Bistro Romano

120 Lombard St, Philadelphia
(215) 925-8880

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Brussels Sprouts Cacio E Pepe
Grand Marnier Crème Brulee
Beef Short Rib Croquettes
Roman Spiced Duck Breast
Black Pepper Macaroni
Fettucine Bolognese
Pistachio Tiramisu
Veal Saltimbocca
Seafood Risotto
Salumeria Plate

Menu

Summer in the City | smaller portions, smaller price
Gnocchi alla Vodka
fontina, parmesan
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
taggiasca and castelvetrano olive, anchovy, caper
Wild Mushroom Risotto
shiitake, baby portabello, reggiano, thyme

Antipasti
Caesar Salad
house-made caesar dressing, pecorino, croutons
Calamari
cherry peppers, lemon aioli, marinara
Salumeria
cured meats, cornichons, olives
Mussels
'nduja, calabrian chili, fennel, tomato broth
Mixed Greens Salad
chickpea, gorgonzola, white balsamic
Tiger Prawns
celery, fennel, taggiasca olive
Whipped Sheep's Milk Ricotta
aged balsamic, rosemary, thyme, focaccia
Goat Cheese Dip
spinach, toasted hazelnuts, spiced honey, crostini
Brussels Sprouts Cacio e Pepe
prosciutto, pecorino, lemon-black pepper vinaigrette

Primi
Gnocchi
black truffle cream, prosciutto cotto
Black Pepper Macaroni
pancetta, sausage, pecorino cream, onion crumble
Fettucine Bolognese
smoked bacon, beef, veal, pork, tomato, parmesan
Lobster Ravioli
maine lobster, confit cherry tomato, tomato sherry cream
Mafaldine Pesto
blue crab, walnut basil pesto, lemon zest
Mezzelune
oyster mushroom ragu, pickled peaches, tarragon
Linguine alle Vongole
littleneck clams, old bay breadcrumb
Lobster Tail Risotto
scallion, english pea, herb butter

Secondi
Pork Chop
asparagus, fingerling potatoes, apricot jus
Brodetto
lobster, mussels, calamari, shrimp, herb fregola, lobster saffron broth
Braised Veal Ossobuco
polenta, broccoli rabe, wild rice gremolata
Veal Saltimbocca
prosciutto, fontina, tomatoes, whipped potatoes
Duck Breast
fennel puree, rhubarb, pernod
New York Steak Pepe Verde
broccolini, brown butter mash, crispy onions, green peppercorn sauce
Roasted Lamb Chops
fava bean puree, mint, barolo jus
Branzino
charred cucumber, haricot vert, radish, black garlic

Contorni
Crispy Potatoes
italian feta, garlic aioli, tomato spice
Whipped Potato
roasted garlic, chives, sage
Broccoli Rabe
roasted garlic, chili flake
Butter Braised Mushrooms
parmesan brodo, thyme
Charred Broccoli
sunflower seed gremolata

Vegetarian
Mafaldine Pesto (v)
walnut basil pesto, toasted garlic, lemon zest
Gnocchi (v)
black truffle cream
Crispy Potatoes (v)
italian feta, garlic aioli, tomato spice
Broccoli Rabe (v)
roasted garlic, chili flake
Goat Cheese Dip (v)
spinach, toasted hazelnuts, spiced honey, crostini
Mixed Green Salad (v)
baby spinach, romaine, iceberg, cherry tomato, chickpea, gorgonzola, white balsamic dressing
Mezzelune (v)
oyster mushroom ragu, pickled peaches, tarragon
Whipped Sheep's Milk Ricotta (v)
aged balsamic, rosemary, thyme, focaccia
Mushroom Risotto (v)
reggiano cheese, english peas, thyme, mushroom oil; baby bella, wood ear, and shiitake mushrooms

Dolce
Chocolate Torte
Chocolate Sauce, Mixed Berries, Cookie Crumble
Tiramisu
espresso, mascarpone, cocoa
Carrot Cake
spices, pecans, cream cheese icing
Mini Cannoli (5)
sweet ricotta, chocolate chip
Doppio Panna Cotta
vanilla and strawberry, peach compote

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Recent Reviews

Our first time at Bistro Romano and won't be our last. Romantic, quiet and dark with a piano playing softly in the distance. Service is great and food is delicious, especially the Caesar salad. Lobster ravioli was lightly sauced, with plenty of lobster and tender pasta. My partner ordered the strip steak, which he said was ok but I thought it was pretty good. Warm olives, a first for me, was good but more than I could eat by myself. I'd like to try other options on the...
September 2025
A quaint, romantic Italian spot nestled in society hill with a lively and helpful bartender that serves great Italian dishes. We got scored some bar seats on a Friday night and enjoyed the live piano playing and the phils. The focaccia bread was phenomenal; we split a pasta dish (generous sharing sizes) and grabbed 2 mains. We were not disappointed with any of our selections. The bartender made a tasty old fashion, and the wine selection checked my boxes. Overall, great spot-...
September 2025
Beautiful, the food & service will not disappoint. My partner & I didn't care for the desert but no complaints otherwise. The best Bolognese I had the pleasure of experiencing, the meat melts in your mouth!
August 2025

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Bistro Romano

120 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 925-8880