Le Levain Roma

★ 4.6 (2,022)$ · Budget-friendly

Le Levain Roma, tucked on Via Luigi Santini in Trastevere, has earned a 4.6 rating across more than 2,000 reviews as the city's go-to spot for French-style baking. Reviewers single out the croissants for being properly laminated, buttery, and crisp on the outside, and several mention ordering multiple pastries or a loaf of the locally baked bread to take home. It's an excellent choice for travelers craving a genuinely good croissant rather than the more variable versions found around the historic center.

✨ Reasons to go

1Known specifically for properly laminated, French-style croissants rather than typical Roman versions
2Located in Trastevere on Via Luigi Santini, away from the more touristy historic center bakeries
3Sells loaves of locally baked bread in addition to pastries, popular for taking home

💡 Good to know

1The croissants are the standout, reviewers call them among the best in Rome for French-style baking
2consider buying a loaf of bread to take with you
3go earlier in the day for the best pastry selection.

⏱️ Typical visit

20 min

🕰️ Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime, afternoon, early evening or evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

Via Luigi Santini, 22, 00153 Roma RM, Italy · RomaGoogle Apple

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Booking

Walk-in

What people say

"Every desert was tasty and unique. We ordered a pastry each and then couldn't help but order more, even taking some localy baked bread. Five stars deserved!"

— Alexandra F.

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