Il Maritozzaro

A Trastevere legend: a no-frills corner bar open 24 hours a day, every day, since 1960, dedicated entirely to the maritozzo. Owner Emilio Agostini is a purist — the maritozzo is simply a perfectly soft, sweet bun evenly split and generously filled with fresh cream. No gimmicks, no flavoured fillings. The dough recipe is a secret; the result is extraordinary. The late-night crowd is as much of the experience as the pastry. 'Everyone comes here after a long night out,' Emilio says.