Bread
Pane
Basket of fresh bread to accompany the meal. Essential for 'scarpetta' (mopping up sauce).
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Ristorante Pizzeria La Francescana
Ristorante Pizzeria La Francescana
* Frozen product For further information on allergens, please ask the staff
★ 4.0
(1,003)
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Appetizers
Prosciutto and Melon
Prosciutto e melone
A classic Italian appetizer. Slices of salty Parma ham served on sweet melon wedges. A refreshing sweet-salty contrast.
€8
≈ $9.00
0
Mixed Appetizer
Antipasto misto
A selection of various house appetizers. Usually includes cured meats, cheeses, and pickled vegetables.
€7
≈ $8.00
0
La Francescana Appetizer
Antipasto Francescana
The house's special appetizer. A rich selection of the chef's specialties, varying by season.
0
Seafood Salad
Insalata di mare
Boiled cold mollusks and crustaceans, dressed with oil, lemon, and parsley. Fresh and light, delicate sea flavor.
€12
≈ $14.00
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Parma Ham
Prosciutto di Parma
Aged Parma ham DOP. Sweet and refined flavor, soft texture.
€7
≈ $8.00
0
Buffalo Mozzarella 250g
Mozzarella di bufala 250 gr
Fresh stretched-curd cheese made from buffalo milk. Rich, milky, and juicy.
€8
≈ $9.00
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Potato Croquettes*
Crocchette di Patate*
(one portion 8 pieces)
Breaded and fried potato bites. Crispy outside and soft inside.
€4
≈ $5.00
0
Freshly made Supplì, Zucchini Flowers*
Supplì espressi, Fiori di zucca*
Classic Roman fried items. Supplì is a fried tomato rice ball; zucchini flower is battered and fried.
€2
≈ $2.00
0
Ascolana Olives*, Fried Mozzarella Balls*
Olive ascolane*, Mozzarelline fritte*
(one portion 10 pieces)
Breaded and fried green olives stuffed with meat, accompanied by small breaded and fried mozzarella balls. A warm and flavorful treat.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Cod Fillets*
Filetti di baccala'*
Desalted cod fillets, battered and fried. Soft white fish inside a crispy crust.
€2.50
≈ $3.00
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Crab claws*
Chele di granchio*
Breaded and fried crab meat, served with the claw as a 'handle'. Sweet crustacean flavor.
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Bruschetta of your choice
Bruschette a piacere
Slices of toasted bread topped with various ingredients such as fresh tomatoes, oil, and garlic. Crispy and flavorful.
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Soups
Tortellini in Broth
Tortellini in brodo
Egg pasta filled with meat served in hot broth. A traditional, comforting, and flavorful dish.
€7.50
≈ $9.00
0
Small pasta in broth
Pastina in brodo
Small-shaped pasta cooked in broth. Light and delicate, ideal for warming up.
€5
≈ $6.00
0
Pavese Soup
Zuppa pavese
Soup with broth, toasted bread, and a fresh egg added raw that cooks in the heat of the broth.
€5
≈ $6.00
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Stracciatella
Roman soup based on meat broth into which a mixture of eggs and Parmesan is poured, forming soft 'stracci' (shreds).
€5
≈ $6.00
0
First Courses
Fettuccine alla Francescana
(Mushrooms, peas, cream, and ham)
Fresh egg pasta with a rich and creamy sauce of cream, mushrooms, sweet peas, and cooked ham.
€9
≈ $10.00
0
Fettuccine with Porcini Mushrooms
Fettuccine ai funghi porcini
Egg pasta with aromatic porcini mushrooms. Earthy and forest-scented flavor.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Bucatini all'Amatriciana
Bucatini all'amatriciana
Thick fresh pasta with crispy guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino. A classic Roman dish with a strong flavor.
€9
≈ $10.00
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Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti alla carbonara
Pasta with egg cream, Pecorino Romano, black pepper, and crispy guanciale. Rich, savory, and creamy without cream.
€9
≈ $10.00
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Penne all'Arrabbiata
Penne all'arrabbiata
Short pasta in a spicy tomato sauce with garlic and chili pepper. Simple but with character.
€9
≈ $10.00
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Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe
Tonnarelli cacio e pepe
Thick fresh spaghetti with a Pecorino Romano cream and abundant ground black pepper. Savory and slightly spicy.
€9
≈ $10.00
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Penne alla Vodka
Pennette alla Vodka
Short pasta in a creamy pink sauce with tomato, cream, and a splash of vodka. Soft and retro taste.
€9
≈ $10.00
0
Ricotta and Spinach Ravioli of your choice
Ravioli di ricotta e spinaci a piacere
Pasta filled with fresh ricotta and spinach, served with a choice of sauce (often butter and sage or tomato).
€10
≈ $12.00
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Scampi Cream Risotto
Risotto alla crema di scampi
Rice creamed with a delicate scampi-based sauce. Sweet crustacean flavor and velvety texture.
€11
≈ $13.00
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Scampi and Prawn Risotto
Risotto scampi e mazzancolle
Rice cooked with scampi and prawns. A refined and tasty seafood dish.
€13
≈ $15.00
0
Seafood Risotto
Risotto alla pescatora
Rice with a mix of seafood (mussels, clams, squid). Intense sea flavor.
€11
≈ $13.00
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Seafood Spaghetti
Spaghetti allo scoglio
Long pasta with fresh crustaceans and mollusks (clams, mussels, shrimp). A rich and fragrant dish.
€15
≈ $17.00
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Spaghetti with Clams
Spaghetti alle vongole veraci
Pasta with clams sautéed in white wine with garlic, oil, and parsley. An essential and flavorful classic.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Tonnarelli with Lobster
Tonnarelli all'astice
Thick fresh spaghetti served with lobster and cherry tomatoes. A prized dish with a strong crustacean flavor.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Tonnarelli with scampi and prawns
Tonnarelli scampi e mazzancolle
Thick fresh pasta with scampi and prawns. Rich seafood flavor.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Tonnarelli with Pachino tomatoes, zucchini flowers, shrimp, and clams
Tonnarelli pachino, fiori di zucca, gamberi e vongole
Fresh pasta with a complex and colorful dressing: sweet cherry tomatoes, delicate zucchini flowers, and seafood.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Tonnarelli with Mussels and Pecorino
Tonnarelli cozze e pecorino
A typical Lazio combination: the saltiness of mussels meets the creaminess of Pecorino Romano.
€13
≈ $15.00
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Linguine with shrimp, Pachino tomatoes, and zucchini flowers
Linguine gamberetti, pachino e fiori di zucca
Flattened pasta with sweet shrimp, Pachino tomatoes, and zucchini flowers. Light and spring-like.
€13
≈ $15.00
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Fettuccine with Salmon
Fettuccine al salmone
Egg pasta in a creamy sauce (often with cream) and smoked or fresh salmon. Rich and round flavor.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Main Courses
Scottadito Lamb Chops
Abbacchio alla scottadito
Grilled milk-fed lamb chops. Eaten with hands because they 'burn the fingers'.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Beef Steak Pizzaiola Style
Bistecca alla pizzaiola
Slices of meat cooked in tomato sauce with garlic and oregano. The meat is tender and flavorful.
€20
≈ $23.00
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Grilled Steak
Bistecca alla brace
Beef cut cooked simply on the grill. Enhances the natural flavor of the meat.
€20
≈ $23.00
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Grilled Pork Chop
Braciola di maiale alla brace
Grilled pork cutlet. Juicy and flavorful meat with grilled aromas.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Milanese Cutlet
Cotoletta alla milanese
Floured meat slices (usually veal) fried in butter or oil. Golden and crispy.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Fried Lamb Cutlet
Cotoletta d'abbacchio fritto
Breaded and fried lamb chops. A crispy alternative to the classic grilled lamb.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Milanese Cutlet with Bolognese sauce
Cotoletta alla bolognese
Breaded cutlet enriched with ham and melted cheese on top, sometimes with a bit of tomato. Very rich.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Grilled Fillet
Filetto alla brace
The most tender cut of beef, grilled. Lean, soft, and succulent.
€23
≈ $27.00
0
Fillet with Green Pepper or Cognac Sauce
Filetto al pepe verde o al cognac
Beef fillet served with a creamy spicy green pepper sauce or flambéed with cognac. A classic and elegant dish.
€23
≈ $27.00
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Florentine Steak (per 100g)
Fiorentina (l'etto)
Large T-bone steak, grilled, usually rare. Price calculated by weight.
€5
≈ $6.00
0
Mixed Meat Grill
Grigliata mista di carne
Mixed selection of grilled meats (beef, pork, lamb, chicken). Ideal for tasting various cuts.
€23
≈ $27.00
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Grilled Veal Loin
Lombata di vitella alla brace
Prime cut of veal grilled. Light, tender, and delicate meat.
€20
≈ $23.00
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Grilled Veal Loin
Magro di vitella alla brace
Lean veal slice simply grilled. Light and dietetic.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Eggplant Parmesan
Melanzane alla parmigiana
Layered baked eggplant dish with tomato, mozzarella, and Parmesan. A rich and tasty vegetarian dish.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Saltimbocca alla Romana
Saltimbocca alla romana
Thin slices of veal with Parma ham and sage, cooked in white wine. Tender and very flavorful.
€15
≈ $17.00
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Scaloppine alla Francescana
Scaloppina alla Francescana
(Mushrooms, peas, cream, and ham)
Floured meat slices cooked in a pan with a rich sauce of cream, mushrooms, peas, and ham.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Scaloppine al Limone
Scaloppine al limone
Thin slices of meat cooked with lemon juice. Fresh and aromatic, with a citrus flavor.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Grilled Scamorza
Scamorza ai ferri
Smoked stretched-curd cheese cooked on the grill until soft and stringy with an external crust.
€9
≈ $10.00
0
Straccetti with Arugula
Straccetti con rucola
Thin strips of beef sautéed in a pan and served on a bed of fresh arugula (and often Parmesan shavings).
€15
≈ $17.00
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Tagliata (sliced steak)
Tagliata
Beef steak grilled and served sliced. Usually accompanied by arugula or potatoes.
€20
≈ $23.00
0
Scaloppine in Wine Sauce
Scaloppine al vino
Thin slices of meat floured and cooked, deglazed with white wine. Delicate flavor.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Scaloppine al Marsala
Scaloppine al marsala
Thin slices of meat cooked with Marsala wine. Sweet and aromatic flavor.
€14
≈ $16.00
0
Devil's Chicken
Galletto alla diavola
Young chicken, butterflied, flattened, and grilled with spicy oil and herbs.
€12
≈ $14.00
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Fish
Marinara Mussels
Cozze alla marinara
Fresh mussels opened in a pan with garlic, oil, parsley, and white wine. Flavorful sauce to enjoy with bread.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Mixed Fried*
Fritto misto*
Floured and fried squid and shrimp mix. Crispy and golden, served with lemon.
€15
≈ $17.00
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Prawns*
Mazzancolle*
Imperial prawns, usually grilled or baked. Prized sweet-tasting crustaceans.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Grilled Fish (per 100g)
Pesce alla griglia (l'etto)
Fresh fish of the day grilled. Price by weight.
€4
≈ $5.00
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Baked Turbot with Potatoes (per 100g)
Rombo al forno con patate (l'etto)
Turbot (delicate flatfish) baked with a side of potatoes. Price by weight.
€5
≈ $6.00
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Sautéed Clams
Sauté di vongole veraci
Clams sautéed in a pan with oil and garlic. Similar to marinara but often with only clams.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Roasted Scampi*
Scampi arrosto*
Grilled or baked scampi. Enhances the natural sweetness of the crustacean.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Soles of your choice*
Sogliole a piacere*
Very delicate flatfish, prepared in various ways (meunière, grilled).
€15
≈ $17.00
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Squid / Shrimp Skewers*
Spiedini di calamari / gamberi*
Pieces of squid and shrimp skewered and grilled, often with aromatic breadcrumbs.
€15
≈ $17.00
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Grilled Calamari
Calamari alla griglia
Whole squid cooked on the grill. Light and tasty.
€15
≈ $17.00
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Mixed Grill
Grigliato misto
Mixed selection of grilled fish and crustaceans.
€18
≈ $21.00
0
Grilled Swordfish Steak*
Trancio di pesce spada alla griglia*
Grilled swordfish steak. Firm flesh similar to a fish steak.
€18
≈ $21.00
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Side Dishes
Asparagus
Asparagi
Boiled or sautéed asparagus, often served with oil and lemon.
€5
≈ $6.00
0
Roman Artichokes
Carciofi alla romana
Whole artichokes cooked with garlic, oil, and mint. Tender and very aromatic.
€3
≈ $3.00
0
Salad
Insalata
Mixed fresh leafy greens. A light side dish.
€4
≈ $5.00
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Cooked Vegetables
Verdura cotta
Seasonal vegetables (spinach, chard, or chicory) boiled and sautéed.
€4
≈ $5.00
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French Fries
Patate fritte
Fried potato sticks. The classic side dish par excellence.
€3.50
≈ $4.00
0
Cheeses
Caciotta (local cheese)
Caciotta
Local semi-aged cheese, mild flavor.
€4
≈ $5.00
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Gorgonzola
Blue cheese with a strong, spicy flavor and creamy texture.
€4
≈ $5.00
0
Groviera
Hard Swiss cheese, sweet and nutty flavor.
€4
≈ $5.00
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Parmesan
Parmigiano
Hard, granular aged cheese. Rich, umami flavor.
€4
≈ $5.00
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Pecorino
Aged sheep's milk cheese. Salty and intense flavor.
€4
≈ $5.00
0
Pizzas
Focaccia
White pizza base seasoned only with oil and salt (and sometimes rosemary). Crispy and simple.
€3
≈ $3.00
0
Margherita Pizza
Pizza margherita
The most classic pizza: tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
€7.50
≈ $9.00
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Margherita pizza with buffalo mozzarella
Pizza margherita con bufala
Margherita pizza enriched with DOP Campania buffalo mozzarella.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Neapolitan Pizza
Pizza napoletana
Traditionally with tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, and oregano.
€8.50
≈ $10.00
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Marinara Pizza
Pizza marinara
Simple red pizza with tomato, garlic, oregano, and oil. No cheese.
€6.50
≈ $8.00
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Mushroom Pizza
Pizza con funghi
Pizza base (tomato and mozzarella) with sliced button mushrooms.
€8
≈ $9.00
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Pizza with Porcini Mushrooms
Pizza con funghi porcini
Pizza with prized porcini mushrooms. Intense forest flavor.
€10.50
≈ $12.00
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Capricciosa Pizza
Pizza capricciosa
Rich pizza with tomato, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, ham, and olives.
€9
≈ $10.00
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Zucchini flower and anchovy pizza
Pizza fiori di zucca e alici
White or red pizza with zucchini flowers and anchovies. Delicate and savory flavor combined.
€9.50
≈ $11.00
0
Four Cheese Pizza
Pizza ai quattro formaggi
White pizza with a blend of four cheeses (e.g., mozzarella, gorgonzola, fontina, Parmesan). Creamy and intense.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Seafood Pizza
Pizza ai frutti di mare
Red pizza (usually without mozzarella) with mixed seafood.
€11.50
≈ $13.00
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Vegetable Pizza
Pizza con verdure
Vegetarian pizza with grilled or baked vegetables (eggplant, zucchini, peppers).
€10.50
≈ $12.00
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Pachino tomatoes, arugula, and Parmesan pizza
Pizza pachino, rucola e parmigiano
Fresh pizza with Pachino tomatoes, raw arugula added after cooking, and Parmesan shavings.
€10.50
≈ $12.00
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Diavola Pizza
Pizza diavola
Pizza with spicy salami. Strong flavor.
€9.50
≈ $11.00
0
Wurstel Pizza
Pizza wurstel
A pizza loved by children, with mozzarella and slices of wurstel.
€9
≈ $10.00
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Bresaola, arugula, and Parmesan pizza
Pizza bresaola, rucola e parmigiano
White pizza with bresaola (lean beef), arugula, and Parmesan added raw.
€11
≈ $13.00
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Salmon Pizza
Pizza al salmone
Pizza with smoked salmon, often on a white base.
€12
≈ $14.00
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Gorgonzola and radicchio pizza
Pizza gorgonzola e radicchio
Flavorful pizza with the bitterness of radicchio and the spicy creaminess of gorgonzola.
€11.50
≈ $13.00
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Tuna and Onion Pizza
Pizza tonno e cipolla
Pizza with oil-packed tuna and onions (often red). Rustic flavor.
€11
≈ $13.00
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Broccoli Rabe or Chicory and Sausage Pizza
Pizza broccoletti o cicoria e salsiccia
Pizza with crumbled sausage and sautéed vegetables (broccoli rabe or bitter chicory). Very traditional in Rome.
€12
≈ $14.00
0
Wurstel and Fries Pizza
Pizza wurstel e patatine
Pizza 'American style', with wurstel and french fries on top.
€11.50
≈ $13.00
0
Ham Crostini
Crostino al prosciutto
Toasted bread or pizza base with mozzarella and cooked ham, baked.
€9
≈ $10.00
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Anchovy Crostini
Crostino alle acciughe
Crispy base with mozzarella and salted anchovies.
€8
≈ $9.00
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La Francescana Crostini
Crostino alla Francescana
(Mozzarella, mushrooms, peas, and ham)
House special crostini rich with toppings: mozzarella, mushrooms, sweet peas, and ham.
€9.50
≈ $11.00
0
Calzone
Half-moon shaped folded pizza, filled (usually with tomato, mozzarella, and ham/egg).
€9.50
≈ $11.00
0
Fruit and Desserts
Tiramisu
Tiramisù
Famous Italian dessert made with ladyfingers soaked in coffee and mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa.
€5
≈ $6.00
0
House Crème Caramel
Creme caramel della casa
Egg and milk custard with a liquid caramel topping. Soft and sweet.
€4
≈ $5.00
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Dessert from the trolley
Dolce al carrello
Selection of daily cakes and desserts displayed at the counter.
€4.50
≈ $5.00
0
Mixed Ice Cream
Gelato misto
Cup with mixed ice cream scoops (custard, chocolate, fruit).
€4
≈ $5.00
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House Lemon Sorbet
Sorbetto al limone della casa
Semi-frozen lemon dessert, digestive and refreshing, to drink or eat with a spoon.
€3.50
≈ $4.00
0
Pineapple
Ananas
Slices of fresh pineapple.
€5
≈ $6.00
0
Seasonal Fruit
Frutta di stagione
Whole fresh fruit or in pieces, depending on availability.
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Fresh Fruit Salad
Macedonia di frutta fresca
Fresh fruit salad cut into cubes, dressed with lemon juice and sugar.
€4.50
≈ $5.00
0
Strawberries
Fragole
Cup of fresh strawberries, served plain or with lemon/cream.
€4.50
≈ $5.00
0
Beverages
Large bottle of mineral water
Acqua minerale grande
Large bottle of water (still or sparkling).
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Small bottle of mineral water
Acqua minerale piccola
Small bottle of water (still or sparkling).
€1.50
≈ $2.00
0
Large bottle of beer
Birra in bottiglia grande
Large bottle of beer (usually 66cl).
€4
≈ $5.00
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Small bottle of beer
Birra in bottiglia piccola
Standard bottle of beer (33cl).
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Large draft beer
Birra alla spina grande
Large mug of draft beer.
€4.50
≈ $5.00
0
Small draft beer
Birra alla spina piccola
Small glass of draft beer.
€2.50
≈ $3.00
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Large Coca-Cola
Coca-cola grande
Cola carbonated drink, large size.
€5
≈ $6.00
0
Small Coca-Cola
Coca-cola piccola
Cola carbonated drink, small size.
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Large Orange Soda
Aranciata grande
Orange carbonated drink, large size.
€4
≈ $5.00
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Small Orange Soda
Aranciata piccola
Orange carbonated drink, small size.
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Lemonade Soda
Gassosa
Sweet, clear lemon-flavored carbonated drink.
€1.50
≈ $2.00
0
Coffee and Liquors
Coffee
Caffè
Classic Italian Espresso.
€1.50
≈ $2.00
0
National Liquors
Liquori nazionali
Digestifs and bitters produced in Italy (e.g., Limoncello, Amaro del Capo, Grappa).
€2.50
≈ $3.00
0
Imported Liquors
Liquori esteri
Imported alcoholic beverages and spirits (e.g., Whisky, Cognac, Vodka).
€3.50
≈ $4.00
0
Wine List
White Wines
House Wine
Vino della casa
House draft white wine. Simple and easy to drink.
€4~
≈ $5.00
Chardonnay S. Margherita
International white wine, fruity and elegant.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Corvo di Salaparuta
Sicilian white wine, balanced and fresh.
€14
≈ $16.00
0
Falanghina Mastroberardino
Campanian white wine, aromatic with floral notes.
€19
≈ $22.00
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Galestro purple label
Galestro capsula viola
Tuscan white wine, light and fresh.
€14
≈ $16.00
0
Gewurztraminer
Aromatic Alto Adige white wine, with notes of lychee and rose.
€20
≈ $23.00
0
Greco di Tufo Mastroberardino
Greco di tufo Mastroberardino
Prestigious Campanian white, structured and mineral.
€19
≈ $22.00
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Pecorino
White wine from central Italy, savory and full-bodied.
€15
≈ $17.00
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Pinot S. Margherita
Pinot Grigio, dry and delicate.
€15
≈ $17.00
0
Prosecco Valdobbiadene
Venetian sparkling white wine, perfect as an aperitif.
€14
≈ $16.00
0
Vermentino Mancini
Vermentino di Gallura (Sardinia), savory and fragrant.
€19
≈ $22.00
0
Vermentino Giogantinu
Another Sardinian Vermentino, fresh and pleasant.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Red Wines
House Wine
Vino della casa
House draft red wine.
€4~
≈ $5.00
Chianti S. Cristina
Tuscan red wine based on Sangiovese. Versatile and fruity.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Corvo di Salaparuta
Classic Sicilian red.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Full-bodied and smooth red from central Italy.
€16
≈ $19.00
0
Morellino di Scansano
Maremma Tuscan red wine, dry and decisive.
€16
≈ $19.00
0
Novello
Seasonal young wine, very fruity and light.
€16
≈ $19.00
0
Nero D'Avola
Nero D'avola
Indigenous Sicilian grape variety, intense and structured wine.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Rosso di Montalcino
Prestigious Tuscan wine, younger sibling of Brunello but fresher.
€20
≈ $23.00
0
Sparkling Wines
Asti Cinzano
Classic sweet aromatic Piedmontese sparkling wine. Ideal with desserts.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Asti Gancia
Classic sweet sparkling wine.
€14
≈ $16.00
0
Berlucchi
Franciacorta brut (classic method), dry and elegant.
€25
≈ $29.00
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Ferrari
Trentino classic method sparkling wine. Prestigious and refined.
€30
≈ $35.00
0
Pinot di Pinot
Light and versatile brut sparkling wine.
€16
≈ $19.00
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