The charming Cardiff restaurant Ciliegino proudly serves delicious and authentic Italian food and drinks that are found from five different outlets in Italy. In 2017, the team at Ciliegino opened in Cardiff, with their first British branch. Their star attraction is the famous pizza, known for its flavourful and light, authentic taste. The dough undergoes a 48-hour preparation before being baked in a traditional pizza oven, partly crafted from Mount Etna lava. The restaurant's approach is genuine Italian, offering a real dining experience without adapting ingredients or recipes.
Italian food, renowned worldwide, is a celebration of rich flavours, freshness, and simplicity. Rooted in regional favourites, Ciliegino’s menu ranges from pasta varieties like spaghetti, risotto crafted to perfection, and mouth watering pizzas with diverse toppings. Olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs form the essence of Italian cuisine, creating dishes that balance tradition and innovation. From rich sauces to artisanal cheeses, each bite reflects a passion for quality ingredients, making Italian food irresistible.
At Ciliegino, an inviting Italian restaurant, indulge the taste buds in an authentic feast. Start with the calamari battered squid, perfectly complemented by a zesty spicy mayo, and savour the richness of Sicilian olives. The pasta selection is a delight, featuring the fiery chicken arrabiata with the restaurant's signature homemade tomato sauce, chicken slices, and crushed chilis. The Cardiff sauce pasta, a local favourite, features the restaurant's carbonara sauce with double cream, egg yolk, Parmesan, mushrooms, sliced chicken, parsley, and black pepper. The pizza offerings range from classic Italian pepperoni to the exotic chicken curry adorned with homemade curry mayonnaise.
The many options extend to salads, a thoughtfully curated children’s menu, and plenty of delicious desserts.