Nucci's Italian Cafe & Pizza Menu

4.5
(500+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Meatballs (2)

      Two meatballs, hand-rolled and seasoned with Italian herbs, served with a rich marinara sauce.
      $5.50
    • Cheese Garlic Bread

      Toasted bread topped with melted cheese and garlic.
      $5.50
    • Fettuccini Alfredo Con Pollo

      Creamy fettuccine alfredo paired with tender chicken. Option for regular serving. Choice of salad or soup.
      $16.95
    • Garlic Bread

      Crisp, buttery toasted bread infused with aromatic garlic and herbs.
      $3.00
    • Tiramisu

      $5.25
    • Cheese Pizza (Large 16”)

      A large 16-inch pizza topped with a blend of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, garnished with pepperoni slices.
      $16.00
    • Spaghetti Marinara

      No Description
      $13.95
    • Cannoli

      Crispy pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta cream, garnished with chocolate drizzle and maraschino cherries.
      $6.25
    • Fettuccini Alfredo

      Fresh cream, butter, and Pecorino Romano cheese. Add cream sauce for an additional charge.
      $14.95
    • pepsi

      The bold, refreshing, robust cola
      $3.95
    • Cheese Pizza (Small 10')

      A 10' pizza featuring a blend of cheeses on a classic tomato sauce, spread over a freshly made dough base.
      $12.00
    • Mediterranean Salad large

      Mixed lettuce, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, gorgonzola cheese, tomatoes, calamata olives, in light lemon dressing.
      $12.95
  • Cold Panini

    Italian sandwiches. All cold sandwiches (except turkey & cheese) include lettuce, tomato, onion, pepperoncini, and Italian dressing.
    • Super Sub

      Ham, salami, Cappacola, provolone cheese.
      $12.95
    • Ham & Cheese

      Ham and American cheese, complemented by lettuce and tomato, served on freshly baked bread.
      $11.95
    • Proscuitto & Cheese

      Prosciutto and cheese panini typically includes thinly sliced prosciutto paired with a select Italian cheese on freshly baked bread.
      $12.95
    • Turkey & Cheese

      Lettuce, tomato, mayo.
      $12.95
    • Grilled Chicken Sub

      Grilled chicken, provolone.
      $12.95
    • Veggies Sub

      Provolone cheese, green bell peppers, black olives, mushrooms.
      $11.95
    • Cappacola & Cheese

      Cappacola & cheese panini typically includes thinly sliced cappacola, a type of Italian cured meat, paired with provolone cheese on pressed Italian bread.
      $11.95
    • Salami & Cheese

      Sliced salami and provolone cheese, often accompanied by lettuce, tomato, and a hint of mustard aioli.
      $11.95
  • Hot Panini

    Italian sandwiches.
    • Italian Steak Sub

      Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, & provolone.
      $12.95
    • Sausage & Peppers

      Grilled Italian sausage paired with sautéed peppers and onions, typically includes a savory marinara sauce, encased in a freshly toasted panini bread.
      $12.95
    • Sausage Parmigiana

      Italian sausage topped with marinara sauce and melted provolone cheese, served in a toasted panini.
      $11.95
    • Meatball & Peppers

      Handmade meatballs paired with sautéed peppers, typically nestled in a toasted panini bread with marinara sauce.
      $12.95
    • Peppers & Eggs

      Sautéed peppers and fresh eggs, typically includes a touch of Romano cheese, all pressed in a panini.
      $11.95
    • Sausage, Peppers & Eggs

      Grilled Italian sausage paired with sautéed peppers and a seasoned egg mixture, served in a toasted Panini.
      $12.95
    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Breaded Chicken Breast, Tomato Sauce, Melted Cheese, Italian Herbs
      $12.95
    • Meatball Parmigiana

      Homemade meatballs, marinara sauce, and provolone cheese, typically includes a blend of Italian herbs.
      $11.95
    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Classic Italian dish with layers of breaded eggplant, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheese.
      $11.95
  • Daily Lunch Specials

    • ½ Panini & Small Soup

      A half-sized panini paired with a small serving of soup, typically featuring a selection of Italian meats, cheeses, and vegetables on grilled bread, alongside a seasonal soup.
      $10.50
    • ½ Panini & Small Green Salad

      A half portion of a panini, typically including a variety of Italian meats or vegetables with cheese, paired with a small green salad often dressed in a light vinaigrette.
      $10.50
    • Small Green Salad & Bowl Of Soup

      A small serving of mixed greens accompanied by a bowl of the day's soup, typically featuring seasonal vegetables and Italian herbs.
      $9.50
  • Antipasti (Appetizers)

    • Pepperoni & Cheese Garlic Bread

      Served with a side of marinara sauce.
      $7.50
    • Mozzarella In Carrozza

      Breaded, fried mozzarella with a slice of ham and side of marinara.
      $12.95
    • Carciofi Tostati

      Toasted artichoke hearts tossed with lemon juice, olive oil, and Romano cheese on a bed of greens.
      $12.95
    • Bruschetta Alla Romano

      Grilled Tuscan bread topped with chopped Roma tomatoes, garlic, basil and mozzarella.
      $7.95
    • Zuppa Del Giorno

      Soup of the day.
      $4.95
    • Calamari Fritti

      Tender, deep-fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
      $16.00
    • Gamboretti Marinati

      Marinated grilled shrimp tossed with Roma tomato, basil, garlic, and olive oil over a bed of greens.
      $12.95
  • Insalata (Salad)

    • Mediterranean Salad large

      Mixed lettuce, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, gorgonzola cheese, tomatoes, calamata olives, in light lemon dressing.
      $12.95
    • Insalata Della Casa large

      Assorted greens, tomatoes, calamata olives, red onions, and gorgonzola cheese tossed in a light lemon dressing.
      $12.95
    • Insalata Romano large

      Romaine lettuce tossed with caesar dressing, croutons and romano cheese.
      $8.95
    • Garden Green Salad large

      Fresh greens mix, choice of large or small.
      $7.25
    • Spinach Salad large

      Fresh spinach, Panchetta bacon, sliced hard-boiled egg, and sliced toasted almonds with honey mustard dressing or balsamic vinaigrette.
      $12.95
    • Pomadoro Salad

      Tomato, red onion, basil, four cheese, provolone, calamatas, vinaigrette, olive oil, black pepper, and salt.
      $13.95
    • Antipasto Misto

      Assorted meats and cheeses, marinated vegetables, and olives.
      $14.95
    • Caprese

      Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomato, basil, fresh black pepper, and extra virgin olive oil.
      $12.95
    • Raspberry Salad

      Spring mix salad, 3 jumbo shrimp, almond, red onion, cucumber, tangerine in raspberry dressing.
      $13.95
  • Featured Item

    • Spinach Calzone

      Spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella.
      $13.00
    • BBQ Calzone

      BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, red onion, fresh cilantro, and mozzarella.
      $13.95
    • Stromboli

      Stuffed with sausage, meatball, pepperoni, ham, ricotta and mozzarella.
      $13.95
    • Sammy’s Pizza Roll

      Pepperoni, ham, jalapeños, pineapple, mozzarella.
      $13.95
  • Pizza

    • Nucci’s Special with 7 Toppings (Large 16”)

      Thin crust New York style pizza on request.
      $27.40
    • Cheese Pizza (Small 10')

      A 10' pizza featuring a blend of cheeses on a classic tomato sauce, spread over a freshly made dough base.
      $12.00
    • Cheese Pizza (Medium 14”)

      Hand-tossed in a medium 14' size, this cheese pizza combines homemade marinara sauce with a blend of cheeses on a freshly made dough.
      $14.00
    • Cheese Pizza (Large 16”)

      A large 16-inch pizza topped with a blend of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, garnished with pepperoni slices.
      $16.00
    • Nucci’s Special with 7 Toppings (Small 10')

      Thin crust New York style pizza on request.
      $19.40
    • Nucci’s Special with 7 Toppings (Medium 14”)

      Thin crust New York style pizza on request.
      $23.40
  • Specialita De Pizza

    • Sam’s Pizza

      Pepperoni, crumbled sausage, mozzarella, green bell peppers, red onion, black olives, mushroom, pizza sauce.
      $16.25
    • Margherita small 10 inch

      Whole milk mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, olive oil.
      $16.95
    • Pesto Pizza

      Pesto sauce, almonds, pine nuts, feta cheese, ricotta, mozzarella, grilled chicken and sun-dried tomato.
      $16.95
    • BBQ Pizza

      BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, red onion, cilantro, mozzarella.
      $16.95
    • Michael’s Pizza

      4 cheese, basil, pepperoni, jalapeño.
      $16.25
    • Quattro Formaggi small 10inch

      A blend of four: provolone, gorgonzola, mozzarella, and Romano cheeses, fresh tomato, and basil.
      $16.95
    • Primavera

      Roasted bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, fresh tomato.
      $15.95
    • Rustica

      Sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, grilled chicken breast.
      $16.95
    • Quattro Stagioni

      Broccoli, artichoke hearts, sausage, mushroom.
      $16.25
  • Pasta

    All pasta dishes include soup or salad and garlic knots.
    • Fettuccini Alfredo Con Pollo

      Creamy fettuccine alfredo paired with tender chicken. Option for regular serving. Choice of salad or soup.
      $16.95
    • Spaghetti Carbonara

      Pancetta bacon, sautéed onions, imported Romano cheese in a cream sauce.
      $15.95
    • Spaghetti Bolognese

      Spaghetti in a rich Bolognese sauce. Options: regular serving, choice of salad or soup.
      $14.95
    • Fettuccini Alfredo

      Fresh cream, butter, and Pecorino Romano cheese. Add cream sauce for an additional charge.
      $14.95
    • Penne Amatriciana

      Sautéed sausage, Roma tomatoes, basil, garlic, chili pepper, in a spicy Rosetta sauce.
      $15.95
    • Spaghetti & Meatball

      $14.95
    • Spaghetti Napoletana

      Sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and basil in a marinara sauce.
      $14.95
    • Linguini Alla Vongole

      Baby clams sautéed in garlic and wine, red or white.
      $16.95
    • Spaghetti Compagnola

      Sautéed mushrooms, onion, garlic, and meat sauce in a creamy Rosetta sauce.
      $15.95
    • Tortellini Panna Prosciutto

      Sautéed prosciutto and onion in an Alfredo sauce.
      $15.95
    • Rigatoni Alla Toscano

      Italian sausage, roasted pepper, zucchini, Roma tomatoes, eggplant, garlic, basil and rosetta sauce.
      $15.95
    • Rigatoni Alla Monte

      Grilled chicken, artichoke, capers, mushroom in\ta lemon, butter and white wine sauce.
      $15.95
    • Penne Con Vodka

      Pomodoro sauce with vodka, mascarpone cheese and a touch of cream.
      $14.95
    • Cappellini Pomadoro

      Roma tomato, garlic, and basil in a white wine sauce.
      $13.95
    • Manicotti

      Stuffed with ricotta cheese and topped with marinara and mozzarella.
      $13.50
    • Tortellini Al Forno

      Baked in a marinara sauce with ricotta and mozzarella.
      $14.95
    • Spaghetti Marinara

      No Description
      $13.95
    • Spaghetti & Sausage

      Spaghetti intertwined with seasoned sausage. Option for regular serving. Comes with choice of soup or salad.
      $14.95
    • Linguini Aglio E Olio

      Sautéed garlic, Italian parsley, and virgin olive oil. Add anchovies for an additional charge.
      $14.95
    • Linguini Puttanesca

      Fresh tomatoes, parsley, basil, garlic, anchovies, crushed red pepper flakes, black olives, and capers.
      $14.95
    • Linguini Al Pesto

      An aromatic pesto sauce of fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil.
      $14.95
    • Penne Quattro Formaggi

      Tube pasta, a blend of provolone, gorgonzola, fontina and mozzarella cheese.
      $15.95
    • Penne Arabiata

      Penne pasta in a spicy marinara sauce.
      $13.95
    • Lasagna Al Forno

      Baked lasagna with marinara.
      $14.95
    • Penne Lisa’s

      Grilled chicken, sun-dried tomato, artichokes, broccoli, garlic & basil in a white wine sauce.
      $15.95
    • Rigatoni Fra Diablo

      Sautéed\tcalamari, sautéed jumbo shrimp, Roma tomato, garlic, basil in a spicy marinara sauce.
      $17.95
    • Lasagna Bolognese

      Baked lasagna with meat sauce.
      $15.95
    • Cappellini Genovesa

      Angel hair pasta, peas, onions, pancetta bacon in a cream sauce with a touch of lemon.
      $15.95
    • Fettuccini or Linguini Primavera

      Sautéed onions, tomatoes, broccoli, mushrooms, zucchini, and peas in a garlic and white wine sauce.
      $15.95
  • Ravioli

    All pasta dishes include soup or salad and garlic knots.
    • Meat Ravioli

      Topped with meat sauce.
      $14.95
    • Portobello Ravioli

      Mushroom ravioli, sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and basil in a marinara sauce.
      $15.95
    • Shrimp Ravioli

      Topped with a Rosetta sauce.
      $15.95
    • Cheese Ravioli

      Add meat sauce for an additional charge.
      $12.95
  • Gnocchi

    All pasta dishes include soup or salad and garlic knots.
    • Kristina Potato Gnocchi with Alfredo

      Potato gnocchi, creamy Alfredo sauce. Options: regular serving; salad or soup.
      $13.95
    • Potato Gnocchi with Marinara

      $12.95
  • Specialita Della Casa

    Includes side of spaghetti marinara and soup or salad and garlic knots.
    • Pollo Melanzane

      Lightly breaded chicken and eggplant topped with mozzarella and marinara sauce.
      $17.95
    • Melanzane Rollantine

      Eggplant lightly breaded, stuffed and rolled with ricotta, provolone, gorgonzola, and mozzarella and baked.
      $15.95
    • Melanzane Parmigiana

      Eggplant lightly breaded and topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese then baked.
      $15.95
  • Pollo (Chicken)

    Includes side of spaghetti marinara and soup or salad and garlic knots.
    • Pollo Parmigiana

      Breast of chicken breaded and sautéed topped with marinara and mozzarella.
      $16.95
    • Pollo Mare Monte

      Sautéed chicken breast, Roma tomato, mushroom, chopped spinach and garlic, in a cream sauce includes side of spaghetti marinara.
      $16.95
    • Pollo Milanese

      Breast of chicken lightly breaded and sautéed topped with lemon, butter and white wine with sautéed mushrooms.
      $16.95
    • Pollo Marsala

      Breast of chicken sautéed in a mushroom and marsala wine sauce.
      $16.95
    • Pollo Alla Griglia

      Breast of chicken marinated then grilled with mushrooms, onions, artichoke hearts, fresh lemon in a Rosetta sauce.
      $16.95
    • Pollo Cacciatore

      Breast of chicken sautéed with roasted bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, and tomato sauce.
      $16.95
    • Pollo Pizzaiola

      Breast of chicken sautéed with fresh basil, oregano, tomato sauce, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese and baked.
      $16.95
    • Pollo Fra Diablo

      Sautéed chicken breast, Roma tomato, garlic, and basil in a spicy marinara.
      $16.95
    • Grilled Chicken Plate

      Grilled chicken breast with side of sautéed vegetables.
      $15.95
    • Pollo Picatta

      Breast of chicken sautéed in a lemon, butter, capers and white wine sauce.
      $16.95
    • Mixed Grill San Lorenzo

      Marinated grilled chicken breast, grilled Italian sausage, grilled zucchini and grilled roasted pepper, with side of spaghetti marinara.
      $16.95
  • Vitello (Veal)

    Includes side of spaghetti marinara and soup or salad and garlic knots.
    • Veal Marsala

      Veal sautéed in a mushroom and marsala wine sauce.
      $18.95
    • Veal Parmigiana

      Veal lightly breaded and sautéed topped with marinara and mozzarella.
      $18.95
    • Veal Milanese

      Veal lightly breaded and sautéed topped with lemon, butter and white wine with sautéed mushrooms.
      $18.95
    • Veal Picatta

      Veal sautéed in a lemon, butter, capers and white wine sauce.
      $18.95
    • Veal Pizzaiola

      Veal sautéed with fresh basil, oregano, tomato sauce, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese and baked.
      $18.95
    • Veal & Peppers

      Sauteed veal, roasted peppers, mushrooms, fresh tomato, garlic and white wine.
      $18.95
    • Veal Fra Diablo

      Sautéed veal, Roma tomato, garlic, and basil in a spicy marinara.
      $18.95
    • Veal Mare Monte

      Sautéed veal, Roma tomato, mushroom, chopped spinach and garlic, in a cream sauce includes side of spaghetti marinara.
      $18.95
    • Veal Cacciatore

      Veal sautéed with roasted bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, and tomato sauce.
      $18.95
  • Gamboretti (Shrimp)

    All shrimp dishes are over linguini or capellini pasta with soup or salad and garlic knots.
    • Scampi Limone

      Sautéed jumbo shrimp, mushrooms, lemon, garlic, Italian parsley and white wine.
      $18.95
    • Fettuccini Con Scampi

      Sautéed jumbo shrimp in a fresh cream, butter and Pecorino Romano cheese.
      $18.95
    • Scampi Alla Vongole

      Sautéed jumbo shrimp and chopped baby clams in a garlic and wine sauce red or white.
      $18.95
    • Scampi Fra Diablo

      Sautéed jumbo shrimp in a spicy tomato sauce with a touch of cream.
      $18.95
  • Family Feasts

    All include entrée for 4, one large garden salad & garlic knots for 4.
    • Baked Ziti

      $36.95
    • Lasagna Al Forno

      Baked lasagna with marinara.
      $46.95
    • Lasagna meat sauce

      $50.95
    • Spaghetti Marinara

      No description
      $30.95
    • Pollo Parmigiana

      Includes side of spaghetti marinara.
      $52.95
  • Side Orders

    • Cheese Garlic Bread

      Toasted bread topped with melted cheese and garlic.
      $5.50
    • Meatballs (2)

      Two meatballs, hand-rolled and seasoned with Italian herbs, served with a rich marinara sauce.
      $5.50
    • Garlic Bread

      Crisp, buttery toasted bread infused with aromatic garlic and herbs.
      $3.00
    • Sausage (1)

      Italian sausage served with a traditional marinara sauce.
      $3.50
    • Grilled Chicken

      Juicy, perfectly grilled chicken with a hint of herbs and spices.
      $4.95
    • Side Meatball with Mozzarella

      Ground meat rolled into spheres with breadcrumbs, minced onion, eggs, and seasoning, topped with mozzarella and served in tomato sauce.
      $6.50
    • Shrimp

      Juicy, succulent shrimp, masterfully seasoned and perfectly cooked.
      $3.50
  • Dolce (Dessert)

    • Cheesecake

      Smooth and rich, our Creamy Cheesecake is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
      $6.25
    • Cannoli

      Crispy pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta cream, garnished with chocolate drizzle and maraschino cherries.
      $6.25
    • Spumoni

      A traditional Italian dessert featuring layers of chocolate, pistachio, and cherry ice cream, often mixed with candied fruits and nuts.
      $4.25
    • spumoni bomba choco covered spumoni

      Strawberry, pistachio, and chocolate gelato encased in a chocolate shell.
      $6.25
    • Tiramisu

      $5.25
    • Ice Cream

      Rich, creamy frozen delight available in various flavors to tantalize your taste buds.
      $3.75
  • Soft Drinks

    • pepsi

      The bold, refreshing, robust cola
      $3.95
    • sierra mist

      A caffeine-free soda that provides a crisp, clear burst of lemon lime flavor 
      $3.95
    • Raspberry Ice Tea

      Great for a refreshing, fruity beverage option
      $3.95
    • Diet peosi

      Diet Pepsi, a sugar-free carbonated beverage, offers a light and crisp taste for a refreshing soda experience.
      $3.95
    • Ice Tea

      Refreshing chilled tea, perfectly brewed for a revitalizing experience.
      $3.95
    • Bottled Still Water

      Bottled still water, offering a pure and refreshing hydration experience.
      $3.95
    • Hot Tea

      Steaming, aromatic blend of finely selected tea leaves. Perfectly soothing.
      $3.95
    • quick choco milk

      Typically includes milk mixed with chocolate powder for a sweet and creamy drink.
      $3.95
    • arnold

      Half lemonade and half iced tea blend.
      $3.95
    • Lemonade

      Refreshing citrus beverage.
      $3.95
    • Bottled Sparkling Water

      Carbonated water, sealed in a bottle for freshness.
      $3.95

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