Testaccio Market
Market · Testaccio ·
Gourmet & fresh food stalls, clothing, housewares, wine & more
Gourmet & fresh food stalls, clothing, housewares, wine & more
"Rome is filled with markets, but our go-to is the one in Testaccio. Many of the stalls have been in families for generations selling fish, meat, and produce, and several vendors serve things like fresh pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. Head to Casa Manco for pizza made from dough that’s been leavened for 100 hours, or to Morde e Vai, a sandwich shop that serves up crusty rolls filled with stewed beef, artichokes, or meatballs. You should also try to snag one of the eight stools in front of Da Corrado al Banco 18 for natural wine, rare Italian cheeses, and fantastic pasta specials. Just know that if you go on Mondays, some places might be closed." - annie replogle
"The Testaccio neighborhood market is the best place in central Rome to shop for seasonal produce, meat, fish, and baked goods all in one place. Get there in the morning to see it in full swing (it’s open Monday through Saturday until 2 p.m. and occasional evenings). Visit Da Artenio (Box 90) for takeaway pizza slices and pizzette, little pizzas topped with tomato sauce, potatoes, or onions. Don’t miss the essential Mordi e Vai (Box 15), where the Esposito family prepares sandwiches filled with offal and meat based on generations-old recipes, including disappearing historic dishes like alesso di scottona (simmered brisket). Nearby Da Corrado (Box 18) sells natural wines, artisan cheeses, and a handful of hot dishes — including some of the best polpette (meatballs) in town — while Casa Manco (Box 22) serves naturally leavened pizza by weight and Sicché (Box 37) specializes in Tuscany-inspired soups, sandwiches, and salads. Must-try shops: Hit Mordi e Vai for offal sandwiches and Da Corrado for cheese, soup, and wine." - Katie Parla
"Rome is filled with markets, but our go-to is the one in Testaccio. Many of the stalls have been in families for generations selling fish, meat, and produce, and several vendors serve things like fresh pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. Head to Casa Manco for pizza made from dough that’s been leavened for 100 hours, or to Morde e Vai, a sandwich shop that serves up crusty rolls filled with stewed beef, artichokes, or meatballs. You should also try to snag one of the eight stools in front of Da Corrado al Banco 18 for natural wine, rare Italian cheeses, and fantastic pasta specials. Just know that if you go on Mondays, some places might be closed." - Annie Replogle
"Home to more than 100 stalls, this market’s true star is its street food: you can bite into Mordi e Vai’s panini stuffed with tripe with gravy, boiled beef, or slow-cooked beef alla picchiapò; refresh at Zoé with fruit salads, salads, and juices from market-fresh produce; and seek out CasaManco at stall 22 for pizza alla pala made with organic and wholemeal flours and zero-kilometer toppings. Lunchtime brings fresh egg pasta to go from Le Mani in Pasta, while Da Corrado al Banco 18 revives old Italian recipes under the banner of “rediscovered cuisine,” pairing them with “i vini del dissenso,” niche, spontaneously fermented natural wines." - The MICHELIN Guide
"This is one of Rome’s best covered markets, and many of the stalls have been in families for generations selling fish, meat, and produce. Not to mention several food vendors serve things like fresh pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. Head to Casa Manco for pizza rossa that’s spiked with chili and a scattering of parsley and mint, or to Morde e Vai, a sandwich shop that serves up crusty rolls filled with stewed beef, tripe, or meatballs. You should also try to snag one of the eight stools in front of Da Corrado al Banco 18 for a glass of natural wine (pick between their pasta of the day and the meatballs—or alternatively, do both). Just know that if you go on Mondays, some places might be closed." - gillian mcguire, annie replogle
