La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali

Name: La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali
Address: Rome
Price range: €2 - €28

★ 4.4 (2,639) $$Moderate

Appetizers

Seared Tuna Slice

Tagliata di Tonno Scottato

Soy sauce, honey, orange, lime, ginger, red onion, pistachio

Tuna fillet lightly seared on the outside and raw inside. Dressed with a sweet and sour, aromatic mix of citrus and spices.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Seared True Octopus with our Sweet and Sour Eggplant Caponata and Breadcrumbs

Polpo Verace Scottato con la nostra Caponata di Melanzane Agrodolce e Mollica

Tender grilled octopus served with Sicilian eggplant caponata and crispy bread (crumb). An appetizer rich in Mediterranean flavors.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Land Duo: Beef Fillet Tartare, Black Truffle and Capers - Braised Beef Fagottini with Pecorino

Bis di Terra: Tartare di Filetto di Manzo, Tartufo Nero e Capperi - Fagottini alla Piastra di Stracotto di Manzo con Pecorino

A double meat dish: raw beef tartare with truffle and fagottini stuffed with braised meat and pecorino cheese.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Eggplant Parmigiana

Parmigiana di Melanzane

Classic baked eggplant layered with tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, and basil. Soft and tasty.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Porchetta Reheated with Fresh Tomato and Spring Onion

Porchetta Ripassata con Pomodoro Fresco e Cipollotto

Typical Roman roasted pork, reheated in a pan with tomato and fresh onion. A flavorful and rustic dish.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Crostini Duo: Chicken Liver Pâté, Parmesan (IPZ) + Lard, Chicory, Pecorino (IPZ)

Bis di Crostini: Patè di Fagatini, Parmigiano (IPZ) + Lardo, Cicoria, Pecorino (IPZ)

Two types of seasoned toasted bread: one with chicken liver pâté and parmesan, the other with lard, sautéed chicory, and pecorino.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Burrata, Tricolor Datterini Tomatoes, Basil

Burrata, Pomodori Datterini Tricolori, Basilico

Fresh stretched-curd cheese with a creamy center, served with sweet multi-colored cherry tomatoes. Fresh and light.

€15 ≈ $17.00

House Mixed Fry

Fritto Misto della Casa

2 pcs Zucchini Flower Mozzarella, Anchovies - Cod, Honey and Mint - Ricotta, Hazelnuts - Zucchini

Selection of Roman fried items: stuffed zucchini flowers, aromatic cod, and other crispy specialties.

€16 ≈ $19.00

First Courses

The Roman Classics

Cacio e Pepe

Typical Roman pasta seasoned with a cream of Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly ground black pepper. Intense and spicy flavor.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Amatriciana

Pasta with tomato sauce, crispy guanciale (cured pork jowl), and Pecorino Romano.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Carbonara

Pasta with a creamy sauce made from egg yolks, crispy guanciale, and Pecorino Romano. Rich and flavorful.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Gricia

Ancestor of carbonara and amatriciana, prepared with crispy guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper, without tomato or eggs.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Pappardelle with Picchiapò Sauce and Pecorino

Pappardelle al Sugo di Picchiapò e Pecorino

Boiled beef reheated with tomato and onion

Large egg pasta seasoned with a ragù of boiled, shredded meat re-cooked in tomato sauce (Picchiapò), a typical Roman leftover recipe.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Scialatielli Water and Flour Cacio e Pepe with Black Truffle

Scialatielli Acqua e Farina Cacio e Pepe con Tartufo Nero

Short, thick fresh pasta served with cacio e pepe sauce enriched with shavings of prized black truffle.

€25 ≈ $29.00

Carbonara "Vignarola"

Fresh paccheri with egg, guanciale, pecorino, fava beans, peas, and artichokes

Spring variation of carbonara with the addition of fresh seasonal vegetables such as fava beans, peas, and artichokes.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Burrata Ravioli, Butter, Anchovies, Zucchini Flowers, Bottarga

Ravioli di Burrata, Burro, Alici, Fiori di Zucca, Bottarga

Pasta stuffed with creamy burrata, seasoned with a rich sauce based on butter, anchovies, zucchini flowers, and aged fish roe (bottarga).

€20 ≈ $23.00

Gnocchi with White Veal Ragù

Gnocchi al Ragù Bianco di Vitello

Soft potato gnocchi served with a delicate and flavorful white veal ragù.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Add Black Truffle

Aggiungi Tartufo Nero

Supplement of fresh black truffle to add to dishes.

€25 ≈ $29.00

Spaghettoni Sea Bass, Orange, Pistachios

Spaghettoni Spigola, Arancio, Pistacchi

Thick spaghetti seasoned with fresh sea bass, flavored with orange, and garnished with chopped pistachios.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Scialatielli Water and Flour, Mussels, Pecorino, Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Crispy Breadcrumbs

Scialatielli Acqua e Farina, Cozze, Pecorino, Pomodori Semi Secchi, Mollica Croccante

Fresh pasta served with mussels, pecorino cheese, tomatoes, and crispy bread. A unique sea and mountain combination.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Fresh Paccheri with True Octopus, Taggiasca Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Paccheri Freschi Polpo Verace, Olive Taggiasche, Pomodori Secchi

Large tube-shaped pasta served with octopus ragù, flavorful olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Main Courses

Veal "Saltimbocca" Roman Style

Veal "Saltimbocca" alla Romana

Thin slices of veal cooked with prosciutto and sage, deglazed with white wine. A classic of Roman cuisine.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Lamb Chops Scottadito or Golden Fried

Costolette di Agnello allo Scottadito o Fritte Dorate

Lamb chops that can be grilled (scottadito) or breaded and fried.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Chicken Cacciatore Style: Rosemary, Taggiasca Olives

Pollo alla Cacciatora: Rosmarino, Olive Taggiasche

Chicken stewed slowly with rosemary, vinegar, garlic, and olives. Tender and juicy.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Tripe Roman Style

Trippa alla Romana

Beef tripe slow-cooked in tomato sauce with Roman mint and pecorino. A traditional, very flavorful peasant dish.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Cod Roman Style: Tomato, Capers, Taggiasca Olives, Pine Nuts

Baccalà alla Romana: Pomodoro, Capperi, Olive Taggiasche, Pinoli

Cod fillet (salted cod) stewed with tomato, capers, olives, and pine nuts.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Orange Glazed Duck Breast

Petto d'Anatra Glassato all'Arancia

Duck breast cooked pink and served with a sweet and aromatic orange sauce.

€24 ≈ $28.00

Veal Pocket Stuffed with Gorgonzola in Marsala, Hazelnuts

Tasca di Vitello Ripiena di Gorgonzola al Marsala, Nocciole

Veal meat stuffed with Gorgonzola blue cheese, flavored with Marsala wine and enriched with hazelnuts.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Roasted Pork Shank

Stinco di Maiale Arrosto

Pork shank roasted until very tender inside and crispy outside.

€22 ≈ $25.00

Veal Meatloaf, Ricotta, Sausage, Pistachios, Chestnuts

Polpettone Vitella, Ricotta, Salsiccia, Pistacchi, Castagne

Large veal meatball enriched with ricotta, sausage, and dried fruit. Served sliced.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Beef Fillet with Cesanese Wine, Potato and Leek Cream

Filetto di Manzo al Cesanese, Crema di Patate e Porri

Prized beef cut served with a reduction of local Cesanese red wine and a creamy potato side dish.

€28 ≈ $32.00

Sea Bass Fillet with Crispy Potato Chips and Semi-Dried Tomatoes

Filetto di Spigola con Chips di Patate Croccanti e Pomodori Semi Secchi

Delicately cooked sea bass fillet, accompanied by crispy potatoes and flavorful tomatoes.

€22 ≈ $25.00

Red Tuna Slice, Caramelized Red Onion, Taggiasca Olives

Trancio di Tonno Rosso, Cipolla Rossa di Tropea Caramellata, Olive Taggiasche

Prime tuna slice served with caramelized sweet red onion and olives.

€24 ≈ $28.00

Desserts

Dessert of the Day

Dolce del Giorno

Chef's daily dessert special.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Tiramisù

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

€9 ≈ $10.00

Cold Zabaglione Cream, Hot Chocolate

Crema Fredda di Zabaione, Cioccolato Caldo

Zabaglione cream (egg yolks, sugar, and Marsala wine) served cold with a drizzle of hot chocolate.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Ricotta Cake, Chocolate Biscuits with Pistachio Cream

Torta di Ricotta, Biscotti al Cioccolato con Crema al Pistacchio

Soft ricotta-based cake, enriched with chocolate biscuits and pistachio cream.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Chocolate and Almond Cake

Torta di Cioccolato e Mandorle

Moist and rich chocolate cake with chopped almonds, often flourless (Caprese cake).

€9 ≈ $10.00

White Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Cake, Cream, Strawberries

Tortino al Cioccolato Bianco, Cioccolato Fondente, Panna, Fragole

Spoon dessert or small cake with a mix of white and dark chocolate, served with cream and strawberries.

€9 ≈ $10.00

"Ciampini" Production Ice Cream: Pastry Cream, Dark Chocolate, Pistachio, Lemon

Gelato Produzione "Ciampini": Crema Pasticcera, Cioccolato Fondente, Pistacchio, Limone

High-quality artisanal ice cream. Available flavors: pastry cream, chocolate, pistachio, or lemon.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Beverages

Cover Charge

Coperto

Cover Charge

Fixed charge for service and bread.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Water

Acqua

Bottled mineral water.

€2.50 ≈ $3.00

Coca-Cola

Sweet carbonated drink.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Coca-Cola Zero

Sugar-free carbonated drink.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Sprite

Lemon and lime flavored carbonated drink.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Fanta

Orange flavored carbonated drink.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Lemonade

Limonata

Lemon drink.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Iced Tea Limone

Iced lemon tea.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Draft Beer

Birra Spina

Draft Beer

Fresh and refreshing draft beer.

€4~ ≈ $5.00

White Wine

Vino Bianco

By the Glass

Glass of house or local white wine.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Red Wine

Vino Rosso

By the Glass

Glass of house or local red wine.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Prosecco

By the Glass

Italian sparkling white wine, served by the glass.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Aperol Spritz

Aperitif based on Prosecco, Aperol and soda. Sweet-bitter and bright orange.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Campari Spritz

Variation of spritz with Campari instead of Aperol. More bitter taste and intense red color.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Gin Tonic

Classic cocktail with gin and tonic water, served with ice and lemon.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Negroni

Italian alcoholic cocktail based on gin, red vermouth, and Campari.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Americano

Cocktail with Campari, red vermouth, and soda.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Digestifs

Digestivi

After-dinner liqueurs such as amaro or limoncello.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Grappa

Italian pomace brandy, strong and aromatic.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Dessert Wine

Vino da Dolce

Sweet dessert wine.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Coffee

Caffè

Italian espresso.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Americano

Espresso coffee diluted with hot water.

€3 ≈ $3.00

Cappuccino

Espresso with hot milk and milk foam.

€5 ≈ $6.00

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