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Pizzeria Da Baffo
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
family-friendlytraditionalcasual
About the Vibe
Hostaria da Baffo is a no-frills Roman institution that’s been serving up genuine home cooking since 1972. You’ll find a warm, family-run vibe here with dishes that feel like they’ve been passed down through generations. The pizza is solid, but the real stars are the fresh seafood fritti and the handmade “Taccanella” pasta—simple ingredients executed with care. It’s the kind of place where you can linger over a glass of local wine while watching the kids play in the park outside.
Known For
- •frittura di pesce
- •Taccanella pasta
- •homemade desserts
- •pizza a lenta lievitazione
Best For
family dinnerscasual lunchesauthentic Roman cuisine
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 11, 2026
Authentic Roman Comfort Food
Hostaria da Baffo is the kind of place that feels like a secret locals have been guarding for decades. Located in the Montagnola/Ardeatino area, it’s not flashy, but the food more than makes up for it. The restaurant opened in 1972 and has stayed true to its roots—think fresh seafood, handmade pasta, and wood-fired pizza that’s actually worth the wait.
The standout dishes here are the frittura di pesce (fried seafood), which comes out crispy and perfectly seasoned, and the Taccanella, a simple pasta of water, flour, and salt that somehow tastes like comfort in a bowl. Don’t skip the homemade desserts either; they’re the perfect way to end a meal. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly, with outdoor seating that’s great in summer when you can watch the kids play in the nearby park.
It’s not a fine-dining spot, and you won’t find fancy plating or pretentious service. But if you’re looking for honest, hearty Roman cooking with a side of genuine hospitality, this is it. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and you’ll leave feeling like you’ve been fed like family.