is located at Via Benedetta, 7 in Trastevere. This tiny espresso bar specializes in homemade ice cream and sandwiches.

Bibli

Bibli

Bibli is a small library located at Via dei Fienaroli, 28 in Trastevere. Bibli not only offers over thousands of titles to enjoy in a quiet atmosphere, but also provides a small cafe to enjoy while you read. Bibli sponsors all sorts

Checco il Carettiere

Checco il Carettiere

The best Matriciana ever!! Checco er Carettiere (Via Benedetta, 10), or Checco and Carriage, is a restaurant you absolutely must try if you want quality, authentic Roman cuisine. Checco er Carettiere has a substantial menu full of enticing dishes; but

LA.VI  (Latteria, Vineria) Via Tomacelli

LA.VI (Latteria, Vineria) Via Tomacelli

As soon as you enter you get the feeling of finding yourself at the reception of  a hotel designed by Philippe Stark in London. Your actually in Rome at La.Vi. in Via Tomacelli . The restaurant has just inaugurated, and

Risto Bisque

Risto Bisque

Risto Bisque is a fairly new restaurant located at Via del Moro 24/25/26 in Trastevere. Although Risto Bisque solely offers interior seating, there is an extensive wine list and a creative lunch and dinner menu. Check out Risto Bisque on Facebook for special deals

Bakery House | For desert Lovers

Bakery House | For desert Lovers

In the Trieste neighborhood of Rome, you’ll find a small paradise for desert lovers. Bakery House, is a little piece of USA imported in Rome. In this corner of town, you’ll find everything from cupcakes to bagels. Open every day from

Antico Forno Roscioli

Antico Forno Roscioli

Antico Forno Roscioli is a bakery and restaurant located on Via dei Giubbonari, 21 not far from the beautiful Campo dei Fiori. Antico Forno Roscioli not only offers delicious pizza by the slice, but also an intricate menu full of original

Caffe Farnese

Caffe Farnese

Caffe Farnese overlooks the beautiful Piazza Farnese, at number 106. Caffe Farnese offers both outdoor and indoor seating and is one of the most stunning places to have a coffee in Rome. The elegant location is frequented by Romans though prices are

Bar San Calisto

Bar San Calisto

Bar San Calisto is located in Piazza San Calisto, 3/5 in Trastevere. This is a very traditional Roman bar that has stood the test of time and orders are still shouted to the back in a Roman dialect. Locals here favor

MangiaMò – Top quality sandwich in Trastevere

MangiaMò – Top quality sandwich in Trastevere

This is for sure the best ‘panini’ (sandwich) dealer of Trastevere. Very good ingredients and extremely nice staff; two quality that are very hard to find in Rome nowdays, which is mostly overloaded of tourist trap. I leave in Trastevere,

Papa’s Cafe

Papa’s Cafe

Papa’s Cafe is a bar and small restaurant located at Via Dell ‘Orso, 76 right behind Piazza Navona.Papa’s Cafe offers quality food at a very fair price away from the crowd. If you are looking for a quieter place after a

Osteria Pucci

Osteria Pucci

Osteria Pucci is an elegant restaurant located at Piazza Mastai, 2 off of Viale Trastevere. Osteria Pucci offers a full menu and sports medium to high prices. You have the option to enjoy your dinner in the quiet, sophisticated interior; or enjoy

Osteria Zi Mberto

Osteria Zi Mberto

Osteria Zi Mberto is a small restaurant located at Piazza San Giovanni della Malva, 14/b in Trastevere. Osteria Zi Mberto offers authentic Roman cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere with outdoor seating that overlooks the square. Among the locals, this restaurant is favored

Salotto 42

Salotto 42

Salotto 42 is located at Piazza di Pietra, 42 and is a “bookbar” ; one of the first of it’s kind. Salotto features live jazz music and signature cocktails, all while relaxing on couches in a contemporary dining area.

Ci Lin Chinese Restaurant

Ci Lin Chinese Restaurant

Ci Lin is a Chinese Restaurant located at Via Fonte dell’olio, 6 in the Piazza Santa Maria of Trastevere. Ci Lin features moderately priced Chinese cuisine, with the option of enjoying your meal indoors or outside under the shade of an olive tree

Trinita de Monti Ristorante & Wine Bar

Trinita de Monti Ristorante & Wine Bar

Trinita de Monte Ristorante & Wine bar is a high-end restaurant located at Piazza della Trinita de Monti, 15 at the top of the Spanish Steps. Trinita de Monti Ristorante & Wine Bar overlooks the Piazza dell Trinita de Monti and the

Obika Mozzarella Bar

Obika Mozzarella Bar

Obika Mozzarella Bar is a niche restaurant located at  Piazza Firenze, 28 in Campo dei Fiori. Obika Mozzarella Bar specializes in providing high quality mozzarella with pairings meant to accentuate all the tastes Italy’s favorite cheese has to offer. Obika

Il Piccolo

Il Piccolo

Il Piccolo is a little wine bar (hence the name) located at Via del Governo Vecchio, 74. Il Piccolo features a wide, ever changing variety of wines from all of Italy’s 20 different regions and a light menu to pair with their

Babington’s Tea Room

Babington’s Tea Room

Babington’s Tea Room is a specialty tea shop and restaurant that has a rich history of providing quality English tea and delicacies to those traveling in Rome. Located at Piazza di Spagna 23, next to the Spanish Steps, Babington’s Tea Room