Il Pizzico – Italian
Il Pizzico invites guests into a spirited celebration of Italian flavors, where the air is perfumed with the scent of fresh basil and the savory richness of artisanal salumi. Golden, crispy Sicilian rice croquettes and tender eggplant involtini arrive at candlelit tables, creating a communal dining experience that feels like a warm, sun-soaked escape to the heart of the Mediterranean.
15209 Frederick Road, Rockville MD 20850 https://ilpizzico.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, nut-free, vegetarian, dairy-free, vegan, diabetic, sugar-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, raw-food, zone, tlc, detox, volumetrics, aip, low-fodmap, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free, sirtfood
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its flavorful and well-prepared main courses, guests love visiting for special occasions where the cuisine consistently delights. Reviewers highlight the professional and attentive service that ensures a seamless experience, noting that the pleasant environment provides a perfect backdrop for a memorable meal.
Menu
- Beef Carpaccio: Thin slices of raw beef served with shaved Parmigiano, mixed greens and mustard aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food
- Prosciutto and Buffalo Mozzarella: Imported water buffalo mozzarella and prosciutto ham with olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Crostini of the Day: Wedges of toasted bread with today’s topping
- Calamari: Olive oil poached calamari, garlic, herbs, pancetta, croutons and chilies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Salumi Board: An assortment of charcuterie and cheeses Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Eggplant Involtini: Grilled eggplant bundles filled with mozzarella and ricotta tomato sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Sicilian Rice Croquettes: Traditional Sicilian rice croquettes filled with meat and mozzarella with Taleggio cheese fonduta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spicy Calamari: Calamari stewed in a spicy tomato sauce with peas and garlic croutons Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Caprese: Fresh mozzarella and tomatoes with basil and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Capricciosa Salad: Mixture of leaf vegetables, carrots and onions with house dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Spinach Salad: Fresh spinach with walnuts, crispy pancetta, gorgonzola cheese and pears with balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Arugula and Parmesan: Baby arugula with Parmigiano shavings extra virgin olive oil and lemon dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Seafood Salad: Chilled seafood salad with scallops, calamari, shrimp and mussels, marinated with garlic, olive oil and lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mushroom Ravioli with Pistachio: Ravioli filled with mushrooms and ricotta served with pistachio-cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Paccheri with Shrimp: Homemade large rigatoni, garlic, shrimp, anchovies, toasted bread crumbs tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Casarecce alla Krizia: Homemade casarecce, prosciutto, peas, tomatoes, touch of cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tagliatelle with Veal Ragu: Homemade fettuccine pasta served with veal meat sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bucatini with Pancetta and Tomato: Homemade hollow thick spaghetti, pancetta, onions and spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Penne with Eggplant: Penne pasta with eggplant, mozzarella and fresh tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Rigatoni with Sausage and Mushrooms: Rigatoni with sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes and a touch of cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Campanelle with Lamb Sauce: Homemade campanelle pasta with lamb sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti allo Scoglio: Spaghetti with mussels, shrimp, scallops and calamari in a tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Rigatoni Crudaiola: Homemade rigatoni with olives, capers and tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Bucatini with Sausage and Cream: Homemade hollow thick spaghetti with sausage meat and cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Salmon Isabella: Atlantic salmon sautéed with onions, tomatoes, olives and endives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Shrimp and Scallops alla Kiara: Shrimp and sea scallops, fennel, pancetta and Brandy cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Rosemary Swordfish: Sautéed sword fish with garlic, rosemary, spinach and lemon butter sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Capriccio di Mare: A mixture of seafood and fish simmered in a light tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Veal Scaloppine alla Sandra: Veal scaloppini with pine nuts, raisins and rosemary in a wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean
- Grilled Strip Steak: Grilled strip steak, mixed mushrooms and Barolo wine reduction sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Lectin-Free
- Braised Beef Short Ribs: Beef short ribs braised in red wine served on a bed of polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Fish Selection: Selection of grilled fish served with traditional salmoriglio condiment Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Salmon Paillard: Grilled Salmon paillard served with spinach and orange segments Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Lemon Shrimp: Sautéed shrimp with white wine and butter lemon sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Chicken Breast: Grilled free range chicken breast served with baby arugula, Lemon dressing and Parmigiano shavings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Sautéed Spinach Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Vegetables of the Day Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Sautéed Eggplant and Mushrooms Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Ferrari Brut NV: Sparkling Wine
- Prosecco Di Valdobbiadene, Bisol NV: Sparkling Wine
- Bramito Della Sala, Antinori: Chardonnay
- Abbazia di Novacella: Pinot Grigio
- Marchesi Di Barolo: Barolo Red Wine