Bonci Pizzarium, Pizza counter near Vatican City, Rome, Italy
Bonci Pizzarium is a pizza counter near Vatican City in Rome where rectangular pies are prepared at an open counter. The doughs are made through an extended process, and pizzas are portioned by weight and served right away.
The shop opened in 2003 under Roman chef Gabriele Bonci and reshaped pizza al taglio through new recipes and techniques. Since then it has become a model for crafted pizza-making.
The pizzas here follow Roman baking traditions using local ingredients and a specially fermented dough. You notice how the craftsmanship and ingredient quality shape every bite you take.
The shop operates nearly every day but is small and draws large crowds, especially during lunch and dinner times. It helps to visit during quieter hours and keep cash on hand in case card payments encounter issues.
The shop has over a thousand different pizza recipes in its repertoire but produces only a small selection each day. This means you can try something new every time you return.
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