Where to eat the best sandwiches in Rome
Looking for the best sandwiches in Rome? Despite not being the most popular food that comes to mind, in a country famous for its cuisine, Italian sandwiches are not to be underestimated.
With world famous ingredients, such as Genovese pesto, cheese and cured meats, combined with traditonal bread making tecniques, sandwiches in Italy offer an exquosite culinary experience.
So if you’re looking for a quick lunchtime snack in between sightseeing, or just fancy a change from pasta or pizza, here are the places to go for the best sandwiches in Rome, to satisfy all tastes.
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Contents
Best sandwiches near the Vatican
Best sandwiches near the Colosseum
Best sandwiches near the Pantheon
Best sandwiches near the Spanish Steps
Best sandwiches near the Trevi Fountain
Best sandwiches near Piazza Navona
Best sandwiches near the Vatican
La Nicchia Cafe
La Nicchia Café is a locally loved, healthy eating restaurant, located in the residential neighborhood of Prati, close to the Vatican Museums entrance.
The menu features a variety of gourmet sandwiches, made with soft, fluffy bread, filled with freshly sourced, local and organic ingredients.
Other highlights on the menu include fresh salads, wraps, bowls and fruit juices, with plenty of options for vegans and gluten-free.
Try an avocado toast while you’re there also.
Address: Via Cipro 4 L
Phone: +39 333 399 7270
Hours: Mon – Sat 08:00 – 22:00
200 gradi
200 gradi offer over 100 different variations of sandwich, filled with authentic flavors. Alternatively create your own sandwich by picking your fillings at the counter; either way you’re guaranteed one of the best sandwiches in Rome.
You can choose between white or 5 cereals bread, with vegan, gluten free and halal options.
They also have a really great dessert panini with Nutella and pistachio for those people with a sweet tooth.
It can become very popular with locals and tourists, so be prepared to wait a bit during peak times.
Address: Piazza del Risorgimento, 3
Phone: +39 06 3975 4239
Hours: Mon – Sun 11:00 – 03:00
Best sandwiches near the Colosseum
Zia Rosetta
Zia Rosetta is a small healthy eating restaurant in the neighborhood of Monti, offering an exceptional Rome sandwich experience. The sandwiches are made with rosetta bread, which is a Roman bread roll made in the shape of a rose.
The sandwiches come in two different sizes, filled with an array of gourmet ingredients, with plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans.
Instead of ordering a large sandwich, order 2 or 3 smaller ones to taste a variety of different flavors.
As well as sandwiches, the menu offers creative salads, cold plates and fresh fruit juices.
Address: Via Urbana, 54
Phone: +39 06 4554 6135
Hours: Thu – Sun 11:00 – 15:30, 19:00 – 21:30, Mon – Wed 11:00 – 15:30
Pane e Vino
Pane & Vino is a locally loved sandwich shop located near to the Colosseum. The owner Fabio is friendly, entertaining and English speaking. As well as meat and vegetarian sandwiches, he also offers various gluten-free and vegan options.
Address: Via Ostilia 10
Phone: +39 06 700 8743
Hours: 9:30 a.m – 11:00 p.m. (Monday closes at 4:00 p.m)
Best sandwiches in Trastevere
Trapizzino
Trapizzino is the innovative Roman street food, created in 2009 by pizza chef Stefano Callegari. “Trapizzino” is a play on the words pizza and Tramezzino (an Italian sandwich served on white bread)
The thick triangular-shaped soft pizza bread, is filled with slow-cooked gourmet ingredients, such as chicken cacciatore, meatballs, oxtail, eggplant Parmigiana, Roman artichokes and burrata with anchovies. For sure the most instagrammable sandwich in Rome.
Try the suppli on offer, with options including original, pumpkin and courgette flowers.
There is a good selection of craft beers and fine wine to choice from.
There are 3 Trapizzino venues in Rome; Trastevere, Testaccio and Mercato Centrale (Termini station)
Address: Piazza Trilussa, 46
Phone: +39 06 581 7312
Hours: Mon – Sun 12:00 – 00:00
Best sandwiches near the Pantheon
Antica Salumeria
Antica salumeria is the oldest gourmet food shop in Rome, dating back to 1375, located next to the Pantheon in Piazza Rotonda.
Pop in for their crispy porchetta sandwich, which is seasoned with garlic, black pepper and rosemary. The pork sandwich is a famous street food from the nearby town of Ariccia in the Castelli Romani.
There is also a huge selection of cheeses, cured meats, aged balsamic vinegars, olive oils and other savory snacks on offer.
Locals often swing by in the evening, for a meat and cheese platter, with a good wine selection to choose from.
Address: Piazza della Rotonda, 4 (PANTHEON)
Phone: +39 06 0190 6857
Hours: Mon-Sat 08:30– 00:00
Best sandwhiches near the Spanish Steps
La Sandwicheria
La Sandwicheria located a few block from the Spanish Steps, offers around 30 different sandwich combinations, filled with simple ingredients and bursting with flavor.
Most sandwiches cost around 6 euros, making it a great and affordable place to eat in the historical center of Rome, for a quick lunch. A popular choice is the Try the one with truffles and ricotta. There is also a range of beer and wine to choose from.
Tip – take your sandwich and enjoy it in Piazza Mignanelli.
Address: Via del Nazareno, 16/17
Phone: +39 06 6979 7805
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00– 15:00
Best sandwiches near the Trevi Fountain
Prosciutteria Cantina dei Papi Trevi
A great place to pop into for gourmet sandwiches, bruschetta and meat and cheese platters, located in between the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. There is also a good selection of local wine and craft beer.
Expect friendly service, delicious flavors and honest prices making this an ideal place not only for sandwiches but also for a lunch stop. It’s also one of the highest listed places to eat in Rome on Tripadvisor.
Address: Via della Panetteria, 34A
Phone: +39 06 474 1578
Hours: Mon – Sun 11:30 – 00:00
Best sandwiches near Piazza Navona
Baguetteria del Fico
La Baguetteria del Fico, located close to Piazza Navona offer some best sarnies in the capital, serving baguettes filled with an array of delicious fillings.
As well as sandwiches you also have bruschetta and charcuterie boards available, as well as over 100 types of beer.
Owners Flavio and Marco, are welcoming, friendly and English speaking.
Address: Via della Fossa, 12
Phone: +39 06 9604 5541
Hours: Mon-Sun 12:00–23:00
Best sandwiches in Testaccio
Mordi e Vai
Mordi e Vai located at box no 15 in the Testaccio market, offers sandwiches made with soft, frsh white rolls, filled with Roman style recipes, such as oxtail, tripe, veal with artichokes, sausages and broccoli and their best seller pulled beef.
Prices are very reasonable, with most of the sandwiches costing between 4€ to €6. The owner, Sergio Esposito, is very friendly and fun.
Choose one of the beers to quench your thirst, or hea over to Zoe (box 59) for a fresh fruit juice.
Address: Via Beniamino Franklin, 12/E (Testaccio Market)
Phone: +39 339 134 3344
Hours: Mon-Sat 08:00–15:00
Volpetti
Volpetti is a popular gourmet food store, located in the Testaccio neighborhood. The Volpetti brothers and their team offer cured meats, cheeses and specialty items. Try their truffle salami!
They make delicious sandwiches, which you can take away and enjoy in the Piazza Testaccio, a small square close to the shop.
A popular sandwich choice is the buffalo mozzarella, prosciutto, genovese pesto and roasted cherry tomatoes,
Address: Via Marmorata 47
Phone: +39 375 513 0898
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00–14:00, 16:00-20:00, Sat 09:-20:00
Conclusion
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