Il Colosseo Ristorante | Brooklyn

7704 18th Ave, Brooklyn
(718) 234-3663

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Fried Calamari with Marinara Sauce
Linguini Alla Puttanesca
Polipetti Alla Griglia
Linguine Alle Vongole
Spaghetti Pescatore
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Pescatore Risotto
Risotto Pescatore
Penne a La Vodka
Margherita Pizza

Menu

Appetizers
Calamari Fritti
Fried calamari.
Vongole Gratinate
Baked clams.
Buffet Antipasto
Roasted Portobello Mushroom
Mozzarella di Buffala Caprese
Imported bufala mozzarella served with olives, roasted peppers, tomatoes and prosciutto di Parma
Zuppa di Cozze
Sautéed Mussels in tomato broth or white wine.
Zuppa di Vongole
Sautéed Clams in a tomato broth or white wine
Polipetti Aglio Olio
Sauteed octopus.
Insalata di Mare
Seafood salad.
Misto Mare
Grilled octopus, shrimp, and baked clams.
Crudita
Assortment of cured meats and cheese
Polipetti Alla Griglia
Grilled octopus.
Cime di Rapa
Sauteed broccoli rabe.
Pasta e Fagioli Soup
Pasta and cannellini bean soup.

Salad
Insalata Tricolore
Rucola, endive, and radicchio.
Insalata Misticanza
Mixed green salad.
Insalata di Finocchio e Arancio
Fennel and orange segments tossed in red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil

Sides
Side of Cime di Rapa
Sauteed broccoli in garlic and oil.
Roasted Pototoes
Roasted Vegetables
Zucchini, asparagus, and pepper.

Wood Burning Brick Oven Pizza
Margherita Pizza
Tomato sauce and mozzarella.
Pizza di Bufala
Tomato sauce and imported bufala mozzarella.
Biancaneve Pizza
Mozzarella and ricotta.
Capricciosa Pizza
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, artichokes, mushrooms, and olives.
Faccia da Vecchia Pizza
Tomato sauce, bread crumbs, onions, anchovies, and cheese.
Focaccia Pizza
Thin crust pizza bread with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.
Marinara Pizza
Tomato sauce, garlic, oregano, and olive oil.
Napoli Pizza
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, anchovies, and oregano.
Quattro Gusti Pizza
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, artichokes, and mushrooms.
Inferno Piccante Pizza
Tomato sauce, capers, cheese, anchovies, oregano, and garlic.
Paradiso Pizza
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, artichokes, and mushrooms.
Contadina Pizza
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, onions, and black olives.
Schiacciata Pizza
Tomato sauce, anchovies, onions, and basil.
Romana Pizza
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, and ham.
Pizza di Rucola Parmigiano e Prosciutto Crudo
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, arugula, shaved parmigiano, and imported prosciutto di parma.
Special del Colosseo Pizza
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, and hot dog.
Pizza Salsiccia
Pomodori, mozzarella, and Italian sausage.
Pizza Melanzane
Pomodori, mozzarella, fresh eggplant, grated parmigiana, and fresh basil.
Pizza Pepperoni
Pomodori, mozzarella, and Italian salami.
Pizza Zucchini
Pomodori, mozzarella, and fire roasted zucchini.
Pizza Cime di Rapa
Pomodori, mozzarella, and broccoli rabe.
Pizza Frutti di Mare
Pomodori, mozzarella, clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari.
Pizza Salsiccia e Cime di Rapa
Pomodori, mozzarella, Italian sausage, and broccoli rabe.
Pizza Prosciutto Crudo
Pomodori, mozzarella, and imported prosciutto di Parma.
Pizza Vodka
Mozzarella and vodka sauce.

Mains
Calzone
Mozzarella, ham, and ricotta.

Pasta
Pasta Bolognese
Slow simmered ground beef with a touch of tomato sauce and topped with whipped ricotta
Pasta Marinara
Tomato sauce and fresh basil.
Pasta Puttanesca
Fresh marinara sauce, black olives, and capers.
Pasta Vongole
Red or white clam sauce.
Pasta Amatriciana
Tomatoes, onions, and pancetta.
Pasta Pescatore
Pasta al Pomodoro
Sauce with crushed plum tomatoes.
Pasta Aglio Olio
Garlic and oil.
Pasta Vodka
Fresh tomatoes, touch of cream, and vodka.
Pasta Alla Frank Sinatra
Black olives, clams, mussels, and shrimp.
Pasta Cime di Rape e Gamberi
Broccoli rabe and shrimps.

Risotto
Pescatore Risotto
Squid, mussels, clams, and shrimp.
Funghi Risotto
Fresh mushrooms.
Milanese Risotto
Saffron, parmigiano, and beef broth.
Radicchio e Salsiccia Risotto
Radicchio and sausage.

Meat
Veal Marsala
Veal Chop
Prime Rib Steak
Grilled Veal Pajarda
Veal Francese
Veal dipped in butter and sauteed with white wine and lemon.
Veal Piccata
Veal sauteed in lemon and butter sauce, capers.

Chicken
Chicken Francese
Chicken breast dipped in butter and sauteed in white wine and lemon.
Chicken Pajarda
Grilled chicken breast.
Chicken Marsala
Chicken breast sauteed with marsala wine and mushrooms.
Chicken Parmigiana

From the Sea
Shrimp fra Diavolo
Shrimp sauteed in spicy marinara.
Zuppa di Pesce
Assortment of fish and shellfish.
Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp sauteed in garlic, white wine, and lemon with risotto.
Shrimp Francese
Shrimp dipped in butter and sauteed with white wine and lemon.
Dentice
Red snapper filet.
Pesce Spada
Sword fish.
Salmone
Salmon filet.
Branzino
Whole or filleted.

Desserts
Torta di Ricotta
Italian cheesecake.
Tiramisu
Torta del Nonno
Lemon tart.
Frutta di Bosco
Mixed berry tart.
Profitterol
Chocolate cream puffs and whipped cream.
Gelati Tartufo
Chocolate and Vanilla sphere in a milk chocolate shell
Misto di Formaggi
Assortment of cheese.

Beverages
Soda
Sparkling Water
Tea
Assorted flavors.
Espresso
Double Espresso
Cappuccino
Mineral Water

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Recent Reviews

This place never disappoints! They make the most delicious baked clams and fish salad ever! Actually all of the food is amazing. The service is excellent! Coming here for years and we highly recommend it.
February 2026
What a fantastic experience! I was really pleased with [mention a general positive aspect, e.g., the quality, the service, the ambiance]. Everything was [adjective, e.g., smooth, enjoyable, efficient], and I particularly loved [mention a specific highlight, e.g., how easy it was to use, the friendly staff, the delicious taste]. Definitely a standout! I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for [what it offers]. I know I'll be coming back!
February 2026
We hosted a gender reveal here for about 30 people, and it was absolutely wonderful. The food was amazing, the service was phenomenal, and the manager, Pasquale, was incredibly accommodating. We already dine here every few weeks, so choosing this space for our event felt like an easy decision and we’re so glad we did!
February 2026

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Il Colosseo Ristorante | Brooklyn

7704 18th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 234-3663