Lavazza medium roast grounds pressed through a Bialetti Moka
Pastas
Made fresh, daily on premise
Capellini al pomodoro
$10.75
Our most delicate pasta with a mild fresh tomato basil sauce topped with parmigiano reggiano
Penne Puttanesca
$10.75
Penne 'al dente' tossed with a spicy tomato sauce, minced garlic, black olives and wild capers
Lunch Special!
Lunch Special!
$14.50
A single portion of one of seven lasagnas with an insalata fresca, fresh sliced baguette and a soda
Insalate
Fresh, local produce and the finest imported Italian mozzarella, buratta, and regional cheeses
Mediterraneo
$11.00
Grilled chicken breast, feta cheese calamata olives, fresh tomatoes, thin sliced red onions tossed with EVOO and a light sprinkle of oregano, salt and pepper
Caprese
$12.50
Imported mozzarella di bufala, sliced tomatoes and fresh basil on a bed of mixed baby greens tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar with grilled chicken
Hearts of romaine, sliced grilled chicken, house made croutons and shaved Parmigiano topped with our house Caesar dressing (no anchovies)
$11.00
Just Caesar (no chicken)$8.75
Insalata fresca
$4.50
Mixed local greens tossed with a mild house vinaigrette
House favorites
Ravioli alla Romana
$12.50
Hand made raviolis filled with mild cheeses and spinach in a light tomato basil sauce and a touch of cream
Ravioli al Tartufo
$14.50
Hand made raviolis filled with a blend of cheeses, local mushrooms in a black truffle sauce
Spaghetti Carbonara
$11.50
Local champignon mushrooms, sliced smoked pancetta and a touch of cream, with a fine grate of parmigiano
Rigatoni con Pollo
$14.50
Fresh made rigatoni sauteed with sliced chicken breast, fresh red bell peppers and crimini mushrooms in a light Chardonnay sauce, a touch of cream and grated parmigiano
Panini
Fresh bread brushed with EVOO and grilled. Comes with a fresh baby greens salad
The Massimo
$9.75
Spicy sopressata and mozzarella and a tomato basil sauce
The Marcella
$9.75
Lightly grilled fresh vegetables, tomatoes, fontina and parmigiano reggiano
The Tuscan
$9.75
Sliced grilled chicken breast, mozzarella di bufala,arugula with a Chardonnay aioli
Zuppa di Giorno
Made fresh, every day; Flavors are: Italian Lentil,Classic Minestrone, Minted Split Pea, Vegetable Chipotle, Curried Butternut, Tomato Bisque
Soup of the day
$4.50
12 oz.
Our prepared soups to go
$7.95
24oz. sealed containers
Insalate
Fresh, local produce and the finest imported Italian mozzarellas, buratta, and regional cheeses
Fresca
Fresh seasonal, local greens with a choice of dressings
Mediterraneo
Grilled chicken breast, feta cheese calamata olives, fresh tomatoes, thin sliced red onions with a lightly roasted tomato vinaigrette
Chef Salad
Romaine lettuce, thin sliced red onion, sliced tomatoes, ham and imported Swiss Emental cheesse
Caprese
Fresh imported mozzarella di bufala, sliced tomatoes and fresh basil over a delicate mix of greens tossed with our house balsamic vinaigrette
Marcella's Caesar
Hearts of Romaine topped with our classic Caesar dressing, sprinkled with fresh made croutons and shaved Parmigiano
Mediterranean Mountain Salad
Blanched tender green peas, cherry tomatoes, fresh mint leaves, tossed in EVOO and topped with shaved Pecorino Toscano
Appetizers
Prosciutto e melone
Imported air dried Prosciutto di Parma sliced thin and draped over seasonal local melon slices
Antipasto Misto
Assorted cut, house-cured meats, cheeses and olives
Gravlax
Our house cured salmon, sliced and served with our fresh made horseradish sauce and lemon slices
Verdure alla Griglia
Grilled, assorted seasonal, local vegetables drizzled with a light Balsamic vinaigrette
Pastas
Made fresh, daily on premise
Ziti al funghi e pollo
A light sauté of Cremini mushrooms, fresh sliced chicken breast and a touch of cream
Fusilli Primavera
Fresh pasta spirals tossed with EVOO and local seasonal vegetables
Spaghetti alla Romana
Tossed with wild capers, Albacore tuna, olives, cherry tomatoes
Spaghetti Adriatico
Sautéed with local clams, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, herbs and garlic in a white wine sauce
Penne a la Siciliana
A light sauté of eggplant, Calamata olives, wild capers, cherry tomatoes and a dash of red pepper flakes. Topped with fresh grated Parmigiano
Penne al Salmone
Fresh local salmon, lightly smoked with a touch of our house made tomato cream Vodka sauce
Rigatoni con pollo
Fresh made rigatoni sautéed with slices of chicken breast in a light chardonnay sauce made with cremini mushrooms, minced red pepper, a touch of cream and Parmigiano Reggiano
Lasagnas
Six layers of ultra-thin pasta with béchamel, tomato sauce, parmigiano reggiano, mozzarella and one of the fillings below
Abruzzo
Our own hand made Italian sausage with a spicy red sauce
Sicilian Eggplant
Fresh roasted eggplant, seasoned with onion and herbs in a spicy red sauce
Bolognese
Ground Angus sirloin in a savory red tomato sauce
Mushroom
Crimini and Portobello mushrooms sautéed with fresh garlic and herbs in a mild red wine tomato sauce
Butternut
Roasted butternut squash in a mildly sweet tomato sauce
Verdura
Home made pesto, roasted zucchini and sun dried tomatoes
Bianca
Pancetta, onions, béchamel and parmigiano reggiano
Desserts
Beautiful hand made pastries created and presented in the best Italian style
Italian biscotti
Hand dipped in chocolate, three flavors: Almond, Mocha walnut, chocolate
Italian Cakes
Sheet or Round; Chocolate Cappucino, Chocolate Profiterole
Tiramisu
Sheet or Round; Sweet cake dipped in coffee, layered with eggs sugar and mascarpone, topped with fine ground coffee
Petit Fours
Napoleon, Chocolate, Vanilla and Coffee Éclair, Opera Square, Cream Puff
Classic Cookies
Chocolate chip, Double Chocolate chip and walnut, Oatmeal and Golden raisin, Peanut butter, Apricot crisp with White Chocolate and Pistachio, Cherry crisp with White Chocolate chip
Lasagnas
$65. Made fresh to order, with the finest ingredients and hand-made pasta
Abruzzo
Artichoke
Bianca
Bolognese
Butternut Squash
Mushrooms
Pepperonata
Sicilian Eggplant
Verdure
Specialty Lasagnas
Delicate and savory, made with only the finest Italian ingredients
Black Italian Truffle
$80.00
Porcini Mushroom
$75.00
Pastas
serves 8 - 10. We offer an extraordinary range of pasta dishes, all of which can be made by the pan. Please look on our website for a complete selection
Gluten-free Pastas
Serves 8 - 10
Penne "al forno"
$65.00
In a Bolognese sauce, with parmigiano and fresh mozzarella topping
Spaghetti " alla diavola"
$65.00
Tossed with fresh broccoli florets and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, tossed with grated parmigiano
Fusilli Puttanesca
$65.00
In a tomato sauce with black olives, wild capers, parsley, topped with grated parmigiano
A beautiful blend of light, fresh local produce and the finest Italian ingredients that come together in a delicious affordable way. Sit in the café for a relaxed lunch or order to go for a nice late evening dinner.
Lasagnas (meat and vegetarian), panini, salads and a nice selection of home made pizzas are on the menu.