Heinz Beck—a real legend in the kitchen, honestly—runs Rome’s only three-Michelin-star spot. The place just got a full facelift, and man, they went all out. Think: Rome vibes everywhere, from badass red accents to that signature Roman travertine stone. They even redid the terrace—luckily didn’t mess with the view. That view? It just knocks the wind out of you, every single time. Doesn’t matter if this is your first dinner or your fiftieth, you look out over Rome, sprawling beneath Monte Mario, wrapped in quiet hills, and it’s almost like the city’s holding its breath just for you. Heinz has been throwing down masterpieces here since '94, but somehow he still keeps things fresh—constantly mixing classic Italian moments with those “wait, what even IS this?” creative bursts. Always hunting for the sweet spot between comforting and surprising. Big on Mediterranean flavors, too; you can taste the sunshine, seriously. And here’s the kicker—he’s borderline obsessed (in a good way) with quality, health, and keeping stuff light, sourcing all his ingredients from top-tier, sustainable places. Makes you feel like an actual adult, not just some rando eating fancy food. Oh, and don’t get me started on the wine list. Marco Reitano, the sommelier, is honestly a wizard. He’s got that sixth sense for wine pairings and service, and always manages to sneak in a smile. He’s the guy who ties the whole dinner together—like, literally the cherry on top of the perfect evening.

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You want a straight-up taste of Rome? Pierluigi is where old-school charm crashes right into fancy-dining vibes—smack dab in the middle of the city. Their menu? Legit loaded with whatever’s freshest from the sea or market that day. Like, you’ll probably spot your lunch swimming yesterday. Here’s the kicker: you can chow down outside, surrounded by Renaissance-era buildings, pretending you’re an extra in a historical drama. Feels pretty epic, honestly. Or, if you’re after something a touch classier (maybe your hair’s not cooperating), the inside is slick and low-lit, with a cocktail bar that’ll make you rethink your usual drink order. The staff? Pros—actual pros. The kind that never hover but always seem to have your back just when you need them. And Rome’s in-crowd has been coming here since, I dunno, your grandparents were cool—in 1938. Long story short, if you’re in Rome and you dig great food without the tourist circus, Pierluigi’s basically required eating.

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So, this is their debut in Italy—Zuma Rome, and it’s basically the cool kid on the block, right on top of the Fendi flagship. Sushi? Solid. Wine list? Not just your basic reds and whites, either. The vibe at the bar is all sleek, Japanese-modern, with bartenders who legit look like they’re auditioning for a Netflix mixology show—super creative, super fun drinks. Also—pro tip—you get this killer view of Trinità dei Monti and you won’t hear any cheesy elevator music; they actually nail the whole atmosphere with decent tunes. Good luck finding another spot by the Spanish Steps that hits all those notes.

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