La Carbonara

Name: La Carbonara
Address: Rome
Price range: €7 - €22

★ 4.2 (1,790) $$Moderate

STARTERS

THE TRADITIONAL ONES

ZUCCHINI FLOWER WITH FIORDILATTE MOZZARELLA, CANTABRIAN ANCHOVIES, AND ROMAN-STYLE FRIED ARTICHOKE.

Squash blossoms stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies, served with a fried artichoke. A classic Roman appetizer featuring crispy batter and creamy, savory filling. Best eaten hot.

€12 ≈ $14.00

FRIED COD FILLET

Salted cod fillet battered and deep-fried until golden. Crispy on the outside with flaky, savory fish inside. A traditional Roman street food style dish.

€11 ≈ $13.00

BUFALO MOZZARELLA CAMPANA DOP CAPRESE, TOMATO AND BASIL

Fresh buffalo milk mozzarella served with tomatoes and fresh basil. Soft, milky texture with a refreshing herbal contrast. A simple, cold salad starter.

€14 ≈ $16.00

ROMAN-STYLE BOILED AND FRIED MEATBALLS

Meatballs prepared by boiling meat (typically beef) and then frying it for a crispy exterior. Savory and tender inside. A traditional technique known as 'polpette di bollito'.

€14 ≈ $16.00

36-MONTH AGED PARMA HAM

Thinly sliced cured pork leg aged for three years. Offers a complex, sweet-salty flavor and melt-in-the-mouth texture. Served with either fresh cheese or sweet melon.

€18~ ≈ $21.00

THE ALTERNATIVES

FRIED ANCHOVIES WITH FLAVORED MAYONNAISE

Whole fresh anchovies breaded and fried. Briny, rich fish flavor with a crispy coating. Dipped in a seasoned mayonnaise.

€14 ≈ $16.00

PAPPA AL POMODORO

A thick, hearty soup made from stale bread, tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil. Mushy, comforting texture with rich savory-sweet tomato flavor. Typically served warm.

€12 ≈ $14.00

FRIED ROMAN STYLE TRIPE

Strips of beef stomach lining, breaded and deep-fried. Chewy texture with a crispy exterior. A staple of Roman 'quinto quarto' (offal) cuisine.

€14 ≈ $16.00

FIRST COURSES

ALL OUR FRESH PASTA IS HOMEMADE. FOR DRIED PASTA, WE USE THE MONOGRAIN SELECTION OF THE FELICETTI PASTA FACTORY FROM PREDAZZO. WE EXCLUSIVELY USE PECORINO ROMANO DOP BUCCIANERA, MADE WITH LAZIO AND ABRUZZO MILK. THE GUANCIALE IS PRODUCED WITH ITALIAN PIGS, BUTCHERED DIRECTLY BY OUR TRUSTED PRODUCER.

THE CLASSICS

CARBONARA

Pasta tossed with egg yolk, hard sheep cheese (Pecorino), cured pork cheek (Guanciale), and black pepper. Rich, creamy, and savory. Does not contain cream.

€16 ≈ $19.00

AMATRICIANA

Pasta in a savory tomato sauce with cured pork cheek (Guanciale) and Pecorino cheese. Tangy, salty, and hearty. A pillar of Roman cuisine.

€16 ≈ $19.00

CACIO E PEPE

Minimalist pasta dish with a sauce made only from Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. Creamy texture from emulsified cheese water, with a spicy pepper kick.

€16 ≈ $19.00

SEASONAL SPECIALS

THICK SPAGHETTI WITH MUSSELS, PECORINO CHEESE, AND LEMON

Thick pasta strands served with fresh mussels and sharp sheep cheese, brightened with lemon zest. Briny seafood flavor with a citrusy lift.

€20 ≈ $23.00

RAVIOLI FILLED WITH OXTAIL ALLA VACCINARA

Stuffed pasta filled with slow-stewed oxtail meat. The filling is tender and rich with a deep meaty flavor. Served in a savory sauce.

€18 ≈ $21.00

RISOTTO WITH ZUCCHINI PESTO AND ZUCCHINI FLOWERS

Creamy rice dish cooked with a sauce made from zucchini and garnished with delicate zucchini blossoms. Soft texture with a mild, fresh vegetable flavor.

€16 ≈ $19.00

THICK SPAGHETTI WITH CLAMS

Thick pasta strands tossed with fresh clams, typically in a garlic, oil, and white wine sauce. Salty, briny, and light.

€22 ≈ $25.00