Renato al Ghetto - Hostaria Kosher

Name: Renato al Ghetto - Hostaria Kosher
Address: Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 5, 00186 Roma RM, Italy, Rome
Price range: €3 - €29

* Possibility of frozen product ** Meat and fish intended for raw consumption are subjected to preventive treatment (freezing) pursuant to Reg. CE853/2004.

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Renato al Ghetto - Hostaria Kosher menu 1

APPETIZERS

Traditional Fried Dish*

Fritto della Tradizione*

(2 Cod Fillets and 1 Jewish-Style Artichoke)

Classic fried dish from Jewish-Roman cuisine. Includes battered and fried cod fillets and a whole Jewish-style artichoke. Crispy, golden, and flavorful.

€12.50 ≈ $14.00

Jewish-Style Artichoke*

Carciofo alla Giudia*

2 pcs

Whole artichoke fried twice according to Roman Jewish tradition. The outer leaves become crispy like chips, while the heart remains tender.

€8.50 ≈ $10.00

Fried Anchovy Cone

Cartoccio di Alici fritte

Floured and fried fresh anchovies, served in a traditional paper cone. A simple, crispy, and salty seafood appetizer, to be eaten with your hands.

€11.50 ≈ $13.00

Cod and Eggplant Meatballs on Basil Cream

Polpettine di Merluzzo e Melanzane su crema di basilico

Fried cod and eggplant bites served on a velvety basil sauce. Soft inside with a delicate fish and vegetable flavor.

€11.50 ≈ $13.00

Avocado Tartare with Dry-Cured Salmon**

Tartare di Avocado con Salmone** marinato a secco

Fresh appetizer composed of diced avocado and marinated salmon. A modern combination that blends the creaminess of avocado with the saltiness of fish.

€13.50 ≈ $16.00

Millefeuille of Tongue in Green Sauce

Millefoglie di lingua in salsa verde

Boiled beef tongue, thinly sliced, layered with green sauce (Piedmontese "bagnetto" made with parsley, anchovies, and capers). A rich and aromatic cold dish.

€13.50 ≈ $16.00

Beef Carpaccio* with Fennel and Orange

Carpaccio di Manzo* con finocchi e arancia

Very thin slices of raw beef served with fennel and orange salad. A light, fresh, and citrusy dish.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Roman Pinsa* with Beef Jerky and Arugula

Pinsa romana* con carne secca di Manzo e rucola

Light and digestible typical Roman flatbread (pinsa), topped with cured beef (similar to bresaola or coppiette) and fresh arugula.

€13.50 ≈ $16.00

Jewish-Roman Appetizer

Antipasto Giudaico Romanesco

(Marinated zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, anchovy and endive tartlet)

Selection of traditional Jewish-Roman appetizers. Includes marinated zucchini (concia), tomatoes, and a savory tartlet of anchovies and endive.

€12.50 ≈ $14.00

FIRST COURSES

Agnolotti with Garlic, Oil, and Pachino Tomatoes

Agnolotti ajo, oio e pachino

Stuffed pasta sautéed in a simple dressing of garlic, olive oil, and pachino cherry tomatoes. Flavorful and slightly spicy.

€15.50 ≈ $18.00

Spaghettoni with Sea Bream and Lemon

Spaghettone Orata e limone

Thick spaghetti dressed with fresh sea bream pulp and lemon zest. A delicate and fragrant first course from the sea.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Calamarata with Sea Bass, Zucchini, and Bottarga

Calamarata Spigola, zucchine e bottarga

Short ring-shaped pasta (calamarata) served with sea bass ragu, tender zucchini, and a sprinkle of bottarga (dried fish roe) for a savory touch.

€16.50 ≈ $19.00

Fettuccine with Mushrooms, Beef Jerky, and Truffle

Fettuccine con funghi, carne secca e tartufo

Egg fettuccine dressed with a rich mushroom sauce, strips of beef jerky, and aromatic truffle. Earthy and intense flavor.

€16.50 ≈ $19.00

Tonnarelli with Anchovies, Pachino Tomatoes, and Zucchini Flowers

Tonnarelli con alici, pachino e fiori di zucca

Fresh pasta similar to chitarra spaghetti, dressed with salted anchovies, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zucchini flowers. A classic Roman combination.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Calamarata with Basil Pesto, Pine Nuts, and Confit Cherry Tomatoes

Calamarata con pesto di basilico, pinoli e pomodorini confit

Short pasta dressed with fragrant Genoese pesto, crunchy pine nuts, and oven-baked cherry tomatoes (confit) to enhance their sweetness. Vegetarian dish.

€13.50 ≈ $16.00

Kosher Amatriciana Tonnarelli

Tonnarelli all'Amatriciana Kosher

(Tonnarelli with beef jerky)

Kosher twist on a Roman classic. Pasta dressed with tomato sauce and beef jerky instead of pork cheek.

€15.50 ≈ $18.00

MAIN COURSES

Chicken with Peppers

Pollo con i peperoni

Chicken stewed and slowly cooked with peppers. A traditional Roman dish where the meat becomes tender and is flavored by the sweetness of the peppers.

€18.50 ≈ $21.00

Veal Porchetta with Sautéed Potatoes

Porchetta di Vitella con patate saltate

Roast veal seasoned with typical porchetta spices (rosemary, garlic, fennel), served with pan-sautéed potatoes.

€19.50 ≈ $23.00

Jewish-Style Chicken Saltimbocca

Saltimbocca di pollo alla Giudia

Thin chicken cutlets with sage and cured meat (kosher variant of ham), pan-fried with white wine. Tasty and aromatic.

€17.50 ≈ $20.00

Chicken Schnitzel* with French Fries

Shnizel* di pollo con patate fritte

Breaded and fried chicken cutlet, served with fries. A simple, crispy dish loved by all.

€16.50 ≈ $19.00

Roman-Style Cod*

Baccalà* alla Romana

Cod fillet cooked stewed with tomato sauce, raisins, and pine nuts. A typical Christmas Eve dish with a sweet and sour taste.

€18.50 ≈ $21.00

Sea Bass Fillet with Pistachio Crust

Filetto di Spigola in crosta di pistacchio

Fish fillet (sea bass) baked and covered with a crispy crust of crushed pistachios. Delicate and refined.

€19.50 ≈ $23.00

Beef Strips with Arugula and Pachino Tomatoes

Straccetti di Manzo con rucola e pachino

Thin strips of beef quickly sautéed in a pan, served with fresh arugula and cherry tomatoes. A light and tasty main course.

€18.50 ≈ $21.00

House Meatballs

Polpette della casa

House-made meatballs, prepared according to the house recipe, usually served in sauce.

€17.50 ≈ $20.00

Catch of the Day

Pescato del Giorno

hectogram (hg)

Fresh fish available daily. Can be prepared grilled, baked, or "acqua pazza" (poached in broth). Price is per hectogram (100g).

€7 ≈ $8.00

Coratella (Lamb Offal)

Coratella

if seasonal

Typical Roman dish made with lamb offal (heart, lungs, liver), usually cooked with onions and artichokes.

Milk-fed Lamb

Abbacchio

if seasonal

Suckling lamb, a Roman specialty. Can be prepared roasted (scottadito) or "alla cacciatora" (hunter-style).

Brain

Cervello

if seasonal

Fried or stewed brain (usually lamb or veal). A traditional "cucina povera" dish, tender and creamy.

FROM THE GRILL

Beef Ribeye

Costata di Manzo

Beef ribeye cut with the bone, grilled. Juicy and flavorful.

€25 ≈ $29.00

Beef Tagliata on a Bed of Arugula

Tagliata di Manzo su letto di rucola

Grilled beef steak served sliced (tagliata) on a bed of fresh arugula. Often dressed with Parmesan shavings or balsamic glaze.

€25 ≈ $29.00

200gr Beef Hamburger with Fries

Hamburger di Manzo 200gr con patatine

200-gram beef hamburger served on a plate, accompanied by French fries.

€18.50 ≈ $21.00

Special 300gr Beef Hamburger with Egg, Braised Beef Jerky, and Fries

Hamburger di Manzo Special 300gr con uovo, carne secca di manzo brasata e patatine

Maxi 300-gram hamburger enriched with an egg and braised beef jerky. A very rich and nutritious single dish, served with fries.

€22.50 ≈ $26.00

Beef Tagliata or Ribeye with Truffle Shavings

Tagliata o Costata di Manzo con scaglie di Tartufo

Grilled beef (choice of tagliata or ribeye) enhanced with fresh truffle shavings. A luxurious taste experience.

€29~ ≈ $34.00

SIDE DISHES

Chickpea Hummus

Humus di Ceci

Creamy spread made from cooked chickpeas, tahini (sesame paste), oil, and lemon. Typical Middle Eastern side dish.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Roasted Potatoes

Patate al forno

Potatoes cut into pieces and roasted in the oven, usually seasoned with rosemary and salt.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

French Fries

Patate fritte

Classic stick-cut potatoes fried in boiling oil until golden.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Sautéed Chicory

Cicoria ripassata

Leafy green vegetable with a slightly bitter taste, first boiled and then sautéed in a pan with garlic, oil, and chili pepper. Typical Roman side dish.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Sautéed Chicory with Bottarga

Cicoria ripassata con Bottarga

The classic Roman sautéed chicory enhanced with a sprinkle of bottarga for a decisive sea flavor.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Seasonal Vegetables

Verdura di stagione

Fresh seasonal vegetables, prepared based on seasonal availability (e.g., spinach, chard, broccoli rabe).

€6.50 ≈ $8.00