Mercato Trionfale

The Best Food Markets in Rome

"Rome’s largest food market, located in the Prati neighborhood near the Vatican, is devoted almost entirely to fresh produce and staples — fruits and vegetables, eggs, cheese and homemade pasta — with over 200 stalls and some family-run stands operating since 1924. It’s a practical stop before or after visiting the Vatican if you plan to cook, and standout vendors include Da Peppino (honey, eggs and jams), Da Gustavino (local bulk wine) and the porchetta sellers at Box 102 run by Arsenio and Ivo." - Regan Stephens

"There are dozens of markets throughout Rome , and while many are threatened by the popularity of supermarkets, the Mercato Trionfale thrives just north of the Vatican. Some 200 stalls sell produce, cheese, eggs, meat, honey, fish, and housewares of a quality that's hard to replicate. Enter from Via Andrea Doria and explore the butchers' stalls, then head to the back where Rome's largest number of fish stalls are clustered next to farmers selling fresh-picked produce."

The farmers market of our dreams.