Latteria

There’s a certain magic in finding a place that feels like the authentic heartbeat of a neighborhood. In the lively, charming streets of Rome’s Trastevere district, that place for us was Latteria. This cute spot is a wonderful wine bar that focuses on local and regional wines, and if you’re a wine lover, this is a spot you need to try.

First and foremost, Latteria is a wine bar. While they do serve food, their passion and focus are clearly on the incredible selection of wines they offer. Each bottle is carefully selected by the owner, with an emphasis on quality, small-batch, and local Italian wines. The service is as wonderful as the wine list—friendly, helpful, and happy to guide you, whether you’re ordering by the glass or the bottle.

We stopped in for a pre-dinner glass of wine, and the experience was perfection. But what truly made it special wasn’t just the delicious wine in our glasses. It was the atmosphere. We sat and watched the buzz of the area come to life as locals gathered to meet friends and loved ones, unwinding together after the day.

There is something truly wonderful about visiting another country and simply taking it all in—observing the daily rituals and the simple joy of connection. Sitting at Latteria, sipping our wine, we felt like we were part of that beautiful, everyday rhythm. It was more than just a drink; it was a snapshot of Roman life, and it was a moment I won’t forget.