San Marino Food:
Local Cuisine and National Dishes
San Marino and nearby Romagna have a serious claim to the title of best food in Italy - and we’re not the only ones saying it.
Top publications like The Financial Times, The Guardian, and Forbes have praised Romagna as Italy’s ultimate culinary region.
And we agree. From tagliatelle and piadina to some of the best pizza spots around, San Marino is small… but mighty.
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Must-Try National Dishes from San Marino
And if that weren’t enough, San Marino and Romagna also serve:
Ready to eat?
Now that we’ve set the stage, it’s time to dive into our top food picks.
Scroll down to discover:
Where to try real Tagliatelle and other Romagna classics
My favourite Pizza spot (in a quiet local square, far from tourist traps)
The best Piadina I’ve ever had
Buon appetito 🇸🇲
Lasagne
(yeah they're called Lasagne, not Lasagna)
Ravioli
(this one are with sage and butter, typical)
Tagliatelle
(number 1 dish in San Marino!)
The best seafood cuisine
(grigliata dell'Adriatico -Seafood grill)
The best fast food
(piadina... which was born here, obviously)
The holy trinity of fresh pasta:
Where to try real Romagna classics
Ritrovo dei Lavoratori
Tucked away in San Marino’s historic centre - just off the main streets - this cosy spot has been our go-to for authentic Romagna cuisine since our teenage years.
Start with the mixed antipasti (our top pick), then dive into some incredible pasta or a flavour-packed meat grill
- or both, if you're feeling indulgent!
Bonus: the setting is lovely, with charming views to match the food.
My favourite Pizza spot
Insolito Posto
Located in Serravalle square, in the northern part of San Marino and within easy reach of Rimini, this pizza spot is perfect if you want to eat like a local and escape the main touristy areas.
It serves authentic Romagna-style pizza: slightly thinner than the usual, and generously topped.
Bonus: the restaurant’s name, Insolito Posto, literally means “Unusual Place”!
The best Piadina
Il Mattarello
Located in Dogana, near Ausa Park and close to San Marino’s border, this casual spot is a great choice if you’re going for a walk or just passing by by car as you enter or leave the country.
It offers delicious piadine (our typical flatbread) and cascioni - similar to piadina but sealed and stuffed with rich, melty fillings.
In my opinion, this place checks all the boxes for the perfect piadina: tasty, massive, and affordable.
The recommended restaurants truly enhanced our experience in San Marino, with exceptional food and atmosphere.
John, Ireland
Every meal we enjoyed was a delightful discovery, showcasing the rich culinary traditions of San Marino.
Christian, Peru
★★★★★
★★★★★
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