Italy’s Cheapest and Most Expensive PIZZA!! Worse Than Pizza Hut!!

In this blog post, we embark on a culinary journey through Rome, Italy, to explore the spectrum of pizza prices—from the most affordable to the extravagantly expensive. Inspired by a similar challenge in New York City, we dive into the heart of Italy, the birthplace of pizza, to experience its authentic flavors at three different price points. Join us as we taste pizzas that range from a humble €9 to an opulent €1,170.30. Let's get started!

The Affordable Delight: Ivo a Trastevere

Our first stop is Ivo a Trastevere, an iconic pizza joint that has been serving delicious pizzas for 62 years. Despite its legendary status, the prices remain incredibly affordable. The cheapest pizza on the menu is a simple marinara for just €7. However, we opted for the Capricciosa Pizza, a more elaborate option priced at €9.

Capricciosa Pizza
• Ingredients: Dough, marinara, mozzarella, mushrooms, pork sausage, black olives, egg, and prosciutto.
• Price: €9.00 / USD 9.66

The pizza is a visual and culinary delight, featuring a generous spread of toppings. The egg yolk adds a creamy texture, while the prosciutto and sausage provide a savory punch. The unique aspect of this pizza is that it's eaten with a knife and fork, starting from the center and working your way out. The combination of flavors is both simple and delicious, making it a fantastic value for money.

The Mid-Range Marvel: Bonci Pizzarium

Next, we head to Bonci Pizzarium, a place renowned for its unique approach to pizza. Here, pizzas are sold by the slice and cut with scissors, not pre-cut. The menu is ever-changing, offering a variety of toppings that you won't find in typical pizzerias.

Multi Pizza Box
• Ingredients: Guanciale (pork cheek) pizza, spaghetti pizza, tripe pizza.
• Price: EUR 32.56 / USD 34.91

Bonci Pizzarium offers a plethora of unique toppings, from pork cheek and asparagus to tripe and even spaghetti. The crust is light and crackers, providing a perfect base for the rich and varied toppings. The spaghetti pizza, in particular, stands out for its innovative use of pasta as a topping, creating a lasagna-like experience. While the tripe pizza may not be for everyone, the adventurous combinations make this place a must-visit.

The Extravagant Experience: Tartufi & Friends

Our final destination is Tartufi & Friends, a truffle-centric restaurant that takes pizza to a whole new level of luxury. The highlight here is a pizza that incorporates premium ingredients like truffle, foie gras, and 100-year-old balsamic vinegar.

Premium Pizza
• Ingredients: Mozzarella, caviar, foie gras, truffle shavings, balsamic vinegar.
• Price: €152.64 EUR / $163.64 USD (Pizza + Truffle), €1,170.30 EUR / $1,254.61 USD (with Balsamic Vinegar)
This pizza is a masterpiece, combining the rich flavors of truffle and foie gras with the sweetness of aged balsamic vinegar. The truffle caviar adds an extra layer of luxury, making each bite an unforgettable experience. The crust is perfectly baked, and the mozzarella is incredibly creamy, making this pizza worth every penny for those who can afford it.

Conclusion: Which Pizza is Worth It?

After trying pizzas at three different price points, it's time to decide which one offers the best value for money. While each pizza was unique and delicious in its way, the mid-range option at Bonci Pizzarium stood out the most. The variety of toppings and the innovative approach to pizza-making made it a memorable experience worth the slightly higher price.