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Supplì, panzerotti, calzones and more
Health prejudices about fried foods have been overturned by the latest research conducted. In fact, if eaten in moderation (twice a week maximum), fried food would help prevent cancer, diabetes and vision loss. So, once a week a good fry-up is allowed. And in Rome there are places where it’s really good. Here are five places to try in the city:
I Fritti de Sora Milva
In the Ponte Milvio area, “I Fritti de Sora Milva” is among the most popular places. A place to try for those who love fritti. You will find traditional supplì, amatriciana, cacio e pepe, lots of meatballs, mozzarelline di bufala, olive ascolane, zucchini flowers, vegetables, chicken nuggets and chips. It is open Tuesday through Sunday: 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where:via Cassia, 4, 00191 Rome.
La Pesceria Re di Roma
On Via Appia Nuova at number 234 there is a very inviting smell of fried fish. In this fish market you can eat fresh dishes and good fried fish: fried paranza, squid, shrimp and anchovies. But not only that, also tasty first courses, such as spaghetti with clams, risotto with scampi cream and scialatello allo scoglio. The crudi are also worth trying.
Where: Via Appia Nuova, 234, 00183 Rome.
I Fritti Di Penelope
If you happen to be in Primavalle, you must try Penelope’s Fritti. Family recipes, fresh ingredients and artisanal products, these are the three pillars of the restaurant. You’ll be able to taste classic supplì, Amatriciana,’Nduja, Americano, Cacio e Pepe and other seasonal ones such as pumpkin, provolone and sausage. Open Monday through Saturday from morning to lunchtime.
Where: via Pietro Gasparri, 11, 00168 Rome.
The House of Supplì
La Casa del Supplì is a historic Capitoline sign. There are three locations in Rome: in Trastevere, Piazza Re di Roma and in Via Furio Camillo. Here the supplì is offered in the five versions available all year round (classic, ragù, amatriciana, mushroom and peas, cacio e pepe) plus seasonal ones. Also on the menu, you’ll find: calzoni ripieni with crispy potatoes, fritti romani, and Roman pizza (round and by the slice).
Mató Street Food
At this restaurant, which specializes in street food, you can enjoy the typical Apulian specialty: panzerotto (in 8 special versions). But also other typical products of the region, such as puccia, focaccia and rustici leccesi. A little corner of Puglia in the capital, if you’re feeling nostalgic for summer. For dessert you can also have the panzerotto alla Nutella.
Open daily, Tuesday through Saturday also for lunch.
Where: It can be found in different areas of Rome. Here are the places in the city:
- P.zza Bologna
- V. Eritrea
- V. XX Settembre
- Irnerio Square
- Regina Margherita