That means that in Rome, the day\u2019s meals follow a typical progression, with typical suggested bites at each meal. So, if you only have one day in Rome to eat, drink, and then eat some more, here\u2019s where you should go and what you should eat there.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Testaccio<\/a> is Rome\u2019s former meatpacking district, and is full of uber-Roman delicacies to start the day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Of course, we must begin with the best coffee in Rome<\/a>. Go to Linari<\/a>, Testaccio\u2019s best and most-beloved cafe, for a cappuccino<\/em> and a ciambella fritta<\/em>. (That\u2019s an oblong, eggy doughnut covered in sugar\u2014you\u2019re welcome.)<\/p>\r\n Who says you can\u2019t start drinking early? Head to Fraschetta Da Sandro<\/a>, an old bar that only serves homemade wine from a barrel. Get a tumbler for a euro, and watch the garbage men come in for their morning sandwich.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n If you\u2019re in the mood for a sandwich, though, you should go to Mordi e Vai<\/a> in the nearby Testaccio market<\/a>. Former butcher Sergio Esposito makes wonderful panini<\/em> filled with Roman meats like boiled beef, veal \u201ccarbonara\u201d and the classic stewed tripe with tomato.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Don\u2019t get more than one sandwich, though, because you\u2019ll be having lunch at Piatto Romano<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Start with a perfect carciofo alla giudia<\/a> <\/em>(an artichoke double-fried in olive oil). Then, the crowning achievement of Roman pasta cookery, cacio e pepe<\/a><\/em>. That\u2019s nothing but long tonnarelli<\/em> noodles, black pepper and abundant sheep\u2019s-milk pecorino romano<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n When it arrives, you can\u2019t touch it, though! The waiter will take a fork and spoon and vigorously mix and toss the strands of pasta, so that each one is individual and yet coated in a rich emulsion of cheese and pasta water<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n The best time to explore the center of town is the afternoon. The museum and monument crowds will have thinned out, leaving the streets more tranquil, but snacking and sipping are still an option.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n In the afternoon, you\u2019ll probably want another coffee. In that case, head to Sant\u2019Eustachio<\/a>, the justifiably-famous bar renowned for its espresso with a foam as thick as whipped cream.<\/p>\r\n Or, if you\u2019re the type of person who likes an afternoon slice of pizza, Roscioli Forno<\/a> is the place to go.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n One of Rome\u2019s oldest bakeries, Roscioli specializes in pizza alla pala<\/em>. Long snowboards of dough are baked on the oven floor until crisp, and topped with everything from the classic tomato-mozzarella-basil to more baroque combinations like sausage and porcini mushrooms. Get a slice to go, folded in wax paper, and munch on it while you walk.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n At 7:00 p.m., it\u2019s aperitivo <\/a><\/em>time in Rome<\/a>. Go to Il Goccetto<\/a>, Rome\u2019s best wine bar. Run by the Ceccarelli family, in this cavern-like space it\u2019s all about wine by the glass<\/a> and impeccable plates of cured meat and cheese.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n For a little pick-me-up before dinner, head to Il Piccolo<\/a> for a prosecco or an Aperol Spritz<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Trastevere<\/a>, across the river from the historic center, is impossibly charming. Perhaps a little overrun with students and tourists these days, but still a great place to eat, drink and carouse.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n But first, take the 8 tram down to La Gatta Mangiona<\/a>, in the neighboring Gianicolense quarter. At this modern pizzeria, you\u2019ll find addictive fried treats like potato crochette<\/em> and miniature calzone<\/em>. Then, a perfect pizza, thicker-crusted than the traditional Roman pie, with toppings like buffalo mozzarella and spicy salame<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n A tram ride back to Trastevere, and it\u2019s off to Bar San Calisto (Piazza di S. Calisto, 3)<\/em>. If there is one place in Trastevere that hasn\u2019t changed over the years, it\u2019s this one. A beer costs \u20ac1.50 and the tables outside are always filled with an array of locals, kids, backpackers and famous actors. Just find a table, sit, and take in the scene.<\/p>\r\n You\u2019ll have room for a little extra something, right? Definitely, which is why you need a Trapizzino<\/a>. This is a sandwich, served at the titular spot, made of pizza-dough bread cut into a triangle and stuffed with meatballs, chicken, braised beef or eggplant.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n At this branch in Trastevere, you can get one for \u20ac3.50, and sit down with a craft beer. Open late and always lively, this is a place you\u2019ll want to visit at 1 a.m. after you\u2019ve recovered your appetite at one of Trastevere\u2019s many bars<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Here](\"https:\/\/assets.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-to-eat-in-rome-1.png\")
<\/figure>\r\n\r\nMorning in Testaccio<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
1. Cappuccino and ciambella fritta at Linari<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/p>\r\n2. Homemade wine at Fraschetta Da Sandro<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\r\n3. Sandwich at Mordi e Vai<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
4. Carciofo alla giudia and cacio e pepe at Piatto Romano<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Cacio e pepe: simplicity at its best (and most delicious).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAfternoon in the Centro Storico<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
5. Espresso at Sant\u2019Eustachio<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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6. Pizza alla pala at Roscioli Forno<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
7. Aperitivo at Il Goccetto<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\r\n8. A drink at Il Piccolo<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Night in Trastevere<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
9. Pizza at La Gatta Mangiona<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
10. Beer at Bar San Calisto<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n11. Trapizzino at (where else?) Trapizzino<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n