Top 5 Mussel Dishes in Rome (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 5 restaurants:
- Cozze Ripiene at Trattoria del Pesce, €10.00 (Testaccio)
- Tiella at Tram Tram, €13.50 (San Lorenzo)
- Cozze Gratinate at La Rosetta, €14.00 (Centro Storico)
- Cozze Ripiene at Rinaldo all'Acquedotto, €9.00 (Appio)
- Cozze Ripiene at Livello 1, €12.00 (Centro Storico)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Mussel Dishes
#1
Cozze Ripiene
Trattoria del PesceTestaccio·$$
€10.00
Mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs, and parmesan.
Tip: Simple and good. Order them hot and eat immediately. They cool down and lose their appeal quickly.
#2
Tiella
Tram TramSan Lorenzo·$$
€13.50
Baked rice with mussels, shrimp, and green beans.
Tip: The rice should be creamy but not mushy. Each grain should be distinct.
#3
Cozze Gratinate
La RosettaCentro Storico·$$$
€14.00
Mussels topped with breadcrumbs and herbs, then baked.
Tip: Classic Roman preparation. Order early in the meal and eat while hot so the breadcrumb topping stays crispy.
#4
Cozze Ripiene
Rinaldo all'AcquedottoAppio·$$
€9.00
Mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, parmesan, and herbs.
Tip: Classic Roman preparation. Order hot and eat immediately. They cool down and the breadcrumb topping gets soggy.
#5
Cozze Ripiene
Livello 1Centro Storico·$$
€12.00
Mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, parmesan, and herbs.
Tip: Order these hot from the oven. They cool down quickly and are best eaten while still warm and crispy on top.