fresh baby squid battered and served with marinara sauce
$14.50
Melanzane Caprese
eggplant medallions topped with fresh mozzarella, basil and marinara sauce
$11.50
Bruschetta
toasted Tuscan bread with fresh tomatoes, garlic, herbs and olive oil, seasoned to perfection
$10.00
Polenta Gorgonzola
in gorgonzola cream sauce with mushrooms
$11.50
Mussels
pan steamed mussels in marinara sauce or white wine garlic sauce
$15.50
Burrata
mozzarella with a creamy center served with toasted Tuscan bread
$15.00
Zuppa
Zuppa Del Giorno
Soup of the day
Stracciatelle
cheese tortellini, spinach and eggs in chicken broth
$9.00
Insalate
Fresca Del Giardino
$8.00
Caesar
romaine tossed with parmesan cheese, house made croutons and classic Caesar dressing
$9.00
Insalata Italiana
mixed greens topped with fire roasted peppers, cherry tomatoes, black olives and imported mozzarella cheese lightly dressed with our house made Italian dressing
$14.50
Insalata Caprese
freshly sliced tomatoes, topped with imported mozzarella cheese and basil served on a bed of mixed greens lightly dressed with our house made Italian dressing
$14.00
Insalata Agro Dolce
mixed greens topped with sliced green apples, walnuts and gorgonzola cheese lightly dressed with our house made balsamic vinaigrette
$14.50
Pollo
Pollo Piccata
Breasts of chicken simmered with lemons, capers and white wine. Served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$24.50
Pollo Alla Anna
fettucini pasta paired with breasts of chicken and mushrooms in our classic alfredo sauce
$24.50
Pollo Marsala
breasts of chicken simmered in marsala wine, herbs and mushrooms - paired with polenta cakes
$24.50
Pollo Vesuvio
simmered with roasted potatoes in white wine, herbs and garlic
$24.50
Pollo Parmigiana
Lightly fried breast of chicken topped with our marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese then baked to perfection. Served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$22.50
Specialties della Casa
Grilled Lamb Chops
grilled then pan simmered with fresh rosemary, artichokes, roasted potatoes, garlic and white wine
$36.00
Pollo Cannelloni
tube pasta stuffed with perfectly seasoned cheeses and chicken, topped with creamy balsamic sauce with mushrooms
$21.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
Fresh medallions sliced, breaded, and lightly fried, then layered with marinara, mozzarella.....then you guessed it...baked to perfection! Served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$21.00
Veal Parmigiana
Lightly breaded and baked with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce. Served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$28.00
Salmon Puttanesca
Pan roasted then simmered with fresh tomatoes, capers, onions and black olives in our marinara sauce. Served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$30.00
Risotto Verde
Arborio rice simmered with garlic, spinach, mushrooms and artichokes in white wine sauce
$22.00
Pork Chops Alle Noci
Grilled then simmered with fresh rosemary and walnuts in gorgonzola cream sauce. Served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$28.00
Grilled Salmon
lightly seasoned and served with steamed broccoli
$28.00
Paste
Spaghetti Carbonara
prosciutto, onions, egg and peas in our classic cream sauce
$20.00
Penne Al Pomodoro Secco
tube pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, mushrooms and sun dried tomatoes in gorgonzola cream sauce
$20.00
Cheese Tortellini
in Marinara or Bolognese sauce
$17.50
Frutti Di Mare
fresh calamari, mussels, scallops and shrimp tossed in linguine pasta with marinara or white wine garlic sauce
$32.00
Lobster Ravioli
topped with light mascarpone cheese sauce with peas and tomatoes
$25.00
Linguine Pesto
carefully blended basil, garlic, parmigiana, olive oil and a hint of cream
$19.50
Lasagna
pasta sheets layered with our signature cheese blend and ground beef with marinara or bolognese sauce
$19.00
Stuffed Shells
baked in Mariana or Bolognese sauce
$17.50
Rotolo Aurora
house made sheets of pasta stuffed with spinach and ricotta then rolled, sliced and topped with creamy tomato sauce
$21.00
Farfalle Della Nonna
bowtie pasta with Italian sausage, peas, mushrooms, tomatoes and onions in creamy tomato sauce
$21.00
Spaghetti Con Polpettine
Mama's meatballs finished off with Mariana or Bolognese sauce
$19.00
Cheese Tortellini Alla Vodka
cheese filled tortellini with mushrooms and peas tossed with creamy vodka sauce
$19.50
Contorni
Meatballs Or Sausage
$8.50
Spinach
$8.50
Vesuvio Potatoes
$8.50
Broccoli
$8.50
Polenta
marinara sauce or bolognese
$8.50
Desserts
Tiramisu
Lady fingers soaked in espresso, layered with creamy mascarpone cheese and dusted with cocoa. Voted BEST Tiramisu in Chicago!
$8.00
Bomba Al Chocolato
warm chocolate cake smothered with our bittersweet chocolate sauce
$7.50
Mini Cannoli
miniature cannoli filled with sweetened ricotta cheese and chocolate chips, finished with chopped pistachios
$7.50
Torte Di Pane
bread pudding topped with our warm caramel sauce
$7.50
Amaretto Cake
yellow layer cake layered with almond cream
$7.50
Gelato
chocolate or vanilla
$6.00
Coffees
Regular Drip Coffee
Regular or Decaffeinated
$4.00
Caffè Macchiato
espresso topped with milk foam
$5.00
Caffè Americano
espresso shot diluted with hot water
$5.00
Caffè Mocha
espresso mixed with chocolate and frothed milk topped with cocoa
$5.50
Cappuccino
espresso with frothed milk then topped with cinnamon
$5.00
Latte
espresso with more steamed milk, and a lighter foam topped with cinnamon
$5.00
Antipasti
Polenta Gorgonzola
in gorgonzola cream sauce with mushrooms
$11.50
Calamari Fritti
fresh baby squid battered and served with marinara sauce
$14.50
Bruschetta
toasted Tuscan bread with fresh tomatoes, garlic, herbs and olive oil, seasoned to perfection
$10.00
Mussels
pan steamed mussels in marinara sauce or white wine garlic sauce
$15.50
Melanzane Caprese
eggplant medallions topped with fresh mozzarella, basil and marinara sauce
$11.50
Burrata
mozzarella with a creamy center served with toasted Tuscan bread
$15.00
10" Personal Pizza's
Margherita
our classic crust topped with sliced tomatoes, imported mozzarella cheese, basil and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
$14.50
Chicken Alfredo
our creamy alfredo sauce topped with chicken, roasted garlic and imported mozzarella cheese then garnished with green onions
$16.50
Papa Special
Italian sausage, roasted peppers, mushrooms and imported mozzarella
$16.50
Build Your Own
Base consists of sauce and imported mozzarella. Additional ingredients are only $2 each: Pepperoni, Sausage, Mushrooms Onions, Roasted Peppers, Black Olives, Sliced Tomatoes, Broccoli, Garlic, etc
$12.50
Zuppa
Zuppa Del Giorno
Soup of the day
Stracciatelle
cheese tortellini, spinach and eggs in chicken broth
$9.00
Pollo
Pollo Parmigiana
lightly fried breast of chicken topped with our marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese then baked to perfection; served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$22.50
Pollo Alla Anna
fettucini pasta paired with breasts of chicken and mushrooms in our classic alfredo sauce
$24.50
Pollo Piccata
breasts of chicken simmered with lemons, capers and white wine; served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$24.50
Pollo Vesuvio
simmered with roasted potatoes in white wine, herbs and garlic
$24.50
Pollo Marsala
breasts of chicken simmered in marsala wine, herbs and mushrooms -paired with polenta cakes
$24.50
Insalate
Fresca Del Giardino
$8.00
Caesar
romaine tossed with parmesan cheese, house made croutons and classic Caesar dressing
$9.00
Insalata Caprese
freshly sliced tomatoes, topped with imported mozzarella cheese and basil served on a bed of mixed greens lightly dressed with our house made Italian dressing
$14.00
Insalata Italiana
mixed greens topped with fire roasted peppers, cherry tomatoes, black olives and imported mozzarella cheese lightly dressed with our house made Italian dressing
$14.50
Insalata Agro Dolce
mixed greens topped with sliced green apples, walnuts and gorgonzola cheese lightly dressed with our house made balsamic vinaigrette
$14.50
Paste
Spaghetti Carbonara
prosciutto, onions, egg and peas in our classic cream sauce
$20.00
Farfalle Della Nonna
bowtie pasta with Italian sausage, peas, mushrooms, tomatoes and onions in creamy tomato sauce
$21.00
Rotolo Aurora
house made sheets of pasta stuffed with spinach and ricotta then rolled, sliced and topped with creamy tomato sauce
$21.00
Cheese Tortellini
in Marinara or Bolognese sauce
$17.50
Lobster Ravioli
topped with light mascarpone cheese sauce with peas and tomatoes
$25.00
Cheese Tortellini Alla Vodka
with creamy vodka sauce with mushrooms and peas
$18.00
Penne Al Pomodoro Secco
tube pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, mushrooms and sun dried tomatoes in gorgonzola cream sauce
$20.00
Stuffed Shells
baked in Mariana or Bolognese sauce
$17.50
Linguine Pesto
carefully blended basil, garlic, parmigiana, olive oil and a hint of cream
$19.50
Frutti Di Mare
fresh calamari, mussels, scallops and shrimp tossed in linguine pasta with marinara or white wine garlic sauce
$32.00
Lasagna
pasta sheets layered with our signature cheese blend and ground beef with marinara or bolognese sauce
$19.00
Spaghetti Con Polpettine
Mama's meatballs finished off with Mariana or Bolognese sauce
$19.00
Specialties della Casa
Pork Chops Alle Noci
grilled then simmered with fresh rosemary and walnuts in gorgonzola cream sauce; served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$28.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
fresh medallions sliced, breaded, and lightly fried, then layered with marinara, mozzarella.....then you guessed it...baked to perfection!; served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$21.00
Grilled Lamb Chops
grilled then pan simmered with fresh rosemary, artichokes, roasted potatoes, garlic and white wine
$36.00
Salmon Puttanesca
pan roasted then simmered with fresh tomatoes, capers, onions and black olives in our marinara sauce; served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$30.00
Risotto Verde
Arborio rice simmered with garlic, spinach, mushrooms and artichokes in white wine sauce
$22.00
Pollo Cannelloni
tube pasta stuffed with perfectly seasoned cheeses and chicken, topped with creamy balsamic sauce with mushrooms
$21.00
Veal Parmigiana
lightly breaded and baked with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce; served with side of broccoli or pasta marinara
$28.00
Grilled Salmon
lightly seasoned and served with steamed broccoli
$28.00
Dolce
Tiramisu
Lady fingers soaked in espresso, layered with creamy mascarpone cheese and dusted with cocoa. Voted BEST Tiramisu in Chicago!
$8.00
Bomba Al Chocolato
warm chocolate cake smothered with our bittersweet chocolate sauce
$7.50
Torte Di Pane
bread pudding topped with our warm caramel sauce
$7.50
Mini Cannoli
miniature cannoli filled with sweetened ricotta cheese and chocolate chips, finished with chopped pistachios
$7.50
Amaretto Cake
yellow layer cake layered with almond cream
$7.50
Fresh Pizza!
Fresh Pizza!
Choose from the following: Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Onions, Anchovies, Black Olives, Spinach, Broccoli, Garlic, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, and Sliced Tomatoes
$13.00
Catering Trays
Pasta
Choice of Spaghetti, Penne or Farfalle; Choice of Bolognese or Marinara
$75.00
Cheese Tortellini
Tortellini smothered in Bolognese or Marinara
$90.00
Lasagna
filled with Bolognese or Marinara; Vegetable Lasagna upon request
$90.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
fresh medallions sliced, breaded and lightly fried then layered with marinara, mozzarella and baked to perfection
$90.00
Pollo Parmigina
lightly fried breast of chicken topped with our marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese then baked to perfection
$16.00
Pollo Vesuvio
chicken breasts simmered with roasted potatoes in white wine, herbs and garlic
$16.00
Pollo Picatta
breasts of chicken simmered with lemons, capers and white wine
$16.00
Pollo Anna
fettucini pasta paired with breasts of chicken and mushrooms in our classic alfredo sauce
$16.00
Vesuvio Potatoes
$50.00
Sautéed Broccoli
in garlic and olive oil
$50.00
Italian Sausage
$70.00
Anna's Meatballs
Can't decide? Get ½ and ½
$70.00
Caprese
freshly sliced tomatoes, topped with imported mozzarella cheese and basil served on a bed of mixed greens lightly dressed with our house made Italian dressing
$65.00
House Salad
mixed Greens, onions, red cabbage, carrots and cherry tomatoes lightly dressed with our house made Italian dressing
$50.00
Caesar
romaine tossed with parmesan cheese, house made croutons and classic Caesar dressing
$55.00
Desserts
Tiramisu
$55.00
Zuppa Inglese
$50.00
Amaretto Cake
$40.00
Mini Cannoli
$40.00
Chocolate Layer Cake
$40.00
Whites
Olianas Vermentino Di Sardegna
Fruit forward with crisp acidity imbued with hints of citrus provide length and a long refreshing finish
$12.00
Zenato Pinot Grigio
Delicately scented and soft on the palate, it offers classic citrus and floral notes in a balanced elegant style
$8.00
Rodney Strong Chardonnay
Aromas of lemon curd and apple with hints of toasty oak and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering with silky notes of fresh pear and pineapple
$10.00
Principessa Gavi
Notes of white peach and honey with beautiful acidity
$12.00
Bex Riesling
Floral and citrus aromas followed by juicy flavors of white peach, apricot and Mandarin orange
$8.00
Fire Road Sauvignon Blanc
Light-bodied and refreshing with typical Marlborough flavors of passion fruit, gooseberry and grapefruit
$9.00
Sparkling & Rose
Le Contesse Rosè Spumante Brut
Good balance of fruit and dryness on the tongue plus it's a perfect 'sparkler' for any celebration
$9.00
Masciarelli Rose
Aroma of rose petal and fresh red cherry which leads onto a fresh palate with bright citrus and red fruit notes
$9.00
Enrico Serafino Alta Langa Brut
Savory, elegant, structured with the right and with great drinkability
$54.00
Saracco Moscato D'Asti
Sweet sensations of honey, white flower, and citrus
$22.00
Le Contesse Prosecco
Bubbly and playful with flavors of citrus and pear
$10.00
Reds
Paternoster Synthesi Aglianico
Blackberry, cherry and spice and polished tannins that are followed by bright crispness
$12.00
Coltibuono Rs Chianti Classico
Forest berries, spices, leather, moist earth and dried plum, layered in the aroma leading to a soft round taste
$10.00
A To Z Pinot Noir
Racy, with bright red fruit and fine tannins in harmony
$12.00
Blina Barbera D'Asti
Intense, full and vinous with evident scents of plum, raspberry and juniper
$10.00
Red Rock Merlot
Dark fruit flavors of blackberry, dark cherry and black currant that leads to a smooth and velvety finish
$9.00
La Valentina Montepulciano
Raspberry and black cherry flavors with hints of clove and pepper
$9.00
Cantele Salice Salentino
Dark chocolate flavors with layers of tobacco ad leather
$8.00
Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon
Jammy wild berry flavors with a long finish
$10.00
Santa Julia Riserva Malbec
Medium-bodied flavor, with soft tannins and balanced acidity with a fruity and spicy finish
$8.00
Carpineto Chianti Classico Riserva
Elegant, full, harmonious and persistent with suggestions of vanilla and raspberry
$54.00
Palazzo Maffei Amarone
Full body and dry with intense flavors of dried plum, red fruits and anise
$70.00
Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino
Full and juicy on the palate, with lots of ripe fruit, herbs and a leathery note
$80.00
Speciality Cocktails
Makers Old Fashioned
Makers Mark bourbon, Angostura bitters and simple syrup on the rocks
$10.00
Moscow Mule
Tito's Vodka, fresh lime juice and ginger beer
$10.00
Washington Apple
Canadian Club whiskey, apple pucker and cranberry juice served straight up
$10.00
Aperol Spritz
Aperol liquor, prosecco and a splash of club soda
$12.00
Italian Margarita
Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila, Disaronno Original, fresh lime juice and simple syrup served on the rocks
$12.00
Makers Manhattan
Makers Mark bourbon, Angostura bitters and sweet vermouth served straight up
$12.00
Negroni
A true Italian classic! Compari, gin and sweet vermouth served straight up
$12.00
Timeless Martinis
Bellini
Vodka, peach pucker and peach syrup
$10.00
Appletini
Vodka apple pucker and apple syrup
$10.00
Lemon Drop
Citrus vodka, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup served in a sugar rimmed glass
$10.00
Cosmopolitan
Vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice and a splash of cranberry juice
$10.00
Classic Vodka Or Gin Martini
Vodka or Gin with a hint of dry vermouth. Feeling wild? Try it dirty!
$10.00
French Martini
Grey Goose Vodka, Chambord and pineapple juice
$12.00
Chocolate Martini
Vanilla vodka, Godiva chocolate liquor and Maria's famous chocolate sauce