Where is the best fish in Rome?

Based on diner recommendations, the best fish in Rome is at Salumeria Roscioli. We compared 23 restaurants serving fish.

How much does fish cost in Rome?

Fish prices in Rome range from €13.00 to €53.00 across 23 restaurants.

All Dish Comparisons in Rome

Best Fish in Rome

23 restaurants compared

Price range: €13.00 – €53.00

Avg recommendation: 88%

Top 5 Fish in Rome (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 23 restaurants:

Salumeria Roscioli, €38.00 (Centro Storico)
La Terrazza at Hotel Eden, €42.00 (Ludovisi)
Rinaldo all'Acquedotto, €14.00 (Appio)
Assunta Madre, €30.00 (Trevi)
Il Sanlorenzo, €28.00 (Centro Storico)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 23 Restaurants Compared

Salumeria Roscioli

Centro Storico·$$$

Branzino al Forno

€38.00

Whole roasted sea bass with herbs and lemon.

Tip: Don't order this expecting fillet convenience. Eating whole fish means bones, but also better flavor and respect for the ingredient.

La Terrazza at Hotel Eden

Ludovisi·$$$$

Snapper With Herb and Seaweed Pesto

€42.00

White fish fillet with herbaceous pesto made with seaweed.

Tip: The seaweed pesto is Chef Bianco's signature touch. Ask about which seaweeds are used—they're sourced specifically for this application.

Rinaldo all'Acquedotto

Appio·$$

Branzino al Forno

€14.00

Roasted whole sea bass with herbs and vegetables.

Tip: Ask your server what size branzino came in today. They may have options. Also ask if they'll fillet it.

Assunta Madre

Trevi·$$$

Pesce Spada alla Griglia

€30.00

Grilled swordfish steaks with olive oil and herbs.

Tip: Swordfish is thicker and heartier than branzino. The charred exterior contrasts nicely with the tender interior.

Il Sanlorenzo

Centro Storico·$$$

Spigola con Agrumi

€28.00

Sea bream with citrus gastrique and olive oil emulsion.

Tip: This is more delicate than the heartier branzino. If you prefer refined preparations, this is for you.

Pierluigi

Centro Storico·$$$

Branzino al Forno

€38.00

Whole roasted Mediterranean sea bass with herbs.

Tip: Eating whole fish means learning to navigate bones. If that bothers you, ask the server if they can fillet it at the table.

La Rosetta

Centro Storico·$$$

Dentex al Forno

€30.00

Whole dentex fish roasted with herbs and vegetables.

Tip: Dentex is less familiar than branzino but worth trying. It has slightly more flavor and texture.

Trattoria del Pesce

Testaccio·$$

Branzino al Forno

€16.00

Roasted sea bass with herbs and vegetables.

Tip: Ask your server if the branzino came in today and what size they have. The kitchen may have options.

#998% recommend

Nobu Restaurant Roma

Via Veneto·$$$$

Miso Black Cod

€53.00

Black cod marinated in Den miso, baked and broiled until tender.

Tip: The miso marinade is what makes this dish — it penetrates the fish deeply with umami.

#1096% recommend

Hang Zhou

Esquilino·$$$

West Lake Fish

€22.00

Whole fresh fish prepared with vinegar, ginger, and light sauce, served tableside.

Tip: Arrive early and order this immediately—they source one fresh whole fish daily and it runs out by 8pm on weekends.

#1195% recommend

Brasserie Mediterranea

Piazza del Popolo·$$$

Sole Meunière

€28.00

Whole Dover sole filleted tableside, seared in butter, finished with brown butter and lemon.

Tip: A crisp white Burgundy or Loire Valley wine complements this perfectly. Ask the sommelier.

#1291% recommend

Tandur

Esquilino·$$$

Tandoori Fish

€16.00

Whole fish or thick fillet marinated in yogurt and spices, charred in tandoor.

Tip: Call ahead to confirm they have fresh fish that day. Availability changes daily based on sourcing.

#1389% recommend

Kohaku

Marche·$$$$

Yakimono - Grilled Fish Course

€18.00

Whole or filleted fish cooked over charcoal until the skin crisps.

Tip: Ask the chef if there's skin to eat—often the crispy charred skin is the best part, though some diners prefer just the flesh.

#1487% recommend

La Rosetta

Centro Storico·$$$

Branzino in Salsa d'Agrumi

€32.00

Whole sea bass in a bright citrus sauce.

Tip: This is old-school Roman cooking—refined and restrained. The sauce is the hero; soak bread in it.

#1586% recommend

Alberto Ciarla

Trastevere·$$$

Branzino en Papillote

€34.00

Sea bass cooked in parchment with herbs and white wine.

Tip: The tableside opening of the parchment is dramatic. The aroma released is intense and signals freshness.

#1686% recommend

Rinaldo all'Acquedotto

Appio·$$

Orata ai Ferri

€13.00

Grilled sea bream with lemon and herbs.

Tip: Ask them to fillet it if bones concern you. The charred exterior is the best part—don't skip it.

#1786% recommend

Assunta Madre

Trevi·$$$

Branzino in Crosta di Sale

€32.00

Whole sea bass roasted in a salt crust.

Tip: Watch the tableside presentation—it's part of the experience. The flesh inside stays remarkably moist despite the salt crust.

#1886% recommend

Osteria del Pesce

Monti·$$

Branzino al Sale

€18.00

Whole sea bass roasted in a salt crust.

Tip: The salt crust looks dramatic but the fish inside is incredibly moist. Ask for help if you're unsure how to navigate the bones.

#1985% recommend

Trattoria del Pesce

Testaccio·$$

Orata ai Ferri

€15.00

Grilled sea bream with lemon and herbs.

Tip: Request it grilled when you order. The charred skin adds flavor. Ask them to fillet it if bones bother you.

#2085% recommend

Il Sanlorenzo

Centro Storico·$$$

Branzino en Papillote

€30.00

Sea bass cooked in parchment with vegetables and herbs.

Tip: The parchment opening is part of the theater. The aroma released is intense and signals the dish's quality.

#2185% recommend

Tavola Bottiglieria Con Cucina

Prati·$$$

Seasonal Fish of the Day

€22.00

Fresh whole fish prepared according to the day's market availability.

Tip: The fish of the day is always the freshest option. Ask what just arrived.

#2284% recommend

Santaelena

Parioli·$$$

Branzino with Citrus Emulsion

€28.00

Seared sea bass with bright citrus sauce and seasonal vegetables.

Tip: The citrus emulsion is silky and bright without being heavy. Modern technique applied with restraint.

#2382% recommend

Livello 1

Centro Storico·$$

Branzino al Forno

€22.00

Whole roasted sea bass with herbs and lemon.

Tip: Request the kitchen to fillet it at the table if you're not comfortable with bones. They do this happily.