Houston, TX (Galleria)
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4715 Westheimer,
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 622-3663
SUN - THU: 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
FRI - SAT: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Happy Hour MON - FRI: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Holiday Hours
Thu, Nov 28, 2024: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMTue, Dec 24, 2024: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wed, Dec 25, 2024: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tue, Dec 31, 2024: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wed, Jan 1, 2025: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Additional Info
Inspired by an Old Country trattoria ambiance & classic Italian cooking, Grotto delivers a savory menu brimming with timeless recipes made on premises. Creations include many “Old World” signature dishes such as Neapolitan thin crust pizzas, Veal Kickerillo, Pollo Francese, Pasta Verdura and Snapper Siciliano. Enjoy Grotto’s famous Peach Bellini or extensive collection of Italian and domestic wines inside or on the patio.
Menus
Zuppa
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Zuppa Maritata
Chicken meatballs, Italian greens, carrots, tomatoes, celery, pasta
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Lobster Bisque
Cream, sherry
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Tomato Basil
Simmered San Marzano tomatoes, fresh basil
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Pignato Grasso
Neapolitan minestrone with Italian sausage
Insalata
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Grotto
Italian home-style salad
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Italian Chopped
Iceberg, grilled chicken, prosciutto, provolone, Gorgonzola, bacon, egg, vinaigrette
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Caesar
Parmesan, garlic herb croutons, classic dressing
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Tomato Caprese
Buffalo or house made mozzarella, EVOO, balsamic
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*Summer Crab Salad
Cantaloupe, watermelon, mozzarella, jumbo lump crabmeat
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Pear Carpaccio
Bosc pears, baby spinach, tomatoes, gorgonzola, sherry balsamic vinaigrette
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Ward Salad
Spinach, red onion, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, imported gorgonzola
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Beef Carpaccio
Baby artichokes, arugula, Grana Padano, caper berries, balsamic caviar
Primi
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Mozzarella in Padella
Breaded fresh mozzarella, stewed tomato, basil
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Mussels Marechiaro
White wine, garlic, tomato
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Meatballs
House made, marinara, parmigiano reggiano
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Calamari Toto
Fried crispy, marinara
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Polpette di Pesce
Crispy fried fish balls, Calabrian aioli
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Shrimp Scampi
Garlic, white wine, mushrooms, spinach
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Crab Claws ‘Scapricciatiello’
Sautéed in marsala, garlic, herbs & tomatoes
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Cannelloni
Chicken & spinach stuffing, bechamel, marinara
Pizza
Gluten Free Cauliflower Crust available-
Margherita
Roma tomatoes, mozzarella, basil
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Pepperoni
San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella
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“Meatzza”
Pepperoni, house made meatballs, Italian sausage & pancetta
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Sausage & Peppers
Italian sausage, roasted peppers, mozzarella
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Herb Roasted Chicken
Garlic, mozzarella, basil, caramelized onions, roasted tomatoes, goat chees
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Pizza Genovese
Aglio e Olio, Imported Salami, tomatoes, mozzarella, goat cheese, balsamic glaze
Secondi
Gluten sensitive pasta available upon request-
Lasagne al Forno
Beef bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella
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Calamarata Con Pesce Espada
Swordfish, Pomodoro, capers, Kalamata & Cerignola olives
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Pescatore
Shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams, crab claws, herbs, white wine, tomato
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Paglia e Fieno con Pollo
Chicken, mushrooms, prosciutto, peas, parmesan cream
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Bucatini Amatriciana
Pancetta, San Marzano tomatoes, sweet onions, basil
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Ravioli Al Pomodoro or Alla Vodka
Homemade ricotta-stuffed ravioli, pomodoro or vodka sauce
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Pappardelle Alla Campagnola
Chicken, mushrooms, peas, mozzarella, sugo rosa
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Rigatoni Contadina
Sweet peppers, Grotto’s homemade Italian sausage, marinara, garlic, ricotta salata, olive oil
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Pasta Grotto
Shrimp, calamari, roma tomatoes, pesto
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*Aragosta Arrabbiata
House made linguine, lobster, mussels, calamari, crab claws, spicy marinara
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Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
Pecorino Romano, butter, coarse black pepper
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Ravioli di Burrata
Butter & Sage reduction
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Gnocchi Short Rib Ragu
House made, Buffalo mozzarella 2
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Rigatoni Peperonata
Parmesan-crusted chicken, sweet pepper stew, roasted garlic, goat cheese
Pranzo
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Chilean – Seabass Quattro Pomodoro
Tomato & Lobster reduction, blistered heirloom tomatoes
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Pollo Francese
Artichokes, mushrooms, lemon, white wine, penne bosco
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*Snapper Siciliano
Capellini-crusted, Roma tomatoes, garlic, pasta aglio e olio, green beans, jumbo lump crabmeat
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Veal Kickerillo
Parmesan-crusted, mushrooms, lemon, fettuccine Alfredo
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Pollo Milanese
Arugula, radicchio, feta cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
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Veal San Pietro
Artichokes, mushrooms, spinach
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Salmon Griglia*
Grilled shrimp, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms, capers, lemon, white wine
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Parmigiana
of your choice with Capellini marinara • Eggplant • Chicken • Veal
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Shrimp Rocco
Romano crusted jumbo shrimp, crabmeat, capers, lemon sauce, fettuccini alfredo
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Pollo Positano
Sausage, sweet pepper & mozzarella stuffing, spinach, Marsala
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Filet Al Bosco*
Roasted potatoes, asparagus
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Brick Chicken
Thin & crispy cornish hen, seasonal vegetables
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*Branzino Acqua Pazza
“Crazy Water”, poached Mediterranean Seabass, tomatoes, red bell peppers, capers
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*Caution: There may be small bones or shell in some fresh fish and shellfish. Wines and various foods contain sulphites. Eating raw oysters may cause severe illness and even death in persons with liver disease, cancer and other chronic illnesses that weaken the immune system. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of a food borne illness. We are not responsible for an individual’s allergic reaction to our food.
Lunch Menu
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MONDAY - FRIDAY • 11:30AM - 3:00PM
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Cannelloni
Chicken & spinach filling, béchamel, marinara
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Sicilian Roasted Chicken Salad
Romaine, iceberg, strawberries, grapes, walnuts, parmesan vinaigrette
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Pollo Romano
Romano crusted, artichokes, tomatoes, spinach & penne suga rosa
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Salmon Paillard
Arugula, tomatoes, lemon, EVOO
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Mediterranean Salad
Beefsteak tomato, grilled calamari steak, crabmeat, shrimp, lemon, EVOO
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Panini
Steak & Provolone, roasted tomato soup
3 Course Business Lunch
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MONDAY - FRIDAY • 11:30AM - 3:00PM
Soup or Salad
choice of:-
Tomato Basil Soup
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Caesar Salad
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Grotto Salad
Entrée
choice of:-
Chicken Grotto
Spinach & penne marinara
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Eggplant Parmesan
Cappellini marinara
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Lasagne al Forno
Bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella
Dessert
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Petite Mezzanote
Brunch Menu
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EVERY SUNDAY • 11:30AM - 3:00PM
Buon Giorno
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Pane Fritto
Italian-Style French Toast, Grand Marnier Batter, Amaretto Syrup, Bacon & Fruit
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Smoked Salmon
Red Potato Salad, Asparagus, Capers, Truffle Toast
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Avocado Toast
Grilled Focaccia, Avocado, Sliced Tomato, Arugula, Fried Egg, EVOO
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Grotto Benedict
Poached Eggs, Prosciutto Crisp, Pesto Crostini, Italian Hollandaise, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
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Carbonara
Pancetta, Wild Mushrooms, Green Onions, Egg, Parmigiano Reggiano
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Frittata Bianca
Egg White Frittata, Broccoli, Spinach, Roma Tomato, Carrots, Roasted Red Bell Peppers
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Bistecca Con Uova
Filet, Sunny-Side Up Eggs, Roasted Potatoes, Hollandaise
Classic Beverages
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Mimosa
Prosecco, Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice
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Aperol Pear Spritz
Aperol, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Deep Eddy Vodka (TX), Sparkling Wine
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Bloody Caesar
Tito’s Handmade Vodka (TX), Clamato Juice, Lime
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Tuscan Mary
Absolut Peppar Vodka, Orange Juice, Balsamic, Bloody Mary Seasonings
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Frozen Peach Bellini
Our Signature Bellini
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Just Peachy
Ilegal Joven Mezcal, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, Peach & Simple Syrups, Sparkling Wine, Tajin Rim
Desserts
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Strawberry Casatta
Almond Syrup Soaked Angel Food Cake, Sweetened Ricotta Cheese, Chantilly Cream, Apricot-Glazed Strawberries
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Mezzanotte
Dark Chocolate Cake, Rich Chocolate Filling, Semi-Sweet Curls
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Tiramisu
Tia Maria Soaked Ladyfingers, Mascarpone Zabaglione, Cocoa Powder, Fresh Raspberries
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Strawberry Cheesecake
Graham Cracker Crust, New York Style, Fresh Strawberries
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Key Lime Pie
Graham Cracker Crust, Mango Whipped Cream, Blueberry-Limoncello Glaze
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House-made Gelatos
Italian Ice Cream Chocolate, Pistachio, Strawberry, And Vanilla
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House-made Sorbets
Mango, Raspberry, And Lemon
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Crème Brûlée
Pineapple Custard, Tropical Fruit, Coconut Tuile
Signature Cocktails
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Grotto's Famous Peach Bellini
Our Signature Peach Bellini
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Limoncello Spritz
Aperol, house made Limoncello, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Simple Syrup, San Pellegrino Pompelmo
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Cetriolo Martini
Hendrick’s Gin, Midori Melon Liqueur, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Lime Juice
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Italian Margarita
818 Blanco Tequila, Disaronno Orignale, triple sec, sweet & sour
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Lavender 75
Hendrick’s Gin, Giuliana Prosecco, Lavender Bitters, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup
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Side Car
Branson V.S.O.P Coganc, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, lemon juice
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Old Fashioned
Woodford Reserve Bourbon, simple syrup, orange bitters
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Negroni
Campari, Hendrick's Gin, sweet vermouth
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Espresso Martini
Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Maven Cold Brew, Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur
Domestic Beer
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Bud Light
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Miller Lite
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Coors Light
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Michelob Ultra
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Shiner Bock
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Saint Arnold ‘Elissa’ IPA
Imported Beer
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Corona Extra – Mexico
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Kaliber N/A – Ireland
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Peroni – Italy
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Menabrea Bionda – Italy
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Stella Artois – Belgium
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Peroni Non-Alcoholic – Italy
Wines By The Glass
Full List Available In-House-
Frizzante
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Bianco
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Rosati
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Rosso
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Champagne and Sparkling
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Rosati
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New World White
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Italian White
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Italian Red
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Piemonte
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Super Tuscan
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Toscana
Happy Hour
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MONDAY - FRIDAY • 2:00PM - 7:00PM
BAR & PATIO AREA ONLY
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Grotto’s Famous Peach Bellini $8
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Birra $4
Bud Light, Peroni, Budweiser. Coors Light, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Shiner Bock
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Vino Primo $9
Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, Banfi Chianti Classico, Geisen Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Giuliana Prosecco, Rotation Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, J. Lohr ‘Falcon’s Perch’ Pinot Noir
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Select Premium Spirits $8
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Bacardi Superior Rum, Tanqueray Gin, Jose Cuervo traditional tequila, Crown Royal Whisky *Rocks/Martini additional charge
1/2 Off Small Plates
PERFECT FOR SHARING-
Mussels Marechiaro
White wine, garlic, tomato
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Meatballs
House made with marinara & parmigiano reggiano
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Calamari Toto
Fried crispy, marinara
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Mozzarella In Padella
Breaded fresh mozzarella, stewed tomato, basil
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Polpette di Pesce
Crispy fried fish balls, Calabrian aioli
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Shrimp Scampi
Garlic, white wine, mushrooms, spinach
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Crab Claws ‘Scapricciatiello’
Sautéed in marsala, garlic, herbs & tomatoes
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Cannelloni
Chicken & spinach stuffing, bechamel, marinara
1/2 Off Pizza
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Margherita
Roma tomatoes, mozzarella, basil
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Herb Roasted Chicken
Garlic, mozzarella, basil, caramelized onions, roasted tomatoes, goat cheese
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“Meatzza”
Pepperoni, house made meatballs, Italian sausage & pancetta
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Pepperoni
Pepperoni, San Marzano sauce, mozzarella
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Sausage & Peppers
Italian sausage, roasted peppers, mozzarella
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Pizza Genovese
Aglio e Olio, Imported Salami, tomatoes, mozzarella, goat cheese, balsamic glaze