Joca Ristorante e Tapas Bar Menu Overview Naples Italy 2025 Culinary Journey

starters

• Melanzana – A delicate eggplant dish paired with almond tzatziki, balancing creamy textures with subtle nutty notes.
• Calamaro primavera – Tender calamari served with sautéed vegetables, white shrimp, peanuts, and a hint of mustard for a refreshing yet complex starter.
• Animella – Veal sweetbread complemented by baby artichokes, anchovy sauce, lupini bean mayonnaise, and a touch of caviar for a luxurious twist.
• Ostrica – Fresh oyster with escarole “per’ e muss”, shallot sauce, and creamy buffalo blue cheese to evoke the sea’s freshness with creamy richness.
• Mazzancolle – Succulent prawns served alongside “pizza e minestra” style accompaniments with a savory broth of prosciutto and lemon.

mains

• Linguina e scorfano – Linguine pasta paired with scorpion fish, pepper juice, and black olives for a harmonious oceanic delight.
• Cavatelli e seppia – Handcrafted cavatelli pasta with cuttlefish, mullet bottarga, zucchini, and edible flowers, delivering a fresh and aromatic plate.
• Tagliatella – Egg tagliatelle combined with red prawns, asparagus, and lemon balm, creating a vibrant and delicate flavor profile.
• Ravioli di faraona – Guinea fowl ravioli with mushrooms, goat cheese, black garlic, and torzelle greens for a robust and earthy main course.
• Ricciola – Amberjack served with a clever faux cocktail sauce and fresh vegetables, balancing sharp and soothing tastes.
• Baccalà in saor – Fried salted cod with sour onions, raisins, pine nuts, tarragon, and a pilpil sauce that perfectly blends sweet and tangy notes.
• Agnello – Roasted lamb leg and shank skewer served with zucchini, showcasing rustic flavors elevated by refined technique.
• Piccione – Roasted pigeon paired with strawberries, carrots, and horseradish, a daring dish that fuses bold and fresh flavors.
• Palettella – Sliced shoulder cap of beef with Jerusalem artichoke and anchovy sauce, a hearty option that balances umami with earthy undertones.

desserts

• Formaggio – A curated selection of fine cheeses, offering a perfect balance to end your meal with subtle and rich flavors.

drinks and specials

• Tapas Specials – Small shared plates like Baccalà Mantecato and Rabbit that offer a delightful start or accompaniment to your meal, showcasing Joca’s creativity and flavor mastery.