Excellent, affordable Roman sandwiches near the Spanish Steps with quick counter service; great for a casual bite, but expect crowds and occasional service or quality inconsistencies.
Il Salumaio excels at what it does—fresh, made-to-order sandwiches with quality Italian salumi at budget-friendly prices steps from the Spanish Steps. However, inconsistent execution across pizza and aperitivo offerings, combined with cramped seating and peak-hour crowds, prevents it from reaching higher territory. For quick, quality sandwich stops in central Rome, it delivers reliable value.
One caveat: Queues can be long at peak; limited seating makes lingering tough