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Fornace Stella - Piazza Lecce

neighborhood pizzeria and kitchen

★ 4.5 (1,368) $$Moderate

Pizze della Fornace

La golosa
fior di latte, baked potatoes, pancetta [1][8]
Rich and flavorful white pizza. The fior di latte mozzarella base is topped with soft baked potatoes and crispy pancetta for a contrast of textures.
€12 ≈ $14.00
The Zuccona
La Zuccona
pumpkin cream, smoked provola, guanciale, pumpkin seeds [1][8]
A pizza with autumn flavors with sweet pumpkin cream and smoked provola. Guanciale adds savoriness and pumpkin seeds provide crunch.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Nuda e Cruda
fior di latte, cherry tomatoes, prosciutto crudo, parmesan flakes, basil [1][8]
Fresh pizza with ingredients added raw. Fior di latte, sweet cherry tomatoes, aged prosciutto crudo, and flakes of Parmigiano Reggiano.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Parmigiana
fior di latte, eggplant, tomato, parmigiano, basil [1][8]
Inspired by the classic eggplant parmigiana dish. Combines fried eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmigiano.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Sfiziosa
tomato, stracciata di burrata, anchovies, oregano [1][4][8]
Red pizza with a creamy touch from stracciata burrata. Anchovies and oregano offer a bold Mediterranean flavor.
€11 ≈ $13.00
Pomod'oro
fior di latte, yellow cherry tomatoes, caciocavallo, pepper, basil [1][8]
A delicate variation with sweet yellow cherry tomatoes and flavorful caciocavallo cheese. Topped with a sprinkle of pepper.
€11 ≈ $13.00
Dormo solo
onion cream, smoked provola, tuna, burnt onion powder [1][4][8]
Pizza with an intense flavor with onion cream and burnt onion powder. Enriched with tuna and smoked provola.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Diavola per capello
'nduja sauce, stracciata di burrata, chili pepper threads [1][8]
For spicy food lovers, with Calabrian 'nduja sauce and chili pepper threads. The stracciata burrata balances the heat.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Broccoli and breadcrumbs
Broccoli e briciole
fior di latte, broccoli, stracciata di burrata, semi-dried cherry tomatoes, breadcrumbs sautéed with anchovies [1][4][8]
Creative pizza with broccoli and semi-dried tomatoes. The anchovy breadcrumb topping adds a unique crunchy and savory note.
€12 ≈ $14.00

Traditional White Pizzas

Focaccia
[1]
Simple pizza base baked with extra virgin oil and salt. Ideal as a side dish or a light appetizer.
€3.50 ≈ $4.00
Parma
fior di latte, prosciutto crudo [1][8]
Classic white pizza with fior di latte mozzarella and Parma prosciutto crudo added after cooking.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Flowers
Fiori
fior di latte, zucchini flowers, anchovy fillets [1][4][8]
A classic of Roman tradition with zucchini flowers and anchovies. Flavorful and delicate at the same time.
€9.50 ≈ $11.00
Sausage and friarielli
Salsiccia e friarielli
fior di latte, friarielli, sausages [1][8]
Traditional Campanian combination. Pork sausage and sautéed friarielli (turnip greens), on a mozzarella base.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Boscaiola
fior di latte, champignon mushrooms, sausages [1][8]
White pizza with champignon mushrooms and crumbled sausage. A rustic and earthy flavor.
€9.50 ≈ $11.00
Fumo Rosso
fior di latte, smoked provola, seared cherry tomatoes [1][8]
Pizza with double cheese: fior di latte and smoked provola. Seared cherry tomatoes add sweetness and acidity.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Ortolana
fior di latte, zucchini, eggplant, Romanesco broccoli, artichokes [1][8]
Rich vegetarian pizza with seasonal vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, artichokes, and Romanesco broccoli.
€10 ≈ $12.00

Regional Pizzas

The Pugliese
La Pugliese
fior di latte, capocollo, zucchini pesto, stracciata di burrata [1][8]
A tribute to Puglia with cured capocollo, fresh zucchini pesto, and creamy stracciata burrata.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Calabrian
Calabrese
fior di latte, tomato, smoked provola, potatoes, spicy salami, 'nduja sauce [1][8]
Spicy pizza inspired by Calabria. Topped with 'nduja, spicy salami, potatoes, and smoked provola.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Amatriciana
fior di latte, amatriciana sauce, guanciale, pecorino [1][8]
The famous Roman pasta transformed into pizza. Tomato sauce, crispy guanciale, and pecorino romano.
€11 ≈ $13.00
Tropeana
fior di latte, tomato, caramelized red onion, taggiasche olives, capers [1][8]
Caramelized red onion is the star, sweet and soft. Accompanied by taggiasche olives and capers for saltiness.
€11 ≈ $13.00
Mediterranean
Mediterranea
fior di latte, yellow cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, fermented black garlic powder [1][4]
Flavors of the Mediterranean with olives, capers, anchovies, and a gourmet touch of fermented black garlic.
€11 ≈ $13.00
Gricia
fior di latte, crispy guanciale, pecorino sauce, pepper [1][8]
White pizza inspired by Gricia pasta. Crispy guanciale, pecorino cream, and abundant black pepper.
€11 ≈ $13.00

Traditional Red Pizzas

All our pizzas are available in a lactose-free mozzarella version (+€1) or with buffalo mozzarella (+€2)

Margherita
tomato, fior di latte [1][8]
The queen of pizzas: simple and perfect. San Marzano tomato, fior di latte mozzarella, and basil.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Margherita 3.0
tomato, fior di latte, basil sauce, 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano [1][8]
An evolved version of the Margherita with concentrated basil sauce and 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Marinara
tomato, garlic oil, oregano [1]
Classic red pizza without cheese. Only tomato, garlic, and oregano. Simple and aromatic.
€7 ≈ $8.00
Neapolitan
Napoletana
tomato, fior di latte, anchovy fillets, oregano [1][4][8]
The classic 'Roman' pizza (often called Neapolitan in Rome) with salted anchovies and oregano.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Diavola
tomato, fior di latte, spicy salami [1][8]
Pizza with spicy salami. The classic bold flavor loved by those seeking a touch of spice.
€9.50 ≈ $11.00
Roman-style mushrooms
Funghi alla romana
tomato, champignon mushrooms, parsley, garlic oil [1]
Red pizza with sautéed champignon mushrooms, parsley, and a light garlic aroma.
€7.50 ≈ $9.00
Capricciosa
tomato, fior di latte, artichoke hearts, olives, mushrooms, ham, egg [1][3][8]
A rich pizza with a mix of ingredients: artichoke hearts, mushrooms, olives, cooked ham, and hard-boiled egg.
€10 ≈ $12.00

Calzones

Roman
Romano
fior di latte, prosciutto crudo [1][8]
Oven-baked calzone stuffed with fior di latte mozzarella and prosciutto crudo.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Neapolitan
Napoletano
fior di latte, smoked provola, cooked ham, spicy salami, tomato, ricotta, pepper [1][8]
Rich calzone stuffed with ricotta, mixed cured meats, mozzarella, and tomato. A hearty classic.
€11 ≈ $13.00
La grotta del turco
fior di latte, smoked provola, sautéed escarole, raisins, pine nuts, taggiasche olives [1][8][9]
Calzone stuffed with escarole sautéed in a pan with raisins and pine nuts, typical of Campanian gastronomic tradition.
€11 ≈ $13.00

Side dishes

Grilled vegetables
Verdure grigliate
(eggplants, zucchini, peppers, radicchio, mushrooms)
Mixed grilled seasonal vegetables. A light and healthy side dish.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Roman-style artichokes
Carciofi alla romana
(mint, garlic, anchovies, parsley)[4]
Whole artichokes cooked with mint and garlic, according to Roman tradition. Tender and flavorful.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Sautéed chicory
Cicoria ripassata
Boiled chicory then sautéed in a pan with garlic, oil, and chili pepper. Bitter and spicy taste.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Baked potatoes
Patate al forno
Wedge-cut potatoes baked with rosemary. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Escarole, raisins, and pine nuts
Scarola, uvetta e pinoli
(escarole, raisins, pine nuts) [9]
Escarole stewed in a pan with sweet raisins and crunchy pine nuts. A typical sweet and sour side dish.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Mixed salad
Insalata mista
Fresh seasonal salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and other raw vegetables.
€6 ≈ $7.00

Bruschettas

Fresh tomatoe and basil
[1] (bread, tomatoe, basil, origan, oil)
Classic bruschetta with toasted bread, diced fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, and oregano.
€2 ≈ $2.00
Amatriciana with crispy bacon
(bread, tomatoe, crispy bacon, wine, pepper, pecorino cheese, oil) [1][8]
Bruschetta topped with amatriciana sauce, crispy guanciale, and pecorino.
€2.50 ≈ $3.00
Cicory and burrata cheese
(bread, cicory, garlic, chilly pepper, burrata, oil) [1][8]
Toasted bread with spicy sautéed chicory and creamy fresh burrata.
€3.50 ≈ $4.00
Burrata cheese with anchovies
(bread, burrata cheese, anchovies, oil) [1][4][8]
Simple and refined pairing: sweet burrata and salted anchovies on crispy bread.
€3.50 ≈ $4.00
Creamed cod fish
(bread, codfish, mint, lemon, oil) [1][4]
Bruschetta with creamed codfish, flavored with mint and lemon.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Chickpeas humus
(bread, chickpeas, sesame paste, lemon, oil) [1][12]
Bruschetta with creamy chickpea hummus and tahini.
€3 ≈ $3.00
Eggplant caponata
(bread, eggplant, pine nuts, olives, capers, datterini tomatoes, celery, tomato sauce) [1][9][10]
Bruschetta with Sicilian eggplant caponata, enriched with pine nuts, olives, and capers.
€3.50 ≈ $4.00
Mix of bruschette
(tomato and basil, cicory and burrata, amatriciana, eggplant caponata) (recommended for 2 people)
Mixed selection of the house's best bruschettas. Ideal for sharing between two.
€10 ≈ $12.00

Deep fried classic

Classic ragù supplì
Supplì classico al ragù
(rice, beef, tomato sauce, parmigiano, egg, breadcrumbs, mozzarella, pepper, celery, butter) [1][3][8][10]
The king of Roman street food. Rice croquette with tomato and ragù, with a melting mozzarella center.
€3 ≈ $3.00
Cacio e pepe supplì
Supplì cacio e pepe
(rice, pecorino, pepper, breadcrumbs, egg) [1][3][8]
Variation of supplì with cacio e pepe topping (pecorino and black pepper), without tomato.
€3 ≈ $3.00
Supplì with montepulciano wine and sausage
(rice, egg, breadcrumbs, red wine, sausage, parmesan, pepper) [1][3][8]
Gourmet supplì prepared with Montepulciano red wine and flavorful sausage.
€3.50 ≈ $4.00
Fried vegetables
(eggplants, zucchini, peppers, broccoli, flour, beer, brewer's yeast) [1][3][8]
Battered and fried mixed vegetables (eggplant, zucchini, peppers, broccoli).
€6 ≈ $7.00
French fries
*
Classic french fries, crispy and golden.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Potato croquettes
(potatoes, smoked cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, parmigiano, pepper, parcel, nutmeg) [1][3][8]
Soft potato croquettes with a smoked provola cheese center and a hint of nutmeg.
€2.50 ≈ $3.00
Onion rings
(onion, breadcrumbs, flour, oil) * [1]
Battered and fried onion rings, sweet and crispy.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Fried zucchini flower
(zucchini flower, flour, mozzarella cheese, anchovies, brewer's yeast, water, beer, egg) [1][3][4][8]
Fried zucchini flower in batter, stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies. A Roman classic.
€3 ≈ $3.00
Olive all'ascolana (5pcs)
(olives, beef, pork, egg, parmigiano, celery, pepper, onion, carrot, breadcrumbs, milk) * [1][3][8][10]
Giant pitted green olives, stuffed with mixed minced meat, breaded and fried.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Fried codfish with citrus fruits mayonnaise
(codfish, egg, flour, beer, , brewer's yeast, lemon, orange) [1][3][4]
Fried cod fillet served with a citrus-flavored mayonnaise.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Mixed fried
Ragù supplì, cacio e pepe supplì, drunk supplì, potato croquette, zucchini flower, ascolane olives (recommended for 2 people)
Large platter of mixed fried items to share, includes all the house specialties.
€18 ≈ $21.00

Second courses

Roman Style Cod Fish
(cod fish, flour, tomato sauce, olives, capers, pine nuts, raisins, herbs) [1][4][9][10]
Roman-style codfish stewed with tomato, raisins, pine nuts, and olives.
€17 ≈ $20.00
Sliced beef
(beef)
Simple grilled sliced beef, served rare or as preferred.
€18 ≈ $21.00
Sliced beef with parmesan flakes, rocket salad and fresh tomatoes
(beef, rocket salad, fresh tomatoes, 24 months aged parmesan flakes) [8]
Sliced beef served on a bed of arugula with cherry tomatoes and parmesan flakes.
€20 ≈ $23.00
Roman meatballs
Roman metballs
(beef, parmesan cheese, egg, milk, bread, tomatoe, spices) [1][3][8][10]
Tender and flavorful beef meatballs in tomato sauce, prepared according to Roman recipe.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Breaded cutlet with french fries
(veal, egg, flour, bread crumbs, potatoes) * [1][3]
Breaded and fried veal cutlet, served with french fries. Similar to cotoletta alla milanese.
€15 ≈ $17.00
Pulled pork burger with fries
(bread, smoked pork, colewslaw salad, mayo, bbq sauce) [1][3][8][11]
Sandwich with smoked pulled pork, coleslaw salad, and BBQ sauce.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Bacon burger with fries
(bread, double cheddar, crispy bacon, salad, tomatoe, ketchup, mayonese) * [1][3][8]
Classic burger with double cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and sauces.
€12 ≈ $14.00

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