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La Gattabuia

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Via del Porto, 1, 00153 Roma RM, Italy

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APPETIZERS
FRIED DISHES
BRUSCHETTA
FIRST COURSES
MAIN COURSES
GRILL
PIZZAS
SIDE DISHES
DESSERTS
DRINKS
APPETIZERS

Gattabuia Appetizer (for 2 people)

Antipasto alla Gattabuia (per 2 persone)

6 courses of Roman specialties

A complete tasting of typical Roman appetizers served in six courses. Ideal for sharing to savor various house specialties in a single order.

26
$30.00

Warm focaccia

Focaccia calda

Simple, freshly baked focaccia, crispy outside and soft inside. Perfect to accompany meals or as a snack.

4
$5.00

Warm focaccia with rosemary and Colonnata lard

Focaccia calda con rosmarino e lardo di Colonnata

Warm focaccia topped with aromatic rosemary and thin slices of Colonnata lard that melt slightly with the heat. Rich and flavorful taste.

8
$9.00

Cheese selection

Selezione di formaggi

An assortment of Italian cheeses of various ages and types. Often served with honey or jams to enhance their flavors.

20
$23.00

Selection of cured meats

Selezione di salumi

A platter of mixed Italian cured meats. Includes various types of aged salumi, ideal as a starter.

18
$21.00

White Eggplant Parmigiana in a Casserole

Coccetto di melanzana alla parmigiana bianca

Eggplant prepared in the style of parmigiana but without tomato sauce, served in a hot casserole. Creamy, stringy, and rich in cheese.

7
$8.00
FRIED DISHES

Cod fillet

Filetto di baccalà

Desalted cod fillet, battered and fried until golden. Crispy outside and tender inside, a classic of Roman street food.

5.50
$6.00

Zucchini flower with mozzarella and anchovy

Fiore di zucca con mozzarella e alice

Zucchini flower stuffed with melted mozzarella and a fillet of anchovy, then fried. A perfect contrast between the sweetness of the flower and the savoriness of the anchovy.

4.50
$5.00

Zucchini flower with burrata and sun-dried tomato

Fiore di zucca con burrata e pomodoro secco

Variation of the classic fried zucchini flower, stuffed with creamy burrata and flavorful sun-dried tomatoes. Rich and enveloping taste.

4.50
$5.00

Ragù Supplì

Supplì al ragù

Rice croquette with tomato and minced meat, with a molten mozzarella center, breaded and fried. The quintessential Roman snack.

3.50
$4.00

Chicory Supplì

Supplì alla cicoria

Vegetarian version of supplì with rice seasoned with sautéed chicory. Rustic flavor with a slight bitterness typical of Roman vegetables.

3.50
$4.00

French fries*

Patate fritte*

Classic stick-cut fries, fried to a golden crisp. Perfectly salted, ideal as a side dish or snack.

5
$6.00

Cacio e pepe fries*

Patatine fritte cacio e pepe*

French fries topped with a pecorino cheese cream and abundant black pepper. A decadent twist on the famous Roman first course.

8
$9.00
BRUSCHETTA

With Colonnata lard

Al lardo di colonnata

Slice of toasted bread topped with prized Colonnata lard that melts on the warm bread. Sweet and delicate flavor.

6
$7.00

Sausage, chicory, and Pachino tomatoes

Salsiccia cicoria e pachino

Rich bruschetta with crumbled sausage, sautéed chicory, and Pachino cherry tomatoes. A mix of rustic and bold flavors.

6
$7.00

Tomato and arugula

Pomodoro e rucola

Fresh bruschetta with diced tomatoes and arugula. Light and aromatic, perfect as a summer appetizer.

5
$6.00

Aglio e Olio

Ajo e ojo

Toasted bread rubbed with garlic and seasoned with extra virgin olive oil. Simple but rich in traditional flavor.

3
$3.00

Burrata and anchovies

Burrata e alici

Bruschetta topped with creamy fresh burrata and salted anchovy fillets. A classic combination that balances sweetness and savoriness.

6
$7.00

Ricotta and honey

Ricotta e miele

Sweet and savory bruschetta with fresh ricotta and a drizzle of honey. Delicate and soft on the palate.

6
$7.00

Seasonal

Di stagione

Bruschetta prepared with fresh ingredients available based on the current season. Ask staff for daily details.

6
$7.00
FIRST COURSES

Bucatini all'Amatriciana

Bucatini alla Amatriciana

Thick pasta tubes seasoned with tomato sauce, crispy guanciale, and pecorino romano. One of the signature dishes of Roman cuisine, savory and slightly spicy.

13
$15.00

Rigatoni Carbonara

Rigatoni alla Carbonara

Short pasta served with a cream of eggs, pecorino romano, guanciale, and black pepper. Rich, creamy, and without cream, as per tradition.

13
$15.00

Vegetarian Carbonara Rigatoni

Rigatoni alla Carbonara Vegetariana

Meat-free version of classic carbonara, prepared with eggs, pecorino, and vegetables (often zucchini or similar) instead of guanciale.

13
$15.00

Rigatoni alla Gricia

Rigatoni alla Gricia

The ancestor of carbonara and amatriciana: pasta seasoned with pecorino romano, black pepper, and guanciale, without eggs or tomato. Intense and savory flavor.

13
$15.00

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe

Thick fresh pasta seasoned with an emulsified cream of pecorino romano and abundant ground black pepper. A simple dish but with complex technique and a bold flavor.

13
$15.00

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe with crispy artichokes

Tonnarelli Cacio e pepe con carciofi croccanti

(seasonal)

The classic cacio e pepe enriched with crispy fried artichokes. An addition of texture and flavor that enhances the dish.

14.50
$17.00

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe with crispy zucchini flowers

Tonnarelli Cacio e pepe con fiori di zucca croccanti

Variation of cacio e pepe served with crispy fried zucchini flowers. A delicate and colorful touch to the traditional dish.

14.50
$17.00

Rigatoni with Oxtail Stew

Rigatoni con Coda alla Vaccinara

Pasta with oxtail stew sauce. Very rich, meaty flavor, slightly spiced with celery and unsweetened cocoa often used in the recipe.

15
$17.00

Rigatoni alla Pajata

Rigatoni alla Pajata

A historic dish of Roman cuisine with milk-fed veal intestine, cooked with tomato. The 'pajata' creates a creamy sauce with a unique and bold flavor.

15
$17.00

Burrata ravioli with confit cherry tomatoes and basil reduction

Ravioli di burrata con pomodorino confit e riduzione di basilico

Pasta filled with creamy burrata, served with oven-baked sweet cherry tomatoes and a reduced basil sauce. A fresh, aromatic, and refined dish.

14
$16.00

Tagliatelle with artichokes, guanciale, and pecorino

Tagliatelle con carciofi guanciale e pecorino

(seasonal)

Egg pasta seasoned with artichokes, crispy guanciale, and pecorino cheese. A rich first course that combines flavors of the land and Roman tradition.

14
$16.00
MAIN COURSES

Oxtail Stew

Coda alla Vaccinara

Oxtail stew slowly cooked with tomato, celery, raisins, and pine nuts. The meat becomes very tender and falls off the bone. An iconic Roman dish.

16
$19.00

Trippa alla Romana

Trippa alla Romana

Tripe stewed in tomato sauce with Roman mint and pecorino. A humble traditional dish, very flavorful and with a soft texture.

14
$16.00

Lamb Offal

Coratella di Agnello

Lamb offal (heart, lungs, liver) cooked in a pan with onions and artichokes (when in season). Intense flavor and unique texture.

14
$16.00

Saltimbocca alla Romana

Saltimbocca alla romana

Thin slices of veal with prosciutto and sage, cooked in white wine and butter. Tender and flavorful meat, quickly prepared in a pan.

15
$17.00

Grandma Lilli's Meatballs in Sauce

Le Polpette al sugo di Nonna Lilli

Tender meatballs slowly cooked in tomato sauce, according to a traditional homemade recipe. A comforting and tasty dish.

14
$16.00
GRILL

Mixed Grill Platter (for 2 people)

Gran Misto alla griglia (per 2 persone)

Abbacchio scottadito, lamb skewers, sausage, pancetta, mini burgers, caciocavallo cheese

A generous mixed platter of grilled meats and cheeses, designed for two people. Includes lamb, pork, and beef specialties.

30
$35.00

Abbacchio 'scottadito'

Abbacchio allo “scottadito”

Grilled milk-fed lamb chops. Strictly eaten with hands, piping hot, hence the name 'scottadito' (finger-burning).

18
$21.00

Lamb skewers with Colonnata lard

Arrosticini di pecora con lardo di colonnata

(8 pcs)

Typical Abruzzese lamb skewers, enriched with lard for extra tenderness and flavor. Grilled over charcoal.

12
$14.00

Beef Tagliata

Tagliata di Manzo

Beef sirloin grilled and served sliced (tagliata). Generally served rare or medium-rare.

19
$22.00

Beef Tagliata with Colonnata lard

Tagliata di Manzo con lardo di colonnata

Beef tagliata served with slices of Colonnata lard that melt on the hot meat, making it even more succulent.

20
$23.00

Beef Tagliata with Parmigiano shavings

Tagliata di Manzo con scaglie di parmigiano

Sliced beef served with shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano. The cheese adds savoriness and umami to the grilled meat.

20
$23.00

The Gattaburger

Il Gattaburger

Burger bun with 200g beef burger with sautéed chicory, smoked provola, roasted pancetta, and onion rings. + Served with cacio e pepe fries

Rich and hearty gourmet hamburger with Roman ingredients like chicory and provola cheese. Served with special fries.

18
$21.00
PIZZAS

Cacio e Pepe

Cacio e Pepe

White pizza topped with pecorino romano and black pepper. It echoes the flavors of the famous first course on a pizza base.

11
$13.00

Zucchini Flowers and Anchovies

Fiori e Alici

White pizza with mozzarella, zucchini flowers, and anchovies. A classic Roman combination, savory and delicate at the same time.

12
$14.00

Roasted potatoes and pancetta

Patate al forno e pancetta

White pizza with roasted potatoes and crispy pancetta. Rustic and savory flavor.

11
$13.00

Sausage and sautéed chicory

Salsiccia e cicoria ripassata

Pizza with mozzarella, sausage, and sautéed chicory (slightly bitter and spicy). A classic Roman cuisine pairing.

11
$13.00

Mortadella, burrata, and pistachio

Mortadella burrata e pistacchio

Gourmet white pizza with mortadella, whole or shredded fresh burrata, and pistachio granules. Rich and creamy.

12
$14.00

Forza Roma

Forza Roma

(yellow and red cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and smoked provola)

Colorful pizza with yellow and red cherry tomatoes (the colors of the AS Roma football team), mozzarella, and smoked provola for an extra touch of flavor.

10
$12.00

Margherita

Margherita

The most classic pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil. Simple and universal.

9
$10.00

Marinara

Marinara

Red pizza without cheese, seasoned only with tomato, garlic, oregano, and oil. Very flavorful and light.

8
$9.00

Napoli

Napoli

Pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and anchovies. Savory and traditional.

10
$12.00

Capricciosa

Capricciosa

Rich pizza with tomato, mozzarella, baby artichokes, mushrooms, ham, and olives (and sometimes egg). Very generously topped and varied.

10
$12.00

Four cheese

Quattro formaggi

White pizza with a selection of four different cheeses (usually mozzarella, gorgonzola, and others). Creamy and intensely flavored.

11
$13.00
SIDE DISHES

Roasted potatoes

Patate al forno

Potatoes cut into pieces and roasted in the oven with aromatic herbs (often rosemary). A classic side dish for meat.

5
$6.00

Sautéed chicory

Cicoria ripassata

Boiled leafy greens then sautéed in a pan with garlic, oil, and chili pepper. Bitter and spicy flavor.

6
$7.00

Salad

Insalata

Fresh mixed salad of raw vegetables.

5
$6.00

Jewish-style Artichoke

Carciofo alla giudia

(seasonal)

Whole artichoke fried twice until crispy like a potato chip, opened like a flower. A specialty of Jewish-Roman cuisine.

7
$8.00

Roman Artichoke

Carciofo alla romana

(seasonal)

Cleaned whole artichoke cooked in a pan with oil, garlic, parsley, and mint. Tender and aromatic.

7
$8.00

Puntarelle alla Romana

Puntarelle alla romana

(seasonal)

Catalogna chicory sprouts served raw, dressed with a sauce of anchovies, garlic, and vinegar. Fresh, crunchy, and flavorful.

7
$8.00
DESSERTS

Betta's Dessert

Il dolce di Betta

House specialty. Likely a homemade cake or spoon dessert.

6
$7.00

Tiramisu

Tiramisù

Famous spoon dessert with ladyfingers soaked in coffee and mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa.

6
$7.00

Pistachio Tiramisu

Tiramisù al pistacchio

Variation of classic tiramisu with pistachio cream. Sweet and nutty flavor.

6
$7.00

Lemon Sorbet

Sorbetto al limone

Frozen lemon dessert, refreshing and digestive, often served as a drink or with a spoon.

6
$7.00

Artisanal truffle from Pizzo Calabro

Tartufo artigianale di Pizzo Calabro

Hazelnut and chocolate ice cream shaped like a sphere with a molten chocolate center, covered in cocoa. Calabrian specialty.

6
$7.00
DRINKS

Water 0.75 L

Acqua 0,75 lt

Bottle of mineral water, still or sparkling.

2
$2.00

Canned drink

Bibita in lattina

Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Coca-Cola Zero

Standard non-alcoholic carbonated drinks in a can.

3.50~

Draft Beer 0.2 L

Birra alla Spina 0,2 lt

Small draft beer.

3.50
$4.00

Draft Beer 0.4 L

Birra alla Spina 0,4 lt

Medium draft beer.

6
$7.00

Aperol Spritz

Aperol Spritz

Very popular aperitif cocktail based on Prosecco, Aperol, and soda. Sweet-bitter and orange.

8
$9.00

Campari Spritz

Campari Spritz

Variation of Spritz with Campari instead of Aperol. More bitter and intense red color.

8
$9.00

Wine by the glass

Vino al calice

A glass of house wine or selected wine.

6
$7.00

Amari and Limoncello

Amari e Limoncello

Italian digestive liqueurs served after the meal.

4
$5.00

Grappas and liqueurs

Grappe e liquori

Grappa (pomace brandy) or other liqueurs.

5
$6.00

Coffee

Caffè

Italian espresso.

2
$2.00

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