The 10 Best Places for Burgers in Rome

Rome is perfect place both for eager travellers and foodies all around the world. Though quite famous symbol of an American pop culture, burger restaurants rightly took over the Eternal City. However, little did you know that the origins of such simple yet incredibly delicious dish date back centuries ago.

Well, hear this out. In 10th century when Genghis Khan, crowned the “emperor of all emperors”, and his “Golden Horde” conquered two thirds of the world, they certainly did not have time to make long layovers and eat proper meals. Thus, they used to take scrapings of lamb or mutton and form them into flat patties. The latter were put under the saddle of each horsemen and consequently were softened both by the saddle and horse’s back. They could then eat the patty while riding into the battle. Thus, this was the earliest record of modern burger’s origins.

However, the modern name and appearance of the burger is usually attributed to 1800s

This was the time of a major European migration influx to America. Thus, migrants were served quickly grilled patties put between two pieces of bread throughout their journey. Almost all ships have departed from the Hamburg Line port; hence, that is where the name comes from.

Nowadays, this super popular dish is present in menus of restaurants all over the world and Rome is no exception. So, following is the list of 10 best burger restaurants you can find in the Eternal city.

Smoke Ring

Delicious beef brisket cooked in the finest Texas tradition is awaiting to overwhelm you in Smoke Ring restaurant. This first ever American smokehouse in Rome presents its customers with variety of dishes prepared from the smoked meat traditionally cooked according to the ‘Low and Slow’ technique. The atmosphere of this restaurant makes it stand out from the typical Italian steakhouse restaurants. So, grab you friends and family and enjoy your American experience in Rome!

• Webpage: www.smokeringroma.com
• Address: Via Portunese 86, 00153

Luppolo Station

Roaring twenties, jazz and Art Nouveau. These are three words that best describe Luppolo Station restaurant. When visiting this cozy place, you will be offered a wide range of crafted beer from all over the world, which will be accompanied with either typical dish of the Roman cuisine or gourmet burger, which you probably never tasted before. Very often Luppolo Station organizes life band performances, which adds up to the atmosphere of the restaurant and will surely make your stay in Rome more memorable.

• Webpage: www.luppolostation.com
• Address: Via Giuseppe Parini 4, 00152

Open Baladin

The Open Baladin restaurant has become famous for serving over 100 bottles of beer from the best Italian brewers. So, visiting this restaurant will surely brighten up your Italian experience. The good news is also that is one of the best burger places here in Rome. Additionally, Open Baladin offers delicious daily specials that will satisfy every visitor’s taste. The magic atmosphere of Open Baladin, combined with the magic of Rome, is just too charming to miss.

• Webpage: www.baladin.it/open-baladin-roma
• Address: Via degli Specchi, 6, 00186

Hard Rock Cafe

Modern Rome, the capital of Italy, has been said to have one foot in the past and one in the present, with 2,000-year-old relics right next to ultra-glam fashions and society.

Thus, according to the webpage of Hard Rock Café in Rome:

“We (Hard Rock Café) mirror that feeling at our Italian Hard Rock Cafe location with an upbeat, modern feel, super cool Hard Rock merchandise, and a veritable colosseum of music memorabilia. A few touches of classical Rome will remind you of the amazing destination you’re visiting, such as elaborately painted ceilings and Corinthian-style columns.”

So, go ahead and drop a visit to famous burger place in whole Italy!

• Webpage: www.hardrockcafe.com
• Address: Via Vittorio Veneto 62A/B, 00187

T-burger station

T-burger station rightly takes up the fifth position in the list of the best Roman burger spots. As you understood from its name, this restaurant specializes on burgers and therefore have quite a variety of them to offer to the visitors. Plus, this is the only place that offers free WI-FI and is located next to the famous Pantheon.

• Webpage: www.t-burger.it/
• Address: Via della Palombella 34, 00186

The Burger Factory

The Burger Factory in Rome testaccio was born in counter trend to all hamburgers that offer low quality products at mid-range prices. This place claims to use only the finest products. Black Angus Texan beef, fracosta Prussian beef and Danish picanha are the meat that characterize their burgers. So, if you are the real burger lover this is definitely the place worth visiting.

• Webpage: www.the-burger-factory-roma.business.site
• Address: Via Giovanni da Castel Bolognese 20

Roadhouse Restaurant

Roadhouse Restaurant comes at the seventh position in our list. They proudly claim to be the restaurant where quality can be felt not only in the taste of the dishes it offers, but also in the quality, technological facilities and the overall atmosphere that the restaurant offers. You will be glad to know that one of the many Roadhouse restaurants conveniently settles on the main Roman shopping and historical center. Additionally, almost every day of the week, Roadhouse restaurant presents its customers with number of special offers.

• Webpage: www.roadhouse.it
• Address: Corso Vittorio Emanuele II 254, 00186

T&C Burger Lab

If you are a bit tired of the Italian cuisine (which is by the way nearly impossible), try out T&C Burger Lab. Homemade burgers and potato fries will make you enjoy your Roman holidays to the fullest.

• Address: Via Urbana 35, 00184

Tommi’s Burger Joint

Initially opened in Iceland in 1981, this burger restaurant chain spread across the major cities in the world and of course Rome became one of them. Tommi, the founder of the restaurant, put all his heart and passion into delivering his customers the selection of burgers the restaurant now serves. Enjoy the signature style of Tommi’s burgers in the center of Rome!

• Webpage: www.burgerjoint.it
• Address: Viale Giulio Cesare 193/195, 00192

Meccanismo

The last, but definitely not the least in the list of the best Roman burger restaurants in Meccanismo. Located in the heart of historical district of Trastevere, this restaurant offers wide range of sandwich and burger choices, but only. Served with Meccanismo’s famous home-made potato chips these burgers will definitely leave you feeling happy and ready to further explore the beauty of the Eternal city.

• Webpage: www.meccanismoroma.it
• Address: Piazza Trilussa 34, 00153

Author: Kate Zusmann

I have lived in the Eternal City for the past 12 years. They say every angle of Rome has its history, and I'm here to tell you about the most intriguing historical facts and city legends. :)