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Giggetto

Trattoria DA GIGGETTO AL PORTICO D'OTTAVIA. For any information on allergens present in the dishes, please consult the allergen register which will be provided by the staff on duty. *frozen product

Via del Portico d`Ottavia, 21/a, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

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Our Specialties
First Courses
Main Courses
Fish
Side Dishes
Cheeses
Fruit
Desserts
Drinks
Our Specialties

Jewish-style Artichoke

Carciofo alla Giudia

Artichoke fried twice according to Jewish-Roman tradition. The leaves become crispy like chips while the heart remains tender. An iconic Roman appetizer.

7
$8.00

Boneless cod fillet

Filetto di baccalà spinato

Desalted cod fillet, coated in a light batter and fried until golden. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Classic Roman street food.

7
$8.00

Stuffed Zucchini Flower

Fiore di zucchina ripiena

Fried zucchini flower stuffed with stringy mozzarella and an anchovy fillet. Coated in batter and fried. A perfect balance between the sweetness of the flower and the saltiness of the anchovy.

3
$3.00

Suppli 'al telefono' (each)

Suppli al telefono (Cad.)

Fried rice croquette with tomato and a melted mozzarella center. Breaded and fried. It's called 'al telefono' (on the phone) because the hot mozzarella forms a string when pulled apart.

3
$3.00

Potato croquette

Crocchetta di patate

Mashed potato croquette, breaded and fried in a cylindrical shape. Soft and flavorful, a classic fried appetizer.

3
$3.00

Cod Croquette

Crocchetta di Baccalà

Fried croquette made from cod and potatoes. Flavorful and crispy, a delightful way to enjoy fish.

4
$5.00

Bread

Pane

(portion)

Basket of homemade bread served to accompany the meal. Ideal for 'making the plate clean' with the sauces from the first courses.

1.50
$2.00
First Courses

Seafood Risotto or Spaghetti

Risotto o spaghetti alla pescatora

Dish based on mixed seafood (mussels, clams, shrimp, squid) in a light tomato sauce or white sauce. Available with rice or spaghetti.

20~

Spaghetti with clams

Spaghetti con vongole veraci

Spaghetti served with fresh clams, garlic, oil, chili pepper, and parsley. A simple yet flavorful classic of Italian seafood cuisine.

18
$21.00

Penne Arrabbiata

Penne all'arrabbiata

Short pasta dressed with a spicy tomato sauce, garlic, and chili pepper. Often finished with fresh parsley.

14
$16.00

Spaghetti with tuna

Spaghetti al tonno

Spaghetti dressed with tomato sauce and tuna. A flavorful and robust dish.

15
$17.00

Rigatoni with pajata

Rigatoni con pajata

A historic dish of Roman cuisine. Pasta served with a tomato sauce and the milk-fed veal's small intestine (pajata), which gives it a unique and creamy flavor.

18
$21.00

Fettuccine with artichokes

Fettuccine con i carciofi

Long, flat fresh pasta served with sautéed fresh artichokes. A delicate dish that enhances the flavor of Roman artichokes.

16
$19.00

Fettuccine with porcini mushrooms*

Fettuccine con funghi porcini*

Fresh egg pasta dressed with flavorful porcini mushrooms. Fragrant and earthy, a classic autumn dish.

18
$21.00

Fettuccine with ragù or tomato sauce

Fettuccine al ragù o al pomodoro

Fresh egg pasta served with your choice of classic meat ragù or simple tomato and basil sauce.

14~

Stuffed Cannelloni

Cannelloni ripieni

Fresh pasta rolls filled with minced meat, covered in béchamel and tomato sauce, baked in the oven.

20
$23.00

Spaghetti Carbonara

Spaghetti alla carbonara

One of Rome's most famous dishes. Spaghetti dressed with a cream of egg yolk, pecorino romano, crispy guanciale, and abundant black pepper.

16
$19.00

Rigatoni all'Amatriciana

Rigatoni alla gricia

The ancestor of carbonara and amatriciana. Pasta dressed with crispy guanciale, pecorino romano, and black pepper. No tomato and no eggs.

16
$19.00

Bucatini all'Amatriciana

Bucatini all'amatriciana

Thick spaghetti dressed with tomato sauce, crispy guanciale, pecorino romano, and a touch of chili pepper. Strong and flavorful taste.

16
$19.00

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe

Tonnarelli cacio e pepe

Fresh pasta similar to spaghetti but thicker, dressed with a cream made by emulsifying grated Pecorino Romano and abundant toasted black pepper.

16
$19.00
Main Courses

Fried Artichokes

Fritto di Carciofi

Artichoke quarters battered and fried. Crispy and tasty.

22
$25.00

Grilled veal loin

Lombata di vitella ai ferri

Prime cut of veal cooked on the grill. Tender and juicy meat, served simply to enhance its natural flavor.

22
$25.00

Ossobuco with mushrooms and peas*

Ossobuco funghi e piselli*

Cut of beef with the central bone, slow-stewed with mushrooms and peas in a rich sauce. The meat becomes very tender and falls off the bone.

26
$30.00

Fried vegetables

Fritto vegetale

Selection of battered and fried seasonal vegetables. A rich side dish or a light main course.

20
$23.00

Mixed Fry

Fritto misto

Mixed fried meats and vegetables, Roman style. Usually includes lamb chops, artichokes, zucchini, and other seasonal ingredients.

24
$28.00

Mozzarella in Carrozza

Mozzarella in carrozza

Mozzarella sandwich enclosed between two slices of bread, dipped in egg and fried. Golden and stringy.

16
$19.00

Eggplant Parmesan

Melanzane alla parmigiana

Layers of fried eggplant baked with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan. Rich and comforting.

24
$28.00

Grilled beef fillet

Filetto di bue ai ferri

Noble cut of beef cooked on the grill. Very tender and lean.

30
$35.00

Beef fillet with green pepper

Filetto di bue al pepe verde

Beef fillet served with a creamy green pepper sauce. An international cuisine classic with a strong yet refined taste.

32
$37.00

Grilled beef steak

Bistecca di manzo ai ferri

Grilled beef steak. Simple and tasty, for red meat lovers.

24
$28.00

Coratella with Artichokes

Coratella con Carciofi

Traditional Roman dish made from lamb offal (lung, heart, liver) cooked in a pan with artichokes, onion, and white wine. Intense and characteristic flavor.

24
$28.00

Tripe Roman-style

Trippa alla romana

Tripe (beef stomach) slow-cooked in a tomato sauce with Roman mint and pecorino. Tender and flavorful.

26
$30.00

Oxtail stew

Coda alla vaccinara

Oxtail stewed for hours with tomato, celery, pine nuts, raisins, and bitter chocolate. The meat becomes very tender and the sauce very thick and rich.

26
$30.00

Roast lamb

Abbacchio arrosto

Roast suckling lamb with potatoes, rosemary, and garlic. Tender and fragrant.

26
$30.00

Lamb chops 'scottadito' (finger-burning)

Costolette d'abbacchio alla scottadito

Lamb chops quickly cooked on the grill. Strictly eaten with hands, hence the name 'scottadito' (finger-burning).

26
$30.00

Hunter-style lamb

Abbacchio alla cacciatora

Lamb cooked in a pan with vinegar, rosemary, garlic, and anchovies. A rustic dish with a strong flavor.

22
$25.00

Fried lamb brain

Cervello d'abbacchio fritto

Battered and fried lamb brain. It has a creamy texture and a delicate flavor.

22
$25.00

Fried lamb sweetbreads

Animelle d'abbacchio (fritte)

Fried lamb glands (thymus). Crispy outside and soft inside, considered a delicacy of the Roman 'quinto quarto' (fifth quarter).

22
$25.00

Veal tongue in green sauce

Lingua di vitella in salsa verde

Boiled veal tongue, thinly sliced, served with a sauce made from parsley, anchovies, capers, and garlic.

20
$23.00

Saltimbocca alla Romana

Saltimbocca alla romana

Thin slices of veal topped with prosciutto and sage, cooked in white wine and butter. A quick and flavorful main course.

20
$23.00

Bauletti alla Giggetto

Bauletti alla Giggetto

House specialty. Stuffed meat rolls, cooked in a flavorful sauce.

22
$25.00

Roast veal

Arrosto di vitella

Classic roast veal cooked in the oven, served sliced with its cooking juices.

18
$21.00
Fish

Fried Shrimp

Fritto di Gamberi

Fresh shrimp, floured and fried. Crispy and flavorful.

28
$32.00

Fried Calamari and Shrimp

Fritto di Calamari e Gamberi

The classic mixed fried seafood with calamari rings and shrimp. Served with lemon.

25
$29.00

Grilled Sea Bass

Spigola ai ferri

Whole or fillet fresh sea bass cooked on the grill. Fish with white and delicate flesh.

25
$29.00

Grilled Sea Bream

Orata ai ferri

Fresh sea bream grilled. Firm and flavorful flesh, seasoned with oil and lemon.

25
$29.00

Fried anchovies

Aliciotti fritti

Breaded and fried fresh anchovies. A humble blue fish dish, but rich in flavor and omega-3.

22
$25.00

Anchovies with endive

Aliciotti con l'indivia

Baked dish of anchovies and endive (scarola). A typical dish of Jewish-Roman cuisine.

22
$25.00
Side Dishes

Spinach

Spinaci

Boiled spinach sautéed with garlic and oil, or served with lemon.

7
$8.00

Chicory

Cicoria

Field chicory sautéed in a pan with garlic, oil, and chili pepper. Characteristic bitter taste.

7
$8.00

Mixed salad

Insalata mista

Fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, and other seasonal vegetables.

7
$8.00

Peas* with ham

Piselli* al prosciutto

Sweet peas cooked in a pan with diced prosciutto and onion.

9
$10.00

Broccoli

Broccoli

Roman broccoli boiled and dressed with oil and lemon, or sautéed.

7
$8.00

Puntarelle in anchovy sauce

Puntarelle in salsa d'alici

Catalonian chicory sprouts served raw with a dressing of oil, garlic, vinegar, and pounded anchovies. Fresh and crunchy.

10
$12.00
Cheeses

Roman Caciottina

Caciottina Romana

Fresh cheese made from sheep's or mixed milk, typical of the Rome area. Delicate flavor and soft texture.

8
$9.00

Parmigiano Reggiano

Parmigiano Reggiano

Aged hard cheese, served in flakes or pieces. Rich and savory flavor.

8
$9.00

Pecorino Romano

Pecorino romano

Aged and salted sheep's cheese. Very intense and spicy flavor.

8
$9.00
Fruit

Strawberries

Fragole

Cup of fresh strawberries, served plain or with lemon and sugar.

7
$8.00

Strawberries with ice cream

Fragole al gelato

Fresh strawberries served with a scoop of cream or vanilla ice cream.

8
$9.00

Pineapple

Ananas

Slices of fresh pineapple.

7
$8.00

Pineapple with ice cream

Ananas al gelato

Fresh pineapple served with ice cream.

8
$9.00
Desserts

Desserts from the counter

Dolci al carrello

Selection of homemade cakes and desserts shown at the counter.

8
$9.00

Churned ice cream

Gelati mantecati

Creamy artisanal ice cream. Classic Italian flavors.

6~

Ice cream drowned in coffee or liqueur

Gelato affogato al caffè o al liquore

Cream or vanilla ice cream served immersed in hot espresso coffee or a liqueur.

8~

Black/White Truffle (Ice Cream)

Tartufo nero/bianco (Gelato)

Famous frozen dessert from Pizzo Calabro. A sphere of chocolate and hazelnut ice cream (black) or coffee and milk (white) with a molten center.

6~

Tiramisu (Ice Cream)

Tiramisù (Gelato)

Tiramisu flavored ice cream, with notes of coffee, mascarpone, and cocoa.

6
$7.00

Lemon sorbet

Sorbetto al limone

Light and refreshing frozen dessert made from lemon juice and sugar. Excellent as a digestive.

6
$7.00
Drinks

Mineral water (1/2 liter)

Acqua minerale (1/2 lit.)

50cl bottle of mineral water.

2
$2.00

Mineral water (1 liter)

Acqua minerale (1 lit.)

1-liter bottle of mineral water.

4
$5.00

House Wine (1 liter)

Vino della Casa (1 lit.)

Carafe of local wine, white or red, produced in the vicinity of Rome (Castelli Romani).

12~

Coffee

Caffe

Traditional Italian espresso.

2
$2.00

Barley Coffee

Caffè d'orzo

Hot caffeine-free beverage made from roasted barley. Similar to coffee but lighter.

3
$3.00

Decaffeinated Coffee

Caffè decaffeinato

Decaffeinated espresso.

3
$3.00

Cappuccino

Cappuccino

Espresso with hot milk and milk foam.

3.50
$4.00

Tea

The

Hot tea.

3.50
$4.00

Chamomile

Camomilla

Chamomile flower infusion, relaxing.

3.50
$4.00

Corrected Coffee

Caffè Corretto

Espresso with a small amount of liqueur added (usually grappa or sambuca).

3.50
$4.00

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