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Tiramisu is the quintessential Italian dessert. The sumptuous combination of ladyfingers dipped in coffee and topped with a luscious mixture of mascarpone cheese, eggs, sugar, and cocoa is the perfect way to end a meal, provided you’ve left enough room. Or it can also be a great afternoon treat. Tiramisu is my go-to dessert in any Italian restaurant. I have had excellent tiramisu in Rome at various restaurants and specialty shops. Read on to learn about my favorites!
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Best Tiramisu in Rome
While tiramisu is one of the first desserts many people will think of when they think of desserts from Italy, its history is actually quite short.
Nobody is quite sure when it was first created, but there are no references to it before the late 1960s or early 1970s. Le Beccherie, a restaurant in Treviso near Venice, claims to have invented it, but this can’t be verified.
As a result, although the Veneto region claims tiramisu to be its own, it’s not exclusive to any one region of Italy. Given its short history, it has also been open to creative interpretations, although, as with any food in Italy, there are, of course, tiramisu purists.
There are several great places to eat tiramisu in Rome, including regular restaurants that offer it as part of their dessert menu as well as specialty shops that only sell different takes on tiramisu.
Tiramisú Merisù Trastevere
First, we’ll explore Rome’s tiramisu shops, which specialize in the dessert and offer creative versions as well as traditional ones.
Tiramisú Merisù in Trastevere has a variety of tiramisu options (plus coffee). First, they offer two sizes of tiramisu: small and large.
Traditional tiramisu is not friendly to many groups with dietary restrictions; however, Tiramisú Merisù has something for everyone. They offer decaf, gluten-free, lactose-free, and vegan options so everyone can enjoy their delicious tiramisu.
Every tiramisu is made to order, which is cool. It does mean that service can take a bit, leading to a bit of a line. But this is what allows them to have all of the custom options. There’s even a mirror above the counter so you can watch the action.
In addition to traditional tiramisu, Tiramisú Merisù offers a variety of other flavors, including caramel, pistachio, amaretto, berries, Oreo & Nutella, and more.
Since I wanted to try one of the creative flavors, I went for the Oreo & Nutella. It was tasty.
One note is that in this particular case, the Oreos actually replace the ladyfingers, making it even less of a traditional tiramisu than other adventurous flavors. This can be a pro or con depending on your perspective, as you get tasty oreo goodness, but you lose out on the soaked soft ladyfingers.
Address: Via di S. Francesco a Ripa, 29, 00153 Roma RM, Italy (map)
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Mr. 100 Tiramisù
If you have seen a viral Instagram reel or Tiktok video about tiramisu in Rome, chances are it was about Mr. 100 Tiramisù, which is located in a busy area of Centro Storico right between the Pantheon and Piazza Navona.
The specialty shop’s claim to fame is that they offer 100 different tiramisu flavors made fresh daily (though not all are necessarily available each day). As a result, people queue down the narrow street to have a taste. Just watch out for cars!
You can either eat in or take it away. This is one place that I definitely recommend going to with friends; this way, you can order more flavors and share. If you want more than just tiramisu, Mr. 100 Tiramisù also offers meat and cheese plates, as well as wine.
There’s no sign listing all of the tiramisu flavors outside, so hopefully, this menu will help you make your decision while you wait in line. Otherwise, you might be overwhelmed like I was!
The alcoholic ones are a unique specialty, in case you haven’t had your fill at Rome’s excellent cocktail bars.
Since it was fairly early in the day, we skipped the alcoholic tiramisu. Instead, we had the pistachio tiramisu, a house favorite.
I have to say, pistachio is an excellent addition to tiramisu!
Address: Via dei Sediari, 11/12, 00186 Roma RM, Italy (map)
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Two Sizes
Two Sizes is another popular tiramisu shop in Rome. It’s takeaway only, and there can be queues, but they move quickly. A sign hangs over the counter saying “the best tiramisu in town.”
The shop offers five tiramisu flavors (classic, caramel, pistachio, peanut butter, and strawberry) and cannoli. As you may have guessed, the homemade tiramisu portions come in two sizes: small and big.
Address: Via del Governo Vecchio, 88, 00186 Roma RM, Italy (map)
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Pompi Tiramisù
Pompi Tiramisù is an excellent shop selling tiramisu near the Spanish Steps. I recommend getting an order and then heading over to the plaza to people watch. They also have locations near the Trevi Fountain and the Vatican, as well as in Florence.
In addition to several flavors of tiramisu, the shop sells other pastries (including cannoli) and gelato. The tiramisu flavors include classic, pistachio, strawberry, hazelnut, banana and chocolate, and salted caramel. They also offer special seasonal flavors such as piña colada and mango & peach.
I enjoyed the salted caramel tiramisu, along with a mini cannolo.
Address: V. della Croce, 88, 00187 Roma RM, Italy (map) – Spanish Steps
Address: Via Santa Maria in Via, 17, 00187 Roma RM, Italy (map) – Trevi
Address: Piazza del Risorgimento, 43, 00192 Roma RM, Italy (map) – Vatican
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Antica Falcone
These last two places on my list are great pasta restaurants in Rome that also have excellent tiramisu. I had tiramisu for dessert in many places, but these two were my favorites.
Antica Falcone was recommended to me by a friend specifically for their tiramisu, which she said was the best she’d ever had. However, don’t sleep on the rest of their menu.
The no-frills neighborhood trattoria north of Vatican City is a local favorite, the sort of place where old men go for lunch. You can sit outside or inside the spacious, bright dining room. The history of the place goes back to the 1400s when an inn was first opened at the location.
The tiramisu at Antica Falcone is just a perfect classic tiramisu.
The ladyfingers were not too soggy, nor were they too dry. Everything tasted fresh. It was also so creamy, with perfect ratios of ingredients.
If you visit Antica Falcone, be sure to leave room for dessert.
Address: Via Trionfale, 60, 00195 Roma RM, Italy (map)
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al42 by Pasta Chef Rione Monti
Al42 is a popular new-generation restaurant. Visitors queue up for some of the best pasta in Rome.
However, the service is fast, and the queue moves pretty quickly, thanks to the friendly host. You can also order food for takeaway. It’s not a place for a leisurely meal, but for some pasta and dessert in between seeing the nearby famous landmarks of Rome, it’s great.
The tiramisu at Al42 is excellent.
It’s well-balanced between all the flavors, with lots of rich creaminess. The proportions are good, and it tastes fresh.
Address: Via Baccina, 42, 00184 Roma RM, Italy (map)
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These are just a few of the many great places for tiramisu in Rome. What are your favorites?
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