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Rome’s Asian restaurants cover very different occasions, from sushi and sake after visiting the Vatican to pho near Termini or a shared hot-pot dinner. This guide helps you compare cuisine, neighbourhood and dining style, while also checking opening hours, group suitability and whether reserving ahead makes sense for a popular evening address.
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#1Nakai Roma is a Japanese restaurant near St. Peter’s Basilica, suited to an evening meal after exploring the Vatican area.
Sushi and sake lead the experience, with knowledgeable recommendations helping shape the meal from appetizer through dessert. The interior has a polished decorative style, while warm, engaging service adds a personal touch to this dinner-focused address on Via di Santa Maria alle Fornaci.
#2Interactive Korean barbecue
Cyber Planet is a Rome restaurant with a distinctive LED-lit interior and a lively, contemporary atmosphere. It works for lunch or dinner, with dine-in and takeaway options and a menu suited to both solo meals and groups.
The focus is Korean barbecue, where guests cook selected meats and vegetables at the table, alongside side dishes, sauces and desserts such as mochi. Service is organised and quick, with clear guidance on the ordering process and attentive help when needed.
#3Chopstick Parioli is a Japanese restaurant known for fresh fish, generous portions and an all-you-can-eat format. Fast service and a clean dining room make it practical for groups, while the broad selection works well for mixed appetites.
Gluten-free diners also have several options, giving this Parioli address extra flexibility for shared meals where dietary needs matter.
#4Beef pho with a southern-style profile
Phở Việt brings Vietnamese cooking to Via Daniele Manin, close to Rome Termini. Beef pho with a southern-style profile and fresh summer rolls are natural choices, while the generous bowls make it a comforting stop after travel or sightseeing.
Service is generally brisk once seated, and the menu offers a welcome change from Italian staples for lunch or an early dinner.
#5Phở 1 offers Vietnamese cooking on Via Aurelia in a spacious dining room suitable for couples, families or larger groups. Northern-style pho, chicken pho, cha gio and shrimp dishes provide a varied route through the menu, with generous portions making it a useful choice when appetite is high.
The relaxed format suits an informal lunch or dinner away from Rome’s busiest tourist streets.
#6Rich, flavorful broths
De Zhuang hot pot brings a communal Chinese hot-pot format to Via di S. Vito.
The soup-based cooking style makes it a sociable choice for groups and for diners who enjoy building a meal together around the table. Rich, flavorful broths and an engaging format define the occasion, while the restaurant’s popularity means planning ahead is especially useful for an evening visit.
#7南小料 RISTORANTE PICCOLO NAN specializes in Sichuan cooking on Via Tuscolana, with fresh Chinese dishes and a menu that extends into ramen and Korean-style fried chicken. Vegetable plates are a strong choice for lighter ordering, while the evening service suits a relaxed dinner away from the historic center.
Its generous opening schedule makes it practical for both lunch and late meals.
#8Jaipur serves Indian cuisine in lively Trastevere, with a welcoming dining room focused on tandoori dishes and curries. Chicken tikka masala, generous portions and flavorful dips make it an approachable choice for a relaxed meal, while the menu works well for sharing.
Lunch is available Tuesday through Sunday, and home delivery extends the restaurant’s appeal beyond the dining room.
#9Ristorante Lin 林家小馆 presents Chinese cooking on Via Basento, with balanced flavors and a menu that rewards exploring beyond standard takeaway staples. Duck fried rice is a natural signature order, while crunchy, non-greasy fried dishes and black sesame gelato add memorable contrasts.
The comfortable format suits a relaxed lunch or dinner in the Parioli-adjacent area.
#10Sinosteria offers a quieter Chinese dining option on Viale Guglielmo Marconi, with cooking that keeps the main ingredients in focus rather than relying on heavy sauces. Fresh shrimp dumplings, summer rolls, chicken with cashews and vegetable rice create a varied menu for a relaxed meal.
The restrained, ingredient-led style makes it especially suitable for diners seeking a calmer alternative to busier central restaurants.
#11Là HotPot brings a welcome change of pace to Rome with a dedicated hot pot format at Via Gerolamo Cardano 68/70. Its appeal lies in fresh ingredients, richly flavoured broths and enough choice to suit different appetites, all within a casual setting.
Service is described as quick, friendly and attentive, while advance booking is advisable for a smoother meal.
#12Ristorante Jiki Roma is an Asian restaurant on Piazza Ragusa, offering a broad menu in the Tuscolano area. Sushi is part of the proposition, though the overall experience can feel uneven: service may be slow, the dining room warm and some dishes heavily seasoned.
It suits diners seeking a straightforward Asian meal rather than a destination built around refined presentation or especially adventurous flavours.
#13Wagamama Roma Termini offers a familiar pan-Asian menu at Via Giovanni Giolitti 4, a practical stop for travellers moving through the station area. The menu includes vegan choices, and takeaway and delivery are available alongside dine-in service.
Staff can handle dietary requirements carefully when given the details, while the experience is best suited to relaxed, informal meals rather than lingering occasions.
#14AFG Baba Pane introduces Afghan cooking to Via Pietro Rovetti, with a menu centred on bold seasoning and generous traditional flavours. Kabuli rice, chapli kebab, chicken skewers and naan are among the most appealing choices, although the rice may need to be requested directly.
The food can be notably spicy, making this a rewarding stop for diners who enjoy aromatic, heat-forward dishes.
#15Ravioleria Esquilino – Asian Fusion Street Food is a practical address on Via Principe Eugenio for quick, satisfying Asian meals. The menu is easy to follow and includes dishes such as bibimbap and cheese tteokbokki, with generous portions in some preparations.
Fast cooking and an informal street-food setting make it especially suitable for hungry diners who want something more substantial than a snack.
Summary
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nakai Roma | 4.8 | 788 | Japanese dinners after Vatican sightseeing |
| #2 | Cyber Planet | 4.9 | 1,343 | Casual group dinners |
| #3 | Chopstick Parioli | 4.6 | 5,948 | Groups and flexible all-you-can-eat meals |
| #4 | Phở Việt - Vietnamese Restaurant | 4.6 | 909 | Pho lunches and travelers near Termini |
| #5 | Phở 1 | 4.7 | 368 | Group meals and generous Vietnamese bowls |
| #6 | De Zhuang hot pot | 4.6 | 579 | Sociable group dinners and hot-pot fans |
| #7 | 南小料 RISTORANTE PICCOLO NAN | 4.7 | 295 | Sichuan flavors and adventurous Asian dining |
| #8 | Jaipur | 4.5 | 1,591 | Relaxed Indian meals and shared curries |
| #9 | Ristorante Lin 林家小馆 | 4.5 | 817 | Authentic-style Chinese dishes and curious diners |
| #10 | Sinosteria | 4.5 | 809 | Quiet meals and lighter Chinese flavors |
| #11 | Là HotPot | 4.5 | 474 | Group meals and hot pot newcomers |
| #12 | Ristorante Jiki Roma | 4.4 | 1,583 | Casual Asian meals near Piazza Ragusa |
| #13 | wagamama - Roma Termini | 4.4 | 1,178 | Travellers and flexible dietary needs |
| #14 | AFG Baba Pane | 4.6 | 243 | Diners seeking aromatic Afghan specialities |
| #15 | Ravioleria Esquilino - Asian Fusion Street Food | 4.5 | 267 | filling meals in Esquilino |
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Use the map to match a restaurant with the rest of your day. The addresses around St Peter’s and Via Aurelia work well for Vatican-area plans, while Via Daniele Manin and Via di S. Vito are convenient around Termini. Trastevere, Parioli, Via Tuscolana and Piazza Ragusa offer different neighbourhood settings, so distance and evening travel are worth checking before booking.
Nakai Roma on Via di Santa Maria alle Fornaci is close to St Peter’s Basilica and suits an evening meal after Vatican sightseeing. Its focus is Japanese dining, with sushi and sake supported by recommendations that can guide the meal from starters through dessert.
Phở Việt on Via Daniele Manin is a practical choice near Termini. Its menu includes beef pho with a southern-style profile and fresh summer rolls, while generous bowls make it suitable for a comforting lunch or an easy meal after arriving in Rome.
Chopstick Parioli is useful for groups seeking a broad all-you-can-eat menu and generous portions. Phở 1 offers a spacious setting with varied Vietnamese dishes, while De Zhuang hot pot creates a more interactive shared dinner around communal broths.
De Zhuang hot pot on Via di S. Vito offers a communal Chinese format built around soup-based cooking at the table. It works particularly well for sociable dinners, but booking ahead is sensible when planning an evening visit.
Several menus include options that can suit lighter or plant-focused meals. 南小料 RISTORANTE PICCOLO NAN has vegetable dishes, while the wider selection of Japanese, Vietnamese, Indian and Chinese restaurants makes it worth checking ingredients and preparation directly.
Jaipur in Trastevere offers home delivery alongside its dining room. The menu focuses on tandoori dishes, curries, chicken tikka masala and dips, making it suitable for a relaxed shared meal at home. Confirm current delivery coverage and timing before placing an order.
