Spiga – Italian
Spiga captures the sun-drenched spirit of the Mediterranean, welcoming guests into a lively space where the aroma of charred pizza crust and briny sautéed mussels fills the air. The table becomes a vibrant tapestry of shared plates, from tender lamb arrosticini and golden-brown meatballs to crisp, garden-fresh salads that celebrate simple, bold flavors. Whether sharing a rustic margherita pizza or a comforting bowl of pasta e fagioli, every meal feels like a spirited celebration of coastal tradition and warm hospitality.
18, Highland Circle, 02494 +17814495600 https://www.spigaristorante.net/0Cuisine: 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, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Spiga
Dairy-Free at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including NY Strip Bistecca, Broccoli Crown and Assorted Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including NY Strip Bistecca, Broccoli Crown and Assorted Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Insalata Verde, Frutti di Mare and Broccoli Crown. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sautéed Mussels and Veal Ossobuco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Assorted Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Assorted Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Assorted Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Spiga
Spiga in Needham Heights has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccoli Crown, Pasta and Fagioli and Roasted Potatoes. 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 Spiga
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Frutti di Mare | 59 g | 71.2 g |
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Meatballs (5 pieces) | 89.1 g | 39.1 g |
| Veal Ossobuco | 12.3 g | 32.5 g |
| Spaghetti Carbonara | 43.1 g | 29.1 g |
| Italiano Panini | 31.5 g | 26.1 g |
| Parma Prosciutto Pizza | 12.5 g | 19.4 g |
| Chicken Under the Brick | 20.1 g | 16.4 g |
| Sautéed Mussels | 4.1 g | 16.3 g |
| Pasta and Fagioli | 39.9 g | 13.6 g |
| Margherita Pizza | 14.3 g | 13.2 g |
| Lasagna di Carne | 13.3 g | 12.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Caesar Salad - $16: Baby romaine lettuce, capers, anchovies, Spiga's caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Verde - $16: Artisanal greens, whipped ricotta, spiced almonds, lemon balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto Spiga - $23: Variety of Italian cold cuts & cheeses, pickled vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta and Fagioli - $18: Artisanal Pasta, Borlotti-Cannellini Beans, celery, onions, carrots, EVOO Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Mussels - $22: Sautéed mussels in a fra-diavolo cherry tomatoes sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Arrosticini - $25: Lamb skewer, arugula salad, Parmigiano Reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Octopus - $24: Broccoli crown, sun-dried tomato pesto Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $20: Locally made burrata, mixed greens, EVOO, Spiga's balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs (5 pieces) - $15: Choice of Sausage & Peppers, Eggplant Parmigiana, Chicken Parmigiana, or Beef Classic Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza & Panini
- Margherita Pizza - $18: Mozzarella, San Marzano Tomatoes, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli e Salsiccia Pizza - $20: Mozzarella, broccoli rabe, sweet Italian sausage Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parma Prosciutto Pizza - $20: Mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, Prosciutto di Parma aged 24 months, Parmigiano Reggiano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italiano Panini - $20: Mortadella, salame, prosciutto cotto, lettuce, tomatoes, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Cavatelli Broccoli & Sausage - $29: House handcrafted curved edge pasta, spicy sausage, broccoli garlic & extra virgin olive oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $28: House hand-crafted spaghetti, guanciale & pancetta, egg yolk, pecorino Romano, Parmigiano Reggiano Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Bolognese - $32: House hand-crafted potato dumpling, three meats ragù (pork, veal and beef), tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna di Carne - $34: Layers of hand-crafted pasta sheets, three-meat ragu', mozzarella, Parmigiana Reggiano, béchamel, tomato sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frutti di Mare - $44: House hand-crafted spaghetti, lobster tail, mussels, clams, shrimp, light fra-diavolo sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushrooms and Truffle Risotto - $32: Porcini mushrooms, black truffle crema, Parmigiano Reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Under the Brick - $32: Wood oven roasted chicken, roasted potatoes and assorted vegetables Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $34: Pounded, breaded chicken cutlet, artisanal pasta, fresh mozzarella, San Marzano tomato basil sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- NY Strip Bistecca - $49: 12oz USDA prime boneless NY strip steak, roasted potatoes, assorted vegetables Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Ossobuco - $49: Slow-braised in Barolo wine, saffron risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Branzino al Cartoccio - $39: Wood oven roasted branzino, assorted vegetables, arugula salad Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Roasted Potatoes - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Crown - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Vegetables - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Spiga
- Is Spiga dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Spiga has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including NY Strip Bistecca, Broccoli Crown and Assorted Vegetables.
- What can I eat at Spiga on a dairy-free diet?
- NY Strip Bistecca, Broccoli Crown and Assorted Vegetables carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Spiga have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Broccoli Crown and Pasta and Fagioli.
- Is Spiga gluten-free?
- 5 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 Spiga?
- Frutti di Mare, at roughly 71.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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