Il Vecchio Cafe Menu

4.4
(100+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Cheese Ravioli

      Butter sauce or marinara.
      $27.00
    • Penne Vodka

      Penne pasta served in a rich, creamy vodka sauce, often accompanied by a blend of tomatoes and a touch of cream for a distinctive flavor.
      $27.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Romaine, croutons, fresh parmesan. No anchovies.
      $18.00
    • Pizza Napolitano

      Tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese.
      $20.00
    • Spaghetti & Meatballs

      Classic spaghetti and meatballs in our homemade marinara sauce.
      $29.00
    • Paccheri Salsiccia

      Large rigatoni and crumbled sausage in a pink cream sauce.
      $29.00
    • Classic Taverna Burger

      Black angus beef, lettuce, tomato, and onion on Calandra’s brioche with Italian fries - Add Cheddar Cheese for an additional charge.
      $21.00
    • Cannoli Large

      A large cannoli featuring a crisp, fried pastry shell traditionally filled with a sweet and creamy ricotta mixture, often complemented by chocolate chips.
      $5.15
    • Chicken Noodle

      White meat shredded chicken, celery, carrots, ditalini pasta.
      $15.00
    • Tiramisu

      Ladyfingers dipped in espresso and layered with a whipped mascarpone and flavored with cocoa.
      $6.55
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Soup

    Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • Chicken Noodle

      White meat shredded chicken, celery, carrots, ditalini pasta.
      $15.00
    • Pasta Fagioli

      Cannellini beans, ditalini pasta in tomato broth.
      $15.00
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Appetizers

    Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • Arancini

      Crispy fried risotto balls filled with beef & cheese.
      $19.00
    • Mama E's Meatballs

      Three homemade all beef meatballs from the family's traditional recipe.
      $20.00
    • Caprese

      Tomato, basil and house-made fresh mozzarella.
      $18.00
    • Mozzarella en Carrozza

      Crispy toast & mozzarella served with tomato sauce.
      $18.00
    • Calamari Fritti

      Golden crispy tender rings with marinara.
      $23.00
    • Eggplant Rollatini Skillet

      Filled with seasoned ricotta and baked with sauce & mozzarella.
      $19.00
    • Polenta

      Creamy Italian cornmeal topped with beef bolognese and Grana Padano.
      $19.00
    • Pork Belly

      Slowly braised and glazed in honey roasted garlic, peas romano, in a parsley herb sauce.
      $19.00
    • Buffalo

      Buffalo milk mozzarella, prosciutto, balsamic glaze, and basil.
      $20.00
    • Pulpo Della Casa

      Grilled octopus in a balsamic reduction over arugula
      $25.00
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Salad

    Add grilled chicken or grilled shrimp for an additional charge. Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • House Salad

      Mixed greens, onion, tomato, cucumber, pepperoncini, and olives. Gluten free.
      $18.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Romaine, croutons, fresh parmesan. No anchovies.
      $18.00
    • Harvest Salad

      Romaine, green apples, dried cranberries, goat cheese, and sliced toasted almonds in house vinaigrette.
      $19.00
    • Avocado Salad

      Romaine, tomato, cucumber, red onion in house vinaigrette.
      $20.00
    • Beet Salad

      Roasted beets, goat cheese, arugula, and pistachios.
      $20.00
    • Steak Salad

      Sliced flank steak, romaine, black olives, tomatoes, and roasted peppers, in Italian balsamic dressing. No substitutions.
      $30.00
    • Tomato & Onion Salad

      Gluten free.
      $19.00
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Sandwiches & Wraps

    Served with Italian fries. Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • Mediterranean Wrap

      Chicken, spinach, feta, red onion.
      $20.00
    • Classic Taverna Burger

      Black angus beef, lettuce, tomato, and onion on Calandra’s brioche with Italian fries - Add Cheddar Cheese for an additional charge.
      $21.00
    • Chicken Parmesan

      Mozzarella & marinara sauce on a long roll.
      $20.00
    • Melanzana Panini

      Breaded eggplant, mozzarella, sun-dried tomato pesto.
      $20.00
    • Shrimp Wrap

      Lettuce, tomato, red onion, and ranch dressing.
      $21.00
    • Venezia Panini

      Chicken, basil, mozzarella, roasted peppers, sun-dried tomato, and balsamic glaze.
      $20.00
    • Grilled Chicken Sandwich

      Grilled chicken, provolone, bacon with chipotle sauce on a Calandra's Italian sub
      $20.00
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Flatbread & Pizza

    Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • Flatbread Cucina

      Prosciutto, Gorgonzola, fig jam, balsamic glaze.
      $20.00
    • Flatbread Luciano

      Fresh spinach, kalamata olives, ricotta
      $20.00
    • Vegetarian Flatbread

      Mushrooms, eggplant, zucchini, roasted red onion, plum tomato with artichoke spread
      $20.00
    • Pizza Margherita

      Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil.
      $20.00
    • Pizza Napolitano

      Tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese.
      $20.00
    • Pizza Salsiccia & Rabe

      Tomato, mozzarella, sweet sausage, and broccoli rabe
      $24.00
    • Pizza Penne Vodka

      Topped with penne pasta, creamy vodka sauce, and mozzarella.
      $20.00
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Pasta & Risotto

    Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • Penne Vodka

      Penne pasta served in a rich, creamy vodka sauce, often accompanied by a blend of tomatoes and a touch of cream for a distinctive flavor.
      $27.00
    • Cheese Ravioli

      Butter sauce or marinara.
      $27.00
    • Bucatini

      Thick tubed pasta, porcini mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes, in a mushroom cream sauce.
      $30.00
    • Rigatoni Norma

      Eggplant & ricotta salata in marinara.
      $28.00
    • Risotto Verdura

      Slow cooked arborio rice in wine with mixed vegetables.
      $28.00
    • Gnocchi Bolognese

      Fresh made potato dumplings in a beef ragù.
      $30.00
    • Fettuccini Alfredo

      Cream sauce with peas.
      $28.00
    • Lasagna

      Beef, marinara sauce, fresh ricotta, and mozzarella.
      $32.00
    • Orecchiette Siciliana

      Little ears pasta, sausage, broccoli rabe, garlic, and olive oil.
      $29.00
    • Paccheri Salsiccia

      Large rigatoni and crumbled sausage in a pink cream sauce.
      $29.00
    • Spaghetti & Meatballs

      Classic spaghetti and meatballs in our homemade marinara sauce.
      $29.00
    • Linguini with Clam Sauce

      With red or white clam sauce.
      $31.00
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Land & Sea

    Includes chef's starch and vegetables. Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • Pollo Al Forno

      Breaded chicken cutlet Parmigiana style with marinara sauce, basil, mozzarella, and Parmigiano accompanied with pasta marinara.
      $30.00
    • Pollo Marsala

      Chicken sautéed in Marsala wine sauce, typically includes mushrooms.
      $30.00
    • Pollo Francese

      Tender chicken cutlets in a light lemon butter sauce, accompanied by roasted potatoes and mixed vegetables.
      $30.00
    • Pollo Ortolano

      Breaded chicken cutlet over tomato bruschetta, red onions topped with baby arugula and balsamic glaze.
      $30.00
    • Pork Chop

      Oven-roasted Berkshire Black Porterhouse with broccoli rabe and mango chutney.
      $39.00
    • Filetto Di Manzo

      Grilled filet mignon with portobello cognac cream sauce, garlic mashed potatoes, and grilled asparagus
      $45.00
    • Bronzino

      Broiled and topped with crab meat served over grilled vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, and whole grain mustard sauce
      $39.00
    • Salmon

      Grilled organic Scottish filet served in an orange citrus sauce with couscous, broccoli, and roasted potatoes
      $36.00
    • Sole Oreganata

      Lemon white wine sauce. Includes chef's starch and vegetables.
      $37.00
    • Pollo Piccata

      Pollo piccata typically consists of chicken breast sautéed with shallots and capers, finished in a light and tangy lemon white wine sauce.
      $30.00
    • Involtini alla Valdostana

      Pork cutlet filled with prosciutto, fontina cheese topped with shitake mushrooms and madeira wine sauce
      $37.00
    • Black Angus NY Strip

      With garlic mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
      $45.00
    • Mahi Mahi

      Sautéed mahi mahi and shrimp in a light cajun brandy cream sauce served with garlic mashed potatoes and Chef's vegetables
      $35.00
    • Short Rib

      Served over soft polenta.
      $40.00
  • Lunch & Dinner Menu - Sides

    Please inform us of any allergy concerns. All menu prices are subject to change based on market pricing.
    • Mama E's Meatballs (Two)

      Two handcrafted meatballs, likely prepared with a mix of ingredients such as breadcrumbs, herbs, and possibly cheese, served as a side dish.
      $12.00
    • Brussels Sprouts & Pancetta

      Gluten free.
      $12.00
    • Fried Long Hot Peppers & Italian Potatoes

      Gluten free.
      $12.00
    • Sautéed Broccoli Rabe

      Gluten free.
      $12.00
    • Sautéed Zucchini

      Gluten free.
      $11.00
    • Risotto

      Arborio rice, typically includes a variety of seafood, cooked slowly until creamy, often finished with parmesan and a touch of white wine.
      $11.00
    • Sautéed Wild Mushrooms

      Gluten free.
      $11.00
    • Asparagus Au Gratin with Olive Oil & Parmesan Cheese

      Asparagus au gratin with olive oil & parmesan cheese is baked until golden and tender, typically includes a creamy sauce enriched with olive oil and topped with a generous layer of parmesan cheese.
      $11.00
    • Grilled Vegetables

      Char-grilled, seasoned veggies
      $11.00
  • Calandra's Bread

    • French Bread

      French bread, a classic selection, typically includes a freshly baked loaf with a crisp crust and soft interior.
      $4.75
    • Large Twist

      A large, hand-twisted loaf, typically made from a soft, enriched dough, offering a slightly sweet and yeasty flavor.
      $5.50
    • Large Ring

      A large ring of Calandra's bread, typically includes a blend of seafood-inspired seasonings to complement its crusty exterior and soft interior.
      $5.50
    • Panella Bread - Medium

      Panella bread, a medium-sized loaf, is typically made with a blend of flours and seasoned with a hint of sea salt, reflecting its seafood cuisine inspiration.
      $6.50
    • Semolina Bread

      Semolina bread, a crusty loaf made from finely ground durum wheat, typically includes a moist, slightly chewy interior with a rich, golden crust.
      $4.75
    • Bastone Bread - Medium

      Bastone bread, a medium-sized loaf, traditionally crafted with a blend of flours, often features a crusty exterior and a soft, airy interior.
      $4.75
    • Assorted Dinner Rolls

      A dozen assorted dinner rolls.
      $12.00
    • Multigrain

      A blend of various grains, typically including wheat, oats, and barley, baked into a hearty loaf.
      $7.05
    • Pepperoni Bread

      Pepperoni bread typically includes slices of pepperoni baked into a loaf of Calandra's signature bread, offering a savory option for seafood cuisine enthusiasts.
      $18.70
  • Calandra's Desserts

    • Large Cookie

      Chocolate Chip, M&M, or Black & White
      $5.90
    • Chocolate Mousse

      Rich and creamy chocolate delight, perfect for chocolate lovers
      $5.15
    • Cannoli Large

      A large cannoli featuring a crisp, fried pastry shell traditionally filled with a sweet and creamy ricotta mixture, often complemented by chocolate chips.
      $5.15
    • Chocolate Brownie

      Calandra's homemade nut-free brownie with french whipped cream and chocolate sauce.
      $5.15
    • Cupcake Large

      Red Velvet, Carrot, Cannoli, or Oreo
      $5.90
    • Tiramisu

      Ladyfingers dipped in espresso and layered with a whipped mascarpone and flavored with cocoa.
      $6.55
    • 3" Cheesecake

      A 3" cheesecake, offering a compact and classic cheesecake experience, typically includes a creamy filling on a crust base.
      $5.15
    • Sfogliatelle Large

      A sfogliatella, often a flaky pastry shell filled with ricotta, citrus, and a hint of cinnamon.
      $4.00
    • Eclair Small

      A small éclair, typically consisting of a light choux pastry shell filled with a sweet cream and glazed with a smooth chocolate topping.
      $3.30
    • Creme Brulee

      Rich vanilla custard beneath a caramelized sugar crust.
      $4.00
    • St. Joseph

      A sweet pastry traditionally filled with a creamy custard or ricotta, often garnished with powdered sugar.
      $4.00
    • Lobster Tail

      A pastry shell filled with a rich and creamy filling, inspired by the luxurious texture of lobster.
      $5.50
    • Portuguese Custard Cups

      Half a dozen (6) Portuguese Custard Cups
      $17.50
    • 5" Cake

      5-Inch cake available in Cannoli, Strawberry Shortcake, or Chocolate Fudge
      $18.85
    • 7" Cake

      7-Inch cake available in Cannoli, Strawberry Shortcake, or Chocolate Fudge
      $27.25
    • 7" Plain Cheesecake

      A 7" classic cheesecake, typically includes a rich, creamy filling on a traditional graham cracker crust, following the New York-style preparation.
      $29.95
    • 7" Ricotta Cheesecake

      A 7" cheesecake crafted with ricotta, offering a smooth and slightly citrus-infused texture, without a specific crust mentioned, focusing on the rich taste of ricotta.
      $29.95

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