#1
Sbanco
Monteverde·$
Mortadella and Pistachio
€5.50
Sliced mortadella di Bologna with pistachio paste.
Tip: Ask the staff which mortadella is in stock today. They rotate between producers. Some are spicier, others more delicate.
#2
Emma Pizzeria
Centro Storico·$$
Raw Dough - Seafood
€15.50
Raw dough with shrimp, squid, mussels, and garlic.
Tip: Request a shorter bake time (3 minutes) so the seafood stays tender. The kitchen is responsive to timing requests.
#3
Antico Forno Roscioli
Centro Storico·$
Pizza con Mortadella
€4.50
Pizza bianca topped with sliced mortadella, a Roman classic pairing.
Tip: Perfect for eating standing up or while walking. Pair with a drink from a nearby bar.
#4
50 Kalò Roma
Flaminio·$$$
50 Kalò Classics - The Original
€15.00
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, and basil — Ciro's original recipe.
Tip: This is the pizza that made Ciro famous. It's less rich than the buffalo version but equally precise.
#5
Da Remo
Testaccio·$
Pizza Bianca
€5.50
Thin-crust pizza with olive oil, salt, rosemary—no tomato sauce.
Tip: Order this if you want to taste the dough. It's proof that good pizza doesn't need a lot.
#6
Pizzeria La Montecarlo
Centro Storico·$
Mortadella
€4.00
Sliced mortadella on plain dough.
Tip: Ask which mortadella source is today's — La Montecarlo rotates between 2-3 producers. Some are spicier.
#7
Seu Pizza Illuminati
Trastevere·$$
Seafood - Mussels and Clams
€16.00
Fresh mussels and littleneck clams with garlic and parsley.
Tip: Ask your server which shellfish came in that day — freshness varies with the tide and season.
#8
Seu Pizza Illuminati
Trastevere·$$
Zucchini Blossom and Ricotta
€13.00
Zucchini blossoms filled with ricotta and lemon zest.
Tip: Only available May-July. If you visit during those months, order it — the quality of the blossoms is remarkable.
#9
Dar Sorchettaro
Esquilino·$
Pizza al Taglio - Margherita
€4.00
Fresh pizza by the slice with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: Order by weight if unsure how much you want—the baker will weigh and cut exactly.
#10
Pantera
Garbatella·$
Pizza Coratella
€3.50
Mixed lamb offal braised with onions, a Roman traditional topping.
Tip: If you eat offal, this is an refined way to experience it. The slow-cooked onions are as good as the meat.
#11
Eroi Della Pizza
Trionfale·$
Pizza Bianca e Mortadella
€3.50
Plain white pizza topped with sliced mortadella and pistachio.
Tip: If the Ragazza Immagine is unavailable, this is an excellent alternative. The mortadella quality is high.
#12
PanDivino - Focacceria Taperia
Centro Storico·$$
Focaccia al Formaggio
€6.50
Homemade focaccia with melted cheese, rosemary and sea salt.
Tip: Order this warm and eat immediately — it loses its texture quickly as it cools. The morning batch is best.
#13
Antico Forno Roscioli
Centro Storico·$
Pizza Rossa
€2.50
Tomato sauce and oil on yeast-leavened dough, Rome's everyday pizza.
Tip: This is what Roman pizza bianca and pizza rossa look like when done correctly. The distinction from Neapolitan pizza is clear.
#14
Pizzeria Formula 1
San Lorenzo·$
Pizza al Taglio Diavola
€3.00
Square-cut pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and spicy salami.
Tip: Order by pointing at the slice you want. The kitchen weighs it. Perfect for a quick late-night bite.
#15
Sbanco
Monteverde·$
Zucchini and Ricotta
€4.00
Thinly sliced zucchini with creamy ricotta and lemon.
Tip: Only available during zucchini season. This slice tastes completely different from the rest of the menu — the vegetable's sweetness is the focus.
#16
Sbanco
Monteverde·$
Pomodoro and Mozzarella
€4.50
San Marzano tomatoes with fior di latte mozzarella.
Tip: The perfect lunch pizza. Not too heavy, packed with flavor. Buy two slices and a supplì for a complete meal under €10.
#17
Casa Manco
Testaccio·$
Pizza with Fennel, Olive and Citrus
€4.00
Inspired by Sicilian caponata — fennel, green olives, and citrus zest.
Tip: Not a traditional Roman pizza flavor, but worth trying. It pairs well with beer or a crisp white wine.
#18
Pizzeria La Montecarlo
Centro Storico·$
Prosciutto e Rucola
€4.50
Thinly sliced prosciutto with fresh arugula.
Tip: The arugula quality matters here. La Montecarlo uses fresh, peppery leaves. This is why this simple combination works.
#19
Casa Manco
Testaccio·$
Pizza with Tomato and Mozzarella
€3.50
Classic combination with fresh tomato sauce and buffalo mozzarella.
Tip: Order this alongside the plain white pizza. Compare how the mozzarella changes the experience.
#20
Dar Sorchettaro
Esquilino·$
Pizza Bianca
€3.75
White pizza with olive oil, rosemary, and sea salt.
Tip: Ask for it hot off the griddle if it's not displayed—they bake continuously all night.
#21
Pizzarium Gabriele Bonci
Prati·$
Pizza al Taglio - Zucchini Blossom and Burrata
€5.00
Zucchini blossoms with creamy burrata and lemon zest.
Tip: This only appears May-July. If you visit during those months and see it, order it. It won't be available year-round.
#22
Enoteca La Torre
Prati·$$$$
Pizzetta alla Marinara with Tomato, Olives, and Anchovies
€14.00
Thin-crust pizza with tomato sauce, black olives, and wild anchovies.
Tip: The anchovy quality here is excellent—they're wild-caught, not farmed. Ask about the sourcing if you're interested.
#23
Casa Manco
Testaccio·$
Pizza with Zucchini Blossom and Anchovy
€4.50
Seasonal zucchini flowers with white anchovies and fresh herbs.
Tip: This appears only May-July. Call ahead to confirm availability. When they have it, order it.
#24
Pizzeria La Montecarlo
Centro Storico·$
Carciofo
€3.50
Artichoke slices with tomato sauce.
Tip: When in season, this is a standout slice. The artichoke quality is noticeably better than tourist spots.
#25
PanDivino - Focacceria Taperia
Centro Storico·$$
Focaccia di Patate e Cipolle
€7.00
Focaccia topped with thinly sliced potatoes and caramelized onions.
Tip: This is filling enough as a lunch on its own. Pair it with wine from their Abruzzo selection for a complete meal under €15.
#26
Seu Pizza Illuminati
Trastevere·$$
Tomato and Cacio
€11.00
San Marzano tomatoes with aged Pecorino Romano and black pepper.
Tip: Underrated option that lets the dough fermentation stand out without competing toppings.
#27
Pizzarium Gabriele Bonci
Prati·$
Pizza al Taglio - Mortadella
€5.50
Roman pizza with mortadella di Bologna and pistachio cream.
Tip: Ask for the mortadella to be added fresh after the pizza is cut — it retains better texture this way.
#28
Seu Pizza Illuminati
Trastevere·$$
Mortadella and Pistachio
€14.00
Sliced mortadella with pistachio cream and burrata.
Tip: Request the mortadella be added after firing — it stays fresher and retains better texture than if cooked.
#29
Pizzeria di Marmi (Ai Marmi)
Trastevere·$$
Carbonara Pizza
€10.00
Roman pizza topped with guanciale, egg, and Pecorino.
Tip: This pizza is best eaten fresh and hot at the table. The egg sets as it cools, so eat immediately after it arrives.
#30
Pantera
Garbatella·$
Pizza Trippa alla Romana
€3.00
Slow-cooked tripe in tomato sauce with ginger and pecorino.
Tip: The tripe is completely tender — no chewy texture to worry about. The sauce and seasoning are excellent.
#31
Pantera
Garbatella·$
Pizza con Moscardini
€4.00
Baby octopus with garlic, parsley, and lemon zest.
Tip: This is excellent if you enjoy seafood. The simplicity of preparation lets the octopus shine.
#32
Da Remo
Testaccio·$
Pizza al Taglio - Cacio e Pepe
€4.50
Thick-cut square pizza with Pecorino Romano and black pepper.
Tip: If the pizza oven line is too long, grab a slice of the cacio e pepe from the counter—it's still hot and fresh.
#33
Pier Daniele Seu
Trastevere·$$$
Margherita Classica
€16.00
San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella di Campania, and basil.
Tip: Order this to taste Pier Daniele's execution. The buffalo mozzarella's creaminess and the crust's char are the highlights.
#34
Dar Poeta
Trastevere·$$
Pizza Marinara
€5.50
Tomato and garlic pizza without cheese.
Tip: Order this if you want to taste the dough and technique. No cheese to hide behind. Pure Roman pizza.
#35
Gino Sorbillo Roma
Centro Storico·$$
Diavola
€14.50
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, and spicy 'nduja.
Tip: If you enjoy spice, this delivers. Ask your server how spicy the current 'nduja batch is — it varies by producer.
#36
Gino Sorbillo Roma
Centro Storico·$$
Montanara
€6.50
Fried dough topped with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: Order this to taste how Neapolitans eat pizza casually. The fried base is surprisingly light despite the name.
#37
Pizzarium Gabriele Bonci
Prati·$
Pizza al Taglio - Potato and Veal Intestines
€4.50
Thinly sliced potatoes with braised veal intestines and herbs.
Tip: Try this if you enjoy offal. The preparation is refined and not intimidating. The potatoes soften the texture.
#38
Pinsere Roma
Esquilino·$
Pinsa Romana Prosciutto e Rucola
€9.50
Crispy base topped with San Daniele prosciutto and fresh arugula.
Tip: Ask for extra prosciutto if you want it more generous. They'll add more without charging much.
#39
Pizzeria Luzzi
Centro Storico·$
Bianca
€2.50
Plain dough with olive oil and sea salt.
Tip: Try this first to understand the pizzeria's dough quality. Then order topped pizzas if the base is good.
#40
Alle Carette
Monti·$$
Pizza al Taglio Varia
€10.00
Assorted pizza squares to sample multiple toppings.
Tip: Ask the staff which 4 squares they'd recommend today. The menu changes with what's in season.
#41
Pizzeria La Montecarlo
Centro Storico·$
Rosso e Mozzarella
€3.50
Tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella.
Tip: The baseline pizza. Grab one around 2:00 PM when fresh batches are rotating and lines are shorter.
#42
Il Sorchettaro
Esquilino·$
Pizza ai Ciccioli
€4.00
Pizza topped with crispy pork fat (lard) and herbs.
Tip: If you're not used to pork fat, ask for a small slice to try before committing to a whole piece.
#43
Forno Campo de' Fiori
Centro Storico·$
Pizza Rossa
€2.50
Tomato sauce pizza, traditional Roman-style with simple sauce and oil.
Tip: Get the pizza rossa if you want to taste what Roman workers eat for lunch. Simple, filling, cheap.
#44
Pizzeria Formula 1
San Lorenzo·$
Pizza with Anchovies and Onions
€5.50
Thin crust with tomato, anchovies, and caramelized onions.
Tip: The onions balance the saltiness of the anchovies. Don't skip this combination.
#45
Porto Fluviale
Ostiense·$$
Pizza Neapolitana Margherita
€13.00
Neapolitan-style thick-crust pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: If you've never had proper Neapolitan pizza, try this to compare with the Roman style. The difference is significant.
#46
Il Sorchettaro
Esquilino·$
Pizza Romana Margherita
€4.50
Thin-crust Roman pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: Ask the baker to cut you a piece from the edge—the corners have more crust, the center is all toppings.
#4796% recommend
Sbanco
Monteverde·$
Pizza Bianca
€3.50
Focaccia-style pizza with sea salt and olive oil.
Tip: Order one of these first to taste the foundation. The fermentation quality separates good pizza places from great ones.
#4896% recommend
50 Kalò Roma
Flaminio·$$$
Margherita di Bufala
€18.00
Tomato, buffalo mozzarella di Campania, and basil.
Tip: This is Ciro Salvo's pizza. Order it to understand his philosophy. The buffalo mozzarella's creaminess is non-negotiable.
#4995% recommend
Gino Sorbillo Roma
Centro Storico·$$
Margherita
€13.50
Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, and basil.
Tip: Order this to taste the Sorbillo family's 80+ year commitment to Neapolitan tradition. The cornicone is pillowy and almost caramelized.
#5095% recommend
Antico Forno Roscioli
Centro Storico·$
Pizza Bianca
€3.00
Plain focaccia-style pizza with olive oil and sea salt, baked since 1824.
Tip: This is the pizza to order to judge any Roman bakery. The simplicity reveals technique. Eat it warm.
#5194% recommend
Eroi Della Pizza
Trionfale·$
Ragazza Immagine
€4.50
Crispy potato-crusted pizza filled with porchetta from Castelli Romani.
Tip: This is the pizza to order. The porchetta is sourced from renowned producers in Castelli Romani, 40km outside Rome.
#5294% recommend
Pizzeria Luzzi
Centro Storico·$
Rosso e Mozzarella
€3.50
Tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella.
Tip: Order this. It's straightforward, well-executed Roman pizza. Buy it, find a spot overlooking the Colosseum, and eat standing up.
#5394% recommend
Pizzeria La Montecarlo
Centro Storico·$
Bianca
€2.50
Plain focaccia pizza with olive oil and salt.
Tip: Order this to understand classic Roman pizza. The dough quality and simplicity are the point.
#5494% recommend
Seu Pizza Illuminati
Trastevere·$$
Margherita
€12.50
Classic pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: Order this to judge the pizzeria's dough quality. The simplicity lets the fermentation and technique shine through.
#5593% recommend
Casa Manco
Testaccio·$
Pizza Bianca
€2.50
Plain white pizza with olive oil and sea salt, featuring the 100-hour fermented dough.
Tip: Order this plain to understand why Casa Manco is worth visiting. The fermentation is evident in the texture and subtle sweetness.
#5692% recommend
Tac Thin and Crunchy
Mostacciano·$$
Pizza Classica - Margherita
€9.00
Traditional Roman pizza with tomato, mozzarella, basil, and olive oil.
Tip: This is the baseline for judging any Roman pizzeria. If this is done right, you don't need anything else—order just this and a drink.
#5792% recommend
Pizzarium Gabriele Bonci
Prati·$
Pizza Bianca e Ricotta
€6.50
Plain focaccia-style pizza topped with creamy ricotta and sea salt.
Tip: Order this first to taste the dough quality without other flavors interfering. This is how to judge a pizza al taglio place.
#5892% recommend
Forno Campo de' Fiori
Centro Storico·$
Pizza Bianca
€3.00
Simple white pizza with olive oil and sea salt, sold by the slice or weight.
Tip: Buy a slice and eat it standing up while watching the market. It's the quintessential Roman experience.
#5991% recommend
Pantera
Garbatella·$
Pizza Rossa
€2.50
Tomato sauce with mozzarella, thin crust with crispy edges.
Tip: Order this first. The thin, crispy crust is the signature and reason to visit.
#6091% recommend
Open Baladin Roma
Centro Storico·$$
Baladin's Margherita
€12.50
Classic pizza paired with house fermentation philosophy.
Tip: Ask your server for a beer pairing suggestion. The acidic and sour beers complement the pizza's simplicity.
#6190% recommend
Alle Carette
Monti·$$
Pizza Margherita
€8.50
Tomato, mozzarella, basil on thin, crispy crust with charred edges.
Tip: This is classic Roman pizza — nothing fancy, nothing wrong. Order it as your first dish.
#6290% recommend
Emma Pizzeria
Centro Storico·$$
Raw Dough - Margherita
€13.00
Raw dough base with tomato, mozzarella, and basil (baked to your preference).
Tip: Watch the cooking through the glass window. Request a lighter bake for softer crust, longer for crispier. The experience is half the fun.
#6390% recommend
Porto Fluviale
Ostiense·$$
Pizza Romana Margherita
€12.00
Roman-style thin-crust pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: Ask for the Roman-style pizza—the thinner crust is superior to the Neapolitan option here.
#6490% recommend
Pizzeria di Marmi (Ai Marmi)
Trastevere·$$
Margherita Pizza
€8.00
Thin-crust Roman pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: Arrive just before peak hours (after 9 PM) or very late (after midnight) to minimize wait. The marble tables mean you share with strangers—embrace it.
#6589% recommend
Casa Manco
Testaccio·$
Pizza with Nduja and Burrata
€5.00
Spicy Calabrese nduja salami with fresh burrata cheese.
Tip: This is a standout if you enjoy spicy food. Burrata tempers the nduja heat.
#6688% recommend
Il Sorchettaro
Esquilino·$
Pizza Bianca
€3.75
White pizza with olive oil, rosemary, and sea salt.
Tip: Pizza bianca is cheaper and lighter than margherita. Locals prefer it late at night.
#6788% recommend
Pizzeria Ai Marmi
Trastevere·$$
Pizza Margherita
€8.00
Thin crust with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, and olive oil.
Tip: Roman pizza should be thin enough to fold. If it's floppy, it's too thin. If it's stiff, it's too thick. Ai Marmi's is exactly right.
#6888% recommend
Da Remo
Testaccio·$
Pizza Margherita
€7.50
Classic pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil on thin Roman crust.
Tip: Arrive early or be prepared to queue—this place doesn't take reservations and fills up fast after 8pm.
#6988% recommend
Pizzeria Formula 1
San Lorenzo·$
Pizza Margherita
€4.50
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: The crust is thin and lightly charred. It's meant to be folded and eaten by hand.
#7088% recommend
Dar Poeta
Trastevere·$$
Pizza Margherita
€6.50
Roman-style pizza with tomato, mozzarella, basil, and olive oil.
Tip: The simplicity is the test. No cream, no fancy toppings. Just tomato, cheese, and basil. If a pizzeria can't nail this, move on.
#7187% recommend
Pinsere Roma
Esquilino·$
Pinsa Romana Pomodoro e Mozzarella
€8.00
Lightweight pinsa with tomato sauce, fior di latte mozzarella, and basil.
Tip: It's lighter than regular pizza and less filling—many people order two different slices instead of one whole pie.
#7286% recommend
Pizzeria Ai Marmi
Trastevere·$$
Pizza Bianca
€7.50
No sauce, just olive oil, salt, rosemary, and sometimes potato slices.
Tip: The flavor of bianca depends entirely on the olive oil. Ask what oil they use—good pizzerias will tell you proudly.
#7386% recommend
Antico Forno Serpenti
Monti·$
Pizza Bianca (White Pizza)
€2.50
Crispy pizza dough with olive oil, salt, and rosemary, no sauce.
Tip: Get this fresh at 7:15 AM when it comes out of the oven. It's perfect with coffee. Later in the day it's still good but not the same.
#7485% recommend
Tac Thin and Crunchy
Mostacciano·$$
Pizza Fior di Latte e Pomodoro di Pachino
€10.00
Fresh mozzarella and small heirloom tomatoes from Sicily.
Tip: Ask if Pachino tomatoes are in season when you visit—if not, ask what other regional tomato they're using instead. The kitchen respects seasonality.
#7583% recommend
Antico Forno Serpenti
Monti·$
Pizza al Pomodoro
€3.00
Thin crust with San Marzano tomato sauce, oregano, and olive oil.
Tip: The quality of this pizza depends entirely on the tomato sauce. Ask what tomato they're using—good bakeries take pride in this detail.
#7683% recommend
Tac Thin and Crunchy
Mostacciano·$$
Pizza Diavola
€11.00
Mozzarella, tomato, and spicy soppressata.
Tip: If you don't like soppressata, ask if they can substitute with any other cured meats available—the kitchen is flexible with special requests.