La Romana Hall Green is an Italian restaurant at 11 Highfield Road in Birmingham. Its intimate dining room offers evening service in a neighbourhood setting, with a menu grounded in familiar Italian flavours.
Bruschetta, Caprese salad and garlic pizza bread provide simple openings, while meatballs, cured meats and marinated anchovies add richer choices. Seafood starters include mussels, calamari and king prawns prepared with tomato, garlic or white wine.
Pasta and pizza form the heart of a classic Italian meal, supported by meat and seafood dishes for diners looking beyond those staples. Sharing an antipasto before individual main courses gives groups an easy way to sample several flavours.
Beer, wine and cocktails accompany the food, and desserts complete an unhurried dinner. The focused evening hours and friendly scale make La Romana well suited to couples, families and small celebrations in Hall Green.
Address: 11 Highfield Road, Hall Green, Birmingham B28 0EL, England
La Romana Hall Green Menu
Starters
Bruschetta
Toasted ciabatta bread with tomato, basil, garlic & extra virgin olive oil.
Bruschetta Con Funghi
Creamy garlic mushrooms on toasted ciabatta bread.
Garlic Pizza Bread
Garlic Pizza Bread with Mozzarella
Insalata Caprese
Tomatoes, Mozzarella and fresh Basil combine beautifully in this classic dish.
Funghi Ripieni
Deep fried breaded mushrooms stuffed with pate.
Polpette
Homemade meatballs in a rich tomato sauce with parmesan cheese & served with bread.
Prosciutto con Melone
Italian dry cured ham and melon.
Anchovies 'La Romana'
Marinated anchovies in our special ‘La Romana’ marinade, served with bread.
Cozze Alla Marinara
New Zealand half-shell mussels in a tomato, white wine and garlic sauce served with bread
Calamari Fritti
Battered squid rings served with a salad garnish and garlic mayonnaise.
Gamberone Alla Crema
King prawns in a San Marzano tomato sauce with cream and served with bread.
Gamberone All'Aglio #1
New Zealand half-shell Mussels in a Tomato, White Wine and Garlic sauce.
Gamberone All'Aglio #2
King Prawns cooked in a Garlic Butter and White Wine sauce, served with bread.
Antipasto Romana (Sharer for 2)
A selection of cured Italian meats, Mediterranean vegetables and olives. Served with bread.
Homemade 12″ Artisan Pizzas
All pizzas can be made with a Gluten free base for +£2. Add extra toppings to your pizza! Mushrooms, Onions, Extra Mozzarella, Black Olives, Pineapple, Sweetcorn, Rocket, Jalapenos, Green Peppers. +£1.50 Each. Pepperoni, Nduja spicy sausage, Bacon, Anchovies, Salami, Tuna, Chicken, Prosciutto, Ham, Chorizo +£1.75 Each. Halal Chicken is available
Margherita Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil.
Pepperoni Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella and pepperoni.
Rucola Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, fresh rocket and parmigiano reggiano.
Napoletana Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, capers and black olives.
Hawaii Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, ham and pineapple.
Pugliese Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, tuna, sweetcorn and onions.
Quattro Formaggi Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmesan and pecorino.
Quattro Stagione Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, ham, anchovies and capers.
Diavola Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, nduja spicy sausage and chilli oil.
Fiorentina Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, spinach, olives and an egg
Capricciosa Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, ham, artichokes, salami, mushrooms and olives.
Prosciutto Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella and prosciutto.
Pollo Pesto Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, chicken and pesto.
Nduja Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, gorgonzola, nduja spicy sausage.
Tartufata Pizza
Creamy truffle base, sliced potatoes and mozzarella.
Piccante Con Vegetale Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, black olives, green peppers, mushrooms, jalapenos and chilli oil.
Mexicana Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, nduja spicy sausage, chorizo sausage, jalapeños and chilli oil.
Carne Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni, spicy salami, chicken and ham.
Italia Pizza
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto, rocket, parmesan shavings and drizzled with a balsamic glaze.
Frutti Di Mare Pizza
San Marzano Tomato, Mozzarella, Mixed Seafood and New Zealand half-shell Mussels.
Calzone Classico Pizza
Folded pizza filled with San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, ham and mushroom.
Calzone Napoli Pizza
Folded pizza filled with San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, ricotta and salami.
Calzone Siciliana Pizza
Folded pizza filled with San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms and black olives.
Pasta
Penne Napoletana
Penne in a classic San Marzano tomato sauce.
Timballo Vegetariana
Penne pasta with mushrooms, peppers, and onions in a tomato sauce, topped with cheese and baked in the oven.
Tagliatelle Con Gorgonzola
Tagliatelle in a creamy gorgonzola and parmesan sauce with mushrooms.
Tagliatelle Alla Romana
Tagliatelle with chicken and mushrooms in a creamy pesto sauce.
Tagliatelle Al Ragu
Tagliatelle pasta with a slow cooked beef mince and rich San Marzano sauce.
Penne Al Salmone
Penne with salmon in a brandy and lemon sauce with a touch of cream.
Penne Arrabiata
Penne with San Marzano tomatoes and chilli.
Penne Amatriciana
Penne with onions, spices, pancetta and pecorino in a San Marzano tomato sauce.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti with pancetta, cooked in white wine with egg yolk and grated parmesan.
Lasagna Al Forno
A layered dish of pasta, slow cooked beef mince ragu and bechamel sauce, baked in the oven and topped with cheese.
Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli
Homemade ravioli filled with spinach and ricotta served in a creamy sage and butter sauce with parmesan.
Linguini Nere Ai Frutti di Mare
Black homemade cuttlefish ink linguine, prawns, mussels, squid and garlic in a San Marzano tomato sauce.
Pesce
Branzino Alla Puttanesca
Pan fried fillets of seabass with cherry tomatoes, garlic, anchovies and olives served with vegetables and sauteed potatoes.
Branzino al Vino Bianco
Pan fried fillets of seabass with white wine and lemon sauce, served with vegetables and sauteed potatoes.
Salmone Alla Mediterranea
Salmon fillet cooked with white wine, parsley, olive oil and cherry tomatoes, served with vegetables and sauteed potatoes.
Salmone Alla Salsa Olandese
Salmon fillet cooked with a hollandaise sauce served with vegetables and sauteed potatoes.
Pollo
Pollo Alla Cacciatora
Chicken breast in a rich red wine, tomato and mushroom sauce, served with vegetables and sauteed potatoes.
Pollo Saltimbocca
Chicken breast wrapped in parma ham and mozzarella cooked in a sage and butter sauce, served with vegetables and sauteed potatoes.
Pollo Alla Crema
Chicken breast in a creamy mushroom sauce, served with vegetables and sauteed potatoes.
Carne
Filetto Al Pepe
Fillet steak cooked with a green peppercorn, brandy and cream sauce, served with vegetables and a choice of sauteed potatoes or chips
Filetto Al Marsala
Fillet steak cooked with a marsala and mushroom sauce, served with vegetables and a choice of sauteed potatoes or chips.
Filetto Al Dolce Latte
Fillet steak cooked with a creamy gorgonzola cheese sauce, served with vegetables and a choice of sauteed potatoes or chips.
Tagliata Di Manzo
Sliced fillet steak on a bed of rocket and cherry tomatoes, seasoned and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
Side Dishes
Basket of Bread
With balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
Chips
Garlic Ciabatta Bread
Garlic Ciabatta Bread & Mozzarella
Asparagus
Cooked in a lemon and butter sauce.
Marinated Olives
Sauteed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Rocket and Parmesan
Fresh rocket and parmesan shavings.
Bambino
Choose 2 courses for £7.50 per child under the age of 12
Bambino -Main Course
Either Margherita pizza or Napoletana pasta.
White Wine
House White Pinot Grigio – Italy 12%
Distinctive bouquet of wild flowers and hint of honey. Dry, light and clean on the palate with lively apple and pear notes.
Santa Rita 120 Sauvignon Blanc – Chile 13.5%
Crisp and refreshing, this wine offers an abundance of grapefruit and lemon fruit flavours, delivered in a softer, more tropical fruit texture. A great party wine!
Verdicchio Classico DOC – Italy 12.5%
Rich straw yellow with an ample and complex nose, immediate impact of ripe fruit. Warm elegant and intense on the palate with persistent finish of ripe fruit notes.
Frascati Superiore DOC – Italy 12%
Straw yellow colour with a delicately fruity bouquet and a young vivacious palate.
Beer & Cider
Peroni
Moretti
Cider
Spirits, Liqueur & Specialities
Jamesons
Absolut Vodka
Bacardi
Gordons Gin
Malfy Gin
Vecchia Romagna Brandy
Martini Bianco
Cinzano
Baileys
Amaretto
Tia Maria
Cointreau
Archers
Aperol
Campari
Sambuca
Limoncello
Strega
Amaro Averna
Grappa
Liqueur Coffee
Hot Drinks
Espresso Single
Espresso Double
Espresso Bombon
Espresso Shot with condensed milk
Cappuccino
Latte
Americano
Flat White
Mocha
Hot Chocolate
Tea
English Breakfast / Mint / Earl Grey / Green.
Babycino
Frothy hot milk with chocolate sprinkles
Red Wine
House Red Merlot – Italy 12%
Deep ruby red, almost garnet. Intense berry like aroma with typical Merlot character. Dry, soft, well rounded on the palate with a flavour of ripe cherries.
Bardolino Classico DOC – Italy 12%
Intense ruby red colour. Bouquet of ripe fruits, spices and cloves. Refreshing acidity and spicy finish.
Chianti DOCG Riserva Melini – Italy 13.5%
Dry, round and rich wine with flavours of ripe red fruits overlaid with smoky notes.
Rose
White Zinfandel Rose California – USA 10%
This wine has plenty of raspberry and watermelon fruit flavours. Juicy and light, it has a refreshing finish with a typically blackberry / cherry fruit nose.
Pinot Grigio delle Venezie Blush – Italy 12%
Pale copper colour. Aromatic with delicate citrus notes. Crisp and refreshing on the palate.
Prosecco
Prosecco DOC Treviso – Italy 11%
Light straw yellow. Bouquet is reminiscent of wisteria and acacia flowers. Delicate and particularly fruity
Valse Spumante Rose – Italy 11%
Light pink in colour with abundant foam. The aroma is thin with a hint of strawberry. The taste is smooth and delicate with a pleasant acidity and abundant fruit notes.