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I'm from Rome, and these 7 restaurants near the Colosseum are where I eat to avoid tourist traps

Asia London PalombaMar 18, 2023, 15:42 IST

The author is a native Roman who moved to the US at 18.Asia London Palomba/Insider

  • I've eaten at countless restaurants throughout Rome, including near landmarks like the Colosseum.
  • While some restaurants can be tourist traps, as a local, I know authentic options nearby.
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Growing up in Rome as the daughter of a restaurant owner, I got to know where to eat in the busiest neighborhoods.

The author at the Colosseum.Asia London Palomba/Insider

La Taverna Cestia has been my family's go-to restaurant for classic Roman dishes for over 30 years.

Fried artichokes (L) and the restaurant's outdoor seating with the Porta San Paolo in the background (R).Asia London Palomba/Insider
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For one of the best versions of carbonara I've tried, I go to Osteria da Fortunata, near a popular square called Campo de'Fiori.

A plate of carbonara, one of the author's favorite dishes.Asia London Palomba/Insider

Cul de Sac has over 1,500 wines and is my favorite spot for a casual tagliere, or Italian-style charcuterie board.

Cul de Sac is the author's favorite spot in the city for an Italian charcuterie board.Asia London Palomba/Insider
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Pizzeria Remo a Testaccio is popular among locals like me for Roman-style pizza, and there's often a long line to get inside.

The pizzeria only makes Roman-style pizzas, a few sides, and fried appetizers.Asia London Palomba/Insider

Old-school Taverna Romana in the hipster neighborhood of Monti is a recent discovery of mine.

The author is a big fan of the restaurant's amatriciana.Asia London Palomba/Insider
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For what I consider the Holy Trinity of pastas at a budget-friendly price, I head to Flavio al Velavevodetto.

The author considers the restaurant to be one of the more affordable options for Roman food in the city.Asia London Palomba/Insider

For small bites, I go to Osteria delle Coppelle, which has charming outdoor seating.

The author has only ever eaten outside in the restaurant's square that has a daily fruit and vegetable market.Asia London Palomba/Insider
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