Sarah O’Connell
Spotter since 2025
About me
I first visited Rome in 2015 and moved to the amazing historic center of the city in the summer of 2024. I have a professional background in community mental health. I think it has made me naturally curious about neighborhoods and connecting with the people that make them unique and special. I am also an animal lover and have incorporated working with them into my therapy and meditation practice.
Why Rome?
Rome is so easy to wander through, every turn brings you to a compact street brimming with history and culture! I feel so lucky to have the opportunity to explore all this city has to offer and that nearly every shopkeeper is as excited to meet my standard Poodle as we are to enter and admire stylish clothes, sip a perfect coffee or watch the city life with a spritz in hand (and a few aperitivo snacks to share with my pup).
My spots (20)
Baguetteria del Fico
Sandwiches by Piazza Novana
What sets Baguetteria del Fico apart is the attention to accompaniments, with many of the sauces and garnishes prepared on site. Try their Roman pasta sauces!
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Sarah
O'Connell
Saba Cafe e Cucina
Garden Cafe
Need a peaceful break during a busy day? Come and sit in Saba Caffè's garden and enjoy seasonal pastries and their menu from antipasti to pasta.
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Sarah
O'Connell
La Norcineria di Iacozzilli
Deli in Trastevere
La Norcineria di Iacozzilli isn’t just a place to eat — it’s a place to connect with history, culture, and the timeless joy of simple, delicious food.
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Sarah
O'Connell
Emporio Sant Eustachio
Coffee near Pantheon
Emporio Sant’Eustachio near the Pantheon offers specialty coffee and pastries, including vegan and gluten-free options. Grab a table and enjoy!
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Sarah
O'Connell
Buddy
Vegan Restaurant near Piazza Novona
Cozy vegan spot near Piazza Navona serving creative veggie dishes, organic wines & reinvented Italian classics. Try the chickpea and lentil "meatballs"!
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Sarah
O'Connell
Caffe Peru
Shabby-Chic Cafe
Caffe Peru near Campo de’ Fiori has true Roman charm with its eclectic decor and lively atmosphere. Grab an aperitivo and enjoy people-watching!
by
Sarah
O'Connell
Reserva Restaurante
Upscale Brazilian
Reserva Restaurante blends a chic and modern style with upbeat music, colorful cocktails, seafood and Argentine-inspired dishes in Rome’s historic center.
by
Sarah
O'Connell
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