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Ciao Italia - Leuven, Mathieu de Layensplein

Mathieu de Layensplein 2, 3000 Leuven

Closed now · opens 12:00

Italianpizzeria€€€€
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Menu

Source: the restaurant's website, read on 7 September 2026. Prices and dishes may have changed since.

Calories and carbohydrates are estimates by an AI model based on this menu, made on 11 September 2026, for a typical portion. They are not medical advice and do not replace what the kitchen can tell you. "Diabetes-friendly" means: modest carbohydrates for the course, little sugar and no fast-absorbing base such as fries, white bread or white rice.

Cold Antipasti
Bruschettavegetarian
13.00
Crispy bread with fresh tomatoes, basil, olive oil, garlic and Italian herbs
estimate≈ 280 kcal32 g carbs
Antipasto all’Italiana
26.00
Fine cold cuts with cheese and vegetables
estimate≈ 450 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 66
Carpaccio
21.00
Thinly sliced beef tenderloin, marinated with herb oil, Parmesan curls and arugula
estimate≈ 320 kcal6 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 67
Insalata di Terravegetarian
17.00
Arugula, artichoke, tomatoes and olives
estimate≈ 250 kcal10 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 66
Warm Antipasti
Funghetti del Nonnovegetarian
17.00
Gratinated mushrooms in herb butter with tomato and mozzarella
estimate≈ 310 kcal8 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 66
Funghetti Strombolivegetarian
17.00
Gratinated mushrooms in garlic butter with spicy paprika sauce
estimate≈ 330 kcal10 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 66
Cozze Parigine
24.00
Mussels with tomato sauce and garlic butter, gratinated with mozzarella
estimate≈ 380 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 69
Scampi all’Aglio
24.00
Scampi in garlic butter
estimate≈ 320 kcal4 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 67
Scampi Limoncello
25.00
Scampi in limoncello sauce
estimate≈ 360 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendly
Vegetarian Main Courses
Cannelloni Ricotta & Spinacivegetarian
20.00
Gratinated pasta rolls with ricotta and spinach in tomato cream sauce
estimate≈ 680 kcal55 g carbsbalanced 73
Parmigiana di Melanzanevegetarian
21.00
PARIMIGIANA DI MELANZANE — Gratinated eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and Parmesan, served with pasta
estimate≈ 750 kcal65 g carbsbalanced 70
Pasta della Signoravegetarian
20.00
Fresh pasta with eggplant, paprika, spinach and mushrooms in tomato sauce
estimate≈ 620 kcal70 g carbsbalanced 75
Panzerotti ai Funghi Porcinivegetarian
21.00
Fresh pasta with Italian porcini mushrooms in herb sauce
estimate≈ 650 kcal68 g carbsbalanced 75
Gnocchi con Verdurevegetarian
20.00
Gnocchi with vegetables
estimate≈ 580 kcal62 g carbsbalanced 69
Gnocchi Quattro Formaggivegetarian
20.00
Gnocchi with 4 types of cheese
estimate≈ 720 kcal58 g carbsbalanced 65
Pasta alla Normavegetarian
20.00
Fresh pasta with eggplant, tomato sauce, basil and Grana Padano
estimate≈ 610 kcal68 g carbsbalanced 75
Fish Main Courses
Scampi Ciao Italia
25.00
Scampi with Italian herbs and cream
estimate≈ 520 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 71
Scampi Stromboli
26.00
Scampi with spicy paprika sauce
estimate≈ 480 kcal15 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74
Scampi dello Chef
27.00
Scampi and mussels in seasoned tomato sauce
estimate≈ 460 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74
Pasta ai Gamberoni
29.00
Fresh pasta with tiger prawns, fresh tomatoes and Italian herbs
estimate≈ 640 kcal65 g carbsbalanced 85
Tris di Pesce
34.00
Trio of scampi with spicy paprika sauce, scampi with mussels and Mediterranean prawns
estimate≈ 420 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 71
Pasta ai Frutti di Mare
32.00
Fresh pasta with seafood: scampi, mussels (seasonal) and prawns
estimate≈ 680 kcal65 g carbsbalanced 73
Meat Main Courses
Lasagne di Patate
19.00
Potato lasagna, Italian sausage, cream, mozzarella, Parmigiano, oven-gratinated
estimate≈ 750 kcal45 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 73
Scaloppina Ciao Italia
23.00
Escalope with mushrooms, mozzarella and tomato cream sauce, gratinated
estimate≈ 580 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74
Scaloppina alla Norma
23.00
Escalope with eggplant, mozzarella, basil, tomato sauce, gratinated
estimate≈ 520 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78
Scaloppina Pizzaiola
22.00
Escalope with tomato sauce, garlic and capers
estimate≈ 480 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74
Pasta alla Banfi
21.00
Fresh pasta with minced meat in tomato cream sauce
estimate≈ 650 kcal60 g carbsbalanced 67
Pasta Speciale
21.00
Fresh pasta with olives, Italian sausage, mushrooms and spinach in tomato sauce
estimate≈ 620 kcal58 g carbsbalanced 71
Ossobuco
29.00
Veal shank with fresh vegetables and tomato sauce
estimate≈ 450 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78
Pasta al Tartufo
23.00
Fresh pasta with truffle sauce, cream and bacon
estimate≈ 720 kcal55 g carbs
Pasta alla Boscaiola
22.00
Fresh pasta with peas, mushrooms and pancetta
estimate≈ 640 kcal58 g carbsbalanced 65
Involtino di Carne
24.00
Rolled meat with eggplant, gorgonzola, coppa in tomato sauce
estimate≈ 550 kcal16 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78
Pizzas
Pizza Margheritavegetarian
14.00
Tomatoes and mozzarella
estimate≈ 800 kcal90 g carbsbalanced 65
Pizza Salami
18.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella and salami
estimate≈ 900 kcal88 g carbs
Pizza Malandrina
19.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, onion, olives, Italian sausage and truffle oil
estimate≈ 950 kcal92 g carbs
Pizza Braccio di Ferro
19.00
Tomato, mozzarella, spinach, spicy peppers and Italian sausage
estimate≈ 920 kcal88 g carbs
Pizza Quattro Formaggivegetarian
19.00
Tomatoes and 4 types of cheese
estimate≈ 1000 kcal85 g carbs
Pizza Leone
19.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, mushrooms, paprika, salami and garlic
estimate≈ 940 kcal90 g carbs
Pizza Marlon
19.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, tuna and onion
estimate≈ 880 kcal88 g carbs
Pizza Coppa
19.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, coppa (Italian cured meat), gorgonzola and eggplant
estimate≈ 960 kcal88 g carbs
Pizza Quattro Stagioni
19.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, olives and artichoke
estimate≈ 850 kcal82 g carbsbalanced 67
Pizza Peppe
20.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, bacon, salami, ham and special Italian sausage
estimate≈ 1050 kcal80 g carbs
Pizza San Michelesevegetarian
20.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, eggplant, bell pepper, spinach and mushrooms
estimate≈ 780 kcal85 g carbsbalanced 81
Calzone Fantasia
20.00
Double-folded pizza with ingredients of your choice
estimate≈ 950 kcal95 g carbsbalanced 69
Pizza Pescatore
21.00
Tomatoes, mozzarella, scampi, mussels and prawns
estimate≈ 880 kcal82 g carbsbalanced 72
Pizza Reale
21.00
Tomatoes, Italian sausage, mozzarella, pancetta, fried potatoes and olives
estimate≈ 1100 kcal88 g carbs
Classic Menu
Menù Classico
45.00
Starter (Carpaccio, Funghetti Gratinati, Scampi al Limoncello), Main (Ossobuco, Scampi Ciao Italia, Scaloppi)
estimate≈ 1600 kcal140 g carbsheavy 31
Fish Main Courses
Calamari Siciliani
29.00
Squid with capers, olives and sun-dried tomatoes in tomato sauce
estimate≈ 450 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78
Pesce Pepato
36.00
Squid, scampi and mussels in tomato sauce with fresh pepper
estimate≈ 520 kcal25 g carbsbalanced 84
Gamberoni Mediterranei
38.00
Prawns with cherry tomatoes and onion, flambéed with Prosecco
estimate≈ 480 kcal20 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 80
Special Main Courses
Parmigiana di Melanzanevegetarian
25.00
Gratinated eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and Parmigiano, served with pasta
estimate≈ 850 kcal75 g carbs
Meat Main Courses
Salsiccia alla Diavola
26.00
Spiced Italian sausage with olives and carrots in tomato sauce
estimate≈ 620 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78
Scaloppina Cacio e Pepe
26.00
Escalope with Grana Padano cheese and fresh black pepper
estimate≈ 580 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 71
Lonza con Piselli e Funghi
28.00
Pork loin with peas and mushrooms in bouillon sauce
estimate≈ 550 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78
Scaloppina al Tartufo
28.00
Escalope with truffle sauce and mushrooms
estimate≈ 610 kcal15 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74
Pasta Main Courses
Pasta Cacio e Pepevegetarian
23.00
Fresh pasta with Grana Padano cheese and fresh black pepper
estimate≈ 720 kcal65 g carbs
Pasta al Finocchietto
24.00
Fresh pasta with sausage, fennel herb and toasted breadcrumbs in tomato sauce
estimate≈ 820 kcal72 g carbsbalanced 68
Cuori Ciao Italiavegetarian
26.00
Fresh heart-shaped pasta filled with mozzarella - with arugula, cherry tomatoes and Sicilian cheese
estimate≈ 780 kcal68 g carbs

Is this menu still right?

78veggie
scoreestimate

Italian cuisine with vegetarian options

How well a vegetarian eats here, read from the menu. Not a review score.

There is a dedicated vegetarian section with dishes like cannelloni ricotta & spinaci and parmigiana di melanzane. The menu also offers pizza san michelese and pasta cacio e pepe.

17 vegetarian and 0 vegan dishes out of 58

80dia
scoreestimate

Low-carb Italian main courses

How well someone with diabetes eats here, from the menu and estimated carbohydrates. Not medical advice.

This restaurant offers many protein-based main courses without pasta or pizza. The meat and fish dishes generally have a low glycemic index.

24 diabetes-friendly · 58 dishes

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Address
Mathieu de Layensplein 2, 3000 Leuven
Hours
Monclosed
Tue12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00
Wed12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00
Thuclosed
Fri12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00
Sat12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00
Sun12:00–14:00, 18:00–22:00
Contact
+3216233494 info@restaurant-ciaoitalia.be
Sources
Overture Maps Places (CDLA-Permissive 2.0), restaurant-ciaoitalia.be/
Record
completeness 83 %, confidence 85 %

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