Bruschettas
Classic
Toasted bread, garlic, fresh tomato, basil and extra virgin olive oil
5€
The Sarettino
Toasted bread, radicchio, lard, honey and lemon zest
Nordic chic
Toasted bread, salmon, stracciatella, and avocado cubes
8€
Ricotta and truffle oil
6,5€
Toasted bread, fresh ricotta and truffle oil
Our menu
*For any allergies or intolerances, consult our paper menu or ask our staff
Smoked provola and sausage
Toasted bread, sausage, smoked provola and stracchino cheese
Gorgonzola, honey and walnuts
Toasted bread, gorgonzola, honey and walnuts
6€
6€
7€
The pinse
Margherita
Tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, basil, oil
5€
Marinara
Tomato, garlic, oregano
Cheese & garlic
Mozzarella, garlic, oregano
4,50€
Bufala
8€
Tomato, buffalo mozzarella, basil, oil
4 cheeses
Mozzarella, parmigiano, emmental, gorgonzola, basil, oil
Truffle
Mozzarella, parmesan, rocket, ricotta, truffle oil
8€
4,50€
The raw one
10€
Mozzarella, parmigiano, rocket, raw ham, cherry tomatoes, basil, oil
Carbonara
Mozzarella, egg yolk, parmigiano, pecorino, bacon, black pepper, basil
Mortazza & pistachio
10€
Mozzarella, mortadella, stracciatella, chopped pistachios, basil, oil
9€
9€
Our mixed selections
Sea (recommended for 2)
Smoked tuna, smoked swordfish, Cantabrian anchovies, swordfish caponata, octopus salad, gratinated mussels
Earth (recommended for 2)
Caponata, Parma ham, wild boar salami, buffalo mozzarella, ricotta and confit tomatoes, tomato bruschetta, 15-day aged primo sale cheese with black pepper, 30-month aged parmesan, honey, fig jam
15€
16,5€
Aperitif
6€
Olives, caponata, wild boar salami, honey, fig jam, garlic and oregano bruschetta, lunatico, primo sale
Seafood tapas
Tuna tartare and guacamole
Tacos with salmon tartare, avocado, stracciatella and lettuce
12€
15€
Octopus in chickpea cream & paprika
Swordfish roll with zucchini caponata
12€
Tuna, avocado, lime, red onion, tomato, salt, pepper
Octopus, chickpeas, lemon, tahini, parsley, paprika
12€
Red shrimp carpaccio
Passion fruit, truffle mayonnaise, salt, pepper
17€
Land tapas
Syracusan caponata with toasted almonds
6€
Bresaola carpaccio with arugula, parmesan shavings, and Syracuse lemon-infused extra virgin olive oil
7€
Eggplant parmigiana with croutons
Baked scamorza with crispy bacon and bread
Burrata, cherry tomatoes and pesto
7€
10€
Melanzane, carote, sedano, pomodoro, mandorle, aceto, zucchero, sale, pepe, olio
Bresaola, arugula, parmesan shavings, oil, lemon, balsamic vinegar glaze
10€
Eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, egg, salt, pepper, oil
Salads
Caprese
7€
12€
Caesar salad
Vegan Greek
Tuna
12€
14€
Fior di latte mozzarella (or buffalo mozzarella), coppery tomatoes, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil
Cherry tomatoes, crispy cucumbers, black olives, red onion, Greek White and oregano
Lettuce hearts, croutons, parmesan shavings, Caesar dressing, and steamed chicken
Tuna fillets, cherry tomatoes, sweetcorn kernels, black olives, red onion and balsamic vinegar glaze
con Bufala 10€
Desserts
Sicilian ricotta cannoli
5€
6€
Tiramisú
Panna cotta
Cheesecake
5€
(caramel, chocolate, pistachio, berries, strawberry)
(caramel, chocolate, pistachio, berries, strawberry)
6€
Soft drinks
50 cl water (still/sparkling)
1€
2€
1 L water (still/sparkling)
Fruit juices
(ACE, blueberry, pineapple, green apple, strawberry, tomato)
Three Cent Tonic Water
2,50€
3,50€
Tomarchio Sicilian soft drinks
(Mandarin, green mandarin, lemonade, chinotto, blood orange)
3,50€
Coca-cola, Coca-cola zero
2,50€
Fanta
2,50€
Sprite
2,50€
Tomarchio Ginger Beer
Pink grapefruit soda
3,50€
3€
Pineapple soda
3€
Soda cherry
3€


Schweppes Tonic Water
2€
Tomarchio Tonic Water
2,50€
Beers
Freak. Sicilian artisanal:
blonde with mandarin peel
amber with Etna honey
white with timilia and orange peel
IPA with lemon peel
5€
Corona (Mexico)
Ceres (Denmark)
3,50€
Nastro Azzurro (Italy)
4€
Guinnes Hope House (Ireland)
4€
4€




Warsteiner fresh 0,0%
Non-alcoholic (Germany)
4€
Cafeteria
Espresso
1,20€
Double espresso
2€
Ice coffee
2,50€
American coffee
2,50€
Cappuccino
Seasonal fruit juice
(orange/mango/pomegranate/
grapefruit/passion fruit)
2€
3,50€


Almond milk
4€
Signature cocktail
ÁREUS SPRITZ: passion fruit infused vodka, acidified orange and vanilla cordial, Aperol, ginger ale.
THE ROSE ON THE SEA: Bombay gin, peach tree, rose liqueur, lime, cherry soda.
LIBECCIO gin, Italicus bergamot liqueur, basil and elderflower cordial, soda.
LEVANTE: dark rum, rum agricole, averna bitters, temerara syrup, mint leaves, lemon juice, prosecco.
RIVIERA: bourbon whisky, Irish mist, bumbu rum, orange bitter and falernum.
(Served with dark chocolate, caramelized orange, and raisins, and...a free cigar!)


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15€
Classic cocktail
DRY MARTINI: gin, dry vermouth.
An icon of elegance. Dry and powerful, the perfect cocktail for those who love bold flavors and essential proportions.
AMERICAN: red bitter, red vermouth, soda.
The ancestor of the Negroni, a light and fresh Italian classic, with a pleasant balance between sweet and bitter.
MYTH: red bitters, red vermouth.
Classic Milanese cocktail based on bitters and red vermouth, robust and aromatic.
NEGRONI: gin, red bitters, red vermouth.
The king of the Italian aperitif. Powerful, balanced, and aromatic, an unmistakable blend of sweet, bitter, and botanical notes.
BOULEVARDIER: bourbon whisky, red bitters, red vermouth.
The whiskey version of the Negroni: warmer and more enveloping, for lovers of complex flavors.
OLD FASHIONED: bourbon/rye whiskey, sugar, angostura bitters, water.
An American institution. Essential, where the distillate is enhanced by sugar and aromatic notes of bitters.
COSMOPOLITAN: vodka, Cointreau/Triple Sec, lime juice, cranberry juice.
Fresh, citrusy, and iconic. A perfect balance of sweet and tart, famous for its pink color.
PORNO STAR MARTINI: Vanilla vodka, passion fruit liqueur, passion fruit puree, lime juice, sparkling wine (served separately).
Sweet, lively, and passionate. A modern drink based on vanilla and passion fruit, served with a glass of sparkling wine on the side.
DAIQUIRI: white rum, lime juice, sugar syrup.
A Cuban classic. Fresh, tart, and thirst-quenching, based on the perfect balance of rum and lime.
MOSCOW MULE: vodka, ginger beer, lime juice.
Served in a traditional copper glass. Sparkling, spicy, and very refreshing thanks to the lime and ginger.
CAIPIRINHA: Cachaça, chopped lime, cane sugar.
Brazil's national drink. Strong, sweet, and tart, made with cachaça and crushed lime.
CAIPIROSKA : vodka, chopped lime, brown sugar.
The vodka version of the Caipirinha: a more neutral flavor to enhance the lime and sugar.
MOJITO: white rum, cane sugar, lime juice, mint, soda water.
Fresh, aromatic and extremely thirst-quenching, with the unmistakable scent of mint and rum.
PINA COLADA: white rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice.
Sweet, creamy, and tropical. The classic holiday flavor.
HUGO SPRITZ: elderflower syrup, sparkling wine/Prosecco, soda water, mint.
Elegant, floral and slightly sweet, with the intoxicating notes of elderflower.
ST GERMAIN SPRITZ: St. Germain (elderflower liqueur), sparkling wine/Prosecco, soda water.
Refined and light, it uses elderflower liqueur for a fresh and delicate flavour.
LIMONCELLO SPRITZ: limoncello, sparkling wine/Prosecco, soda/sparkling water.
Lively and citrusy, with the sweetness and aroma of limoncello meeting the freshness of the bubbles.
APEROL SPRITZ: Aperol, sparkling wine or Prosecco, soda.
The most beloved. Sweet, bitter, and sparkling, the symbol of the Venetian aperitif.
CAMPARI SPRITZ: Campari, sparkling wine or Prosecco, soda
An iconic Italian cocktail, a bolder and more bitter alternative to the Aperol Spritz, characterized by its bright red color and full, aromatic flavor with notes of bitter orange, herbs, and spices, balanced by the freshness of Prosecco and soda water.


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Gin selection
SERVED WITH THREE CENTS TONIC WATER
TANQUERAY LONDON DRY GIN:
a dry and balanced classic, produced with four botanicals: juniper, coriander, angelica and licorice.
TANQUERAY 0.0%:
a non-alcoholic version that aims to maintain the elegance and character of the original Tanqueray.
BOMBAY:
known for its balanced flavor, with notes of juniper, citrus and spices.
HENDRICK'S:
Scottish gin famous for its cucumber and rose base, obtained from the distillation of two historic stills and 11 botanicals, including juniper, coriander, lemon zest and angelica root, enriched with rose petals and cucumber.
SEA:
Spanish gin distinguished by its herbal and citrus aromas, obtained from botanicals such as Italian basil, Greek thyme, Turkish rosemary and Spanish Arbequina olives.
KNOWN:
Balanced and spicy Sicilian gin with notes of juniper, pink pepper, bergamot, and jasmine.
FROM THE PROFESSOR:
- Á la Madame : a blend of herbs and spices such as juniper, lemon, orange, tansy, zedoary and cassia;
- Monsieur : a blend of juniper, lavender, angelica and other scents;
- Crocodile : fresh and straightforward, rich in intense notes of juniper and citrus and delicate nuances of coriander, elderflower and Jamaican pepper.
OXLEY:
transparent and crystalline with notes of juniper, citrus fruits (grapefruit, cedar, lemon), lavender, almond and a vegetal and herbaceous touch.
Unique in its kind, cold (or cryogenic) distillation takes place at around -5 to keep the essences of the botanicals intact.
TANQUERAY N° TEN:
famous for its citrus flavor and the use of a small copper still called the "Tiny Ten".
It brings with it the four botanicals of the London Dry plus fresh whole citrus fruits (grapefruit, orange, lime) and chamomile flowers.
GENEROUS:
fine and floral with a dominant base of juniper, softened by white flowers (elderflower, jasmine).
GUNPOWDER:
Vegetal notes of tea and sweet figs. On the palate, it is fresh and rounded, with balsamic notes of juniper and laurel.
J. ROSE:
- Butterfly : a super premium artisanal gin with predominant notes of juniper, citrus (bergamot and mandarin) and floral (lavender, violet)
- JR03 : obtained from the distillation of 9 botanicals: juniper, bergamot, angelica, cardamom, coriander, Peruvian maca, mandarin peel, prickly pear flowers and oak bark
- Flamengo : a dry, citrusy and pungent gin with hints of juniper, Calabrian bergamot, angelica, cardamom, coriander, Peruvian maca, mandarin and prickly pear flowers.
NIKKA:
The bright, zesty aroma of four Japanese citrus fruits—Yuzu, Kabosu, Amanatsu, and Shequasar—complements the traditional botanicals of juniper berries, angelica, coriander seeds, lemon peel, and orange peel.
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Wine selection
Cava Brut Nature Millésimè 2021 - Roger Goulart:
It displays a straw yellow color with some greenish highlights. The perlage is fine and persistent. Fresh fruit blends with citrus notes on the nose, giving way to nuances of pastry and yeast on the finish. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, fresh, and drinkable thanks to a well-crafted finish with good length.
€35
Baden Riesling AOP 2024 - Schieferkopf:
Straw yellow with greenish highlights. On the nose, fresh fruit and flowers are accompanied by citrus notes of lemon and orange blossom. On the palate, it is fresh, savory, minerally, and well-structured. The finish is long.
€27
glass €7
Vin de France Blanc "Cicada" 2024 - Domaine Chante Cigale:
Straw yellow. The nose reveals hints of yellow fruit, notes of lime and cut grass, and hints of white flowers. The palate is fresh, balanced, and persistent.
€24
glass €7
Alsace Gewürztraminer AOP 2020 - Domaine Amélie & Charles Sparr:
A brilliant golden yellow, it offers intense aromas of exotic fruit, lychee, and oriental spices. Full-bodied, warm, and mellow on the palate, it reveals an extraordinary aromatic persistence.
€35
glass €9
Friuli Isonzo Sauvignon Blanc DOC 2024 - I Feudi di Romans:
In the glass, it displays a greenish yellow color. The nose is pervaded by hints of bell pepper, pineapple, tomato leaf, peppermint, sage, and apricot. On the palate, it is rich, rounded, and perfectly balanced.
€32
Terre Siciliane Catarratto IGT "Ciello Bianco" 2024 - Ciello:
Straw yellow. It has distinct aromas of orange blossom, tropical fruit, and citrus; on the palate, it is fresh, balanced, and slightly savory.
€28
glass €7
Vermentino di Gallura Superiore DOCG "Kintari" 2024 - Saraja:
Straw yellow with greenish highlights. The nose features citrus and white-fleshed fruit, acacia blossoms, and Mediterranean herbs. The palate is rich, savory, and beautifully balanced.
€38
Whites
Pinot Noir "Les Côtilles" 2024 - Famille Roux:
Light garnet red with ruby highlights. Fruity aromas of blackcurrant and raspberry emerge, followed by balsamic notes and toasted notes. On the palate, it is rounded, medium-bodied, with balanced tannins and an intense finish.
€35
glass €8
Langhe Nebbiolo DOC "Riccinnebbia" 2023 - La Biòca:
Bright ruby red in color. The nose reveals notes of small red fruits and hints of plum, followed by citrus nuances and tertiary notes of rhubarb, carob, and cinchona. The palate is bold, ample, and supported by mature tannins. Excellent persistence and a pleasantly savory finish.
€38
glass €8
Sicilia Nero d'Avola DOC "Ciello" 2023 - Ciello:
Ruby red. The nose offers aromas of red and dark berries, notes of licorice and chocolate; the palate is balanced, fragrant, and persistent.
€28
glass €7
Reds
Salento Susumaniello Rosè IGT "Amai" 2024 - San Marzano:
Pale cherry pink. Aromas of wildflowers, berries, and blood orange are evident, with hints of Mediterranean scrub, green tea, and honey. On the palate, it is balanced, fresh, fruity, and well-structured.
€35
Var Argens Rosé "Souvenir du Var" 2024 - Estandon:
In the glass, it unfolds with an antique rose color. A subtle blend of aromas envelops the nose, orchestrated around light, fresh fruit sensations. It enters the palate with a straightforward and direct sip, where finesse and elegance combine with an intense acidity that makes it an extremely pleasant drink.
€24
glass €7
Champagne Brut Nature - Pierre Brigandat:
Golden; fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, it expresses hints of crisp white fruits and delicate floral notes. On the palate, it is elegant, fresh, very fluid, and pleasantly balanced.
€100
Champagne Brut Rosé "Reserve" - J. Charpentier:
Upon visual inspection, it presents a classic copper color, characterized by highlights tending more toward gold. The perlage is fine-grained and persistent. The aromas reveal a progression of notes dominated by fresh fruit, occasionally enhanced by floral notes and hints of bread crust. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, enveloping, and smooth, with a perfectly balanced palate and aroma.
€95
Colasel Valdobbiadene extra dry:
Brilliant straw yellow color. Fine and persistent perlage. Creamy foam. Delicate and rich aroma, characteristic of fresh fruit. Sweet, full-bodied, and enveloping flavor, with a rich aftertaste.
€25
glass €7
Extra Dry Sparkling Wine "Cuvée" - Luca Ricci:
A light straw yellow, with a subtle, consistent effervescence. A floral bouquet unfolds on the nose, with hints of orange blossom and wisteria; there are also fruity notes of cedar.
€28
Rosé
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