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Castroni

Rome's gourmet emporium since 1932

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The story

Founded by Umberto Castroni in 1932 on Prati's main shopping street, this huge food hall stocks Italian and international delicacies, and its coffee bar is a Roman morning ritual. Ideal for edible gifts near the Vatican.

🍽️ What to order

Coffee and a cornetto at the bar
Italian edible gifts

💡 Insider tips

A short walk from St. Peter's

Nearby bites

🥖 Panini & Gourmet Sandwiches

Panino Divino

Gourmet panini steps from the Vatican

📍 Prati / Vatican · 💶 €6-10

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🍕 Pizza Bianca & Bakeries since 2012

Panificio Bonci

Gabriele Bonci's bread temple near the Vatican

📍 Prati / Trionfale · 💶 €3-10

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🍕 Pizza Bianca & Bakeries

Lo Zozzone

Warm stuffed pizza bianca next to Piazza Navona

📍 Piazza Navona · 💶 €5-12

🚶 Walk 🚗 Drive Read more →

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