Trattoria Pizzeria Porta Maggiore

Mixed selection of Roman specialties that may include cured meats, cheeses, and pickled vegetables. A varied and flavorful start to the meal. It is recommended to accompany it with bread.

Abundant version of the house mixed appetizer, designed for sharing. Includes a variety of cured meats, cheeses, and typical preparations.

Long, thick fresh pasta dressed with a Pecorino Romano cheese cream and abundant black pepper. Intense, savory, and spicy flavor. An unmissable classic of Roman cuisine.

Short ribbed pasta dressed with tomato sauce, crispy guanciale, and pecorino. Rich and decisive flavor with savory and sweet notes from the pork. Iconic Roman dish.

Soft gnocchi artisanally prepared with potatoes and flour. Soft and delicate consistency. Generally served with tomato sauce or cheese.

Spaghetti dressed with an egg cream, pecorino cheese, browned guanciale, and black pepper. Creamy, rich, and very flavorful. Should be eaten hot, immediately after serving.

Fresh ricotta and spinach stuffed pasta. Delicate and light flavor. Usually dressed with butter and sage or simple tomato sauce.

Slow-cooked meatballs in tomato sauce. Soft and juicy. Excellent with bread for 'scarpetta' (mopping up the sauce).

Breaded and fried chicken cutlet, served with roasted potatoes. Crispy outside and tender inside. Simple dish loved by everyone.

Beef offal stewed for a long time with tomato, Roman mint, and pecorino. Traditional peasant dish with an intense flavor and soft texture. Very characteristic.

Grilled pork sausage served with sautéed chicory (bitter vegetable). Perfect contrast between the fat of the meat and the bitterness of the vegetable.

Grilled beef steak, served with roasted potatoes. Simple roasted meat flavor. It is recommended to specify the desired cooking level.

Mixed seasonal vegetables (often zucchini, eggplant, peppers) grilled. Light and flavorful, dressed with a drizzle of oil.

Fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and other raw vegetables. Fresh and crunchy. Ideal for cleansing the palate.

Typical Roman leafy green vegetable, boiled and then sautéed with garlic, oil, and chili pepper. Characteristic bitter taste and fibrous texture.

Potatoes cut into pieces and roasted in the oven, often with rosemary. Crispy outside and soft inside. The classic side dish for meat or chicken.

Small fresh or semi-aged soft cheese. Delicate and milky flavor.

Aged sheep's milk cheese, typical of the area. Hard paste, salty and pungent flavor. Often served in shavings or pieces.

Fresh spun paste cheese. Soft, moist, and with a delicate milky flavor. Excellent on its own or with bread.

Selection of different types of cheeses, from fresh to aged. Ideal for tasting various dairy specialties.

The most classic pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil. Simple and balanced flavor. Symbol of Italian cuisine.

Red-based pizza with mozzarella and sliced champignon mushrooms. Earthy and delicate flavor.

Flavorful pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and salted anchovies. Strong and very savory taste.

Classic pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and cooked ham. Mild and pleasant taste, also loved by children.

Red-based pizza enriched with tomato, mozzarella, ham, and egg. Very nutritious and rich in different flavors.

The house pizza with mozzarella, mushrooms, ham, and artichoke hearts. A rich and varied combination known as 'Capricciosa'.

Pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and spicy salami. Lively and slightly spicy taste.

Flavorful pizza with mozzarella, mushrooms, and sausage. Inspired by the flavors of the forest, rich and tasty.

Slices of toasted bread topped with melted mozzarella and ham. Warm and crunchy appetizer.

Famous layered Italian dessert with ladyfingers soaked in coffee, mascarpone cream, and bitter cocoa. Soft, sweet, and creamy.

Egg and milk pudding with a layer of liquid caramel. Gelatinous consistency and sweet flavor of vanilla and caramelized sugar.

Crumbly shortcrust pastry tart usually filled with fruit jam or chocolate cream. Classic homemade dessert.

Spoon dessert made with thickened cream, milk, and sugar. Silky and smooth consistency. Often served with berry, chocolate, or caramel sauces.

Fresh pineapple served in slices. Sweet, juicy, and refreshing at the end of the meal.

Fresh seasonal fruit salad cut into small pieces. Often dressed with lemon juice and sugar. Light and healthy.

Small bottle of water, still or sparkling.

Large bottle of water to share at the table, still or sparkling.

Classic soft drinks like cola, orange soda, or lemonade.

Non-alcoholic aperitif drink, usually with a pleasant and fizzy taste, to whet the appetite.

Classic aperitif cocktail (e.g., Spritz) or pre-meal alcoholic beverage.

House wine, red or white, served by the bottle or carafe. Simple table wine that pairs well with meals.

Small glass of draft or bottled beer. Fresh and thirst-quenching.

Large glass of draft beer or a 66cl bottle. Ideal for those who love beer with pizza.

Classic Italian espresso. Short, strong, and aromatic. Drunk at the end of the meal.

Espresso with hot milk and milk foam. Creamy hot beverage.

Typical Italian bitters or spirits (like Limoncello, Amaro del Capo, Grappa). Drunk as a digestif after coffee.

International spirits like Whisky, Rum, or Vodka.