The best restaurants in Rome and Lazio according to Gambero Rosso

The new Rome and the Best of Lazio 2025 guide by Gambero Rosso was presented yesterday—a volume that showcases 1,000 destinations, narrating the rich gastronomic landscape that defines the Capital and the other provinces of the region.

The time of pleasure

Rome has always had a unique relationship with time. So does its cuisine, suspended between a past imbued with eternity and a future that lingers lazily on the horizon. It’s a dimension that influences various aspects, from the city’s rhythms to those of the dining table. Take the Romans’ “five minutes,” which stretch incomparably longer than any national standard. The menus, especially in the historic center, often lack creativity, predictable enough to guess before even stepping inside trattorias and restaurants tailored to tourists merely seeking to check boxes.

Beyond uniformity

This context makes our work of selection and research both more challenging and incredibly rewarding. Analyzing Rome and its region carefully reveals a vibrant segment of the dining scene striving for excellence, improvement, and forward-thinking with skill, professionalism, and vision. We aim to move beyond conventional paths, drawing inspiration from innovative models that captivate both critics and the public, while appealing to a younger clientele.

Mazzo - Rome

Living tradition

Consider virtuous examples like Mazzo, a trattoria and wine bar bursting with vitality; avant-garde bistros such as DLR in Frascati and Barred, offering increasingly refined original pairings; or venues like Gastromario and Dogma (the latter excelling with grilled “poor” fish) that have honed successful, noteworthy concepts. Additionally, Piatto Romano stands as a temple for those seeking wild greens and the truest flavors of tradition. We have dedicated a section to this very idea—for establishments that keep tradition alive, relevant, and delightful. From carbonara to amatriciana, saltimbocca, baccalà, or lamb, culminating in a glorious maritozzo.

Romolo Al Porto - Anzio

The beauty and indulgence of Roman Cuisine

This guide is a feast for curious and passionate food lovers, offering a journey to discover pure beauty through identity-driven flavors. From the city’s one-of-a-kind markets to crispy pizza to savor amid cobblestones, fishmongers doubling as evening restaurants, and shops hiding extraordinary products. And let’s not forget artisanal gelato, hidden cocktail bars, and restaurants transporting diners through time and space. Lazio truly has everything to satisfy the most discerning palates, from Romolo al Porto’s incredible raw seafood in Anzio to the culinary emporium Sora Maria e Arcangelo in Olevano Romano (pictured on the cover with its Roman-style tripe)—a universally beloved establishment.

Buccia - Sabaudia

This is just the tip of the iceberg. There’s also an emerging trend of wine bars with kitchens offering innovative formats that balance craftsmanship and creativity in both glass and plate. This year’s newcomers embody this change well, with 160 new entries and four special awards. The top-ranking restaurants—marked by the symbols of Tre Forchette, Tre Gamberi, Tre Bottiglie, Tre Mappamondi, and Tre Tavole—confirm at the regional level what was already detailed in the Italy’s Restaurants 2025 guide by Gambero Rosso.

All the Awards from Rome and the Best of Lazio 2025

Tre Forchette

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Il Pagliaccio - Rome
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La Pergola dell'Hotel Rome Cavalieri - Rome
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93
Pascucci al Porticciolo - Fiumicino [RM]
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92
La Trota - Rivodutri [RI]
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91
Enoteca La Torre a Villa Laetitia - Rome
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Idylio by Apreda del The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel - Rome
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Imàgo del'Hotel Hassler - Rome

Tre Gamberi

L'Arcangelo Vino e Cucina - Rome
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Da Cesare al Casaletto - Rome
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Grappolo d'Oro - Rome
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NÚ Trattoria Italiana dal 1960 - Acuto [FR]
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Sora Maria e Arcangelo - Olevano Romano [RM]
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Buccia - Sabaudia [LT]

Tre Bottiglie

ilwinebar Trimani - Rome
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Salumeria Roscioli - Rome
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Del Gatto - Anzio [RM]
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Enoteca Quattro Ruote - Montalto di Castro [VT]

Tre Tavole

Baccano - Rome
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Divinity Terrace del The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel - Rome
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Epiro - Rome

Tre Mappamondi

Kohaku - Rome

Special Awards

Newcomers of the Year

Sponsor
Krombacher

In Fucina Edoardo Papa - Rome
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Mare Bistrot - Fiumicino [RM]
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La Differenza - Rome
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Nameless Bistrology - Rome

Territorial Value Award
Sponsor
Casale del Giglio

Li Somari - Tivoli (RM)

Champions of Tradition
The best interpreters of Rome and Lazio’s iconic dishes

Amatriciana
Bianca Trattoria - Rome

Cacio e Pepe
Flavio al Velavevodetto - Rome

Carbonara
Grappolo d’Oro - Rome

Carciofo alla Giudia
Piatto Romano - Rome

Saltimbocca alla Romana
Armando al Pantheon - Rome

Baccalà alla Romana
Da Cesare al Casaletto - Rome

Abbacchio
Sora Maria e Arcangelo - Olevano Romano [RM]

Maritozzo
Panificio Bonci - Rome

Ambassadors of the Gambero Rosso Foundation

ilSanlorenzo - Rome