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Cleto - La porta del Colosseo

APPETIZERS

Land Appetizers

STARTERS

Tomato bruschetta
Bruschetta al pomodoro
Toasted bread slices topped with diced fresh tomatoes, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and basil. A simple and fresh classic Italian appetizer.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Large bruschetta with stracciata cheese and sun-dried tomatoes
Bruschettone con stracciata e pomodori secchi
A large slice of toasted bread topped with creamy stracciata cheese and flavorful sun-dried tomatoes. A rich combination of taste and textures.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Bruschetta with porchetta, onion jam, and pecorino
Crostone con porchetta, marmellata di cipolle e pecorino
Toasted bread served with flavorful roasted porchetta, balanced by the sweetness of onion jam and the decisive taste of pecorino.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Italian platter with cured meats and Roman products
Tagliere all'italiana con salumi e prodotti romani
An assortment of typical cured meats, cheeses, and local Roman products. Ideal for sharing to taste different specialties.
€20 ≈ $23.00
Caprese
Fresh salad of buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, dressed with olive oil. Light and representative of Italian colors.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Eggplant meatballs* with sheep's ricotta
Polpette di melanzane* con ricotta di pecora
Soft eggplant meatballs, served with fresh sheep's ricotta. A tasty and flavorful vegetarian appetizer.
€7~ ≈ $8.00
Centopelli tripe with tomato, mint, and pecorino cheese
Trippa centopelli con pomodoro, menta e pecorino
Tripe Roman-style, stewed in tomato sauce with mint and Pecorino Romano cheese. A traditional peasant dish with an intense and characteristic flavor.
€6~ ≈ $7.00

Fish Starters

FISH STARTERS

Seafood salad*
Insalata di mare*
Boiled mixed seafood and crustaceans dressed with oil and lemon. A fresh appetizer that smells of the sea.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Sautéed mussels with toasted bread
Sauté di cozze con crostone di pane
Mussels sautéed with garlic, oil, and parsley, served with toasted bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Marinated salmon* with rocket, onion, and pink peppercorns
Salmone* marinato con rucola, cipolla e pepe rosa
Thin slices of marinated salmon, served with fresh rocket, onion, and aromatic pink peppercorns. Delicate and slightly pungent flavor.
€7 ≈ $8.00
Marinated anchovies*
Alici* marinate
Marinated anchovy fillets in vinegar or lemon with oil and herbs. A classic appetizer with a tangy and appetizing flavor.
€7 ≈ $8.00

FIRST COURSES

The Classics

Lasagna
Layered egg pasta with meat ragù, béchamel sauce, and cheese, baked in the oven. A rich, soft, and comforting dish.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Spaghettoni with tomato and basil
Spaghettoni con pomodoro e basilico
Spaghettoni with a simple sauce of fresh tomato and fragrant basil. The essence of Italian cuisine.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Fettuccine Bolognese
Fettuccine alla Bolognese
Egg fettuccine with classic Bolognese ragù made with minced meat and tomato. Hearty and flavorful.
€12 ≈ $14.00

The Romans

TYPICAL ROMAN PASTA

Cacio e Pepe with Black Rind Pecorino DOP
Cacio e Pepe con pecorino Buccia Nera DOP
Pasta with a cream of Pecorino Romano DOP and abundant freshly ground black pepper. Intense, spicy, and savory flavor.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Carbonara
Famous Roman pasta with a creamy sauce made from eggs, Pecorino Romano, crispy guanciale, and black pepper. Rich and indulgent.
€13 ≈ $15.00

House Special

SPECIAL PASTA

Penne with the 7 Sins
Penne ai 7 Peccati
Special house dish with a unique combination of secret ingredients. A mysterious and flavorful taste experience.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Gnocchetti with pesto, rocket, and stracciata cheese
Gnocchetti con pesto, rucola e stracciata
Gnocchetti with pesto, rocket, and creamy stracciata cheese. A first course rich in fresh flavors and soft dairy.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Homemade "Cleto" ravioli*
Ravioli "Cleto" fatti in casa*
Homemade filled pasta ravioli, prepared according to a house recipe. Traditional and tasty filled pasta.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Homemade green gnocchi with Gorgonzola and walnuts
Gnocchi* verdi fatti in casa con Gorgonzola e noci
Handmade green gnocchi with a rich gorgonzola and walnut sauce. Intense flavor and creamy consistency.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Fettuccine with Grana Padano DOP sauce
Fettuccine con salsa al Grana Padano DOP
Fettuccine coated in a creamy sauce of Grana Padano DOP cheese. A simple but extremely flavorful dish for cheese lovers.
€14 ≈ $16.00

Fish Pasta

FISH PASTA

Spaghetti with clams
Spaghetti alle vongole
Spaghetti sautéed with clams, garlic, oil, and parsley. A classic of seafood cuisine, savory and delicate.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Tagliolini with seafood
Tagliolini allo scoglio
Long pasta with mixed seafood and crustaceans (mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari) in a light tomato sauce. Rich seafood flavor.
€19 ≈ $22.00
Scampi cream gnocchetti*
Gnocchetti alla crema di scampi*
Gnocchetti served in a creamy and delicate pink sauce made with scampi. Sweet and refined taste.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Fettuccine with salmon
Fettuccine al salmone
Fettuccine with fresh salmon and cream or tomato sauce. A tasty dish with the characteristic flavor of salmon.
€14 ≈ $16.00

Pizzas

Margherita
The most classic pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and fresh basil. Simple and iconic.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Amatriciana
Pizza with tomato, guanciale, and pecorino cheese, ingredients of Amatriciana pasta. Decisive and savory flavor.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Tuna and Onion
Tonno e Cipolla
Pizza with tomato, mozzarella, tuna, and onions. A rustic and flavorful combination.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Ortolana
Vegetarian pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and mixed seasonal grilled or baked vegetables. Fresh and light.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Pesto
Pizza with Genovese basil pesto. Aromatic and fragrant.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Diavola
Pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and spicy salami. For those who love strong flavors.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Ham
Prosciutto
Classic pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and cooked ham. Delicate flavor loved by all.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Hawaiian
Hawaiana
Controversial but popular pizza with tomato, mozzarella, ham, and pineapple. Sweet-salty contrast.
€14 ≈ $16.00

White Base

Gorgonzola, rocket, and walnuts
Gorgonzola, rucola e noci
White pizza (without tomato) with gorgonzola cheese, fresh rocket, and walnuts. Intense flavor and crunchy texture.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Four Cheese
Ai quattro formaggi
White pizza with a selection of four melted cheeses (usually mozzarella, gorgonzola, fontina, and parmesan). Rich and stringy.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Mortadella and pistachio
Mortadella e pistacchio
Tasty white pizza with mortadella and pistachio grains. A classic and flavorful combination.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Smoked Gricia
Gricia affumicata
Inspired by Gricia pasta, with guanciale and pecorino, enriched with a smoky note.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Gorgonzola and spicy salami
Gorgonzola e salame piccante
White pizza with creamy gorgonzola and spicy salami. A mix of strong and decisive flavors.
€14 ≈ $16.00

MAIN COURSES

Meat Main Courses

MEAT MAIN COURSES

Oxtail stew
Coda alla vaccinara
Oxtail stew, slow-cooked with tomato, celery, and herbs. A symbol of Roman cuisine, very tender and rich in sauce.
€18 ≈ $21.00
Chicken Roman-style with garlic croutons
Pollo alla Romana con crostone di pane
Chicken stew with peppers, tomato, and wine, typical of Rome. Served with toasted bread.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Entrecote with potatoes
Entrecote con patate
Prime cut of grilled beef, served with potatoes. Juicy and flavorful meat.
€24 ≈ $28.00
Beef tagliata with rocket and Grana cheese
Tagliata di manzo rucola e grana
Grilled beef, sliced and served on a bed of rocket and Grana cheese shavings. A fresh and protein-rich dish.
€26 ≈ $30.00
Sirloin tagliata in Gorgonzola sauce
Tagliata di controfiletto in salsa al Gorgonzola
Sliced beef sirloin served with a rich gorgonzola cheese sauce.
€28 ≈ $32.00
Chicken tagliata with french fries
Tagliata di pollo con patatine fritte
Grilled chicken breast, sliced, served with french fries. Simple and tasty.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Baked IGP lamb with potatoes and onion jam
Abbacchio IGP al forno con patate e marmellata di cipolla
Roast suckling lamb (Abbacchio Romano IGP) with potatoes, served with onion jam. Tender meat and delicate flavor.
€23 ≈ $27.00
Roast beef carpaccio with rocket and Grana cheese
Carpaccio di roastbeef con rucola e grana
Very thin slices of roast beef served cold with rocket and Grana cheese shavings. Light appetizer or main course.
€16 ≈ $19.00

Fish Main Courses

FISH MAIN COURSES

Grilled sea bream with aromatic herbs and a side salad
Orata alla brace con erbe aromatiche e insalatina
Whole grilled sea bream with herbs, served with a light salad. Delicate white meat and crispy skin.
€24 ≈ $28.00
Fried calamari with mint and lime flavored mayonnaise
Calamari fritti con maionese aromatizzata alla menta e lime
Breaded and fried calamari rings, served with a fresh lime and mint mayonnaise. Crispy and delicious.
€20 ≈ $23.00
Mediterranean white fish in a pistachio crust
Pesce bianco del Mediterraneo in crosta di pistacchio
White fish fillet coated in a crispy pistachio breading. Baked to keep the fish moist.
€22 ≈ $25.00
Braised baby octopuses with garlic croutons
Polipetti affogati con crostone all'aglio
Small octopuses stewed in tomato sauce, served with garlic bread. Tender and flavorful.
€18 ≈ $21.00

Salads

Green salad
Insalata verde
Simple salad of lettuce and green leafy vegetables. A light side dish.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Rocket
Rughetta
Salad of fresh rocket only. Peppery and slightly bitter taste.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Mixed salad
Insalata mista
Mix of lettuce, tomatoes, and other seasonal vegetables. Fresh and colorful.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Oslo Salad
Insalata Oslo
Lettuce, salmon, and pink sauce
Salad with salmon and cocktail sauce (pink sauce). Rich flavor.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Spring Salad
Insalata Primavera
Lettuce, tomato, tuna, onion, and corn
Rich salad with tuna, corn, and mixed vegetables. Fresh and substantial.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Heart Salad
Insalata Cuore
Lettuce, tomato, mozzarella, and olives
Caprese-style salad enriched with lettuce and olives.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Sicily Salad
Insalata Sicilia
Fennel, oranges, and olives
Typical Sicilian salad, fresh and aromatic thanks to citrus fruits and crunchy fennel.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Roman Salad
Insalata Romana
Lettuce, rocket, artichokes, corn, and cheese
Mixed salad with typical Roman ingredients such as artichokes and rocket.
€7 ≈ $8.00
Nostromo Salad
Insalata Nostromo
Lettuce, rocket, shrimp, oil, lemon, and mayonnaise
Seafood salad with shrimp, dressed with lemon and mayonnaise.
€9 ≈ $10.00

Side Dishes

Roman-style artichoke
Carciofo alla romana
Whole artichoke slowly cooked in oil, garlic, and mint. Tender and very flavorful, a local specialty.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Asparagus
Asparagi
Cooked asparagus, usually served with oil and lemon or butter.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Roasted potatoes
Patate al forno
Oven-roasted potato chunks with rosemary. Crispy outside and soft inside.
€4 ≈ $5.00
French fries
Patate fritte
Classic stick-cut french fries. Golden and salted.
€3 ≈ $3.00
Vegetable pinzimonio
Pinzimonio di verdure
Raw fresh vegetables (celery, carrots, fennel) served with a small bowl of oil, salt, and pepper for dipping.
€5 ≈ $6.00

Cheeses

Mixed cheeses
Formaggi misti
Selection of various cheeses served together.
Gorgonzola
Blue cheese with an intense and spicy flavor, creamy texture.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Parmesan
Parmigiano
Hard aged cheese, rich and savory flavor.
€7 ≈ $8.00
Pecorino Romano
Pecorino romano
Hard sheep's cheese, very salty and savory. Typical of Rome.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Sardinian Pecorino
Pecorino sardo
Sardinian sheep's cheese, characteristic flavor that varies depending on aging.

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