Best Elegant & Chic Restaurants in Centro Storico

Divinity Restaurant & Lounge Bar is an exclusive corner that offers a 360-degree experience, surrounded by an impressive panorama with the typical Roman rooftops of ancient buildings and historic churches, where the iconic domes of Sant’Eustachio, Sant’Ivo alla Sapienza and the Pantheon will leave you breathless. A refined place where you can take in the beauty of the Roman sunset in an elegant and welcoming atmosphere.

Zuma Rome is located in the iconic Palazzo Fendi, covering two entire floors. Dine in the restaurant or beautiful roof terrace for views overlooking the “eternal city”. Zuma offers unique spaces perfect for any event. Our beautiful private dining rooms are the perfect location to host a corporate or social luncheon, brunch, cocktail reception, or dinner. Featuring modern Japanese cuisine that is authentic but not traditional. The menu showcases a variety of dishes from its three kitchens: the main kitchen, the sushi counter and the robata grill.

A family history made up of traditions and a love for fish. From the historic restaurant in Formia eleven years ago, Stefano headed towards Rome, first to Piazza Barberini, then to Porta Pia, to bring the sea to the city. Knowing him for the catch that arrives daily from the family fish market on the Pontine coast has made the Chinappi restaurant one of the capital's reference points for "good fish". The fish of the Chinappi restaurant comes from the uncontaminated sea of the southern Lazio coast, directly from the Pescheria family. Stefano buys fish every day from the Formia (LT) auction. The freshness and quality are guaranteed by a typical family passion for the fish product and our sea.

One of the most appreciated features of the Mirabelle Restaurant is that it offers one of the most spectacular roof gardens in Rome. A gourmet terrace with a view that starts from Villa Medici and Trinità dei Monti and reaches San Pietro and the Gianicolo. An unsurpassed welcome and refined cuisine frame this wonderful glimpse.

Situated on the top floor of the Hotel Forum, The Roof Garden Restaurant overlooks the Imperial Forums, directly in front of the Forum of Nerva. The award-winning panoramic restaurant in Rome offers stunning views that stretch from Piazza Venezia with the King Victor Emanuel Monument, across the Imperial Forums to the Basilica of Maxentius and the Colosseum. The restaurant terrace is protected from the elements with removable glass panels and covered by an awning in case of rain. The Roof Garden is the perfect place for those looking for a romantic restaurant in Rome or a relaxing yet refined lunch. The chef, Enzo Passanisi, and his staff offer perfectly prepared and elegantly presented international dishes as well as traditional Italian cuisine. Our main menu allows you to choose from a wide selection of refined national and international dishes as well as a choice of more simple and wholesome, yet always popular, traditional Roman fare.

The Trinità De' Monti restaurant is a refined and elegant place, one of the most enchanting in the Eternal City, at the top of the Spanish Steps, in the centre of Rome. A great example of professionalism is the service of catering. The many years of experience gained to make it the perfect place for noble moments of relaxation. The magic of the historic centre of Rome, combined with the style of a home that blends class and elegance, represents the ideal setting for amorous appointments, romantic dinners, business meetings and corporate parties. Many beautiful initiatives in the romantic setting of Trinità de Monti adjacent to the Spanish Steps.

CiPASSO is synonymous with tradition and creativity, with authentic passions and refinement. The perfect place to savour the intense but delicate flavours of the typical dishes of the regional and Roman rule, with contemporary nuances. Chef Adriano de Angelis offers simple and tasty dishes daily inspired by the Roman territory. The cuisine of the past joins that of the future, words designed to light up the eyes, satisfy the palate and caress the heart. Quality raw materials are selected daily, respecting the short supply chain and seasonality. The recipes are designed to enhance organoleptic properties and preserve the genuineness of the ingredients. The menu is an absolute joy for the senses because, in addition to good food, the culture of good drinking is cultivated: you can choose from over 150 labels.

Pesciolino is a refined seafood restaurant located in the heart of the historic centre of Rome, precisely in Via Belsiana 30, a few steps from Piazza di Spagna. The restaurant offers a culinary experience that combines the freshness of the sea with a touch of modernity. For those who want to enjoy fresh seafood specialities in an elegant setting in the heart of Rome, Pesciolino is an excellent choice. The combination of quality cuisine, refined atmosphere and central location makes it ideal for lunch and dinner. Located in a historic Roman street, Pesciolino has 35 seats and an elegant bar counter. The environment is modern and refined, with furnishings designed to the smallest detail, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The open kitchen adds an element of transparency and interaction, allowing guests to observe the chefs at work. Pesciolino's gastronomic proposal focuses on fresh seafood dishes prepared with high-quality ingredients. The menu varies seasonally to ensure maximum freshness and flavour authenticity. The open kitchen allows guests to observe the preparation of the dishes, creating an engaging experience. The restaurant also offers a selection of Italian and international wines and craft cocktails ideal to accompany the dishes.

Moma gourmet restaurant is located in central Rome a few steps from Via Veneto and Villa Borghese: in the heart of the dolce vita where you can find the most traditional dish of Roman cuisine and the most innovative dish imaginable. The kitchen of the Moma presents refined dishes of the Italian culinary tradition. For over 10 years, MOMA, a wine bar & restaurant, has been equally successful, a meeting place suitable for living every moment of the day, from breakfast to lunch, from coffee to aperitifs, from relaxation time to business dinner and not only in a nice, elegant and peaceful atmosphere.

Viva represents a place of sharing and escape, in the spirit of flavours and aromas which can touch our souls. The Viva Restaurant has born from this concept, inspiring six-lifetime friends to jump into this adventure. Located in the heart of Rome, a stone’s throw from the sparkling and elegant Via Veneto, the restaurant wants to be a real experience, personifying the concepts of beauty and goodness in every detail. From raw fish to more traditional dishes, our menu enriches with flavours and aromas.

The Boncompagni is a certainty in the Pinciana area of ​​Rome, a few steps from Via Veneto, in the center of the city of Federico Fellini and "La dolce vita". A warm and welcoming atmosphere that also flows into the outdoor area, ideal for a romantic dinner or with friends on summer evenings. The kitchen offers typical dishes of the Roman culinary culture and the Italian and Mediterranean tradition made with gourmet techniques by the expert chef Mario Schiano. Quality raw materials and carefully selected regional products make up the proposals of land and sea in the rich menu.

Crispi 19 is a romantic and welcoming restaurant with fish specialities in the historic centre of Rome, between the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain, via Francesco Crispi at number 19. Fresh fish characterise a restaurant in the centre of Rome with Mediterranean and innovative cuisine with daily arrivals and a large variety of seasonal first fruits. Bread, pasta, sauces, decorations and desserts are all homemade with the newest products and are elaborated by chef Fabio Mancuso with ancient recipes, traditional ingredients and imaginative innovations. The best wine labels and a rich spirits list await you in the cellar. The restaurant is considered by many of its customers as the best fish restaurant in Rome.

A cuisine that embraces the world in the fusion of different flavours and aromas deriving from the creativity and travels of Anthony Genovese, a chef with two Michelin stars. Il Pagliaccio is an oasis of peace and tranquillity located in the heart of Rome. The rooms are cosy, furnished with care and elegant, without exceeding extravagant luxury. The brightness of the Roman days makes it perfect for business lunches, while the soft light of the interiors makes it the ideal place for pleasant intimate and romantic dinners. A modern menu, revisited, takes care of the details in a maniacal way. Simple but unique dishes, complex but poor at the same time, thanks to a few simple ingredients, make everything memorable.

“Per Me” is the summary of professional and personal experiences by Chef Giulio Terrinoni, dedicated to a new concept entirely created for the guest. In the heart of Rome, between Via Giulia and Via Dei Banchi Vecchi, comes to life a cuisine that reflects the philosophy of Chef Terrinoni: focused on finding excellent raw materials, on the enhancement of catch of a daily and expressed culinary attitude. A new format, “material” from the location, was studied and designed to look sober but elegant without losing the home comfort. “Per Me” gives a dynamic offer as a great European Capital: Fish and Meat dishes at Lunch and for Dinner. A full-of-energy Restaurant aimed at the guest's tastes, preserving informal but evident professionalism. “Per Me” is the cuisine of Giulio Terrinoni modulated only “Per Voi”.

Entering Imàgo, Hassler’s 6th-floor panoramic Michelin-starred restaurant in Rome, with its unique view over the city, is to be greeted by a beautiful life-size painting that fills each window of this spectacular location loved by the Roman locals and international guests alike. Imàgo is a whole experience of fine dining in Rome. Dishes are each carefully prepared and presented; his menus vary according to the season. The variety of what he presents is thought for each type of palate, an explosion of flavours that include the most refined combinations and traditional Italian cuisine, characterized by the ingredients and fragrances embedded within Italy’s rich history and culture.