Orecchietteria Banfi

Name: Orecchietteria Banfi
Address: Via Giuseppe Gioachino Belli, 116, 00193 Roma RM, Italy, Rome
Price range: €2 - €20

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BURRATAS

12 euros

ALTOMÈRE BURRATA

BURRATA ALTOMÈRE

Burrata from Andria with Cetara Anchovies, lemon zest, and candied cherry tomatoes

Fresh stretched-curd cheese with a soft, creamy heart, served with salted anchovies and lemon zest. The sweet, milky flavor of burrata pairs perfectly with the savory anchovies.

€12 ≈ $14.00

BURRATA WITH TOMATO

BURRATA AL POMODORO

Burrata from Andria with warm sauce of baked cherry tomatoes

The classic Puglian burrata served with a warm sauce of roasted cherry tomatoes. A simple pairing that enhances the freshness of the cheese.

€12 ≈ $14.00

BURRATA AND CURED PORK

BURRATA E PROSCIUTTO

Burrata from Andria with Pork Neck from Faeto

Creamy burrata accompanied by prized local black pork cured meat. A rich appetizer that combines the sweetness of milk with the savoriness of the cured meat.

€12 ≈ $14.00

BURRATA AND CURED PORK NECK

BURRATA E CAPOCOLLO

Burrata from Andria with Cured Pork Neck from Faeto

Fresh cheese with a soft heart served with aged cured pork neck. The bold flavor of the cured meat contrasts pleasantly with the delicacy of the burrata.

€12 ≈ $14.00

FRIED DISHES

THE PASQUALOTTO

IL PASQUALOTTO

stuffed with baked cherry tomatoes and stracciata cheese from Andria OR Turnip greens, stracciata cheese from Andria, Cetara anchovy fillet OR Cured pork neck from Faeto and stracciata cheese from Andria OR Cured pork leg from Faeto and stracciata cheese from Andria

Fried stuffed pasta, similar to a calzone but with a specific shape and dough from local tradition. Crispy outside and soft inside, served very hot.

€8~ ≈ $9.00

THE PAPÈLE PAPÈLE PANZEROTTO

IL PANZEROTTO PAPÈLE PAPÈLE

Tomato, mozzarella, and basil

Classic Puglian street food, a fried pasta half-moon stuffed with tomato and melted mozzarella. Golden and crispy, it should be eaten hot, being careful of the boiling filling.

€5 ≈ $6.00

ORECCHIETTE

Durum wheat orecchiette

TURNIP GREENS

CIME DI RÈP

Turnip greens, caciocavallo fondue, Cetara anchovy fillet, toasted bread crumble

Typical Puglian fresh pasta shaped like small ears. Dressed with slightly bitter turnip greens, melted cheese, and anchovies for a bold, traditional flavor.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

PORCA PUTTÈNA

Tomato, Bella di Cerignola olives, Leccine olives, capers, whole garlic cloves, parsley, chili pepper, and friselle bread crumble

A local version of pasta alla puttanesca, rich with Mediterranean ingredients like olives, capers, and tomatoes. Spicy and flavorful, topped with crumbled crispy bread.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

ITALIAN-STYLE

ITALIÈNE

Arugula and almond pesto, confit cherry tomatoes, cacioricotta flakes, and almond crumble

Orecchiette pasta dressed with a fresh and aromatic pesto, enriched with sweet cherry tomatoes and local cheese. A dish that combines herbaceous flavors and crunchy textures.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

THREE TOMATOES

TRE POMODORI

San Marzano tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, pan-sautéed cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil

A tribute to tomato in three different preparations, creating a rich and sweet sauce. Fragrant with fresh basil, it's the essence of Mediterranean cuisine.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

PARISIAN STYLE

SE PARIGI

Mussels, cherry tomatoes, stracciata cheese from Andria, and lemon zest

A seafood dish that pairs mussels with the creaminess of stracciata cheese. Lemon adds a fresh note that balances the richness of the cheese.

€14~ ≈ $16.00

MAIN COURSES

MARTINA'S BOMBETTE

LE BOMBETTE DI MARTINA

Pork neck rolls with a Canestrato cheese center, Nero di Troia reduction, and baked potatoes from Margherita di Savoia

Pork rolls stuffed with flavorful cheese, typical of the Valle d'Itria. They are juicy and savory, served with roasted potatoes.

€20 ≈ $23.00

MARGHERITA CARPACCIO

IL CARPACCIO DI MARGHERITA

Thin slices of lightly seared beef sirloin served with carrot cream from Margherita di Savoia and sweet and sour onion petals from Margherita di Savoia

Very thinly sliced beef, quickly seared and served almost raw. Accompanied by sweet and sour local vegetables for a light and refined dish.

€19 ≈ $22.00

PUGLIESE-STYLE MEAT ROLLS

LE BRASCIOLE ALLA PUGLIESE

Beef rolls stuffed with sausage, rolled pancetta, sun-dried tomatoes, bread, and Canestrato cheese, cooked in San Marzano tomato sauce

Large beef rolls slowly cooked in tomato sauce. The filling, rich with cured meats and cheeses, makes the meat tender and very flavorful. A traditional Sunday dish from Puglia.

€19 ≈ $22.00

CRISPY OCTOPUS

POLPO CROCCHÈNTE

Crispy octopus on saffron potato cream, tomato mayonnaise, and Maldon salt flakes

Octopus roasted until crispy on the outside but tender inside. Served on an aromatic potato puree, it's a modern and flavorful seafood main course.

€19 ≈ $22.00

BRAISED SMALL OCTOPUS

MOSCARDINI INCOCCÈTI

Braised small octopuses with tomato, onion, capers, Leccine olives

Small octopuses slowly stewed in a rich Mediterranean sauce. Tender and flavorful, ideal to accompany with bread to soak up the sauce.

€18 ≈ $21.00

FAVE E CICORIA

Puglian dried fava bean puree with chicory sautéed in garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and chili pepper, confit cherry tomatoes

A humble dish from peasant tradition, vegan and nutritious. The sweetness of the fava bean puree is paired with the bitterness of sautéed chicory. Enjoy by mixing the two ingredients.

€10 ≈ $12.00

SIDE DISHES

MIXED SALAD

INSALATA MISTA

Raw seasonal fresh vegetables, dressed with oil and salt. A light and refreshing side dish.

€7 ≈ $8.00

SEASONAL VEGETABLES

VERDURA DI STAGIONE

sautéed or dressed

Local vegetables available according to the season. They can be sautéed with garlic and oil or boiled and dressed with lemon.

€7~ ≈ $8.00

MARGHERITA DI SAVOIA POTATOES

PATATE DI MARGHERITA DI SAVOIA

cut into wedges, baked or fried

Potatoes grown in the local sandy soils, known for their flavor. Served in wedges, crispy if fried or soft if baked.

€7~ ≈ $8.00

FOCACCIA

Slice of warm focaccia with cherry tomatoes

Trancio di focaccia calda con pomodorini

Slice of warm focaccia with cherry tomatoes

Typical flatbread, topped with cherry tomatoes and oregano, served warm. Soft and oily, it's an excellent side dish or appetizer.

€6~ ≈ $7.00

Bread

Pane

Basket of homemade bread.

€2 ≈ $2.00

DESSERTS

TIRAMISU

TIRAMITU

Burrata and egg tiramisu, cocoa, dark chocolate flakes, and chocolate sponge cake soaked in coffee

A local twist on tiramisu using burrata cream. Sweet, creamy, and with an intense aroma of coffee and chocolate.

€8 ≈ $9.00

AMERICAN-STYLE

AMERICHÈNA

Spoonable burrata cream with crumble and homemade topping of your choice

Spoon dessert made with sweet cheese cream. Served with crunchy crumbled biscuits and sweet sauce.

€8 ≈ $9.00

SPORCAMUSS

Puff pastry squares filled with chantilly cream

Traditional Puglian dessert made of warm puff pastry and cream. The name means 'dirty mouth' because it's difficult to eat without getting powdered sugar and cream on your face.

€9 ≈ $10.00

ALMOND DISGRACE

DISGRAZIÈTO MANDORLÈTO

Puglian almond semifreddo with caramelized almonds and dark chocolate garnish

Soft almond-flavored gelato dessert with a crunchy texture from caramelized almonds. Rich and refreshing.

€9 ≈ $10.00

SWEET FINALE

DULCIS IN FUNDO

A glass of sweet wine served with artisanal biscuits Moscato di Trani (white) or Primitivo Passito (red)

A traditional end to a meal that pairs dry biscuits for dipping in local sweet wine. You can choose between an aromatic white wine or a full-bodied red.

€8~ ≈ $9.00

ASSORTED ARTISANAL BISCUITS

BISCOTTI ARTIGIANALI ASSORTITI

Selection of homemade dry biscuits. Ideal for snacking at the end of a meal.

€4 ≈ $5.00

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