Pacci's Trattoria – Italian
Pacci’s Trattoria invites guests into a lively, rustic haven where the comforting aroma of savory meatballs and warm, crusty bread sets the stage for a soulful Italian feast. From the delicate crunch of golden eggplant fritti to the zesty brightness of shrimp al limone and tender grilled octopus, each dish captures a vibrant, coastal spirit that turns a simple meal into a spirited celebration of tradition.
6 Post Office Road, Silver Spring MD 20910 https://paccistrattoria.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Pacci's Trattoria
Dairy-Free at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta Al Pomodoro, Impepata Di Cozze and Eggplant Fritti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Impepata Di Cozze and Grilled Octopus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pacci’s, Gnocchi Sorrentina and Bruschetta Al Pomodoro. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Steak & Cheese, Il Ripieno and Impepata Di Cozze. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Octopus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Octopus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Octopus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Pacci's Trattoria
Pacci's Trattoria in Silver Spring has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bruschetta Al Pomodoro. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Pacci's Trattoria
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp Alla Pesto | 39 g | 71.1 g |
| Nonna’s Polpette | 30.1 g | 70.6 g |
| Il Ripieno | 27.8 g | 68.5 g |
| Classic Steak & Cheese | 8.5 g | 62.7 g |
| Tagliatelle Al Tartufo | 23.2 g | 60.6 g |
| Parmigianella | 55.7 g | 48.8 g |
| Al Tartufo | 102.6 g | 47.6 g |
| CBC Sandwich | 25.9 g | 44.4 g |
| Mast’nicola | 55.8 g | 43.3 g |
| Tagliatelle Alla Boscaiola | 84.2 g | 40.9 g |
| Poverella | 47.6 g | 37.7 g |
| Paisana | 45.8 g | 36.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fresh appetizers and meticulous kitchen preparation, guests consistently praise the vibrant flavors and high-quality ingredients found in every starter. Diners rave about the friendly, timely service and highlight the comfortable, pleasant setting that makes for an inviting dining experience. Standout dishes include the expertly prepared appetizers, which reviewers highlight as a testament to the kitchen's pride and attention to detail.
Menu
Antipasti
- Pacci’s Bread - $7.75: Our signature pizza dough, oregano, EVOO, cracked black pepper, tomato sauce, and garlic herb butter. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella - $13.75: Fried mozzarella & marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata & Prosciutto - $19.75: Burrata, prosciutto, tomatoes, arugula, and basil. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta Al Pomodoro - $10.75: Crostini, tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nonna’s Polpette - $14.75: Beef meatballs, tomato sauce, shaved parmesan, and basil. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Impepata Di Cozze - $14.75: Sautéed mussels, cherry tomatoes, shallots, garlic, hot peppers, parsley, and EVOO. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $18: Fried calamari, tomato sauce, and lemon. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Al Limone - $17.75: Grilled colossal shrimp & lemon wine butter. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Octopus - $18.75: Grilled octopus, lemon, and EVOO. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Fritti - $12.75: Fried eggplant, tomato sauce, and lemon aioli. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Pacci’s - $13.75: Spinach, arugula, cucumbers, mozzarella, onions, nuts, cranberries, pears, and honey balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Dop - $13.75: Buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Campagnola - $13.75: Spinach, arugula, artichokes, roasted peppers, parmesan, and honey balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Spaghetti & Meatballs - $19.95: Spaghetti, tomato sauce, basil, and Italian beef meatballs. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese - $23.75: Tagliatelle, bolognese, and shaved parmesan. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliatelle Alla Boscaiola - $23.75: Tagliatelle, sausage, mushrooms, parmesan, cream sauce, and black pepper. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Napoletana - $19.75: Ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, dry-aged ground beef, and ragu. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carbonara - $23.75: Spaghetti, smoked pancetta, eggs, parmesan, cream sauce, and black pepper. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Alla Marsala - $25.75: Spaghetti, chicken breast, wild mushrooms, marsala sauce, and arugula salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Alla Milanese - $23.75: Spaghetti, garlic butter, breaded chicken breast, and arugula salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Alla Parmigiana - $26.75: Spaghetti, breaded chicken breast, tomato sauce, and parmesan. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $27.75: Linguine, sautéed shrimp, white wine butter sauce, and shallots. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Alla Pesto - $27.75: Spaghetti, sautéed shrimp, roasted tomatoes, basil pesto, pine nuts, shaved parmesan, and parsley. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Alle Vongole - $27.75: Linguine, little neck clams, lemon, and white wine butter. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cozze Alla Marinara - $27.75: Linguine, mussels, roasted tomatoes, white wine, Calabria peppers, and parsley. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Fat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliatelle Al Tartufo - $28.75: Tagliatelle, wild mushrooms, prosciutto di parma, truffle oil, shaved parmesan, and parsley. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Sorrentina - $19.75: Gnocchi, tomato sauce, and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Alla Florentina - $26.75: Jumbo cheese ravioli, white wine and garlic cream sauce, spinach, mushrooms, and shaved parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Calzones
- Il Ripieno - $16.75: Ricotta, buffalo mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, and basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calabrese - $17.75: Ricotta, mozzarella, spicy Neapolitan salami, luganega sausage, mushrooms, and basil. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetariana - $17.75: Ricotta, mozzarella, artichokes, roasted peppers, mushrooms, and basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza Neopolitana (Red)
- Margherita - $14.75: Mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Verace - $16.75: Buffalo mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Diavola - $16.75: Spicy Neapolitan salami, mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Il Padrino - $18.75: Spicy Neapolitan salami, luganega sausage, ricotta, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parmigianella - $15.75: Eggplant, smoked mozzarella, fontina, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capricciosa - $16.75: Ham, mushrooms, artichokes, black olives, mozzarella, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nanninella - $16.75: Cherry tomatoes, arugula, buffalo mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza Neopolitana (White)
- Pummarulella - $16.75: Cherry tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Tartufo - $16.75: Mushrooms, truffle oil, smoked mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quattro Formaggi - $15.75: Smoked mozzarella, parmesan, gorgonzola, fontina, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paisana - $16.75: Prosciutto di Parma, arugula, mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ciao Bella - $17.75: Spicy Neapolitan salami, black olives, gorgonzola, fontina, smoked mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poverella - $16.75: Eggplant, mushrooms, roasted peppers, artichokes, mozzarella, basil, and EVOO. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mast’nicola - $16.75: Roasted peppers, Italian sausage, smoked mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quattro Stagioni - $16.75: Four pizzas in one – mushrooms, ham, salami, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and EVOO. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Chicken Parmesan Sandwich - $18.75: Breaded chicken breast, mozzarella, tomato sauce, and basil. Served with fries and soft drink. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ultimate Cuban - $18.75: Roasted pork, Swiss, ham, pickles, and spicy honey mustard. Served with fries and soft drink. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Steak & Cheese - $18.75: Shaved prime rib, provolone, mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, onions, and mayo. Served with fries and soft drink. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - $18.75: Breaded chicken breast, mozzarella, lettuce, red onions, tomato, mayo, and buffalo hot sauce. Served with fries and soft drink. Available at: dinner, lunch
- CBC Sandwich - $18.75: Grilled chicken breast, bacon, cheddar, ranch, lettuce, red onions, and tomatoes. Served with fries and soft drink. Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Pacci's Trattoria
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include Nonna’s Polpette, Shrimp Al Limone, Grilled Octopus, Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese, and the highly praised fresh appetizers.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers vegan, keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options, though specific dish examples for these four diets are not listed.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for Pacci's Trattoria.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Pacci's Trattoria is currently operational, with its website at https://paccistrattoria.com/ and a 4.0/5 rating from active diners.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Pacci's Trattoria has an official website at https://paccistrattoria.com/ for information and online ordering.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This moderate ($$) Italian restaurant earns a 4.0/5 rating for its meticulous kitchen preparation, friendly service, and exceptional fresh appetizers.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Pacci's Trattoria has an average rating of 4.0/5, with customers praising the fresh appetizers and high-quality ingredients.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a wide variety of Italian dishes including meatballs, seafood, and pasta, catering to over 30 different dietary preferences.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners highlight the comfortable, pleasant, and inviting setting that creates a lively, rustic, and soulful atmosphere for an Italian feast.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a lively, rustic Italian feast starting with fresh appetizers like eggplant fritti or grilled octopus in a comfortable setting.
- Is Pacci's Trattoria dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Pacci's Trattoria has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta Al Pomodoro, Impepata Di Cozze and Eggplant Fritti.
- What can I eat at Pacci's Trattoria on a dairy-free diet?
- Bruschetta Al Pomodoro, Impepata Di Cozze and Eggplant Fritti carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Pacci's Trattoria have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bruschetta Al Pomodoro.
- Is Pacci's Trattoria gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Pacci's Trattoria?
- Shrimp Alla Pesto, at roughly 71.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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