Our favorite chain pizza al taglio (by the slice) place is busy with local workers, lured in by an enticing range of toppings that proffer something outside the norm. Combinations might include Emmental and courgette, or aubergine with chilli. There are a couple of seats inside, but they'll only serve as a brief perch.

meals €10

This neighbourhood trattoria is the sort of place that's busy on a wet Wednesday lunch in November. It's far from refined with its dated decor and brusque service, but the typical Roman food hits the mark – try its trademark bucatini all’amatriciana (pasta with tomato, pancetta and chilli peppers) – and helpings are generous.

meals €30-35

Best gelato place in Rome! Flavour names are in Italian so be ready to translate.