Lunch Menu

Executive Prix Fixe Lunch $13.50

includes:

choice of Soup or House Salad

choice of the Daily Pasta Special

Daily Dessert Special

Also available at Lunch:

Lunch size portions of most entrees

Our Lite Fare Menu

Dinner Menu

Zuppa

Zuppa del Giorno

Soup of the day made with the freshest ingredients

Insalate

Insalata di Cesare

romaine lettuce and herbed croutons with our egg-less dressing

Sicilian Anchovies

accent the Caesar salad with anchovies preserved in olive oil

Insalata della Casa

field greens, tomatoes and cucumbers tossed with our raspberry vinaigrette

Insalata di Arugula con Fragole

with crisp pancetta, strawberries, and a pear vinaigrette

Insalata di Arugula con Gorgonzola

tender arugula, glazed walnuts, apple slices and a warm gorgonzola dressing

Antipasta

Melanzane alla Griglia

grilled and marinated eggplant complemented by whipped goat cheese

Zucchini Scapece

thinly sliced grilled zucchini marinated with herbs, balsamic and olive oil

Mozzarella Caprese

fresh mozzarella and tomatoes drizzled with pesto dressing

Piatto Misto

an assortment of appetizers: prosciutto and melon, grilled eggplant, goat cheese, roasted red peppers, mozzarella and tomato

Misto di Affetati

imported European cured meats, cheese and olives

Carpaccio di Manzo

beef tenderloin carpaccio on arugula with shaved parmigiano, capers, lemon and extra virgin olive oil

Piatto di Prosciutto

a display of nitrate-free, aged and roasted prosciutto from Parma

Calamari Vesuvio

fresh calamari simmered with herbs and hot peppers creating a spicy tomato sauce; with herbed toast

Calamari alla Griglia

fresh calamari grilled and tossed with a dash of balsamic and herbs

Olive Assortite

a plate of assorted olives

Pasta

Spaghetti alla Puttanesca

Gaeta olives, tomatoes, capers, garlic, a bit of anchovy, and oregano

Spaghetti Pomodoro

a fresh pasta with home-made pesto, chopped tomatoes and shaved Pecorino Romano

Fettuccine alla Bolognese

our signature tomato, vegetable and beef ragout

Orecchiette con Salsiccie

disc shaped pasta with crumbled sausage, chopped tomato, arugula, garlic and herbs

Tortelloni al Ragout di Coniglio

homemade sweet pea-filled tortelloni with Springfield Farms rabbit ragu

Orecchiette al Tonno

disc shaped pasta with pan-seared tuna, garlic, olives, capers, onion, sun-dried tomato, arugula and a dash of balsamic

Ravioli alla Panna e Filetto di Salmone

slices of fresh salmon prepared with shallots, dill and cream. Served over homemade ricotta and spinach filled ravioli

Linguine con Calamari Vesuvio

fresh calamari simmered with tomatoes, hot peppers and herbs to create a spicy sauce for this pasta dish

Linguine con Vongole alla Positano

miniature clams sautéed with herbs, white wine, spinach and diced tomato

Linguine alla Zia Teresa

jumbo shrimp with fresh tomato, garlic, white wine and herbs

Pappardelle con Gamberi

homemade pasta prepared with jumbo shrimp, swiss chard, prosciutto and cream

Gamberi in Guazzetto

jumbo shrimp sautéed with roasted garlic, lemon, white wine and cream served over grilled parmigiano toast

Carne e Frutti di Mare

Braccioli e Gnocchi

braised beef rolled with spinach, pine-nuts and romano cheese then simmered in tomato sauce until tender

Salsiccie alla Griglia

grilled Italian sausage served with polenta and marinara sauce

Ossobuco alla Milanese

our signature veal shank stewed until tender with tomato, herbs and red wine. Accompanied by gnocchi

Vitella Bagna Cauda

scaloppine of veal sautéed with capers, minced olives, anchovy, garlic, and white wine. Served with the Chef's vegetable

Vitella alla Valdostana

scaloppine of veal sautéed with butter and shallots then topped with chopped prosciutto and asiago cheese. Accompanied by the chef's vegetable

Costoletto di Vitello

a 16 oz. Veal chop marinated and braised with herbs. Accompanied by the Chef's vegetable

Costoletto di Agnello

Springfield Farms herb encrusted lamb chops. Grilled, braised and served over roasted potatoes, onions and peas

Cowboy Steak

a 16 oz French cut, bone-in rib eye steak char grilled and served with the Chef's vegetables

Filetto di Manzo

a 6 oz petit filet mignon char grilled and served with a cognac dijon sauce. Accompanied by the Chef's vegetables

Pollo alla Caprese

free range chicken breast sautéed with fresh tomatoes and basil, topped with mozzarella and accompanied by gnocchi

Pollo con Olive Nere

free range chicken breast sautéed with black olives, rosemary and red wine. Accompanied by the Chef's vegetables

Pesce del Giorno

please inquire about today's fresh fish special

Risi

These are more of our signature dishes. These fabulous, authentic risotto dishes are made with top quality ingredients and arborio rice. Because of the nature of arborio rice and our tradition of making each dish to order, please allow 35 minutes for preparation. We assure you it is worth the wait.

Risotto con Porcini

delicate, velvety and delicious. Made with porcini mushrooms, Parmigiano Reggiano and champagne.

Risotto con Gamberi

allo Zafferano jumbo shrimp, spring onion, saffron, chopped tomato, butter and white wine.

Risotto alla Milanese

our signature ossobuco served over a bed of risotto prepared with saffron, onion and white wine.

Dolce

Finish your meal with one of our homemade desserts

Chocolate Flan

made with the finest Belgian chocolate, this rich and creamy custard melts in your mouth

Crème Brulée

a traditional custard with a crisp caramelized sugar top

Tiramisú

an Italian classic. Ours is made with lady finger cookies soaked in rum and espresso then layered with a mascarpone based cream

Lemon Napoleon

layers of cinnamon sugar phyllo sheets, a tart lemon curd and fresh whipped cream

Cannolo

an Italian favorite. A crispy cone filled with a sweet ricotta and chocolate chip cream

Trio Piccolino

a trio of miniature desserts. Inquire as to which desserts are featured today

Lite Fare Menu

Pizza

All our pizzas are homemade with fresh ingredients.

Margherita

10'' Thin crust topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and pesto

Bianca

10'' Thin crust topped with caramelized onion, mozzarella and grated parmigiano cheese

Pizza Rustica

10'' thin crust Ricotta, mozzarella, Italian ham and grated cheese

Quattro Stagione

10'' Thin crust divided into four sections: Tomato, mozzarella and basil; Caramelized onion and grated parmigiano cheese; Asiago cheese and Italian ham; tomato sauce, basil and mushrooms

Vegetali

10'' Thin crust topped with grilled vegetables, roasted garlic and grated cheese drizzled with olive oil

Focaccia

Tomato sauce, basil and mozzarella
Caramelized onions and grated parmigiano cheese
Olives, roasted garlic and sun-dried tomatoes drizzled with olive oil
Grilled vegetables, roasted garlic and grated cheese drizzled with olive oil

Pannini

Tacchino e Pomodori

Thinly sliced roast turkey, arugula, fresh tomato, arugula and asiago cheese on focaccia with chipotle mayo

Italian Ham

Roast ham slices, asiago cheese, field greens, tomato and chipotle mayonnaise on focaccia

Il Panino, our original Italian hero sandwich

Roast ham, salami, mortadella, provolone, olive tapanade and field greens on a crusty roll with balsamic vinegar and oil

Elena

Thinly sliced veal roast, asiago cheese and lettuce on a crusty roll

Insalati

Insalata di Manzu

chopped greens topped with Italian ham, turkey, provolone, chickpeas, carrots, olives, eggs, tomato, cucumbers and herbed croutons in a balsamic vinaigrette

Insalata di Cesare

Romaine lettuce and herbed croutons with our egg-less dressing

Insalata di Pollo

Grilled free-range chicken served over mixed field greens with sliced ripe tomato, cucumber and toasted pine nuts dressed with a balsamic vinaigrette

Insalata di Tonno

Fresh tuna pan-seared with extra virgin olive oil and a dash of balsamic vinegar served over mixed field greens with sliced hard-boiled egg and minced scallions

Insalata di Troia

Mixed chopped greens, pancetta, chickpeas olives, cucumbers and tomatoes. Add grilled steak, chicken, sushi grade tuna, or shrimp

Small Plates

Lasagna

Pasta layered with ricotta, mozzarella and grated cheese topped with marinara sauce or Bolognese meat sauce

Parmigiana di Melanzane

Gianni's delicious eggplant parmesan

Hummus

Chickpea and tahini dip. Served with pita chips

Bruschetta

Roasted country bread topped with tomatoes, olives & crumbled goat cheese

Misto di Affettati

Imported European cured meats, cheese and olives

Piatto Misto

Prosciutto, melon, grilled eggplant, grilled zucchini, roasted red peppers,mozzarella, tomatoes, arugula and whipped goat cheese

Tapanade Assortiti

Roasted country bread with olive spread and sweet pepper spread

Mozzarella Caprese

Tomatoes and mozzarella dressed with basil pesto

Zuppa del Giorno

Soup of the day

Tasting Plate

Select 4 from the list below:

Petit Crab Cake

A delicious taste of Maryland's crustacean specialty

Smoked Salmon

Two slices of baguette topped with herbed cream cheese, sliced salmon,freshly ground black pepper and fresh lemon

Lollypop Lamb chops

Two delicious baby lamb chops basted with herbs and olive oil then grilled to your liking

Bruschetta

Chopped tomato, celery & onion marinated in olive oil and a dash of balsamic on baguette toast

Assorted Olives

Shrimp Scampi

Two jumbo shrimp sautéed with butter, olive oil, herbs and a splash of white wine

Bresaola

Swiss dried tenderloin sliced paper thin and drizzled with olive oil, fresh lemon and ground black pepper

Arancini

Breaded rice balls baked, not fried, filled with peas and mozzarella and topped with tomato sauce

Parmigiano

and fresh sliced pear - delicious anytime

Mozzarella Caprese

Mini mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes with basil pesto

Grilled vegetables

Grilled vegetables with olive oil and fresh ground pepper

Hummus

Chickpea dip served with pita chips

Tapanade

An assortment of sweet pepper, olive and eggplant on toasted bread

Carpaccio di Manzo

Beef tenderloin carpaccio with arugula, shaved parmigiano, capers, onion, lemon and olive oil

Wine List

Chianti Classico, Volpaia

evident notes of red fruit and hints of cherries, smooth and good structured with a fruity aftertaste

Chianti Classico, Le Filigare

traditional old world style, dried cherry, dusty earthy, slight tobacco on nose, soft tannins

Chianti Classico Riserva, Felsina

medium body, leather, earth, rustic, complex and satisfying

Chianti Classico, Ruffino Riserva Ducale Gold

full bodied, velvety tannins, notes of violet, mature fruit, delicate, spicy finish

Rosso di Montalcino, Il Poggione

medium body, rustic, earthy, touch of spice and cedar

Morellinio di Scansano, I Perazzi

85% sangiovese Joe & Lydia Bastianich & Mario Batalli partnership, cherry and cocoa flavors, long finish

Sangiovese/Cabernet, Terrabianca Campaccio

full body, complex, pure fruit, good finish

Sangiovese, Fili di Seta

super Tuscan, good deep fruit, complex, full bodied and long finish

Sangiovese, Felsina Fontalloro

dark fruit, earthy, toasted oak and mineral notes, notable length

Sangiovese, Tignanello (Veneto)

super silky with aromas of tobacco, blackberry, currant, elegantly balanced with a long finish earthy, leather, lean, medium bodied, structured

PIEMONTE

Barbera D`Alba, Renato Corino

medium body, tart, fresh, bright, dry and good with red sauces

Barbaresco, Poderi Colla

complex, silky, refined, polished with nice length

Dolcetto d'Alba, Poderi Colla

medium body, touch of complexity, fresh

Nebbiolo della Langa, Seghesio

medium, palate dances with fresh, ripe raspberries, strawberries, sour black cherry

Nebbiolo, Ceretto Barolo Zonchera

deep garnet color, soft velvety lingering bouquet, limited tannin

Barolo, Cavallotto

TRENTINO VENETO FRIULI

Amarone, Vignale

dry, notes of tobacco, fig and dark fruit

Amarone Ambrosan, Nicolis

decadent, dry, complex bouquet of ripe & dried fruit, floral & sweet spices, silky palate of jam & leather

Amarone della Valpolicella, Caterina Zardini

dry, flavors of plum, fig, rosemary and chocolate

Amorone della Valpolicella, Speri

full and robust, deep, fairly dry for amarone, touch of raisin, complex

Amarone della Valpolicella, Bertani

full bodied, dry, bouquet of cherries, red berries, hint of vanilla, finish that recalls walnuts & hazelnuts

Merlot, Livio Felluga

earthy, ripe cherry & spices, mellow tannins, long finish

Valpolicella Classico Superiore, Tenute Galta Rossa Ripasso

good body, dry, good balance, delicate aroma of almond

Valpolicella Classico, Zenato, Ripassa

medium- to full-bodied, currant and plum, with a rich, spice, coffee-stained oak note , with fine fruit-coated tannins and a clean mineral finish

Corvina, Nicolis Testal

full body, deep ruby color, complex, raisined cherry, mulberry, laced with vanilla and caramel

SUD SICILIA SARDEGNA

Prugnolo/Aglianico, Di Majo Norante Ramitello Rosso Riserva

rich with notes of melted licorice, truffles, black currant, plum, cherry

Merlot, Cabernet, Syrah, Nero d'Avolo, Ajello Furat

dark, deep, full bodied, interesting flavors through whole palate

Carignano, Rocca Rubia, Santadi Carignano del Sulcis

deep, full bodied red complex, sun-dried tomato and a touch of earth

Carignano, Isola dei Nuraghi, Barrua

full bodied, hints of plum, dried herbs and spices, velvety texture, firm tannins

Primativo (Zinfandel), Vigne Vecchie, Duca Carlo Guarini

elegant with black cherry, raspberry, spice box & herb scented nuances

Aglianico/Merlot, Serra della Querce, D'Angelo

full body, smooth, blackberries, hints of spices, elegant, long lasting flavors

Montepulciano, Spelt

long and vigorous on palate, rich, dark fruit, pomegranate, blackberry, minerals, long finish of tannins

Aglianico, Taurasi, Feudi di San Gregorio

full bodied, aromas of wild cherries, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla and anise, flavors of plum, black cherry, licorice, round, balanced with sweet, smooth tannins, lingering aromatic finale

ITALIAN WHITE

Pinot Grigio, Il Vignale

Smooth and dry, citrus and apple fruit flavors

Pinot Grigio, Ca Montini Aristocratico

medium body, fresh, crisp with flavors of green apple, pear and citrus

Pinot Grigio, Bottega Vinaia

nectarine, hazelnut, kiwi and lemon

Pinot Grigio, Jermann

light bodied, fresh, dry, complex for pinot grigio, a classic

Vespa Bianco, Bastianich

light, crisp, rich, forward, broad shouldered, oak influence, honeyed note, complete finish, "Super White"

Garganega, Soave Classico, Inama Dulot

silky viscosity, vanilla, floral notes of chamomile, caramelized nuttiness on finish

Vermentino, Santadi Cala Silente

medium body, good viscosity, medium dry, complex, long finish

Verdicchio, Bucci Dei Castelli di Jesi

light to medium body, touch of brine/mineral, fresh

Gavi, La Raia

full, soft, sapid, long finish, wide, intense aroma, with notes of white flowers, citrus and toffee, biodynamic organic

Orvieto Classico, Palazzone

light bodied, crisp, lively, mineral driven, nice finish

Chardonnay, Plozner

light to medium bodied, crisp, simple, refreshing

Sauvignon Blanc, Colutta, Colli Orientale

good structure, full-bodied, good acidity

Tocai, Marco Felluga

Moët & Chandon Brut

Imperial elegant, crisp, French classic

Perrier Jouet Fleur Brut

Charles Heidsieck Brut

full, creamy, white fruit palate with a crisp, fresh mousse, round, balanced, lazy, sparse bead of tight bubbles

Schramsburg Blanc de Blanc

lively, fresh palate

Franciacorta Cuvee Brut 375 ml

persistent, lively, white mousse, small, long lasting bubbles, full, rich in ripe fruit, chlorophyll & vanilla

Gemin Prosecco Brut

dry, fresh Italian sparkling

Riesling, Chateau Ste. Michelle

aromas of apple blossom and tangerine, flavors of freshly sliced peaches and Granny Smith apples with a big juicy finish.

Chardonnay, Natura

full bodied, delicately flavored with lemon peel, pear, peach, roasted nut, well balanced, with a hint of oak on the finish. Organically grown grapes

Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River

medium weight, nice acid backbone, citrus, pear, subtle vanilla finish

Chardonnay, Cakebread

creamy, concentrated mid-palate with rich lemon zest, melon, white peach and vanilla flavors, flinty, mineral-tinged finish

Sauvignon Blanc, Morgan

ripe passion fruit, kiwi and citrus, hint of lemongrass, light-medium body, refreshing acidity

Merlot, Pavilion

medium body, deep red fruits, soft mouth feel and warm finish

Merlot, Simi

medium body, dark, ripe fruits on the palate, cherry, clove and cocoa on the nose

Merlot, Northstar

elegant with bold aromas of raspberry, mint, maple, chocolate, clove, coconut and licorice, medium-bodied, dense and muscular with a bold, rich, smoky coffee-mocha finish

Cabernet Sauvignon, Joel Gott

full body, medium dry, round, blackberry and peppercorn flavors, complex mocha-like flavors, good structure, mineral component balance, soft tannins, silky texture

Cabernet Sauvignon, Trinchero

dark chocolate and cherry flavors, spicy black pepper notes, moderate-plus acidity and subtle tannins, succulent and smooth with good concentration and depth

Cabernet Sauvignon, Simi "Landslide"

single vineyard toasty aromas of cherry, cranberry and plum, powerful and elegant, ripe black cherry fruit flavors with big, ripe tannins, supple, long finish that hints of blackberry and spice

Pinot Noir, Mark West barrel

notes of vanilla, cedar, brown sugar and oak spice, lush and weighty in the mouth, flavors of raspberry preserves, fresh, bright red berry finish

Pinot Noir, Seven Terraces

medium body, full of fruit, great texture

Pinot Noir, Byron

complex dark cherry and dark plum with hints of clove and brown spices, backed by a smoky finish, smooth tannins and a generous finish