Il Maritozzaro

Maritozzi are pastry treats characteristic of Roman cuisine. They are soft and delicious sweet rolls, similar to brioche, stuffed with whipped cream, served for breakfast throughout Rome. At Il Maritozzaro, they are served around the clock. This place is a tradition in Trastevere, open since 1960. It is not unusual to find large numbers of people enjoying maritozzi here late into the night.

I was just walking around in Testaccio, and I saw a bunch of people eating some cream pastry outside at 10 PM. It was well after dinner, and I was surprised that this place was still open and attracting business.

The first time I passed by, I didn't think much of it. The second time, I decided to try it out. We went inside to find several pastries and donuts. I think you might have to pay first with the cashier, but we went straight to the pastries because they were so beautifully displayed behind the glass windows. It was kind of tough not being able to communicate because they don't speak much English.

The maritozzo is better than I expected! The cream is so fresh. I got another one to eat the next morning!

This place was a two min walk from my hotel. I decided to give it a shot and it was literally the best thing I ate that day. Their whipped crème filled buns are to die for!! I was so skeptical before trying it, but when I did it melted in my mouth. And the woman who works there was super patient with me since I couldn't speak Italian. Don't waste your time going to the many overpraised bakeries in the city center; go here instead.

This is the best pastry shop! The maritozzaro was so delicious and all the other pastries were yummy too. We went here every day we were in Rome once we found it and even got some to take to the airport to have before our flight back home.

On an unassuming corner in Trastevere one finds Il Maritozzaro, and since 1960 this independently-owned Bar has dedicated itself to Rome's signature Pastry while maintaining nondescript hours that usually find the place open from 06h30 until past midnight every day but Monday.

Not far from Stazione Trastevere, a no-frills appearance in a residential neighborhood assuring minimal tourist traffic, it is upon entry that Il Maritozzaro reveals itself as little more than 200 square meters, a lone table seeing most guests belly to the Bar downing Espresso shots before departing with a Pastry in their hand.

Apparently hopping late-night, but also with a steady stream of traffic en route to work, most guests predictably select Il Maritozzaro's eponymous Pastry, the split-top Bun that was once the only sweet allowed during Lent nearly over-loaded with Cream just as it has been since the Middle ages.

Moving beyond Maritozzi, its subtle sweetness seeing the substantial portion eat lighter than one might expect, those seeking something more sugary should consider a Peach-shaped Biscuit sandwiching Custard while an unlabeled asterisk with Raisins and glaze shows Il Maritozzaro to also perform well with laminated Pastry.

Not about to forgo Sfogliatelle, tight layers shattering to the tooth before yielding citrusy Ricotta, a rounded Torta Caprese finished the morning with a slightly dry crumb but plenty of Cocoa suspended in the bittersweet matrix.

Take the advice of Conchita's review! You must have the pastry called the maritozzi! We came here while we were on vacation and saw her review and decided to give it a try!

The old man who was working spoke almost no English but was happy that we made the effort to try and communicate with him in Italian. He was very sweet and insisted we both have a maritozzi. We were not disappointed! It's hard to describe but do yourself the favor and come by this little shop, you won't regret it!

I went here every morning during my visit. Just wonderful! Very friendly and kind to me, even though I had no idea what I was doing or saying

WOW!!!! If you are in Roma, you MUST try the pastry here called, Maritozzi. It is beyond amazing!!!

My family and I stumbled upon this place and when the maritozzi caught my eye through the glass display, I asked the gentleman in Italian what it was. He chuckled, abruptly grabbed a piece of pastry paper, grabbed the maratozzi, handed it to me (in my face) and said in Italian, "Bite it!" His voice was demanding and his confidence was so evident that I just had to obey. And then there was AWE!!!! Completely amazing. I had never had anything like it. Had he charged me 100 euros for it, I probably would have paid it and ordered another one to go. Luckily, it was only about 1.50.

Take my word for it, you must try it. It will be one of the best pastries you ever had!

P.S.
I did dare ask where the recipe came from and the gentleman in charge of the register (the owner of this gem), explained that the recipe was his father's. He shared a picture of he and his twin brother in his father's arms as infants. That just made this place that much more special for my family and I.

Viva il maritozzi!!!

Stopped by for a quick breakfast! Excellent Maritozzaro! My friend and I sat outside in the window. Quick easy and delicious!

Da qui si deve uscire con chiari ed evidenti segni del delitto commesso : schizzi di panna ovunque , addentando i maritozzi farciti con avidità e decisione ! Non c'è dubbio .. Il maritozzo e' al di la' di ogni dubbio ROMANO e qui ha il suo regno ... La fragranza , quel leggerissimo retrogusto nell'impasto di arancia , la velatura di zucchero cristallizzato ... e la panna ... la panna ... LA PANNA !!
E chi lo dice che la libibidine e' solo prerogativa del sesso ?
Ragazzi , non avete già l'acquolina in bocca ?
.... Voi sognate .... Io sono al terzo ! ;)