What to order at Volpetti

Must order
The cheese flight tasting at the counter and a salumi board with prosciutto di Parma.
Signature dishes
Cheese flight, Salumi platter, Pasta lunch
Editor tip
Open Mon to Sat 08:00-14:00 and 16:30-20:15. Closed Sunday. Cheese tour by request.
CuisineItalian
Price€
NeighborhoodTestaccio
HoursMon-Sat 09:00-20:30, Sun closed
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Location

Address: Via Marmorata 47, 00153 Roma, Rome

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