ABOUT US
ABOUT US
Citrus is a symbol of luxury and hospitality in southern Italy, particularly in Sicily from where the Cicala family emigrated. It is also a dedication to Joe Cicala’s great-grandmother, Clementina. The snake represents Angizia, the pagan snake goddess of the Marsi tribe who inhabited Angela Cicala’s familiar region of Abruzzo.
We are proud to serve authentic family recipes, rooted in the folklore and traditions of Italy’s southern regions.
Benvenuti e buon appettio!
We are a southern Italian restaurant located inside the historic Divine Lorraine Hotel on North Broad Street, in Philadelphia, where husband and wife chefs Joe and Angela Cicala, bring you the region’s most authentic Italian dining experience which focuses on seasonality, sustainability, and most importantly, simplicity.
Citrus is a symbol of luxury and hospitality in southern Italy, particularly in Sicily from where the Cicala family emigrated. It is also a dedication to Joe Cicala’s great-grandmother, Clementina. The snake represents Angizia, the pagan snake goddess of the Marsi tribe who inhabited Angela Cicala’s familiar region of Abruzzo.
We are proud to serve authentic family recipes, rooted in the folklore and traditions of Italy’s southern regions.
Benvenuti e buon appettio!
We are a southern Italian restaurant located inside the historic Divine Lorraine Hotel on North Broad Street, in Philadelphia, where husband and wife chefs Joe and Angela Cicala, bring you the region’s most authentic Italian dining experience which focuses on seasonality, sustainability, and most importantly, simplicity.
PRIVATE DINING AT CICALA
Authentic, Southern Italian Cuisine in a luxurious and historic space.
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Cicala is available to host a variety of events from cocktail parties to formal occasions. We offer a number of options for your special event and our dedicated staff ensures that every detail will be attended to. Our romantic dining room features 7 chandeliers, historic exposed brick walls, an antique, hand-carved Italian wood bar, wine room, and an intimate lounge area.
This opulent space is available for exclusive use for parties of up to125 guests, and for smaller groups of up to 35, elegant drapery allows for a semi-private dining experience. Our outside patio, (available seasonally), is also available for parties and can seat 50 for a sit down dinner and more for stand up receptions.
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We offer a variety of dining options for large parties including 3 and 4 course menus, as well as family style dining.
Any party exceeding 10 guests is considered a large party.
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TO BOOK AN EVENT OR TO SCHEDULE A VISIT TO OUR PROPERTY
EMAIL: ANGELA@CICALARESTAURANT.COM
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COCKTAIL RECEPTIONS
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We offer two types of cocktail receptions which are perfect to add on to any event, along with a variety of beverage packages.
“Aperitivo” is how Italians do happy hour in Italy, and consists of small bites called “stuzzichini”, and cocktails.
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APERITIVO AT THE BAR
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Our bar area will be reserved exclusively for your guests with predetermined beverage package. Choice of stuzzichini, served on the bar buffet style. Great for a casual event or pre-dinner cocktail hour.
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$35.00 PER PERSON/PER 2 HOURS
Choice of 4 stuzzichini
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BUTLERED STUZZICHINI
$35.00 PER PERSON/2 HOURS
Choice of 4 stuzzichini
MINIMUM 15 PEOPLE.
MUST INCLUDE A BAR PACKAGE OR MEET A MINIMUM IN BEVERAGE SALES.
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*Available for 1 hour at $20 per person only if followed by a seated dinner.
* Denotes vegetarian dish
Olive Ascolana
Breaded and fried stuffed olives, filled with pork,
chicken & mortadella
Scampi
Shrimp sauteed in garlic, extra virgin olive oil, toasted almonds, breadcrumbs
*Bruschetta al pomodoro
Classic bruschetta. Tomato, basil, garlic,
red onion, extra virgin olive oil
Arrosticini
Skewers of grilled baby lamb cooked over coals with rosemary
*Polpette di pane
Fried “meatless meatballs” of bread, egg, parsley, pecorino cheese, San Marzano tomatoes D.O.P.
STUZZICHINI MENU
*Arancini Siciliani
Arborio rice, saffron, peas, tomato, mozzarella
Tuna Crudo
Bruschetta, Sicilian pistachios
*Caprese Skewer
Mozzarella, cherry tomato, basil, extra virgin olive oil
White Anchovy Crostino
Capers, lemon, extra virgin olive oil
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*Eggplant Involtini
Fried strips of eggplant, filled with ricotta, basil, Parmigiano, San Marzano tomatoes D.O.P.
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Grilled Octopus
Heirloom bean salad
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3-COURSE MENU $85 per person
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Includes Antipasto, Primi, & Secondi
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4-COURSE MENU $95 per person
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Includes Antipasto, Primi, & Secondi, Dolci
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Menus are also available to be served family style. Please Inquire.
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ANTIPASTO
(For The Table)
Affettato Misto
Assortment of house-cured salumi and traditional
southern Italian antipasti
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PRIMI
(Choose 2 to be offered. Guest will choose tableside)
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Ravioli alla Primavera
Sheep’s milk ricotta filled ravioli, spring vegetable ragu of fava beans,
English peas, and ramps, mint, pecorino cheese
Tagliatelle al Bolognese
Thin “ribbon-shaped” pasta, slow cooked beef ragu , Parmigiano Reggiano
Risotto al Limone (*Gluten Free)
Arborio risotto, Gulf Coast shrimp, lemon (Vegetarian option: Asparagus in place of shrimp)
Penne Arrabiata
Penne pasta, spicy San Marzano tomato sauce, basil, Parmigiano Reggiano
Trofie al Pesto Genovese
Short twisted pasta, basil pesto, Yukon Gold potatoes, string beans
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SECONDI
(Choose 2 to be offered. Guest will choose tableside.)
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Brasato al Barolo
Beef shortrib braised in Barolo wine, baby vegetables, polenta, chestnut jus
Orata in Aqua Pazza
Mediterranean Sea Bass, Piennolo del Vesuvio tomatoes DOP, capers, olives,
white wine, extra virgin olive oil, parsley
Tagliata
Grilled NY Strip steak, arugula, shaved Parmigiana, cherry tomatoes
Eggplant Parmigiana *(Vegetarian Option)
Baked eggplant, buffalo mozzarella, basil, San Marzano tomatoes DOP
Polla alla Casalinga
Roasted local Amish chicken, carrot, potato, red onion, rosemary jus
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DOLCI
(For the Table)
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La Piccola Pasticceria “The Little Pastry Shop”
Assortment of mini Italian pastries, cannoli, cakes and cookies
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TRADITIONAL NEAPOLITAN FAMILY STYLE "SUNDAY DINNER"
FULL MENU $75 per person
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Antipasto Misto
Assortment of house-cured salumi and traditional southern Italian antipasti
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Primo e Secondo
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Ziti al Ragu Napoletana
Ziti with a traditional Neapolitan ragu of pork ribs,
meatballs, & sausage
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Dolci
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Baba au Rhum & Biscotti
Mini rum-soaked Neapolitan brioche, Chantilly cream,
Amarena cherry, Assorted Italian cookies
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HOT & COLD SPECIALTY STATIONS
PASTA STATION
$45 pp (choose 2)
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Gnocchi Sorrentina,
tomato, basil, smoked mozzarella
Gnocchi or Ravioli al Cacio Pepe
Parmigiano cheese, black pepper
Agnolotti
Porchetta filled agnolotti, brown butter,
Sage, crushed amaretti cookie
Ravioli al Pesto
basil, garlic, pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil
Ravioli al Pomodoro
tomato, basil, garlic
PORCHETTA STATION $45 pp
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Hand-carved porchetta with broccoli rabe and roasted long hot peppers
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SALUMI STATION $55 pp
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House cured and imported Italian charcuterie cut on our hand-cranked Berkel slicer. Assorted cheese breads, and jams.
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MINIATURE PANINI STATION $35 pp, 2 hours of service
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Assorted bite-sized sandwiches on our house- made focaccia bread.
(menu subject to seasonal changes)
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Mortadella, Stracciatella cheese, toasted pistachios
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Grilled marinated vegetables, chickpea spread
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Nduja (soft, spicy Calabrian salami), caramelized red onion,
provolone cheese
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Fried octopus, arugula salsa verde
RAW BAR $125 pp
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Assortment of chilled oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp cocktail, crudo, crab legs and lobster salad
FAMILY STYLE PIZZA MENU
$65 per person
(Available on our patio only, for parties
of 11 guests or more.)
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FOR THE TABLE​
SEASONAL SUMMER SALAD
Baby arugula, cherry tomatoes, shaved pecorino,
lemon vinaigrette
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SOUTHERN ITALIAN ANTIPASTI
Assortment of house-cured salumi,
cheese, and sott' olio items​
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WOOD-FIRED NEAPOLITAN PIZZA
Assortment of 4 different pizzas served
family style for the table.
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MARGHERITA
San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte mozzarella,
basil, extra virgin olive oil
STELLA
Ricotta-stuffed crust, San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella,
house-made pork sausage, basil
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DIAVOLA
San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte mozzarella,
salami picante, Calabrese chili peppers
AMALFITANA
Mozzarella di bufala, Sorrento lemons, basil,
extra virgin olive oil
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DESSERT ​
GELATO & BISCOTTI
Chef's selection of seasonal gelato served with
our homemade biscotti
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*Menu subject to change due to seasonal items.
Vegetarian options available. Please inquire.
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AFTER-PARTY PIZZA $45 pp
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Continue the party with pizza!
2 hours of Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas served on our
outdoor patio or indoor dining room.
Menu available upon request.
(Please note our latest timeframe is10pm -12 midnight.
Available seasonally only)
SWEETS STATION $15 pp
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Assortment of traditional mini
Italian pastries, cookies, and confections.
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CREATE YOUR
OWN CANNOLI $20 pp
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An interactive and fun addition to your event!
Guests can choose from 3 types of sweet ricotta, and a variety of toppings.
We will fill them fresh to order.
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BEVERAGE PACKAGES
$55 per person
INCLUDES OPEN BAR FOR 2 HOURS
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1 house red wine, 1 house white wine (Sommelier's choice)
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2 types craft beer
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Call spirit cocktails (Smirnoff vodka, Gordon's gin, Bacardi rum, Old Granddad bourbon,
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Ezrabrooks rye, Casamigos tequila.
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Non-alcoholic beverages
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Package may be extended at $20 per person for each additional hour
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$75 per person
INCLUDES OPEN BAR FOR 3 HOURS
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1 premium red wine, 1 premium white wine, (Sommelier's choice.)
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2 types of craft beer
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Top shelf cocktails Grey Goose vodka, Bullet bourbon, Bluecoat gin, Espolon or Codigo tequila, Smith & Cross rum, Dickel rye
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Non-alcoholic beverages
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Package may be extended at $30 per person for each additional hour
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KID'S MOCKTAIL PARTIES
$20 PP MOCKTAILS ONLY,
ADD 6 TYPES OF STUZZICHINI FOR ADDITIONAL $15 PP
Give the kids a cocktail party of their own with passed finger foods and cool mocktails.
MOCKTAILS
(non-alcoholic)
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The Beach Bear
Sparkling apple cider, colored sugar rim,
gummy bears, paper umbrella
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Frozen Farmer
Strawberry sorbet, San Pellegrino Italian orange soda,
fresh berries, fresh basil
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Space Invader
Grenadine, blue curacao syrup,
lime simple syrup,
lemonade, rock candy stick
Edible Clouds
Raspberry sparkling water, cranberry juice, cotton candy
STUZZICHINI
Mozzarella In Carrozza
fried buffalo mozzarella
Polpette
mini meatballs
(pork can be substituted or left out)
Pizza Fritte
fried pizza dough, marina, basil
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Pigs In A Blanket
beef hotdogs wrapped in puff pastry
Zeppulelle di Zucca
fried zucchini bites
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Pinzimonio
crudite of raw vegetables with dipping sauce
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Mini Sliders
mini beef hamburgers
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Gnocchi
potato gnocchi, marinara, parmigiana
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Pollo Fritte
fried chicken parmigiana strips
Caprese
fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil skewers
Focaccia Pizzette
house made focaccia bites with assorted toppings
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