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Our concept is not a new one. In fact Cicchetti (pronounced chi-KET-tee) has been around for many many years. It originated in small bars in Venice, known locally as Bacari.
Here you would find people sharing and eating small dishes and drinking “Spritz”. This social way of eating and catching up with family and friends is why we love Italy so much and is why we are so passionate about what we do.
Our menu at Cicchetti is designed for 4-5 dishes between 2 people and is a fusion of classic Italian dishes with a Fratelli twist. A mix of what we would have found around the dinner table at family gatherings and eaten on our trips to Sicily.
Whether you’re a veg lover, a meat eater or a fresh fish fanatic, our menu has something for everyone, from our beautiful Sicilian arancini to our Tagliata di Manzo cooked on our Robata grill. Piccolo is bello and it’s the small details that are important, but more than anything Cicchetti is about sharing great food and drinks with family and friends.
Phone
01525 405551
Location
111 Dunstable Street
Ampthill
Bedfordshire MK45 2NG
kitchen Hours
Tuesday-Thursday
12pm-2pm / 5:30pm-9:45pm
Friday & Saturday
12pm-9:45pm
Sunday
12pm-5pm
CONDIVIDERE E AMARE - TO SHARE IS TO LOVE
Cicchetti (pronounced chi-KET-tee) are medium sized dishes, typically served in cicchetti bars in Venice. You can make a meal of them by ordering several plates which can be shared between friends. As dishes are freshly prepared, they will be served as soon as they are ready. To experience our Cicchetti menu we suggest 5 - 6 dishes between 2 people.
Stuzzichini
4
Olives
4
4
Pane di Casa (G)(V)(D)
homemade bread, focaccia, grissini
4
6
Melenzane alla Parmigiana (D)(V)
baked aubergines, Grana Padano cheese, tomato & basil sauce
6
18
Taglieri misto (G)(D)
selection of Italian cured meats & cheeses (Recommended for a minimum of 2 people)
18
8
Trio di Bruschette (G)(D)(N)
selection of speciality bruschetta
8
8
Burrata (D)
creamy mozzarella, grilled peaches, pistachios & basil couli
8
7
Polpettini (G)(D)
beef & pork meatballs with N’duja tomato sauce
7
Fritti (Traditional fried street food)
19
Fritto di Amalfi (G)(D)
fried prawns, scallops & squid in Fratelli Cicchetti batter (Recommended for a minimum of 2 people)
19
6
Mozzarella balls (G)(D)(V)
fried breaded mozzarella balls with basil mayonnaise
6
8
Sicilian Salt cod croquettes (G)(D)
with garlic mayo
8
7
Fritto di Verdura (G)(D)(V)
courgette, aubergine & sage leaves in Fratelli Cicchetti batter
7
7
Arancini (G)
rice balls filled with beef ragu & peas
7
Pizzette (small oval pizzas)
7
Margherita (G)(D)(V)
tomato, mozzarella, parmesan & basil
7
8
Salsiccia (G)(D)
tomato, mozzarella, truffle mushrooms & Italian pork sausage
8
8
Burrata (G)(D)
tomato, Parma ham, marzanino tomatoes & creamy burrata
8
Pasta
15
Spaghetti Aragosta (G)
lobster, Marzanino tomatoes, garlic & chilli
15
10
Spaghetti Granchio (G)
crab meat, garlic, chilli & Marzanino tomatoes
10
10
Gnocchi alla Bacarese (G)(D)(N)(V)
homemade gnocchi with radicchio, gorgonzola & walnuts
10
10
Ravioli al Tartufo (G)(D)(V)
truffle ravioli in butter emulsion
10
10
Paccheri Salsiccia (G)
Sicilian sausage ragu, tomato sauce & chilli
10
15
Risotto Amalfitano (G)(D)
squid, scallops, prawns, mussels, clams with Marzanino tomatoes & chilli
15
Pesce e Carne (Fish & Meat)
13
Capesante Gratinate (G)
queen scallops with bechamel, garlic & lemon breadcrumbs
13
16
Cacciucco (G)
mussels, clams, prawns, squid & chilli in tomato sauce topped with pizza bread & baked in the oven (Recommended for a minimum of 2 people)
16
16
8 hours braised Beef Shortrib (G)(D)
with friarelle
16
11
Pollo Milanese (G)(D)
breaded chicken breast, wild rocket, Marzanino tomatoes & parmesan shavings
11
Robata Grill
13
Gamberoni Grigliate
jumbo prawns with chilli, garlic & lemon
13
29
Grigliata mista di Pesce
mixed fish of the day (Recommended for a minimum of 2 people)
29
18
Beef Tagliata (D)
fillet steak, marzanino tomatoes, parmesan shavings & rocket
18
38
26oz Cote de Boeuf
with Marzanino tomatoes (Recommended for a minimum of 2 people)
38
14
Lamb Cutlets
with smoked garlic & mint
14
14
Pesce Spada
swordfish steak, samphire, garlic & Marzanino tomatoes
14
13
Pollo Calabrese
chicken thighs, peppers & N'duja
13
29
Grigliata mista di carne
selection of grilled meats
29
Sides
5
Truffle & Parmesan Fries (G)(D)
5
4
Sea Salt & Rosemary Fries (D)(V)
4
5
Friarelli (V)
Italian sprouting broccoli, lemon & garlic
5
4
Sea salt Frigatelli Padron Peppers (V)
4
4
Rucola & Grana (D)
rocket, parmesan & sweet balsamic
4
4
Insalata Mista (V)
baby gem, Marzanino tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, house dressing
4
4
Piselli (D)
peas, pancetta, onion
4
4
Patate (V)
rosemary & garlic roasted potatoes
4
Salads
7
Tricolore (D)(V)
avocado, tomato, buffalo mozzarella & basil
7
11
Pancetta e Pollo Caesar (D)
baby gem, smoked pancetta, grilled chicken, parmesan & croutons
11
9
Barbabietola e Salmone (D)(N)
carpaccio of heritage beetroot, smoked Salmon, crema di pistachio
9
12
Granchio e Avocado (G)
crab meat & smashed avocado, carasau bread, garlic & chilli
12
Dessert
6
Gelati Misti (D)(V)
3 scoops of Italian ice creams
6
6
Sorbet Misti (V)
3 scoops of sorbets
6
6
Doughnuts (G)(N)(V)(D)
with warm Nutella sauce
6
6
Cheesecake of the Day (D)(G)(N)
6
7
Mille Foglie (G)(D)(V)
puff pastry layers, Chantilly cream, fresh raspberries
7
6
Affogato (V)
vanilla ice cream with espresso coffee
6
7
Baba (G)(D)(N)(V)
Neopolitan sponge dessert soaked with rum with chantilly cream, Nutella & crushed pistachios
7
10
Formaggi (G)(D)(V)
selection of Italian cheeses with bread, Italian honey & grapes
10
CAFFE
3.50
Cappuccino
3.50
2.95
Espresso
2.95
3.50
Double Espresso
3.50
3.80
Latte
3.80
3.25
Americano
3.25
3.50
Hot Chocolate
3.50
3.50
Selection of teas
3.50
3.80
Floater Coffee
3.80
6.95
Liqueur Floater (Irish, Italian, French, Calypso)
6.95
(G) contains gluten (D) contains dairy (N) contains nuts (V) suitable for vegetarian
EXPRESS LUNCH
£9.99 PER PERSON
Drop in for quick lunch. Available Tuesday-Saturday served 12pm-2pm
Select one dish from each section to share or make a meal for yourself.
Stuzzichini E Fritti
Melenzane alla Parmigiana (G)(D)(V)
baked aubergines, Grana Padano cheese, tomato & basil sauce
Bruschette (G)(D)(V)(N)
selection of speciality bruschetta
Mozzarella balls (G)(D)(V)
fried breaded mozzarella balls with basil mayonnaise
Salt cod croquettes (G)(D)
with garlic mayo
Arancini (G)
rice balls filled with beef ragu & peas
Tricolore
avocado, tomato, buffalo mozarella & basil
Pizzette e pasta
Pizza N'duja (G)(D)
tomato, mozarella, N'duja, onion
Gnocchi (G)(D)
Gorgonzola sauce & crispy Parma ham
Pizza Friarelli (G)(D)(V)
mozzarella, friarelli, garlic, chilli
Paccheri alla Norma (G)(D)(V)
aubergines, tomato & basil sauce, grated pecorino cheese
Paccheri Salsiccia (G)
Sicilian sausage ragu, tomato sauce & chilli
Pizza Margherita (G)(D)(V)
tomato, mozzarella, parmesan & basil
Dolce
Fancy something sweet? Order an Affogato for 3.95.
(G) contains gluten (D) contains dairy (N) contains nuts (V) suitable for vegetarian
MENU FISSO
£14.95 PER PERSON
Available Tuesday-Thursday from 5.30pm
Select one dish from each section to share or make a meal for yourself.
Stuzzichini E Fritti
Melenzane alla Parmigiana (G)(D)(V)
baked aubergines, Grana Padano cheese, tomato & basil sauce
Polpettini (G)(D)(V)(N)
selection of speciality bruschetta
Mozzarella balls (G)(D)(V)
fried breaded mozzarella balls with basil mayonnaise
Salt cod croquettes (G)(D)
with garlic mayo
Arancini (G)
rice balls filled with beef ragu & peas
Tricolore (D)(V)
avocado, tomato, buffalo mozarella & basil
Barbabietola e Salmone (D)(N)
carpaccio of heritage beetroot, smoked Salmon, crema di pistachio
PIZZETTE, PASTA, CARNE e PESCE
Margherita (G)(D)(V)
tomato, mozzarella, parmesan & basil
Salsiccia (G)(D)
tomato, mozzarella, truffle mushrooms & Italian pork sausage
Spaghetti Granchio (G)
crab meat, garlic, chilli & Marzanino tomatoes
Ravioli al Tartufo (G)(D)(V)
truffle ravioli in butter emulsion
Paccheri Salsiccia (G)
Sicilian sausage ragu, tomato sauce & chilli
Pollo Milanese (G)(D)
breaded chicken breast, wild rocket, Marzanino tomatoes & parmesan shavings
Fish of the day
fish of the day, samphire, garlic & Marzanino tomatoes
(G) contains gluten (D) contains dairy (N) contains nuts (V) suitable for vegetarian
COCKTAILS
9
French Martini
Pineapple juice, Vanilla vodka, Chambord & lime
9
9
Mojito
Muddled fresh mint, lime, sugar syrup & Plantation rum (Raspberry & Passion fruit options available)
9
9
Porn Star Martini
Vanilla vodka, Passion fruit liquor, Passion fruit puree & Prosecco
9
9
Espresso Martini
Espresso, Vanilla vodka & Kahlúa
9
9
Godfather Sour
Johnnie Walker, Amaretto, lemon juice & brown sugar
9
9
Cosmopolitan
Citron Vodka, Cointreau, fresh lime juice & cranberry juice
9
8
Bellini
Peach puree, Crème de Peche, topped with Prosecco
8
8
Aperol Spritz
Aperol & Prosecco topped with soda water
8
8
Moscow Mule
Stolichnaya Vodka, ginger syrup, lime, sugar syrup & ginger ale
8
11
Bumbu Banana Old Fashioned
Bumbu Rum, chocolate bitters, white Crème de Banane
11
11
Barrell Aged Negroni
Tanqueray Gin, Cocci Torino, Campari
11
VODKA
35ml
4
Stolichnaya
4
6
Grey Goose
6
6
Grey Goose Vanilla
6
6
Grey Goose Orange
6
6
Belvedere
6
9
Crystal Head
9
WHISKEY & BOURBON
35ml
5
Buffalo Trace
5
5
Johnnie Walker Black Label
5
6
Gentleman Jack
6
8
Laphroaig
8
9
Nikka from the Barrell
9
7
Jameson Black
7
6
Woodford Reserve
6
6
Rittenhouse Rye
6
7
Elijah Craig
7
RUM
35ml
4
Kraken
4
5
Bumbu
5
4
Plantation Rum White
4
5
Plantation Dark Rum
5
6
Plantation Rum Pineapple
6
9
Zacapa
9
8
Leblon Cachaça
8
BRANDY
35ml
4
Martell VS
4
5
Vecchia Romagna
5
15
Rémy Martin
15
5
Hennessy VS
5
GIN
35ml
4
Bombay
4
5
Brockmans
5
7
Tanqueray 10
7
5
Aviation
5
6
Warner Edwards Rhubarb
6
10
Monkey 47 Sloe
10
8
Gin & Jonnie Gastro
8
5
Martin Miller’s
5
TEQUILA
35ml
5
Coffee Patron
5
8
Patron Silver
8
LIQUEURS & DIGESTIVE
35ml
4
Campari
4
4
Aperol
4
4
Limoncello 10
4
4
Chambord
4
4
Saliza Amaretto
4
4
Fernet-Branca
4
5
Baileys (50ml)
5
5
Tia Maria
5
4
Averna
4
4
Montenegro
4
4
Sambuca
4
5
Frangelico (N)
5
7
Port (50ml)
7
WHITE WINE
55
Chablis, Paul Deloux
France. Flowery, lively, fresh and mouth-watering with a crisp fruity palate and that flinty backbone only found in true Chablis.
55
5
/
6
/
22
Masseria Altemura - Apulo Bianco Salento IGT
Fiano, Falanghina. Intense and fruity bouquet with hints of plum and dried cherry. Dry with a fine structure and outstanding roundness. It shows a complex and persistent fruitiness on the palate.
5
/
6
/
22
7
/
9
/
35
Gavi Di Gavi, Cossetti
Piemonte. An elegant & refreshing wine, made with cortese grapes. It is fruity with scents of green apple lime & pear.
7
/
9
/
35
6
/
8
/
30
Cantina Santa Maria la Palma
DOC 100%. Vermentino di Sardegna. Pale straw-yellow with soft hints of green. Its winy aroma is well-balanced, delicate though distinct, with a fresh fragrance reminiscent of ripe apples.
6
/
8
/
30
6
/
7
/
27
Tenuta Ca’ Bolani - Pinot Grigio
Friuli Aquileia. DOC 100% Pinot Grigio. Fresh, juicy palate. Salty notes make it persistent in the finish. It is a bright straw yellow with a slight coppery tinge.
6
/
7
/
27
7
/
8
/
30
Sauvignon Ca'Bolani
Friuli. Fruity & persistent 100% Sauvignon, fresh & intense with scents of green peppers & elderflowers.*Silver medal winner at the Mundus Vini*
7
/
8
/
30
6
/
8
/
30
Zonin Jewels - Lugana DOC Zonin
100% Trebbiano di Lugana. The Zonin Classic Lugana DOC is clear and fresh with light ice crystal marks and some pineapple. A juicy wine with great fruit and good acidity.
6
/
8
/
30
6
/
8
/
29
Cantina Casalfarneto - Pecorino
DOC 100% Pecorino. Its colour is a pale straw yellow with green hue. The aroma is intense, persistent and fruity. It’s a wine with a good structure and salty notes.
6
/
8
/
29
41
Tenuta del Meriggio-Greco di Tufo
DOCG 100% Greco di Tufo. Yellow coloured tending to golden with aromas of ripe yellow pulp fruit.
41
59
Sancerre, Joseph Mellot
Domaine des Chaintres. Aromatic floral aromas of white blossom and grapefruit on the nose; the palate is refreshing and dry.
59
RED WINE
45
Portillo Malbec, Uco Valley, Mendoza
Plums, blackberries and a touch of vanilla; fresh fruit flavours, supported by a touch of spice.
45
40
Dashwood Pinot Noir, Marlborough
Crunchy black and red cherry fruit are backed up by winter spice, plum and vanilla.
40
5
/
6
/
22
Zonin Classici - Bardolino Classico
DOC Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Dry and well balanced, with a slightly bitter cherry persistency on the palate. This is a fine, fresh and fruity blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara.
5
/
6
/
22
6
/
8
/
29
Rocca di Montemassi - Le Focaie Maremma Toscana
DOC 100% Sangiovese. A very fine Sangiovese. The nose displays pleasant scents of violets, cherries and wild berries. The wine has a good structure with a soft and persistent finish.
6
/
8
/
29
47
Castello di Albola - Chianti Classico Riserva
DOCG 95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo. Chianti Classico Riserva 2012, 91 points from Robert Parkers’ Wine Advocate 2017 and 90 points from Vinitaly International 5 Star Wines Award 2016.
47
6
/
8
/
28
Tenuta Ca’ Bolani - Merlot Friuli Aquileia
DOC 100% Merlot. Matured for 6 months in Slavonian oak. Pronnounced and fruit driven on the nose: soft, rounded and juicy on the palate with a persistent aftertaste of red berry fruit.
6
/
8
/
28
7
/
8
/
32
Saseso Primitivo
Puglia 100% Primitivo aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. This wine offers intense ruby red, scents of sour cherries, violets, liquorice and sweet spicy hints.
7
/
8
/
32
50
Masseria Altemura - Altemura Primitivo di Manduria
DOC 100% Primitivo. Ruby red with purple shadings. Intense and distinct aromas of jam-like ripe red and black fruit. Warm, silky, and almost dense favour, rich in varietal and territorial sensations.
50
80
Rocca di Montemassi
Maremma Toscana IGT. 50%. Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah, 15% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot. On the nose blackberries and red currants, mineral hints from wood ageing. Fresh and tangy, firm tannins.
80
ROSÉ
7.50
/
9
/
35
Côtes de Provence Rosé, M, Minuty
Bright and perfumed, the wine offers up peach, candied orange and hints of red summer berries.
7.50
/
9
/
35
6
/
8
/
30
Cantina Santa Maria la Palma - Aragosta Rose
DOC 100% Cannonau. Rosè wine, obtained by gently squeezing out the Cannonau red grapes.
6
/
8
/
30
DESSERT WINE
6
Moscato d’Asti
Straw-yellow with golden reflections, intense and very inviting, with delicate scents of underbrush, musk and peaches.
6
10
Reciotto
An Intense ruby red colour. Warm, sweet and intense, with hints of prune on the nose. A pleasant sweetness, full-bodied and velvety, with prune and cherry on the palate.
10
CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING
7
/
28
Zonin Prosecco - Special Cuvée
DOC 100% Glera. Yeasty on the nose, moderate richness with notes of apple and citrus. Golden melon, apple and toast on the palate with a satisfying finish.
7
/
28
65
Bollinger Special Cuvee Champagne NV
Bollinger is famous for its consistency of style, structure and aromatic complexity. This is a complex and elegant Champagne with a wonderful combination of velvety bubbles and flavours of pear, brioche, spice and fresh walnuts.
65
95
Laurent Perrier Rosé
The champagne is bright and salmon-pink in colour with a stream of persistent bubbles to help it stand out in your glass. The scents of soft red fruits, redcurrants and black cherries fill the air and delight your senses when the bottle is opened. The fruity theme continues as your palate is teased by a complex combination of fresh strawberries, raspberries and wild cherries with a fresh finish.
95
BEER & CIDER
3.50
/
6
Moretti
3.50
/
6
7
Camden Pale Ale
7
6
Peroni Gran Riserva
6
6
Aspall Cider
6
4
Non alcoholic Beer
4
SOFT DRINKS
3
Coca Cola
3
3
Diet Coke
3
3
Lemonade
3
3
Polara Aranciata
3
3
Limonata
3
3
Arancia Rossa
3
3
Polara Chinotto
3
3
Orange Juice
3
3
Apple Juice
3
3
Cranberry Juice
3
3
Pineapple Juice
3
3.50
/
4
Acqua Panna Still Water
3.50
/
4
3.50
/
4
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
3.50
/
4
3
Fever Tree Indian Tonic
3
3
Fever Tree Light Tonic
3
3
Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic
3
3
Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic
3
3
Fever Tree Ginger Ale
3
MAKE A RESERVATION
Call 01525 405551 or book online using the diary below.
Tables booked are based on a two hour sitting
Card details are required to secure your booking with a 48 hour cancellation policy.
Cancellations on day or no shows are subject to a £5 per head charge.Multiple bookings using the same name and or contact information which deemed to be related may be cancelled.
For parties of 6 or more please call the restaurant.
Customers are not permitted to bring any foods that have not been prepared or controlled on the premises
(Fratelli restaurant) including birthday cakes.Please select the total number of guests including children when making your booking.