Rome
Rome’s seafood scene ranges from Sardinian fish cooking on Via Arno to raw seafood and grilled specialities in Trastevere. This guide helps you compare restaurants by menu focus, setting and location, whether you want a relaxed dinner near Via Duilio, a creative meal on Via Alessandria or an elegant occasion near Piazza de’ Ricci.
For popular addresses and celebratory tables, reserving ahead is a sensible step.
The selection is ordered around seafood focus, menu variety, atmosphere, location and suitability for different occasions. Opening patterns, daytime availability and the need to reserve also help distinguish a quick meal from a planned dinner. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.
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#1
Capo Boi is a seafood restaurant on Via Arno specialising in Sardinian cooking and fish-led dishes. Its elegant setting and warm hospitality make it a strong choice for a celebratory dinner or a more considered meal, with fresh seafood at the centre of the experience.
Lunch and dinner are served Monday to Saturday, from 1:00 to 2:30 pm and 8:00 to 11:00 pm.
#2
Sgarro Bistrot is a small, welcoming restaurant on Via Belsiana, close to the Spanish Steps, with a warm atmosphere and personable service. Its menu leans toward Italian comfort food, including eggplant parmigiana, risotto and pasta, with the truffle carbonara standing out as a particularly indulgent choice.
Quick service makes it practical for a relaxed city-centre meal, although seafood is not the defining speciality here.
#3
Marea Hostaria brings a seafood-led menu to Via Duilio in Rome, with an inviting, off-the-beaten-track feel suited to an unhurried dinner. Seafood is the main focus, while Italian classics such as fresh bruschetta, cacio e pepe and amatriciana add welcome flexibility for mixed groups.
The atmosphere and hospitable service make it a natural choice for couples or relaxed meals away from the busiest tourist routes.
#4
MARE NOSTRUM Seafood in Trastevere combines a cosy, comfortable setting with a fish-focused menu built around fresh flavours. The selection includes raw seafood, Mazara red prawns and grilled seafood, making it well suited to diners who want a dedicated fish experience rather than a broad Italian menu.
Its long daytime and evening service works for both lunch and dinner, though booking ahead is a sensible part of planning.
#5
Marco Aurelio Ristorante Pizzeria is a flexible Rome restaurant suited to generous, informal meals, with friendly attentive service and the option to sit outside. Large portions, quick service and a relaxed evening atmosphere make it useful for groups or diners looking for a straightforward Italian stop.
Complimentary touches such as prosecco on arrival and lemon sorbet to finish add warmth, while its broad restaurant format makes seafood only one possible direction.
#6
Close to the Spanish Steps
Ristorante Donna Roma brings a broad Italian menu to Via delle Carrozze, close to the Spanish Steps. It suits celebrations and leisurely dinners, with sea bass and potatoes, burrata salad, truffle pasta, seafood spaghetti and tiramisu all offering plenty of choice.
Balanced drinks and polished, attentive service add a composed finish, while the central setting makes it convenient for a meal during a day around Piazza di Spagna.
#7
Osare Roma takes a contemporary approach to both sea and land, presenting creative dishes in a modern, polished setting on Via Alessandria. Seafood has a prominent role, alongside imaginative pasta and house-made fish salami, with a solid wine menu to complete the experience.
Charming, attentive service and a composed atmosphere make it especially suitable for diners seeking a more inventive dinner rather than a traditional trattoria meal.
#8
Pierluigi offers a polished seafood setting around Piazza de' Ricci, pairing traditional flavours with contemporary gastronomic touches. The menu, wine cellar and cocktail bar create plenty of scope for a celebratory lunch, elegant dinner or private dining occasion, while the attractive outdoor setting adds to its appeal.
Signature seafood such as spaghetti alle vongole with lemon fits naturally into a refined, destination-style meal; advance booking is recommended.
#9
Osteria La Gensola occupies a quiet corner of Trastevere, tucked beside Piazza della Gensola and well suited to a calm evening meal. Its casual Roman character, welcoming team and outdoor seating create an appealing setting for traditional cooking with a seafood-friendly outlook.
The intimate location feels removed from the busiest routes, making it a strong choice for diners who prefer atmosphere, detail and a slower pace; booking ahead is advisable.
#10
Aquamarina offers a quiet, classy setting on Via dell'Umiltà, with seafood presented in a refined style and staff ready to explain dishes and suggest food-and-wine pairings. The atmosphere is better suited to an elegant lunch or dinner than a quick stop, while delicate seafood preparations and a polished dining room shape the experience.
It works particularly well for couples or visitors seeking a composed meal near Rome’s historic centre.
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Use the map to see how the options are spread across Rome. Trastevere works well for a fish-focused meal, while the Spanish Steps area brings several central choices within an easy walking route.
Check the distance from your hotel or plans, then confirm opening hours and table availability before setting out.
MARE NOSTRUM Seafood on Viale Aurelio Saffi is the clearest fit for a dedicated fish meal in Trastevere. Its menu includes raw seafood, Mazara red prawns and grilled seafood, with daytime and evening service that can work for different schedules.
Confirm the current hours and reserve ahead when possible.
Capo Boi is a strong choice for Sardinian seafood in an elegant setting, while Pierluigi offers a more polished occasion around Piazza de’ Ricci, with seafood, wine, cocktails and outdoor seating. The best choice depends on whether you prefer regional cooking or a broader celebratory experience.
Marea Hostaria keeps seafood as its main focus but also serves familiar Italian dishes such as bruschetta, cacio e pepe and amatriciana. Ristorante Donna Roma has a broader menu with seafood spaghetti, sea bass, burrata and truffle pasta.
These formats make it easier to accommodate different tastes.
Osare Roma on Via Alessandria takes a contemporary approach to sea-and-land cooking. Seafood has a prominent role alongside imaginative pasta, house-made fish salami and a considered wine menu.
It is better suited to diners looking for a modern, composed dinner than a quick traditional stop.
Booking is sensible for popular seafood addresses, weekend dinners and celebrations. Several restaurants in this guide are suited to planned occasions, and busy central locations can fill quickly.
Before leaving, confirm the opening hours, the available seating and whether the dishes you want are on the current menu.