We walked into Emma after a long day of travel and exploring Rome as it was very near our AirBNB. What an amazing surprise and wonderful end of our day. Chris, our server, was exceptional and offered many suggestions for food, which were all well received and tasted delicious. The restaurant was a fantastic space for our group of 8 (4 adults & 4 pre-teens) and the menu offered something for everyone; so much that our kids have already asked to dine there again before we leave Rome. Great food & fantastic service, cannot be beat. read more

tl;dr the cracker-thin pizza tonda lineup features a wide variety of traditional and adventurous topping combos When it comes to Roman pizza, most people's minds jump to pizza al taglio. But another, lesser-known Roman style is pizza tonda. Unlike poofy Neapolitan crusts, pizza tonda (also called scrocchiarella, meaning "crispy") utilizes an olive-oily, low-hydrated dough to achieve a crispy, cracker-thin base. Furthermore, these Roman pies tend to feature a wider variety of toppings (such as zucchini flowers and seafood) than their more traditional Neapolitan counterparts. In Rome, one of the most popular tonda pizzerias is Emma Pizzeria. Emma is located on a busy corner just a few blocks from the Campo de' Fiori. Inside, the off-white walls are minimally decorated with abstract artwork. Tiny dark-wood tables are pressed closely to upholstered chairs and half-booths, and the bustle around the open pizza oven dominates a background of light instrumental music. Even on a weeknight, don't be surprised to find all of the reservations scooped up. My mother and I arrived for a late dinner, and we were fortunately seated immediately. The servers were fluent in English, and our waiter quickly directed us toward some exciting dinner options. We began our meal with the made-in-house Suppli, a cross between an arancini and a mozzarella stick. The thick, breaded cylinder of tomato-sauced risotto was stuffed with gooey cheese and fried extra crispy. The pizzas were even better. Across both pies, the pizza was uncut, and the ultra-thin crust sported a leopard-spotted bottom. Furthermore, the cornicone was uniquely flavorful on its own. Our favorite pie was the Chorizo, topped with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and rich salami. The accompanying Fiori di Zucca was no slouch, either, although the generous portion of mozzarella and spinach-esque zucchini flower weighed down the paper-thin crust. Service was efficient -- our server quickly presented our check when asked; however, more relaxed diners continued to linger without any objection from the staff. A single hungry diner could reasonably down a whole pie with room to spare, but two modest appetites might do better splitting an antipasti and a single pie. At $35 across the fritti and 2 pies, Emma's prices put American individual-sized specialty pies to shame. The pizzas showcased expert technique, and I found myself preferring pizza tonda over classic Neapolitan crusts. read more

Emma Pizzeria - Chorizo Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

An absolutely exceptional experience that really lived up to the hype and my expectations. Everything we had was *chefs kiss* and the service was impeccable. I found myself literally mesmerized by our waiter's words and detailed explanation of EVERYTHING. and his descriptions actually matched up perfectly. appetizer: couldn't have done a soup/dip dish if we were sitting outside but you can fr tell the ingredients in this were all so fresh pizza: it was soo thin and crispy and as our waiter described it: "an explosion of flavor." so true. they used 4 different tomatoes for this and it all came together soo wonderfully. we gobbled this up so fast, probably one of the best pizzas I've ever had carbonara: super thick and creamy, and the bacon was appropriately crispy and flavorful to complement desserts: I LOVED ALL OF THEM. espresso tiramisu was so unique, I swear I've never had anything like it before. even my bf liked it even though he be hatin on tiramisu. and same for the crumble!!!! the biscuits and fondue were on the house which was really nice of them :) my only complaint was that there was a bit of a wait between getting the pizza and the carbonara so I would actually suggest getting everything in at once rather than saying you're going to share. lovely ambiance as well, definitely one of the nicest restaurants we've been to in rome thus far. I would also suggest making a reservation a few weeks ahead of time - even when I emailed 1.5 months ahead, there were only 2 times left available for a party of 2. So just reach out as soon as you know you wanna come here otherwise there is a bit of a wait without a res read more

Emma Pizzeria - variation of datterno pizza - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

See all

I got the ravioli and it wasn't my fave. The pizza was good! The supplì had a great cheese pull and I enjoyed them a lot. read more

See all

3/5 Food - Pizza was average at best. Zucchini flowers were actually good. Don't get the Suppli (rice balls) there were really dry. Not in the pics are the meat balls. They were dry and not very tasty. 2/5 Service - Our waiter was kind of rude. He was short tempered with us and was trying to rush us. We ordered a couple of pizzas and he said, " Thats it!" Who says that? 5/5 Ambiance - Very nice and big inside. I wasn't expecting it to be that open and nice. read more

See all

Super quiet setting. Great outdoor seating. Efficient ordering. The pastas are great. The tomato basil was perfectly cooked. Cacio good. Da bucatino better. The super bio is unreal. We ordered an extra one because we needed it. Would 100% go back. read more

See all

Excellent service, wonderfully fresh food, tented/heated outdoor seating. I would go again. We had - 4€ bread basket (3 different types of fresh baked bread - 6 pieces total) - spinach/pear salad - Candied Vegetarian pizza (caramelized onions, sun dried tomatoes, eggplant, artichoke hearts, mozzarella) - Fresh Mozzarella (eg not melted), basil, and confit tomato pizza - americanos with a side of steamed milk (and they brought us complementary sweets) read more

See all

Absolutely loved this place -- not just for the pizza (which is fantastic), but for some of the best pasta dishes we had in Rome. We visited Emma multiple times because we couldn't stay away. Every dish we tried was beautifully plated, full of flavor, and made with obvious care. Cacio e Pepe - Creamy, peppery, and rich without being heavy. Perfectly al dente pasta and just the right amount of cheese. Classic Roman dish, executed to perfection. Rigatoni with Tomato & Basil - Simple, fresh, and bursting with flavor. The tomato sauce tasted homemade, and the basil added a lovely freshness. Topped with just the right sprinkle. The ambiance at Emma is sleek and modern but still warm, whether you're seated inside or on the cozy patio. Staff was friendly and professional, and the vibe is just right -- perfect for a casual dinner or a special night out. A must-visit in Rome if you're serious about pasta and want a stylish, satisfying meal. read more

See all

My hubby and I had a few hours in Rome and decided to give Emma Pizzeria a try for lunch while visiting. They were busy when we arrived. Definitely a spot that seems to be popular for both tourists and locals. It was a hot, summer day and the only seating option available for a party of two was in their outside patio area. Although it was hot, the restaurant had a nice overhead covering for the outdoor seating that allowed a decent breeze to flow through the area and keep patrons cool. The food was delicious and the service was attentive. An overall positive first visit. Everything we tried was fantastic. Our order consisted of: - Margherita di Bufala pizza - Parmigiana di Melanzane - Cacio e Pepe pasta We loved everything equally. The pizza was top notch, the eggplant parmigiana had an amazingly crispy skin, and the pasta was handmade and so fresh. I would highly recommend anything we tried. After finishing our meal, it was obvious why Emma Pizzeria is such a popular and well-loved establishment. There are so many more things we're excited to try from their menu. We will definitely return the next time we're visiting Rome. read more

See all

The food was quite tasty, "banger" according to my children. The service was excellent, and they gave us free chocolate! :D In addition a group of people sitting near us dressed up as pilgrims wearing turkey hats, which contributed positively to the warm and welcoming vibe. All the staff was very polite. Would return. read more

Emma Pizzeria - People dressed as pilgrims - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

This place had such high ratings online, so we gave it a try! The calzone with aged proscuitto was MASSIVE (could feed 2 people for sure), and we also got the artichoke pizza. We got Christmas fries as an appetizer aka fried mixed vegetables and a suppli, which is a traditional Roman snack (fried rice ball). Everything was delish! Glad I got to try some traditional Roman items! read more

See all

Worst meal in Rome No GF options, got the order wrong, recommended terrible options that were inedible!!! Pricy to boot. This place came highly recommended. Not sure why? read more

Loved our lunch here on our Rome holiday. The restaurant is beautiful and encompasses a nice outdoor seating area as well as a large downstairs dining room. The pizzas were so yummy and ample. Fresh locally sourced ingredients. My cousins recommended this wonderful place and we were not disappointed. Loved the wine and the ambiance of the setting. read more

Emma Pizzeria - Our fresh delish pizzas!!!! - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

See all

Real teamwork is required here. Be prepared to contribute to the table next to yours conversation or pass them their food order. Be warned that the salads are very big here. Not that Jimi would ever order one. 5 stars read more

Went to Emma Pizza Tuesday night. I've been there in the past and loved it. Something is definitely different. It was not good at all. We were with a group of five and went here on my recommendation. We ordered the suppli which was delicious. Then a cheese plate which was good/ average. We then ordered four pizzas. They were terrible. The dough in the past was soft and pillowy. Not anymore. It was crispy like a cracker. I even looked back at pictures from the last time I was there. There was no comparison. I was actually embarrassed that I recommended we eat here and told the group I loved their pizza here. I don't know if they changed ownership but something is different. I will no longer recommend Emma Pizza. read more

I would like to thank Emma personally for this incredible meal! I came here with a friend on a trip to Rome and it lived up to all the hype. The service was spot on, the restaurant has lots of seating, and the food is outstanding. We ordered the margherita pizza with bufalo mozzarella to share and then I had the cacio e pepe and she got the pasta carbonara. You can taste the quality in all of the dishes! I think the pizza was my favorite of the night, with high quality ingredients, a fresh taste, and a light and crispy crust. Next time you're in Rome, definitely make a reservation ahead of time for this authentic italian gem! read more

Emma Pizzeria - Cacio e pepe - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

See all

This is a Cute large place with good food and friendly service. The pizza was great and the waitress was helpful and efficient. They had drinks available as well. We would come back again when in Rome. read more

Emma is a solid 4.5 stars. The pizzas are thin, crispy, and delicious. The cheese is freshly shredded, and the sauce is well balanced between sweet and savory. Emma has a nice craft beer list, so you can order a brew to pair with your pizza. The restaurant has plenty of seating and is deceptively large. The service was quick and friendly. read more

Emma Pizzeria - Chorizo Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

See all

Best margarita pizza I've ever had and it's not even close. Cooked perfectly and the quality of the ingredients (simple as they are) were top notch. read more

See all

The finest pizza I ever ate. I am serious. Aged mozzarella and aged hame with a drizzle of olive oil. It was perfection. I was pleasantly surprised. read more

Pizza Perfection Eat the pizza! We listened and found a fantastic place in Emma, beloved by locals and tourists alike With an extensive menu featuring white pizzas, red pizzas, buffalo mozzarella pizzas, and a selection of special pizzas probably unlike any you've had before (one with no cheese at all...is that still pizza?) We sampled one pasta (cacio e Pepe again!) and two pizzas as well as a heavenly charcuterie platter Margarita Bufala €10 / Napoli e Cantobrico €17 / Selection of Italian Salami €18 / Cacio e Pepe €15 Emma Pizzeria (Rome, Italy) Seating is indoor only and reservations are recommended. Credit cards are accepted including AmEx. read more

See all

This was our favorite food we had in Rome when we visited for a week. The restaurant is very big on the inside and they are busy with locals which tells you all you need to know! We were seated and ordered a glass of wine and some pizzas within a few minutes. The food and wine was out in about 15-20 minutes. Wow the pizzas here are next level. They are not greasy like our American junk and they are thin crust oven baked. I had the Bufala e Prosciutto which was basically ridiculously fresh prosciutto piled on top of delicious Bufala cheese. It was hard to cut, but this actually helped enjoy all the flavor the pizza was packed with. We will miss our time in Rome enjoying the best pizza in the world, but Emmas was a great highlight to end on for us! read more

Emma Pizzeria - Bufala e prosciutto pizza - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

See all

Enjoyed this spot! They had great pizzas and appetizers. The Aperol spritz's was made to perfection! Service here was excellent and they have indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Emma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

Came here in the afternoon no reservation and waited about 10 minutes to be seated. To be fair it is a popular restaurant and it got really busy after we were seated. Food is really tasty I would say neck and neck with Da Enzo 29. The flavors were good and well seasoned, all of the dishes were really flavorful and one of the better meals we've had in Italy. read more

See all

Came for lunch on a Monday and was seated inside downstairs. It was a bit hot inside. It wasn't full when I arrived but quickly filled up past the prime Italian lunch time. Looked like an international crowd. I started with a spritz. It was very big. Then the fried zucchini flowers with anchovies which came two to an order. The zucchini flower was delicious. It had a lot of flavor, not too much anchovy, and lots of cheese. I only ate one to save room for my next course. Then I had the margherita red cow pizza and chicory side dish. The pizza was incredible. The extra 3€ red cow was worth it and you could taste it. The chicory was a little boring. It needed salt and there was none on the table. I asked for it not spicy and maybe that's why it was meh. But I was also full by then so I wasn't concerned. I finished with an espresso and they brought some biscotti. The atmosphere was the most disappointing. There seemed to be nice music but the volume was way too low. All I heard were kids at the table behind me, silverware clanking constantly from the kitchen, and a low chatter. Light in is bright due to the roof/ceiling being glass. read more

See all

Ridiculous flavors from the 48 month aged Ham and buffalo mozzarella pizza! The bruschetta was amazing as well. Can't forget the one of a kind Tiramisu. Best pizza I ever had! Sevice and the atmosphere were A1. 4.1 rating is low in my opinion. read more

Emma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

The pizzas were delicious, especially the 4 cheese and the Capri Focaccia. Our server, Sami, was exceptional and went out of his way to make sure that we were comfortable and satisfied. The inside of the restaurant was very nice and had a lot of art. read more

I, and two of my friends, came here on a Friday night with no reservations and were seated outside immediately. It's easily observable that the restaurant does well and can get busy because as soon as we were seated, maybe 20 minutes later, a small line began to form in the front. it did not take long for them to be seated, but that just goes to show the popularity of this place. the pasta here was great and i thoroughly enjoyed it, as well as the in-season fruit they serve. it was a nice and relaxing spot to dine at, fairly priced and the staff was friendly. i would definitely come back! read more

Emma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

See all

Very nice experience overall. A VERY popular place. Nicely appointed, comfortable. Outstanding service. Wines (glasses): excellent Valpolicella and Pinot Grigio. Starter: fried zucchini flowers stuffed with fresh mozzarella. Good, but just a tiny bit messy if not careful. Pizza: One by of the "special" Margarita pizzas, with tomato sauce and buffalo mozzarella. Very good very thin crust. I cannot say that it was memorably good. Dessert--the amazingly good tiramisu. Like no other. read more

Cute spot but I would go somewhere else for pizza. We coincidentally came right when it opened so the two of us were able to be seated outside, but larger parties could only sit outside with a reservation. The pizza was okay. It was very oily and only had one piece of basil. read more

Emma Pizzeria - Margherita di Bufala - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

Great food- especially the pizza. Best we had in Rome. Not cheap but worth the visit. Nice atmosphere with good air conditioning, definitely catering to tourists. read more

Emma was recommended to us by our hotel. We went on our last night in Rome and had a phenomenal dinner. We didn't have a reservation but they sat us quickly. Service was incredible, food was amazing. They even threw in a free dessert. Such kind staff and delicious food. Highly recommend! read more

This place is amazing. Champagne, apps, salads, service, pizza, ambiance, pasta... it's all so great. Highly recommend.

Our food tour guide recommended this place so we knew it wasn't a tourist trap. This pizzeria prefers reservations but kindly accommodated my family without one! I ordered the margherita pizza with mushrooms and it was phenomenal! Crust was very thin and crispy, just the way I like it. The outdoor seating was very nice. It is a somewhat hidden restaurant and you could tell the locals eat there. read more

Emma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

Best pizza ever, anywhere! Had a vegetarian carbonara which was amazing! Everything here was phenomenal!

Amazing variety of pizzas served in much needed AC on a 100 degree day. I had a custom made red sopresetta pizza with chili flakes but the menu had dozens of choices. Would def come back read more

we (party of 3) went on a friday night without reservations and, although it was busy, we did not have to wait! ample tented outdoor seating. friendly staff. the fettuccina and tomato was the first dish of pasta i've had in italy that gave me that "aha" moment. the pasta was so fresh, unlike anything i've had before! the chorizo pizza was bursting with flavor! we also got the prosciutto and mozzarella calzone which was so good i forgot to take a picture before it was gone! read more

Emma Pizzeria - fettuccina and tomato - Pizza Near Me - Rome, RM

See all

Love it! Their wine collection is great.. and much cheaper than in the US. Pizzas guaranteed to be good. We had great experience there! read more

See all

Yummy Roman style pizzas and decent salad and chicory and meatball sides. The service was fast and friendly. The ambiance was bustling with tourists like us. Doesn't feel like you're eating Italian pizza when there are no Italians around, but we were satisfied with the food. read more

Pizzas were amazing but the meatballs were alright. The service was pretty bad. The waiter started taking our order and in the middle of me ordering she started a conversation with another member of staff. We didn't have a reservation so they told us we only had 90 minutes but we're pushing us out with 20 minutes left. Food was 8/10 service was 6/10. If you don't have a reservation make sure to get there right at opening read more