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Via del Portico d`Ottavia, 21/a, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
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.
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.
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.
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.
Potato croquette
Crocchetta di patate
Mashed potato croquette, breaded and fried in a cylindrical shape. Soft and flavorful, a classic fried appetizer.
Cod Croquette
Crocchetta di Baccalà
Fried croquette made from cod and potatoes. Flavorful and crispy, a delightful way to enjoy fish.
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.
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.
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.
Penne Arrabbiata
Penne all'arrabbiata
Short pasta dressed with a spicy tomato sauce, garlic, and chili pepper. Often finished with fresh parsley.
Spaghetti with tuna
Spaghetti al tonno
Spaghetti dressed with tomato sauce and tuna. A flavorful and robust dish.
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.
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.
Fettuccine with porcini mushrooms*
Fettuccine con funghi porcini*
Fresh egg pasta dressed with flavorful porcini mushrooms. Fragrant and earthy, a classic autumn dish.
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.
Stuffed Cannelloni
Cannelloni ripieni
Fresh pasta rolls filled with minced meat, covered in béchamel and tomato sauce, baked in the oven.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fried Artichokes
Fritto di Carciofi
Artichoke quarters battered and fried. Crispy and tasty.
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.
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.
Fried vegetables
Fritto vegetale
Selection of battered and fried seasonal vegetables. A rich side dish or a light main course.
Mixed Fry
Fritto misto
Mixed fried meats and vegetables, Roman style. Usually includes lamb chops, artichokes, zucchini, and other seasonal ingredients.
Mozzarella in Carrozza
Mozzarella in carrozza
Mozzarella sandwich enclosed between two slices of bread, dipped in egg and fried. Golden and stringy.
Eggplant Parmesan
Melanzane alla parmigiana
Layers of fried eggplant baked with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan. Rich and comforting.
Grilled beef fillet
Filetto di bue ai ferri
Noble cut of beef cooked on the grill. Very tender and lean.
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.
Grilled beef steak
Bistecca di manzo ai ferri
Grilled beef steak. Simple and tasty, for red meat lovers.
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.
Tripe Roman-style
Trippa alla romana
Tripe (beef stomach) slow-cooked in a tomato sauce with Roman mint and pecorino. Tender and flavorful.
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.
Roast lamb
Abbacchio arrosto
Roast suckling lamb with potatoes, rosemary, and garlic. Tender and fragrant.
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).
Hunter-style lamb
Abbacchio alla cacciatora
Lamb cooked in a pan with vinegar, rosemary, garlic, and anchovies. A rustic dish with a strong flavor.
Fried lamb brain
Cervello d'abbacchio fritto
Battered and fried lamb brain. It has a creamy texture and a delicate flavor.
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).
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.
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.
Bauletti alla Giggetto
Bauletti alla Giggetto
House specialty. Stuffed meat rolls, cooked in a flavorful sauce.
Roast veal
Arrosto di vitella
Classic roast veal cooked in the oven, served sliced with its cooking juices.
Fried Shrimp
Fritto di Gamberi
Fresh shrimp, floured and fried. Crispy and flavorful.
Fried Calamari and Shrimp
Fritto di Calamari e Gamberi
The classic mixed fried seafood with calamari rings and shrimp. Served with lemon.
Grilled Sea Bass
Spigola ai ferri
Whole or fillet fresh sea bass cooked on the grill. Fish with white and delicate flesh.
Grilled Sea Bream
Orata ai ferri
Fresh sea bream grilled. Firm and flavorful flesh, seasoned with oil and lemon.
Fried anchovies
Aliciotti fritti
Breaded and fried fresh anchovies. A humble blue fish dish, but rich in flavor and omega-3.
Anchovies with endive
Aliciotti con l'indivia
Baked dish of anchovies and endive (scarola). A typical dish of Jewish-Roman cuisine.
Spinach
Spinaci
Boiled spinach sautéed with garlic and oil, or served with lemon.
Chicory
Cicoria
Field chicory sautéed in a pan with garlic, oil, and chili pepper. Characteristic bitter taste.
Mixed salad
Insalata mista
Fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, and other seasonal vegetables.
Peas* with ham
Piselli* al prosciutto
Sweet peas cooked in a pan with diced prosciutto and onion.
Broccoli
Broccoli
Roman broccoli boiled and dressed with oil and lemon, or sautéed.
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.
Roman Caciottina
Caciottina Romana
Fresh cheese made from sheep's or mixed milk, typical of the Rome area. Delicate flavor and soft texture.
Parmigiano Reggiano
Parmigiano Reggiano
Aged hard cheese, served in flakes or pieces. Rich and savory flavor.
Pecorino Romano
Pecorino romano
Aged and salted sheep's cheese. Very intense and spicy flavor.
Strawberries
Fragole
Cup of fresh strawberries, served plain or with lemon and sugar.
Strawberries with ice cream
Fragole al gelato
Fresh strawberries served with a scoop of cream or vanilla ice cream.
Pineapple
Ananas
Slices of fresh pineapple.
Pineapple with ice cream
Ananas al gelato
Fresh pineapple served with ice cream.
Desserts from the counter
Dolci al carrello
Selection of homemade cakes and desserts shown at the counter.
Churned ice cream
Gelati mantecati
Creamy artisanal ice cream. Classic Italian flavors.
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.
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.
Tiramisu (Ice Cream)
Tiramisù (Gelato)
Tiramisu flavored ice cream, with notes of coffee, mascarpone, and cocoa.
Lemon sorbet
Sorbetto al limone
Light and refreshing frozen dessert made from lemon juice and sugar. Excellent as a digestive.
Mineral water (1/2 liter)
Acqua minerale (1/2 lit.)
50cl bottle of mineral water.
Mineral water (1 liter)
Acqua minerale (1 lit.)
1-liter bottle of mineral water.
House Wine (1 liter)
Vino della Casa (1 lit.)
Carafe of local wine, white or red, produced in the vicinity of Rome (Castelli Romani).
Coffee
Caffe
Traditional Italian espresso.
Barley Coffee
Caffè d'orzo
Hot caffeine-free beverage made from roasted barley. Similar to coffee but lighter.
Decaffeinated Coffee
Caffè decaffeinato
Decaffeinated espresso.
Cappuccino
Cappuccino
Espresso with hot milk and milk foam.
Tea
The
Hot tea.
Chamomile
Camomilla
Chamomile flower infusion, relaxing.
Corrected Coffee
Caffè Corretto
Espresso with a small amount of liqueur added (usually grappa or sambuca).
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Peanut Allergy
Contains Fish
Contains Shellfish
Gluten Free
Vegan Options
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Via del Portico d`Ottavia, 21/a, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
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