Street food and pasta in Rome
Rome, Italy

Street food and pasta in Rome

Outty Ranking 56 5.0 · 7 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $108
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56/100

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5.0/5

Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Street food and pasta in Rome worth booking?

Street food and pasta in Rome is a 2-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $108 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
5/5 (7)
Duration
2 hours
From
$108 per person

I’ll show you what and where local people eat, Supplì, pizza, pasta and more! You will see that is possible to eat well without spending a lot. Let a local lead you through this delicious experience if you want to learn why pizza and mortadella are so typical of Rome, why Romans are so proud of their Supplì, or why there is a dessert called "my little spouse." Churches, bridges, and squares would serve as the backdrop for this tour, and your guide will tell you about the secrets and tales that each of them holds. The tour can be personalized, for example if you want to find out what’s the best gelato in Rome I’ll bring you there! I will do my best to show you the most delicious places in Rome and that also mean to avoid expensive touristic trap. Good quality not always mean expensive prices!

What you get

    About this experience

    I’ll show you what and where local people eat, Supplì, pizza, pasta and more! You will see that is possible to eat well without spending a lot. Let a local lead you through this delicious experience if you want to learn why pizza and mortadella are so typical of Rome, why Romans are so proud of their Supplì, or why there is a dessert called "my little spouse." Churches, bridges, and squares would serve as the backdrop for this tour, and your guide will tell you about the secrets and tales that each of them holds. The tour can be personalized, for example if you want to find out what’s the best gelato in Rome I’ll bring you there! I will do my best to show you the most delicious places in Rome and that also mean to avoid expensive touristic trap. Good quality not always mean expensive prices!

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • tour guide
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Lunch
    • Snacks

    Not included

    • All items not specified in “what is included”

    What you'll see and do

    1. Trastevere

      Trastevere is a long-standing neighbourhood, considered by roman people as one of the places in the city centre of Rome to preserve typical roman feature: buildings, food and people all concur to create the picturesque Italy of your dream!

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere

      Walking by the main square of the neighbourhood to reach our food tour destination we'll see the ancient church of Santa Maria, shining under the light with its golden mosaic façade.

      5 minutes here

    3. The king of the roman street food.. The supplì! This place made supplì as roman grandmothers used to do, juicy and filled with mozzarella cheese, you can't miss it.

      20 minutes here

    4. Here you'll have a taste of "pizza and mortazza" , typical roman sliced pizza with a kind of salami. The reason why roman people create this kind of pizza goes back in time and only few people know about it. The tour leader will satisfied your curiosity!

      20 minutes here

    5. Isola Tiberina

      As crossing the bridge to reach the bakery where we'll have a typical roman dessert, we will pass by Isola Tiberina, an island on the Tiber with the shape of a boat. The tour leader will narrate the unexpected legend behind this particular construction!

      Pass by without stopping

    6. After supplì and pizza, the dessert is a must. In this long-standing bakery you will taste the famous maritozzo, sweet bread filled with cream. Roman dessert 100%!

      20 minutes here

    7. Campo De' Fiori

      You will see another very local night life place and your guide will tell you some curiosity about this square.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. One of the best carbonara of Rome is made at this restaurant together with a particular kind of fried vegetables. Tradition and gastronomy are strictly linked and the tour guide will lead you through it. You can choose between one pasta (amastriciana,carbonara or cacio e pepe + fried artichokes+ water)

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Rome

    On the other side of the river crossing Sisto Bridge. Tour leader will wait for you in the square wearing a badge.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    The tour will end in a restaurant close to Navona square (piazza Navona)

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, it
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Marica Petrichella

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    7 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    7 verified traveler reviews for Street food and pasta in Rome. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Alex_J · May 2024

    Amazing into to Roman street food…an absolute must!!

    Marica was knowledgeable and informative. Was an easy intro to Rome our first day. Definitely go hungry!!!

    via Viator

    marcmX7024YQ · March 2024

    Amazing guide and delicious tour of authentic Rome.

    Wonderful experience and amazing food. Marcia was a great guide and gave us an authentic taste of Roma along with some interesting history of the city in three different neighborhoods. We enjoyed and highly recommended!

    via Tripadvisor

    Kambiz_K · February 2024

    Amazing local experience

    Marcia was great. Very informative and got a lot of history of food and culture. Felt like a local with all the great spots we went to.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much I’m Happy you enjoyed!

    via Viator

    Jean_H · January 2024

    Lots of new food tastes

    Excellent tour Marcia was fun and took us to a variety of shops and restaurants with different and delicious food. She went out of her way to organise another tour when we mixed up our booking.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much!! I’m so happy you enjoyed all

    via Viator

    524paigeh · January 2024

    Marica is a fantastic guide and made our time in Rome really special

    Marica is absolutely wonderful. After we mixed up the days for our tour (our fault completely!) Marica responded quickly to rearrange the tour for us. She has so much knowledge on Roman history and how it shaped the food culture and vice versa. We never felt rushed or that we spent too long in any location and had some great conversations on the walks between stops. I would definitely recommend this tour, it was our first time in Rome and was a highlight of our time spent in the city.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much!! It was truly a pleasure to know you all

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)81
    Review evidence (18% weight)28
    Booking momentum (14% weight)17
    Value for money (12% weight)25
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)62
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Street food and pasta in Rome: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.

    How much does Street food and pasta in Rome cost?

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    Prices start at $108 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Street food and pasta in Rome take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.

    Is Street food and pasta in Rome worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Street food and pasta in Rome?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Street food and pasta in Rome suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Street food and pasta in Rome?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Street food and pasta in Rome start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Rome?

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    Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pizza & Gelato Class with Wine by Cooking Italy, Rome [4in1] Pasta Making_Tiramisù_Wine Tasting_Secret Cellar, Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Rome?

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    April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Rome?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Street food and pasta in Rome?

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    Included: Bottled water; tour guide; Alcoholic beverages; Lunch; and Snacks. Not included: All items not specified in “what is included”. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Street food and pasta in Rome?

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    On the other side of the river crossing Sisto Bridge. Tour leader will wait for you in the square wearing a badge. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Street food and pasta in Rome offered in?

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    It is offered in English and Italian. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Street food and pasta in Rome?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Street food and pasta in Rome wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Street food and pasta in Rome if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Rome. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Street food and pasta in Rome?

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    Across 7 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

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