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Best Anchovy Dishes in Rome
7 restaurants compared
Price range: €5.50 – €19.00
Avg recommendation: 91%
Top 5 Anchovy Dishes in Rome (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 7 restaurants:
- Anchovy Crostini at Pigneto Quarantuno, €5.50 (Pigneto)
- Orecchiette con Cime di Rapa at Tram Tram, €11.50 (San Lorenzo)
- Pizza with Anchovies and Onions at Pizzeria Formula 1, €5.50 (San Lorenzo)
- Beef Tartare with Anchovy Aioli at Ristorante Marzapane, €19.00 (Flaminio)
- Puntarelle alla Romana at Da Danilo, €8.50 (Esquilino)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 7 Anchovy Dishes
#1
Anchovy Crostini
Pigneto QuarantunoPigneto·$$
€5.50
Toasted bread topped with salted anchovies and olive oil.
Tip: Order this with your first glass of white wine. The salt brings out the crispness of natural wines.
#2
Orecchiette con Cime di Rapa
Tram TramSan Lorenzo·$$
€11.50
Ear-shaped pasta with broccoli rabe, garlic, and chili.
Tip: The cime di rapa should be tender but still hold shape. This kitchen gets it right.
#3
Pizza with Anchovies and Onions
Pizzeria Formula 1San Lorenzo·$
€5.50
Thin crust with tomato, anchovies, and caramelized onions.
Tip: The onions balance the saltiness of the anchovies. Don't skip this combination.
#4
Beef Tartare with Anchovy Aioli
Ristorante MarzapaneFlaminio·$$$$
€19.00
Finely minced raw beef with anchovy emulsion, capers, and crispy bread.
Tip: Ask about the origin of the beef. This kitchen sources responsibly.
#5
Puntarelle alla Romana
Da DaniloEsquilino·$$
€8.50
Bitter chicory dressed with anchovy vinaigrette.
Tip: Order this alongside a rich pasta or meat course. The bitter greens and anchovy dressing provide contrast and palate cleansing.
#6
Puntarelle Salad
La Carbonara al MontiMonti·$$
€9.00
Bitter chicory shoots with anchovy dressing.
Tip: Available only November through April. If you see it on the menu, order it—it's worth trying this Roman classic.
#791% recommend
Tagliolini all'Acciuga
Trattoria MontiEsquilino·$$$
€18.00
Delicate egg tagliolini with anchovies, pine nuts, and pecorino.
Tip: This is quintessential Le Marche cuisine. If you want to understand the region through food, order this.