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Ara's Midtown Cafe
1332 S Staples St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
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Main Menu
Create Your Own Masterpiece
Build Your Own Masterpiece
$7.95
All masterpieces served with house chips and a gourmet pickle spear. Price includes one meat/one cheese selection.
- Make Your Masterpiece Hot for
- $1.00
Choice of Artisan Meats
Glazed ham, oven-roasted turkey breast, angus roast beef, genoa salami, herb-grilled chicken breast, prosciutto (+ $1), cappicola hot (+ $1), or yellow fin tuna salad.
Choice of Fresh Veggies
Lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, olives, jalapeños. Add avocado, sprouts, or sun-dried tomatoes for $0.50.
Choice of Aged Cheese
Swiss, cheddar, provolone, mozzarella, smoked gouda, cream cheese.
Choice of Fresh Bread
White, ciabatta, italian, croissant, wheat, marble rye, focaccia, gluten-free bread (+$0.50). Plus, your choice of mayonnaise, mustard, or one of our homemade dressings.
Soups & Salads
Homemade dressings: ranch, french, thousand island, honey mustard, bleu cheese, garlic aioli, greek balsamic vinaigrette, light raspberry vinaigrette, warm bacon dressing, italian.
King Ranch Soup
- Cup $3.95
- Bowl $5.95
Soup of the Day
- Cup $3.95
- Bowl $5.95
House Salad
$4.95
A blend of iceberg, romaine, and field greens with cucumbers and vine-ripened tomatoes, served with your choice of homemade dressing.
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce tossed in our homemade caesar dressing, topped with parmesan cheese and herbed croutons.
- Small $4.95
- Large $6.95
Florentine Salad
Fresh baby spinach tossed with mushrooms, pine nuts, and mixed berries. Served with your choice of warm bacon dressing or light raspberry vinaigrette.
- Small $4.95
- Large $6.95
Horiatiki Salata
A traditional greek salad. Romaine lettuce with vine-ripened tomatoes, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, and feta cheese tossed in our house balsamic dressing.
- Small $4.95
- Large $6.95
Soups & Salads Add-Ons
Grilled Chicken Breast
$2.00Grilled Shrimp
$3.00Grilled Salmon
$4.00Candied Walnuts
$0.50Bacon Bits
$0.50Ara's Signature Cold Sandwiches
All cold signature sandwiches are served with house chips and a gourmet pickle spear.
The Eiffel Tower
$7.95
Stacked triple decker sandwich with ham, oven roasted turkey, smoked gouda, red onions, lettuce, and tomato with french dressing served on marble rye.
Ala Caprese
$6.95
Garlic and oregano infused fresh mozzarella, basil, and sliced roma tomatoes drizzled in olive oil and balsamic vinegar, served on focaccia.
- Add Prosciutto or Capicola
- $1.00
Texas Club Croissant
$7.95
Oven-roasted turkey breast, crispy bacon, swiss cheese, avocado, greenhouse tomatoes, and sprouts with our homemade ranch dressing.
Mama Mia!
$7.95
Prosciutto, capicola, genoa salami, sun dried tomatoes, garlic aioli, spinach, and provolone on italian bread.
Ara's Signature Hot Sandwiches
All hot signature sandwiches are served with your choice of chips or a small house salad with your choice of our homemade dressings* substitute a small caesar salad, one of our specialty salads, or a cup of soup for $1.
Chicken Ala Ara
$8.95
Thinly sliced chicken schnitzel topped with prosciutto, melted swiss cheese, and a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce. Served on ciabatta bread.
Gourmet Grilled Cheese
$6.95
Triple decker with melted gouda, provolone, and swiss cheeses on grilled white bread.
Little Italy (Meatball)
$8.95
Seasoned ground pork and beef meatball in marinara sauce on italian bread with melted mozzarella cheese.
Mom's Grilled Cheese Combo
$8.95
Our gourmet grilled cheese served with a bowl of warm, house made tomato basil soup.
The Italian Job
$7.95
Caramelized sausage with sautéed bell peppers and red onions in a light marinara topped with provolone. Served on italian bread.
Tuna Melt
$7.95
Our homemade tuna on fresh rolls topped with cheddar cheese and baked to perfection.
Eggplant Ala Greque
$7.50
Sliced eggplant baked in olive oil topped with a light marinara sauce and smoked gouda on focaccia bread.
Hot Italian Hoagie
$8.95
A warm, scrumptious combination of ham, salami, capicola, and roast beef topped with melted cheddar, provolone, and mozzarella. Served with lettuce gently tossed in our garlic aioli and fresh tomato on italian bread.
Philly Steak
$8.95
Thinly sliced tenderloin topped with sauteed bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, and provolone cheese. Served on italian bread.
House Specialties
Beef Braciola
$10.95
Tender beef milanese rolled and stuffed with herbed bread crumbs, raisins, parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, garlic, and olive oil. Wrapped in bacon and braised in a plum tomato sauce. Served over a cozy bed of pasta.
Salmon Dijonnaise
$11.95
Tender and flaky 6oz. Filet of grilled salmon topped with a creamy dijonnaise sauce. Served over sautéed spinach with roasted pine nuts.
Masterpiece Pasta
$9.95
Have your linguine just the way you like it! Choose your sauce and ingredients and enjoy.
Sauces
Alfredo
Creamy Parmesan
Pomodorro
Fresh Tomato, Herbs, and Olive Oil
Puttanesca
Tomato Sauce with a Hint of Anchovy, Garlic, Kalamata Olives, and Capers
Features
Ara's Special
$8.95
A cup of any of our homemade soups paired with half of any of our signature sandwiches. Served with your choice of a small house salad or chips.
- Substitute One of Our Specialty Salads
- $1.00
Daily Special
Ask about our chef's delicious innovations. Specials and availability may vary. All specials will include either your choice of chips or house salad, or fixed accompaniments designed to pair perfectly with your entrée. Daily specials served Monday through Thursday.
Sweet Treats
Visit our dessert case or ask your server for our selection of fresh-baked goods. Selections include:
Apple Crumb Crème Cake
Tropical Lime Pie
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Bread Pudding
Oreo Bon-Bons
Assorted Cookies
Assorted Sugar-Free Baked Goods
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Italian
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About Us
Ara’s Midtown Café is the culmination of a lifelong passion for creating European cuisine for its proprietor, Ara Babos. Ara was born in Romania and raised in Canada, traveling extensively in Europe throughout her childhood. Trained in some of the finest kitchens, Ara’s unique talent for coaxing the very best flavor from her dishes is legendary. Her attention to detail and presentation, along with her standards for exceptional service make every visit to Ara’s Midtown Café a wonderful experience.