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.
WEDDINGS AT CICALA
What’s Included?
Four-Hour Deluxe Bar
Prosecco Toast
Selection of 1 Cocktail Hour Station
Selection of Six Butler Passed Hors d’oeuvres
Three-course Dinner with Entrée Selection Tableside
$225.00 per person
(exclusive of taxes & service charges)
Make your big day a part of Philadelphia's history when you host your wedding at
Cicala Restaurant, located in the landmark Divine Lorraine Hotel.
Start with a ceremony al fresco on our ample outdoor patio or in the historic hotel lobby, and then wow your guests with classic, southern Italian cuisine and signature cocktails in our lavish dining room.
Our dining room has been home to many special occasions throughout the building's history since its construction in 1892 and was considered one of the most elegant hotels in Philadelphia in its heyday. It features seven sparkling chandeliers, an antique bar handcrafted in Italy, and plush velvet booths. We would be honored to host your special day, and our attentive and experienced staff will ensure your event will be perfectly tailored to your vision from start to finish.
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BUTLERED HORS D’OEUVRES
SELECT SIX
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Olive Ascolana
Breaded and fried stuffed olives, filled with pork,
chicken & mortadella
Scampi
Shrimp sauteed in garlic, extra virgin olive oil,
toasted almonds, breadcrumbs
Arrosticini
Skewers of grilled baby lamb cooked over coals with rosemary
*Pallotte di Cacio e Uova
Fried “meatless meatballs” of bread, egg, parsley, pecorino cheese, San Marzano tomatoes D.O.P.
*Eggplant Involtini
Fried strips of eggplant, filled with ricotta, basil, parmigiano, San Marzano tomatoes D.O.P.
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Classic Bruschetta
Tomato, basil, red onion, garlic, extra virgin olive oil
Tuna Crudo
Bruschetta, Sicilian pistachios
*Arancini Siciliani
Aborio rice, saffron, peas, tomato, mozzarella
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*Caprese Skewer
Mozzarella, cherry tomato, basil, extra virgin olive oil
White Anchovy Crostino
Capers, lemon, extra virgin olive oil
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Grilled Octopus
Heirloom bean salad
Mortadella Spiedino
Mortadella skewer slightly charred,
with salsa verde
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*Vegetarian
COCKTAIL HOUR STATIONS
SELECT ONE
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MOZZARELLA BAR
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Assorted fresh cheeses and accompaniments.
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Mozzarella, burrata, and ricotta
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Cherry tomato and basil salad
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Basil pesto, Eggplant caponata
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Roasted marinated bell peppers
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Extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar
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House-made rustic breads, focaccia, olive oil crackers
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GRILLED & SOTT’OLIO STATION
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Assorted marinated olives
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Grilled marinated zucchini
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Eggplant oreganata
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Roasted and marinated bell peppers
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Marinated wild mushrooms
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House-made rustic breads, focaccia, olive oil crackers
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SALUMI & CHEESE STATION
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Chef’s selection of artisanal Italian charcuterie. (Capocollo prosciutto, & salami)
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Crumbled Parmigiano Reggiano
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Ciliegine mozzarella marinated in extra virgin olive oil, red pepper flake, oregano
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Sliced imported pecorino
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Marinated olives, artichokes, & giardiniera
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House-made rustic breads, focaccia, olive oil crackers
ENHANCE YOUR COCKTAIL HOUR
RISOTTO ACTION STATION $18 pp *GLUTEN FREE.
Risotto cooked to order in the following styles.
Select 1
Wild mushroom risotto
Basil pesto risotto
Sausage lemon risotto
Frutti di mare risotto
PASTA STATION. $20 pp
Select 1 Pasta: Potato Gnocchi, Ricotta Filled Ravioli, or Garganelli
Select 1 Sauce: Classic Tomato & Basil, Basil pesto, Bolognese
POLENTA STATION *GLUTEN FREE. $17 pp
Slow cooked polenta with guest’s choice of topping.
Mushroom Marsala Ragu
Pork Sausage Tomato Ragu
Classic San Marzano Tomato & Basil sauce
Grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
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CULATELLO STATION. $20 pp
18-month aged Culatello di Zibello DOP sliced to order, on our vintage-style fly wheel slicer.
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RAW BAR $25 pp
Jumbo shrimp cocktail, oysters on the half-shell, Stone crab claws, tuna tartar, Branzino ceviche.
*****CHEF ATTENDANT FEE PER STATION OF $150 PER 50 GUESTS.
DINNER MENU SELECTIONS
SALAD (SELECT 1)
Insalata Rucola
Arugula and baby artichoke salad, lemon vinaigrette and shaved parmigiano
Caesar salad
Romaine, garlic focaccia croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, anchovies
Insalata della Nonna
Mixed green salad, cherry tomatoes, shaved carrots, sliced cucumber, oregano, red wine vinaigrette
Radicchio Salad
Assorted radicchio and bitter greens, sliced apples, camndied walnuts, crumbled Gorgonzola, walnut vinaigrette
PASTA (SELECT 1)
Potato gnocchi
Bolognese sauce (vegetarian option available)
Seasonal Vegetable Risotto
Ricotta filled Tortelli brown butter-sage sauce
Orecchiette
broccoli rabe, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, red pepper flake
SECONDO (SELECT 2 FOR TABLESIDE SELECTION)
Primitivo Braised Short Rib
potato puree, glazed baby carrots
Chicken alla Casalinga
Roasted half chicken, carrrots, red onion, Yukon Gold potatoes, rosemary, extra-virgin olive oil
Mediterranean Sea Bass Filet in Aqua Pazza
Garlic, capers, olives, cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, white wine, couscous
VEGETARIAN ENTREE AVAILBLE UPON REQUEST
DESSERT (Select 1)
Babamisu
Neapolitan rum-soaked pastry, tiramisu cream, crispy phyllo
Torta al Cioccolato
Flourless chocolate cake, dark chocolate espresso sauce, almond gelato, toasted almonds
We are happy to accommodate dietary restrictions. Please alert us in advance if possible.
ENHANCE YOUR DESSERT
CANNOLI BAR ACTION STATION. $15 pp
Our house-made cannoli shells filled to order with guest’s choice of cannoli cream and toppings.
Cannoli Creams: Traditional Sicilian sweet ricotta, Almond Ricotta, and Espresso Ricotta
Toppings: Toasted almonds, pistachios, chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, maraschino cherries, powdered sugar,
chocolate covered espresso beans
LA PICCOLA PASTICCERIA FOR THE TABLE $25 pp
(ALSO AVAILABLE AS BUTLERED DESSERT)
An assortment of mini, Italian pastries and cookies including: Tiramisu cups, mini baba, mini cannoli, biscotti,
Nutella cigars, chocolate truffles, almond cookies, ricotta cookies, seasonal mini tarts and cakes.
GELATO & SORBETTI BAR. $15 pp
Chef’s choice of 4 flavors of our signature gelato or sorbet with assorted toppings and olive oil citrus biscotti.
Sorbetti flavors vary by season. Please inquire for flavors available for your event date.
BAR PACKAGE
4-HOUR DELUXE OPEN BAR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
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1 Premium Sommelier Selected Red Wine
1 Premium Sommelier Selected White Wine
2 Types Craft Beer. Imported Italian Birra Lucana & Neshaminy Creek
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TOP SHELF COCKTAILS
(Grey Goose Vodka, Bullet bourbon, Bluecoat gin, Smith & Cross rum, Dickel rye, Espolon or Codigo tequila)
Non-alcoholic soft drinks, iced tea, water, juice, coffee, and tea.
ENHANCE YOUR BAR PACKAGE
AMARI BAR $25 pp
Our Amaro collection is one of the largest in the city, with
many rare bottles in house. Tasting of 6 types of amari.
AFTER DINNER DRINKS & CORDIALS
(PRICE BASED UPON CONSUMPTION )
BRIDE & GROOM SIGNATURE WELCOME DRINKS
Create your own signature cocktail and fun garnishes for
your guests to enjoy on your special day. Pricing dependent
upon chosen alcohols and ingredients.
WINE & DINE
Cicala Restaurant has received for the second year in a row,
Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. If you are interested
in a particular wine from our portfolio, please let us know in
advance. Our sommelier will be happy to assist you with
wine pairings to suit your menu.
Please contact Dawn at dawn@cicalarestaurant.com for further details
and assistance in creating your wedding day.
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Cicala At The Divine Lorraine
699 N. Broad St. Philadelphia PA
(267) 886-9334