Via Locusta Menu

1723 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, United States
$$$ Italian restaurant
(655 Reviews)
Price Range $50–100

Welcome to Via Locusta, an Italian gem nestled in the heart of Philadelphia. This delightful eatery offers a captivating array of dishes that invite diners to savor authentic flavors in a warm atmosphere.

Start your culinary journey with their impressive Happy Hour selection, featuring delectable Spiedini options like Octopus and Chicken for just $5-$7. Pair these with refreshing cocktails such as the Hugo Spritz or a selection of wines, priced at $7.

For dinner, the pasta takes center stage. Signature dishes like Cacio e Pepe and Agnolotti are a must-try, beautifully prepared with rich sauces and fresh ingredients. Patrons rave about the pasta's exquisite flavors, making it a standout dining experience.

With a vibrant atmosphere and remarkable dishes, Via Locusta stands out as a top destination for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.

Happy Hour - Beverage

  • Bergamont

    gin, earl grey, lemon

    US$7.00
  • Valencia

    vodka, blood orange, lime

    US$7.00
  • Arancia Spritz

    gin, basil, cappelletti

    US$8.00
  • Hugo Spritz

    elderflower, mint, lemon

    US$8.00
  • Beer

    daily selection

    US$5.00
  • Wine

    white, rosé, red

    US$7.00

Happy Hour - Food

  • Chicken Spiedini
    US$6.00
  • Pork Spiedini
    US$5.00
  • Shrimp Spiedini
    US$5.00
  • Shishito Pepper Spiedini
    US$5.00
  • Octopus Spiedini
    US$7.00
  • Salmon Spiedini
    US$7.00
  • Grilled Fig Toast

    ricotta, saba, basil

    US$8.00
  • Caprese Toast

    straciatella, tomato, pesto

    US$8.00
  • Wild Mushroom Toast

    ricotta, arugula, sherry

    US$7.00
  • Fritto Misto

    shrimp, calamari, marinara

    US$10.00
  • Panzerotti

    pepperoni, mozzarella, parmigiano

    US$7.00
  • Mozzarella Fritta

    marinara, parmigiano, basil

    US$7.00
  • Zucchini

    lemon aioli, garlic, sea salt

    US$7.00
  • Focaccia

    honey butter

    US$7.00
  • Milanese Sandwich

    chicken, roasted tomato, aioli

    US$8.00
  • Agnolotti

    porcini, parmigiano, truffle

    US$9.00
  • Meatballs

    caciocavallo, marinara, basil

    US$8.00

Brunch Cocktails

  • Mimosa

    orange juice, sparkling brut

    US$11.00
  • Bloody Mary

    vodka, house-made bloody mix

    US$12.00
  • Espresso Martini

    vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso

    US$14.00
  • Brunch Bubbly

    750 ml sparkling brut bottle with choice of juices

    US$35.00

Cocktails

  • Costa d'Estate

    rum, passionfruit, coconut

    US$14.00
  • Aperto

    gin, orange, lime

    US$12.00
  • Sorrento

    vodka, limoncello, sage

    US$12.00
  • Prima Vera

    vodka, lemon, elderflower

    US$12.00
  • Via Giovanni

    tequila, aperol, grapefruit

    US$12.00
  • Reggio

    whiskey, amaro, lemon

    US$14.00
  • Occhio

    tequila, chili, blood orange

    US$13.00
  • Valencia

    vodka, blood orange, lime

    US$12.00

Zero-Proof

  • Zinzero

    n/a rosé, lemon, ginger

    US$9.00
  • Finto Spritz

    n/a aperitivo, pineapple, citrus

    US$9.00
  • Il Imposture

    blood orange, lime, sparkling water

    US$8.00

Brunch - Small Plates

  • Focaccia

    honey butter, bee pollen

    US$9.00
  • Burrata

    heirloom tomato, basil, sherry vinaigrette

    US$13.00
  • Country Ham & Zeppole

    cherries, mustard, olive oil

    US$17.00
  • Tuna Crudo

    citrus, fennel, kalamata olive

    US$18.00
  • Hamachi Crudo

    serrano, grapefruit, mint

    US$15.00
  • Insalata Verde

    haricot vert, fava, champagne vinaigrette

    US$13.00
  • Baby Gem Caesar

    robiola, pea shoot, breadcrumb

    US$14.00
  • Beet Salad

    ricotta, walnut, caper

    US$15.00
  • Asparagus

    tomato pesto, prosciutto, scallion

    US$14.00

Brunch - Pasta

  • Agnolotti

    porcini, parmigiano, truffle

    US$19.00
  • Tagliatelle Pomodoro

    parmigiano, basil, calabrian chili

    US$17.00
  • Rigatoni Carbonara

    guanciale, parmigiano, egg

    US$19.00
  • Quattro Fromaggi Ravioli

    pea leaf pesto, lemon, parmigiano

    US$18.00
  • Cacio e Pepe

    black pepper, pecorino, olive oil

    US$17.00
  • Spaghetti & Crab

    tomato, basil, garlic

    US$20.00

Brunch - Plates

  • Eggs in Purgatory

    pomodoro, roasted red pepper, pecorino

    US$16.00
  • Cheese Omelette

    fontina, robiolina, asparagus

    US$18.00
  • 2 Eggs any Style

    crispy potato, choice of bacon or sausage

    US$17.00
  • Ricotta Pancakes

    banana, hazelnut, caramel

    US$15.00
  • Stuffed French Toast

    mascarpone, strawberries, cinnamon crunch

    US$18.00
  • Italian Sandwich

    coppa, mortadella, stracciatella, pepper relish

    US$17.00
  • Chicken Milanese Panino

    fried egg, arugula, aioli

    US$16.00
  • Steak & Eggs

    flat iron, salsa verde, over easy

    US$27.00
  • Bruschetta

    avocado pesto, smoked salmon, poached egg

    US$18.00

Brunch - Sides

  • Applewood Smoked Bacon
    US$7.00
  • Sausage
    US$8.00
  • Crispy Potatoes

    rosemary, garlic, pecorino

    US$6.00
  • Polenta

    parmigiano, olive oil

    US$8.00

Dinner - Chef's Tasting

  • Chef's Tasting

    2 primi, 1 pasta, 1 secondi, 1 contorni, 1 dessert

    US$56.00

Dinner - Primi

  • Focaccia

    honey butter, bee pollen

    US$9.00
  • Burrata

    heirloom tomato, basil, sherry vinaigrette

    US$13.00
  • Country Ham & Zeppole

    cherries, mustard, olive oil

    US$17.00
  • Hamachi Crudo

    serrano, grapefruit, mint

    US$15.00
  • Tuna Crudo

    citrus, fennel, kalamata olive

    US$18.00
  • Insalata Verde

    haricot vert, fava, champagne vinaigrette

    US$13.00
  • Baby Gem Caesar

    robiola, pea shoot, breadcrumb

    US$14.00
  • Beet Salad

    ricotta, walnut, caper

    US$16.00
  • Octopus

    green bean, sherry vinegar, calabrian chili

    US$18.00
  • Roasted Heirloom Carrots

    goat cheese, dill gremolata, hazelnut

    US$13.00
  • Zucchini Fritto

    lemon aioli, garlic, sea salt

    US$13.00

Dinner - Contorni

  • Fried Potatoes

    fonduta, parmigiano, chive

    US$9.00
  • Asparagus

    tomato pesto, prosciutto, scallion

    US$14.00
  • Polenta

    parmigiano, olive oil

    US$8.00
  • Crispy Cauliflower

    calabrian honey, parmigiano, serrano

    US$12.00

Dinner - Pasta

  • Campanelle

    lamb sugo, peas, pecorino

    US$19.00
  • Agnolotti

    porcini, parmigiano, truffle

    US$19.00
  • Squid Ink Chitarra

    ‘nduja, calamari, chili

    US$19.00
  • Quattro Fromaggi Ravioli

    pea leaf pesto, lemon, parmigiano

    US$18.00
  • Mafaldine Bolognese Bianca

    pork, thyme, carrot

    US$19.00
  • Tagliatelle Pomodoro

    parmigiano, basil, calabrian chili

    US$17.00
  • Cacio e Pepe

    black pepper, pecorino, olive oil

    US$18.00
  • Spaghetti & Crab

    tomato, basil, garlic

    US$20.00

Dinner - Secondi

  • Chicken alla Griglia

    escarole, shallots, raisins

    US$27.00
  • Branzino

    corn succotash, tomato, basil

    US$31.00
  • NY Strip

    salsa verde, cipollini, shishito

    US$39.00
  • Pork Chop

    mushrooms, sunchoke, sugo

    US$34.00

Dessert

  • Gelato

    goat cheese & fig, stracciatlla

    US$10.00
  • Affogato

    vanilla gelato, espresso, shortbread cookie

    US$10.00
  • Gianduja Budino

    chocolate, hazelnut crunch, cocoa amaro

    US$10.00

Dessert Cocktails

  • Strada Rozzano

    café amaro, vodka, espresso

    US$14.00
  • Strada Rocce

    bourbon, averna, espresso

    US$15.00