Antipasti In Italian, Antipasti (plural for antipasto) literary means “before the meal.” Antipasti are like a prelude to the tantalizing meal to come. An excellent introduction to excite and stimulate the taste buds.
Lola’s Spinach and Artichoke Dip ~ A perfect mix of Artichoke, fresh Spinach, sun dried
Tomato, Provolone, Mozzarella, and Cream Cheese. Served with crispy wedges of Pita Bread. $8 Giuseppe’s Pasta Fritto ~ Giuseppe makes a Sauce of Asiago, Mozzarella, Provolone, and
Romano Cheeses. He folds cooked Spaghetti through it and packs it into a loaf pan then quickly fries it. Served with his famous red Sauce. $9
Bruschetta ~ Plump, ripe Roma Tomatoes with fresh Basil from Giuseppe’s garden is tossed with
Extra Virgin Olive Oil and placed on a toasted Baguette. $8
Insalata Caprese ~ This Classic Italian dish, which literally means “the salad from Capri,” is one
of Giuseppe’s favorite Salads! It’s embellished with juicy Roma Tomatoes (usually available from his garden) and sweet Basil and features fresh Mozzarella sandwiched between each Tomato, then drizzled with a wonderful aged Balsamic Reduction. $12
Zuppa - Zuppa - Zuppa Wedding Soup ~ A whole Chicken is simmered all to create a rich and complex Stock. The
Chicken is then pulled and returned to the Stock with house-made Meatballs, Carrots, Pasta, and Spinach. This is all topped with a sprinkling of Romano Cheese. $5
Sicilian Onion Soup ~ Onions are Glazed to Caramelization and laced with Marsala Wine. Heavy
Cream, Beef, and Chicken Stock pull the Onions together to a flavorful explosion. This Divine Soup is crowned with unsweetened Whipped Crème and Caramelized Bacon. $6
“Only the pure in heart can make a good soup.”
Ludwig van Beethoven
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INSALATA Insalata Della Casa Venetian Symphony ~ “For such a season as this . . .” best describes Lola’s latest creation--
her Autumn Salad. Arugula and Tuscan Kale complement one another with the Peppery
tones of Arugula and the earthy undernotes of the Tuscan Kale. Candied Bacon with crisp Autumn Apples begin a crescendo with the perfect orchestration of Figs and dried tart Cherries. Her Maple Syrup Dressing polishes every note. Side 7.50, Entrée 11
Lola’s Salad ~ A Blend of Baby Red Leaf and Romaine Lettuce crowned with Caramelized
Pears, dried Cranberries, Gorgonzola Cheese, and her own Cinnamon Glazed Walnuts. Served with Homemade Port Wine Salad Dressing. Side 7, Entrée 11
Giuseppe’s Salad ~ Crisp Romaine Lettuce, topped with Roma Tomatoes, roasted Red
Pepper, Provolone Cheese and Vegetable Rotini. A rich Spicy Creamy Basil and Olive Oil Dressing is served with this Signature Salad. Side 7, Entrée 11
Tuscan Salad ~ Crisp Romaine Lettuce adorned with Feta Cheese, Roma Tomato, Artichoke,
Purple Onion, Kalamata Olives. Served with homemade Honey Balsamic Dressing. Side 7, Entrée 11 Caesar Salad ~ Crisp Romaine Lettuce topped with homemade Garlic & Herb Croutons,
shaved Parmesan Cheese is served with a Creamy Caesar Dressing. Please let us know if you
would like Anchovies on top! Side 6, Entrée 10
Add Anchovies 1
~ Top Your Salad ~
Pan Seared Chicken Breast 3; Four Seared Shrimp 4 Homemade Meatballs (each) 3 Anchovies, 1 All of our Salad Dressings are freshly prepared in our Kitchen. They are available to take Home! 6 (12 ozs.)
Please inform your server of any food allergies you may have. Consumer Advisory: the consumption of raw or under cooked meat, fish, shellfish, eggs, and poultry may be harmful to your health. Also, the consumption of these items may increase the risk of foodborne illness.
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Famiglia Preferiti Entrees with a
denote that you may substitute Whole Wheat or Gluten Free Pasta for our fresh Pasta.
We are excited to serve a Gluten Free Pasta from Italy, which is made from Rice and Corn Flours.
PASTA -
Fettuccine Alfredo ~ Fresh Fettuccine is laced with a Cream Sauce recipe that Giuseppe’s Nonna prepared
back in the day. 12 Add Chicken 15 -
Nonna Nunziata’s Spaghetti and Meatballs ~ Fresh Spaghetti is tossed with Giuseppe’s Red Sauce made
from fresh Roma Tomatoes, imported Plum Tomatoes, lots of fresh Basil, just enough Garlic, and secret Herbs & Spices. Imagine . . . two Meatballs on top of a Master Sauce! Giuseppe’s Meatballs, prepared daily in our kitchen, are made with Ground Chuck, Veal, & Pork, fresh Breadcrumbs, and with lots of Romano Cheese. 16 - Gnocchi ~ Tender Italian Dumplings are tossed in Giuseppe’s Red Sauce. 12
- Giuseppe’s Gnocchi ~ Tender Italian Dumplings are tossed in Giuseppe’s Red Sauce & crowned with a Sweet Medley of his Sausage, Red Pepper, and Onions. 15 - Any Pasta ~ Choose your favorite pasta with any of our “House-made Sauces.” 10 PASTA al FORNO -
Meat Lasagna ~ A hearty Bolognese Sauce is prepared by our young chef, taught by Giuseppe, includes four
Cheeses, Giuseppe’s Red Sauce, & more Ground Chuck – All this sandwiched with 5 layers of Pasta. 15 -
Giuseppe’s Baked Rigatoni ~ Rigatoni Pasta is layered with Bolognese Sauce, Mozzarella and Provolone
Cheeses, and baked to a golden crunchy goodness. 14 ~
Giuseppe’s Sampler ~ This dish combines a sampling of Giuseppe’s childhood favorites—his mom’s recipe
for Meatballs served in a nest of Spaghetti . . . Meat Lasagna prepared with two Sauces, four Cheeses, five layers, and our favorite Eggplant, served on Rigatoni. 18 POLLO
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Chicken Parmigiana ~ Fresh Chicken Breast, prepared to order, is triple Breaded with Nonna’s secret
ingredients in the last Breading. The Breast is seared in Olive Oil and finished in a hot oven with Mozzarella & Provolone Cheeses. This tender gem is accompanied with Spaghetti and a fresh Vegetable of the evening. 16 - Chicken Marsala ~ Two Chicken Breasts are seared in Butter & Pancetta, and polished with a Sauce of only
Marsala. The Chicken is adorned with a medley of Mushrooms. The dish is accompanied with a roasted Corn Risotto and our very fresh Vegetable of the day. 20 VITELLO -
Veal Parmigiana ~ Fresh Veal, cut from the Loin, is triple Breaded –Nonna’s way—and baked beneath
Mozzarella & Provolone Cheeses. This classic is accompanied with Spaghetti and our very fresh Vegetable of the day. 30 -
Veal Marsala ~ Fresh Veal, cut from the loin, is prepared the way Northern Italians do . . . seared in Pancetta &
Butter—using only Marsala! The Veal is adorned with a medley of Mushrooms and is accompanied with a roasted Corn Risotto and our fresh Vegetable of the day. 32 Rev.10-07-16
MORE FAMILY SPECIALTIES We are excited to serve a Gluten Free Pasta from Italy, which is made from Rice and Corn Flours.
FRUTTI di MARE (Seafood)
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Shrimp & Lobster Ravioli ~ These delicious Lobster-stuffed Pasta bundles are tossed with a roasted Red
Pepper & Garlic Sauce and crowned with pan-seared Shrimp. 21 -
Chef Bryan’s Seafood Feature ~ Our talented chef prepares a nightly feature of fresh Fish or Seafood
with Pasta.
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VEGETARIANO -
Eggplant Parmigiana ~ Our Eggplant is prepared to order . . . it’s just a bit of Heaven on your plate!
Three generous cuts of this gem are triple Breaded (Giuseppe’s Mom used two secret ingredients in the last Breading) and are served beneath a sea of Mozzarella and Provolone Cheeses. Accompanied with Spaghetti and the Chef’s Fresh Vegetable of the day. 15
SEASONAL FAMILY FAVORITES ~ Autumn and Winter are great seasons for Italy’s comfort food. Giuseppe’s memories of his mother
cooking Polenta over a wood-burning stove help him to create soul-warming Polenta dishes. Then there are Lola’s memories of his Mom & Pop seasoning and cooking different cuts of Beef for an amazing Cannelloni! Giuseppe can’t forget the family Sunday gathering where Pumpkin Gnocchi and Butternut Squash Ravioli graced their long dining table.
~ Believe it or not, Nonna loved Lola’s Autumn Desserts . . . from Pumpkin Cheese Cake to mouthwatering Apple Fritters.
Ask your server for all the succulent details on tonight’s Special Features!
The land yields its harvest; God, our God, blesses us.
Psalm 67:6 Rev. 10-8-16
