09/15/2026
These are Rome’s most iconic dishes and absolute must-tries for anyone visiting! 🇮🇹
That said, since I’m vegetarian, most of these aren’t on my plate—but Rome is still incredible for plant-based eaters. If you don’t eat meat, skip the guanciale and look out for these instead:
Carciofi alla Giudia or alla Romana (crispy or braised Roman artichokes)
Pasta e Ceci (creamy chickpea and pasta stew)
Fiori di Zucca (fried pumpkin blossoms stuffed with mozzarella—just request senza alici / no anchovies!)
Cacio e Pepe (a classic meat-free Roman staple, though check for animal rennet if you’re strict)
SupplĂ cacio e pepe (crispy fried rice croquettes without the meat ragĂą)
Have you tried any of these, or do you have a favorite Roman dish?
