Flower Burger

I came here twice when I was in Rome in 2024 and I liked the mushroom sausage pasta but not the…read morecarbonara or bacon ("speck") pizza. I came back again and got the mushroom sausage pasta again. There was a hair in the bottom of the pan, though!

We came to Buddy's for our first dinner in Roma. My partner is vegan so we were happy to come find…read morethis restaurant. We had made reservations earlier in the day for the same night, but it didn't seem too busy either way. We looked at the menu via QR code scanning before the waiter came to take our orders. We ordered a focaccia to share. I got the carbonara and my partner got a truffle cream based pasta that I can't remember the name of. All items were vegan. As a non-vegan, I was very impressed by all the dishes! The sauce for the carbonara mimicked the creaminess and cheesiness. I wasn't the biggest fan of the "bacon" / "guanciale" - it was a bit too squishy and needed to be crisped up a bit more but that's a personal preference. Pay inside when you are done by informing the staff of your table number. This was one of our top 5 favorite places on a two week trip in Italy.

Restaurant (inside)

Tiramisu

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Origano Trevi

3.9(90 reviews)

1.8 km•Centro Storico

Got hungry after visiting the Trevi Fountain? This place is just a stone throw away from the hustle…read moreand bustle. It's a small entrance down a cobblestone street but the outside is deceiving. Inside there's a bakery with all sorts of treats, and behind that, the restaurant opens up into a large dining area with big brick arches. It looks grand but is very casual. All the staff are super friendly and speak English. We tried a margherita pizza with mushrooms and prosciutto, tonnarlli cacio e Pepe with artichokes, and carbonara. Both pastas were fantastic with cheesy and creamy with a hint of spice from pepper. The pizza was awesome. If you enjoy thin crust or are carb sensitive this is for you. For dessert we tried maritozzo, basically a cream filled baguette which wasn't my favorite.

A cute little restaurant close to several tourist attractions with lots of vegetarian and vegan…read moreoptions! Service is friendly and quick here; our server spoke English, which was helpful. Overall, the food was quite good here and they had decent sized portions. Our favorite dish there was an artichoke carpaccio which came with shavings of pecorino, olive oil, arugula, and lemon juice -- surprisingly good! Pasta was thick and chewy, so it was quite filling, and it came with plenty of sauce. They have a decent selection of coffee, beer, and wine as well. The space is nicely decorated so it's fine if you're looking for something casual or for something a little nicer as well.

Inside the restaurant

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Inside the restaurant, was nice and cool!

Écru

4.8(10 reviews)

0.9 km•Centro Storico

Lovely atmosphere - tons of natural light, and the windows and doors framed with little plants…read more They serve kombucha, almond milk cappuccinos, and raw chocolates and desserts in addition to juice, smoothies, salads, raw (vegetable) pasta, and raw sushi.

Pros: imaginative expansive menu amazing flavors vegan balls with tzastki and salad wow vegan…read moresushi rolls double wow (my favorite) taco (Brits fav) on raw tortilla with cream and hot sauce carrot 'cake' and dense brownie oh my goodness such a great vegan options galore Cons: seed/nuts based hoping for more plants in our dishes felt heavy misses include curry sandwich on raw bread nothing special can get pricey sushi was the price of a meal at 5 pieces of vegan sushi without rice steep on price Second most expensive meal of our entire trip (Venice Florence Rome)

Vegan ball entree and curry cream sandwich on raw bread. Sandwich was a miss vegan salad amaze balls

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Vega Food

4.7(27 reviews)

1.1 km•Centro Storico

Vega was a great surprise find that serves truly authentic vegetarian (and vegan) Indian food made…read morehome style, which I've really never found anywhere outside India. That alone makes it a great visit even if you're not veg! We are a picky family and rarely eat Indian food in restaurants because it's never authentic and rarely healthy - too much cream, oil and odd spices. And the kids loved the food too.

LOVED the food and the prices were better than anywhere else in the area. The service was amazing…read moreand the food was freshly made. LOVE that there were SO many vegan desserts!!!!!!! Our whole family was very pleased with the food.

Drink menu

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Hummus with vegetables, mixed fruit juice

La Casa del Tazza d'Oro

4.5(373 reviews)

1.6 km•Centro Storico

We were near this cafe and ordered a cappuccino and latte. Then we realized we had to try the…read moreMaritozzi and the bread was sweet and the whipped cream was not. Great balance together. Standing around the bar to drink the coffee and eat your pastry is the common practice.

Latte was good, 8/10. Not overall bitter or sweet. Croissant…read more6/10 and tiramisu 6.8/10 were okay. Nothing quite special about either. The croissant was also cold. It would have been better warm. The tiramisu wasn't bad just tasted like the standard in Rome.

The amazing variety of coffee and cannoli

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Entrance

Origano Campo de' Fiori

4.3(63 reviews)

1.6 km•Centro Storico

Pizza was fantastic! The gorgonzola pizza with four cheeses was the star for us, such a perfect…read morebalance of the bite without being overwhelming.

A restaurant featuring very vegan friendly versions of Roman cuisine…read more Vegan friendly is not that common in Rome. They offer carnivorous versions as well for the people who are not thrilled about the prospects of soy cheese and tofu. My non-dairy-eating wife marveled at the huge selection of offerings she could have. She never could have gotten these Italian offerings at most other trattorias. * * * The actual pizza she got was no great thrills. She had not found El Dorado. But she had found lunch. There had been choice on the menu. * * * i ordered Gnocchi Sorrentina in a meat version. It would have been no better and no worse in a vegan version. Each individual gnocchi was like bubble gum. I chewed and I chewed and I chewed and I chewed. The sauce did not make endless chewing a gastronomic delight. * * * I would have gotten out of Origano like a bat out of hell. My wife strolled out of Origano like a fire elemental leaving hell. For her, the flames were not all that interesting. But they were not unpleasant either.

Gorgonzola pizza

Spaghetti alla Carbonara Vegani - Vegan Carbonara

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Alle Fratte di Trastevere

4.5(145 reviews)

2.4 km•Trastevere

Love this place! Came two years ago, same waiter let us have a glass of wine outside before kitchen…read moreopened both times. So chill! Every time the food has been great! Veal, ox tail, cacio e pepe. Service has been amazing and dessert tiramisu so tasty. In Rome give this place a try!!

One of the best trattorias in Trastevere Great ambiance and…read moreservice. I had an excelente pasta a la amatriciana and my friend Steak. Perfect for Justo seeing just enjoying a perfect Roman lunch. The real thing.

Amatriciana rigatoni

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Pane e Salame

4.9(371 reviews)

1.8 km•Centro Storico

This place was so incredible, we went TWICE during our 3 day stay in Rome!…read more We had tried the other "super famous" Italian sandwich spot earlier in our trip and it did NOT deliver. Pane e Salame, however, was delicious!!!! On our first day in Rome, my husband and I decided to search for a lunch spot nearby (we were staying near the Trevi fountain), and I found this place had pretty good reviews. We got there about an hour after it opened and requested a seat outdoors. They have a tiny patio across from their entrance, but they fit quite a bit of people in it! We initially wanted to order two sandwiches to try more items, but I'm glad we just shared one - they were big and filling! We also had the small charcuterie board to share which was plenty of food for us both. We shared a bottle of rose, and all in all, we paid under $50 (usd) - what a steal! This was the perfect first meal in Rome. The food was incredibly fresh, the service was great, and the outdoor seating allowed us to experience the streets of Rome. 10/10 - would absolutely go back.

I love this place! My family and I got multiple sandwiches and shared them all. We got a big…read moreplatter of food that was big enough to feed 10 people! Our sandwiches were cut in half and one half was big enough to make the average person full. We got five sandwiches for only about €30! The place was not a tourist trap, but i have to say, the seats at the booth were uncomfortable to me, and the place was a bit small. Sorry i do not have photos. But overall, I would recommend to go here. Amo questo posto! Io e la mia famiglia abbiamo preso diversi panini e li abbiamo condivisi tutti. Abbiamo preso un grande piatto di cibo che era abbastanza grande da sfamare 10 persone! I nostri panini erano tagliati a metà e una metà era sufficiente per saziare una persona media. Abbiamo preso cinque panini per solo circa 30€! Il posto non era una trappola per turisti, ma devo dire che i sedili nel booth (il tavolo con divanetti) erano scomodi per me, e il locale era un po' piccolo. Scusate se non ho foto. Ma nel complesso, lo consiglierei di andarci.

Small mixed ham board

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Aperol Spritz

1870 Hosteria del Mercato

4.1(24 reviews)

1.5 km•Centro Storico

Centrally located on Piazza Campo de' Fiori, this modern‑rustic spot combines the vibe of a trendy…read moreNew‑York‑style eatery with the charm of a Roman cantina . Inside and outdoor seating face the bustling piazza perfect for people‑watching at lunch . Think fresh pasta (don't miss the amatriciana or cacio e pepe), appealing starters, and warm service, especially accommodating for gluten‑free diners. It's a touch more expensive and can get lively, but it excels at delivering quality in a scenic spot. Perfect for a midday break with good food, a glass of wine, and the buzz of Rome's historic square. Don't forget to tell them Flavia sent you!

I absolutely love this place. The food is fantastic, as are the drinks. The place has a great vibe…read moreto it. And for those of you who think Antico Forno has the best cornettos (croissants) - wrong! This place has the best. So, for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or just taking time out, do yourself a favor and come here. You will not regret it.

Outdoor seating area

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Outdoor seating area

Grano Frutta e Farina

4.5(122 reviews)

1.4 km•Centro Storico

Pizza was okay, I've had better. Tried the prosciutto and garlic one since the server recommended…read moreit. They sell pizza by the pound -- I just wanted a small piece but the slices are huge, so ended up getting a big one lol. The real selling point is the location and atmosphere -- Mostly outdoor seating, not much room inside. There's a little bakery in the back with homemade stuff, which was pretty cool. Restroom's in the basement and you have to go down some steep stairs to get to it.

Not worth it, overpriced. Pretty much eating colored decorated breadsticks. Bird flew in and…read moregrabbed dried fruit and left. Absolute scam. Was empty when I went in, that should have been a sign. Every restaurant around was full. When I order the server had a bad attitude worst service in Rome. Avoid this place at all costs.