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Pizzarium BoncivsAntico Arco
Both restaurants are endorsed by professionals. On balance, Antico Arco scores significantly higher than Pizzarium Bonci. Antico Arco ranks #1 in Rome with approval from 10 sources such as Departures, Condé Nast Traveler and Michelin Guide.
Pizzarium Bonci
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
Departures
The Infatuation Time Out Frommer's Show All Reviews
Via della Meloria 43, 00136 Rome
From $0/night
Concierge "The fresh, organic toppings include treats like wild asparagus; pesto and eggplant; and buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and anchovies."
Travel + Leisure "Celebrity pizzaiolo Gabriele Bonci reinvents pizza al taglio—rectangular Roman pizza sold by weight—at the tiny Pizzarium." Full review
Time Out "Head for this gourmet carry-out pizza joint, which stands in a rather downmarket residential street not far from the Vatican Museums." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"Undoubtedly Rome's best pizza-by-the-slice joint where celebrity baker Gabriele Bonci uses top-notch ingredients to create creativaly topped pies like rabbit and raisin or trippa alla romana."
Frommer's "Known for good reason as the “Michelangelo of pizza”, celebrity chef Gabriele Bonci has always had a cult following in the Eternal City." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Top Roman baker Gabriele Bonci is the man behind this tiny, hole-in-the-wall pizza mecca that sits in a slightly out-of-the-way location just west of the Vatican." Full review
Departures " Gabriele Bonci, one of the city’s best bakers and pizzaioli, uses heirloom flour, natural yeast, and slow fermentation to make sure his dough is the most toothsome in town." Full review
The Infatuation "More than a dozen varieties of pizza fill the counter at this small, famous takeaway." Full review
Time Out "Rome’s revolutionary pizza maker Gabriele Bonci started his astronomic rise to stardom at this unassuming pizza shop and it has consistently remained top of the list of Rome’s best pizza al taglio." Full review
Frommer's "It’s worth waiting for some of the best pizza you’ll ever taste, sold by the slice or by weight. His ingredients are fresh and organic, the crust is perfect, and the toppings often experimental." Full review
Antico Arco Concierge
Zagat
BlackBook
Michelin Guide Time Out Rough Guide
Fodor's Condé Nast Traveler Departures Frommer's
Piazzale Aurelio 7, 00152 Rome
From $40/night
Concierge "The menu changes according to the season, but even in winter, lightness is a key word, with plenty of vegetables and herbs."
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Be sure to book at least a day in advance.
Zagat4.2
"This "upscale" Italian's "innovative", "refined" fare and "magic location" on Gianicolo Hill make it "well worth" the trip." Full review
BlackBook "This modern bistro is the brainchild of Patrizia, Domenico and Maurizio of Il Bacaro fame, who wanted to construct a light and linear space to enjoy updated traditional Italian gastronomy."
Michelin Guide0 Stars
"The chef at this modern, bright and fashionable restaurant selects the best Italian ingredients to create innovative dishes based on traditional specialities." Full review
Time Out "A January 2007 refit has given the Antico Arco a smart new interior, minimalist but warm, and the cuisine has perked up, too, after a period of stasis." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"Located above Trastevere, next to the Janiculum Hill, this is one of Rome's finest restaurants, serving superb, exquisitely presented dishes, plus an enormous fine wine list."
Fodor's "Founded by three friends with a passion for wine and fine food (the team leader is Patrizia Mattei), Antico Arco attracts foodies from Rome and beyond with its refined culinary inventiveness." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A top pick for elevated, modern-Italian cuisine served in a contemporary space, this elegant but still friendly restaurant has a well-priced multi-course tasting menu ideal for special occasions." Full review
Departures "With soft lighting (not the case in many Roman counterparts) and romantic tables, options range from classics like the outstanding Amatriciana to more unusual options." Full review
Frommer's "Delivers exquisite dishes made with the finest local and seasonal ingredients...accompanied by excellent wine and topnotch service. A full meal here makes for a special night out" Full review
