
Italiano Please!
ClosedItalian, Roman · $ · Calgary
An Inclusive Culinary Experience in Calgary serving authentic Roman cuisine and staffed largely by members of disability and 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
Food Menu
From the restaurant's menu pageAt least 50% of our team comes from the disability and LGBTQ++ communities, creating an Inclusive Culinary Experience that blends great food with meaningful impact....
Antipasti
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Antipasto all'Italiana$12.00
One of our most popular items. Perfect way to start a meal. Exceptional quality and choice.
- Marmellata Pera e Basilico (VG, V, GF)$7.00
200ml of marmalade combining pear and basil, which pairs well with soft, mellow cheeses.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Marmellata Piccante (VG, V, GF)$5.00
20ml of very spicy marmalade made with a mix of hot and bell peppers that pairs well with a hard, full-flavoured cheese • Extra hot.
veganvegetariangluten-freespicy - Torta Rustica$7.00
A single serve savory pie made with a brisé crust and filled with either ricotta & spinach, mozzarella & mushrooms, or mozzarella and salami.
Pasta, Riso, e Parmigiane
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 2 persons $19.00 | 4 persons $30.00 | 6 persons $45.00 | 8 persons $60.00
- Lasagna al Ragù$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with classic tomato beef sauce, mozzarella, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna alla Boscaiola$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with mushrooms, sausage, Béchamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna all'Ortolana (V)$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, onions, peas, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Sorrentina (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with tomato basil sauce and mozzarella cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Liguria (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pesto and Béchamel sauce, green beans, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di pasta alla Gricia$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pancetta and parmesan cheese with a cheese cream sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
- Timballo di Pasta 4 Formaggi (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with Béchamel sauce, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, and Parmesan cheeses. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Riso alla Montagnola (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with mushrooms, smoked ham, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Bolognese (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with tomato meat sauce, mozzarella, and cheese sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Siciliana$10.00
Carnaroli rice with zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, onions, peas, flavoured with wild mint and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
- Scrigno di Melanzana (V)$10.00
Deep-fried eggplant slices wrapped around spaghetti alla chitarra in tomato basil sauce with parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Parmigiana di Melanzane (V)$10.00
Deep-fried floured eggplant slices, tomato basil sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses.
vegetarian - Fusilli 'La Dieta' (V)$10.00
Many moons ago, we participated in PASTA LA FEASTA! Calgary’s culinary festival to celebrate National Pasta Month. Our entry was “Fusilli La Dieta Romana” - Durham wheat fusilli pasta with pesto, chopped tomatoes, pine nuts, shaved parmesan, and micro basil. A truly Roman taste sensation, and we have decided to keep it on our regular menu.
vegetarian
Sauces
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 500 ml $10.00 | 750 ml $15.00 | 1 l $20.00 | 1.5 l $25.00
- Ragù Sauce (GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with beef, onion, celery, olive oil, and salt.
gluten-free - Basilico Sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with basil and olive oil.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Arrabbiata Sauce (VG, V, GF, S)$5.00
250 ml of spicy tomato sauce with garlic, olive oil, chili pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-freespicy - Marinara sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with garlic, onions, olive oil, oregano, chilli pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Pesto sauce (VG)$5.00
250ml of creamy pesto and Béchamel sauce with basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, parmesan cheese, milk, flour, and salt.
vegan - Creamy Cheese Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of creamy cheese sauce with milk, flour, olive oil, gorgonzola, parmesan cheese, and salt.
vegetarian - Pizza Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of our signature pizza sauce with a secret blend of spices, olive oil, and salt.
vegetarian
Meat Dishes
If you want something to be altered for your dietary requirements, we are happy to do so. Please request it by phone or email • For 2 persons $20.00 | 4 persons $36.00 | 8 persons $74.00
- Polpette al Sugo$12.00
Meatballs in classic tomato sauce - with tomato basil sauce with olive oil, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette al Vino Bianco
Meatballs in white wine sauce - with wine roux sauce made with flour, butter, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette ai Funghi$12.00
Meatballs in creamy mushroom sauce - with mushrooms, garlic, cream, flour, parsley, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette agli Agrumi$12.00
Meatballs in citrus sauce - with lemons, oranges, white wine, flour, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana$12.00
Cutlet cooked with a slice of prosciutto and a sage leaf in a white wine sauce | 3 cutlets per portion.
- Involtini di Carne$12.00
Pork cutlet filled with sliced cheese and cooked ham, rolled tightly and cooked with its own sauce | 3 mini rolls per portion.
- Arista alle Erbe Aromatiche (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork roast with aromatic sauce.
gluten-free - Arrosto di Manzo al Vino Rosso (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Roasted beef in a red wine sauce.
gluten-free - Lombatina di Maiale con le Mele (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork chop stewed in an apple and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Involtini alla Pizzaiola (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Meat rolls cooked in tomato sauce with Italian herbs.
gluten-free - Pollo al Sedano (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with celery, tomato sauce.
gluten-free - Spezzato al Picchiapò (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Stewed meat with tomato and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Pollo con i Peperoni (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with bell peppers and onions.
gluten-free
Add - Ons
f you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Parmigiano$3.00
100g of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Tiramisù (V)$5.00
For 2 persons $10.00 | 4 persons $20.00 | 8 persons $40.00 • Traditional dessert made with savoiardi cookies, mascarpone cream, coffee, and cocoa | Each portion is 100g.
vegetarian - Vino Bianco
Not available.
- Vino Rosso
Not available.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$3.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 750ml.
- San Pellegrino Sodas$2.50
330ml of lemon, orange, blood orange, clementine, grapefruit, and pomegranate soda.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$2.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 250ml.
Traditional
Suggested menus, made the traditional way.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; house-made bread; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with selection of salami; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Italian charcuterie & cheese selection; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; tiramisu.
Vegan Menus
Suggested menus that are either vegan by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Grilled Mediterrenean vegetables; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with dried fruit; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; roasted peppers; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; housemade bread; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Toasted bread crostino with fresh olive spread; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of toasted bread crostini with vegetable spreads; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; fresh fruit cup.
Gluten Free
Suggested menus that are either gluten free by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; GF crostini with olive oil; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; GF crostini with olive oil; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with strawberries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of Italian cheeses with berries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; GF crostini with olive oil; GF tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
Antipasti - Appetizers
- Rotolo di Frittata alle Verdure
Mini egg frittata rolls with various vegetables.
- Spicchio di Grana in Bellavista
Parmesan cheese morsels cut from the wedge, decorated with strawberries, grapes or cherry tomatoes.
- Parmigianina di Melanzane
Mini eggplant parmigiane.
- Selezione di Bruschette alle Verdure
Small bruschetta toasts with 5 vegetable toppings.
- Cubotti di Pizza Rossa Romana
Cubes of toasted Roman-style red pizza.
- Mini Suppli
Roman-style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like a ping-pong ball). With mozzarella cheese centre.
Primo Piatto - Pasta Dishes
- Scrigni di Melanzane
Pasta rolled inside a slice of fried eggplant and baked in the oven covered with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagne Bolognese, Boscaiola o Sorrentina
Lasagna with classic all-beef ragù sauce, or with ground pork and mushrooms (no tomato) sauce, or with tomato basil sauce.
- Mezze Maniche Cacio e Pepe
Pecorino cheese and black pepper pasta.
- Riso con Zucchine, Champignon e Gorgonzola
Rice with zucchini, mushrooms and gorgonzola cheese.
- Gnocchi di Patate alla Sorrentina
Potato gnocchi with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Gnocchi di Semolino 'alla Romana' con Burro e Salvia
Semolina gnocchi with butter and sage.
- Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci con Pesto e Pachino
Spinach and ricotta ravioli with pesto and diced cherry tomatoes.
- Fusilli con Pesto, Pinoli, Pachino e Grana
Pasta with pesto, diced cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan.
Secondo Piatto - Meat Dishes
- Pollo con Peperoni
Chicken on the thigh bone with tomato sauce and bell peppers.
- Involtini con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Small meat rolls with ham and cheese inside.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana
Classic Roman meat cutlet with a slice of prosciutto and sage leaf cooked in a white wine sauce.
- Polpette agli Agrumi
Meatballs in a citrus sauce.
- Pollo alla Cacciatora
Chicken on the thigh bone with cacciatora sauce.
- Polpette con Champignon
Meatballs with mushroom sauce.
Contorni - Vegetable Side Dishes
- Verdure Gratin
Mediterranean vegetables au gratin from the oven.
- Patate al Rosmarino
Oven-roasted potatoes with rosemary.
- Spinaci con Uvetta e Pinoli
Spinach sautéed with raisins and pine nuts.
- Sformatino di Zucchine
Mini zucchini flans.
- Sformatino di Carote e Spinaci
Mini carrot and spinach flans.
- Insalata Arlecchino
Brightly coloured mixed salad.
- Fagiolini con la Menta
Green string beans with mint.
- Cannellini e Sedano
White Italian bean salad with celery and olive-oil dressing.
Dolce - Dessert
- Tiramisù
Chantilly Cream with Puff Pastry Flakes and Caramel Coulis
- Hazelnut Cream Parfait
- Macedonia di Frutta
Fresh fruit salad.
Menu (Catering small items)
- Italian Spiced Nuts$3.00/each
Savoury - in a 6 oz container.
- Suppli$2.00/each
Roman style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like an egg). With mozzarella cheese centre.
- Pizza Sticks$1.50/each
Our signature red or white pizza, cut into sticks and double toasted - 4 in individually sealed bags.
- Casatiello$2.50/each
Savoury bun with ham and cheese (size is like a muffin).
- Charcuterie Cups$4.50/each
Plastic cups with taralli (Italian pretzels) in the bottom; a stuffed olive and cherry tomato skewer; a cheese and spicy/sweet salami butterflies skewer; breadstick; chocolate stick and chocolate-covered pretzel.
- Pizza Bianca Sandwich$2.50/each
Pizza bianca (the Roman version of Focaccia bread) with ham and cheese or tomato and cheese inside - 4 inches square.
- Meatballs & Pizza Stick$3.00/each
2 meatballs in tomato sauce in a cup with a white pizza stick.
- Baked Tomato Filled with Risotto$2.50/each
Small vine tomato with tomato basil risotto, oven baked - to eat in 2 bites.
- Mini Skewers with Grapes & Cheese$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Stuffed Olives & Cherry Tomato$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Prosciutto & Melon$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Cheese & Spicy / Sweet Salami Butterflies$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Black Olives & Mortadella Cube$2.00/each
- Bocconcini Salad$3.00/each
With cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella and fresh basil - in a 6-oz container.
- Sicilian Style Caponatina$3.00/each
Cubed Mediterranean vegetables, raisins and pine nuts with a sweet & bitter olive oil sauce - in a 6-oz container.
- Nizzarda Cup$3.00/each
Romaine heart shred with boiled potatoes, fresh tomatoes, green beans, black olives and hard-boiled egg - in a 6-oz container.
- Couscous with Mixed Vegetables$4.00/each
Seasoned with a sweet & bitter olive oil and honey sauce - in an 8-oz container.
- Rice Salad$4.00/each
With pickled vegetables, olives and cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With pesto, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With tuna, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and pecorino cheese - in an 8-oz container.
Menu (Breakfast)
Add Syrup, Honey, Jam, or Nutella +$0.50 | Granola +$0.70
- Pastries$3.50
Choose from a variety of muffins, sweet rolls, cake slices and strudels.
- Cornetto$3.50
Plain or Sugared
- Cornetto$3.75
With Jam
- Cornetto$3.95
Nutella
- Overnight Oats$3.50
With fresh fruit or spiced fruit
- Yoghurt Cup
With fresh fruit $3.50 | Spiced fruit $3.50 | Granola $3.75
- Breakfast Sandwich
Egg & Cheese $7.50 | Egg & Ham $7.75 | Ham & Cheese $8.75 | Mediterranean Vegetable mix $7.75 | Egg, Ham & Cheese $9.00
Italiano Please! - Food Menu
From the restaurant's menu pageAt least 50% of our team comes from the disability and LGBTQ++ communities, creating an Inclusive Culinary Experience that blends great food with meaningful impact....
Antipasti
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Antipasto all'Italiana$12.00
One of our most popular items. Perfect way to start a meal. Exceptional quality and choice.
- Marmellata Pera e Basilico (VG, V, GF)$7.00
200ml of marmalade combining pear and basil, which pairs well with soft, mellow cheeses.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Marmellata Piccante (VG, V, GF)$5.00
20ml of very spicy marmalade made with a mix of hot and bell peppers that pairs well with a hard, full-flavoured cheese • Extra hot.
veganvegetariangluten-freespicy - Torta Rustica$7.00
A single serve savory pie made with a brisé crust and filled with either ricotta & spinach, mozzarella & mushrooms, or mozzarella and salami.
Pasta, Riso, e Parmigiane
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 2 persons $19.00 | 4 persons $30.00 | 6 persons $45.00 | 8 persons $60.00
- Lasagna al Ragù$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with classic tomato beef sauce, mozzarella, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna alla Boscaiola$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with mushrooms, sausage, Béchamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna all'Ortolana (V)$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, onions, peas, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Sorrentina (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with tomato basil sauce and mozzarella cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Liguria (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pesto and Béchamel sauce, green beans, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di pasta alla Gricia$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pancetta and parmesan cheese with a cheese cream sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
- Timballo di Pasta 4 Formaggi (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with Béchamel sauce, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, and Parmesan cheeses. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Riso alla Montagnola (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with mushrooms, smoked ham, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Bolognese (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with tomato meat sauce, mozzarella, and cheese sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Siciliana$10.00
Carnaroli rice with zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, onions, peas, flavoured with wild mint and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
- Scrigno di Melanzana (V)$10.00
Deep-fried eggplant slices wrapped around spaghetti alla chitarra in tomato basil sauce with parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Parmigiana di Melanzane (V)$10.00
Deep-fried floured eggplant slices, tomato basil sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses.
vegetarian - Fusilli 'La Dieta' (V)$10.00
Many moons ago, we participated in PASTA LA FEASTA! Calgary’s culinary festival to celebrate National Pasta Month. Our entry was “Fusilli La Dieta Romana” - Durham wheat fusilli pasta with pesto, chopped tomatoes, pine nuts, shaved parmesan, and micro basil. A truly Roman taste sensation, and we have decided to keep it on our regular menu.
vegetarian
Sauces
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 500 ml $10.00 | 750 ml $15.00 | 1 l $20.00 | 1.5 l $25.00
- Ragù Sauce (GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with beef, onion, celery, olive oil, and salt.
gluten-free - Basilico Sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with basil and olive oil.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Arrabbiata Sauce (VG, V, GF, S)$5.00
250 ml of spicy tomato sauce with garlic, olive oil, chili pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-freespicy - Marinara sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with garlic, onions, olive oil, oregano, chilli pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Pesto sauce (VG)$5.00
250ml of creamy pesto and Béchamel sauce with basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, parmesan cheese, milk, flour, and salt.
vegan - Creamy Cheese Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of creamy cheese sauce with milk, flour, olive oil, gorgonzola, parmesan cheese, and salt.
vegetarian - Pizza Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of our signature pizza sauce with a secret blend of spices, olive oil, and salt.
vegetarian
Meat Dishes
If you want something to be altered for your dietary requirements, we are happy to do so. Please request it by phone or email • For 2 persons $20.00 | 4 persons $36.00 | 8 persons $74.00
- Polpette al Sugo$12.00
Meatballs in classic tomato sauce - with tomato basil sauce with olive oil, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette al Vino Bianco
Meatballs in white wine sauce - with wine roux sauce made with flour, butter, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette ai Funghi$12.00
Meatballs in creamy mushroom sauce - with mushrooms, garlic, cream, flour, parsley, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette agli Agrumi$12.00
Meatballs in citrus sauce - with lemons, oranges, white wine, flour, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana$12.00
Cutlet cooked with a slice of prosciutto and a sage leaf in a white wine sauce | 3 cutlets per portion.
- Involtini di Carne$12.00
Pork cutlet filled with sliced cheese and cooked ham, rolled tightly and cooked with its own sauce | 3 mini rolls per portion.
- Arista alle Erbe Aromatiche (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork roast with aromatic sauce.
gluten-free - Arrosto di Manzo al Vino Rosso (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Roasted beef in a red wine sauce.
gluten-free - Lombatina di Maiale con le Mele (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork chop stewed in an apple and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Involtini alla Pizzaiola (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Meat rolls cooked in tomato sauce with Italian herbs.
gluten-free - Pollo al Sedano (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with celery, tomato sauce.
gluten-free - Spezzato al Picchiapò (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Stewed meat with tomato and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Pollo con i Peperoni (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with bell peppers and onions.
gluten-free
Add - Ons
f you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Parmigiano$3.00
100g of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Tiramisù (V)$5.00
For 2 persons $10.00 | 4 persons $20.00 | 8 persons $40.00 • Traditional dessert made with savoiardi cookies, mascarpone cream, coffee, and cocoa | Each portion is 100g.
vegetarian - Vino BiancoNot available.
- Vino RossoNot available.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$3.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 750ml.
- San Pellegrino Sodas$2.50
330ml of lemon, orange, blood orange, clementine, grapefruit, and pomegranate soda.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$2.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 250ml.
Traditional
Suggested menus, made the traditional way.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; house-made bread; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with selection of salami; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Italian charcuterie & cheese selection; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; tiramisu.
Vegan Menus
Suggested menus that are either vegan by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Grilled Mediterrenean vegetables; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with dried fruit; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; roasted peppers; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; housemade bread; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Toasted bread crostino with fresh olive spread; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of toasted bread crostini with vegetable spreads; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; fresh fruit cup.
Gluten Free
Suggested menus that are either gluten free by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; GF crostini with olive oil; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; GF crostini with olive oil; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with strawberries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of Italian cheeses with berries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; GF crostini with olive oil; GF tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
Antipasti - Appetizers
- Rotolo di Frittata alle Verdure
Mini egg frittata rolls with various vegetables.
- Spicchio di Grana in Bellavista
Parmesan cheese morsels cut from the wedge, decorated with strawberries, grapes or cherry tomatoes.
- Parmigianina di Melanzane
Mini eggplant parmigiane.
- Selezione di Bruschette alle Verdure
Small bruschetta toasts with 5 vegetable toppings.
- Cubotti di Pizza Rossa Romana
Cubes of toasted Roman-style red pizza.
- Mini Suppli
Roman-style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like a ping-pong ball). With mozzarella cheese centre.
Primo Piatto - Pasta Dishes
- Scrigni di Melanzane
Pasta rolled inside a slice of fried eggplant and baked in the oven covered with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagne Bolognese, Boscaiola o Sorrentina
Lasagna with classic all-beef ragù sauce, or with ground pork and mushrooms (no tomato) sauce, or with tomato basil sauce.
- Mezze Maniche Cacio e Pepe
Pecorino cheese and black pepper pasta.
- Riso con Zucchine, Champignon e Gorgonzola
Rice with zucchini, mushrooms and gorgonzola cheese.
- Gnocchi di Patate alla Sorrentina
Potato gnocchi with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Gnocchi di Semolino 'alla Romana' con Burro e Salvia
Semolina gnocchi with butter and sage.
- Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci con Pesto e Pachino
Spinach and ricotta ravioli with pesto and diced cherry tomatoes.
- Fusilli con Pesto, Pinoli, Pachino e Grana
Pasta with pesto, diced cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan.
Secondo Piatto - Meat Dishes
- Pollo con Peperoni
Chicken on the thigh bone with tomato sauce and bell peppers.
- Involtini con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Small meat rolls with ham and cheese inside.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana
Classic Roman meat cutlet with a slice of prosciutto and sage leaf cooked in a white wine sauce.
- Polpette agli Agrumi
Meatballs in a citrus sauce.
- Pollo alla Cacciatora
Chicken on the thigh bone with cacciatora sauce.
- Polpette con Champignon
Meatballs with mushroom sauce.
Contorni - Vegetable Side Dishes
- Verdure Gratin
Mediterranean vegetables au gratin from the oven.
- Patate al Rosmarino
Oven-roasted potatoes with rosemary.
- Spinaci con Uvetta e Pinoli
Spinach sautéed with raisins and pine nuts.
- Sformatino di Zucchine
Mini zucchini flans.
- Sformatino di Carote e Spinaci
Mini carrot and spinach flans.
- Insalata Arlecchino
Brightly coloured mixed salad.
- Fagiolini con la Menta
Green string beans with mint.
- Cannellini e Sedano
White Italian bean salad with celery and olive-oil dressing.
Dolce - Dessert
- Tiramisù
- Chantilly Cream with Puff Pastry Flakes and Caramel Coulis
- Hazelnut Cream Parfait
- Macedonia di Frutta
Fresh fruit salad.
Menu (Catering Items)
- Italian Spiced Nuts$3.00/each
Savoury - in a 6 oz container.
- Suppli$2.00/each
Roman style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like an egg). With mozzarella cheese centre.
- Pizza Sticks$1.50/each
Our signature red or white pizza, cut into sticks and double toasted - 4 in individually sealed bags.
- Casatiello$2.50/each
Savoury bun with ham and cheese (size is like a muffin).
- Charcuterie Cups$4.50/each
Plastic cups with taralli (Italian pretzels) in the bottom; a stuffed olive and cherry tomato skewer; a cheese and spicy/sweet salami butterflies skewer; breadstick; chocolate stick and chocolate-covered pretzel.
- Pizza Bianca Sandwich$2.50/each
Pizza bianca (the Roman version of Focaccia bread) with ham and cheese or tomato and cheese inside - 4 inches square.
- Meatballs & Pizza Stick$3.00/each
2 meatballs in tomato sauce in a cup with a white pizza stick.
- Baked Tomato Filled with Risotto$2.50/each
Small vine tomato with tomato basil risotto, oven baked - to eat in 2 bites.
- Mini Skewers with Grapes & Cheese$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Stuffed Olives & Cherry Tomato$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Prosciutto & Melon$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Cheese & Spicy / Sweet Salami Butterflies$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Black Olives & Mortadella Cube$2.00/each
- Bocconcini Salad$3.00/each
With cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella and fresh basil - in a 6-oz container.
- Sicilian Style Caponatina$3.00/each
Cubed Mediterranean vegetables, raisins and pine nuts with a sweet & bitter olive oil sauce - in a 6-oz container.
- Nizzarda Cup$3.00/each
Romaine heart shred with boiled potatoes, fresh tomatoes, green beans, black olives and hard-boiled egg - in a 6-oz container.
- Couscous with Mixed Vegetables$4.00/each
Seasoned with a sweet & bitter olive oil and honey sauce - in an 8-oz container.
- Rice Salad$4.00/each
With pickled vegetables, olives and cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With pesto, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With tuna, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and pecorino cheese - in an 8-oz container.
Menu (Breakfast / Pastries)
Add Syrup, Honey, Jam, or Nutella +$0.50 | Granola +$0.70
- Pastries$3.50
Choose from a variety of muffins, sweet rolls, cake slices and strudels.
- Cornetto
Plain or Sugared $3.50 | With Jam $3.75 | Nutella $3.95
- Overnight Oats$3.50
With fresh fruit or spiced fruit
- Yoghurt Cup
With fresh fruit $3.50 | Spiced fruit $3.50 | Granola $3.75
- Breakfast Sandwich
Egg & Cheese $7.50 | Egg & Ham $7.75 | Ham & Cheese $8.75 | Mediterranean Vegetable mix $7.75 | Egg, Ham & Cheese $9.00
Our Menu
From the restaurant's menu pageV- Vegetarian | VG - Vegan | GF - Gluten Free
Antipasti
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Antipasto all'Italiana$12.00
One of our most popular items. Perfect way to start a meal. Exceptional quality and choice.
- Marmellata Pera e Basilico (VG, V, GF)$7.00
200ml of marmalade combining pear and basil, which pairs well with soft, mellow cheeses.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Marmellata Piccante (VG, V, GF)$5.00
20ml of very spicy marmalade made with a mix of hot and bell peppers that pairs well with a hard, full-flavoured cheese • Extra hot.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Torta Rustica$7.00
A single serve savory pie made with a brisé crust and filled with either ricotta & spinach, mozzarella & mushrooms, or mozzarella and salami.
Pasta, Riso, e Parmigiane
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 2 persons $19.00 | 4 persons $30.00 | 6 persons $45.00 | 8 persons $60.00
- Lasagna al Ragù$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with classic tomato beef sauce, mozzarella, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna alla Boscaiola$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with mushrooms, sausage, Béchamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna all'Ortolana (V)$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, onions, peas, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Sorrentina (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with tomato basil sauce and mozzarella cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Liguria (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pesto and Béchamel sauce, green beans, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di pasta alla Gricia$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pancetta and parmesan cheese with a cheese cream sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
- Timballo di Pasta 4 Formaggi (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with Béchamel sauce, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, and Parmesan cheeses. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Riso alla Montagnola (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with mushrooms, smoked ham, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Bolognese (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with tomato meat sauce, mozzarella, and cheese sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Siciliana$10.00
Carnaroli rice with zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, onions, peas, flavoured with wild mint and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
- Scrigno di Melanzana (V)$10.00
Deep-fried eggplant slices wrapped around spaghetti alla chitarra in tomato basil sauce with parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Parmigiana di Melanzane (V)$10.00
Deep-fried floured eggplant slices, tomato basil sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses.
vegetarian - Fusilli 'La Dieta' (V)$10.00
Many moons ago, we participated in PASTA LA FEASTA! Calgary’s culinary festival to celebrate National Pasta Month. Our entry was “Fusilli La Dieta Romana” - Durham wheat fusilli pasta with pesto, chopped tomatoes, pine nuts, shaved parmesan, and micro basil. A truly Roman taste sensation, and we have decided to keep it on our regular menu.
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Sauces
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 500 ml $10.00 | 750 ml $15.00 | 1 l $20.00 | 1.5 l $25.00
- Ragù Sauce (GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with beef, onion, celery, olive oil, and salt.
gluten-free - Basilico Sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with basil and olive oil.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Arrabbiata Sauce (VG, V, GF, S)$5.00
250 ml of spicy tomato sauce with garlic, olive oil, chili pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-freespicy - Marinara sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with garlic, onions, olive oil, oregano, chilli pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Pesto sauce (VG)$5.00
250ml of creamy pesto and Béchamel sauce with basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, parmesan cheese, milk, flour, and salt.
vegan - Creamy Cheese Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of creamy cheese sauce with milk, flour, olive oil, gorgonzola, parmesan cheese, and salt.
vegetarian - Pizza Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of our signature pizza sauce with a secret blend of spices, olive oil, and salt.
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Meat Dishes
If you want something to be altered for your dietary requirements, we are happy to do so. Please request it by phone or email • For 2 persons $20.00 | 4 persons $36.00 | 8 persons $74.00
- Polpette al Sugo$12.00
Meatballs in classic tomato sauce - with tomato basil sauce with olive oil, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette al Vino Bianco
Meatballs in white wine sauce - with wine roux sauce made with flour, butter, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette ai Funghi$12.00
Meatballs in creamy mushroom sauce - with mushrooms, garlic, cream, flour, parsley, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette agli Agrumi$12.00
Meatballs in citrus sauce - with lemons, oranges, white wine, flour, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana$12.00
Cutlet cooked with a slice of prosciutto and a sage leaf in a white wine sauce | 3 cutlets per portion.
- Involtini di Carne$12.00
Pork cutlet filled with sliced cheese and cooked ham, rolled tightly and cooked with its own sauce | 3 mini rolls per portion.
- Arista alle Erbe Aromatiche (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork roast with aromatic sauce.
gluten-free - Arrosto di Manzo al Vino Rosso (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Roasted beef in a red wine sauce.
gluten-free - Lombatina di Maiale con le Mele (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork chop stewed in an apple and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Involtini alla Pizzaiola (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Meat rolls cooked in tomato sauce with Italian herbs.
gluten-free - Pollo al Sedano (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with celery, tomato sauce.
gluten-free - Spezzato al Picchiapò (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Stewed meat with tomato and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Pollo con i Peperoni (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with bell peppers and onions.
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Add - Ons
f you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Parmigiano$3.00
100g of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Tiramisù (V)$5.00
For 2 persons $10.00 | 4 persons $20.00 | 8 persons $40.00 • Traditional dessert made with savoiardi cookies, mascarpone cream, coffee, and cocoa | Each portion is 100g.
vegetarian - Vino Bianco
Not available.
- Vino Rosso
Not available.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$3.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 750ml.
- San Pellegrino Sodas$2.50
330ml of lemon, orange, blood orange, clementine, grapefruit, and pomegranate soda.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$2.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 250ml.
Traditional
Suggested menus, made the traditional way.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; house-made bread; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with selection of salami; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Italian charcuterie & cheese selection; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; tiramisu.
Vegan Menus
Suggested menus that are either vegan by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Grilled Mediterrenean vegetables; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with dried fruit; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; roasted peppers; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; housemade bread; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Toasted bread crostino with fresh olive spread; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of toasted bread crostini with vegetable spreads; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; fresh fruit cup.
Gluten Free
Suggested menus that are either gluten free by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; GF crostini with olive oil; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; GF crostini with olive oil; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with strawberries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of Italian cheeses with berries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; GF crostini with olive oil; GF tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
Antipasti - Appetizers
- Rotolo di Frittata alle Verdure
Mini egg frittata rolls with various vegetables.
- Spicchio di Grana in Bellavista
Parmesan cheese morsels cut from the wedge, decorated with strawberries, grapes or cherry tomatoes.
- Parmigianina di Melanzane
Mini eggplant parmigiane.
- Selezione di Bruschette alle Verdure
Small bruschetta toasts with 5 vegetable toppings.
- Cubotti di Pizza Rossa Romana
Cubes of toasted Roman-style red pizza.
- Mini Suppli
Roman-style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like a ping-pong ball). With mozzarella cheese centre.
Primo Piatto - Pasta Dishes
- Scrigni di Melanzane
Pasta rolled inside a slice of fried eggplant and baked in the oven covered with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagne Bolognese, Boscaiola o Sorrentina
Lasagna with classic all-beef ragù sauce, or with ground pork and mushrooms (no tomato) sauce, or with tomato basil sauce.
- Mezze Maniche Cacio e Pepe
Pecorino cheese and black pepper pasta.
- Riso con Zucchine, Champignon e Gorgonzola
Rice with zucchini, mushrooms and gorgonzola cheese.
- Gnocchi di Patate alla Sorrentina
Potato gnocchi with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Gnocchi di Semolino 'alla Romana' con Burro e Salvia
Semolina gnocchi with butter and sage.
- Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci con Pesto e Pachino
Spinach and ricotta ravioli with pesto and diced cherry tomatoes.
- Fusilli con Pesto, Pinoli, Pachino e Grana
Pasta with pesto, diced cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan.
Secondo Piatto - Meat Dishes
- Pollo con Peperoni
Chicken on the thigh bone with tomato sauce and bell peppers.
- Involtini con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Small meat rolls with ham and cheese inside.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana
Classic Roman meat cutlet with a slice of prosciutto and sage leaf cooked in a white wine sauce.
- Polpette agli Agrumi
Meatballs in a citrus sauce.
- Pollo alla Cacciatora
Chicken on the thigh bone with cacciatora sauce.
- Polpette con Champignon
Meatballs with mushroom sauce.
Contorni - Vegetable Side Dishes
- Verdure Gratin
Mediterranean vegetables au gratin from the oven.
- Patate al Rosmarino
Oven-roasted potatoes with rosemary.
- Spinaci con Uvetta e Pinoli
Spinach sautéed with raisins and pine nuts.
- Sformatino di Zucchine
Mini zucchini flans.
- Sformatino di Carote e Spinaci
Mini carrot and spinach flans.
- Insalata Arlecchino
Brightly coloured mixed salad.
- Fagiolini con la Menta
Green string beans with mint.
- Cannellini e Sedano
White Italian bean salad with celery and olive-oil dressing.
Dolce - Dessert
- Tiramisù
- Chantilly Cream with Puff Pastry Flakes and Caramel Coulis
- Hazelnut Cream Parfait
- Macedonia di Frutta
Fresh fruit salad.
- This is our standard list, and elements can be combined as desired.
Menu
Italian Spiced Nuts $3.00/each Savoury - in a 6 oz container.
- Italian Spiced Nuts$3.00/each
Savoury - in a 6 oz container.
- Suppli$2.00/each
Roman style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like an egg). With mozzarella cheese centre.
- Pizza Sticks$1.50/each
Our signature red or white pizza, cut into sticks and double toasted - 4 in individually sealed bags.
- Casatiello$2.50/each
Savoury bun with ham and cheese (size is like a muffin).
- Charcuterie Cups$4.50/each
Plastic cups with taralli (Italian pretzels) in the bottom; a stuffed olive and cherry tomato skewer; a cheese and spicy/sweet salami butterflies skewer; breadstick; chocolate stick and chocolate-covered pretzel.
- Pizza Bianca Sandwich$2.50/each
Pizza bianca (the Roman version of Focaccia bread) with ham and cheese or tomato and cheese inside - 4 inches square.
- Meatballs & Pizza Stick$3.00/each
2 meatballs in tomato sauce in a cup with a white pizza stick.
- Baked Tomato Filled with Risotto$2.50/each
Small vine tomato with tomato basil risotto, oven baked - to eat in 2 bites.
- Mini Skewers with Grapes & Cheese$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Stuffed Olives & Cherry Tomato$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Prosciutto & Melon$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Cheese & Spicy / Sweet Salami Butterflies$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Black Olives & Mortadella Cube$2.00/each
- Bocconcini Salad$3.00/each
With cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella and fresh basil - in a 6-oz container.
- Sicilian Style Caponatina$3.00/each
Cubed Mediterranean vegetables, raisins and pine nuts with a sweet & bitter olive oil sauce - in a 6-oz container.
- Nizzarda Cup$3.00/each
Romaine heart shred with boiled potatoes, fresh tomatoes, green beans, black olives and hard-boiled egg - in a 6-oz container.
- Couscous with Mixed Vegetables$4.00/each
Seasoned with a sweet & bitter olive oil and honey sauce - in an 8-oz container.
- Rice Salad$4.00/each
With pickled vegetables, olives and cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With pesto, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With tuna, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and pecorino cheese - in an 8-oz container.
Menu
Add Syrup, Honey, Jam, or Nutella +$0.50 | Granola +$0.70
- Pastries$3.50
Choose from a variety of muffins, sweet rolls, cake slices and strudels.
- CornettoPlain or Sugared $3.50 | With Jam $3.75 | Nutella $3.95
- Overnight Oats$3.50
With fresh fruit or spiced fruit
- Yoghurt CupWith fresh fruit $3.50 | Spiced fruit $3.50 | Granola $3.75
- Breakfast SandwichEgg & Cheese $7.50 | Egg & Ham $7.75 | Ham & Cheese $8.75 | Mediterranean Vegetable mix $7.75 | Egg,
Corporate Lunch Options
From the restaurant's PDF menu# of people Notice Required Light Lunch Basic Lunch Full Lunch 1 to 7 people 24hrs* $21.50 $26.50 $35 7 to 20 people 48hrs* $21.50 $26.50 $35 over 20 people 96 hrs* $20.00 $25.00 $33.00 There are 3 different menus for 3 options, Traditional, Vegan, or Gluten Free. We include our standard menus, however, we accommodate personalized options. Please see our full menu at italianoplease.com. Call or email us to discuss changes and to make your order. Corporate Lunch Options For delivery, please add $8 for each address within Calgary The costs are based per person 403 702 2542 [email protected] ItalianoPlease.com Light Lunch: entree, side dish and dessert Basic Lunch: appetizer, entree, side dish and dessert Full Lunch: full appetizer, entree, side dish, bread & dessert
Cold Lunches
- Pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers, tomato and rocket salad, strawberry mousse
- Mini skewer with grapes and cheese, pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers, tomato and rocket salad, strawberry mousse
- Selection of charcuterie skewers, pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers, tomato and rocket salad, house- made bread, strawberry mousse
Warm Lunches
- Eggplant parmigiana, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, hazelnut delight parfait
- Parma ham and melon slice, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, hazelnut delight parfait
- Parma ham and melon slice & frittata rolls, eggplant parmigiana, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, house-made bread, hazelnut delight
Hot Lunches
- Lasagna with meat sauce, grilled mediterranean vegetables, tiramisu
- Pecorino cheese with finocchiona salami, lasagna with meat sauce, mediterranean vegetables, tiramisu
- Italian charcuterie& cheese selection, lasagna with meat sauce, grilled mediterranean vegetables, house-made bread, tiramisu
Corporate Catering Lunch Menus - Traditional
From the restaurant's PDF menu403 702 2542 [email protected] ItalianoPlease.com
Cold Lunches
- Pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers, tomato and rocket salad, strawberry mousse
- Mini skewer with grapes and cheese, pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers, tomato and rocket salad, strawberry mousse
- Selection of charcuterie skewers, pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers, tomato and rocket salad, house- made bread, strawberry mousse
Warm Lunches
- Eggplant parmigiana, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, hazelnut delight parfait
- Parma ham and melon slice, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, hazelnut delight parfait
- Parma ham and melon slice & frittata rolls, eggplant parmigiana, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, house-made bread, hazelnut delight
Hot Lunches
- Lasagna with meat sauce, grilled mediterranean vegetables, tiramisu
- Pecorino cheese with finocchiona salami, lasagna with meat sauce, mediterranean vegetables, tiramisu
- Italian charcuterie& cheese selection, lasagna with meat sauce, grilled mediterranean vegetables, house-made bread, tiramisu
Corporate Catering Lunch - VEGAN Menus
From the restaurant's PDF menu403 702 2542 [email protected] ItalianoPlease.com
Cold Lunches
- Baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice, tomato and rocket salad, strawberries in lemon sauce
- Grilled mediterrenean vegetables, baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice, tomato and rocket salad, strawberries in lemon sauce
- Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with dried fruit, baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice, tomato and rocket salad, house- made bread, strawberry in lemon sauce
Warm Lunches
- Eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese, spelt salad, fresh fruit
- Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary, eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese, spelt salad, fresh fruit salad
- Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary & roasted peppers, eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese, spelt salad, house- made bread, fresh fruit salad
Hot Lunches
- Baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas, grilled mediterranean vegetables, fresh fruit salad
- Toasted bread crostino with fresh olive paste, baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas, grilled mediterranean vegetables, fresh fruit salad
- Selection of toasted bread crostini with vegetable spreads, baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas, grilled mediterranean vegetables, house-made bread, fresh fruit salad
Corporate Catering Lunch Menus - Gluten Free
From the restaurant's PDF menu403 702 2542 [email protected] ItalianoPlease.com
Cold Lunches
- Rice salad with mixed vegetables & egg, tomato and rocket salad, strawberry mousse
- Mini skewer with grapes and cheese, rice salad with mixed vegetables & egg, tomato and rocket salad, strawberry mousse
- Selection of charcuterie skewers, rice salad with mixed vegetables & egg, tomato and rocket salad, GF crostini with olive oil, strawberry mousse
Warm Lunches
- Eggplant parmigiana without flour, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, hazelnut delight parfait
- Parma ham and melon slice, eggplant parmigiana without flour, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, hazelnut delight parfait
- Parma ham and melon slice & frittata rolls, eggplant parmigiana without flour, baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad, GF crostini with olive oil, hazelnut delight parfait
Hot Lunches
- baked rice with meat sauce, grilled mediterranean vegetables, gluten free tiramisu or fresh fruit salad
- Pecorino cheese with strawberries, baked rice with meat sauce, grilled mediterranean vegetables, gluten free tiramisu or fresh fruit salad
- Selection of Italian cheeses with berries, baked rice with meat sauce, grilled mediterranean vegetables, GF crostini with olive oil, GF tiramisu or fresh fruit salad
Gala Meal Menu
From the restaurant's menu pageAt least 50% of our team comes from the disability and LGBTQ++ communities, creating an Inclusive Culinary Experience that blends great food with meaningful impact.... V- Vegetarian | VG - Vegan | GF - Gluten Free
Antipasti
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Antipasto all'Italiana$12.00
One of our most popular items. Perfect way to start a meal. Exceptional quality and choice.
- Marmellata Pera e Basilico (VG, V, GF)$7.00
200ml of marmalade combining pear and basil, which pairs well with soft, mellow cheeses.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Marmellata Piccante (VG, V, GF)$5.00
20ml of very spicy marmalade made with a mix of hot and bell peppers that pairs well with a hard, full-flavoured cheese • Extra hot.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Torta Rustica$7.00
A single serve savory pie made with a brisé crust and filled with either ricotta & spinach, mozzarella & mushrooms, or mozzarella and salami.
Pasta, Riso, e Parmigiane
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 2 persons $19.00 | 4 persons $30.00 | 6 persons $45.00 | 8 persons $60.00
- Lasagna al Ragù$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with classic tomato beef sauce, mozzarella, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna alla Boscaiola$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with mushrooms, sausage, Béchamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagna all'Ortolana (V)$10.00
Egg noodle pasta with zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, onions, peas, Besciamel sauce, and parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Sorrentina (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with tomato basil sauce and mozzarella cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Pasta alla Liguria (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pesto and Béchamel sauce, green beans, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di pasta alla Gricia$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with pancetta and parmesan cheese with a cheese cream sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
- Timballo di Pasta 4 Formaggi (V)$10.00
Durum wheat pasta with Béchamel sauce, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, and Parmesan cheeses. With extra sauce for serving.
vegetarian - Timballo di Riso alla Montagnola (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with mushrooms, smoked ham, and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Bolognese (GF)$10.00
Carnaroli rice with tomato meat sauce, mozzarella, and cheese sauce. With extra sauce for serving.
gluten-free - Timballo di Riso alla Siciliana$10.00
Carnaroli rice with zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, onions, peas, flavoured with wild mint and parmesan cheese. With extra sauce for serving.
- Scrigno di Melanzana (V)$10.00
Deep-fried eggplant slices wrapped around spaghetti alla chitarra in tomato basil sauce with parmesan cheese.
vegetarian - Parmigiana di Melanzane (V)$10.00
Deep-fried floured eggplant slices, tomato basil sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses.
vegetarian - Fusilli 'La Dieta' (V)$10.00
Many moons ago, we participated in PASTA LA FEASTA! Calgary’s culinary festival to celebrate National Pasta Month. Our entry was “Fusilli La Dieta Romana” - Durham wheat fusilli pasta with pesto, chopped tomatoes, pine nuts, shaved parmesan, and micro basil. A truly Roman taste sensation, and we have decided to keep it on our regular menu.
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Sauces
If you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email • For 500 ml $10.00 | 750 ml $15.00 | 1 l $20.00 | 1.5 l $25.00
- Ragù Sauce (GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with beef, onion, celery, olive oil, and salt.
gluten-free - Basilico Sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with basil and olive oil.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Arrabbiata Sauce (VG, V, GF, S)$5.00
250 ml of spicy tomato sauce with garlic, olive oil, chili pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-freespicy - Marinara sauce (VG, V, GF)$5.00
250ml of tomato sauce with garlic, onions, olive oil, oregano, chilli pepper, and salt.
veganvegetariangluten-free - Pesto sauce (VG)$5.00
250ml of creamy pesto and Béchamel sauce with basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, parmesan cheese, milk, flour, and salt.
vegan - Creamy Cheese Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of creamy cheese sauce with milk, flour, olive oil, gorgonzola, parmesan cheese, and salt.
vegetarian - Pizza Sauce (V)$5.00
250ml of our signature pizza sauce with a secret blend of spices, olive oil, and salt.
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Meat Dishes
If you want something to be altered for your dietary requirements, we are happy to do so. Please request it by phone or email • For 2 persons $20.00 | 4 persons $36.00 | 8 persons $74.00
- Polpette al Sugo$12.00
Meatballs in classic tomato sauce - with tomato basil sauce with olive oil, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette al Vino Bianco
Meatballs in white wine sauce - with wine roux sauce made with flour, butter, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette ai Funghi$12.00
Meatballs in creamy mushroom sauce - with mushrooms, garlic, cream, flour, parsley, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Polpette agli Agrumi$12.00
Meatballs in citrus sauce - with lemons, oranges, white wine, flour, and salt | 5 meatballs per portion.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana$12.00
Cutlet cooked with a slice of prosciutto and a sage leaf in a white wine sauce | 3 cutlets per portion.
- Involtini di Carne$12.00
Pork cutlet filled with sliced cheese and cooked ham, rolled tightly and cooked with its own sauce | 3 mini rolls per portion.
- Arista alle Erbe Aromatiche (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork roast with aromatic sauce.
gluten-free - Arrosto di Manzo al Vino Rosso (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Roasted beef in a red wine sauce.
gluten-free - Lombatina di Maiale con le Mele (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Pork chop stewed in an apple and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Involtini alla Pizzaiola (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Meat rolls cooked in tomato sauce with Italian herbs.
gluten-free - Pollo al Sedano (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with celery, tomato sauce.
gluten-free - Spezzato al Picchiapò (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Stewed meat with tomato and onion sauce.
gluten-free - Pollo con i Peperoni (GF)$12.00
For 2 persons $20.00 • Chicken on the bone cooked with bell peppers and onions.
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Add - Ons
f you require an alteration for your dietary needs, we are happy to accommodate you. You can request this by phone or email.
- Parmigiano$3.00
100g of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Tiramisù (V)$5.00
For 2 persons $10.00 | 4 persons $20.00 | 8 persons $40.00 • Traditional dessert made with savoiardi cookies, mascarpone cream, coffee, and cocoa | Each portion is 100g.
vegetarian - Vino Bianco
Not available.
- Vino Rosso
Not available.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$3.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 750ml.
- San Pellegrino Sodas$2.50
330ml of lemon, orange, blood orange, clementine, grapefruit, and pomegranate soda.
- Acqua San Pellegrino$2.50
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 250ml.
Traditional
Suggested menus, made the traditional way.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; pasta salad with sundried tomatoes, tuna, olives and capers; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; house-made bread; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with selection of salami; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; tiramisu.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Italian charcuterie & cheese selection; lasagna with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; tiramisu.
Vegan Menus
Suggested menus that are either vegan by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Grilled Mediterrenean vegetables; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with dried fruit; baked beefsteak tomato stuffed with rice; tomato and rocket salad; housemade bread; strawberries with lemon sauce.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; fresh fruit cup.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Zucchini roll with chick pea paste and rosemary; roasted peppers; eggplant parmigiana with vegan cheese; spelt salad; housemade bread; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Toasted bread crostino with fresh olive spread; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of toasted bread crostini with vegetable spreads; baked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms and peas; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; house-made bread; fresh fruit cup.
Gluten Free
Suggested menus that are either gluten free by nature or adapted to accommodate dietary requirements.
- Cold Lunches - Light Lunch
Rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Basic Lunch
Mini skewer with grapes and cheese; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; strawberry mousse.
- Cold Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of charcuterie skewers; rice salad with mixed vegetables & hard-boiled egg; tomato and rocket salad; GF crostini with olive oil; strawberry mousse.
- Warm Lunches - Light Lunch
Eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Basic Lunch
Parma ham and melon slice; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Warm Lunches - Full Lunch
Parma ham with melon slice & frittata rolls; eggplant parmigiana without flour; baby tomato and bocconcini mozzarella salad; GF crostini with olive oil; hazelnut delight parfait.
- Hot Lunches - Light Lunch
Baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Basic Lunch
Pecorino cheese with strawberries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; gluten-free tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
- Hot Lunches - Full Lunch
Selection of Italian cheeses with berries; baked rice with meat sauce; grilled Mediterranean vegetables; GF crostini with olive oil; GF tiramisu or fresh fruit cup.
Antipasti - Appetizers
- Rotolo di Frittata alle Verdure
Mini egg frittata rolls with various vegetables.
- Spicchio di Grana in Bellavista
Parmesan cheese morsels cut from the wedge, decorated with strawberries, grapes or cherry tomatoes.
- Parmigianina di Melanzane
Mini eggplant parmigiane.
- Selezione di Bruschette alle Verdure
Small bruschetta toasts with 5 vegetable toppings.
- Cubotti di Pizza Rossa Romana
Cubes of toasted Roman-style red pizza.
- Mini Suppli
Roman-style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like a ping-pong ball). With mozzarella cheese centre.
Primo Piatto - Pasta Dishes
- Scrigni di Melanzane
Pasta rolled inside a slice of fried eggplant and baked in the oven covered with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Lasagne Bolognese, Boscaiola o Sorrentina
Lasagna with classic all-beef ragù sauce, or with ground pork and mushrooms (no tomato) sauce, or with tomato basil sauce.
- Mezze Maniche Cacio e Pepe
Pecorino cheese and black pepper pasta.
- Riso con Zucchine, Champignon e Gorgonzola
Rice with zucchini, mushrooms and gorgonzola cheese.
- Gnocchi di Patate alla Sorrentina
Potato gnocchi with tomato basil sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Gnocchi di Semolino 'alla Romana' con Burro e Salvia
Semolina gnocchi with butter and sage.
- Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci con Pesto e Pachino
Spinach and ricotta ravioli with pesto and diced cherry tomatoes.
- Fusilli con Pesto, Pinoli, Pachino e Grana
Pasta with pesto, diced cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan.
Secondo Piatto - Meat Dishes
- Pollo con Peperoni
Chicken on the thigh bone with tomato sauce and bell peppers.
- Involtini con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Small meat rolls with ham and cheese inside.
- Saltimbocca alla Romana
Classic Roman meat cutlet with a slice of prosciutto and sage leaf cooked in a white wine sauce.
- Polpette agli Agrumi
Meatballs in a citrus sauce.
- Pollo alla Cacciatora
Chicken on the thigh bone with cacciatora sauce.
- Polpette con Champignon
Meatballs with mushroom sauce.
Contorni - Vegetable Side Dishes
- Verdure Gratin
Mediterranean vegetables au gratin from the oven.
- Patate al Rosmarino
Oven-roasted potatoes with rosemary.
- Spinaci con Uvetta e Pinoli
Spinach sautéed with raisins and pine nuts.
- Sformatino di Zucchine
Mini zucchini flans.
- Sformatino di Carote e Spinaci
Mini carrot and spinach flans.
- Insalata Arlecchino
Brightly coloured mixed salad.
- Fagiolini con la Menta
Green string beans with mint.
- Cannellini e Sedano
White Italian bean salad with celery and olive-oil dressing.
Dolce - Dessert
- Tiramisù
- Chantilly Cream with Puff Pastry Flakes and Caramel Coulis
- Hazelnut Cream Parfait
- Macedonia di Frutta
Fresh fruit salad.
Plated / Snack Menu
This is our standard list, and elements can be combined as desired.
- Italian Spiced Nuts$3.00/each
Savoury - in a 6 oz container.
- Suppli$2.00/each
Roman style deep-fried rice croquette made with tomato basil risotto or meat sauce risotto (size is like an egg). With mozzarella cheese centre.
- Pizza Sticks$1.50/each
Our signature red or white pizza, cut into sticks and double toasted - 4 in individually sealed bags.
- Casatiello$2.50/each
Savoury bun with ham and cheese (size is like a muffin).
- Charcuterie Cups$4.50/each
Plastic cups with taralli (Italian pretzels) in the bottom; a stuffed olive and cherry tomato skewer; a cheese and spicy/sweet salami butterflies skewer; breadstick; chocolate stick and chocolate-covered pretzel.
- Pizza Bianca Sandwich$2.50/each
Pizza bianca (the Roman version of Focaccia bread) with ham and cheese or tomato and cheese inside - 4 inches square.
- Meatballs & Pizza Stick$3.00/each
2 meatballs in tomato sauce in a cup with a white pizza stick.
- Baked Tomato Filled with Risotto$2.50/each
Small vine tomato with tomato basil risotto, oven baked - to eat in 2 bites.
- Mini Skewers with Grapes & Cheese$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Stuffed Olives & Cherry Tomato$1.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Prosciutto & Melon$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Cheese & Spicy / Sweet Salami Butterflies$2.00/each
- Mini Skewers with Black Olives & Mortadella Cube$2.00/each
- Bocconcini Salad$3.00/each
With cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella and fresh basil - in a 6-oz container.
- Sicilian Style Caponatina$3.00/each
Cubed Mediterranean vegetables, raisins and pine nuts with a sweet & bitter olive oil sauce - in a 6-oz container.
- Nizzarda Cup$3.00/each
Romaine heart shred with boiled potatoes, fresh tomatoes, green beans, black olives and hard-boiled egg - in a 6-oz container.
- Couscous with Mixed Vegetables$4.00/each
Seasoned with a sweet & bitter olive oil and honey sauce - in an 8-oz container.
- Rice Salad$4.00/each
With pickled vegetables, olives and cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With pesto, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and parmesan cheese - in an 8-oz container.
- Pasta Salad$4.00/each
With tuna, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and pecorino cheese - in an 8-oz container.
Breakfast / Café Menu
Add Syrup, Honey, Jam, or Nutella +$0.50 | Granola +$0.70
- Pastries$3.50
Choose from a variety of muffins, sweet rolls, cake slices and strudels.
- CornettoPlain or Sugared $3.50 | With Jam $3.75 | Nutella $3.95
- Overnight Oats$3.50
With fresh fruit or spiced fruit
- Yoghurt CupWith fresh fruit $3.50 | Spiced fruit $3.50 | Granola $3.75
- Breakfast SandwichEgg & Cheese $7.50 | Egg & Ham $7.75 | Ham & Cheese $8.75 | Mediterranean Vegetable mix $7.75 | Egg,