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The restaurant and cafe Castello de Marte, or in english “Castle Of Mars”, is located in the main square of the beautiful, medieval walled hill-town of Cossignano, just ten minutes from the Adriatic coast. Cossignano’s position dominates the countryside providing breathtaking views over the “Piceno”, as this picturesque area of central Italy is known.
Castello de Marte has been a hostelry since the early 1950s but it was carefully restored in 2003 to its present glory. dating from the 15 century, this spectacular and atmospheric building retains the historic architectural character of past eras, while charming decorative touches provide personality and a warm welcoming ambiance.
Lunch in the evocative dining room, take an aperitivo in the bar or dine on the tiled, colonnaded terrace overlooking the Renaissance square, whatever you chose you are guaranteed an experience to remember.
Our special seasonal menu sees all dishes freshly prepared from the finest (mainly locally procured) ingredients. Fabio’s speciality is vegetarian antipasti, the “i” on the end of antipasti indicates a plural and when you see the endless stream of beautifully presented dishes, each with its own special flavours and enticing aromas you will know why.
Our house wine is very palatable and flows easily but if you prefer we also have an extensive list of excellent specially selected wines from the piceno region. These are some of the finest up-and-coming wines from italy and are being spapped up by connoisseurs the world over. Why not try a glass in the region they were created?
Relax in evocative renaissance surroundings. The restaurant is perfectly located in the corner of Cossignano’s main square where you can sip an aperitivo before you dine under the colonnade soaking in the atmosphere. While locals promenade and engage in vital discussions, you can sit back and absorb the ambiance of Italy. This is Italian eating just as you pictured it and the memories will last even longer than the evening.
Fabio de Girolame, owner and head chef at the award winning Castello de Marte.
Antipasta * Primo * Secondo * Salad * Dolce including Mineral Water * Coffee * House Wine
Antipasti: (appetizers) 13€
Local cheeses, cured hams, salami, melon, rocket salad, grilled aubergine, fried courgette and olive ascolane “fecandò” (a surprise from le marche)
Primo: (pasta) 7€
Homemade tagliatelle with mushrooms porcini or tomato ragù
Secondo: (main course) 12€
A traditional assortment of grilled meats “grigliata mista”
Italian sliced beef “tagliata”
served with, rocket salad, parmesan cheese, tomato salad or mixed salad
Dolce: (Dessert) 3 €
Homemade tiramisù
If you have a special event, a wedding reception, birthday or just a large group we will be pleased to accommodate you.
