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Mia Bella Trattoria - Pavilions Downtown
1201 San Jacinto St
Houston, TX 77002
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Dinner Menu
Lunch Menu
Brunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Antipasti
Crisp Calamari
$10.00
with spicy tomato lemon chermoula
Mushroom Risotto Croquettes*
$9.00
stuffed with fresh mozzarella, kalamata olives & basil, topped with jalapeno cilantro pesto sauce
Crab Cake
$14.00
sweet potato balsamic chutney & saffron wine reduction
Allergens
shellfish
Grilled Artichokes**
$12.00
pecorino cheese, olive oil, roasted jalapeno & lemon
Steamed Mussels**
$14.00
white wine, lemon, garlic & roasted tomato butter
Allergens
shellfish
Wild Mushroom Strudel*
$9.00
puff pastry filled with goat cheese, spinach, leeks & roasted red peppers over a mushroom pesto sauce
Goat Cheese Puttanesca
$11.00
Kalamata olives, capers, red peppers & anchovies in a spicy tomato basil sauce. Served with toasted baguettes
Tomato or Eggplant Bruschetta
$9.00
choice of relish drizzled with olive oil on toasted crostini, sprinkled with shaved parmesan cheese
Beef Carpaccio**
$12.00
mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, capers, kalamata olives, shaved parmesan & lemon olive oil
Chef's Board* **
$18.00
imported cured meat & cheese plate (serves 2)
Soups & Salads
add grilled chicken to any salad for $3, add grilled salmon or shrimp for $6, add ahi tuna steak for $8
Potato Leek Soup
$6.00Tomato Basil Bisque
$5.00
with a fresh basil chiffonade
Mia Bella House Salad* **
fresh baby greens, sliced pears, tomatoes, red onions, walnuts, goat cheese & balsamic vinaigrette
- $9.00
- Half Salad $6.00
Mia Bella Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, anchovies & Caesar dressing
- $9.00
- Half Salad $6.00
Asparagus & Kale Salad**
$9.00
with pecorino cheese, white raisins, lemon & olive oil
Caprese Modo Mio* **
$11.00
fresh tomato slices, fresh mozzarella & basil pesto
Arugula & Shaved Fennel**
$12.00
with pecorino, gorgonzola, grapefruit segments, cherry tomatoes & grapefruit vinaigrette
Slow Roasted
Lamb Ossobucco
$24.00
shiitake mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic leek, mashed potatoes & sautéed vegetables
Sicilian Braised Beef Short Ribs**
$32.00
sweet pea risotto & balsamic chipotle glaze
Honey Glazed Pork Chop*
$22.00
ricotta-pistachio mashed potatoes, chianti fig chutney, fried leeks & sautéed vegetables
Roasted Chicken*
$18.00
arugula pesto, rosemary lemon wine reduction, grilled vegetables & roasted new potatoes (please allow 20 minutes)
Entrees
Seafood Lasagna
$19.00
lasagna layered with seafood, mushrooms & a three-cheese blend, topped with lobster madeira cream sauce, sautéed spinach, jumbo shrimp & clams
Allergens
shellfish
Eggplant Parmigiana
$16.00
roasted eggplant layered lasagna style with a spinach ricotta mixture, topped with a tomato basil cream sauce on a bed of angel hair pasta
Chicken Piccata Modo Mio*
$14.00
sun-dried tomato pesto risotto, artichoke hearts, fresh tomatoes, capers & shiitake mushrooms in a white wine lemon butter sauce with a touch of tomato basil
Chicken Marsala
$15.00
served with a side of pecorino gnocchi
Beef Filet
$26.00
with garlic leek mashed potatoes, gorgonzola cheese, grilled asparagus & green peppercorn demi sauce
Grilled Salmon**
$19.00
with creamy lemon zest risotto, cherry tomatoes, grapefruit segments, grapefruit vinaigrette & grilled asparagus
Chicken Parmigiana*
$17.00
stuffed with spinach, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, angel hair pasta & tomato basil pesto cream sauce
Ahi Tuna*
$24.00
pan-seared sesame crusted ginger ahi tuna on a bed of wild mushroom pesto risotto, sautéed vegetables & a balsamic butter reduction
Fresh Fish
ask your server about our fresh daily fish, served with your choice of risotto, creamy polenta, mashed potatoes or pasta
- Mkt Price
Daily Cut
ask your server about our grass-fed daily cut, served with your choice of risotto, creamy polenta, mashed potatoes or pasta
- Mkt Price
Brick Oven Pizza
Signature Pizza*
$16.00
wild mushroom trio, mozzarella, truffle oil & basil pesto sauce
Margherita
$13.00
roma tomatoes, basil, fresh mozzarella, olive oil & fresh tomato sauce
Pizza Blanco
$13.00
romano cream, grilled chicken & spinach
Prosciutto, Arugula & Mozzarella
$12.00
thinly sliced prosciutto, arugula, fresh mozzarella & fresh tomato sauce
Roasted Vegetable Pizza*
$13.00
yellow squash, zucchini, eggplant, cherry tomatoes, portobello mushrooms, basil pesto & goat cheese
Create Your Own Pizza
$12. Add additional ingredients for $1, add grilled chicken or italian sausage for $3 or shrimp for $6, make it a calzone for $2
Sauce
choice of sauce: mushroom pesto*, sun-dried tomato pesto*, basil pesto*, arugula pesto*, alfredo, tomato
Toppings
choice of 2 toppings: red onions, anchovies, spinach, olives, roasted red peppers, fresh Tomatoes, jalapenos, pepperoni, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, artichokes
Fresh Pasta & Risotto
Fresh handmade pasta, prepared daily. Ask your server about our Gluten Friendly options
Cilantro Jalapeno Fettuccine Scampi
$16.00
sauteéd shrimp tossed in olive oil with a hint of crushed red pepper & cherry tomatoes
Allergens
shellfish
Smoked Duck Tortelloni
$22.00
fresh pasta filled with smoked duck, fresh ricotta & orange chili cream reduction
Polpette
$17.00
two giant meatballs filled with sun-dried tomatoes & ricotta cheese over fresh whole wheat spaghetti with tomatoes, mushrooms & tomato basil olive oil
Whole Wheat Tortellini
$22.00
three-cheese tortellini, spinach, grilled chicken & tomato basil cream sauce
Potato Gnocchi* **
$13.00
shiitake mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, spinach, basil pesto with ricotta cheese & pecorino cream
Handmade Giant Cheese Ravioli*
$18.00
one giant four-cheese filled ravioli topped with pecorino cream, basil pesto, sauteéd spinach & extra virgin olive oil
- Top with Lump Crab Meat Ragoût For
- $8.00
Sea Scallop Risotto* **
$22.00
jumbo sea scallops with sweet peas in a pecorino & roasted red pepper pesto cream sauce
Allergens
shellfish
Kale Linguine*
$16.00
sauteéd mushrooms, artichoke hearts, goat cheese, garlic & toasted pine nuts tossed with fresh tomatoes & olive oil
Mezzaluna
$17.00
porcini mushroom & goat cheese filled mezzaluna, marsala Romano sauce & a dollop of goat cheese
Beet Capellini
$14.00
with fennel chutney & a sweet balsamic reduction
Saffron Pappardelle
$15.00
with lamb meatballs in an herb ginger saffron sauce
Italian Dumplings
$16.00
italian style dumplings stuffed with ricotta served in a lemongrass broth filled with shiitake mushrooms, leeks, basil, sun-dried tomatoes & spinach
Seafood Capellini
$21.00
shrimp, mussels, sea scallops, clams, chile & tomato basil sauce
Allergens
shellfish
Create Your Own Pasta or Risotto
Pasta $11 | risotto $13. Add grilled chicken, pancetta, cheese stuffed meatballs, lamb meatballs, italian sausage for $3, add grilled salmon, grilled shrimp for $6, add ahi tuna steak for $8, add gluten free pasta for $4, add additional ingredients for $1. Your choice of pasta, sauce & 2 ingredients
Pasta
linguine, capellini, fettuccine, pappardelle, spaghetti, gnocchi, farfalle, rigatoni, risotto, penne
Sauces
pomodoro, Bolognese, basil pesto*, alfredo, jalapeno cilantro pesto*, wild mushroom pesto*, sun-dried tomato pesto*, roasted red pepper pesto*
Ingredients
tomatoes, sweet peas, artichoke hearts, spinach, red onions, olives, eggplant, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers
Sides
Parmesan & Romano Fries**
$4.00Creamy Polenta
$5.00Vegetable Ratatouille**
$6.00Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
$5.00Creamy Risotto
$5.00Desserts
Key Lime Pie
$6.00Italian Cream Cake*
$7.00Tiramisu
$7.00Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake
$8.00Pistachio Crème Cannoli*
$7.00Crème Brûlée**
$7.00Flourless Chocolate Cake**
$8.00Gelato
$6.00Spumoni
$6.00Drinks
Sodas
$3.00Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
$3.00Lemonade
$4.00San Pelligrino
$5.00Coffee (Regular or Decaf)
$3.00Cappuccino
$4.00Espresso
$3.00Hot Chocolate
$4.00Latte
$4.00
*Contains nuts. **Gluten friendly option
Antipasti
Crisp Calamari
$10.00
with spicy tomato lemon chermoula
Mushroom Risotto Croquettes*
$9.00
stuffed with fresh mozzarella, kalamata olives & basil topped with jalapeno cilantro pesto sauce
Grilled Artichokes**
$12.00
pecorino cheese, olive oil, roasted jalapeno & lemon
Shrimp Scampi
$13.00
fresh tomatoes, garlic, olive oil & tomato basil sauce
Allergens
shellfish
Steamed Mussels**
$14.00
white wine, lemon, garlic & roasted tomato butter
Allergens
shellfish
Tomato or Eggplant Bruschetta*
$9.00
choice of relish drizzled with olive oil on toasted crostini, sprinkled with shaved parmesan cheese
Beef Carpaccio**
$12.00
mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, capers, kalamata olives, shaved parmesan & lemon olive oil
Soups & Salads
add grilled chicken to any salad for $3, add grilled salmon or shrimp for $6, add ahi tuna steak for $8
Potato Leek Soup
$6.00Tomato Basil Bisque
$5.00
with a fresh basil chiffonade
Mia Bella House Salad* **
fresh baby greens, sliced pears, tomatoes, red onions, walnuts, goat cheese & balsamic vinaigrette
- $9.00
- Half Salad $6.00
Mia Bella Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, anchovies & caesar dressing
- $9.00
- Half Salad $6.00
Asparagus & Kale Salad**
$9.00
with pecorino cheese, white raisins, lemon & olive oil
Caprese Modo Mio** *
$11.00
fresh tomato slices, fresh mozzarella & basil pesto
Arugula & Shaved Fennel**
$12.00
with pecorino, gorgonzola, grapefruit segments, cherry tomatoes & grapefruit vinaigrette
Fresh Pastas & Risottos
Fresh handmade pasta, prepared daily. Ask your server about our gluten friendly options
Cilantro Jalapeno Fettuccine Scampi
$16.00
sauteéd shrimp tossed in olive oil with a hint of crushed red pepper & cherry tomatoes
Allergens
shellfish
Smoked Duck Tortelloni
$22.00
fresh pasta filled with smoked duck, fresh ricotta & orange chili cream reduction
Polpette
$17.00
two giant meatballs filled with sun-dried tomatoes & ricotta cheese over fresh whole wheat spaghetti with tomatoes, mushrooms & tomato basil olive oil
Whole Wheat Tortellini
$22.00
three-cheese tortellini, spinach, grilled chicken & tomato basil cream sauce
Potato Gnocchi* **
$13.00
shiitake mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, spinach, basil pesto with ricotta cheese & pecorino cream
Handmade Giant Cheese Ravioli*
$18.00
one giant four-cheese filled ravioli topped with pecorino cream, basil pesto, sauteéd spinach & extra virgin olive oil
- Top with Lump Crab Meat Ragoût For
- $8.00
Sea Scallop Risotto* **
$22.00
jumbo sea scallops with sweet peas in a pecorino & roasted red pepper pesto cream sauce
Allergens
shellfish
Kale Linguine
$16.00
sauteéd mushrooms, artichoke hearts, goat cheese, garlic & toasted pine nuts tossed with fresh tomatoes & olive oil
Allergens
shellfish
Mezzaluna
$17.00
porcini mushroom & goat cheese filled mezzaluna, marsala Romano sauce & a dollop of goat cheese
Beet Capellini
$14.00
with fennel chutney & a sweet balsamic reduction
Saffron Pappardelle
$15.00
with lamb meatballs in an herb ginger saffron sauce
Italian Dumplings
$16.00
italian style dumplings stuffed with ricotta served in a lemongrass broth filled with shitake mushrooms, leeks, basil, sun-dried tomatoes & spinach
Seafood Capellini
$21.00
shrimp, mussels, sea scallops, clams, chile & tomato basil sauce
Allergens
shellfish
Create Your Own Pasta or Risotto
Pasta $11 | Risotto $13. Add grilled chicken, pancetta, cheese stuffed meatballs, lamb meatballs, italian sausage for $3, add grilled salmon, grilled shrimp for $6, add ahi tuna steak for $8, add gluten free pasta for $4, add additional ingredients for $1. Your choice of pasta, sauce & 2 ingredients
Pasta
linguine, capellini, fettuccine, pappardelle, spaghetti, gnocchi, farfalle, rigatoni, risotto, penne
Sauces
pomodoro, Bolognese, basil pesto*, alfredo, jalapeno cilantro pesto*, wild mushroom pesto*, sun-dried tomato pesto*, roasted red pepper pesto*
Ingredients
tomatoes, sweet peas, artichoke hearts, spinach, olives, eggplant, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes
Brick Oven Pizzas
Signature Pizza*
$16.00
wild mushroom trio, mozzarella, truffle oil & basil pesto sauce
Roasted Vegetable Pizza*
$13.00
yellow squash, zucchini, eggplant, cherry tomatoes, Portobello mushrooms, basil pesto & goat cheese
Pizza Blanco
$13.00
romano cream, grilled chicken & spinach
Margherita
$13.00
roma tomatoes, basil, fresh mozzarella, olive oil & fresh tomato sauce
Prosciutto, Arugula & Mozzarella
$14.00
thinly sliced prosciutto, arugula, fresh mozzarella & fresh tomato sauce
Create Your Own Pizza
$12. Add additional ingredients for $1, add grilled chicken or italian sausage for $3 or shrimp for $6, make it a calzone for $2
Sauce
choice of sauce: mushroom pesto*, sun-dried tomato pesto*, basil pesto*, arugula pesto*, alfredo, tomato
Toppings
choice of 2 toppings: red onions, anchovies, spinach, olives, roasted red peppers, fresh Tomatoes, jalapenos, pepperoni, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, artichokes
Brick Oven Sandwiches
Served with parmesan & romano fries. Substitute a half salad or cup of soup for $2
Mia Bella Burger
$12.00
grass-fed beef topped with caramelized balsamic onions & fresh mozzarella cheese, brushed with harissa aioli
Meatball
$11.00
brioche bun topped with spicy tomato sauce, romano & mozzarella cheeses drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
Portobello*
$10.00
grilled portobello topped with tomato & mozzarella cheese, brushed with roasted jalapeno cilantro pesto aioli
Steak*
$12.00
grilled beef tenderloin topped with sautéed onions, mushrooms & mozzarella cheese, brushed with roasted jalapeno cilantro pesto aioli
Grilled Chicken*
$11.00
grilled chicken breast topped with grilled vegetables &goat cheese, brushed with roasted jalapeno cilantro pesto aioli
Roasted Chicken Muffalata
$11.00
with an olive topenade on fresh baked focaccia
Chef's Specialties
Seafood Lasagna*
$17.00
lasagna layered with seafood, mushrooms & a three-cheese blend, topped with lobster madeira cream sauce, sautéed spinach, jumbo shrimp & clams
Chicken Piccata Modo Mio*
$14.00
sun-dried tomato pesto risotto, artichoke hearts, fresh tomatoes, capers & shiitake mushrooms in a white wine lemon butter sauce with a touch of tomato basil
Grilled Salmon
$17.00
creamy lemon zest risotto, cherry tomatoes, grapefruit segments, grapefruit vinaigrette & grilled asparagus
Chicken Parmigiana*
$17.00
stuffed with spinach, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, angel hair pasta & tomato basil pesto cream sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana
$14.00
roasted eggplant layered lasagna style with a spinach ricotta mixture, topped with a tomato basil cream sauce on a bed of angel hair pasta
Chicken Crêpe*
$17.00
sautéed chicken breast, spinach, roasted red peppers, leeks, mushrooms & mozzarella cheese in a sage butter sauce
- Substitute Grilled Shrimp For
- $5.00
Chicken Marsala
$15.00
with a side of pecorino gnocchi
Pork Tenderloin**
$15.00
pear chutney risotto, sautéed vegetables & sweet balsamic reduction
Fresh Fish Selection
ask your server about the fresh fish selection
- Mkt Price
Sides
Parmesan & Romano Fries*
$4.00Creamy Polenta
$5.00Vegetable Ratatouille*
$6.00Creamy Risotto
$5.00Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
$5.00Desserts
Key Lime Pie
$5.00Italian Cream Cake*
$6.00Tiramisu
$6.00Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake
$7.00Pistachio Crème Cannoli*
$6.00Crème Brûlée**
$6.00Flourless Chocolate Cake**
$7.00Gelato
$5.00Spumoni
$5.00Drinks
Sodas
$3.00Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
$3.00Lemonade
$4.00San Pelligrino
$5.00Coffee (Regular or Decaf)
$3.00Cappuccino
$4.00Espresso
$3.00Hot Chocolate
$4.00Latte
$4.00
*Contains nuts. **Gluten friendly option
Brunch Specialties
All specialties are served with fresh seasonal fruit. Add grilled chicken, italian sausage or pancetta for $3, Add grilled salmon or grilled shrimp for $6
Traditional Italian Ricotta Pancakes*
$11.00
made with whole milk ricotta cheese, topped with maple syrup, banana slices, strawberries, walnuts, a dollop of ricotta cheese & whipped cream
Brioche French Toast*
$11.00
fresh baked brioche served with vanilla custard, topped with banana slices, strawberries & walnuts
Vegetable Frittata**
$12.00
with assorted vegetables & romano cheese, served with parmesan & romano fries
Italian Sausage Frittata**
$10.00
with provolone cheese served with parmesan & romano fries
Eggs Ratatouille**
$9.00
two poached eggs served over a bed of vegetable ratatouille, served with parmesan & romano fries
Pizza Modo Mio
$13.00
with fresh tomato sauce & oven roasted eggs with a choice of 2 ingredients: olives, tomatoes, mushrooms
Eggs Benedict
all benedicts are served with fresh seasonal fruit & parmesan & romano fries
Mia Bella's Italian Breakfast
$12.00
two poached eggs served over sautéed spinach, potatoes, onions & mushrooms, topped with hollandaise sauce, served on a toasted English muffin
Smoked Salmon
$12.00
two poached eggs topped with smoked salmon, finely chopped red onions, capers, topped with hollandaise sauce, served on a toasted English muffin
Eggs Florentine
$11.00
two poached eggs with sautéed spinach & artichoke hearts topped with hollandaise sauce, served on a toasted english muffin
Create Your Own Italian Dish
Pasta $11 | risotto $13. Add grilled chicken, pancetta, cheese stuffed meatballs, lamb meatballs, italian sausage for $3, add grilled salmon, grilled shrimp for $6, add ahi tuna steak for $8, add gluten free pasta for $4, add additional ingredients for $1. Your choice of pasta, sauce & 2 ingredients
Pasta
linguine, capellini, fettuccine, pappardelle, spaghetti, gnocchi, farfalle, rigatoni, risotto, penne
Sauces
pomodoro, Bolognese, basil pesto*, alfredo, jalapeno cilantro pesto*, wild mushroom pesto*, sun-dried tomato pesto*, roasted red pepper pesto*
Ingredients
tomatoes, sweet peas, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, eggplant, mushrooms, spinach,
Antipasti
Fresh Fruit Plate*
$12.00
fresh seasonal fruit served with a side of vanilla yogurt, pecans & a fresh baked muffin
Crisp Calamari
$10.00
with spicy tomato lemon chermoula
Crab Cake
$14.00
sweet potato balsamic chutney & saffron wine reduction
Allergens
shellfish
Beef Carpaccio**
$12.00
mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, capers, kalamata olives, shaved parmesan & lemon olive oil
Soups & Salad
add grilled chicken to any salad for $3, add grilled salmon or shrimp for $6, add ahi tuna steak for $8
Potato Leek Soup
$6.00Tomato Basil Bisque
$5.00
with a fresh basil chiffonade
Mia Bella House Salad* **
$9.00
fresh baby greens, sliced pears, tomatoes, red onions, walnuts, goat cheese & balsamic vinaigrette
Mia Bella Caesar Salad
$9.00
romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, anchovies & caesar dressing
Asparagus & Kale Salad**
$9.00
with pecorino cheese, white raisins, lemon & olive oil
Caprese Modo Mio* **
$11.00
fresh tomato slices, fresh mozzarella & basil pesto
Arugula & Shaved Fennel**
$12.00
with pecorino, gorgonzola, grapefruit segments, cherry tomatoes & grapefruit vinaigrette
*Contains nuts. **Gluten friendly option
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
Italian
Vegetarian
Meals
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday:
11:00am - 9:00pm
About Us
Mia Bella Trattoria - which translates as "My Beautiful" Trattoria - is a delightful combination of Italian tradition and regional American twists. With multiple locations, the dining destinations are fun, intimate and moderately priced just like the traditional Trattorias where Italian families gathered for wine and delicious food. In a tradition of his own making, Owner/Chef Youssef Nafaa has created an exciting menu of familiar foods pushed to a new level with daring preparations and imaginative ingredients. Wine lovers will find a pleasingly extensive list of evenly priced wines while those seeking cocktails will find the same combination of classic recipes and creative mixings which set the menus apart.
Mia Bella's owner and head chef, Youssef Nafaa presides over lunch and dinner every day and brunch on Sundays. The restaurant not only provides dine-in and carry-out, but also offers full catering services. Lunch menus include pizza, calzone, panini sandwiches, and unusual dishes like marinated quail with shrimp, and scallops with salmon lasagna. Guests can also create their own pasta or risotto by choosing from 9 kinds of pasta, 12 different ingredients and 11 different sauces. Dinners include salads, topped with asparagus, grilled hearts of romaine or smoked salmon, while main entrees include New York strip steak, caramelized halibut, and whole wheat tortellini filled with spinach. The Sunday brunch is served and guests can choose from eggs, pancakes, calzones, french toast, salmon, and omelettes cooked to their specifications.