Rome Trastevere: Food & Wine Walking Tour with Pasta Dinner

Summary

Rome evenings in Trastevere tasting wine pasta gelato with locals

You’ll wander Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood tasting regional wines, homemade supplì, three types of pasta at a family trattoria, and artisan gelato—all guided by a local who knows every story behind each bite. Expect laughter over spritzes in lively piazzas and honest insight into eating like a Roman long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

“Wait, is that the smell of fresh bread or am I just hungry again?” That’s how our Rome food & wine tour in Trastevere started—me, clutching a glass of prosecco while our guide, Marco, waved a plate of cured meats under our noses. The street outside buzzed but inside the little enoteca it was all low chatter and clinking glasses. Marco told us to try the pecorino first (“It’s from Lazio, not Tuscany!”), and I swear I could taste the countryside in it—salty, grassy, somehow warm. We were only ten minutes in and I’d already lost count of how many times I’d said “wow” under my breath.

I didn’t expect to fall for supplì—the fried rice balls—at this old spot Marco called “his second home.” The owner grinned when he saw us coming. He handed me one still hot from the fryer; tomato sauce oozed out when I bit in and burned my tongue a little (worth it). We wandered over cobblestones toward a bar packed with locals laughing over spritzes. Marco explained how Aperol spritz became a Roman thing—not just Venice—and then we took ours out into Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere. The basilica glowed gold against the sky and someone played guitar nearby. I remember thinking, “So this is what evening tastes like here.”

The next stop was this tiny enoteca where the owner picked out three bruschette for us—one with truffle paste that nearly made me cry (in a good way). We tried both red and white wines; honestly, after that third glass my Italian got braver but not better. Marco laughed at my pronunciation (“Bruschetta with a hard ‘k’!”) and nobody seemed to mind if we lingered. By the time we reached dinner at the trattoria—a place run by one family for decades—I felt like part of some secret club. Three pastas came out family-style; cacio e pepe was so peppery it made me cough but everyone just passed more wine.

We finished with gelato on the street—hazelnut for me—and stood around talking about everything except calories. There was something about being led through Trastevere by someone who knew every shortcut and every face behind the counter. It didn’t feel like a tour exactly, more like being let in on how Romans really eat (and laugh). I still think about that truffle bruschetta sometimes, you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Trastevere food and wine

• Meet guide and group over prosecco
• Sample cured meats and cheeses
• Try best supplì at family restaurant
• Enjoy Aperol spritz at iconic bar
• Visit Basilica of Our Lady
• Taste three bruschette with red and white wine
• Dine on family-style pasta and wine
• End with artisan gelato

Top questions

How long does the Rome food & wine tour last?

The standard evening tour lasts around 3-4 hours; there is also a shorter 6:15pm option.

Is dinner included on this Trastevere food tour?

Yes, a family-style pasta dinner with wine is included along with tastings throughout the evening.

Are drinks included on this Rome food tour?

Yes, you’ll have prosecco or wine at several stops plus an Aperol spritz during the walk.

Does this Rome food & wine tour include gelato?

Yes, artisan gelato is included as the final treat before ending the tour.

Is pickup included for this Trastevere food tour?

No hotel pickup; you meet your local guide at the starting point in Trastevere.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated on this Rome walking tour?

The tour can be adapted for vegetarians, pescatarians, dairy-free or gluten-free diets if notified at booking.

How many people are on each Rome food & wine group?

The group size is limited to 12 people maximum per guide for an intimate experience.

Is this walking tour suitable for children or non-drinkers?

This specific tour isn’t recommended for children or those who don’t drink alcohol due to multiple wine stops.

What’s included

Your evening includes guided walking through Trastevere with an English-speaking local expert, tastings of over ten foods including classic Roman pasta dishes and supplì, six drinks across five eateries (from prosecco to natural wines), plus artisan gelato to finish—no need to worry about planning dinner or finding your way between stops.