Brussels Sprouts Cacio E Pepe
$14.00Crispy Brussels sprouts tossed with cracked black pepper, lemon vinaigrette, cured soppressata, and aged parmesan.
Crispy Brussels sprouts tossed with cracked black pepper, lemon vinaigrette, cured soppressata, and aged parmesan.
Wild mushrooms braised in butter and rich parmesan brodo with fresh thyme.
Charred broccoli florets tossed with aromatic roasted garlic and red chili flakes.
Creamy whipped potatoes infused with roasted garlic, fresh chive, and crispy sage.
Classic Italian tiramisu layered with espresso-soaked ladyfingers, rich coffee liqueur, velvety mascarpone cream, and cocoa dusting.
Rich flourless chocolate torte accompanied by fresh strawberries and dark chocolate crumble.
Moist carrot cake crafted with chopped walnuts and topped with rich cream cheese frosting.
Decadent dark chocolate cake baked with extra virgin olive oil for a rich, moist crumb.
Pan-seared New York strip steak paired with haricot verts, baby carrots, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, Barolo reduction, and beef marrow butter.
Pan-grilled branzino served over zucchini and eggplant noodles, fresh basil, grape tomatoes, and a black garlic vinaigrette.
Pecorino-crusted chicken cutlet topped with melted buffalo mozzarella and savory tomato sugo.
Pan-seared veal scaloppine layered with Prosciutto di Parma, Fontina cheese, fresh sage, and plum tomatoes in a Trebbiano wine sauce over whipped potatoes.
Pan-roasted duck breast served with smooth fennel puree, sweet mandarin orange, and a touch of Pernod.
Slow-braised veal ossobuco served over creamy polenta, roasted red peppers, and sautéed broccoli rabe.
Pan-roasted thick pork chop with bourbon fig maple glaze, panisse, broccolini, caramelized carrots, and crispy bacon.
Herb-crusted roasted lamb chops paired with baby potatoes, broccoli, mint herb butter, and rich bordelaise sauce.
Handmade potato gnocchi tossed in an indulgent white and black truffle cream sauce.
Creamy Arborio risotto with Reggiano cheese, English peas, fresh thyme, and mushroom oil, featuring baby bella, wood ear, and shiitake mushrooms.
Mafaldine ribbon pasta tossed in a walnut basil pesto with fresh lemon zest and toasted garlic.
Creamy burrata cheese served over butternut squash caponata, finished with vincotto, fresh basil, and pepita pesto.
Crispy fried calamari tossed with blistered shishito and cherry peppers, served with warm pomodoro dipping sauce.
Golden fried fontina cheese arancini served over rich Romesco sauce with shaved parmesan, celery, and watercress.
Sliced heirloom tomatoes paired with ciliegine mozzarella, pickled red onion, and aged balsamic glaze.
PEI mussels simmered in spicy 'Nduja sausage broth with Calabrian chili, fennel, and tomato.
Warm Castelvetrano olives marinated with fresh orange peel and rosemary.
Bistro Romano's famous, award-winning Caesar salad with crisp romaine hearts, parmesan, and garlic croutons.
Italian charcuterie selection featuring three artisanal cured meats, three cheeses, house giardiniera, and sourdough toast.
Warm house-baked sea salt focaccia served with whipped sheep's milk ricotta.
House-baked sea salt focaccia bread served with fresh sun-dried tomato pesto.
Black pepper macaroni pasta tossed with crispy pancetta, sausage, Pecorino cream sauce, and crunchy onion crumble.
Spinach and ricotta tortellini cooked with artichoke heart, red pepper, cherry tomato, and roasted garlic brodo.
Soft potato gnocchi tossed in white and black truffle cream with diced prosciutto cotto.
Creamy Arborio risotto loaded with sea scallops, shrimp, lump blue crab, lemon oil, and a touch of Aleppo pepper.
Fettuccine ribbon pasta served in a slow-simmered meat ragù of beef, veal, pork, smoked bacon, and tomatoes.
Handcrafted ravioli filled with sweet corn, served with patty pan squash, grape tomatoes, baby corn, and fresh basil in a light corn broth.
Maine lobster-stuffed ravioli pillows served in a velvety tomato sherry cream sauce with confit cherry tomatoes.
Wavy mafaldine pasta with lump blue crab, walnut basil pesto, lemon zest, and toasted garlic.
Plump ravioli stuffed with tender braised short rib and caramelized onion, accompanied by broccolini, marinated tomato, and scallion.
Orecchiette pasta tossed with scallops, calamari, baby shrimp, plum tomatoes, Calabrian chili, and basil.
Smaller portion of soft potato gnocchi tossed in a creamy vodka sauce with fontina and parmesan cheese.
Spaghetti pasta tossed with dark Taggiasca olives, Castelvetrano olives, capers, and garlic in tomato sauce.
Smaller portion of creamy Arborio risotto cooked with Reggiano cheese, fresh thyme, mushroom oil, shiitake, and baby portobello mushrooms.
Nestled in historic Society Hill, Bistro Romano delivers an enchanting Italian dining experience anchored in romance, traditional craftsmanship, and subterranean wine cellar charm. Step through its doors into a candlelit room where a live piano player sets a timeless acoustic backdrop for anniversaries, intimate dates, and multi-course culinary journeys.
The interior of Bistro Romano evokes the feeling of an authentic Italian trattoria hidden away in a historic brick-lined cellar. Warm lighting, exposed masonry, and cozy seating arrangements create an unhurried atmosphere that encourages guests to linger over artisanal antipasti and premier vintages from their award-winning wine list.
Bistro Romano’s kitchen balances rustic simplicity with refined culinary techniques. Handcrafted pasta dishes and rich secondi dominate the menu with unforgettable regional flavor profiles:
Antipasti and side contorni range from $9 to $18, while handmade pasta entrees sit comfortably between $29 and $44. Premium secondi such as the Braised Veal Ossobuco ($49) and New York Strip Steak ($46) represent upper-tier indulgence. Guests seeking exceptional value during colder months can take advantage of the 'Winter in the City' section, offering smaller portions of classic pastas for $18.
Reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends when the live piano bar draws full dining rooms. The menu is notably flexible for diverse diets, featuring a dedicated vegetarian pasta section alongside gluten-free options like the decadent Chocolate Torte and various creamy risottos.
603 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
613 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
237 St James Pl, Philadelphia, PA 19106
433 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
306 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
210 W Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States
Yes, Bistro Romano features a live piano player in its cozy bar area, creating a classic, romantic ambiance ideal for date nights and special occasions.
Popular signature dishes include the house Lobster Ravioli with tomato sherry cream, Veal Saltimbocca, Short Rib Ravioli, and their award-winning Caesar Salad.
Yes, Bistro Romano offers a dedicated Vegetarian Pasta menu including Wild Mushroom Risotto and Truffle Gnocchi, along with gluten-free dishes like the Chocolate Torte.
The 'Winter in the City' section offers smaller, approachable portions of guest-favorite pastas—such as Gnocchi Alla Vodka and Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca—for $18 each.
Dinner reservations are strongly recommended, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as special celebrations like anniversaries.
Non-Affiliation & Fair Use Disclaimer
MenuRates is an independent restaurant menu archive and price directory. We are not officially affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Bistro Romano or any of its subsidiaries. All registered trademarks, logos, brand names, and menu item names remain the sole property of their respective owners and are displayed here under Fair Use guidelines for informational purposes only. For menu corrections or takedown requests, please visit our Disclaimer or Contact Page.
Compare dish price across other restaurants