You know what they say, when in Rome you must act like the Romans.
That means, never order a cappuccino after noon, and don’t eat dinner until nine.
In an amazing city like this, you really need to immerse yourself in the culture. And we know it’s going to be tough, but that will include eating a lot of delicious pizzas with thin, crispy crusts.
Tough problem, right? Well, don’t worry, we’re here to help you. Rome is filled with pizzas, not all of which are great. However, the best pizzas are guaranteed to blow your mind.
Here, we’ve gathered the finest cheesy, doughy, tomato-sauced delights in the city, from classic crispy Roman bases to juicy Neapolitan treats.
So, let’s dive into this, shall we? Here’s a list of the best pizzas in Rome, right now:
1. Pinsere
We recommend not searching far from Pinsere, as it is a restaurant serving classic Roman pinsa. The pinsas are rectangular with a light crust, cut on the spot into slices, and placed on the counter. At this restaurant, seasonal vegetables and fine local meats are served, and you can see the chefs’ work in the open kitchen, displayed for all to see. You can enjoy the pizza in the restaurant and indulge at a standing table outside, or take the pizza to go and continue exploring Rome.
Address : Via Flavia, 98, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
Contact : +39 06 4202 924
Hours : Monday to Tuesday (inclusive), from 10 AM to 9 PM.
Website : Click on the link.
2. Pizzeria Magnifica
After more than a decade of top-notch takeout options, Pizzeria Magnifica has become the most successful pizzeria, featuring minimalist design in the Balduina residential neighborhood, accommodating 60 seats. This pizzeria is located about a 15-minute bus ride from the Vatican Museums. The menu offers classic options such as Margherita, Capricciosa, and Marinara with the chef’s personal touch. Additionally, if you’re craving a culinary adventure, you’ve come to the right place. Alternatives like black Baccala with olives, capers, and crispy purple potatoes or Scottish salmon with fresh burrata cheese are excellent choices that will introduce you to flavors you’ve never experienced before.
Address: Via Ugo de Carolis, 72/D, 00136 Roma RM
Contact: 39+ 06 3545 2285
Hours: Every day (except Monday) from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
Website: Click on the link.
3. Trapizzino
Trapizzino is a favorite street food among locals, combining the beloved Tramezzino sandwich with pizza dough slowly cooked according to Roman classicism. Here, you can find a variety of pizzas such as coda alla vaccinara (oxtail braised in tomato sauce), tongue in pesto sauce, amazing bean puree, or mashed potatoes with sautéed endive.
Pizza chef Stefano Callegari launched this innovative format in Testaccio in 2013. This place quickly became a success, where today you can indulge in Trapizzino for lunch, dinner, or as an afternoon snack, at five different locations scattered throughout the city!
Addresses:
1. Via Giovanni Branca, 88, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
2. Piazzale di Ponte Milvio, Roma, Italy
3. Piazza Trilussa 46, Roma, Italy
4. Piazzale della Provincie 9, Roma, Italy
Contact: +39 06 4342 9624
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday 12:00-00:00. Friday and Saturday, 12:00-01:00.
Website: Click on the link.
4. Seu Pizza Illuminati
This hidden gem, located near the Trastevere neighborhood, has already carved out a place in the city’s culinary scene. The consistency of the Neapolitan pizza and the crispiness of the Roman-style dough are the result of the double rise that Pier Daniele Seu gives to his creations.
The toppings are innovative, and there is a bold combination of flavors where tradition and seasonality blend perfectly with the chef’s personal twists. The restaurant’s interior design features gray tones and includes classic round tables, a larger communal table, six seats at the bar, and six more at the kitchen counter with a view of the oven so you can watch the chef in action.
Address: Via Angelo, 10-18, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Contact: +39 06 588 4374
Operating Hours: Sunday to Friday 12:00-19:00. On Saturday 12:00-19:00 and 00:00-03:30.
Website: Click on the link.
5. Pinsa e Buoi
At Pinsa e Buoi, known for Roman-style pinsa, you can indulge in traditional dishes created with a twist, such as carbonara with truffles, fettuccine with scallops and porcini mushrooms, or dumplings filled with pecorino cheese served with a whipped egg.
The pizza is served in an elliptical shape and is left to rise for two to three days. There is a wide selection of toppings for the pizza, ranging from classics to creations inspired by traditions, such as Boscaiola with sausage, truffles, and porcini mushrooms, or cacio e pepe with truffles, and more. So come on, come taste unique flavors that you’ve never experienced before, at Pinsa e Buoi.
Addresses:
1. Viale Carlo Felice, 51/53, 00185 Rome
2. Viale dello Scalo S. Lorenzo, 15/1700185 Rome
3. Via Salaria, 217, 00178 Rome
Contact: 1760 7720 06 39+
Operating Hours: Sunday-Friday 12:00-19:00. On Saturdays 13:00-19:00 and 00:00-03:30.
Website: Click on the link.
6. Piccolo Buco
Picolo Bucco, translated into English, means “little hole,” and a little hole that’s delicious is exactly what Picolo Bucco is. The place is famous and just a stone’s throw away from the Trevi Fountain, known for its mouthwatering gourmet pizza. It becomes crowded with tourists and locals about a minute after opening. The dough, made from sourdough that is hand-stretched and rises for 48 hours, creates a crust that is both chewy and crispy, with a delicious fatty edge (cornicione) reminiscent of the Neapolitan tradition. Undoubtedly one of the tastiest places to visit during your stay in Rome.
Address: Via del Lavatore, 91, 00187 Roma, RM
Contact: +39 06 163 6938 06
Opening Hours: Every day of the week except Monday, from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Website: Click on the link.
7. Emma
Emma, known for its thin and crispy crust (scrocchiarella, as the Romans like to call it), is made with a local blend of organic flour and white spelt. It is undoubtedly a landmark for Roman pizza in the city center. Conveniently located near Largo Argentina and the Jewish quarter, Emma is a large and elegant restaurant established in 2014 by Francesco Roscihino. The toppings for the pizza are composed of carefully selected ingredients from the finest regional products, such as 30-month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano, oregano, and anchovies from Sicily, or buffalo mozzarella from Paestum. Come and eat at Emma, and you will not be disappointed.
Address: We are at Via del Monte della Farina 28/29
Contact: +39 06 6476 475
Opening Hours: Every day of the week, from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM and from 12:30 AM to 3:30 AM.
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8. Bonci Pizzarium
You cannot go wrong when eating pizza at Pizzarium. The founder and chef, Gabriele Bonci, has been the undisputed star of the pizza scene in Rome since the pizzeria opened in 2003.
The fragrant, crispy dough is made through meticulous work involving the harvesting of high-quality flours ground on stone, a long fermentation of the dough, and the perfect level of moisture. The toppings for the pizzas change constantly, even several times a day. Alongside classic pizzas with tomato sauce and oregano, there are also pizzas with more creative ingredients such as pizza with meat and vegetables. All are organic and biodynamic ingredients that add a kick to the already delicious offerings in Rome.
Address: Via della Meloria, 43, 00136 Roma RM
Contact: +39 06 3974 5461
Hours: Sunday 11:00-15:00 and 17:00-22:00. Closed Monday. Tuesday to Saturday 11:00-22:00.
Website: Click on the link.
9. La Gatta Mangiona
The restaurant and pizzeria La Gatta Mangiona, located in Monteverde, just above Trastevere, is always a safe bet for delicious traditional pizza. Since its opening in 1999, pizzaiolo Giancarlo Casa’s priority has been the quality of ingredients it offers. He is among the first to add a sophisticated twist to meals at reasonable prices, with toppings like seasoned lard or duck meat. The simple decor of the space perfectly describes a hearty rustic pizza where Neapolitan and Roman traditions blend seamlessly.
Address: Via Federico Ozanam, 30-32, 00152 Roma
Contact: +39 06 5346702
Opening Hours: Every day of the week from 19:30 to 23:00.
Website: click on the link.
10. Sbanco
Sbanco is another creation by Stefano Callegari, founder of Trapizzino and one of the busiest pizza chefs in Rome. A large and comfortable interior warmly welcomes you, and you can choose to enjoy your pizza at the table or while lounging on the sofa.
The high-temperature oven is meant to ensure a crust that meets the expectations of the Roman clientele, and creative toppings adorn gourmet dishes like Greenwich and Monarca.
Address: Via Siria, 1, 00179 Roma RM, Italy
Contact: +39 06 789318
Hours of Operation: Every day of the week (except Monday) from 19:30 to 23:30.
Website: click on the link.
