Best 14 pizzas to try in Rome: our top picks

Naples may be the birthplace of pizza, but Rome has developed a style all its own. Here, the focus is on ultra-thin crusts, careful technique, and a mix of long-standing traditions with room for creativity. Here are some of the best places to try pizza in Rome.

1. 180 Grammi Pizzeria Romana

180 Grammi is known for its ultra-thin, scrocchiarella (crispy) base made from a dough that’s fermented for days. They use four types of flour to get the right mix of crunch and chew, which holds up well to both classic and more creative toppings.

Some draw on traditional Roman flavors, while others incorporate newer ideas. It’s near the Teano metro, but tables are hard to come by: this is one of the best things to do in Rome. Bookings open exactly two weeks in advance and fill almost immediately.

The team calls their style “Back to the Pizza”. It is a good example of how pizza in Rome has moved from simple street food to something more refined. 

2. Alle Carrette

Down a side street near the Roman Forum, Alle Carrette has been part of the Monti neighborhood for decades. Their wood-fired oven turns out Roman-style pizzas with crisp edges and light charring.

The fritti are just as popular, especially the fiori di zucchine and supplì. The room is busy and casual, with brick ceilings, quick service, and paper-covered tables. It is the kind of place where you are more likely to share a table than sit alone, and reservations are not part of the experience.

The bruschetta al pomodoro is a local favorite and works well before a pizza (as is custom in Italy).
 

3. Casa Manco

In Testaccio Market’s Box 22, Casa Manco makes pizza al taglio with a 400-hour cold-fermented dough that comes out airy and easy to eat.

Owners Paola and Andrea build their slices with ingredients from the market, changing the menu often to reflect what is fresh. You might find combinations like fennel with orange and balsamic or stracchino with mushrooms and lemon zest.

The four-flour blend gives the base a texture that is crisp in some bites and softer in others. They are open weekday mornings until mid-afternoon. Lines form quickly, but they move fast, and it is worth adding to your Italy itinerary.

4. L'Elementare

This place started as a summer pop-up that drew such a crowd it never closed. Now there are four branches, all focused on “semplicità alla romana,” or,  simple Roman pizza done with care. It is a must for any Italy food tour.

The style is true to the city: thin, crisp, and lightly charred at the edges. The dough ferments for 24 hours before being rolled out with a pin, which gives it that signature crunch.

Founders Mirko Rizzo and Federico Feliziani keep the classics but also add creative options like lamb with artichokes or a Saltimbocca alla Romana pizza. The craft beer list is worth looking at, and each pizza has a suggested pairing. 
 

5. Emma Pizzeria

Near Campo de’ Fiori, Emma is part of the Roscioli family’s restaurant group. They take ingredient sourcing seriously and list every supplier on the menu, from the flour mill in Piedmont to the mozzarella producer.

You could easily spend a week-long Italy itinerary eating pizza alone, but Emma is worth making the trip for. The pizzas are thin-crust with toppings like buffalo mozzarella DOP, anchovies from Cetara, or seasonal burrata, always used in a way that keeps the flavors balanced. The dining room has a high glass ceiling and feels both relaxed and refined.

The wine list is extensive, with more than a thousand bottles to choose from. They also serve Roman classics and have a salumi counter featuring everything from local cured meats to Spanish jamón ibérico. You can watch the pizzaiolos at work in the open kitchen.

6. Ruver Teglia Frazionata

Ruver focuses on teglia frazionata, a rectangular pan pizza that’s somewhere between the classic round pies and the by-the-slice pizza you see in bakery windows.

The dough is fermented for a long time, which makes it light and easy to digest The base is crisp underneath, soft in the middle, and firm enough to hold generous toppings without going soggy.

Flavors range from traditional Italian pairings to more global combinations. The place is relaxed and reasonably priced, with a mostly local crowd. It’s a good choice when you want Roman pizza with more substance than the usual thin base.

How to plan a trip to Italy is to plan for as many culinary stops as possible, pizza included.
 

7. Da Remo

Da Remo has been part of Testaccio since 1976. It runs on a simple system: no reservations, paper tablecloths, and plenty of noise. You write down your order, grab your own cutlery, and wait for thin, wood-fired pizzas with a light char and just the right amount of toppings.

The bruschetta and supplì are worth ordering while you wait. Inside, the walls are covered in Lazio football memorabilia, and the outdoor tables give you a good view of the piazza. Prices are still reasonable.

8. Pizzarium Bonci

Just outside Vatican City, Gabriele Bonci’s small shop helped change the way people think about pizza al taglio. The dough is fermented for 72 hours and made with heritage grain flour, giving it a crisp yet tender texture.

Toppings change often, from his well-known potato pizza to seasonal combinations you might not expect. Slices are rectangular, cut with scissors, and sold by weight. The shop is small with no seating, so most people eat outside.  

Planning a your trip? See our guide to where to stay in Rome.
 

9. Fratelli Trecca

In Testaccio, Fratelli Trecca keeps Roman pizza tonda the way Romans like it: paper-thin, crisp enough to crack when folded, and cooked in a wood-fired oven until lightly charred at the edges. Toppings are good quality and kept simple so the crust stays the focus.

The menu also includes fritti and classic Roman dishes that show the kitchen knows its way around tradition. Prices are fair, portions are generous, and the crowd is mostly locals. It’s a good choice if you’re in a group or in Rome with kids. It is the kind of neighborhood pizzeria people return to often, with consistently good food in a relaxed setting.

10. Seu Pizza Illuminati

Pier Daniele Seu and Valeria Zuppardo have made a name here for pizzas that balance proper Roman technique with creative toppings. The team uses seasonal, carefully sourced ingredients, combining them in ways that feel fresh while still nodding to tradition.

The dining room is modern and casual, attracting a younger crowd, and the drinks list goes well beyond the basics, including natural wines and cocktails. This Rome pizza spot is outside the main tourist area and has won several awards.

Love pizza? See our guide to the best pizza in Naples to compare the styles.
 

11. Ai Marmi

Locals call it “L’Obitorio” (the morgue) because of the long marble tables, but the atmosphere is lively. Since 1933, Ai Marmi has been making thin-crust Roman pizza in a wood-fired oven, with restrained toppings and just enough char. Diavola with spicy salami is a local favorite.

The fried starters like supplì, zucchini flowers, and baccalà are worth adding to your order. Tables are communal. On warm evenings, outdoor seating along Viale Trastevere is great for people-watching (see our guide to the best time to visit Italy ).

12. Trapizzino (Testaccio)

Stefano Callegari introduced the trapizzino in 2008, and it quickly became a staple of Roman street food. It’s a triangular pocket of pizza bianca filled with traditional dishes like oxtail alla vaccinara, tripe, chicken cacciatore, or meatballs in sauce. The sourdough shell stays crisp outside while holding the fillings without leaking.

The original shop in Testaccio still feels like a local favorite, even after expanding to places like New York and Tokyo. You can also get excellent supplì here, keeping to Roman tradition. The trapizzino isn’t about new recipes, but about making old favorites easy to eat on the go without losing their character. And if you're ready for desert after, there's plenty of great Rome gelato nearby.
 

13. La Gatta Mangiona

In Monteverde, La Gatta Mangiona is known for Giancarlo Casa’s pizzas that combine elements of Roman and Neapolitan styles. The wood-fired crust has both chew and char, thanks to a long fermentation that makes it light and easy to digest.

Inside, the dining rooms are bright with cat-themed décor, and the drinks list is focused on craft beers and wines that work well with the menu. You can stick with classics or try combinations like romanesco with coppa, or duck speck with asparagus and asiago. It is a neighborhood favorite, so expect it to be busy. See our guide to getting off the tourist trail in Rome to avoid crowds.

14. Ivo a Trastevere

Ivo has been serving Roman-style pizza in Trastevere since 1958. The small, always-crowded dining room has checkered tablecloths, walls full of photos, and an old wood-fired oven turning out thin, crisp pizzas.

The margherita and capricciosa are standouts, made simply and well. Service is quick and focused on getting food to the table, and prices are reasonable for the area. Located on a quieter side street, Ivo is a reliable choice.

Looking for more culinary adventures? See our guide to the best day trips from Rome.