Sicilian Olives
Sicilian olives seasoned with herbs and olive oil
Sicilian Olives
Sicilian olives seasoned with herbs and olive oil
Bread Basket
Slices of sourdough bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar dips
Garlic Bread
Oven-baked pizza base, garlic oil and Italian seasoning
Garlic Bread Italian Style
Oven-baked pizza base, garlic oil, parmesan, parsley and chilli flakes
Polpette Meatballs* **
Tender spheres of ground beef seasoned with garlic, herb seasoning and cheese, simmered in rich tomato sauce
Potato Croquettes*
Deep fried homemade potato and mozzarella cheese croquettes, coated in golden breadcrumbs, served with a delicious truffle mayo dip
Calamari Battered Squid*
Fried calamari, garlic mayo and spicy mayo
Classic Bruschetta
Toasted sourdough bread, chopped tomatoes, basil, herb seasoning and garlic oil
Chicken Strips**
Crispy fried chicken fillets, herb seasoning, and sweet chilli sauce
Mozzarella Sticks & Tomato Sauce
Mozzarella sticks, homemade tomato sauce and basil
Napolitan Caprese
Buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, herb seasoning and olive oil
Prawn Cocktail
Prawns, lettuce, homemade cocktail sauce, orange, paprika and lemon
Antipasto for Uno
Parma ham PDO, mortadella, olives, parmesan cheese cubes, pepperoni, cherry mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, herb seasoning and lettuce
Antipasto for Due
Parma ham PDO, mortadella, olives, parmesan cheese cubes, pepperoni, cherry mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, herb seasoning and lettuce
Sicilian Olives
Sicilian olives seasoned with herbs and olive oil
Tagliatelle allo Scoglio*
Fresh tagliatelle, our homemade tomato sauce, mix of seafood, parsley and garlic oil
Garden Risotto*
Rice, pear, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, pumpkin, parsley and garlic oil
Crab Spaghetti*
Our homemade crab sauce, anchovies, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, salt & pepper, garlic oil, finished with white crab meat
Lasagna Bolognese* **
Fresh egg lasagna served with our homemade bolognese sauce made with minced beef, fresh tomatoes, bechamel, parmesan and olive oil
Gnocchi Prawn Zucchine
Fresh gnocchi, prawns, courgettes, parsley, garlic oil, salt and black pepper
Mushroom Ravioli
Stuffed pasta with mushroom, shaved parmesan, double cream, truffle slices, garlic oil and parsley
Ciliegino Pomodoro
Our homemade tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, garlic oil, black pepper and basil
Arrabbiata**
Our homemade tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, chilli flakes, garlic oil and basil
Classic Bolognese**
Our homemade bolognese sauce made with minced beef, fresh tomatoes, basil and olive oil
Carbonara**
Double cream, egg yolk, parmesan and black pepper. Choose between: Bacon, Mushroom, Chicken
Pasta Norma
Our homemade tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, aubergine, basil, salted ricotta and garlic oil
Cardiff Sauce**
Our homemade carbonara sauce with double cream, egg yolk and parmesan with mushroom, sliced chicken, blue cheese, parsley and black pepper
Carbonara Truffle
Double cream, egg yolk, parmesan, truffle cream and truffle slices
Meatballs Pasta**
Our homemade tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, homemade meatballs, garlic oil, black pepper and basil
Parmigiana & Garlic Bread*
Sliced deep fried aubergine, tomato sauce, garlic, parmesan cheese, olive oil and basil
Seabass Fillets*
Seabass fillets, grilled potatoes, pomegranate, homemade yogurt, lemon and parsley
Double Beef Burger* **
Beef burger, lettuce, cheese slices, homemade sauce, tomato, burger bun and French fries
Double Chicken Burger**
Fried chicken, lettuce, cheese slices, homemade sauce, tomato, burger bun and French fries
Crispy Fried Chicken**
Crispy fried chicken served with French fries and salad
Grilled Chicken Breast**
Grilled chicken breast served with French fries and salad
Grilled Sirloin Steak**
Sirloin steak served with French fries and cherry tomatoes
Ribeye Steak**
Ribeye steak, portobello mushroom and French fries
The Ciliegino*
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, parma ham PDO, rocket, shaved grana padano cheese, basil and olive oil
Mortadella Burrata & Pasto*
Mortadella, mozzarella, pesto, crushed pistacchio, burrata and olive oil
Sweet Devil*
Mozzarella, nduja (spicy spreadable pork salami), pepperoni, honey, red onions and olive oil
Parma Delight*
Mozzarella, parma ham PDO, leeks, chilli flakes, double cream and garlic oil
Margherita
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and olive oil
Pepperoni Classic
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, basil and olive oil
Romana
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, basil and olive oil
Calzone
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, basil and olive oil, served with salad and tomato dip
Funghi
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, basil and olive oil
Beef Pepperoni**
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, beef salami halal, basil and olive oil
Hawaiian
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pineapple, ham, basil and olive oil
Vegetarian
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, basil and olive oil
4 Formaggi
Mozzarella, Monterey jack cheese, blue cheese, scamorza cheese, basil, olive oil
Chicken & Peppers**
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, chicken slices, bell peppers, basil and olive oil
Capricciosa
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, black olives, artichokes, basil and olive oil
Mortadella Burrata & Pesto
Mortadella, mozzarella, pesto, crushed pistacchio, burrata and olive oil
Make Your Own Pizza
Toppings - (£1.50): Rocket | Red Onions | Red chillies. (£2): Olives | Pesto | French Fries | Sweet Potato Fries | Sweetcorn | Honey | Cherry Tomatoes | Courgettes | Bell Peppers | Pineapple | Aubergine | Mushrooms. (£3): Ham | Parma Ham PDO | Bacon | Mortadella | Pepperoni | Beef Pepperoni | Chicken Slices | Nduja; Small Prawns | Anchovies; Truffle Cream | Avocado | Crushed Pistacchio; Mozzarella Cheese | Burrata Cheese | Buffalo Mozzarella; Blue Cheese | Ricotta | Cherry Mozzarella. (£3.60): Crispy Chicken Fillets | Meatballs; Halloumi; Truffle Slices
Caesar Salad & Garlic Bread**
Lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, chicken, sweetcorn, croutons, herb seasoning, salt, caesar dressing and olive oil
Chicken Salad & Garlic Bread**
Chicken, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, sweetcorn, herb seasoning, salt, olive oil and our homemade curry mayo
Halloumi Salad & Garlic Bread
Grilled halloumi, avocado, lettuce, red onions, cherry tomatoes, herb seasoning, lemon juice, salt and olive oil
Mixed Salad
Mixed salad, sweetcorn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, herb seasoning, salt, olive oil and vinegar glaze
French Fries
Traditional fried chips
Italian Wedges
Skin-on fried potato wedges with herb seasoning
Truffle Fries
Fried chips with truffle oil and parmesan
Sweet Potato Fries
Fried sweet potato chips
Arrabbiata
Our homemade tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, crushed chilli, garlic oil and basil
Carbonara
Double cream, egg yolk, parmesan and black pepper; Choose between: Bacon, Mushroom, Chicken
Garden Risotto
Rice, pear, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, pumpkin, parsley and garlic oil
Classic Bolognese
Our homemade bolognese sauce made with minced beef, fresh tomatoes, basil and olive oil
Cardiff Sauce
Our homemade carbonara sauce with doublecream, egg yolk and parmesan with mushroom, sliced chicken, blue cheese, parsley and black pepper
Fusilli allo Scoglio
Our homemade tomato sauce, mix of seafood, parsley and garlic oil
Fusilli Prawn Zucchine
Our homemade sauce, prawns, courgettes, parsley, garlic oil, salt and black pepper
Ceaser Salad & Garlic Bread
Chicken, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber,sweetcorn, herb seasoning ,salt, caesar dressing and olive oil
Halloumi Salad & Garlic Bread
Grilled halloumi, avocado, lettuce, red onions, cherry tomatoes, herb seasoning, salt and olive oil
Ciliegino Menu, located at 90 Grand Arcade, Dewi Sant, St Davids Centre, Cardiff CF10 2EL, United Kingdom, offers an exceptional dining experience that showcases the true essence of Italian cuisine. Upon entering, the welcoming atmosphere immediately captures your attention, with the restaurant’s modern décor complemented by traditional Italian touches.
The menu at Ciliegino is a vibrant mix of authentic Italian flavors, ranging from hearty pastas to delicious pizzas. A standout dish is their classic Margherita pizza, which features a perfectly crisp base topped with rich tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Each bite delivers a well-balanced combination of flavors, making it a must-try for pizza enthusiasts.
Pasta lovers will find plenty of options to indulge in, with their spaghetti alla carbonara offering a creamy, rich sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta. The dish is both comforting and refined, a testament to the restaurant's ability to bring traditional Italian recipes to life with precision.
What truly sets Ciliegino apart, however, is the quality of their ingredients. The use of fresh, locally sourced produce, alongside imported Italian cheeses and meats, elevates every dish to a new level of authenticity. Their wine list is equally impressive, offering a selection of Italian wines that pair beautifully with the menu, providing guests with an enhanced dining experience.
Service is another highlight at Ciliegino. The staff is knowledgeable, attentive, and passionate about the food they serve, adding to the overall enjoyable dining experience. Whether you’re a local or visiting Cardiff, Ciliegino promises a memorable meal that stays true to its Italian roots.