Best Asian Food Restaurants in Italy

"Set atop Palazzo Fendi, where the Italian luxury brand has its flagship store, Zuma is nothing if not chic. The Japanese-inspired bar serves signature cocktails, as well as Italian wines by the glass, plus small nibbles like edamame or crispy calamari. Not only is the bar above the Fendi store, but it is also set in the very heart of Rome's most fashionable district, so the customers tend to look like they may have just stepped off a runway."

"What could be more glamorous that nibbling on a piece of sashimi sitting at a rooftop terrace in the centre of Rome?. At Zuma you can fulfil this dream, the trendiest Japanese restaurant found in cities like Miami, Dubai, New York and Hong Kong has chosen Palazzo Fendi for it’s Italian debut restaurant. Having opened in April 2016, Zuma is furnished with hot, vibrant colours, tohiki ceramic tiles and Thai wooden tables."

"This trendy Japanese restaurant (found in cities like Miami, Dubai, New York and Hong Kong) has chosen Palazzo Fendi for it’s Italian debut restaurant. Having opened in April 2016, Zuma is furnished with hot, vibrant colours, tohiki ceramic tiles and Thai wooden tables. The menu is a mix of cold dishes, salads, dishes cooked on the robata (a type of Japanese grill), sushi and sashimi."

"Nojo is a contemporary, stylish and trendy restaurant in the Ponte Milvio area. It’s a melting pot of locals and internationals that love Japanese fusion cuisine. It’s one of my favorite restaurants in Rome."

"Via San Martino 104, 00015, Monterotondo ItalyChinese, Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian, ThaiLunch, DinnerDelivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Off-Street Parking, Wine and Beer[email protected]+39 06 906 6392http://www.kotuki.it"

"Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Off-Street Parking, Wine and Beer"

"Specializing in Thai and Malaysian dishes, the pad thai, dumplings, and spring rolls served at Thai Inn are the perfect antidote to your pizza and pasta hangover, and delicious at that. Added bonus: diners are brought sliced carrots and cucumbers with a peanut dipping sauce to munch on while they decide what to order. Via Federico Ozanam, 94 +39 0658203145 Open: Mon – Sat 6.30 – 11.30 pm, Sun 12 noon – 3 pm, 6.30 – 11.30 pm"

"Via del Porto Fluviale 67b, 00154 Rome ItalyItalian, Chinese, Japanese, Seafood, Mediterranean, Sushi, AsianLunch, Dinner, DrinksOutdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Reservations, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Buffet[email protected]+39 06 574 0260http://www.ladoganafood.com"

"Not many tourists make it to the Parioli side of town, but those who do are pleasantly surprised by a Roman neighbourhood like none other. Associated with Rome’s upper middle classes, Parioli is a tantalising mix of elegant townhouses and cool eateries, although you have to know where to go as its sprawling boulevards can get confusing pretty quickly. Enter Palmerie Parioli, a multi-storey house of tropical vibes, secret gardens and DJ sets serving much better food than you might expect."

"The trend for fusion cooking certainly isn’t new to Roman retaurants, but Le Asiatique really stands out. Located inside a palazzo from the 700s, the typically Roman aristocratic space is decorated with pieces of Asian art. The restaurant opened in December 2016 and the menu focuses on Japanese dishes (ramen, soba and udon) but also Chinese and Thai food."

"Piazza Mattei, 18 (Jewish Ghetto)Mon-Sat 12:00pm -8:00pmexibart.com. Founded in 1975 by Pio Monti, a member of the Italian contemporary arts scene and an avant-garde contemporary of Andy Warhol, this gallery is located in the beautiful Roman Ghetto. The gallery specializes in showing art that possess deep meaning and magnificent emotions."

"Contemporary Cluster is an art gallery for the art enthusiasts, where art, architecture, design, fashion and music all come together under one roof. This three story gallery is a place where you can socialize at events and openings with artists and locals alike. Located at the historic centre of Palazzo Cavallerini Lazzaroni, this place has been voted as the Best Italian Hybrid Space of 2019 by Artribune, the leading arts magazine of Italy."

"Via dei Barbieri 7 (Largo Argentina)Tues-Wed: 10am-8pm, Thurs-Sat: 10am-2amcontemporarycluster.com. Contemporary Cluster integrates many disciplines: Art, Architecture, Design, Music, Fashion, and Jewelry Design, into one complete cultural offering. Their gallery is located in the historic centre in a trendy space that doubles as a bar."

"Located not far from the Vatican, Panificio Bonci is a bakery opened by internationally renowned baker and Pizzarium founder Gabriele Bonci in 2012. Bonci trades in Roman bakery classics like loaves of bread, cookies, cakes, pastries, and some prepared foods, such as impeccably roasted chicken. There’s pizza al taglio (by the slice), too, and the toppings are far more mainstream than the creative combos you’ll find atop pies at Pizzarium nearby."

"Rome’s superstar baker and pizzaiolo Gabriele Bonci initially gained fame for his gourmet pizza-by-the-slice joint, Pizzarium, close to the entrance to the Vatican Museums. His bakery, Panificio Bonci, is just a few minutes away in the Prati neighbourhood. Here the chef showcases his breads, as well as a selection of pizzas and baked goods, all prepared with specialty flours."

"This is considered one of the best pizza places, if not the best Pizza al Taglio in Rome. It is more of an institution than a pizza place. It is a bit of a hike from the Vatican Museums but worth it for a very creative post-Vatican tour quick meal."

"With multiple locations around the city, Il Gianfornaio is a great bet for a really satisfying aperitivo. This bakery serves amazing breads, pizzas of all flavors and savory tarts during its unlimited buffet in the evenings, so its a perfect choice for the carb-fiend in you. The bakery is open all day and is a nice option for a casual breakfast, lunch or a quick snack in between as well."

"Via marmorata, 159 (Testaccio) Monday – Wednesday 7.30am – 8.30pm, Friday – Saturday 7.30am – 9pm, Sunday 8am – 8.30pmilGianfornaio. Insider tip: this bakery, found in the kitchen of Rome, is a huge space with loads of choices for seats. There is a Parisian feel here, despite being seeped in Italian culinary tradition."

"Corso del Rinascimento, 89 (Centro Storico) Tuesday – Sunday 8am – 9.30pm. Insider tip: a little hidden gem close to Piazza Navona, this tiny pasticceria focuses on the sweet traditions of Rome. Much appreciated by locals, it is not very well known by tourists, which makes it the perfect place to visit."

"The Jewish Museum of Rome, or Museo Ebraico di Roma, is housed in the Great Synagogue of Rome. The museum is focused on exhibits dedicated to the history of Jewish people in Rome dating back to the second century. The museum also showcases a collection of art created by Jewish artists."

"Found near the Forum, in Piazza del Campidoglio, the museums consist of two imposing buildings: the Palazzo dei Conservatori and the Palazzo Nuovo, linked by the Galleria Lapidaria tunnel. The museums were born when Pope Sixtus IV bequeathed bronze statues to the citizens of Rome in 1471, making these the oldest museums in the world. Amongst paintings and sculptures by the greatest artists, you’ll find a few unique treasures, such as the original sculpture of the Capitoline Wolf, the 1277 Ritratto di Carlo I d’Angiò di Cambio, the first sculpture of a living person, and the enormous equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius."

"Step back in time at the Capitoline Museums, found in the Colosseo district just outside the Colosseum, in order to explore some of the best Greek and Roman artifacts in the city. The Museo Capitolino is housed in a 17th century structure based on a sketch by Michelangelo, and it is home to works like the Dying Gaul and the enormous statue of the emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, both of which are made from bronze. Its most famous work however is probably Lupa Capitolina, a sculpture of Romulus and Remus under a wolf."

"The Capitoline Museums in Rome is actually a single museum that houses a collection dedicated to both art and archaeology. The museum's origins date back to the 15th century and Pope Sixtus IV, who donated ancient bronzes and set them upon Capitoline Hill, which is how the museum came to be. The Capitoline Museums were opened to the public in 1734 by Clement XII. As a result, the Capitoline Museums now own the honor of being the world's first-ever museum."