The Best Tiramisù in Rome for Takeaway

In my opinion, you cannot come to Italy and especially Rome without trying tiramisù. This classic Italian dessert is made with coffee soaked ladyfingers and a creamy mixture of mascarpone, egg yolk, and sugar, all dusted with cocoa powder. While you can find it on almost every restaurant menu in Rome, tiramisù has also made its way into the street food scene. The city now has several small, hole in the wall takeaway spots where you can grab a daily sweet treat while wandering the centre of Rome. In this blog post, I have tested all of these places for you, so you can skip the ones that are only hype and go straight to the best takeaway tiramisù in Rome.

Pompi Tiramisù

I decided to start with probably the most famous takeaway tiramisù spot in Rome, Pompi. Pompi is a real staple here, with several locations across the city. They have been around since 1960, and when I first came to Rome more than ten years ago, I already tried their tiramisù.

First of all, I have to say that the branding at Pompi is very strong. I have always loved their takeaway boxes, which they have had for years now and are very recognisable. When I first tasted their tiramisù, they only offered the classic version and the strawberry tiramisù. Today, however, they have a wide range of flavours. I spotted pistachio, forest fruit, chocolate and banana, hazelnut, and salted caramel. It is also good to know that, while I did not see it clearly in the store, their website mentions a gluten free option, so this is definitely something worth asking the staff about.

A box of takeaway tiramisù at Pompi costs five euros, which is in line with most of the other places I tested. You get a generous portion for that price, so quantity wise they definitely pass.

While I normally love trying more unusual flavours, for the sake of this review I ordered the classic tiramisù at every spot, just so I could compare them as honestly as possible. Pompi’s tiramisù is good, and reliable if you are craving a classic take on this Italian dessert, though for me personally, the cream feels a bit lighter than I prefer.

Two Sizes

My original, die hard blog readers might remember that I already talked about Two Sizes in one of my very first blog posts ever, which, looking back at it now, feels a bit obscure in the best way possible. Since then, a lot has changed for Two Sizes. First of all, they really stepped up their branding. While their little tiramisù cups were already very recognisable, they now have their logo printed on them, which I really love.

If you are not familiar with Two Sizes, it is a hole in the wall takeaway tiramisù spot, located very close to Piazza Navona in the centre of Rome. They sell five different flavours of tiramisù, classic, strawberry, pistachio, caramel, and peanut butter. And as the name already suggests, they come in two different sizes, big and small. Since my first visit, prices have gone up by fifty cents, with a small cup now costing three euros and a big one four euros. That said, I do think this is very reasonable for the amount of tiramisù you get.

While I am a big fan of their caramel and strawberry flavours, for this review I of course tested the classic one. I really love their tiramisù. I know this is partly personal taste, but I love it when the mascarpone is a bit firmer and creamier, as opposed to more watery, like for example at Pompi. At Two Sizes, the cream is super thick and rich, and one of the sweetest tiramisus on this list. If you are in the city centre and want takeaway tiramisù, this is the place I would head to first.

Mr. 100 Tiramisù

Next on the list is Mr. 100 Tiramisù, located just three minutes away from Two Sizes and also very close to Piazza Navona. Mr. 100 Tiramisù is a pretty unique concept, if you ask me. It is more of a wine and dessert bar, with some seating options, and as the name already suggests, they offer one hundred different flavours of tiramisù. When I first heard about this concept, I honestly thought it had to be some kind of joke, but no, they really do offer one hundred flavours, all written out on a big chalkboard inside the bar.

Even though my heart started beating a little faster with all these flavour options, I still ordered the classic tiramisù, which cost five euros. I liked the cream, but for me the balance of cake to mascarpone was slightly different than I personally prefer. Of course, this could vary by batch, so I would still recommend trying it for yourself. The concept is really fun, and I can imagine it being great to go with friends or family, each trying a different flavour. Overall, it is a fun spot, even if it is a little more touristy.

Tiramisú Merisù

In the beautiful neighbourhood of Trastevere, you can find Tiramisù Merisù, a small spot completely dedicated to freshly made tiramisù. They have locations in both Rome and Madrid. Their main selling point is that they make your tiramisù live, meaning the staff prepares it right after you order.

They offer several flavours, including classic, berries, Oreo, salted caramel and peanuts, pistachio, hazelnut, and Nutella. On top of that, they also have lactose free, gluten free, and vegan options, which I really appreciate.

Tiramisù Merisù is definitely the most expensive takeaway tiramisù spot on this list. A classic tiramisù starts at five euros fifty for the smallest size, while the other flavours start at six euros and can go up to six euros fifty, for example for pistachio. Personally, I find it a bit expensive, but the fact that it is freshly made and you can see it being prepared is really special. The classic version is very coffee-forward, so if you enjoy a strong coffee taste in your tiramisù, this is a place to try.

What If - Il Tiramisù dove vuoi tu

Last but definitely not least is What If – Il Tiramisù dove vuoi tu, which translates to tiramisu wherever you want, a very fitting name for a takeaway spot. This place is not located in the centre of Rome, but close to the Conca d’Oro metro station on line B. If you are not very familiar with public transport in Rome, I have written an article about how to use public transport in the city, which you might find helpful.

The area itself is quite residential, but I actually enjoy that. It feels very local, and you could easily combine your visit with a walk through Villa Ada, for example (I love Villa Ada). Since not many tourists come here, it is a nice way to experience a different side of Rome, and I always like supporting smaller, local businesses.

Now to the tiramisù. Just like the other places on this list, they offer several flavours, such as pistachio and strawberry, but they also have gluten free, lactose free and vegan options. Italy is generally very good when it comes to food allergies, preferences and intolerances, and if this is something important to you, I highly recommend reading my articles about gluten free bakeries in Rome and great vegan bakeries in Rome.

The tiramisù here costs five euros, which I think is a very good price for the quality. The mascarpone is thick and creamy, exactly how I like it, and overall this tiramisù is really, really good. For me, this is one of the top takeaway tiramisus in Rome, alongside Two Sizes.

Conclusion

I never thought there would come a time in my life where I would write fifteen hundred words about tiramisù, but here we are. When life gives you tiramisù, you just have to write about it. I hope this review helps you pick your sweet treat wisely when visiting Rome. And if you didn’t feel like reading everything above, here’s the short version.

If you are in the centre of Rome and want takeaway tiramisù, head to Two Sizes. In my opinion, it is the best, and also the most reasonably priced. The other tiramisù spots might not always match your taste, but if you are up for a little adventure, definitely try What If – Il Tiramisù dove vuoi tu, since it is really, really good too.