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Typical Roman dishes feature a lot of vegetables – such as artichokes, eggplant, and bell peppers. There are also many dishes made with the so-called “fifth quarter,” leaner cuts of meat, such as offal, cheek, tail, and others. It’s an authentic, varied, and traditional cuisine that will make your experience in the Eternal City even better!
Below, you’ll see some of Rome’s most traditional dishes with suggestions of places to enjoy them. Check them out!
ROME TRANSFER SERVICE – 13 TYPICAL DISHES OF ROME AND WHERE TO EAT THEM
In Rome’s restaurants, you’ll find classic Italian dishes: lasagna, gnocchi, polenta, a wide variety of pastas and meats, tiramisu, and more. But there are also countless local dishes that I recommend trying.
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Supplì
Supplì is a very typical Roman appetizer. It’s a fried dumpling made with risotto and ragu, stuffed with buffalo mozzarella.
The name “supplì” comes from French and means “surprise,” a reference to the delicious filling. It’s ideal as a starter or appetizer.
Where to eat in Rome:
I Supplì dei Coronari – Via dei Coronari, 25
Supplizio – Via dei Banchi Vecchi, 143
Antico Forno Roscioli – Via dei Chiavari, 34
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Artichokes
Artichokes, or carciofi in Italian, are a staple of Roman cuisine – especially during the spring harvest season. They’re prepared simply but deliciously.
The two most popular dishes are called carciofi alla romana and Jewish-style artichokes. Roman-style artichokes are stuffed with a fresh mixture of parsley, mint, garlic, salt, and pepper, then cooked in water and wine. Jewish-style artichokes are seasoned with salt and pepper, then fried in olive oil until crispy.
Where to eat in Rome:
Trattoria Da Enzo al 29 – Via dei Vascellari, 29
Nonna Betta – Via del Portico d’Ottavia, 16
Vecchia Roma – Via Ferruccio 12b
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Spaghetti alla carbonara
Spaghetti alla carbonara, one of Rome’s signature dishes. One of the most famous Roman dishes, spaghetti alla carbonara couldn’t be left off the list!
This classic of Roman cuisine is simple but incredibly tasty. It’s been adapted into many versions around the world, but the original is unbeatable. The pasta is topped with a sauce made with guanciale (pork cheek), grated Pecorino Romano cheese (which can be combined with Parmigiano-Reggiano), egg yolks, and black pepper.
Everything else is invented! An authentic carbonara doesn’t use cream, bacon, or peas. And, although many use pancetta, it’s not ideal either.
Where to eat in Rome:
Trattoria da Danilo – Via Petrarca, 13
Osteria da Fortunata – Via del Pellegrino, 11/12
Matricianella – Via del Leone, 4
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Zucca Flowers
In Italy, it’s common to make the most of every part of vegetables, such as the squash or zucchini flower, known as zucchini flowers.
Although the preparation method varies, the flowers are usually stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies, coated in a tempura-style batter, and fried.
Where to eat in Rome:
Nonna Betta – Via del Portico d’Ottavia, 16
Trattoria Da Enzo al 29 – Via dei Vascellari, 29
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Pizza by the slice
As throughout Italy, in Rome you’ll find many pizzerias. Unlike Neapolitan pizza, Roman pizza is thinner and crispier. Among the variations, one of the most traditional is Pizza by the slice, which is rectangular and sold by the slice at the counter.
Sliced pizza can have different toppings or even none at all, as is the case with pizza bianca, which only has olive oil and salt.
Where to eat in Rome:
Forno Campo de’ Fiori – Campo de’ Fiori, 22
Antico Forno Roscioli – Via dei Chiavari, 34
Pizzeria a Taglio Angelo e Simonetta – Via Nomentana, 581
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Trapizzino
Trapizzino is a cross between a pizza and a sandwich, very popular in Rome.
It’s essentially a triangular pizza dough filled like a sandwich. The toppings can be varied, including traditional dishes such as chicken cacciatore and meatballs in sauce.
Where to eat in Rome:
Trapizzino – Via Giovanni Giolitti, 36 / Piazza Trilussa
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Pasta Cacio e Pepe
Another very traditional Roman dish is pasta cacio e pepe, which in the local dialect means “cheese and pepper.”
It’s a super creamy pasta, made only with Pecorino Romano cheese, black pepper, and the pasta cooking water. It sounds simple, but believe me, achieving the perfect consistency and creaminess is not easy and requires technique!
Where to eat in Rome:
Trattoria da Danilo – Via Petrarca, 13
Felice a Testaccio – Via Mastro Giorgio, 29
Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina – Via dei Giubbonari, 21
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Filetto di Baccalà
If you like fish, then you’ll love this meaty cod fillet, coated in batter and fried. One of the most typical places to try filetto di baccalà is Dar Filettaro a Santa Bárbara, a small, traditional and simple bar near Piazza Campo de Fiori.
Where to eat in Rome:
Dar Filettaro a Santa Barbara – Largo dei Library, 88
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Pasta all’Amatriciana
Another pasta dish for our list, after all, we’re talking about Italy, aren’t we?
Pasta all’Amatriciana is super simple, but boasts high-quality ingredients. The dish can be made with spaghetti, bucatini, and even rigatoni. The sauce is made with guanciale (pork cheek), peeled tomatoes, white wine, pecorino cheese, peperoncino (chili peppers), and black pepper.
There’s also a tomato-free version, called pasta alla gricia. It’s also worth trying!
Where to eat in Rome:
Trattoria Vecchia Roma – Via Ferruccio 12b
Matricianella – Via del Leone, 4
Lo Scopettaro – Lungotevere Testaccio, 7
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Saltimbocca alla romana
A super traditional and very tasty dish, the name says it all: they “jump in your mouth” because they’re so delicious.
Saltimbocca alla romana is made with thin, tender slices of veal, covered in prosciutto and sage, and then cooked in butter and white wine.
Where to eat in Rome:
Saltimbocca Ristorante – Via di Tor Millina, 5
Trattoria Vecchia Roma – Via Ferruccio 12b
Armando al Pantheon – Salita de’ Crescenzi, 31
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Coda alla vaccinara
The Roman version of oxtail, coda alla vaccinara is another of Rome’s typical dishes. The dish is a stew made with oxtail or veal, cooked with tomatoes, celery, garlic, onion, carrots, white wine, raisins, pine nuts, and cocoa powder.
It may seem unusual, but the result is very tasty.
Where to eat in Rome:
Armando al Pantheon – Salita de’ Crescenzi, 31
Felice a Testaccio – Via Mastro Giorgio, 29
Matricianella – Via del Leone, 4
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Trippa alla romana
For those who enjoy dishes with stronger flavors, trippa alla romana might be a good choice.
This dish of “poor” origin, made with beef offal, was once eaten only by the most impoverished workers. Today, it is one of the most typical dishes in Rome.
In the recipe, the tripe is sliced and cooked with white wine and tomato sauce, served with pecorino cheese and mint.
Where to eat in Rome:
Armando al Pantheon – Salita de’ Crescenzi, 31
Lo Scopettaro – Lungotevere Testaccio, 7
Trattoria Vecchia Roma – Via Ferruccio 12b
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Maritozzo alla Crema
f course, sweets couldn’t be left out of the list of typical Roman dishes!
A very traditional Roman pastry specialty is maritozzo alla crema, whose origins date back to the Roman Empire!
This delicacy is nothing more than a soft sweet bread filled with fresh panna montata (whipped cream) and sprinkled with powdered sugar. It’s simple, but delicious.
Where to eat in Rome:
Pasticceria Regoli – Via dello Statuto, 60
Bar il Maritozzaro – Via Ettore Rolli, 50
Antico Forno Roscioli – Via dei Chiavari, 34
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