Trattoria Rustica is a family-run Italian restaurant at 20 Princes Street in Norwich. Mario and Raffaella opened it in 1994 with the aim of creating the welcoming character of an Italian gathering place, suitable for family meals, business dinners and celebrations.
Most dishes are prepared to order, and the broad menu moves from antipasti and homemade breads into pasta, gnocchi, risotto and Italian main courses. Familiar ingredients such as tomatoes, olive oil, fresh herbs, cured meats and regional cheeses run throughout the selection.
Seafood, meat and vegetable dishes give diners several ways to build a meal, while traditional desserts provide a fitting conclusion. Vegetarian choices appear across the menu, and some recipes can be adjusted when the kitchen is told about a guest’s needs before ordering.
The historic building adds considerable character, including a crypt that can be hired for private occasions. Wine is central to the convivial Italian style of the restaurant, and guests with allergies or intolerances should discuss current ingredients and preparation with the team.
Address: 20 Princes Street, Norwich NR3 1AE, England
Trattoria Rustica City Centre Menu
Stuzzichini (Snacks)
Focaccia Rustica
Homemade Italian bread mixed herbs served with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Garlic Bread
Tuscan garlic bread with cheese and tomato sauce. (Vegan without cheese)
Marinated Olives
Mixed pitted olives with chopped pickled vegetables/spices.
Zucchine Fritte
Fried battered courgettes and onions served with cocktail sauce
Antipasti (Starters)
Zuppa Di Pomodoro
Daily made vegan tomato soup with garlic, tomato sauce and fresh basil with cream and foccacia bread. (Vegan without cream and gluten free without bread)
Ali Di Pollo
Free range chicken wings marinated in garlic and italian herbs, coated in bread crumbs deep fried served with sweet chilli sauce
Mozzarella in Carrozza
Butter sautéed mozzarella sandwich, served with tomato and basil sauce.
Bruschetta Rustica
Grilled Tuscan bread topped with marinated courgettes, garlic, diced tomatoes, baby leaves and balsamic sauce.
Sofficini Quatro Formaggi
Pancake filled with four cheeses coated in breadcrumbs deep fried served with tomato & cheese
Bruschetta Ai Funghi
Grilled Tuscany bread, topped with mushrooms cooked in garlic, white wine, cheese and parsley. (Vegan without cheese)
Bruschetta Garibaldi
Grilled Tuscany bread, salami Napoli, diced tomatoes, cheese, basil, garlic, green leaves and olive oil.
Arancini di Riso
Carnaroli rice ball stuffed with Mozzarella, peas and tomato, coated in bread crumbs, deep fried. Served with tomato sauce.
Calamari Fritti
Fried squid rings coated in batter served with garlic mayonnaise and a wedge of lemon.
Frogs Legs Piccanti
Crispy frogs legs marinated in garlic and fresh herbs, coated in bread crumbs, fried in olive oil, served with garlic mayonnaise.
Gamberoni Piccanti
Shell-off king prawns in spicy tomato sauce, white wine, onions, garlic and foccacia bread. (Gluten free without bread)
Mussels Marinara
Shell-on mussels cooked in their own juice in a light olive oil, garlic, spicy tomato sauce, white wine, fresh parsley and focaccia bread. (Gluten free without bread)
Mussels Piementese
Shell-on mussels cooked in their own juice in a light olive oil, garlic, cream sauce, white wine, fresh parsley and focaccia bread. (Gluten free without bread)
Antipasto Rustico
For two to share A selection of parma ham, salami, olives, marinated courgettes, mushrooms, cheese, tomatoes with chefs’ special tapas served with focaccia bread.
Risotto
Risotto all’Indiana
Country style risotto made with creamy curry sauce, Chicken, spicy tomato, courgettes. onions, garlic and white wine. (Can be made Gluten Free or Vegan)
Risotto Funghi Porcini
Wild porcini mushroom sauce, field mushrooms, olive oil, garlic, cream, white wine and parsley. (Can be made Gluten Free or Vegan)
Risotto Rustico
Rustic recipe with, chicken, chorizo, saffron, chillies, peas, peppers, onions, garlic, tomato sauce and white wine.
Risotto Gamberetti
Delicately creamy with king prawns, asparagus, cream, tomato and white wine.
Risotto Costa Smeralda
Sardinia’s most popular risotto with king prawn, squid, mussels, mixed sea food, garlic, hot chillies and tomato.
Risotto Andalusa
Delicious paella style, king prawn, mixed sea food, spicy chicken, saffron, chillies, peppers, peas, white wine, garlic and tomato.
Pasta with Fish
Linguine Portofino
Fisherman’s style with mussels, tomato sauce, olive oil, chillies, garlic, white wine and basil.
Penne Gino
King prawns, ham, capers, garlic, cream, nutmeg, black pepper and parsley.
Linguine Al Salmone
Smoked salmon, brandy, cream, butter, tomato, asparagus, nutmeg and black pepper.
Linguine Romeo
King prawns, asparagus, cognac, cream, tomato sauce, garlic, olive oil, marjoram and parsley.
Linguine Pescatora
King prawns, squid, mussels, baby clams, white fish, langoustines cooked in a light olive oil, garlic, hot chillies, white wine and parsley sauce.
Linguine Lucia
King prawns, white wine, garlic, spicy salami, peppers, peas, tomato sauce and parsley.
Spaghetti Bella Napoli
King prawns, mussels, langoustines, capers, baby clams, white wine, thyme, cream and garlic.
Spaghetti Frutti di Mare
King prawns, squid, mussels, langoustines, mixed sea food, garlic, hot chillies, white wine, tomato sauce and basil.
Classic Pasta
Spaghetti Abruzzo
Pancetta, choriza, onions, hot chillies, olive oil, garlic, tomato sauce, basil, white wine and parmesan.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Pancetta, butter, egg yolks, cream, parmesan and black pepper. (Can be made without cream)
Penne Montanara
Ham, mushrooms, butter, cream, black pepper, white wine and parmesan. (Can be made vegetarian)
Penne Alfredo
Penne pasta cooked with chicken, cream, four cheeses and parmesan. (Can be made vegetarian)
Spaghetti Bolognese
100% prime minced beef, tomato sauce, onions, rosemary, oregano and parmesan.
Linguine Al Capone
Meat balls (100% beef), tomato sauce, garlic, onions, parmesan and oregano.
Penne Leonardo
Diced chicken fillet, garlic, hot chillies, peppers, curry, cream, flat parsley, tomato and parmesan. (Can be made vegetarian)
Spaghetti Botticelli
Diced chicken fillet, pancetta, onions, tomato sauce, peas, wine, garlic and parmesan. (Can be made vegetarian)
Penne Michelangelo
Chicken, asparagus, field mushrooms, porcini mushroom sauce, cream, garlic and parmesan. (Can be made vegetarian)
Oven Baked
Lasagna Classica
Fresh egg pasta, 100% prime minced beef, white sauce, mozzarella, parmesan and tomato sauce. (Gluten free £1 extra)
Cannelloni
Cannelloni pasta stuffed with spinach, ricotta, topped with tomato sauce, cream, mozzarella and parmesan.
Pasta al forno
Layers of lasagne sheets, spinach, pepper, onions, courgettes, garlic, aubergines & tomato sauce
Crespelle Monte Carlo
Pancake filled with spinach, cheese, topped with asparagus, broccoli, mushrooms, cream and parmesan.
Crespelle Emilliana
Pancake filled with chicken, cheese, spinach, topped with broccoli, mozzarella, parmesan, cream and tomato.
Gnocchi
Gnocchi Casanova
Traditional potato pasta with four cheeses, broccoli, spinach, black pepper, saffron, nutmeg and cream.
Gnocchi Vegetariani
Traditional potato pasta, broccoli, courgettes, peppers, peas, mushrooms, onions, garlic and tomato sauce.
Gnocchi Alla Sarda
Traditional potato pasta with spicy salami, onions, pancetta, tomato, mushrooms, chillies and garlic.
Gnocchi Sorrento
Potato pasta with chicken, tomato sauce, broccoli, chillies, basil, garlic, onions, white wine, cream and mozzarella.
Pizza
Extra toppings including hot Chilli oil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar and more, from £1.95 each please ask.
Pizza Margherita
Mozzarella, tomato, basil, oregano and parsley.
Pizza Calabrese
Mozzarella, tomato, pepperoni sausage, oregano and basil.
Pizza Carbonara
Bacon, egg, white sauce, mozzarella, black pepper and parmesan (made without tomato).
Pizza Napoletana
Mozzarella, tomato, capers, anchovies, olives, basil and garlic.
Pizza Primavera
Mozzarella, mushrooms, peppers, courgettes, spinach, onions and tomato. (Vegan without cheese)
Pizza Tropicale OR Calzone
Ham, mushrooms, pineapples, tomato sauce, mozzarella, oregano and black pepper.
Pizza Vesuvio
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms, capers and oregano.
Pizza Rustica
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, chicken, ham, hot chillies, garlic, mushrooms and oregano.
Pizza Mamma Mia
100% minced beef meatballs, mozzarella, tomato sauce, oregano, parsley and garlic.
Pizza Regina
Mozzarella, tomato, King prawns, peperoni sausage oregano, black pepper and basil sauce.
Carni e Pesci (Meat and Fish Dishes)
Potatoes and vegetables are NOT INCLUDED with meat and fish dishes – Please choose from the side dishes below
Pollo Montecassino
Chicken coated in bread crumbs, topped with parma ham, fontina cheese, grilled, served with spaghetti in tomato sauce.
Pollo ai Funghi
Chicken cooked with mushrooms, porcini mushroom sauce, garlic, white wine and cream.
Pollo Piccante
Chicken cooked in garlic, parma ham, hot chillies, onions, pancetta, peppers, red wine and tomato sauce.
Fegato Alla Siciliana
Lamb liver cooked in olive oil, garlic, bacon, cherry brandy, sweet marsala wine, onions, cream and sage.
Fegato Alla Veneziana
Lamb liver cooked in olive oil, garlic, chillies, red wine, onions, tomato sauce and rosemary.
Saltimbocca Romana
Free range pork fillet escallops, parma ham, flamed with brandy, sage, butter, white wine and cream.
Bracciola
Free range sliced pork loin cooked with sliced pineapples, sage, flamed with cognac, dill, butter and cream.
Cotoletta alla Milanese
Free range sliced pork loin coated In bread crumbs, cooked in butter and sage served with spicy tomato spaghetti.
Agnello Aromatico
Leg of lamb casserole cooked with mixed vegetables, onions, red wine, mint, tomato sauce and hot chillies.
Merluzzo alla Livornese
Pan fried Cod fillet, King prawns, mussels, mushrooms, garlic, onions, tomato sauce, parsley & white wine
Zuppa Di Pesce
Italian real fish stew with king prawn, mussels, squid, seasonal seafood, garlic, onions, hot chillies, white wine and tomato sauce, served with Italian bread. (Gluten free without bread)
Contorni (Side Dishes)
Insalata Mista
Chopped mixed salad leaves, tomatoes, olives, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Garlic Bread
Tuscany garlic bread with cheese and tomato sauce.
Pomodori e Basilico
Fresh sliced tomatoes and basil sauce salad, olives, onions, olive oil, balsamic vinegar. Served with croutons.
Crema di Broccoli
Broccoli topped with cream, mozzarella, herbs and parmesan, oven baked.
Patate Al Gratin
Sliced potatoes fried in butter with rosemary and mixed herbs sprinkled with parsley and Balsamic vinegar.
Chunky Chips
Home Made Italian Desserts
Tiramisu Della Casa
Feather-light mascarpone cream with Baileys liqueur and layers of traditional savoiardi sponge fingers holding Italian coffee. Finished with a sprinkling of cocoa powder.
Panna Cotta
A delightful typical ground coconut and cream Italian dessert infused with vanilla pods and caramel. Dressed with a wild berry coulis. (Gluten free)
Affogato al caffè
Italian vanilla ice cream soaked in a double espresso coffee, Amaretto di Saronno, chocolate and whipped cream. (Contains nuts)
Profiteroles
Choux pastry filled with mascapone cream and coated in a light chocolate mousse.
Torta Al Formaggio
Italian style cheesecake consisting of a biscuit base made with delicate soft mascarpone cheese topped with the chef’s choice of fruit pureé.
Gelato Italiano
Italian Vanilla ice cream served with chocolate or caramel sauce.
Saccottini (served warm when available)
Light pastry parcels filled with nutella cream, sprinkled with vanilla icing sugar, cooked to order.
Sorbetto Al Limoncello
A refreshing sorbet infused with powerful fruity Limoncello liqueur served with wild berry compote. (Gluten free and vegan)
Amalfi Cake Gluten Free
Homemade gluten free Amalfi cake sprinkled with Limoncello, served with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce
Tiramisu Cake
(for birthday parties or other occasions, minimum order 8 people at least 24 hours in advance). Feather-light mascarpone cream with Baileys liqueur and layers of traditional savoiardi sponge fingers holding Italian coffee. Finished with a sprinkling of cocoa powder.
Soft Drinks & Fruit Juices
£4.95 each
Coke
Diet Coke
Fanta
Soda Water
Italian, World Beers & Ciders
Peroni Nastro Azzurro Beer
330ml Bottle Alc/Vol 5%
Moretti Italian Beer
330ml Bottle Alc/Vol 4.6%
San Miguel
330ml Bottle Alc/Vol 5%
Adnams Bitter Ale
500ml Bottle Alc/Vol 4.1%
Finest Italian Cocktails
£11.95 EACH (Order any 4 or more for £10.95 each)
Amalfitano
A blend of blue raspberry syrup, Limoncello di capri, Prosecco and ice.
Aperol Spritz
A blend of Double shot Aperol, Prosecco, club soda, sliced orange and ice.
Bellini
A blend of peach Nectar, Archers, Prosecco and ice.
Don Giovanni
A blend of Limoncello, elderflower cordial, Sicilian lemonade, lime cordial, sliced lemon and ice.
Vini Rossi (Red Wine)
Glass 125ml | Glass 175ml | Half Litre 500ml | Bottle 750ml
House Red
Intrigo Puglia
Intense ruby red in colour with purple reflections, the aroma gives mature black berry fruits and spices. Full bodied and rounded on the finish with light tannins.
Cabernet
Dark fruit flavours and savoury tastes. Dark, purple colour with intense blueberry, raspberry and cherry flavours.
Merlot
Bursting with ripe fruit flavours this famous wine maintains a superbly rich texture and concentrated after taste.
Italian Liqueurs and Spirits
Single 25ml £4.95 | Double 50ml £8.95
Amari
Fernet Branca
Amaretto di Saronno
Grappa
World Liqueurs and Spirits
Single 25ml £5.95 | Double 50ml £9.95
Armagnac
Cointreau
Courvoisier
Drambuie
Liqueurs
25ml £5.00 / 50ml £8.00 / Mixers £2.50 each
Gin
Pink Gin
Vodka
Caffè All’ Italiana
Caffè al Liquore (Liqueur Coffee)
Amaretto | Irish whisky | Grappa | Tia Maria | Baileys | Rum with fresh cream float.