Pierluigi

Name: Pierluigi
Address: Rome
Price range: €7 - €200

Historical seafood restaurant in Rome since 1938.

★ 4.2 (1,959) $$$$Expensive

Plateau

French Oyster "David Herve"

Fine de Ronce "David Herve". 7 € each.

Fresh raw oysters from France, known for their balanced brininess and firm texture. They have a distinct oceanic flavor. Typically slurped raw from the shell, often with a squeeze of lemon.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Irish Oyster "Regal Special"

Boutrais "Regal Special". 7 € each.

Premium Irish oysters with a sweet, creamy taste and meaty texture. They are known for a clean finish. Served raw on the half shell.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Mediterranean Red Prawn

15 € for 100 gr

Highly prized deep-sea prawns from the Mediterranean with a distinct red color. The meat is sweet and delicate. Often served raw or lightly cooked to preserve their flavor.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Mediterranean Langoustine

15 € for 100 gr

Also known as Norway lobster or scampi, these crustaceans have pale orange shells and sweet, tender meat. Similar to lobster but smaller and more delicate. Enjoyed for their refined taste.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Beluga Siberian Caviar

served with blinis, sour cream and demi-sel. 100 € for 20 gr

Luxurious cured fish roe from sturgeon. The large black pearls pop in the mouth with a rich, buttery, and salty flavor. Served with small pancakes (blinis) and cream to balance the intensity.

€100 ≈ $116.00

Carpaccio and Tartare

Scallops carpaccio

lemon sauce, aromatized watermelon Biancosarti's bitter and asparagus

Thinly sliced raw scallops served cold. The texture is soft and melting, with a natural sweetness enhanced by the citrus dressing. A refreshing appetizer.

€30 ≈ $35.00

Mediterranean Red prawn carpaccio

peach chutney, Giuncata cheese and basil oil

Raw red prawns pounded flat into a thin layer. The dish highlights the prawn's creamy texture and intense sweetness. Paired here with fruity and herbal notes.

€35 ≈ $41.00

Amberjack tartare with melon gazpacho

cucumber's fingers and salted almond

Diced raw amberjack fish served with a cold melon soup base. The fish is firm and flavorful, contrasting with the crunch of almonds. A savory and cooling starter.

€32 ≈ $37.00

Tuna tartare, rosemary and whitewine sauce

caper's leaves and glasswort

Fresh raw tuna chopped into small pieces. It has a meaty texture and savory flavor, seasoned with aromatic herbs and salty greens. Served cold.

€32 ≈ $37.00

Salmon tartare, fresh herbs dressing

yoghurt's tartara sauce and toasted bread

Chopped raw salmon dressed with herbs. The fish is rich and oily, balanced by the tangy yoghurt sauce. Spread over toasted bread for a mix of textures.

€32 ≈ $37.00

Appetizers

Ovenbaked langustine

with mediterranean herbs 15 € for 100 gr

Langoustines cooked in the oven with aromatic herbs. The heat concentrates the sweetness of the shellfish. You may need to peel the shells to get to the meat.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Squid's tagliatelle with tomato gazpacho

pecorino cheese and crispy guanciale

Not pasta, but squid sliced into ribbons to resemble tagliatelle noodles. Served with a cold tomato soup base, cheese, and cured pork cheek. A unique play on textures.

€32 ≈ $37.00

"Pierluigi" Prawn Catalana

Catalana 2/9

A prawn salad prepared 'Catalan style', typically featuring boiled prawns with raw onions and tomatoes dressed in oil and vinegar. Fresh, tangy, and light.

€32 ≈ $37.00

Slowcooked monk fish bites

with tomato sauce, chocolate and celery 4/5/8/9/14

Pieces of monkfish, a firm white fish with a texture similar to lobster tail. Cooked slowly for tenderness and served with a rich sauce containing dark chocolate notes.

€32 ≈ $37.00

Wild Octopus Soppressata

mesclun salad, Chardonnay's vinegar and dried figs 4/9/12/14

Octopus pressed into a terrine or sausage shape and thinly sliced like cold cuts. Tender texture with a savory sea flavor. Served cold with salad.

€30 ≈ $35.00

Beef carpaccio mustard evo oil emulsion

mesclun salad and summer black truffle 10/12

Thinly sliced raw beef dressed with a mustard and olive oil sauce. Topped with fragrant black truffle slices. The meat is very tender and flavorful.

€35 ≈ $41.00

Stuffed Zucchini flowers, molten mozzarella

and Cantabrico's anchovies 1/4/7

Edible flowers of the zucchini plant filled with cheese and anchovies, then fried or baked. Crispy on the outside with a gooey, savory filling.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Pasta Courses

Mediterranean Lobster Tagliolini

"datterino" tomato and basil. 20 € for 100 gr

Long, thin ribbons of egg pasta tossed with fresh lobster meat and sweet tomatoes. A classic Italian seafood pasta dish, rich and savory.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Maine-lobster Calamarata

"datterino" tomato and parsley 1/2/3/4/9/14

Thick ring-shaped pasta resembling calamari rings, served with Maine lobster. The pasta has a firm bite and holds the sauce well. A hearty seafood dish.

€55 ≈ $64.00

Risotto with mussels

pecorino cheese, black pepper and tomato sauce 4/7/9/14

Creamy Italian rice dish cooked with mussels. Flavored with cheese and pepper similar to Cacio e Pepe, but with a seafood twist. Rich and comforting.

€35 ≈ $41.00

Linguina "ajo e ojo"

wild fennel and homemade tuna's 'nduja 1/4/9/14

Linguine pasta with garlic and oil sauce, enhanced with spicy spreadable tuna salami ('nduja). Aromatic and slightly spicy pasta dish.

€35 ≈ $41.00

Seafood scialatielli

1/2/3/4/6/9/10/14

Thick, short strands of fresh pasta typical of the Amalfi coast. Served with a mix of shellfish and seafood. Chewy texture and oceanic flavor.

€38 ≈ $44.00

Homemade gnocchi

with roman zucchini, cacio cheese and basil 1/5/7/8/9

Soft dumplings made from potato or flour. Served with a sauce of cheese and zucchini. Comforting and pillowy texture.

€32 ≈ $37.00

Main Courses

Slowcooked cod

saffron sauce, clams and brazed escarole

Cod fillet cooked gently to remain flaky and moist. Served with a fragrant yellow saffron sauce and shellfish. A delicate fish dish.

€40 ≈ $46.00

Crunchy tuna with "scapece" zucchini

smoked provola cheese and ponzu

Tuna steak with a crispy exterior. Paired with marinated zucchini ('scapece') and a citrus-soy sauce. Offers a mix of Italian and Asian flavors.

€42 ≈ $49.00

Prawn tempura

with horse radish mayo and parsley

Prawns deep-fried in a light batter until crispy. Served with a spicy creamy mayonnaise. A popular fried seafood dish.

€45 ≈ $52.00

Grilled Beef sirloin "Chateaubriand"

with potato's terrine, balsamic vinegar, crunchy friggitelli, "Bearnaise" sauce and spiced demi glass. 200 € for 2 ppl

A large, thick cut of tenderloin beef grilled and served for two people. Very tender and lean. Accompanied by rich sauces and potatoes.

€200 ≈ $232.00

Veal fillet with capers

roasted papaccelle peppers, green sauce and fresh herbs potato

A tender cut of young beef served with tangy capers and peppers. The meat is mild and soft. Served with potatoes.

€40 ≈ $46.00

Fish Main Courses By Weight

Please, specify your preferred cooking style to your waiter for the fresh fish you have ordered.

Turbot

each 100 gr 12 €

A flatfish with firm, white meat and a delicate flavor. Highly regarded in fine dining. Usually grilled or baked whole.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Seabream

each 100 gr 12 €

A white fish with a clean, mild taste and flaky texture. A Mediterranean staple. Best enjoyed simply grilled with olive oil and lemon.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Seabass

each 100 gr 11 €

A popular white fish with tender, succulent meat and a slightly sweet flavor. The skin crisps up well when grilled.

€11 ≈ $13.00

Red Snapper

each 100 gr 12 €

A fish with reddish skin and firm, white flesh. It has a mild, nutty flavor. Excellent when roasted whole.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Saddled Bream

each 100 gr 12 €

A type of sea bream with a distinctive black band on the tail. The meat is tasty and delicate. Prepared similarly to other white fish.

€12 ≈ $14.00

John Dory

each 100 gr 12 €

A distinct-looking fish with delicate, white fillets. It has a sweet, buttery flavor. Considered a delicacy.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Sole

each 100 gr 14 €

A flatfish known for its mild flavor and firm texture. Often served 'Meunière' style with butter and lemon, or simply grilled.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Red Mullet

each 100 gr 12 €

A small fish with reddish skin and a unique, slightly gamey flavor like shellfish. The meat is tender and rich.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Scorpion Fish

each 100 gr 12 €

A bottom-dwelling fish with firm, tasty meat often used in soups, but excellent grilled. It has a lobster-like texture.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Maine Lobster

each 100 gr 14 €

Large clawed lobster from the Atlantic. The meat is sweet and firm, especially in the tail and claws. Usually boiled or grilled.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Mediterranean Lobster

each 100 gr 19 €

Also known as Spiny Lobster, it has no claws but very flavorful tail meat. The taste is more intense than Atlantic lobster.

€19 ≈ $22.00

Mediterranean Red Prawn

each 100 gr 16 €

Large deep-sea prawns known for their bright red color and sweet head juices. Best enjoyed with minimal cooking.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Mediterranean Langoustine

each 100 gr 16 €

Orange-pink crustaceans with long, thin claws. The meat is sweeter and more delicate than lobster. A gourmet seafood choice.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Vegetables Dishes

Parmigiana style Eggplant

1/7

Layers of fried eggplant, tomato sauce, and cheese baked together. A rich and savory vegetarian classic, similar to lasagna but with vegetables.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Smoked watermelon tartare

"Bearnaise" sauce, capers and black sesame seeds

A creative vegetarian dish where smoked watermelon mimics the texture of raw tuna. Served with rich sauce and capers for a savory finish.

€25 ≈ $29.00

Carpaccio of roman zucchini

basil oil and cacioricotta Cheese 7

Thinly sliced raw zucchini served cold. Seasoned with oil and cheese. Light, crunchy, and refreshing.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Sautéed or steamed seasonal vegetables

A side dish of fresh vegetables available that day. Cooked simply to preserve their natural flavor and nutrients.

€18~ ≈ $21.00

Summer salad with mesclun salad

zucchini, flowers, toasted almonds, cucumber, "primosale" cheese and raspberry 5/7/8/12

A fresh mixed green salad with seasonal ingredients. Features nuts for crunch, cheese for creaminess, and fruit for sweetness. A light meal or side.

€24 ≈ $28.00

Roasted or fried potatoes

Classic potato side dish. Choose between crispy fried potatoes or savory oven-roasted ones. Great for soaking up sauces.

€15~ ≈ $17.00

Cocktails

PEACH SMASH

Twist on Tommy's Margarita. Ketel One Vodka, Lychee Liqueur, Peach, Lime, Agave, Mint. Fragrant, Fresh.

A fruity and refreshing cocktail based on vodka. It combines sweet peach and lychee flavors with fresh mint and lime. Served over ice.

€18 ≈ $21.00

MONTLEVAR 95

Twist on Boulevardier. Bulleit Rye, BiancoSarti, Montenegro, Vermouth Cocchi dopo teatro, Orange bitter. Tastefull, Fragrant.

A complex, spirit-forward cocktail. Made with whiskey and herbal liqueurs for a bitter-sweet and aromatic profile. Served stirred.

€18 ≈ $21.00

BEACH BLISS

Twist on Margarita. Casamigos Tequila, Dry curaçao, Apple, Coconut. Citrusy, Fresh.

A tropical cocktail featuring tequila. Flavors of apple and coconut mix with citrus for a bright, summery drink. Crisp and sweet.

€18 ≈ $21.00

End of menu

Add items and show to staff

Place Information

★

4.2

1,959 ratings on Google Maps

$$$$ Expensive

View on Google Maps ↗

Are you the owner? Please let us know if there's any incorrect information. Report Incorrect Info ↗

Nearby Places

Venchi Cioccolato e Gelato Via del Corso

★ 4.7 · $$

Otello

★ 4.7 · $$

Ristorante Pizzeria Castello

★ 4.7 · $$

Must-try foods in Rome

Pizza Margherita

Pizza Marinara

Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Ragù alla Bolognese

Lasagna

Risotto