Looking for the best dining experience near Piazza Navona in Rome? Look no further! With its rich culinary heritage and vibrant food scene, Rome is a food lover’s paradise. Piazza Navona, located in the heart of the city, is not only a bustling square filled with beautiful fountains and stunning architecture, but it’s also home to some of the finest restaurants in the city.
Whether you’re craving traditional Italian cuisine, mouthwatering pizza, or tasty seafood, near Piazza Navona, you are bound to find what you like. From charming trattorias to fancy establishments, the restaurants near Piazza Navona cater to every palate and offer a truly unforgettable dining experience.
In fact, one of the hardest things to achieve when you travel to an unfamiliar location is to find good-quality food around touristy areas.
So, whether you’re a local or a tourist exploring the Eternal City, join us as we dive into the culinary delights that await you near Piazza Navona. Get ready to indulge in a gastronomic journey that will leave you craving for more!
Where to eat near Piazza Navona for an authentic meal
Alfredo e Ada
Located in a very historical Roman street, this is a bit of an institution among the favorite local restaurants near Piazza Navona. Alfredo e Ada is a cozy, basic trattoria where you will find homemade traditional dishes served in a rustic, simple decor.
Along with lasagna, tonnarelli, and stuffed zucchini, here you can also order a delicious chickpea soup so cherished by Romans.
- Where: Via dei Banchi Nuovi 14.
- When: Tuesday-Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
Il Tagliere Toscano
I had heard about this eatery near Piazza Navona many times before I actually brought myself to try it. Il Tagliere Toscano is a very casual restaurant serving giant platters filled with all types of Tuscan specialties from cold cuts to cheese to fresh and roasted veggies.
Probably what made me doubt was its being so close to Piazza Navona, it’s literally adjacent. I have to say, it was a very pleasant surprise. It’s not too expensive, and the platters (taglieri) are really big. If you go for aperitif, you will hardly have any room for dinner.
- Where: Via Agonale 12.
- When: Every day 11 am-12 am.
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Armando al Pantheon
This is probably one of the most famous restaurants near Piazza Navona and in the city center because it’s actually often recommended where to eat in Rome if you are looking for authentic Roman dishes.
Popular for its hearty dishes prepared following tradition, grabbing a table at the Gargioli family restaurant feels like winning a much-coveted prize. If this is an experience you want to have during your trip, I strongly suggest you book a few days before, even a week if it’s high season.
- Where: Salita de’ Crescenzi 31.
- When: Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Closed on Sunday.
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Senza Fondo All You Can Eat
We are used to Chinese AYCE but did you know that there is an all-you-can-eat restaurant serving all the typical Roman dishes right behind Piazza Navona? I tried it recently with my family and we all enjoyed our meal. It’s quite affordable (25€ for each person and free for my 4-year-old) and you can really order whatever you want, dessert included.
Now, don’t expect Michelin quality but for that price, I think it’s a very good deal: you will leave the restaurant full and satisfied! Senza Fondo is less than 100 meters from Piazza Navona so you will reach in less than 2 minutes on foot.
- Where: Via del Teatro Pace 44.
- When: Every day 12-10.30 pm.
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Mater Terrae Restaurant
This is easily one of the best and finest restaurants near Piazza Navona. Organic and vegetarian, the dishes populating the menu of Mater Terrae Restaurant stand out for the high quality of the ingredients and the creativity of the local chef.
Mater Terrae is the successful eatery of Bio Hotel Raphael, one of the most luxurious hotels near Piazza Navona and in the city center altogether. For a lighter meal from their cocktail bar menu, you can enjoy their bistrot bar, while for a fine-dining experience, book your table at their à la carte gourmet restaurant.
- Where: Largo Febo 2.
- When: Bistrot/Bar every day 11 am-11 pm, Gourmet restaurant every day 12-3 pm and 7.30-11 pm.
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Retrobottega
This is no cheap eat but very original and unusual. Retrobottega serves Italian cuisine but everything is prepared with the very personal touch of the chef. They recreate all the traditional recipes but each and every one of them is likely to convey a different experience from what you already know.
They make risotto, but it’s their own special. They cook meat but in their own way. And this applies to everything they serve, whether it’s a first course, a main, or a dessert. Try them for a special treat but don’t forget to make your reservation because it gets full pretty quickly.
If you enjoy their products and cuisine, pop in their shop/workshop right next to their restaurant and buy some of their handmade pasta to cook at home for friends and family.
- Where: Via della Stelletta 4.
- When: Every day 6-11.30 pm, on Monday and Thursday from 12 pm.
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Chiostro del Bramante Caffetteria/Bistro
Stop at the cafe/bistro of Chiostro del Bramante to enjoy a light, casual meal in an artsy décor. The menu offers tasty fares borrowed from the Italian tradition and also inspired by international cuisine.
At the Chiostro del Bramante café, you won’t have Michelin-starred fine dining. What makes this restaurant near Piazza Navona truly unique is the location.
Set inside the 16th-century cloister designed by architect Donato Bramante and widely recognized as a gem of the Italian Renaissance, the café is decorated with Fallen Fruit’s wallpaper work “Trappola d’Amore a Pleasure Palace.” And if this wasn’t enough, the bistrot directly overlooks Raphael’s wonderful fresco “Le Sibille” kept in Santa Maria della Pace church as well as the cloister courtyard.
- Where: Via Arco della Pace 5.
- When: Every day 10 am-8 pm. Saturday and Sunday until 9 pm.
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La Rosetta
Sometimes deemed too pricey, La Rosetta is a seafood restaurant founded by renowned chef Massimo Riccioli. Opened in the 1960s by Riccioli’s father, in the 1980s, it became the first oyster bar in the capital. In the years, it became an upscale trattoria where tourists and locals can enjoy delicious fish and seafood dishes where the quality of the ingredients is key.
Inspired by the Sicilian roots of Chef Riccioli, La Rosetta promises and greatly delivers a Mediterranean experience not without a contemporary touch.
- Where: Via della Rosetta 8.
- When: Tuesday to Sunday 12-10.45 pm. Closed on Monday.
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Coromandel
Located behind Piazza Navona, Coromandel is one of our favorite breakfast places in Rome. A chic Parisian vibe will be the surroundings where you can enjoy a hearty breakfast and brunch that will leave you full pretty much until dinner.
Whether you are into a sweet or a savory breakfast, you will be spoiled for choice. I had fantastic savory pancakes with smoked salmon while my husband enjoyed an American breakfast with bacon and scrambled eggs. You can also opt for lighter meals such as a piece of cake or a smoothie.
Obviously, there are plenty of beverage options including all types of coffee, tea, and milkshakes.
- Where: Via di Monte Giordano 60/61.
- When: Every day 9 am-3 pm, Saturday and Sunday until 4 pm.
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Vega Food
We discovered Vega Food really by chance one day when we were on a photo tour around the city center and I immediately begged my husband to stop there. I usually follow a plant-based diet so every time I see an occasion where I can order anything from the menu instead of making compromises and having a limited amount of options, I just take it.
Just like the name suggests, Vega Food is a vegan eatery located a stone’s throw from Piazza Navona. Indian-run and Ayurveda-inspired, here you can find an enticing choice of curries, rice-based dishes, slightly chili-hot dishes, and great dahl soups.
- Where: Via di Monte Giordano 1.
- When: Every day for lunch and dinner.
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Ginger
One of the most popular restaurants near Piazza Navona in Rome stands right behind the Pantheon. Open from morning through evening, it serves all meals from breakfast to dinner through brunch, lunch, and aperitif.
Tasty and versatile, their menu is diverse and the dishes are prepared with attention to health and quality. The reference is the Mediterranean diet, but there is no lack of international influences from world cuisines to add a spicy touch and flavorful experiences.
- Where: Piazza Sant’Eustachio 54/55.
- When: Every day 8 am-11 pm.
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Gunther Gelato Italiano
This is hands-down one of the best gelato in Rome. Original flavors like pino mugo pine sit side by side with more standard flavors such as chocolate, cream, pistachio, and hazelnut, all coming from ingredients of the highest quality.
This is one of our must-stops after a hearty meal in the city center because it’s very central and never fails to delight us.
- Where: Piazza Sant’Eustachio 47.
- When: Every day 12-11 pm.
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Sant’Eustachio – Il Caffè
Located in the namesake piazza, Caffè Sant’Eustachio is an institution among Rome’s historic bars and has been a reference for one of the best coffees in the capital. With their own blend of Arabic coffee, they claim to be a must-stop for any fan of the black beverage.
Their location near Piazza Navona and the Pantheon makes it easy to get there and enjoy a shot of energy after lunch or any time of the day.
- Where: Piazza Sant’Eustachio 82.
- When: Every day 7.30 am-12 am.
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