What are the best sea bass dishes in Rome?

Based on diner recommendations, the best sea bass dish in Rome is at Ketumbar. We compared 21 restaurants serving sea bass dishes.

How much do sea bass dishes cost in Rome?

Sea Bass dish prices in Rome range from €14.00 to €38.00 across 21 restaurants.

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Best Sea Bass Dishes in Rome

21 restaurants compared

Price range: €14.00 – €38.00

Avg recommendation: 86%

Top 5 Sea Bass Dishes in Rome (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 21 restaurants:

Branzino Al Olio Di Peperoncino at Ketumbar, €22.00 (Testaccio)
Branzino al Forno at Salumeria Roscioli, €38.00 (Centro Storico)
Branzino al Forno at Le Mani in Pasta, €18.00 (Trastevere)
Branzino al Forno at Osteria dell'Ingegno, €28.00 (Pantheon)
Sea Bass with Citrus and Herbs at Antonello Colonna Open, €36.00 (Centro Storico)

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

All 21 Sea Bass Dishes

Branzino Al Olio Di Peperoncino

Ketumbar

Testaccio·$$

€22.00

Whole sea bass roasted and served with spicy chili-infused oil.

Tip: Ask for the chili oil on the side if you prefer to control the heat level. Some people add more, some use none.

Branzino al Forno

Salumeria Roscioli

Centro Storico·$$$

€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.

Branzino al Forno

Le Mani in Pasta

Trastevere·$$$

€18.00

Sea bass roasted whole in the oven with herbs and olive oil.

Tip: Don't be intimidated by a whole fish. The kitchen will fillet it if you ask, but it's beautiful at the table. The bones lift away easily.

Branzino al Forno

Osteria dell'Ingegno

Pantheon·$$$

€28.00

Whole roasted sea bass with lemon, herbs, and olive oil.

Tip: The kitchen will fillet it at table if you ask. Or fillet it yourself—the flesh comes away easily. Every part is delicious.

Sea Bass with Citrus and Herbs

Antonello Colonna Open

Centro Storico·$$$

€36.00

Whole roasted sea bass with lemon, herbs, and seasonal vegetables.

Tip: Ask for this whole. It's more impressive and tastes better. The kitchen will fillet it at the table.

Seared Branzino

Ristorante Aroma

Ludovisi·$$$$

€32.00

Mediterranean sea bass with seasonal vegetables and herb oil.

Tip: The fish is treated with respect. The crispy skin is the best part. The vegetables are supporting players, not distractions.

Branzino Con Agrumi

Angelina a Testaccio

Testaccio·$$

€24.00

Whole roasted sea bass with citrus, herbs, and olive oil.

Tip: Ask about the source of the sea bass. Angelina sources carefully, prioritizing wild fish when available.

Branzino al Forno

Trattoria del Pesce

Testaccio·$$

€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.

Branzino al Forno

Rinaldo all'Acquedotto

Appio·$$

€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.

#10

Branzino Al Forno

BellaCarne

Jewish Ghetto·$$$

€26.00

Whole roasted sea bass, crispy skin and tender flaky flesh.

Tip: Ask the server about the size and source—BellaCarne sources wild fish when available, which has better flavor than farmed.

#11

Branzino al Forno

Pierluigi

Centro Storico·$$$

€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.

#12

Branzino Con Erbe

Su Casa

Jewish Ghetto·$$

€24.00

Whole roasted sea bass stuffed with fresh herbs, lemon, and olive oil.

Tip: Ask for the fish to be filleted at your table. Watching the server work is part of the experience.

#1388% recommend

Carpaccio di Branzino

Livello 1

Centro Storico·$$

€14.50

Thinly sliced raw sea bass with lemon and olive oil.

Tip: Ask your server what came in this morning. The carpaccio changes based on the catch, and they'll recommend what's best.

#1488% recommend

Branzino Al Forno

Checco Er Carettiere

Trastevere·$$$

€32.00

Whole branzino baked with herbs and lemon.

Tip: This is sized for sharing, typically feeding 2-3 people. Order with fresh greens or artichokes on the side if you want additional vegetables.

#1587% recommend

Branzino in Salsa d'Agrumi

La Rosetta

Centro Storico·$$$

€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.

#1686% recommend

Branzino en Papillote

Alberto Ciarla

Trastevere·$$$

€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.

#1786% recommend

Branzino al Sale

Osteria del Pesce

Monti·$$

€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.

#1886% recommend

Branzino in Crosta di Sale

Assunta Madre

Trevi·$$$

€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.

#1985% recommend

Branzino en Papillote

Il Sanlorenzo

Centro Storico·$$$

€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.

#2084% recommend

Branzino with Citrus Emulsion

Santaelena

Parioli·$$$

€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.

#2182% recommend

Branzino al Forno

Livello 1

Centro Storico·$$

€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.