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Trattoria Da Cesare al Casaletto

★ 4.4 (2,539) $$Moderate 📍 Via del Casaletto, 45, 00151 Roma RM, Italy

Appetizers

Anchovies in Olive Oil (4)
Alici all'Olio d'Oliva (4)
Marinated anchovies served in olive oil. A simple appetizer with an intense and savory sea flavor. To be enjoyed with fresh bread.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Tomato and Basil Bruschetta (1.6.10)
Bruschetta al Pomodoro e Basilico (1.6.10)
Slice of toasted bread seasoned with diced fresh tomatoes, basil, and oil. Crispy and aromatic. An Italian classic appetizer.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Bruschetta with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (1.6.10)
Bruschetta all'Olio Extravergine d'Oliva (1.6.10)
Simple toasted bread seasoned with quality extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt. Enhances the flavor of the oil.
€3 ≈ $3.00
Mussels Marinara (14)
Cozze alla Marinara (14)
Mussels cooked in a pan with tomato, garlic, parsley, and white wine. Savory and juicy taste. Served hot, often with croutons.
€12 ≈ $14.00
*Handmade Buffalo Mozzarella (7)
*Mozzarella di Bufala Fatta a Mano (7)
Not available every day.
Fresh buffalo milk mozzarella, handmade. Soft and juicy texture, intense milk flavor. To be eaten alone or with vegetables.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Buffalo Mozzarella and Prosciutto Crudo (7)
Mozzarella di Bufala e Prosciutto Crudo (7)
Classic pairing of fresh buffalo mozzarella and aged raw ham. Perfect contrast between the sweetness of the milk and the saltiness of the cured meat.
€18 ≈ $21.00
Prosciutto Crudo Platter
Prosciutto Crudo al Piatto
Thin slices of aged raw ham served on a plate. Delicate and sweet-salty flavor. Ideal as a light appetizer.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Selection of National Cured Meats
Selezioni di Salumi Nazionali
Assortment of mixed Italian cold cuts such as salami, prosciutto, and coppa. Various flavors from sweet to spicy. Perfect for sharing.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Tasting of 2 varieties of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Degustazione di 2 varietà di Olio d'Oliva Extra Vergine
Tasting of two different extra virgin olive oils to appreciate their aromatic nuances. Usually served with bread.
€2 ≈ $2.00

Fried Appetizers

Some products may be frozen.

Fried Eggplant Croquettes with Arrabbiata Sauce** (1.3.7.6.10)
Crocchette di Melanzane all'Arrabbiata** (1.3.7.6.10)
**Product may be frozen.
Fried eggplant meatballs with a spicy touch. Crispy outside and soft inside. Rich and slightly spicy flavor.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Cod Fillet (1.4.6.10)
Filetto di Baccalà (1.4.6.10)
Salted cod fillet, battered and fried. Crispy and golden on the outside, tender and savory on the inside. A classic of Roman street food.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Zucchini Flower with Mozzarella and Anchovies** (1.4.7.6.10)
Fiore di Zucca con Mozzarella e Alici** (1.4.7.6.10)
**Product may be frozen.
Zucchini flower stuffed with mozzarella and an anchovy, battered and fried. Delicate taste with a salty note from the anchovy.
€3 ≈ $3.00
Fried Gnocchi on Cacio e Pepe Cream** (1.7.6.10)
Gnocchi Fritti su Crema di Cacio e Pepe** (1.7.6.10)
**Product may be frozen.
Fried potato gnocchi served on a creamy pecorino and black pepper sauce. A rich and indulgent appetizer that revisits a classic first course.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Boiled Beef Meatballs with Basil Pesto** (1.3.7.9.6.10)
Polpette di Bollito con Pesto di Basilico** (1.3.7.9.6.10)
**Product may be frozen.
Boiled beef meatballs, breaded and fried, served with fresh pesto. Intense meat flavor balanced by the freshness of basil.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Supplì** (1.3.7.9.6.10)
**Product may be frozen.
Fried rice croquette with a melting mozzarella center, breaded and fried. One of the most beloved Roman fried items. Crispy and flavorful.
€3 ≈ $3.00

Fried Pizza

Cesarotti
Fried stuffed mini pizzas. Leavened fried dough, soft and slightly oily, filled with various ingredients.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Fried Pizzottelle with Tomato and Buffalo Mozzarella
Pizzottelle con Pomodoro e Mozzarella di Bufala
Small fried pizzas topped with tomato sauce and fresh buffalo mozzarella. A tasty alternative to baked pizza.
€9 ≈ $10.00

Fried Seafood

*Squid
*Totani
*Not available every day.
Floured and fried squid rings. Crispy and savory, served hot with lemon.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Anzio Anchovy Fillets
Filetti di Alici di Anzio
Fresh anchovy fillets, lightly floured and fried. Oily fish with an intense flavor, typical of the Lazio coast.
€14 ≈ $16.00
*Calamari
*Not available every day.
Fried calamari rings in light batter or flour. Tender inside and crispy outside. A classic seafood dish.
€14 ≈ $16.00

First Courses

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe (1.3.7.6.10)
Thick fresh pasta similar to spaghetti, seasoned with a cream of Pecorino Romano cheese and ground black pepper. Intense, savory, and spicy flavor.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Tonnarelli alla Gricia (1.3.7.6.10)
Fresh pasta seasoned with crispy guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered the ancestor of Carbonara, without egg.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Fettuccine or Gnocchi with Oxtail Stew Sauce (1.3.7.9.6.10)
Fettuccine o Gnocchi al Sugo della Coda alla Vaccinara (1.3.7.9.6.10)
Choice of pasta served with the rich sauce of oxtail stew (Coda alla Vaccinara), prepared with tomato, celery, and spices. Very intense and characteristic flavor.
€13~ ≈ $15.00
Fettuccine or Gnocchi with Roman Rolls Sauce (1.3.7.9.6.10)
Fettuccine o Gnocchi al Sugo degli Involtini alla Romana (1.3.7.9.6.10)
Choice of pasta seasoned with the cooking sauce of meat rolls. A flavorful red sauce, enriched by the meat juices.
€13~ ≈ $15.00
Gnocchi with Tomato and Basil (1.7.6.10)
Gnocchi al Pomodoro e Basilico (1.7.6.10)
Soft potato gnocchi served with a simple fresh tomato and basil sauce. A light and fragrant dish.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Rigatoni or Spaghetti alla Carbonara (1.3.7.6.10)
Rigatoni o Spaghetti alla Carbonara (1.3.7.6.10)
Classic Roman dish with eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, crispy guanciale, and black pepper. Creamy and very flavorful.
€12~ ≈ $14.00
Rigatoni alla Gricia (1.7.6.10)
Short pasta seasoned with guanciale and Pecorino Romano. Savory and tasty, without tomato.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Bucatini or Rigatoni alla Matriciana (1.7.12.6.10)
Bucatini o Rigatoni alla Matriciana (1.7.12.6.10)
Pasta served with Amatriciana sauce: guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano. A pillar of Roman cuisine, rich and flavorful.
€12~ ≈ $14.00
Rigatoni with Oxtail Stew Sauce (1.7.9.6.10)
Rigatoni al Sugo della Coda alla Vaccinara (1.7.9.6.10)
Short ridged pasta that perfectly holds the thick sauce of oxtail stew.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Rigatoni with Roman Rolls Sauce (1.7.9.6.10)
Rigatoni al Sugo degli Involtini alla Romana (1.7.9.6.10)
Short pasta seasoned with the savory sauce derived from the cooking of meat rolls.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Ravioli alla Gricia (1.3.7.6.10)
Stuffed pasta served with Gricia sauce (guanciale and pecorino). A meeting between the softness of the filling and the crispiness of the guanciale.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Ravioli alla Matriciana (1.3.7.12.6.10)
Stuffed pasta served with a rich tomato, guanciale, and pecorino sauce. Rich and traditional flavor.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Ravioli with Tomato and Basil (1.3.7.9.6.10)
Ravioli al Pomodoro e Basilico (1.3.7.9.6.10)
Stuffed pasta served with a simple and fresh tomato and basil sauce.
€14 ≈ $16.00

Main Courses

Beef Fillet Carpaccio with Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Champignon Mushrooms, and Parmesan Shavings
Carpaccio di Filetto di Manzo con Rucola, Pomodorini, Funghi Champignon, e Scaglie di Parmigiano
Thin slices of raw beef, served fresh with arugula, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and parmesan. A light and refined dish.
€18 ≈ $21.00

Daily Specials

15.00 / 25.00

Daily Specials
I Secondi del Giorno
Dish varies based on daily availability.
Main courses that vary daily based on fresh ingredients available. Ask staff for details.

Side Dishes

Sautéed Chicory
Cicoria Ripassata in Padella
Typical Roman leafy green vegetable, boiled and then sautéed in a pan with garlic, oil, and chili pepper. Bitter and spicy taste.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Chicory with Vinegar
Cicoria all'Agro
Boiled chicory served simply with oil and lemon. Bitter and fresh taste, very light.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Green Salad
Insalata Verde
Fresh salad of only green leaves. A simple and refreshing side dish.
€4 ≈ $5.00
Mixed Salad
Insalata Mista
Fresh salad with various types of lettuce and vegetables such as tomatoes, carrots, or corn.
€5 ≈ $6.00
Cesarina French Fries
Patate Fritte alla Cesarina
Homemade-style cut and fried potatoes, crispy and golden.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Roasted Peppers
Peperoni Arrosto
Roasted or grilled peppers, peeled and seasoned. Soft and sweet.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Grilled Vegetables
Verdure Grigliate
Assortment of seasonal vegetables (zucchini, eggplant, peppers) grilled. Light and flavorful.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Grilled Vegetables with Peppers
Verdure Grigliate con Peperoni
Variation of grilled vegetables with the specific addition of peppers.

Service

Bread and Service p.p.
Pane e Servizio p.p.
Cover charge which includes bread served at the table and service.
€3 ≈ $3.00

Lazio Rosso

Cesanese del Piglio Tenuta della Ioria "Casale della Ioria"
Local red wine from Lazio, made from Cesanese grapes. Medium body and fruity notes.
€24 ≈ $28.00
Cesanese del Piglio Tenuta della Ioria "Torre del Piano" 2021
Structured and complex red wine, vintage 2021. Ideal with red meats.
€35 ≈ $41.00
Cesanese "Areia" IGP 2023
Young IGP red wine from Lazio, vintage 2023. Fresh and drinkable.
€27 ≈ $31.00
Cesanese Monocromo 2024
Young red wine, vintage 2024. Fruity and lively character.
€21 ≈ $24.00
Cesanese di Olevano Romano Riserva 2020
Reserve red wine from Olevano Romano, aged. Deep and tannic flavor.
€41 ≈ $48.00
Cesanese di Olevano Romano Riserva 2022
2022 vintage of Cesanese Riserva di Olevano Romano.
€41 ≈ $48.00
Cesanese del Piglio "Ju Quarto" 2022
Specific selection of Cesanese del Piglio, vintage 2022.
€39 ≈ $45.00
Cesanese del Piglio "Vignali" 2022
Single vineyard Cesanese del Piglio from the Vignali area.
€39 ≈ $45.00
Cesanese del Piglio "Ju Lattaro" 2022
Prestigious label of Cesanese del Piglio.
€46 ≈ $53.00
Cesanese del Piglio "Mozzatta" 2022
High-end red wine from the Cesanese del Piglio denomination.
€55 ≈ $64.00
Cesanese del Piglio 2021
Classic Cesanese del Piglio from the 2021 vintage.
€29 ≈ $34.00
Syrah IGP 2024
Red wine from Syrah grapes, international but produced in Lazio. Spicy and fruity.
€16 ≈ $19.00

Grappas

Amarone Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Amarone Capovilla
Prestigious grappa obtained from Amarone pomace. Rich and enveloping taste.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Barrique Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Barrique Capovilla
Grappa aged in wooden barrels (barrique), which impart vanilla and toasted notes.
€11 ≈ $13.00
Bassano Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Bassano Capovilla
Traditional grappa from the Bassano area. Dry and clean taste.
€6 ≈ $7.00
Brunello Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Brunello Capovilla
Grappa obtained from Brunello di Montalcino pomace. Elegant and persistent.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Moscato Giallo Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Moscato Giallo Capovilla
Aromatic grappa obtained from Moscato grapes. Intense and floral aroma.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Nebbiolo Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Nebbiolo Capovilla
Piedmontese grappa from Nebbiolo grapes. Structured and fine.
€9 ≈ $10.00
Nebbiolo Grappa Rinaldi
Grappa di Nebbiolo Rinaldi
Another selection of Nebbiolo grappa, produced by Rinaldi.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Ribolla Gravner Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Ribolla Gravner Capovilla
Very special grappa obtained from the pomace of Ribolla Gialla from Gravner. Unique taste.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Tobacco Grappa Capovilla
Grappa di Tabacco Capovilla
Grappa flavored or aged with tobacco. Smoky and complex notes, for meditation.
€14 ≈ $16.00

Distillates

Val Venosta Apricot Capovilla
Albicocca Val Venosta Capovilla
Pure fruit eau-de-vie obtained from apricots from Val Venosta. Intense aroma of fresh fruit.
€14 ≈ $16.00
Wild Raspberry Capovilla
Lampone Selvatico Capovilla
Precious distillate of wild raspberries. Very delicate and rare aroma.
€18 ≈ $21.00
Decio di Belfiore Apple Capovilla
Mele Decio di Belfiore Capovilla
Distillate obtained from an ancient apple variety. Fruity and clean taste.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Gravensteiner Apple Capovilla
Mele Gravensteiner Capovilla
Distillate of Gravensteiner apple variety. Very aromatic.
€12 ≈ $14.00
Wild Blueberry Capovilla
Mirtilli Selvatici Capovilla
Distillate of small forest berries. Intense and characteristic flavor.
€18 ≈ $21.00
Prunus Aurum Capovilla
Special fruit distillate, likely wild plums.
€16 ≈ $19.00
Mirabelle Plum Capovilla
Susine Mirabelle Capovilla
Distillate of yellow Mirabelle plums. Natural sweetness and fruity aroma.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Moscato Fior d'Arancio Grape Capovilla
Uva Moscato Fior d'Arancio Capovilla
Moscato Fior d'Arancio grape distillate. Extremely aromatic with citrus notes.
€12 ≈ $14.00

Spirits

Rum
Rhum
Sugarcane distillate. Warm and sweet taste.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Reserve Rum
Rhum Riserva
Rum aged for years in barrels. More complex, spicy, and woody flavor.
€13 ≈ $15.00
Whisky
Cereal distillate. Decisive and malty taste.
€8 ≈ $9.00
Reserve Whisky
Whisky Riserva
Whisky aged longer, with softer and more complex notes.
€10 ≈ $12.00
Special Whisky
Whisky Special
Special selection of whisky, likely a single malt or a limited edition.
€14 ≈ $16.00

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