Baccano
Italian Seafood · Trevi, Rome
Restaurant in Rome, Italy
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Seafood-First Dining
Chef
Nabil Hadj Hassen
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Baccano is a sensible central-Rome pick when seafood is the priority and the group wants a safer choice near the Trevi Fountain area. OAD recognition gives it more credibility than many convenience-led addresses nearby, though La Terrazza or La Terrazza di Lucullo are stronger occasion plays if location and budget allow.
About Baccano
Is Baccano in Rome worth booking? Yes, if the brief is Italian seafood in Rome. The cuisine is Italian seafood, the chef/owner is Nabil Hadj Hassen, the dress code is smart casual, the restaurant is open daily from 12 pm to 12 am. Baccano also has Opinionated About Dining recognition: Casual in Europe Recommended in 2026 and Casual in Europe Ranked #682 in 2024.
Seafood is the reason to choose it, not just the address
The case for Baccano is strongest when the group wants Italian seafood in Rome. Its cuisine focus gives the restaurant a clear role in an itinerary, especially for diners comparing it with other Rome options rather than choosing a meal only by convenience.
For a Rome short list, compare Baccano with other relevant options depending on the occasion. La Terrazza, La Terrazza di Lucullo, Trattoria al Moro, Don Pasquale Restaurant & Bar, El Porteño are other names to consider when deciding which meal best fits the plan.
A practical first-timer pick in Rome
The main advantage is clarity. Baccano has an Italian seafood focus, daily 12 pm to 12 am hours, a smart casual dress code, OAD recognition. These details make it easier to place Baccano in a Rome dining plan.
Do not treat it as the automatic choice for every occasion. If the priority is Italian seafood at Baccano, the fit is clear. If the group wants a different mood, compare it with La Terrazza, La Terrazza di Lucullo, Trattoria al Moro, Don Pasquale Restaurant & Bar, or El Porteño, depending on the style of meal you want.
Use the wider Rome planning pages if this meal is part of a full itinerary: Our full Rome restaurants guide, Our full Rome hotels guide, Our full Rome bars guide, Our full Rome wineries guide, Our full Rome experiences guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12 pm–12 am · Tuesday: 12 pm–12 am
- Location
- Via delle Muratte, 23, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
- Website
- baccanoroma.com
- Phone
- +39 06 6994 1166
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Baccano presents a refined, seafood-forward personality rooted in Rome’s historic core. The kitchen’s respect for seasonality and clean, direct flavors gives the menu a sophisticated edge while the bistro format keeps things approachable. Guests encounter bright, saline-forward raw starters — freshly shucked oysters and precise raw preparations — followed by warm, composed mains that emphasize texture and balance. Located on Via delle Muratte, the restaurant feels tied to the rhythms of the historic centre: lively daytime trade that eases into a polished evening service where consistent execution and ingredient quality drive the experience.
Best For
Baccano is an excellent pick for daytime lunch and a reliable dinner destination in the historic centre. It welcomes a steady stream of lunch guests and sustains service late into the night, so it suits travelers and locals looking for a solid meal across the day. The menu’s refined yet approachable style makes the restaurant a natural choice for date nights, group dinners, and special-occasion meals. Because bookings often fill for dinner, plan ahead for evening reservations, especially if you’re coming with a group or aiming for a prime dinner slot.
Ordering Tips
Start with the raw and chilled first courses to taste the restaurant’s focus on fresh seafood — freshly shucked oysters and precise crudo-style preparations appear frequently. Follow with a pasta or composed main: the Seafood Linguine showcases seasonal catches with clams and prawns, while grilled and composed mains highlight texture and balance. The kitchen balances small plates and more substantial mains, so share a few starters before moving to a larger dish. Expect seasonal variations and sustainable sourcing; book ahead for dinner to secure a table and ask about that day’s catches when you order.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and elegant French bistro atmosphere with dim lighting, retro feel, padded benches, and warm ambiance reminiscent of a Parisian brasserie.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- carbonara
- cacio e pepe
- tiramisu
- amatriciana
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12 pm–12 am
- Tuesday
- 12 pm–12 am
- Wednesday
- 12 pm–12 am
- Thursday
- 12 pm–12 am
- Friday
- 12 pm–12 am
- Saturday
- 12 pm–12 am
- Sunday
- 12 pm–12 am
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to look if this is not the right fit
If the group wants classic Roman cooking instead of seafood, Trattoria al Moro is the cleaner substitute. If the brief is a more formal Italian seafood occasion, compare La Terrazza before committing.
Restaurant context
How Baccano compares in Rome
Choose Baccano when location and seafood focus matter more than a destination-dining frame. Against Don Pasquale Restaurant & Bar, it reads as the clearer seafood choice; Don Pasquale is the more natural fit if the group wants a hotel-restaurant setting and broader Italian comfort.
Trattoria al Moro is the stronger pick for a classic Roman meal, especially for first-timers prioritizing tradition over seafood. El Porteño is not a direct cuisine comparison, but it works as the obvious alternative when the group wants a livelier, non-Italian dinner rather than another Rome seafood meal.
For Italian seafood specifically, La Terrazza and La Terrazza di Lucullo are the more occasion-oriented comparisons. Baccano is the practical central option; those two are better suited to diners willing to make the meal the main event.
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Compare Baccano
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baccano | Rome | Italian Seafood | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #682 |
| Don Pasquale Restaurant & Bar | Rome | No published awards | ; |
| Trattoria al Moro | Rome | No published awards | ; |
| El Porteño | Rome | No published awards | ; |
| La Terrazza | Punta Ala | Italian Seafood | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| La Terrazza di Lucullo | Capri | Italian Seafood | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baccano good for a special occasion?
Yes, if you want an Italian seafood meal in Rome with external recognition, including Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Recommended in 2026 and Ranked #682 in 2024. For a different occasion style, La Terrazza or La Terrazza di Lucullo may also be worth comparing.
Can I eat at the bar at Baccano?
Bar dining is not specified for Baccano. If that matters, confirm directly with the restaurant before planning around it. Trattoria al Moro is another option to consider when comparing Rome dining plans.
Is lunch or dinner better at Baccano?
Baccano is open daily from 12 pm to 12 am. Choose the timing that best fits your Rome itinerary; no separate lunch or dinner format is specified. La Terrazza di Lucullo may be worth comparing as part of a broader Rome short list.
What should I wear to Baccano?
The dress code is smart casual. A neat, polished outfit is the safest approach for Baccano in Rome. Don Pasquale Restaurant & Bar is another Rome option to consider when comparing practical dining plans.
