Al Simeto

Name: Al Simeto
Address: Rome
Price range: €2 - €13

★ 4.1 (761) $$Moderate

Appetizers

Tomato Bruschetta

Bruschetta al Pomodoro

(toasted bread with tomato, oil, garlic)

Slice of toasted bread rubbed with garlic and topped with diced fresh tomato, basil, and extra virgin olive oil. Crispy and fresh, it is the quintessential Italian appetizer.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Ham Bruschetta

Bruschetta al Prosciutto

(toasted bread with ham, oil, garlic)

Toasted bread served with slices of cured ham. The saltiness of the cured meat pairs with the crispness of the warm bread.

€2.50 ≈ $3.00

Eggplant Bruschetta

Bruschetta alle Melanzane

(toasted bread with eggplant, oil, garlic)

Bruschetta with eggplant, typically grilled or in oil. Rich flavor and soft texture on crispy bread.

€3 ≈ $3.00

Bruschetta with Lardo di Colonnata

Bruschetta al Lardo di Colonnata

(toasted bread with Lardo of Colonnata)

Warm bread topped with precious Lardo di Colonnata, which melts slightly on contact with the heat. Sweet and delicate taste, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Bruschetta with Stracchino and Mortadella

Bruschetta con Stracchino e Mortadella

(toasted bread with mortadella and Stracchino)

Classic combination of creamy fresh cheese (stracchino) and mortadella. Sweet and milky taste, soft texture.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Mixed Appetizer

Antipasto Misto

(ham, loin, salami, mortadella)

Selection of mixed Italian cured meats such as prosciutto, salami, loin, and mortadella. Ideal for sharing to taste different charcuterie specialties.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Caprese

(sliced fresh tomato and fresh mozzarella)

Fresh salad of sliced tomatoes and fior di latte mozzarella, dressed with basil and oil. A light dish with the colors of the Italian flag.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Mortadella

(mortadella)

Dish of sliced mortadella only, a large pork sausage typical of Bologna with cubes of white fat. Sweet and aromatic flavor.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Prosciutto and Buffalo Mozzarella

Prosciutto e Bufala

(ham and buffalo mozzarella DOP)

Cured ham served with Campana DOP buffalo mozzarella. The contrast between the saltiness of the ham and the milky sweetness of the buffalo mozzarella is highly appreciated.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Bresaola, Arugula and Parmesan

Bresaola, Rucola e Parmigiano

(bresaola, arugula salad and parmesan)

Thin slices of bresaola (cured beef) served with fresh arugula and parmesan shavings. A light, protein-rich, and flavorful dish.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Pizzas and Calzones

Italian

Italiana

(tomato sauce, fresh buffalo mozzarella DOP, cherry tomatoes and basil)

Pizza topped with high-quality fresh ingredients: buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil. Authentic and light taste.

€12.50~ ≈ $14.00

Amatriciana

(tomato sauce, mozzarella, bacon, pecorino cheese)

Pizza inspired by the famous Roman first course. Topped with tomato, crispy guanciale (or pancetta), and pecorino. Decisive and savory flavor.

€13~ ≈ $15.00

Cacio e Pepe

(cheese, black pepper and pecorino cheese)

White pizza with mozzarella, abundant pecorino, and black pepper. It recalls the flavors of classic Roman pasta. Intense and spicy taste.

€13~ ≈ $15.00

Gorgonzola

(mozzarella and gorgonzola)

White pizza with mozzarella and gorgonzola, a blue cheese with a decisive flavor. Creamy and savory.

€12~ ≈ $14.00

Four Cheeses

Quattro Formaggi

(four cheese)

White pizza with four cheeses. A classic for cheese lovers, rich and stringy.

€13~ ≈ $15.00

Green

Verde

(mozzarella and mixed vegetables)

Vegetarian pizza with mozzarella and mixed seasonal vegetables. Fresh and colorful.

€12.50~ ≈ $14.00

Ham Calzone

Calzone Prosciutto

(mozzarella and ham)

Half-moon folded pizza filled with mozzarella and cooked ham. Crispy crust on the outside and soft, stringy filling inside.

€11.50~ ≈ $13.00

Ham and Mushroom Calzone

Calzone Prosciutto funghi

(mozzarella, mushrooms, ham)

Half-moon shaped stuffed pizza with mozzarella, cooked ham, and mushrooms. Tasty and substantial.

€12~ ≈ $14.00

Crostini

Anchovy Crostino

Crostino Alici

(toasted bread with mozzarella and anchovies)

Oven-toasted bread with melted mozzarella and anchovy fillets. Savory and decisive flavor.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Ham Crostino

Crostino al Prosciutto

(toasted bread with mozzarella and ham)

Toasted bread with melted mozzarella and ham. A classic comfort food, warm and stringy.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Crostino Ham Mushrooms

Crostino Prosciutto Funghi

(toasted bread with mozzarella, mushrooms, ham)

Toasted bread enriched with mozzarella, ham, and mushrooms. Rich and flavorful.

€9.50 ≈ $11.00

First Courses

Penne alla Vodka

(cream, ham, vodka)

Short pasta dressed with a creamy pink sauce based on cream, tomato, and vodka, often enriched with ham or pancetta. Soft and unique taste, typical of the 80s.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Penne with Salmon

Penne al Salmone

(cream, salmon)

Short pasta with a cream sauce and smoked salmon. Delicate and creamy dish with the characteristic flavor of salmon.

€13 ≈ $15.00

Fettuccine with Ragù

Fettuccine al Ragù

(meat and tomato sauce)

Long egg pasta dressed with a rich minced meat and tomato sauce (Bolognese ragù). Substantial and traditional.

€13 ≈ $15.00

Spaghetti Amatriciana

Spaghetti all'Amatriciana

(tomato sauce, bacon, pecorino cheese)

Classic Roman dish with tomato sauce, crispy guanciale, Roman pecorino, and a touch of chili pepper. Intense and savory flavor.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Spaghetti Carbonara

Spaghetti alla Carbonara

(egg, bacon, cheese)

Famous Roman dish with a sauce based on raw pasteurized eggs from the heat of the pasta, Roman pecorino, guanciale, and black pepper. Creamy without cream, rich in umami.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe

(pecorino cheese and black pepper)

Thick fresh pasta dressed with a cream obtained from the emulsion of Roman pecorino and cooking water, with abundant black pepper. Simple but with a decisive taste.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Fettuccine Campagnola

(cream, ham, mushrooms)

Egg pasta with a rustic dressing of cream, ham, and mushrooms. Forest flavor, rich and creamy.

€13 ≈ $15.00

Tonnarelli alla Gricia

(bacon and black pepper)

Considered the ancestor of Amatriciana, it is a white pasta with crispy guanciale, Roman pecorino, and pepper. Savory and tasty.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Rigatoni alla Checca

(fresh tomato and fresh mozzarella)

Pasta dressed raw with diced fresh tomato, mozzarella, basil, and oil. A fresh and summery dish.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Rigatoni with Broccoli

Rigatoni ai Broccoletti

(pasta with broccoli - only in season)

Short pasta with broccoli, usually sautéed with garlic and chili pepper. A flavorful vegetarian dish, available in season.

€13 ≈ $15.00

Ravioli Butter and Sage

Ravioli Burro e Salvia

(ravioli filled with ricotta cheese, spinach, butter and sage)

Pasta filled with ricotta and spinach, simply dressed with melted butter and aromatic sage. Delicate and classic.

€13 ≈ $15.00

Pasta of the Day

Pasta del Giorno

(pasta of the day)

Special dish of the day that varies based on fresh ingredients available and the chef's creativity. Ask the staff.

Desserts, Ice Creams, Fruit

Tiramisù

(recommended pairing - the best combination of desserts wines: Recioto della valpolicella / Passito) (recommended pairing - the best combination of desserts wines: Recioto della valpolicella )

Famous spoon dessert with layers of ladyfingers soaked in coffee and mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa. Soft and delicious.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Creme Caramel

(recommended pairing - the best combination of desserts wines: Vin Santo )

Vanilla pudding baked in a water bath with a layer of liquid caramel. Smooth and silky texture.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Panna Cotta

(recommended pairing - the best combination of desserts wines: Recioto della valpolicella / Passito)

Spoon dessert based on cream, sugar, and gelatin, often served with berry, caramel, or chocolate sauce. Delicate and creamy.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Zuppa Inglese

(recommended pairing - the best combination of desserts wines: Recioto della valpolicella )

Traditional layered dessert with sponge cake soaked in liqueur (often Alchermes), pastry cream, and chocolate cream. Colorful and rich in flavor.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Vin Santo and Cantucci

Vin Santo e Cantucci

Classic Tuscan dessert made of dry almond biscuits (cantucci) to be dipped in Vin Santo, a sweet dessert wine.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Ice Cream

Gelato

(icecream)

Italian artisanal ice cream. Creamy and refreshing, available in various flavors.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Fruit of the day

Frutta del giorno

(fruit of the day)

Selection of fresh seasonal fruit.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Wines by the Glass

Glass of Wine

Sparkling / Bubbles

Prosecco

Forchir

Italian sparkling white wine, fresh and fruity. Perfect as an aperitif.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Whites / White

Grechetto Ramato

D'Amico

White wine with coppery reflections, typical of central Italy. Structured and aromatic.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Chardonnay

D'Amico

International white wine, dry and fruity, with notes of apple and citrus.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Reds / Red

Primitivo di Manduria

Pietra Pura

Intense, full-bodied, and fruity Apulian red wine, with notes of plum and spices.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Chianti Classico

Castelgreve

Famous Tuscan red wine based on Sangiovese. Dry, harmonious, and slightly tannic.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Drinks

House Wine Red/White (375 ml)

Vino della Casa Rosso/Bianco (375 ml)

(house wine red or white - small bottle)

House wine, available red or white, in a small bottle.

€8~ ≈ $9.00

House Wine Red/White (750 ml)

Vino della Casa Rosso/Bianco (750 ml)

(house wine red or white - bottle)

House wine, available red or white, in a large bottle.

€13~ ≈ $15.00

Canned Drinks

Bevande in lattina

(coke, sprite, fanta)

Canned non-alcoholic carbonated soft drinks.

€2.50~ ≈ $3.00

Treated mineral water

Acqua minerale trattata

(mineral water)

Natural or sparkling micro-filtered water.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Draft Beer

Birra alla spina

(Draft beer)

Fresh and thirst-quenching draft beer.

€4~ ≈ $5.00

Ichnusa unfiltered

Ichnusa non filtrata

Unfiltered Sardinian lager beer, golden in color and cloudy in appearance. Full-bodied and moderately bitter taste.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Zago Farmhouse Craft Beer

Birra artigianale agricola Zago

IPA/BLACK IPA

Italian craft beer. IPA is hoppy and aromatic; Black IPA has dark roasted notes but retains its hoppy character.

€6.50~ ≈ $8.00

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