Where to Eat

Classic Roman Trattorias

• Flavio al Velavevodetto — Testaccio legend for ultra-creamy carbonara and cacio e pepe, set in an old terracotta warehouse.

• Trattoria Da Enzo al 29 — Tiny Trastevere institution; nothing fancy but very tasty, worth the wait! 

• La Matriciana dal 1870 — Iconic amatriciana across from the Opera House; old-school charm.

• La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali — Family-run gem steps from the Forum; hearty Roman classics in a relaxed room.

• Trattoria Monti — Small Monti favorite; family-owned, known for meat, fish & game plus an excellent wine list.

• Ristorante Pepone — Warm, unpretentious spot for comforting Roman dishes when you don’t want a scene.

• Ditirambo — Cozy trattoria near Campo de’ Fiori with just-inventive-enough spins on the roman classics.

Modern & Creative Italian

• Glass Hostaria ★ — 1 Michelin star in a Trastevere loft; elevated yet fun.

• Moma ★ —1 Michelin star in a sleek dining room; seasonal plates and excellent service

• Antico Arco — Contemporary twists on Roman comfort food atop Gianicolo Hill; gorgeous wine cellar.

• Le Jardin de Russie (Hotel de Russie) — Garden-glam cocktails and dinner on a leafy hillside terrace. (A personal favorite)

• Roscioli Salumeria — Half deli, half wine bar; carbonara, burrata, and 300+ bottles by the glass. They also have a location in NYC <3 

• Ristorante Controluce — Quaint Trastevere hideaway; modern Italian, candle-lit, charmingly away from crowds.

Seafood & Coastal Vibes

• Pier Luigi — Piazza-side crudi and pasta vongole under twinkle lights; perfect dolce-vita evening.

• Tempio di Iside — Bustling seafood joint: raw bar, daily catch pasta, lively locals-and-foodies mix.

Wine Bars & Aperitivo Spots

• Ai Tre Scalini – Bottiglieria dal 1895 — Candle-lit Monti wine bar pouring natural wines with seasonal small plates.

• Roscioli Salumeria — Grab a bar stool for a salumi board and a killer glass of wine before dinner.

• Il Goccetto — Cozy Campo de’ Fiori enoteca; 800+ labels, wooden beams, locals chatting at the bar.

• Cul de Sac — Historic wine bar off Piazza Navona; extensive list, casual outdoor tables for people-watching.

Cocktail Bars 

• Stravinskij Bar (Hotel de Russie) — Garden-set elegance and legendary aperitivi created by Salvatore Calabrese (personal favorite!)

• The Court (Palazzo Manfredi) — Signature drinks with a front-row Colosseum view; yes, it’s as cool as it sounds.

• Jerry Thomas Speakeasy — Password-only 1920s hideaway; inventive classics, strict door, worth the effort.

• Drink Kong — Neon-sleek, on World’s 50 Best Bars list; playful, cutting-edge mixes in a fun lounge.

• Il Marchese – Amaro Bar — Europe’s first amaro bar (500+ labels) plus polished cocktails in a chic salon.

• BAR DELLA MUSA at Palazzo Talia - one of the most gorgeous hotels I’ve ever seen, very chic and unique! 

Rooftops & Views

• Casa Monti Rooftop — Intimate terrace, creative cocktails, dreamy Monti vibes! 

• Edition Rome Rooftop — Sleek design, good music, unbeatable golden-hour photos.

• InterContinental Rooftop — Classic Via Veneto glamour; spritzes with a La Dolce Vita backdrop.

• Masa Rooftop — Chill lounge with views of Santa Maria Maggiore; great for sundowners.

• Bulgari Bar / Il Ristorante — Ultra-chic drinks or dinner with sweeping city panoramas.

• Le Jardin de Russie — Leafy hillside terrace lit by fairy lights; pure romance in the heart of the city.

Gelato 

• Gelateria del Teatro — Seasonal, handmade; try sage-raspberry or rosemary-honey-lemon.

• Fatamorgana — All-natural, gluten-free friendly,  creative flavors (basil-walnut-honey!).

• Otaleg! — Pistachio perfection, silky texture, not too sweet.

• Come il Latte — Luxe, extra-creamy gelato with warm white-chocolate drizzle on request.

• La Romana — Traditional favorites done impeccably