What are the best scallop dishes in Rome?

Based on diner recommendations, the best scallop dish in Rome is at Ristorante Marzapane. We compared 9 restaurants serving scallop dishes.

How much do scallop dishes cost in Rome?

Scallop dish prices in Rome range from €14.00 to €38.00 across 9 restaurants.

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Best Scallop Dishes in Rome

9 restaurants compared

Price range: €14.00 – €38.00

Avg recommendation: 88%

Top 5 Scallop Dishes in Rome (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 9 restaurants:

Seared Scallops with Brown Butter Emulsion at Ristorante Marzapane, €28.00 (Flaminio)
Seared Scallops with Citrus at Barzilai Bistrot, €14.00 (Aventino)
Grilled Scallop at Zuma Roma — 91% recommended, €16.00 (Fendi Building)
Seared Scallops with Saffron and Chive Jus at All'Oro — 91% recommended, €38.00 (Villa Borghese)
Scallops Crudi in Carpaccio at Alberto Ciarla — 89% recommended, €28.00 (Trastevere)

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

All 9 Scallop Dishes

Seared Scallops with Brown Butter Emulsion

Ristorante Marzapane

Flaminio·$$$$

€28.00

Diver scallops seared until golden, served with brown butter and caviar.

Tip: The scallops should have a crust but be barely opaque inside. This kitchen nails the timing.

Seared Scallops with Citrus

Barzilai Bistrot

Aventino·$$

€14.00

Pan-seared scallops with orange supremes and olive oil.

Tip: Scallops appear seasonally. In spring and summer, this is the dish to order.

#391% recommend

Grilled Scallop

Zuma Roma

Fendi Building·$$$

€16.00

Large diver scallop on skewer grilled until opaque, with lemon and sea salt.

Tip: Don't wait—eat this the moment it arrives. Scallops cool quickly and lose their butter texture.

#491% recommend

Seared Scallops with Saffron and Chive Jus

All'Oro

Villa Borghese·$$$

€38.00

Large scallops seared in butter, topped with saffron-infused sauce and fresh chives.

Tip: Ask if they have this before ordering anything else. When available, it's worth prioritizing.

#589% recommend

Scallops Crudi in Carpaccio

Alberto Ciarla

Trastevere·$$$

€28.00

Raw scallops sliced thin with lemon and olive oil.

Tip: If you eat raw seafood, this is where to try it in Rome. The scallops are remarkably fresh and tender.

#689% recommend

Scallops with Sauce Verde

Tribuna Campitelli

Centro Storico·$$$$

€24.00

Pan-seared scallops with a bright green sauce of herbs, capers, and anchovies.

Tip: Don't overcook scallops—they go from perfect to rubber in seconds. The kitchen knows this, so trust their timing.

#787% recommend

Scallops in Beurre Blanc

Il Sanlorenzo

Centro Storico·$$$

€28.00

Pan-seared scallops with a silky butter sauce and seasonal herbs.

Tip: Scallops are tricky to cook—easy to overcook and lose the texture. Here they're perfectly timed: caramelized outside, tender inside.

#886% recommend

Scallops with Black Garlic and Pumpkin Puree

Santaelena

Parioli·$$$

€30.00

Seared scallops with umami-rich black garlic and sweet pumpkin.

Tip: This is creative but not for everyone—the black garlic is an acquired taste. Ask before ordering if you're unsure.

#985% recommend

Scallops Crudi

Ristorante Quinzi e Gabrieli

Centro Storico·$$$

€26.00

Raw scallops sliced thin with lemon and olive oil.

Tip: If you trust raw seafood, this is where to order it. The freshness and quality are consistently remarkable.