Antica Trattoria Polese offers a modern take on classic Roman recipes, established in the early 1960s by Biagio Polese. Today, his sons Paolo and Lorenzo continue the family tradition.
Located in the historic setting of Piazza Sforza Cesarini, the trattoria specializes in seasonal dishes, including notable antipasti like Carciofo alla Giudia and Trippa alla Romana.
The venue is also suitable for private events and corporate gatherings, providing a blend of history and elegance for various occasions.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Ovolina Di Bufala Campana Dop€7.00
Small buffalo mozzarella D.O.P.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 126
Grilled Courgette Flower€4.70
Pumpkin flower grilled and stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies (3 pieces).
Allergens: Fish, Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 667
Broccoli and Potato Flan€7.00
Broccoli and potato flan with pecorino cream.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Selezione di Salumi e FormaggiPrice Not Shown
Cold meats and cheeses selection.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Prosciutto Crudo di Parma Con Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOPPrice Not Shown
Parma cured ham with Campana DOP buffalo mozzarella.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Prosciutto e MelonePrice Not Shown
Ham and melon from Natalini farm.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Mozzarella FrittaPrice Not Shown
Deep fried mozzarella cheese breaded with poppy and quinoa seeds (4 pieces).
Allergens: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 806
Bean and Pecorino CroquettesPrice Not Shown
Croquettes with beans and pecorino cheese.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 198
Octopus SaladPrice Not Shown
Octopus salad with pesto and potatoes.
Allergens: Fish, Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 198
Maccheroni All’amatriciana€12.80
Maccheroni with guanciale, tomato sauce and pecorino cheese.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 198
Tonnarelli Cacio E Pepe€12.80
Tonnarelli with pecorino cheese and black pepper.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 198
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara€12.80
Spaghetti with egg, guanciale and black pepper.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 440
Penne All’arrabbiata€12.80
Penne pasta with arrabbiata sauce.
Allergens: Eggs, Gluten, Wheat, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 440
Beef Fillet With Green Pepper€20.00
Beef fillet with green pepper.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 352
Roman Style Beef StripsPrice Not Shown
Grandma’s meatballs with sauce.
Allergens: Eggs, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Grilled Sea Bream€18.00
Grilled bass.
Allergens: Fish, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Salmon With Pistachio CrumbsPrice Not Shown
Salmon with pistachio and almonds.
Allergens: Fish, Lupin, Tree Nuts, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Mixed Salad€8.00
Mixed salad.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Caesar Salad€10.00
Chicken, tomato, lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, eggs.
Allergens: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 300
Pizza Margherita€10.00
Pizza with tomato and mozzarella.
Allergens: Gluten, Milk, Wheat, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 935
Pizza Napoletana€12.00
Pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and anchovies.
Allergens: Fish, Gluten, Milk, Wheat, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 935
Pizza Funghi€12.00
Pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and mushrooms.
Allergens: Gluten, Milk, Wheat, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 935
Pizza Calabrese€12.00
Pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and ‘nduja.
Allergens: Gluten, Milk, Wheat, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 935
Tiramisu€5.00
Classic Italian dessert made with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Sicilian Cannoli€5.00
Sicilian cannoli filled with sweet ricotta.
Allergens: Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 537
Ice Creams€4.00
Ice creams (chocolate, vanilla, lemon, strawberries).
Allergens: Eggs, Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 147
Berries With Ice Cream€6.00
Mixed berries served with whipped cream.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 338
Coca Cola€3.00
Classic soft drink.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Moretti Beer€4.00
Italian lager beer.
Allergens: Gluten, Sulphites, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 150
Acqua Minerale€2.50
75 cl bottle of mineral water.
Allergens: None detected, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
House Wine€5.00
House wine.
Allergens: Sulphites, Vegan: No, Vegetarian: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 125
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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