Piccolino Caffé Grande, Manchester Menu
Welcome to Piccolino Caffé Grande, located in the heart of Manchester at 8 Clarence St. This vibrant establishment offers a delightful selection of authentic Italian cuisine, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The menu features enticing dishes such as Buttermilk Pancakes and exquisite Pizza Napoletana, with options like Diavola and Prosciutto di Parma that promise to please your palate.
The atmosphere is lively, with friendly bartenders who enhance the dining experience. Guests rave about the warm service and delectable offerings, including generous portions of lasagna and risotto, all complemented by a thoughtfully curated wine list. Whether it’s a special occasion or a casual night out, Piccolino creates a memorable dining experience marked by its commitment to quality and flavor. Don’t forget to try their divine desserts for a sweet finish!
MAIN MENU - TO SHARE
OLIVE PICCANTE
Giant pitted olives marinated with peperoncini
PANE
Sundried tomato & black olive focaccia, ciabatta, Sardinian flatbread, cheese grissini & basil pesto
ANTIPASTI DI MONTAGNA
Parma ham, Coppa di Parma, bresaola, salame Napoli, buffalo mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, buffalo ricotta, served with a selection of breads
FRESHLY SHUCKED OYSTERS
Served with Bloody Mary, Tabasco & lemon
PANE FINO ALL’AGLIO
Hand stretched garlic bread
BRUSCHETTA AL POMODORO
Vine ripened plum tomatoes, garlic, oregano & fresh basil on toasted ciabatta
BRUSCHETTA CON GAMBERONI
King prawns, chilli & lemon on toasted ciabatta
CAPESANTE
Scottish king scallops, confit garlic, chilli & parsley
COSTINE
Hickory smoked barbecue pork ribs
ASPARAGI
Asparagus, basil butter, poached egg & matured Italian cheese
CARPACCIO DI MANZO
Seared sliced beef fillet, Venetian dressing, rocket & Parmesan salad
FEGATINI ALLA CREMA
Sautéed chicken livers cooked in marsala cream, grapes, pine nuts & toasted ciabatta
ARANCINI ALLA CARBONARA
Crispy risotto balls, mozzarella, pork cheek guanciale & pecorino cheese sauce
CALAMARI FRITTI
Crispy fried squid, courgette, red pepper & garlic mayonnaise
MAIN MENU - ANTIPASTI
MAIN MENU - ANTIPASTI - ANTIPASTI SPECIALE
BURRATA
Fresh truffle & sherry vinegar dressing or Basil pesto & grilled Mediterranean vegetables Both served with toasted ciabatta
TARTARE DI TONNO
Yellowfin tuna tartare, fennel, chives, olive tapenade, crispy Sardinian flatbread
GRANCHIO PICCANTINO
Dressed Devonshire crab, chilli mayonnaise, lemon & Sardinian flatbread
LINGUINE AI GAMBERI
Wild red king prawn, courgette, chilli & flat leaf parsley
LINGUINE ALLE VONGOLE
Fresh palourde clams, white wine, vine ripened cherry tomatoes, chilli & garlic
AGLIATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE
Slow cooked beef ragù, tomato & fresh basil
TAGLIATELLE AL SALMONE
Argyll smoked salmon, asparagus, lemon & herb mascarpone
PACCHERI ALL’AMATRICIANA
Pork cheek guanciale, vine ripened cherry tomatoes, chilli & basil
PACCHERI ALL’ARRABBIATA
Tomato, garlic, chilli & flat leaf parsley
SPAGHETTI CARBONARA
Free range egg, guanciale, matured Italian cheese, cream & flat leaf parsley
SPAGHETTI FRUTTI DI MARE
Wild red king prawn, Scottish rope grown mussels, palourde clams, calamari, tomato & chilli
CASARECCE CON POLLO
Grilled chicken, seasonal vegetables, cream, matured Italian cheese & pine nuts
LASAGNE
Slow cooked beef ragù, béchamel, tomato, matured Italian cheese & fresh basil
MAIN MENU - PASTA
MAIN MENU - PASTA - PASTA SPECIALE
LINGUINE ALL’ARAGOSTA
Whole Select lobster, king prawns vine ripened tomatoes, chilli & fresh basil
RAVIOLI DI GRANCHIO
Devonshire crab, chilli, lemon, basil & shellfish butter
RAVIOLI CON FUNGHI E TARTUFO
Porcini mushroom & truffle, white wine butter sauce, flat leaf parsley
RISOTTO AI GAMBERONI
Creamy Arborio rice, wild king prawn, lemon, samphire & flat leaf parsley
RISOTTO CON ASPARAGI
Creamy Arborio rice, asparagus, Prosecco, pea shoots, garlic & flat leaf parsley
MAIN MENU - R AVIOLI & RISOTTO
MAIN MENU - BISTECCA - SELECT
SIRLOIN
275G Angus & Hereford Argentina 28 day aged
RIBEYE
275G Angus & Hereford Argentina 28 day aged
FILLET
225G Angus & Hereford British Isles 14 day aged
GRAIN FED RIBEYE
Black Angus Australia 40 day aged 350G
WAGYU SIRLOIN
F1 Wagyu British Isles 21 day aged 300G
SAUCES
Peppercorn Gorgonzola Truffle Butter Salsa Verde
MAIN MENU - BISTECCA - PRIME
MAIN MENU - BISTECCA - SHARING CUTS
CHATEAUBRIAND
450G The prized cut from the fillet, deliciously soft & tender, served with roast tomato & mushrooms
STEAK & LOBSTER
225g Fillet Steak & whole Select lobster served with roast tomato, samphire & house salad
DRY AGED T-BONE 1.2KG
Our tribute to the classic Bistecca Alla Fiorentina. Sirloin on one side & fillet on the other. Served to share with truffle fries, rocket & Parmesan salad. Complete the experience with one of our recommended Tuscan wines
CHIANTI CLASSICO DOCG
Sant’Ilario, Toscana
BRUNELLO DOCG
Donatella Colombini, Toscana
MAIN MENU - TUSCAN EXPERIENCE
MAIN MENU - CARNE
POLLO AL MATTONE
Grilled, boneless half chicken, garlic & rosemary marinade, lemon butter or ‘nduja butter
POLLO AL TARTUFO
Roast chicken breast, truffle gnocchi, mushroom & truffle cream
VITELLO AL LIMONE
Veal escalopes, lemon butter sauce
ANATRA ALL’ARANCIA
Crispy slow cooked duck, Grand Marnier & orange sauce, charred broccoli
FEGATO ALLA VENEZIANA
Pan-fried calves liver, pancetta, onions, butter & sage, served with creamed potatoes
FILETTO AL PEPE
Fillet steak medallions coated in crushed peppercorns, peppercorn sauce, served with fries
AGNELLO ALLA SCOTTADITO
Marinated & grilled lamb cutlets, peas, new season potatoes, lemon, basil & mint
MERLUZZO
Atlantic cod, spicy Calabrian sausage & tenderstem broccoli
BRANZINO
Whole boneless sea bass, flat leaf parsley, garlic & lemon
TONNO
Grilled line caught tuna, tomato, Leccino olives, capers, chilli & basil
SALMONE
Baked Scottish salmon, grilled Mediterranean vegetables & basil pesto
ARAGOSTA
Whole Select lobster, garlic & parsley butter, samphire, served with fries
SPIEDINI DI PESCE
Grilled seafood skewers, line caught tuna, king scallops, king prawns, with courgette, basil & lemon
GAMBERONI SALMORIGLIO
Wild red king prawns, red chilli, garlic, white wine, flat leaf parsley, lemon & toasted ciabatta
MAIN MENU - PESCE
PIZZA NAPOLETANA
DIAVOLA
Spianata Calabrese spicy salami, ‘nduja, burrata cream, mozzarella, red chilli, flat leaf parsley
MARGHERITA
Mozzarella, tomato & fresh basil
FIORENTINA
Spinach, free range egg, tomato, mozzarella & matured Italian cheese
CAPRICCIOSA
Chestnut mushrooms, ham, mozzarella, artichoke & Leccino olives
CARPACCIO AI FUNGHI
Seared beef fillet, portobello mushroom, mozzarella, Venetian dressing, fresh basil
PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA
DOP Parma ham aged 18 months, rocket pesto, vine ripened cherry tomatoes, burrata cream, fresh basil
CALZONE
Folded pizza stuffed with peppered ricotta, salami Napoli, smoked provola & tomato
BLACK TRUFFLE & CHAMPAGNE
Shaved fresh truffle, truffled mushrooms, mozzarella & flat leaf parsley Served with two glasses of Champagne
PIZZA NAPOLETANA - PIZZA SPECIALE
SALADS
CAESAR
Grilled chicken, crispy pancetta, gem lettuce, Caesar dressing, croutons & matured Italian cheese
GRANCHIO
Devonshire crab, radicchio, rocket, fennel, lemon & Sardinian bottarga
TRICOLORE
Buffalo mozzarella, heritage tomatoes, avocado & fresh basil
FRIES
NEW SEASON POTATOES
MASHED POTATO
COURGETTE FRIES
TENDERSTEM BROCCOLI, CHILLI & GARLIC
GARLIC SPINACH
PEAS & PANCETTA
SEASONAL GREENS
TOMATO & BASIL SALAD
ROCKET & PARMESAN SALAD
HOUSE SALAD
SIDES
BREAKFAST MENU - BAKERY
CORNETTO
Croissant, Jersey butter & preserves
DOLCETTO
Yoghurt & granola muffin
PANE TOSTATO
Toasted sourdough, Jersey butter & preserves
TOAST FRANCESE
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES
BIRCHER MUESLI
Porridge oats, raisins, sunflower seeds, almonds, goji berries, chia seeds, cinnamon, almond milk, vanilla, fresh berries & honey
OAT & QUINOA PORRIDGE
Banana, dates, maple syrup & almonds
COCCO YOGURT & FRUTTA FRESCA
Coconut yoghurt & fresh fruit, chia honey syrup & cacao nibs
GRANOLA
Jumbo oats, coconut, almond flakes, hazelnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, pistachio nuts, served with coconut yoghurt & fresh fruit
BREAKFAST MENU - CEREAL & YOGHURT
BREAKFAST MENU - TRADIZIONALE
COLAZIONE
Two free range eggs, sausage, smoked streaky bacon, portobello mushroom, roast cherry tomatoes, baked beans, served with sourdough toast
PANINO
Brioche roll, smoked streaky bacon, spinach & free range fried egg
COLAZIONE VEGETARIANA
Two free range eggs, smoked provola cheese, portobello mushroom, roast cherry tomatoes, baked beans, served with sourdough toast
PANINO VEGETARIANO
Brioche roll, portobello mushroom, spinach, free range fried egg & smoked provola cheese
BENEDETTINE
Poached free range eggs, roast ham, hollandaise sauce & sourdough toast
FIORENTINE
Poached free range eggs, spinach, hollandaise sauce & sourdough toast
REALI
Poached free range eggs, smoked salmon, hollandaise sauce & sourdough toas
FRITTATA
Free range three egg omelette with a choice of Italian roast ham, chestnut mushrooms or cheese
STRAPAZZATE CON SALMONE AFFUMICATO
Free range scrambled eggs, smoked salmon, lemon, chives & sourdough toast
TOAST CON AVOCADO
Poached eggs, chilli flakes, cherry tomatoes, orange & flaked almonds
BREAKFAST MENU - FREE RANGE EGGS
DESSERTS
TORTINO AL CIOCCOLATO
Warm chocolate fondant, chocolate sauce, crushed hazelnut biscotti & vanilla ice cream
PAVLOVA
Baked meringue, fresh strawberries, Chantilly cream, vanilla ice cream, strawberry coulis
PROFITEROLE AL CIOCCOLATO
Cream filled choux pastry, chocolate sauce, raspberry powder, toasted hazelnuts & gold leaf
TORTA ALLA NUTELLA
Chocolate & hazelnut cheesecake, sour cherry, candied hazelnuts
TIRAMISÚ
Espresso coffee, amaretto soaked sponge biscuits, mascarpone cream & cocoa powder
PANNA COTTA
Vanilla cream, summer berries, fresh mint & amaretti biscuit
AFFOGATO
Amaretto, espresso coffee & vanilla ice cream
CIOCCOLATINI
Six handmade chocolate truffles flavoured with Frangelico
VANILLA
CHOCOLATE
NUTELLA
MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP
HONEYCOMB
WILD BERRY SORBET
VEGAN VANILLA
VEGAN CHOCOLATE
DESSERTS - ICE CREAM & SORBET
DESSERTS - FORMAGGI
SELECTION OF ARTISAN ITALIAN CHEESE
Gorgonzola, Asiago & Pecorino Romano served with crostini, pear, grapes, fig & orange chutney
SPAGHETTI CARBONARA
Free range eggs, bacon & matured Italian cheese
SPAGHETTI POMODORO
Cherry tomato sauce
SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE
Slow cooked beef ragù
CASARECCE CON VERDURE
Short twisted pasta, seasonal vegetables, cream, matured Italian cheese & pine nuts
BAMBINI MENU - PASTA
BAMBINI MENU - MAINS
MERLUZZO
Crispy cod nuggets & fries
POLPETTE
Veal meatballs, tomato & basil sauce, served with toasted ciabatta
PIZZA MARGHERITA
Mozzarella & tomato
PIZZA PEPPERONI
Napoli salami, mozzarella & tomato
PANE ALL’AGLIO
Garlic bread, mozzarella & smoked provola cheese
CREATE YOUR OWN PIZZA
Don’t know what to have? Why don’t you create your own pizza, choose your favourite toppings for your perfect pizza.
BAMBINI MENU - PIZZA
BAMBINI MENU - DESSERTS & ICE CREAM
TORTINO AL CIOCCOLATO
Warm chocolate fondant, chocolate sauce & vanilla ice cream
GELATI
Selection of ice creams, hazelnut biscotti
6 CANAPÉS
PER PERSON