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Authentic Roman Dining

Explore Rome's culinary heritage through its most iconic institutions. This selection includes the historic Caffé Greco, serving coffee on Via dei Condotti since 1760, and Pompi, renowned for its diverse tiramisu flavors. In Testaccio, visit Flavio al Velavevodetto, built into an ancient mound of Roman pottery shards, or try the original trapizzino pizza pockets. From the traditional pasta of Trastevere’s Da Enzo al 29 to the classic cacio e pepe at da Felice, these locations offer authentic regional specialties including wood-fired pizza and Roman stews.

Authentic Roman Dining — Map

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Caffé Greco

The Antico Caffè Greco is a historic landmark café which opened in 1760 on Via dei Condotti in Rome, Italy.

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Da Enzo al 29 Restaurant

This small restaurant, tucked away in the Trastavere district, is popular far and wide for their delicious pasta.

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Pompi

Everybody has heard of tiramisu, one of Italy's most popular trademark foods. Do you now how many flavors does the tiramisu have, though?

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da Felice

Established in 1936 in the Testaccio district, this historic trattoria is renowned for its traditional Roman pasta dishes, particularly its signature cacio e pepe prepared tableside.

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Flavio al Velavevodetto

A Roman trattoria built directly into Monte Testaccio, an artificial hill made of ancient Roman pottery shards. The kitchen focuses on classic regional recipes like carbonara and slow-cooked meats.

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Trapizzino Testaccio

The birthplace of the trapizzino, a street food innovation combining a triangular pizza pocket with traditional Roman fillings such as chicken cacciatore or meatballs in sauce.

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Restaurant Piazza Ravenna

Italian restaurant specializing in regional cuisine, featuring an outdoor seating area.

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Pizza Ario

Casual dining spot offering a menu of pizza, burgers, and regional Italian dishes, equipped with outdoor seating and Wi-Fi.

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Osteria29

A local osteria serving traditional regional cuisine and pizza in a smoke-free environment.

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Fuso Orario

A versatile restaurant offering a combination of steakhouse selections, traditional pizza, and Italian regional dishes with outdoor seating.

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