Trapizzino
Various locations throughout Rome
Trapizzino, a Roman street food spot with iconic conical pizza.
“Rome. It’s the landmarks. It’s the cacophony of the city. There’s always something going on. I feel that all my senses are activated.”
Let Chef Luca “Pooks” Vinci Labelle and Victor-Alex “Coach Vic” Petrenko, co-owners of Pasta Pooks, guide you through the ancient city of Rome to savour incredible things to eat and drink in a setting fit for a Roman Emperor.
Luca and Coach Vic’s favourites
Ma Che Siete Venuti A Fà
Via Benedetta, 25
Ma Che Siete Venuti A Fà, a hole-in-the-wall pub serving Italian craft beer.
Pizzeria L’Elementare
Via Benedetta, 23
Pizzeria L’Elementare, which serves thin-crust Roman pizza and tasty fried bites called supplì.
Otaleg
Via di S. Cosimato, 14a
Otaleg, a gelateria offering both classic and world-inspired flavours.
Castroni
Various locations throughout Rome
Castroni, a grocery store frequented by locals and a hidden gem for travellers.
Armando al Pantheon
Salita de’ Crescenzi, 31
Armando al Pantheon, a small restaurant serving traditional fare and offering sight views over the Pantheon.
FORME – Dispensa a Ripa
Via di S. Francesco a Ripa, 71
FORME – Dispensa a Ripa, a lovely epicurean shop selling wine, cheese and cured meats, and offering on-site tasting experiences.
Trecca
Via Alessandro Severo, 220
Trecca, a modern trattoria serving simple, fresh, flavourful dishes in an inviting and informal setting.
Cavour Enoteca 313
Via Cavour, 313
Cavour Enoteca 313, a restaurant near the Colosseum combining French and Italian cuisine that’s also one of Rome’s first wine bars—and the place Chef Luca and Coach Vic are most excited to recommend.
The Trastevere neighbourhood
Trastevere is a pretty pocket of medieval Rome alongside the banks of the Tiber, crisscrossed with a labyrinth of cobbled streets, magnificent churches and ancient architecture.
Air Canada employee favourites
See some must-visit spots from our travel-loving team.
Rome must-see ∙ 1 of 5
Steps from the Vatican, Gluten Free San Pietro serves 100% gluten-free Italian classics and Rome’s best Tiramisu. The chef brings warm vibes, great prices, and live guitar serenades!
Paulina
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE STRATEGY
Rome must-see ∙ 2 of 5
If you’re in Rome, you have to head up the Aventine Hill and look through the famous green keyhole—it perfectly frames St. Peter’s Dome through a hidden garden hedge, letting you see three different countries all in one glance!
Marie-Claude
BRAND
Rome must-see ∙ 3 of 5
Have a drink on the rooftop patio at Hotel ISA near the Vatican: gorgeous! The ride in a historic elevator is part of the appeal, taking you up to this lovely two-storey terrace above the city.
Dominic
IN-FLIGHT SERVICE
Rome must-see ∙ 4 of 5
La Canonica—a cozy gem in Trastevere. Delicious, authentic food, with a lively atmosphere and unforgettable hospitality. Trastevere’s beautiful, winding streets are home to incredible gelato, creamy burrata, rustic supplì and other Roman specialties.
Marie-Pier
BRAND
Rome must-see ∙ 5 of 5
Flavio Al Velavevodetto serves typical Roman dishes like rigatoni alla gricia and excellent carbonara. Giolitti, one of the oldest gelato shops in Rome. One of the best sunsets in Rome is from the balcony of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II.
Melissa
BRAND
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