From Eater · Katie Parla · · 1m 50s
The 38 Best Restaurants in Rome, According to a Best-Selling Local Cookbook Author
Katie Parla's Rome cookbook author reveals 38 top restaurants for authentic Italian dining.
In brief
Katie Parla's Rome cookbook author reveals 38 top restaurants for authentic Italian dining. Katie Parla, a New York Times best-selling cookbook author, lists 38 Rome restaurants including family-run trattorias and modern classics. Originally reported by Eater.
Rome's Dining Scene
Roman cuisine reflects the city's layered history and immigrant influences.
Updated Dining Guide
Katie Parla's list includes 38 restaurants with pricing from $ to $$$$.
New Restaurants in March 2026
Mostro, L’Elementare, and Trattoria Pennestri added to the list this month.
Katie Parla's Background
Katie Parla is a Rome-based food journalist and New York Times best-selling cookbook author.
Orma Roma
Colombian chef Roy Caceres' Michelin-starred restaurant in Rome.
“The bistrot is a power-lunch spot set on a shaded terrace”
Bonci Pizzarium
Pizza al taglio shop near Vatican Museums with biodynamic toppings.
Colline Emiliane
Trattoria serving Emilia-Romagna dishes since 1931.
Armando al Pantheon
Family-run trattoria near Pantheon with Roman classics.
Moriondo e Gariglio
Chocolate shop with 80+ handmade chocolates since 1800s.
Cesare Al Pellegrino
Trattoria with Roman classics and natural wines.
“Cesare Al Pellegrino is a long-standing Roman restaurant with a focus on traditional dishes and natural wines”
L’Elementare
Trastevere pizza tonda specialist with molten supplì.
Trapizzino
Street food chain with Roman-style pizza.
Jerry Thomas Bar Room
Hidden cocktail bar in Trastevere with vintage beers.
Latteria Trastevere
Wine bar with Sardinian specialties.
Sora Lella
Medieval tower restaurant with Roman classics.
L’Antidoto
Natural wine bar with chef Mirko Pelosi.
Tempio di Iside
Fish restaurant near Colosseum with raw dishes.
Menabò Vino e Cucina
Regional comfort food with natural wines.
Forme Dispensa a Ripa
Cheese shop with natural wine and craft beer.
Otaleg
Gelato shop with coffee and pastries.
The key point
Katie Parla, a New York Times best-selling cookbook author, lists 38 Rome restaurants including family-run trattorias and modern classics.
