What to Order at 170 Grammi - Roman Pizza Guide

Carbonara-inspired pizza with a white base, topped with Pecorino Romano, guanciale, free-range egg yolk, and black pepper

First time at 170 Grammi? You’re in for a Roman-style pizza experience that’s crisp, structured and built for sharing.

On paper, the menu looks familiar: pizza, pasta, antipasti, desserts. But the way it eats is distinctly Roman. This isn’t a soft, foldable slice situation. Roman pizza is designed to hold its shape, keep flavours clear, and stay light enough that you can order with variety (which is exactly how it’s meant to be enjoyed).

This guide walks you through what to order at 170 Grammi in Surry Hills, from your first bite to your last slice—so you can build a table that feels balanced, generous and very hard to stop picking at.

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Start with the Roman foundations (so your order makes sense)

Before you choose toppings, it helps to understand the base. Roman pizza is all about structure and crunch—a thin, round format that stays crisp and holds toppings cleanly.

What that means for you as a diner is simple: Roman pizza rewards variety. Instead of ordering one pizza each and eating in silos, you’ll have a better experience ordering a few pizzas across the table and sharing slices. The texture stays intact, flavours stay distinct, and you get to explore more of what makes Roman pizza special.

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If it’s your first visit, start here

If you only have one night and you want the “this is what 170 Grammi is about” experience, start with a Roman classic that showcases the crisp base and signature flavour style.

1) The Carbonara pizza (Roman comfort, pizza form)

Carbonara is one of Rome’s most iconic flavours—and on a crisp Roman base, it becomes something genuinely memorable. Expect a combination of rich, savoury elements that still feels balanced because the base stays structured and clean.

If you’re torn between “safe” and “bold”, this is the sweet spot: a Roman favourite that feels instantly satisfying, especially for a first visit.

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2) A classic Roman combination (simple, bold, restrained)

Roman toppings are often deceptively simple—fewer ingredients, clearer flavour. That restraint is the point. On a crisp base, you taste everything more sharply: tomato feels brighter, cured meats feel saltier, cheese finishes feel more pronounced.

If you’re ordering for your first time, include at least one pizza that’s classic in style. It’s the best way to understand how Roman pizza is meant to taste: clean, crisp, and defined from first bite to last.

The best ordering rule: get more than one pizza

This is the move that changes the whole night: order more than one pizza and share.

Unlike softer styles where one pizza can dominate the table, Roman pizza’s crisp structure makes it ideal for mixing flavours. Slices hold their shape, toppings don’t slide, and you can try a richer pizza next to a lighter one without the meal feeling heavy.

As a general approach, two to three pizzas across a table creates the best variety and the most “Roman” experience. Add antipasti, and you’ll have a meal that unfolds naturally rather than landing all at once.

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How to build a balanced table (the Roman way)

A strong order isn’t just pizza—it’s rhythm. Roman dining culture leans into balance: something fresh, something rich, something crisp, something simple. When you build your order around that idea, the meal feels effortless.

Step 1: Start with antipasti to set the pace

Antipasti does two things: it gets something on the table while everyone arrives and settles in, and it sets your group into sharing mode straight away. It’s also the easiest way to add contrast—salty, fresh, crunchy, bright—before you move into pizzas.

If you’re dining as a couple, antipasti makes the meal feel more like a proper night out. If you’re dining with friends, it keeps the table lively from the start.

Step 2: Mix one rich pizza with one lighter pizza

Roman pizza is at its best when you balance flavours across the table. A rich option (like a carbonara-style profile or a pork-forward Roman favourite) is incredible—especially when it’s paired with something lighter or more vegetable-led alongside it.

That mix keeps each slice exciting. It also means you don’t hit the “too heavy too early” wall, because every second slice refreshes the palate.

Step 3: Let one pizza be the “clean classic”

Even if your table loves bold flavours, include one classic pizza choice. It gives your order clarity, and it’s often the pizza that everyone quietly keeps going back for between conversations.

Think of it as your anchor: the slice that resets everything so the next bold bite tastes even better.

Ordering for different occasions

What you order can shift depending on why you’re here. Here are a few simple ways to tailor your choices without overthinking it.

If you’re here for a quick catch-up

Go straight for one classic pizza and one Roman favourite. Keep it crisp, fast and satisfying. Roman pizza’s structure makes it perfect for a shorter meal—you can share, try two styles, and still feel like you got the full experience.

If it’s date night

Build it in stages: share antipasti, then two pizzas with contrast—one classic and one richer option. Finish with something sweet if you’ve got the time (Roman dining doesn’t rush dessert, and neither should you).

If it’s a group dinner

Roman pizza is made for this. Order a few pizzas, mix light and rich, and let the table share. If you want the easiest path for groups, consider the set menu option so the pacing and selection is handled for you.

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What makes 170 Grammi’s menu different?

It’s not about novelty. It’s about execution.

Roman pizza leaves less room for shortcuts. Crispness is unforgiving. Balance matters. Technique matters. And when it’s done properly, the result is pizza that’s structured, flavour-driven, and genuinely easy to enjoy—especially when you’re sharing across the table.

If you’re curious about the craft behind the crunch, you can dive deeper into what makes Roman pizza feel so clean and light.

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If you love Neapolitan pizza, order with this mindset

If your frame of reference is Neapolitan, Roman pizza can surprise you—in a very good way.

Neapolitan pizza is soft, puffy, and often foldable. Roman pizza is thin, crisp and structured. So instead of ordering “one pizza each” and focusing on a single topping, lean into the Roman advantage: order multiple pizzas, compare textures, and enjoy how clearly each topping comes through on a crisp base.

In other words: come for the crunch, and order like you mean it.

Finish like a Roman: don’t rush dessert

A proper Italian meal doesn’t sprint to the finish. If you’ve got room (or you can make room), dessert is worth considering—especially if Roman-style sweets are on offer. The best endings are the ones that feel simple, a little indulgent, and perfectly timed.