Our Menu
Olive e Grissini
Marinated Italian olives served with traditional breadsticks. (V / VG)
*Gluten-Free (GF) on request with GF breadsticks
£5
Focaccia Aglio E Formaggio
Homemade garlic and cheese focaccia with extra virgin olive oil. (V)
£6.50
Gamberoni ’Nduja
King prawns sautéed with spicy Calabrian ’nduja and cherry tomatoes. Served with homemade bread.
£12.50
Arancina Del Giorno
£9
Traditional Sicilian rice ball — chef’s special of the day.
Tris Di Bruschette
A selection of three artisanal bruschette:
• Salmone affumicato, mascarpone
• Caponata vegetariana
• Crudo e Bufala
£10.50
£6.50
Bruschetta Tradizionale
Classic bruschetta with tomato, garlic, basil, and extra virgin olive oil. GF option available.
ANTIPASTI | STARTERS
Calamari e Zucchine Fritte
Crispy fried squid rings and courgette fries with aioli dip.
£11.50
Street Food Siciliano
(For 2 People)
A selection of authentic Sicilian street food classics:
• Sfincionello
• Caponata (vg) (gf)
• Panelle – chickpea fritte (V / GF)
• Mini Arancini alla Carne
• Mix Formaggi Siciliani
• Patate al Forno con Cipolla (V / GF)
£18.50
Gnocco of the Day
£10.50
Freshly made fried gnocco served with the chef’s daily selection of cured meats or cheeses.
Polpette della Nonna
Homemade meatballs in a rich tomato sauce.
£10
PRIMI PIATTI
Bolognese
A rich, slow-cooked beef ragú with aromatic vegetables and tomato.
£15.50
£16.50
Lasagna al Forno
Classic layered oven-baked dish with rich Bolognese sauce, creamy béchamel, mozzarella, and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Frutti di Mare
£22.50
Fresh clams, mussels, prawns, and calamari in a light tomato and white wine sauce.
Carbonara
Crispy guanciale, fresh egg yolk, Pecorino Romano cheese, and freshly cracked black pepper.
£18.50
Pasta alla Norma
A Sicilian specialty featuring fried eggplant, rich tomato sauce, ricotta salata cheese, and fresh basil. (V)
£15.50
£16.50
Prosciutto e Funghi
Slices of savoury cured prosciutto and a mix of seasonal mushrooms in a creamy sauce finished with a touch of tomato.
Pistacchiosa di Mare
A unique sauce blending rich Sicilian pistacchio pesto, fresh salmon, and sweet cherry tomatoes.
£21.50
’Nduja e Gamberi
Fiery Calabrian ’nduja, fresh king prawns, sweet cherry tomatoes, and parsley.
£19.50
Boscaiola
A hearty dish with Italian sausage, peas, and mixed seasonal mushrooms in a light cream and tomato sauce.
£18
Amatriciana
£17.50
Crispy guanciale, tomato sauce, and grated Pecorino Romano cheese.
Bolognese Vegana
A rich, slow cooked vegan ragù made with plant-based ingredients and traditional Italian herbs.
(V / VG)
£15.50
£14.50
Pasta Arrabbiata Pomodoro Fresco
Family Recipe
A spicy sauce made from fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions, basil, and fresh chilli, all finished with extra virgin olive oil. (V / VG)
*GF options available.
All pasta is freshly made in-house.
MAINS & BURGERS
Chicken Milanese
Breaded chicken breast, mixed salad and oven-roasted potatoes rosemary with onions.
£18
Ribeye Steak Tagliata
Juicy grilled ribeye steak, sliced and served over a bed of rocket, topped with parmesan, olive oil, salt and pepper.
£28
Mediterranean Seabass
Seabass fillet cooked with capers,cherry tomatoes, olives, and white wine, garnished with fresh parsley and served with home made crispy bread.
£23.50
Beef Burger
£17.50
Pizza bun, tomato, lettuce, a beef patty, bacon, smoked scamorza cheese, and crispy onion.
Chicken Milanese Burger
Pizza bun with a breaded chicken breast, lettuce, mayonnaise and tomato.
£17.50
£17.50
Beyond Burger
Pizza bun with a vegan patty, rocket, crispy onion, mushrooms and avocado. (V / VG)
*All our burgers are served with fries.
Calzone Piccante
Mozzarella, salame piccante, mascarpone, spicy ’nduja, and fresh rucola.
£16.50
Calzone Italiano
Mozzarella di Bufala, prosciutto crudo, scaglie di Grana, and pomodorino.
£18
Calzone Cotto E Funghi
Classic tomato base, mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, and funghi.
£14
Calzone Vegetariano
£11.50
Mozzarella, smoked scamorza. melanzane, rucola, cipolla croccante, and pomodorino. (V)
Margherita
The classic and simple Neapolitan pizza featuring vibrant tomato sauce, fresh mozarella, basil, parmesan, and a drizzle of olive oil. (V)
£16.50
£16.50
Marinara Rivisitata
A gourmet take on marinara, using fresh tomato sauce, creamy buffalo mozzarella, anchovies, confit tomatoes, and fresh basil.
NOSTRI CALZONI
LE NOSTRE PIZZE
Cotto e Funghi
A popular choice with a base of tomato and mozzarella, topped with tender slices of cooked prosciutto cotto and funghi, finished with oregano.
£14
£13.50
Pepperoni
This pizza features a tomato and mozzarella base layered with thin slices of mild, flavourful Salame Napoli and fresh basil.
Pizza Bologna
A white pizza (no tomato) topped with rich mortadella slices, creamy mozzarella, savoury pistacchio pesto, and soft milky stracciatella cheese.
Pizza Parma
A flavour packed pizza with a tomato and mozzarella base, topped post-oven delicate slices of salty Parma cured ham, shaved grana padano cheese, and peppery rocket.
Diavola
Tomato and mozzarella loaded with spicy heat from classic spicy salami and the spicy Calabrian pork sausage nduja.
£15.50
Salsiccia e Gorgonzola
A white pizza featuring mozzarella, Gorgonzola cheese, flavourful Italian sausage, a hint of parmesan, and a satisfying crunch from crispy onion.
Quattro Formaggi
A cheesy delight combining the mild creaminess of mozzarella and mascarpone with sharpness of Gorgonzola and a savoury finish of parmesan. (V)
Parmigiana
A white pizza featuring mozzarella, deep fried aubergines, sweet confit tomatoes, savoury cooked ham, creamy soft stracciatella cheese and basil.
£18
£18
£15.50
£15.50
£17
£15.50
Vegetariana
A simple pizza with a base of tomato and mozarella, topped with fresh vegetables: mushrooms, olives and aubergines. (V)
Margherita con Bufala
An elevated classic using the same ingredients as the Margherita , but substituting the standard mozzarella with richer, tangier buffalo mozzarella. (V)
£14.50
Nduja e Stracciatella
£16.50
A spicy and creamy combination: a tomato and mozzarella base topped with the spicy, melting heat of Calabrian’ Nduja sausage and cool, soft stracciatella cheese.
Please inform staff of any allergies or dietary requirements.
SIDES
Tomato & Red Onion Salad
Fresh tomatoes with sliced red onion, dressed in extra virgin olive oil and basil (V / VG / GF)
£4.50
£4.50
Rocket & Parmesan Salad
Peppery rocket leaves topped with shaved parmesan cheese. (V / GF)
Mixed Salad
£4.50
A refreshing mix of seasonal leaves, tomato,oliveand red onion(V / VG / GF)
Skinny Fries
Crispy golden French fries, lightly salted. (V / VG)
£4.50
£4.50
Baby Potatoes al Forno
Oven-roasted baby potatoes with onion, rosemary, and butter . (V / GF)
DESSERTS
Mess Sicilian Cannolo
Crispy pastry shell served with sweet ricotta cream, with hints of citrus and chocolate. (V)
£7
£7.50
Pistachio Cheesecake
Soft pistachio cheesecake on a crunchy biscuit base. (V)
Artisanal Gelato
Selection of homemade gelato made with natural ingredients. (V)
Available flavors: Pistacchio, Vanilla, Chocolate.
•One scoop £2.50
•Two scoops £5.00
•Three scoops £7.00
Affogato al Caffè
Vanilla gelato topped with a freshly brewed hot espresso. (V / GF)
Deconstructed Tiramisu
A modern twist on the Italian classic, with layers of mascarpone cream and espresso coffee. (V)
£7.50
Artisanal Sorbet Gelato
Refreshing sorbet available in lemon or strawberry flavours. (V / VG / GF)
•One scoop £2.50
•Two scoops £5.00
•Three scoops £7.00
Panna Cotta with Berries
Delicate vanilla panna cotta served with a fresh mixed berry coulis. (GF)
£7
£5
3-COURSE SET KIDS MENU FOR £9
Focaccia Aglio e Formaggio
Homemade garlic and cheese focaccia.
Bolognese Arancinette
Deep fried small rice ball mixed with rich Bolognese sauce.
Stuzzichini di Pizza??
Pizza dough stick served with fresh tomato sauce dip.
Pomodoro Pasta
Rich fresh tomato sauce
Pizza Peperoni
Tomato sauce and fiordilatte mozzarella and pepperoni.
Cheese Pasta
Creamy parmesan sauce.
One scoop of Ice Cream
Choice of vanilla or chocolate.
Bolognese Pasta
A rich Slow-cooked beef ragù with aromatic vegetables and tomato sauce.
STARTERS
MAINS
Pizza Margherita
Tomato sauce and fiordilatte mozzarella.
Pizza Cotto
Tomato sauce and fiordilatte mozzarella and baked ham.
DESSERTS
BREAKFAST
The Full English
Two eggs cooked to your liking, served with crispy bacon, butcher's sausage, golden hash browns, baked beans, roasted tomato, mushrooms, and buttered home made sourdough.
£12.50
£12.50
The Vegan Breakfast
Smashed avocado on home made sourdough toast served with grilled vine tomato, sautéed mushrooms, golden hash browns, and wilted spinach. (V / VG)
Smashed Avocado on Toast
Free-range eggs cooked any way you like (poached, fried, or scrambled), served on thick-cut toasted artisan bread. (V)
Bacon & Maple Pancakes
A stack of fluffy pancakes served with crispy streaky bacon and maple syrup.
£8
Classic Breakfast Bap
Pizza bun filled with butcher's sausages, crispy back bacon, and a fried egg.
£9.50
Mixed Fruit Pancakes
A stack of fluffy pancakes topped with fresh seasonal berries, fruit, and a drizzle of maple syrup. (V)
Eggs Benedict
Poached eggs served on home made toasted sourdough with fresh spinach and velvety hollandaise sauce.
Served with your choice of:
• Crispy Bacon: £10.50
• Smoked Salmon: £12.50
• Mixed seasonal grilled mushrooms: £10.50
£6.50
£8.50
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CONTACT
Email: info@trattoriaitaliana.uk
Phone: 01277-715-185
Address: 1 Coopers Hill, Ongar, Essex, England, CM5 9EE
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