Discover Rome’s 200 best Winter spots for your trip

This branch of the Italian food-hall chain Eataly combines a full grocery store with pasta counters, butchers, a produce section, and several in-house restaurants spread over multiple floors near Ostiense train station. It works equally well as a place to eat lunch, pick up edible souvenirs, or simply wander through stalls of regional Italian products.

With a 4.2 rating from over 14,000 reviews and solid but not exceptional must-see and trendy scores, it's a popular and reliable stop rather than an undiscovered secret, appealing to food-focused visitors more than dedicated shoppers.

Just off Piazza Colonna in the heart of Rome, Galleria Alberto Sordi occupies a grand early-1900s arcade with a soaring glass-and-iron dome and ornate stained-glass details, now home to a mix of mainstream fashion chains and lifestyle shops. Its high must-see, culture, and near-perfect aesthetic scores reflect a building valued as much for its architecture as for its retail, and reviewers consistently describe stepping inside as an architectural highlight worth pausing for regardless of shopping plans.

The gallery's central location makes it an easy, air-conditioned detour between other central Rome sights. It suits a brief architectural stop paired with practical shopping.

Pulejo ristorante is a polished, small-scale fine-dining address in the Prati district, where a progression of amuse-bouches and course-by-course tasting menus lean into unexpected pairings, from sweetbread cooked eel-style to dishes built around trout roe. At 4.8 stars over 330 reviews it has built a devoted following quickly rather than through decades of history, and its high must-see score reflects strong current buzz more than institutional status.

The low-key dining room and attentive, professional service suit a couple of hours given over entirely to the food. It's a good pick for diners who want creative modern Italian cooking rather than a classic trattoria meal.

Pierluigi occupies a prominent spot on its own piazza near the river and has a reputation, per reviewers, for drawing an elegant, well-heeled clientele — one review calls it among the must-visit restaurants in Rome for exactly that reason. Reviews are more mixed than most in this dataset, with at least one account of a genuinely troubling service incident alongside others praising the food and setting, so expectations should be tempered against its premium price point.

At 4.2 stars over 2,153 reviews, it remains popular and heavily booked despite the unevenness. It suits diners drawn to the see-and-be-seen piazza setting as much as the specific dishes.

Idylio by Apreda distinguishes itself among Rome's fine-dining restaurants by feeling notably unstuffy for solo diners, with one reviewer explicitly contrasting it with other Michelin experiences that felt uncomfortable or overly formal when eating alone. The kitchen's food gets consistent praise for boldness and creativity, with another reviewer marking a 40th birthday there and calling every dish a genuine masterpiece.

At 4.6 from 240 reviews, premium pricing, and one Michelin star, it suits both a relaxed solo lunch, including seasonal menus around holidays like Easter, and a proper milestone celebration with a partner or group.

Orma Roma treats dinner as a carefully staged experience rather than a straightforward meal, with reviewers describing it as more of a journey than a typical night out. The kitchen's tasting menus draw consistent praise for both technical execution and presentation, backed by outstanding, attentive service.

A 4.7 rating across 206 reviews and a high must-see score put it among the city's more talked-about contemporary tables, while its moderate culture and local scores mark it as a newer destination restaurant rather than a longstanding neighborhood fixture. It's best suited to an unhurried evening set aside for a proper tasting-menu experience.

PiperoRoma pairs an eight-course, or longer, tasting menu with a distinctive style of service, where reviewers say waiters take real care explaining the origin and story behind each dish rather than simply setting plates down. One reviewer, treated to two off-menu courses before the tasting menu even began, calls the whole evening the single greatest meal of their life.

At 4.5 from nearly 600 reviews and premium pricing, it's built for diners who want both exceptional food and genuine engagement with the story behind it, making for a memorable, conversation-filled evening rather than a quiet, formal one.

Domenico has built a distinctive reputation for skipping the menu entirely with regulars and trusted guests, instead negotiating a spread of dishes on the spot — an approach reviewers describe as producing genuinely mouthwatering feasts when it goes well. Appearing as a Michelin-suggested restaurant lends it credibility, though reviews are more mixed than most in this set, with at least one visitor disappointed relative to expectations set by that recommendation.

At 4.3 stars over 568 reviews, it rewards diners willing to go in with an open mind and appetite rather than a fixed idea of what to order. It's best suited to travelers curious about an unscripted, conversational dining experience.

Retrobottega serves inventive, technique-driven Italian cooking near the historic centre, built around tasting menus with names like Sabotage that hint at its more experimental leanings. Reviews here run to real extremes, one diner calls the delicate food and wine pairings worth every penny of a special evening, while another, choosing it for the final night of a honeymoon, describes the visit as their worst experience of the whole trip.

At 4.4 from over 1,250 reviews and premium pricing, it seems to reward diners drawn specifically to creative, boundary-pushing tasting menus more than those wanting a safer, classic Roman dinner, so it's worth going in with a clear sense of what you're after.

Almatò is a contemporary fine-dining spot where the five-course tasting menu with wine pairings is the centerpiece of the experience, built on flavor combinations that reviewers describe as unusual but successful. Service is warm and knowledgeable despite a young team, and the room supports a relaxed, unhurried pace over roughly two and a half hours.

With a 4.7 rating across 193 reviews it's well regarded without yet being a mass destination, and its scores point to a stylish, current address rather than a historic institution. It suits diners looking for a special-occasion dinner built around discovery rather than familiar Roman classics.

Acquolina operates within a hotel setting, giving it a polished, well-designed dining room that reviewers describe as elegant and refined without feeling cold or overly formal. One family with children reports feeling well looked after from the moment they arrived, a detail worth noting for a premium restaurant of this style, while other reviewers praise the professional, attentive service more broadly.

At 4.5 from 393 reviews and premium pricing, it suits both a family celebration and a quieter, more intimate dinner for two, with the hotel setting lending a sense of occasion throughout.

Zia Restaurant keeps a low profile from the street, reviewers mention it takes a little searching to find the entrance, but the two-floor dining room inside houses one of Rome's more highly regarded one-Michelin-star kitchens. A starter built around a simple mozzarella ball and sweet pepper draws particular praise, described as absolutely amazing and setting the tone for the rest of the meal, alongside a well-curated wine list.

At 4.7 from 697 reviews, it ranks among the more consistently praised fine-dining spots in this batch, and one reviewer explicitly calls it among the best one-star restaurants they've visited anywhere. Its premium pricing and evening-only format suit a proper celebratory dinner.

Osteria La Gensola sits down a quiet side street on a small piazza across the river, and its scores tell a clear story: a notably high local score and a hidden-gem score well above most restaurants in this set, backed by a reviewer's description of it as a Roman institution loved by locals but overlooked by tourists. Outdoor seating on warm evenings and consistently warm, welcoming staff add to a low-key but confident atmosphere, with 1,226 reviews supporting a 4.3 rating.

Its notable culture score also reflects a kitchen doing something more traditionally rooted than the average tourist-facing restaurant. It rewards travelers willing to seek out a quieter corner of Trastevere for a genuinely local seafood dinner.

Enoteca La Torre occupies Villa Laetitia, a 19th-century mansion whose deliberately preserved, slightly worn interior throws some first-time visitors off before the meal even begins, one reviewer admits the building's unrestored look initially felt like a red flag. Those who look past the setting, though, describe a truly lovely evening in an elegant, refined dining room with attentive, professional service throughout.

At 4.6 from 357 reviews and premium pricing, with two Michelin stars behind the kitchen, it rewards diners who come with an appreciation for atmospheric, character-filled spaces rather than expecting a polished, modern fine-dining room.

Zuma Rome brings the brand's contemporary Japanese-influenced menu and glamorous, high-energy room to central Rome, and reviewers highlight a rosé brunch built around a set menu of shareable dishes as one of its standout offerings. Reviews on service are mixed when it comes to marking celebrations, while the restaurant proactively asks about special occasions at booking, at least one reviewer found the follow-through on their birthday and personal occasion fell frustratingly short despite an otherwise beautiful setting.

At 4.4 from over 5,000 reviews and a high trendy and aesthetic score, it draws a fashionable, international crowd more for the scene and design-forward space than for deep Roman authenticity.

Glass Hostaria brings a sleek, contemporary dining room to the winding streets of Trastevere, a contrast to the neighbourhood's usual rustic trattorias, and pairs it with inventive Italian cooking available as either the signature Glass tasting menu or a dedicated vegetarian version. Reviewers who booked both menus for their table describe the meal as the standout of their entire Rome stay, praising thoughtful, well-executed courses throughout.

At 4.4 from 728 reviews and premium pricing, it offers a genuine alternative for travellers wanting fine dining without a formal, stuffy atmosphere, and the dedicated vegetarian tasting menu makes it a notably strong option for mixed dietary groups.

Checchino Dal 1887 takes its name from its founding year and its location on Monte Testaccio, next to what was once Rome's municipal slaughterhouse — a history directly tied to the offal-forward Roman cooking it has long specialized in. Reviewers describe it as feeling like stepping back in time, a family-run restaurant away from the main tourist circuit that still serves proper Roman cuisine, and its high hidden-gem, local, and culture scores here reflect genuine, longstanding local credibility rather than a manufactured old-timey feel.

Service can be slow at busy moments, per at least one review, but the payoff is a meal grounded in real culinary history. At 4.4 stars over 992 reviews, it's a strong choice for travelers wanting Roman food with real historical weight behind it.

Marco Martini Roma has built a reputation for delivering a genuine tasting-menu experience without the formality reviewers sometimes associate with Michelin-rated restaurants, with one visitor specifically calling out how unpretentious it feels for the caliber of cooking. It's been the setting for personal milestones — one reviewer celebrated a parent's retirement there — with the chef's creative takes on classic dishes drawing consistent praise.

At 4.3 stars over 684 reviews, it fits a special-occasion dinner for diners who want serious cooking without excessive ceremony. Its scores support a genuinely well-regarded, contemporary fine-dining address.

L'Arcangelo sits on a quiet street on the Trastevere side of the river and has built a reputation well beyond its size, appearing on the Michelin guide and drawing diners specifically for its handmade pasta, especially the ravioli that multiple reviewers single out in superlative terms. High-quality ingredients and careful technique run through a menu that leans traditional Roman with a refined edge, backed by a 4.3 rating across 842 reviews.

Its moderate hidden-gem and culture scores suit a well-regarded but not overexposed restaurant — known to serious diners, not yet a mass tourist stop. It's a strong choice for a proper sit-down lunch or dinner without needing a special-occasion budget.

Moma holds a Michelin star and sits in a central, well-heeled part of Rome near Via Veneto, but reviews here run more modest than most of its starred peers, one visitor calls the meal enjoyable overall while noting nothing stood out as truly great, and another, with professional experience in Michelin kitchens elsewhere, found the final bill disappointing relative to what arrived. At 4.5 from 1,067 reviews and premium pricing, it remains a solid, competently run fine-dining choice, but one to approach with moderate rather than sky-high expectations.

It suits diners wanting a proper Michelin-starred meal in a central location without necessarily expecting a career-best dinner.

PER ME - Giulio Terrinoni offers a refined, personality-driven take on Italian fine dining just off Campo de' Fiori, and reviewers describe the whole experience, not just individual dishes, as close to flawless, calling it more than a dinner. Notably, the restaurant also caters well to diners who've already eaten their way through Rome and simply want a lighter, more relaxed meal, with reviewers praising the option to order à la carte rather than committing to a full tasting menu.

At 4.6 from 891 reviews and premium pricing, it stands out among Rome's fine-dining tables for that flexibility, suiting both a full celebratory tasting menu and a more restrained but still special evening.

Tucked down a quiet vicolo near Piazza Navona, Il Convivio Troiani has built a long-standing reputation as one of Rome's serious Michelin-starred tables, pairing ambitious multi-course tasting menus with a signature take on classic Amatriciana that regulars specifically return for. With 522 reviews at 4.5 stars and the highest must-see score in this set, it draws diners marking a special occasion — birthdays, anniversaries — rather than a casual meal out.

Reviewers consistently single out the level of service alongside the cooking, describing full evenings that feel like genuine events. It rewards going with an appetite and time to spare rather than rushing through courses.

Piatto Romano has earned a reputation, per reviewers, as a true institution in Rome, with food consistently described as excellent and service that's friendly and efficient without being intrusive — a balance some reviewers suggest explains its popularity. Its notably high culture and local scores back up that institutional standing, reflecting a restaurant taken seriously by people who know Roman food well, not just a tourist-facing version of it.

At 4.5 stars over 1,342 reviews, first-time visitors to Rome report it as a standout introduction to authentic Italian cuisine. It's a strong choice for travelers wanting a genuinely traditional Roman meal.

RINASCENTE Rome occupies a sleek multi-level building just steps from the Trevi Fountain, stocking floors of Italian and international fashion, beauty, and design under one roof. It's one of the flagship locations of Italy's best-known department store chain, and its rooftop terrace with views over Rome's rooftops has become an attraction in its own right.

With a 4.4 rating across more than 16,000 reviews, it draws a heavy mix of tourists and shoppers rather than being a locals-only secret, and its very high must-see and aesthetic scores reflect its status as a polished sightseeing stop as much as a place to shop. It suits a stylish browse or a gift run more than a bargain hunt.

Ristorante All'Oro pairs genuinely accomplished, Michelin-starred cooking with a noticeably relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere, and reviewers specifically call out how refreshing it is to find a starred restaurant that doesn't take itself too seriously. One dish is singled out as good enough to warrant a genuine pause mid-meal to appreciate it, and a reviewer returning for a second visit within two months speaks to just how compelling the food is beyond a one-off special occasion.

At 4.5 from 988 reviews, premium pricing, and accolades including a Forbes award noted by reviewers, it works well both as a serious once-in-a-trip splurge and, for those staying longer in Rome, a restaurant worth revisiting.

Necci dal 1924 takes its name from its founding year and has long anchored the Pigneto neighborhood, a part of Rome historically associated with a more bohemian, artistic crowd, and it still operates across breakfast, lunch, and dinner rather than a single service. Regulars keep coming back — one reviewer notes their eighth or ninth visit over three years — for dishes like artichoke fettuccine and Bolognese ragù, though service consistency draws some complaints even from loyal customers.

Its notably high culture and local scores reflect that neighborhood-institution status more than polish, while a 4.2 rating over 4,493 reviews suggests a place people love despite occasional service hiccups. It suits a longer, unhurried visit — coffee in the morning, a full meal later — rather than a quick stop.

This class teaches pizza-making from scratch, with guests choosing between tiramisu or gelato to finish, and wine served throughout the session. Afternoon and evening slots and a two-and-a-half-hour format keep it a manageable half-day activity rather than a longer commitment.

Its scores sit in line with the broader cluster of Rome cooking classes in this set, indicating a reliable, well-established experience rather than a standout. It's a good fit for travellers who want to end their pasta-and-pizza class run with a dessert choice tailored to their preference.

This class combines fettuccine pasta-making with a tiramisu lesson, rounding out the session with wine and limoncello tastings for a fuller taste of Italian food and drink traditions. Afternoon and evening slots and a two-and-a-half-hour format make it easy to build into a day already covering Rome's main sights.

Its scores track closely with similar pasta-and-dessert classes in this set, suggesting a dependable, well-liked experience rather than a standout one. It suits travellers wanting both a savoury and sweet course from a single hands-on class.

This class packs three classic preparations — fettuccine, ravioli, and tiramisu — into one hands-on session near Piazza Navona, giving a broader overview of Italian cooking fundamentals than a single-dish class. Morning and evening slots and a three-hour duration allow enough time to cover all three components properly rather than rushing through them.

Its moderate scores across categories reflect a solid, well-established visitor activity rather than a standout or niche one, appealing to travellers wanting maximum variety from one booking. It fits well alongside a day exploring the historic centre around Piazza Navona.

This class covers both pizza and pasta making in one session near the Colosseum, with the added convenience of round-trip transfer included, making it an easy add-on for travellers without needing to navigate transport themselves. Morning and evening slots and a three-hour format allow proper instruction time on two different techniques rather than rushing through either.

Its moderate scores reflect a solid, accessible visitor activity aimed at convenience and variety more than exclusivity. It works well for travellers based centrally who want a hands-on class without the logistics of getting there themselves.