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Ristorante Vaca Loca

★ 4.3 (1,660) $$Moderate

OUR STARTERS

Beef meatballs with sauce (Grandma's recipe)
1) 3) 7)
Traditional beef meatballs served in a savory sauce, prepared according to a family recipe. Tender and flavorful. Enjoy as a hearty appetizer.
€11 ≈ $13.00
Buffalo Mozzarella from Battipaglia D.O.P. and ham of Parma 18/24 months
7)
Fresh, creamy buffalo milk mozzarella cheese paired with aged Parma ham. A classic Italian combination of savory cured meat and mild cheese. Served fresh.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Platter of local cold cuts and cheeses (for 2 people)
7)
A shared board featuring a selection of regional cured meats and cheeses. Designed for two people. Perfect for sampling local flavors.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Platter of local cold cuts and cheeses (for 4 people)
7)
A larger shared board featuring a selection of regional cured meats and cheeses. Designed for four people. A great way to start a meal with a group.
€18 ≈ $21.00
Roman Pinsa focaccia
1)
A traditional Roman flatbread made with a mix of flours for a light, airy interior and crispy crust. Simple and fragrant. Great for dipping or eating alongside other starters.
€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Grilled" BRUSCHETTE

Bruschetta with Sausage
(We make the sausage! It is as good as it used to be and does not contain preservatives or dyes. 100% pork) 1)
Grilled bread topped with homemade pork sausage. Savory and rich with a smoky flavor from the grill. A rustic appetizer.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Bruschetta with Pata Negra lard
1)
Grilled bread topped with high-quality cured fat from Iberian pigs. The lard melts into the warm bread, creating a rich, silky texture. Salted and flavorful.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Bruschetta with tomato
1)
Classic grilled bread topped with chopped fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs. Crisp, refreshing, and savory. The quintessential Italian starter.
€2.50 ≈ $3.00

FRIED "All homemade"

Supplì with beef ragout
1) 3) 7)
A Roman fried rice ball filled with meat sauce and mozzarella. Crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside. A popular street food snack.
€2 ≈ $2.00
Courgette flowers and anchovies
1) 3) 4) 7)
Fried zucchini blossom filled with mozzarella and anchovy. Crispy batter with a savory, salty filling. A seasonal delicacy.
€2 ≈ $2.00
Fillet meatballs
1) 3)
Fried meatballs made from beef fillet trimmings. Juicy and savory with a crisp exterior. Served hot.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Potato peel
Deep-fried potato skins. Crispy, salty, and potato-forward. A crunchy snack perfect for pairing with drinks.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Stick potatoes
Classic french fries cut into sticks. Golden and crispy. Served salted.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Puff pastry potatoes
Potatoes prepared with a puffy, airy texture, likely fried. Light and crispy. A unique twist on fried potatoes.
€4 ≈ $5.00

FIRST of the Roman and non-Roman tradition ...

Strozzapreti Vaca Loca
(Fresh water and flour pasta with courgette flowers, courgettes, bacon and pecorino romano) 1) 3) 7)
Hand-rolled twisted pasta served with zucchini, zucchini flowers, bacon, and Pecorino Romano cheese. Savory, salty, and slightly vegetal. A house specialty.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Fettuccine with porcini mushrooms and truffle
1) 3) 8)
Flat ribbon pasta served with aromatic porcini mushrooms and truffle. Earthy, rich, and fragrant. A luxurious vegetarian option.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Pappardelle with Spilinga Nduja, mint and pecorino romano
(Calabrian Nduja from Spilinga: the best, handcrafted) 1) 3) 8)
Wide ribbon pasta with spicy spreadable Calabrian pork sausage, fresh mint, and Pecorino cheese. Spicy, savory, and aromatic. A bold flavor combination.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Rigatoni carbonara
1) 3)
Short tube pasta served in a rich sauce of eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, cured pork jowl (guanciale), and black pepper. Creamy and savory without using cream.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Fettuccine with beef ragout
1) 3) 7) 9)
Flat ribbon pasta served with a slow-cooked beef meat sauce. Hearty, rich, and comforting. A classic Italian dish.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Tonnarelli alla gricia
1) 3) 7)
Thick spaghetti-like pasta served with cured pork jowl (guanciale), Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper. Essentially an Amatriciana sauce without tomatoes. Salty and savory.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Bucatini all'amatriciana
1) 7)
Thick hollow spaghetti served in a sauce of tomato, cured pork jowl (guanciale), and Pecorino Romano cheese. Savory with a slight tang from the tomatoes.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Tonnarelli with cheese and pepper
1) 3) 7)
Also known as Cacio e Pepe. Thick spaghetti-like pasta tossed with Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. Creamy, spicy, and sharp.
€9 ≈ $10.00

COOKED MEAT ON THE BARREL OF WOOD

SELECTION AT OUR MEAT COUNTER At Vaca Loca you choose the meat !!! You can order the type at the counter, the origin, the weight and the cooking... GRILLED!

Red Dane (Danish High Quality Food Entrecote) / hectogram
Entrecôte steak from Danish Red cattle. Known for its fine marbling and tenderness. Grilled to order. Price per 100g.
€5.40 ≈ $6.00
Entrecote type Sashi / hec
Premium beef entrecôte selected for high marbling ('Sashi' often refers to a Finnish selection). Rich and juicy. Price per 100g.
€5.60 ≈ $6.00
Argentine Black Angus / hectogram
Beef from Argentine Black Angus cattle, famous for its intense flavor and tenderness. Grilled to preference. Price per 100g.
€6.20 ≈ $7.00
Fiorentina di Scottona / hectogram
T-bone steak from a young female bovine (Scottona). Tender meat with a T-shaped bone. Grilled to perfection. Price per 100g.
€5.60 ≈ $6.00
Angus rib of Scottona raised in Sashi / hectogram
Rib cut from Angus Scottona cattle, raised with high quality standards. flavorful and marbled. Price per 100g.
€5.60 ≈ $6.00
Fiorentina Angus from Scottona raised in Sashi / hectogram
T-bone steak from Angus Scottona, selected for quality. Combines the flavor of Angus with the tenderness of Scottona. Price per 100g.
€5.60 ≈ $6.00
Danish fillet / hectogram
Tenderloin fillet from Danish cattle. Lean and extremely tender. Grilled to your liking. Price per 100g.
€7.20 ≈ $8.00
Irish tomahawk / per piece
A large ribeye steak with the long bone left intact. Dramatic presentation and rich marbling from Irish beef. Suitable for sharing.
€65 ≈ $75.00
French Rack (Irish lamb) / per portion
Rack of lamb ribs, trimmed and grilled. Tender and flavorful meat from Irish lamb. Served as a portion.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Pork livers with bay leaves / pieces 4
Grilled pork liver wrapped in caul fat or skewered with bay leaves. Rich, metallic flavor with aromatic herbs.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Sheep skewers / pieces 6
Small skewers of sheep meat (arrosticini style). Grilled over charcoal for a smoky flavor. Juicy and savory.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Skewers of Danish fillet and Patanegra lard / hectogram
Skewers combining tender Danish beef fillet with rich Patanegra lard. A mix of lean meat and melting fat. Price per 100g.
€7.50 ≈ $9.00

SECOND COURSES BY THE CHEF

Vaca Loca beef strips
(sautéed with rocket and Pachino and served with flakes of Grana Padano) 1) 7)
Strips of beef sautéed and served with fresh arugula, cherry tomatoes, and shavings of Grana Padano cheese. A fresh and savory main dish.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Breaded lamb chops
1) 3) 7)
Lamb chops coated in breadcrumbs and fried or baked. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Sausage burgers with fries
The sausage is homemade! We do not use flours but only pork, white wine and a mix of peppers and special spices. You can eat it even if you are celiac This for us is sausage... as it was once made
Burgers made from homemade pork sausage meat, served with french fries. The sausage is gluten-free and seasoned with spices and wine.
€12 ≈ $14.00

Danish Beef Fillet (High Quality Food)

Danish is among the most appetizing beef in the world. The fillet is the most noble and precious part of the animal and is particularly tender, mauro and juicy. It is obtained from the loin of the beef, an under-exploited muscular part of the animal and for this reason it is the most appreciated by red meat lovers.

Fillet with green pepper
1) 7) 10)
Tender beef fillet served with a creamy green peppercorn sauce. Mildly spicy and rich.
€22 ≈ $25.00
Fillet with porcini mushrooms
1) 7)
Grilled beef fillet topped with sautéed porcini mushrooms. Earthy and savory.
€25 ≈ $29.00
Fillet with Tropea onion
1)
Beef fillet served with sweet red onions from Tropea. A balance of savory meat and sweet onions.
€22 ≈ $25.00
Fillet with Chianti
1)
Beef fillet cooked with a reduction of Chianti red wine. Rich, tannic, and flavorful.
€22 ≈ $25.00
Vaca Loca fillet
1) 7) 8)
The house special beef fillet. Likely served with a signature sauce or garnish.
€22 ≈ $25.00

Danish sirloin (High Quality Food)

The sirloin is listed among the first category cuts of meat and is obtained from the part of the beef adjacent to the fillet. It has an average fat percentage.

Sliced rocket, cherry tomatoes and parmesan flakes
7)
Sirloin steak sliced (Tagliata) and served with fresh arugula, cherry tomatoes, and parmesan. A fresh and classic Italian presentation.
€20 ≈ $23.00
Tagliata with balsamic vinegar reduction
Sliced sirloin steak drizzled with a sweet and tangy balsamic vinegar glaze.
€20 ≈ $23.00
Sliced with rosemary
Sliced sirloin steak seasoned simply with fragrant rosemary. Aromatic and savory.
€20 ≈ $23.00
Tagliata with porcini mushrooms
Sliced sirloin steak topped with sautéed porcini mushrooms. Rich and earthy.
€23 ≈ $27.00

THE RAW

Beef escalope with lemon
1) 7)
Thin slices of raw beef marinated with lemon juice. Fresh and acidic, similar to carpaccio.
€15 ≈ $17.00
Beef escalope with porcini mushrooms
1) 7)
Thin slices of raw beef served with porcini mushrooms. A blend of fresh meat and earthy mushroom flavors.
€18 ≈ $21.00
Chicken thigh skewer
(The thighs are first processed in breadcrumbs flavored with spices and parmesan. The skewers are then cooked on the grill) 12.00 1) 7)
Grilled skewers of breaded chicken thigh meat. Seasoned with spices and cheese for a savory crust. Juicy and flavorful.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Beef fillet carpaccio with rocket and parmesan flakes
Paper-thin slices of raw beef fillet topped with fresh arugula and parmesan cheese. A classic light appetizer.
€20 ≈ $23.00
Beef fillet tartare cut with a knife served at Vaca Loca
Fresh raw beef fillet hand-chopped and seasoned. Served tartare style. Rich texture and pure beef flavor.
€24 ≈ $28.00
Poker of raw ham ... 2 mini Danish fillet tartare and 2 DK sirloin carpaccio
A tasting platter featuring raw ham, mini beef tartares, and beef carpaccio. A variety of raw meat preparations.
€20 ≈ $23.00

SIDE DISHES

Sautéed chicory
Bitter chicory greens sautéed with garlic and oil. A traditional Roman vegetable side dish.
€4.50 ≈ $5.00
Green beans with sour sauce
Cooked green beans served with a tangy dressing. Crisp and refreshing.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Baked potatoes
Potatoes roasted in the oven until tender inside and crisp outside. A classic accompaniment to meat.
€4.50 ≈ $5.00
Grilled vegetables
A mix of seasonal vegetables cooked on the grill. Smoky and tender-crisp.
€6 ≈ $7.00

Pizze

Focaccia
Simple pizza dough baked with olive oil and salt. Crispy and fragrant.
€3.50 ≈ $4.00
Focaccia con prosciutto di Parma
White pizza base topped with fresh slices of Parma ham.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Rossa
Pizza topped with tomato sauce and olive oil, without cheese.
€6.50 ≈ $8.00
Margherita
Classic pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and basil.
€7.50 ≈ $9.00
Napoli
(pomodoro, mozzarella, acciughe)
Pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and anchovies. Salty and savory.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Capricciosa
Pizza topped with mozzarella, tomato, mushrooms, artichokes, cooked ham, and olives.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Funghi bianca
(funghi, mozzarella)
White pizza (no tomato) with mozzarella and mushrooms.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Funghi rossa
(funghi, mozzarella, pomodoro)
Pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and mushrooms.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Diavola
(pomodoro, mozzarella, salame piccante)
Spicy pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and spicy salami.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Ortolana
(zucchine, melanzane, peperoni, mozzarella)
Vegetarian pizza with mozzarella, zucchini, eggplant, and peppers.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Broccoletti e salsiccia
White pizza with mozzarella, broccoli rabe (bitter greens), and sausage.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Boscaiola
(salsiccia, funghi, mozzarella)
Pizza with mozzarella, sausage, and mushrooms.
€9.50 ≈ $11.00
Bresaola, rucola, grana e mozzarella
Pizza topped with mozzarella, cured beef (bresaola), fresh arugula, and parmesan flakes.
€9.50 ≈ $11.00
Quattro formaggi
(Mozzarella, fontina, gongorzola, parmigiano)
Four cheese pizza featuring mozzarella, fontina, gorgonzola (blue cheese), and parmesan.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Prosciutto e funghi
(Pomodoro, mozzarella, prosciutto, funghi)
Classic pizza with tomato, mozzarella, cooked ham, and mushrooms.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Funghi porcini
(funghi porcini, mozzarella)
White pizza with mozzarella and aromatic porcini mushrooms.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Tirolese
(mozzarella, speck, provola)
Pizza with mozzarella, smoked ham (speck), and smoked cheese (provola).
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Siciliana
(pomodoro, olive, acciughe, aglio, basilico)
Flavorful pizza with tomato, olives, anchovies, garlic, and basil.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Zucchine e crescenza
(Mozzarella, zucchine, crescenza)
White pizza with mozzarella, zucchini, and soft creamy cheese (crescenza).
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Veneta
(mozzarella, radicchio, gongorzola)
Pizza with mozzarella, bitter red chicory (radicchio), and gorgonzola cheese.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Bufala e pachino
(bufala, pachino, basilico)
Pizza with fresh buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes (pachino), and basil.
€9.50 ≈ $11.00
Amatriciana
Pizza inspired by the pasta sauce, topped with tomato, cured pork jowl, and pecorino cheese.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Fiori e alici
Pizza with zucchini flowers and anchovies.
€8.50 ≈ $10.00
Vaca loca x 2 persone
(max 4 gusti)
A large pizza to share for two people, allowing up to 4 different flavors.
€19 ≈ $22.00

Frutta

Ananas
Fresh pineapple slices.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Fragole
Fresh strawberries.
€7 ≈ $8.00
Fragole con panna
Fresh strawberries served with whipped cream.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Fragole con gelato
Fresh strawberries served with ice cream.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Macedonia
Fruit salad with mixed seasonal fruits.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Melone
Fresh melon slices.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Anguria
Fresh watermelon slices.
€4 ≈ $5.00

Dolci

Creme caramel
Custard dessert with a layer of soft caramel on top. Smooth and silky.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Panna cotta
Italian thickened cream dessert. Smooth, creamy, and often served with berry or caramel sauce.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Crema catalana
Custard dessert with a crunchy caramelized sugar crust, similar to crème brûlée.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Tiramisù
Famous coffee-flavoured dessert. Layers of ladyfingers dipped in coffee and mascarpone cheese cream.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Cheesecake (gusti vari)
Cheese-based cake with a biscuit base. Available in various flavors.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Semifreddo Bacio Perugina
Semi-frozen dessert flavored with Bacio Perugina chocolate (chocolate and hazelnut).
€5 ≈ $6.00
Tortino con cuore di cioccolato caldo
Chocolate lava cake with a warm, molten chocolate center.
€5.50 ≈ $6.00
Dolce del giorno
Dessert of the day. Ask staff for today's special.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Rotolo di pizza ripieno di nutella
Rolled pizza dough filled with Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Sorbetto analcolico
Non-alcoholic sorbet, usually lemon. Refreshing palate cleanser.
€3.50 ≈ $4.00
Sorbetto corretto
Sorbet spiked with a splash of alcohol (often vodka or prosecco).
€4 ≈ $5.00
Tartufo affogato
Tartufo ice cream (chocolate truffle style) 'drowned' in espresso coffee.
€5 ≈ $6.00

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