5 Great Breakfasts And Brunches Close To The Vatican

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why compromise when that much-needed energy for the daily touring of Rome’s most fascinating museum and site is at stake? We’ve put together a collection of places close to the Vatican which offer great breakfast and brunch menus, a real treat in the heart of the Eternal City.

La Veranda

La Veranda is possibly one of the most refined and extravagant restaurants in Rome. It garnered particular attention because some scenes in the Oscar-winning, controversial film The Great Beauty by Paolo Sorrentino were shot here. In Rome it is also renowned because of its Sunday brunch, a lavish meal which awakens and refreshes even the most drowsy of visitors.

Coromandel

Restaurant, Italian, European

With fresh ingredients employed in the preparation of the delicious breakfasts here and sumptuous brunches accompanied by vintage furnishings, this restaurant boasts a menu of paninis, toasties, smoothies, eggs, bacon, burgers, several kinds of teas and herbal teas, cake, biscuits, and so much more to boot. Situated just across the Tiber from the streets around Vatican City, it’s a fine choice to dine before hitting the museums of Rome.

Borgo 139

In Borgo 139 customers assemble their own panini with fresh ingredients and delicious combinations. Whether you prefer to choose freely from the various delicious ingredients on offer or prefer to entrust the friendly staff with your choice, you will not be disappointed! For the sweet-toothed there is also the Nutellone, with Nutella, mascarpone cheese and hazelnuts.

Bar Latteria Giuliani

Bar, Romanian

Established in 1912, this is one of Rome’s finest historic bars. It specializes in Italian breakfasts: cappuccino and various sorts of pastries. With cheap espressos and the great value it offers, Bar Latteria Giuliani will convince any tourist that this is not just your usual brunch bar but an authentic Roman joint where Romans come and go every day.

SMAXS il chiosco

For something a little different in the proximity of the Vatican City, head over to the humble little street food kiosk of SMAXS il chiosco. Spilling out onto the pavements of Viale Giulio Cesare, this bubbling joint serves up home-made pastries and filled breads, along with plenty of local Italian wines and tipples, the perfect choice for kick-starting a day of culture in the Vatican Museum.

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Luca Pinelli

Luca is an Italian studying medieval and modern languages in England with a passion for food, art, and nature. He loves reading, writing, taking pictures and learning new things - and he always tries to advertize his city with poor results. Traveling is something Luca cannot do without, although he always feesl limited by the little time he has - he likes to do more stuff than he actually manages to do. Time generally slips through Luca's fingers and he hates that feeling. 24/7 books lover, he finds literature particularly appealing and loves having his head buried in books.