Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Rome

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Ristorante Agrodolce Roma

4.7

4.7 (379)

€30 and under

Italian

Colonna

About the restaurant

Agrodolce is a Roman cuisine restaurant located in 59 steps from the Trevi Fountain. Vintage plates, elegant decor, homemade pasta and the best suppliers in town that respect slow food philosophy and are located in 0 km, all these components allow us to keep a high standard of food and be one of the best restaurants in Rome.

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Phil

Dined 7 days ago

The food was really lovely, great atmosphere, great service, a lovely meal which was great value.

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Spaghetti alla carbonara

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Tagliolini cacio e pepe

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Tiramisù

Giano Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (407)

€31 to €50

Italian

Ludovisi

About the restaurant

Fusing Sicilian cuisine with Roman culture, Giano Restaurant adds the language of cooking to W Rome's boundary-pushing. Concocting crowd-pleasing dishes for the table, with his "Cucina Educata" Head Chef Ciccio Sultano shakes up the city's foodie scene.

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Harmonie

Dined on Apr 16, 2025

Delicious food in a lovely atmosphere. Service was impeccable, friendly but not overbearing. Excellent fish, lovely wine appropriately chosen by our waiter.

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4.6

4.6 (77)

€51 and over

Italian

Ludovisi

About the restaurant

Anima celebrates the soul of Italian dining with bold flavors inspired by Rome and Naples, curated by the Chef Antonio Gentile and crafted from seasonal, high-quality ingredients.
Combining timeless tradition with modern creativity, it offers an elegant space, an high attentive service and and a charming courtyard for outdoor dining, a lush oasis with over 400 flourishing plants, for guests to connect, savor and indulge.

By merging the timeless appeal of the Italian lifestyle with modern sensibilities and an atmosphere filled with charm and elegance, "La Dolce Vita" becomes more than a meal—it’s an experience to be savored, where each moment captures the spirit of living beautifully, passionately, and with joy.

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Michael

Dined 7 days ago

We did not have a reservation on a busy Friday holiday, but the manager seated us within 15 minutes. Grazie

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CENA A QUATTRO MANI | ACHILLI AL PARLAMENTO |

EMME Ristorante

4.6

4.6 (74)

€31 to €50

Italian

Campo Marzio

About the restaurant

***Air Conditioning & Outside Garden***

Thank you for choosing Emme.
Emme is an authentic Roman Restaurant, The location is absolutely magic and the outdoor garden an icon of what the courtyards of Via Margutta are. Our dishes feature seasonal local ingredients with creative pairings. Emme is the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine after a long flight or a day of shopping and sightseeing in Rome. Amatriciana, Cacio e Pepe, Carbonara, fresh home made pasta filled. A menù full of delicious meat and fish, fresh vegetables. All our deserts are home made, among which our special traditional tiramisù.
Looking forward to welcoming you.

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Alex

Dined on Mar 17, 2025

Beautiful restaurant, lovely ambience and the food was really great too.

Art Cibò Ristorante dai Pupi

4.6

4.6 (10)

€31 to €50

Italian

Campo Marzio

About the restaurant

A unique restaurant in Rome where you can taste Sicilian and Roman specialties.
Here you will always find special dishes with authentic and genuine flavours of Italian Cuisine
The fish specialties are cooked every day with fresh fish from the daily catch.
The most iconic dishes are:
The grand plateau of fresh raw fish or the spaghetti with fresh big lobster or with Sicilian red prawn tartare. As a second course, the baked catch of the day with courgette cream and red onion.
And then finally the fabulous Sicilian Desserts known throughout the world (cannolo,cassata etc)
We stay near Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Fontana di Trevi, Vaticano and the most important monuments.
We were selected by Tripadvisor with "Traveller's Best Choice" award which placed us among the best restaurants in the world
Patrizia & Elio (the owners) and the staff are ready to welcome you and to make an experience with good food, good wine and best table service

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MartinVIP

Dined 5 days ago

While exploring Rome with my son, we were on the hunt for a memorable dinner spot and we found exactly that. This cozy, welcoming restaurant, run by a wonderful couple originally from Sicily completely blew us away. The carbonara and Cacio e pepe were out of this world perfectly creamy, rich, and full of flavor without being heavy. You can tell they use top quality ingredients and make everything with care. The sword fish was incredibly fresh and cooked just right, and the braciole was tender and pack with that deep, comforting flavor you hope for I traditional dishes. The atmosphere was warm and personal, like being welcomed into someone’a home. You can feel the pride and passion the owners put into every detail from the food to the conversation. It was easily one of the best meals we had in Rome and an experience we’ll both remember. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an American friendly restaurant with authentic Italian cooking with a touch of that Sicilian soul!

Avenida Calò

4.6

4.6 (18)

€30 and under

Italian

Trevi

About the restaurant

In the heart of the eternal city, where the streets resonate with ancient stories and new adventures to discover, Avenida Calò Enopizzeria. Avenida Calò Enopizzeria is an unforgettable journey between tradition and innovation, guided by the vision of Francesco Calò. Each pizza, made with its unique blend of flours and excellent ingredients, tells the story and warmth of Naples. In an intimate and welcoming atmosphere, the smell of freshly baked pizza, laughter and the clinking of glasses celebrate the dolce vita. Here, every bite is an authentic experience and every sip whispers the stories of a gastronomic heritage that evolves, keeping its roots firm. Under the guidance of Francesco Calò, culinary dreams come to life, leaving an indelible mark on all those who walk on our road of taste, who enter our world. We look forward to seeing you soon at Avenida Calò Enopizzeria.

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Ramona

Dined on Mar 29, 2025

Absolutely phenomenal! From the moment I walked in, I knew I was in for something special. The pizza was nothing short of perfection—crispy crust, rich sauce, and toppings that tasted incredibly fresh. Every bite was a burst of flavor, and I was left completely speechless. The rest of the food was just as amazing, and the service was top-notch. You can tell they put love and passion into every dish. This is hands down the best pizza restaurant I’ve ever been to. If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience, this is the place to be! 10/10, highly recommend!

Hard Rock Cafe - Rome

4.5

4.5 (1507)

€30 and under

American

Sallustiano

About the restaurant

Placed in the middle of the elegant street of the Roman “Dolce Vita”, Hard Rock Cafe Rome is an exclusive location for authentic experiences filled with energy and great vibes. Do Like the Romans Do! While dining at our world-class fine restaurant, you'll find not just amazing meals to fit every appetite, but also wide windows on the Roman world. Hard Rock Cafe Rome is the ultimate spot for people watching, a quintessential part of Roman culture. So when in Rome, whether improving your wardrobe or seeking out la dolce vita, visit the Hard Rock Cafe Rome for everything an emperor would desire. The location is also a true music history museum thanks to the original memorabilia on display all around the venue. It is possible to admire a classic dress by David Bowie, a Fender telecaster guitar signed by Bruce Springsteen, the grey trench from John Lennon during his hyper-political period in the ’70s and an amazing patchwork suit worn by Jimi Hendrix during the Isle of Wight festival.

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Mara

Dined 5 days ago

as always a wonderful experience. I ordered a cobb salad with chicken: really excellent and rich. For the children two menus with the hot dog and the sheet and colored crayons to play. A pleasant lunch pampered and supported. thank you!

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Breakfast

Oro Bistrot Ristorante

4.5

4.5 (332)

€51 and over

Italian

Monti

About the restaurant

The lunch service is organized on the rooftop.
The dinner service is inside the Hotel, on the groundfloor, at our internal Restaurant.

Our staff will guide you through a complete journey, turning your dream into reality.

Looking forward to welcoming you,

Oro Bistrot Staff.

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brian

Dined on Apr 22, 2025

Food, staff, vibe and views were excellent. A definite must when visiting Roma.

Vico Pizza & Wine - Roma

4.4

4.4 (125)

€31 to €50

Pizzeria

Colonna

About the restaurant

VICO non è solo una pizzeria, ma un’esperienza di gusto e divertimento! Dopo le deliziose pizze di Enzo Coccia, il locale offre ottimi drink e musica in un’atmosfera elegante e coinvolgente, il tutto per offrirvi una serata indimenticabile.
VICO sorge nel cuore di Roma, in un contesto dove arte e bellezza sono indiscusse protagoniste. La storia e la modernità in un circolo virtuoso, in cui il cibo diventa lo strumento attraverso cui sublimare emozioni.
Nella parola VICO sono racchiuse le iniziali del suo nome: Vincenzo Coccia, uno dei massimi esponenti del mondo della pizza. Un pizzajuolo con una maniacale attenzione verso le procedure di impasto, tra i primi che ha proposto l’abbinamento pizza e vino.
Allora...CHE CE STA MEJ DE NA PIZZ?

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Konstantins

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Best pizza diavolo with ndju! Great negroni and limone cake! Bellisiomo!

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Margherita Dop

Caffè Doria

4.2

4.2 (162)

€31 to €50

Italian

Pigna

About the restaurant

Un Bistrot & Cocktail Bar in perfetta armonia tra contemporaneità e classicismo all'interno dello storico Palazzo Doria Pamphilj in Via del Corso.

La cucina del Bistrot, sempre fedele al concetto di “Comfort Food” dello Chef Massimiliano Mazzotta, viaggia in perfetto equilibrio e sintesi tra tradizione ed innovazione, con proposte che spaziano dalla prima colazione al pranzo fino all'aperitivo.

Un prezioso ed accogliente salotto nel centro storico di Roma, ma anche uno splendido giardino segreto all'interno del Chiostro del Bramante dove godere di un'atmosfera unica nella raffinata e suggestiva cornice della Galleria Doria Pamphilj.

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Anthi

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

Very peaceful and relaxing environment. Beautiful scenery. Polite service.

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