Rome
Looking for tiramisu in Rome? This guide takes you from freshly assembled portions in Trastevere to all-day pastry counters on V. Aurelia, cosy tastings near Via dei Sediari and late dessert stops around the Vatican. Compare neighbourhood, opening hours, takeaway convenience and flavour variety, then check availability before setting out, especially when you have a specific time or want a table.
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#1Pastries
Breakfast
€7 drink and food aperitivo
Pastries anchor the offering at this cake shop on Circonvallazione Appia, where the daily 6am opening makes an early breakfast possible. For a later visit, the €7 aperitivo pairs a drink with a selection of food, giving you another reason to stop beyond a sweet break.
#2Tiramisù prepared in front of you
Popcorn caramel and Oreo-Nutella combinations
Neapolitan moka coffee
Tiramisú Merisù Trastevere prepares tiramisù in front of you, turning dessert into a small show on Via di S. Francesco a Ripa.
The pastry shop offers inventive combinations such as popcorn caramel and Oreo-Nutella, alongside artisanal coffee made with a Neapolitan moka. Service is quick even when the queue builds, and takeaway portions make it easy to save one for later.
#3Small pastries
Traditional Italian recipes
Savory bites and sandwiches
Small pastries sit alongside savory bites and sandwiches at this cake shop on V. Aurelia 428, so a visit can cover both a sweet craving and something more substantial. The selection combines traditional Italian recipes with distinctive flavors, while daily opening from 6 am to 9 pm allows for breakfast or an evening dessert stop.
#4Classic tiramisù and other flavours
Cannoli
Gelato and coffee
Pompi on Via Albalonga is a dessert restaurant, café and gelateria known for its tiramisù, with multiple flavours alongside a classic version. The location suits a quick sweet stop, breakfast or relaxed coffee, and cannoli are another appealing choice.
It opens early, from 7am, and stays open until 11pm or midnight depending on the day, making it easy to fit into a Rome itinerary.
#5Banana and chocolate tiramisù
Strawberry and wild-berry combinations
Near the Spanish Steps
Pompi’s Via della Croce shop is a convenient dessert stop near Rome’s Spanish Steps area, with tiramisù available in several flavours beyond the traditional version. Banana and chocolate, strawberry and wild-berry combinations add variety, while quick, organised service suits visitors fitting dessert into a busy day.
The shop opens daily from 11am to 9:30pm.
#6Classic tiramisù and alternative flavours
Artisanal pastries and gelato
Coffee and breakfast
At Piazza del Risorgimento 43, close to the Vatican area, Pompi serves classic tiramisù alongside other flavours, with artisanal pastries and gelato also on offer. Coffee and breakfast make it an option earlier in the day, while midnight closing on Friday and Saturday leaves room for dessert after an evening out.
#7Handmade tiramisù
Charcuterie and cheeses
Burrata and olives
Handmade tiramisù shares the menu with charcuterie, cheeses, burrata and olives at this small restaurant on Via dei Sediari. Several small portions can make a light lunch to share or a tasting stop centred on dessert. Seating is limited by the compact space, so reservations are advisable.
The essentials
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Pasticceria Tiramisù Roma | 4.6 | 77 | Breakfast or aperitivo |
| #2 | Tiramisú Merisù Trastevere | 4.4 | 3,654 | Made-to-order tiramisù to take away |
| #3 | Tiramisu' | 4.4 | 787 | Sweet and savory breakfast stops |
| #4 | Pompi | 4.3 | 10,555 | Tiramisù with coffee or gelato |
| #5 | Pompi | 4.3 | 7,714 | Tiramisù near the Spanish Steps |
| #6 | Pompi | 4.2 | 3,999 | Dessert stops near the Vatican |
| #7 | Mr. 100 Tiramisù | 4.1 | 7,095 | Shared light lunches and dessert |
For businesses
The map
Use the map to match dessert with the rest of your day. Trastevere and the Spanish Steps area suit central walking routes, while the Vatican and Via Aurelia options help when you are already on the west side. Check the spread between stops, opening times and whether you need a seated table before choosing a detour.
Tiramisù Merisù Trastevere prepares portions in front of you on Via di S. Francesco a Ripa. It is a useful choice for a dessert stop with takeaway convenience, especially if you want to see the preparation and try a less traditional flavour.
Tiramisu' on V. Aurelia opens from 6am and combines pastries with coffee and savoury bites. Pompi on Via Albalonga starts from 7am, while the Appia option is also suited to an early pastry stop. Check the schedule for the day you plan to visit.
Mr. 100 Tiramisù is the clearest choice for a seated dessert experience, with an intimate setting and small plates to share. Reserving ahead is advisable, particularly when you are visiting at a busy time or need a table for a group.
Pompi offers the classic version alongside combinations including banana and chocolate, strawberry and wild berry. The Via della Croce shop is handy near the Spanish Steps, while the Piazza del Risorgimento location works well for a Vatican-area dessert stop.
POMPI at Piazza del Risorgimento is close to the Vatican and also serves coffee, gelato, breakfast pastries and artisanal sweets. Its opening hours often extend late, particularly on Friday and Saturday, but confirm the current closing time before going.
