Where to eat, drink, and shop in Trastevere: 27 must-visit addresses

In the first chapter of our mini-guide to Trastevere, we highlighted the best addresses selected from the Gambero Rosso's Roma 2024 publication for dining in restaurants or trattorias, for those who love international cuisines, bistros, and the best pizzerias. Let's continue with recommendations for wine, beer, and cocktails enthusiasts, those looking for a vegetarian break, traditional Roman or exotic street fobod, perhaps enjoyed in the charming alleys of Trastevere. Not forgetting a nod to sweets and a few addresses for quality shopping.

Best Wine Bars in Trastevere

L'Antidoto

A relaxed neighborhood spot (popular among the international locals) with a great atmosphere and music. This venue is part of the new wave of Roman establishments that pair natural wines from around the world with satisfying dishes. Unusual pairings, excellent raw materials, seasonality for fresh and contemporary cuisine. The wine selection focuses on artisanal productions, from small winemakers who prioritize environmental sustainability. The atmosphere is small and welcoming.

L’Antidoto – v.lo del Bologna, 19 – Roma – instagram.com/enotecalantidoto

Ercoli 1928 Trastevere

From morning breakfast to late-night, the Trastevere location of Ercoli 1928 (a historic Roman gastronomy) is always worth considering. It's also a good choice for refined grocery shopping, offering a variety of delicacies. The kitchen provides simple yet well-executed dishes, with a great selection of meats cooked in the Josper oven. Good choices include the Amatriciana and flavorful Pici with three tomatoes. The drink selection includes a wide range of options, including interesting French labels and a rich cocktail list. Courteous service.

Ercoli 1928 Trastevere – v.le G. Zanazzo, 4 – Roma - ercoli1928.com

Best Breweries in Trastevere

Luppolo Station

Railway-style furnishings evoke a journey through craft beer production in Italy and abroad. The owners travel extensively, getting to know the producers and verifying their processing practices while tasting both beers and the natural wines that have been added to the original offerings. The same care is taken in selecting raw materials for the gastronomic offerings, featuring burgers, vegetarian wraps, pulled pork croquettes, and Abruzzo lamb skewers, among other delights. Beers are served from 14 taps or from the many available bottles.

Latteria Trastevere – via della Scala, 1 – Roma - instagram.com/latteria_trastevere

Ma che siete venuti a fa'

Regulars at this always-crowded Trastevere spot come to discover the latest discoveries that owner Manuele Colonna has found by passionately exploring the craft beer scene in Italy and abroad. There's a personal preference for Franconian production, which is poured from 16 taps, or can be purchased to-go in bottles or cans. The extensive chalkboard lists all the beers by name, type, origin, and alcohol content. Few tables inside, but the atmosphere outside is always lively.

Ma che siete venuti a fa' – via Benedetta, 25 – Roma - www.football-pub.com

Treefolk's Public House

Beer and whiskey enthusiasts find a paradise here: an elegant pub atmosphere from old England, the focal point is the bar with 9 taps and 12 casks (served with English pumps). The owners offer a wide range, with over 500 whiskey references also available. There's an oyster bar and a varied menu with refined touches not often found in a simple pub, including raw dishes, fusion plates, as well as fried foods, burgers, and sandwiches. An interesting mixology proposal is also available, featuring a selection of whiskey cocktails and a well-stocked gin corner. Brunch is served on Sundays.

Treefolk's Public House – v.le Trastevere, 192 – Roma - treefolkspublichouse.com

Street Food and Take Away in Trastevere

Il Maritozzo Rosso

Edoardo Fraioli's project in Trastevere, started over 5 years ago, is undoubtedly bold. Contrary to Roman tradition, the maritozzo here is mainly filled with savory fillings and presented in a gourmet version. The classic, filled with cream or tiramisu, is always available, but the menu is rich in savory maritozzi, such as those with whipped cod, caponata, bologna mousse, and many others. In addition to the small Trastevere location, suitable for a quick stop and takeaway, Il Maritozzo Rosso has also been present in the Prati district (via P. Cavallini, 25) for a couple of years with a larger bistro-style venue.

Il Maritozzo Rosso – v.lo del Cedro, 26 – Roma - ilmaritozzorosso.com

Baby Bao

A "dim sum and bao bar," a place dedicated to Asian street food. The menu includes appetizer snacks such as tsukune (chicken meatballs with Bernese sauce), dim sum (grilled gyoza, steamed shumai, vegetarian dumplings, and fish shumai), and bao. Classic options include the Chicken (fried chicken, pickled shiitake, and umami mayo), along with seasonal variations like the Duck Pastrami, puntarelle, and mandarin. The offering also includes specials, ramen, sweet and sour ribs, and some Asian-inspired desserts. Beverage options range from beers to a small selection of wines, sake, and excellent cocktails.

Baby Bao - p.zza Trilussa, 40 – Roma - babybao.it

C'è Pasta...e Pasta!

The closing days already indicate the offerings of the venue, respecting the rules of the Jewish tradition, with certification from the Community of Rome. A hot table that allows you to sit at the counter or at a table to enjoy the preparations of the kitchen, unless you prefer takeaway, cooking pasta at home, or turning to the catering service. Fresh pasta, simple or egg-based, or filled with vegetables or meat, recipes from the Judeo-Roman kitchen with many proposals that change according to the season. Almost always available are lasagna with pesto or cacio e pepe, anchovies with endive, artichokes alla giudia, and much more. There's also C'è Pasta e Pizza in Via Giuseppe Massari, 8.

C'è Pasta...e Pasta! - via E. Rolli, 29 – Roma - www.cepastaepasta.it

La Casa del Supplì

Three locations in the city (also in Piazza Re di Roma and Furio Camillo) for this Trastevere reality that has made supplì its flagship. Here, you come across a tasty product that hides, under the standard breading, stringy mozzarella and perfectly cooked rice in flavorful fillings. The classics with giblets ragù or tomato and basil are essential and noteworthy. Other variations include amatriciana, the delicious cacio e pepe, or mushrooms and peas. The offering also includes fried snacks to go and pizza by the slice.

La Casa del Supplì – via San Francesco a Ripa, 137 – Roma - lacasadelsuppli.it

La Renella

Among the alleys of the lively Trastevere district, this historic establishment (established in 1870) attracts passersby with the colors of its pizzas displayed on the visible counters. The ovens are always active, and the pizzas are topped in front of customers. The fillings follow the seasons, with variations such as the delicious capricciosa, fragrant mozzarella and zucchini, the delicious mozzarella and potatoes, and the zucchini flowers and anchovies, to name a few. There's also an excellent selection of daily first courses (parmigiana, cannelloni, lasagna), bread, sweets, and rustic cakes.

La Renella – via del Moro, 15 – Roma - larenella.com

Addresses for a Veggie Break in Trastevere

Aromaticus

Present for five years with their sign in Trastevere, maintaining the original location in Monti (Via Urbana, 134), Francesca Lombardi and Luca Di Marco continue to garner acclaim from enthusiasts of vegetarian and vegan cuisine in this well-structured venue. Different menus for lunch, snack, aperitif, and a more elaborate dinner, all featuring excellent seasonal vegetables combined in never dull dishes. It is accompanied by wines, beers, and cocktails, all made invitingly creative with selected organic products.

Aromaticus - via Natale del Grande, 6 – Roma - www.aromaticus.it

Rumi Bottega Organica

An oasis in Trastevere, especially for those who want to indulge in a healthy break. In the shop, you can buy good things (especially vegetables and fruits, but also bread, cheeses, wines) and sit down to enjoy one of the daily preparations. Vegetarian and seasonal dishes, including salads, rustic pies, desserts, along with freshly made extracts, kombucha, beers, and wines, all accompanied by a welcoming smile. Many themed events are organized, including tastings, workshops, and special aperitifs.

Rumi Bottega Organica – via San Francesco a Ripa, 133 – Roma - rumibottegaorganica.it

Best Cocktail Bars in Trastevere

Freni e Frizioni

A pioneer in the well-made aperitif cult in the city, the establishment by Luca Conzato, Cristian Bugiada (also engaged in La Punta Expendio de Agave), Stefano Angelini, and Riccardo Rossi, now close to 20 years of activity, has also been discovered by the international public. It has entered the main and most coveted industry rankings. Large numbers, a young and fresh atmosphere, and properly made cocktails: the former Trastevere workshop is a reference for Roman mixology, with classics, twists, and annual signature creations. A privileged location, with a convenient square to spend the evening chatting.

Freni e Frizioni – via del Politeama, 4 – Roma - www.freniefrizioni.com

Jerry Thomas Bar Room

An intimate, retro-style decorated room reminiscent of the Orient Express welcomes guests to this new Jerry Thomas project. Gregory Camillò leads a proposal based on bottled cocktails (already mixed and bottled), Champagne, and premium spirits, historical and rare labels that are difficult to taste elsewhere. Classic cocktails are also mixed upon request, but be careful: not at the counter, but from a traveling trolley. Open from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM.

Jerry Thomas Bar Room - via del Moro, 1 – Roma - thejerrythomasproject.it/bar-room

Rem

A true nightlife venue, opening at 10:00 PM and closing at 5:00 AM. The team is the one already in play with Co.so in Pigneto, namely Giulia Castellucci, Riccardo Bucci, and Benedetto Guarino, who have created an elegant and reserved venue here. As suggested by the sign, drinks are inspired by the phases of sleep. Among the offerings is the Coffee Break, with Bourbon whiskey, Cognac, muscovado syrup, fake tobacco bitter, and coffee. Rem is a private club that requires membership; all information is available on the website.

Rem – v.lo di Santa Margherita, 1 – Roma - remtrastevere.com

Santo

Quality mixology and culinary exploration in this Trastevere establishment. For the former, you can rely on a continually updated drink list, the result of the whims and skills of bartenders with international experience. For the latter, there are interesting proposals from a menu that periodically renews itself in harmony with the season. For a more informal aperitif, you can rely on excellent savory maritozzi in various fillings.

Santo – via della Paglia, 40 – Roma - www.santotrastevere.it

Bars, Ice Creams, and Sweets

Giselda

Bar, shop, bakery: there are many facets to this lively venue on Viale Trastevere. In the morning, you come for a quality breakfast, with good coffee service and fragrant leavened products. Throughout the day, the various rooms come to life with a broad offering, from the pizza counter to the deli and hot table, with ready-made dishes to eat on-site or take away. The pastry selection is also extensive, from tarts to cookies. Fast service, chaotic atmosphere.

Giselda – v.le di Trastevere, 52 – Roma - giseldafornoroma.com

Fiordiluna di Eugenio Morrone

The pozzetti counter includes a good variety of perfectly churned creams, such as Viterbo hazelnut, pistachio, vanilla, a perfectly balanced grandma's cream with lemon zest, or zabaglione, also in the coffee variant. The Sicilian Cannolo flavor is excellent – also the name of Morrone's historic gelateria (Piazza R. Malatesta, 16b), where renovations are underway.

Fiordiluna di Eugenio Morrone – via della Lungaretta, 96 – Roma - www.fiordiluna.com

Giuffrè Forno&Gelato

A more than century-old family history behind this beautiful gelateria on Viale Trastevere. Here, Alessandro Giuffrè directs both the pastry and the cold art. Unmissable is the creamy, intense, and persistent Zabaione Marsala flavor. The Sicilian pistachio and berries flavors also conquer, in sorbet version, intense on the palate. The place comes alive from the early hours of the morning, with the proposal of coffee and pastry (including Italian croissants, shortcrust pastries, dry biscuits, the signature Sanpietrini, classics like cream puffs and fruit tarts, specialty coffees, and hot chocolates). Another store is located in Viale dei Colli Portuensi, 596.

Giuffrè Forno&Gelato – v.le di Trastevere, 255 – Roma - gelateriagiuffre.it

Otaleg!

Marco Radicioni has given the city a new location in the Monteverde neighborhood with a focus on specialty coffee and morning leavened products. Instead, the Trastevere venue remains a pure gelato shop, where among the evergreens, you find fior di latte, cream, and two types of pistachio, one creamier and saltier, the other with whole pieces. Fruit flavors, without milk, are unique masterpieces. In colder months, the proposal is more focused on creams and nuts, and there are more choices on chocolate, including 100% cocoa chocolate. The cream is whipped almost on the spot, and the cones are crunchy and tasty.

Otaleg! – via San Cosimato, 14a – Roma - otaleg.com

Biscottificio Innocenti

There's the rarefied air of the old shops in this workshop hidden among the magical alleys of Trastevere, active since the 1940s. The scent is unmistakable: here, all kinds of cookies are baked during the day, from shortbread dipped in chocolate to ladyfingers, along with fans, hazelnut and almond crumbles, tozzetti, croccantini, almond pastries, and more. Also, tarts and tarts with mixed jams, with apples, to take a bite and take a dive into childhood.

Biscottificio Innocenti - via della Luce, 21a – Roma - instagram.com/biscottificioinnocenti

Le Levain

Giuseppe Solfrizzi was among the first to bring French pastry to the capital. The morning starts with French brioches with ample and perfect layers for both the croissant and the pain au chocolat. The savory proposal is also beautiful and no less delicious, with croissants and rolls filled with ham and cheese, croque madame and monsieur, and puff pastry pizzas. The rest of the pastry remains faithful to the French school with single portions and high-quality cakes such as tatin, Montblanc, an extraordinary millefeuille with vanilla cream; among the mignons, shortcrust tartlets, chocolate éclairs, and the inevitable macarons. A wide selection of bread with fragrant rustic baguettes but also loaves, grain bread, and much more. Another location in Via Piave, 8.

Le Levain – via L. Santini, 22 – Roma - lelevainroma.it

Grocery Shopping in Trastevere

Bernabei Alchemist

The historic Bernabei brand, a Roman name in wine retail, also has this small shop mainly dedicated to the world of distillation. Properly welcomed by friendly staff, you can buy high-quality whiskey and other spirits, liqueurs, as well as objects and equipment for mixing. Let yourself be advised.

Bernabei Alchemist – via di San Francesco a Ripa, 53 – Roma

Antica Caciara Trasteverina

Over a century of life for this shop that, as the wordplay of the sign suggests, specializes in the sale of Italian dairy products, with attention to the artisanal dimension of production, in one of the districts of the Roman nightlife where confusion (the 'caciara,' precisely) never lacks. In addition, there are salami and specialty sales from the shelf (preserves, oils, pastes...). Friendly and helpful service.

Antica Caciara Trasteverina – via San Francesco a Ripa, 140 - Roma

Forme - Dispensa a Ripa

It is difficult to see quality shops born in historic centers: when it happens, we follow them with attention. This is the case with the new sign of Pasquale Borriello (for years in the Roscioli team), who has created a good little place to buy and enjoy specialties on-site. The environment is focused on a nice counter where high-profile hams, salami, and cheeses find a place - France has ample space - of which Pasquale knows everything. On the shelves, true-flavored tomato preserves, wines, craft beers, oils, vinegars, cookies. Some tables and stools to sit down. Open from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Forme - Dispensa a Ripa – via di San Francesco a Ripa, 71 – Roma - instagram.com/formedispensa

Les Vignerons

It is the small "vignerons" at the center of the research of this sign conducted with passion for natural productions. The offer ranges, with value, among bottles obtained from small artisans, family-run companies, or selected microbreweries (also foreign) with attention to sustainability as well as quality. Also, spirits, Champagne, and regional gastronomic specialties.

Les Vignerons – via G. Mameli, 61 – Roma - www.lesvignerons.it