Casa Manco

Casa Manco, nestled within Rome’s vibrant Testaccio Market, has earned a reputation as one of the city’s most beloved pizza al taglio (by the slice) spots. What sets it apart is not only the high-quality ingredients but also the creativity that goes into each combination. The dough itself is an artwork, light, airy, and perfectly crisp at the base, with just the right chew. It’s fermented slowly, giving it a nutty depth that complements every topping. Their classic Margherita dazzles with simple yet extraordinary balance—sweet San Marzano tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves, each bite reminding you why Italian simplicity is unmatched. More adventurous varieties like zucchini blossom with anchovy and burrata show Casa Manco’s flair for innovation, offering bright, contrasting flavors that feel both rustic and refined. The seasonal toppings, figs with prosciutto, pumpkin with gorgonzola, or roasted pear with pecorino, highlight the kitchen’s creativity and devotion to fresh market produce. Even the vegan options burst with flavor, thanks to quality olive oils, grilled vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Whether you prefer traditional or bold modern pairings, every slice at Casa Manco reflects a passion for dough, balance, and freshness. Making it one of Rome’s truly unmissable pizza experiences.

This pizza was amazing. I had 6 different flavors cause it was just soo good. Margherita Pesto Ham & Cheese Mushroom, Cheese & Chilli Flakes Guancale & Honey Zucchini Flower & Cheese I can't rank all of them cause they were all good. The bread was crunchy, airy and chewy as well. The cheese was rich, creamy and incredibly fresh. This was by far the best pizza I've had in Rome, even though, I haven't been here long.

Words alone can’t simply describe this place! The pizza was one of the best we ever had! So many complex flavors and the dough was perfect!

The most incredible pizza by the slice in Rome. Served with love and laughter. Try the rossa and also the mushroom and the zucca. Actually they’re all excellent. The seasonal flavours are all worth trying, you won’t be disappointed.

Best pizza I've had in Rome, or probably everywhere. The serving system is great - you choose the pizza type and slice size (cut right then and there), everything is straight from the oven (or 10 minutes behind). Fresh and amazing, great ingredients, great team behind the counter. Lots of choices, some standard, some totally wild. Absolute must for pizza lovers.

Being objective, and having enjoyed great pizza all around Italy, I can say that what earns Casa Manco such a high rating is most likely their creativity, but above all their kind and sincere service. The gentleman who welcomed us was genuinely friendly and offered excellent suggestions. The pizza dough is fairly standard and a bit unusually thick by Italian craft pizza standards, yet it provides a solid base for what comes on top. Since I noticed they were using supermarket pesto (Metro Chef), I believe they focus more on creative toppings rather than crafting every ingredient themselves, which is -in my opinion- a valid approach that deserves appreciation. The only comment is that it was a little overpriced compared to whole pizza pricing (€14 for the ones you see in the picture). We walked from the city center just to try it, and overall, I can say it was worth it!

Must try for pizza al taglio! Artisanal, freshly made, high quality ingredients. Crispy crust, pillowy dough, generous toppings with an interesting variety. Owners are friendly and patient while serving customers, and even warm up your pizzas before plating so every slice enjoyed fresh out the oven. Worth going out of your way for.

Amazing Roma style pizza! The best we have had in Rome thus far! Got the grape, blue cheese and walnuts pizza, Gorgonzola, potato and sausage pizza and stratatella lemon and truffle pizza! All amazing!

This is a fun little shop inside the testaccio food market. The lady up front is really nice and will answer all your questions. They have a variety of flavors and you pay by weight so you can control the portion sizes. We got the graple almond gorgonzola, peach and nectarine, and sausage and potato. Grape Almond Gorgonzola- This was my favorite! The gorgonzola is rich and savory. The almonds add a nice crunch. When you bite into a grape you get a burst of juicy sweetness! The flavors are wonderful together. Peach and Nectarine- The peach and nectarines are sweet and juicy. The cheese is creamy with a hint of saltiness. Quite a refreshing dish! Sausage and Potato- The potato slices are crispy which provide a contrast to the chewy dough. The sausage is savory and goes well with the cheese. Lots of flavor and texture. Such a great place for pizza!

Casa Manco is a very nice pizza stall in Mercato Testaccio (the Testaccio Market). They offer some of the best Roman-style pizza in Rome. Their crusts are thick with crispy, golden brown bottoms. You can tell that they use only fresh ingredients for their toppings. Service is very friendly; I enjoyed discussing the pizzas with counter men. Stopping here was a real treat.

Really tasty slices, and some nice flavors (potato, sausage, mozzarella & bleu cheese) and a properly cooked Roman crust. But IMO it's not really that special. I've feel I've had pizza like this elsewhere in the world. The staff speaks English and is friendly. They have one tiny table for two, but otherwise it's grab and go. The market features a communal dining area nearby. It was nice to get out of the central hubbub and into this quieter corner of Rome.

September 2024 -- Located at the Mercato Testaccio - Testaccio Market - I love love love this place. The pizza is amazing - made w special crust and a long rising process. My favorite was a mushroom w cream cheese, lemon zest and red pepper flakes. This was a highlight of our 16 day trip to Sicily, Umbria and Rome. GO NOW!!!! oh and the man who is the owner is soooo nice.

Casa Manco is one of my absolute favorite pizza places in Rome (anywhere really). It's quite unique. Their pizzas have a beautiful elongated oval shape and a wonderful airy interior. They're thicker than most yet still quite light with wonderful fresh and flavorful toppings. They do a great one with zucchini flowers, anchovies, and fior di latte. It may be my favorite. They do another with mozzarella and roasted tomatoes that has more typical flavor notes. The sausage and mushrooms is tasty too. It's "al taglio" (by the cut) so you can get as much or as little as you want. They're all displayed in front of you so you know what you're getting. It's best to select a few to sample the range of their magic. And if Casa Manco alone isn't enough, the Testaccio Market is a wonderful place to wander and explore. As is the whole area. If you can book the Testaccio Neighborhood Food Tour with Market Visit run by Devour Tours, Rhianne is a fantastic guide. The area has an amazing history and lots of outstanding foods to sample. We loved it!

Love this place! I came here right after landing in Rome, it was the first and some of the best pizza I had in all of Italy. The prices are great and there are so many different options to choose from! The owners are some of the sweetest people I had met!

Casa Manco has the BEST PIZZA I have ever eaten!!! I live in New York, and I was absolutely amazed by this pizza! The owner/Chef is very kind, funny, and passionate about his pizza creations! My favorite was his white truffle pizza with cheese and lemon zest, which I named "White Truffle Dream". I loved the bacon pizza as well. ALL THE PIZZA CREATIONS ARE EXCELLENT!!!! Annie S. New York, USA MIEULLE PIZZA DE MA VIE!!!!!!

Honestly the best pizza I had when I was traveling in Italy -- only been to Venice, Florence, and Rome. I went to Bonci and other popular ones in Rome and Casa Manco was my favorite. It's located in the new market in Testaccio. I know most tourists won't venture in this area as it's not "pretty" as the areas everyone wants to go to as it doesn't have any of the famous historical artifacts/structures. Some may call it "ghetto" but it's better than walking through Compton. I wouldn't recommend going at night but the market closes at 2 or 3pm so you won't be out there late anyway. And it's a shame because the food here is just as amazing as any other places I went to. All the other pizzas I've had in Italy are different than the ones I had in the states as they either were in the flat bread style or used focaccia bread. Which are good but I'll admit I missed the dough on the American pizza. I think that's why I liked Casa Manco because though it was in the flat bread style it had a similar texture to the pizza I loved. And not only that, the flavors of their pizza was divine. Other pizza I had were good and I knew the ingredients were fresh but the flavor was subdued. The people here were so sweet and they offered us so many samples! They are well known for this one that has sesame seeds. I saw many locals buying this.

Casa Manco is THE BEST PIZZA in Rome, and I've tried many! One of the most amazing features of their pizza is the crust. The dough has a long fermentation period (like 100 hours) and the flavor is extraordinary! They sell pieces of the crust covered with sesame seeds and for so simple a combination it's truly delicious. Then, to top their wonderful crust they select the finest, freshest organic ingredients, often from vendors in the Testaccio Market where they are located. My favorite is the squash flowers with stracciatella and anchovies. But they have many to choose from and they change from day to day depending on the availability of ingredients. Some pizzas, like the Casa Manco pizza, is always available because it's so popular. You can see from the photos that the toppings are not only varied and delicious, but also carefully and beautifully arranged so every slice gives you the full flavor each variation can deliver. Believe me when I say "this is THE place to go in Rome for pizza"! Finally, I must also mention the wonderful people who make and serve the pizza. They will explain each pizza and what it has and serve it to you with a heartfelt smile. They are often very busy at lunch so be prepared to take a number and wait a bit. Best to go either before or after the lunch rush, especially if you are in a hurry.

Even better than expected. Amazing dough, fresh ingredients and friendly service. Perfect way to start trip in Rome - will be back!

My wife and I have been in Italy for our honeymoon for the past three weeks. We started and ended in Rome. And of all the cities we've visited, and all the pizza we tried (including in Napoli) we both agreed that this was the best we had hands down. They offer many freshly cooked pizzas with an incredible variety of toppings. You simply choose your flavor and the slice off as much or as little as you want, warm it up, and serve it up by weight. This is a great way to get to sample many of the delicious pies that they make daily. The servers are all friendly and spoke multiple languages. I can't wait to come back to Rome just to eat more of their pizza! Highly recommended.

On our first day in Rome, my mother, sister and I made a special trip to CasaManco at the suggestion of my brother and we're still talking about it. After our first round of slices, Chef Andrea was so kind and generous offering us his favorites (although it's hard to choose a favorite from among the myriad adventurous and satisfying flavors - you must try the lemon pizza!) as well as some freshly made suppli and an extra bottle of wine just for fun. A true hi light of our trip and I spot I intend to make a pilgrimage to the next time I'm in Rome.

Delightful food and even better service. Guy working the register was amazing and helpful. Let me try the meat before he made the za.

Absolutely fantastic place to have a set of Roman pizzas. Pizza bread is so crispy and airy that you just feel heavens. Try anchovies with zucchini flowers for a genuine Rome food experience. Staff was extremely hospitable. Perfetto!

My favorite pizza in Rome. Always yummy flavors and wonderful people! Tiny details like lemon zest and red pepper flakes make every bite amazing. I have walked to Mercato di Testaccio several times just for this pizza. Molto buona.

We ordered 4 small pieces of pizza for 4€ and definitely very good price-value. Pizzas were tasty and service very friendly. If u go to merco Testaccio visit this place. (Ate our pizzas with proseccos bought at stall next to Casa Manco)

Best Pizza we had on our trip through the South of Italy and Rome. The dough is made with different flours (+whole wheat) and the combination of toppings range from classic to Persian, always with the right cheese selection on top. Our left over pizza was still delicious at the next day. The family run business has a stand at Mercator Testaccio and in Trastevere.

The exemplary service was the lure, but the reeling in was the fantastic pizza. As an American, it felt comforting to be greeted in English without any air of arrogance or condescending undertones. I was guided through the process of ordering and even allotted a sample of the bread base of the pizza. They allow you to customize your slice size. I ordered the eggplant and the mushroom pizza, and I have to give the edge to the mushroom. It had this fresh, bright, lemon zest that really just made the whole slice of pizza pop like no other slice I have ever had. It was truly an experience, especially since it was my first bite in Rome, fresh off the plane. They really do a great job of making a customer centered experience. I devoured the pizza on a pull out shelf adjacent to the stand, happy to start off my Rome food experience with a bang.