The Original Vinnie's Neighborhood Italian Menu

641 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
  • ANTIPASTI

    • Calamari Fritti

      fried calamari, Vinnie's marinara
    • Shrimp Scampi

      olive oil, white wine, butter, garlic, red pepper
    • Octopus A La Plancha

      spanish octopus, romesco, lemon, crispy potatoes
    • Steamed Mussels

      red, caper-white wine, or fra diavolo sauce
    • Toasted Ravioli

      deep fried ricotta ravioli, Vinnie's marinara
    • Arancini

      fried risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella in Vinnie's smoky tomato sauce
    • Mozzarella Marinara

      house-made fried mozzarella sticks, Vinnie's marinara
    • Sweet Italian Sausage

      handmade from union city, new jersey
    • House Made Focaccia

      whipped ricotta, olive oil
    • Italian Wedding Soup

      chicken broth, mini meatballs, spinach, orzo, parmesan
  • VINNIE'S SPECIALTIES

    • Twice-Baked Meat Lasagna

      perfezione!
    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Sonny’s recipe, over spaghetti.
    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Kevin D’s favorite, over spaghetti.
    • Pan-Seared Sea Scallops

      linguini with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, capers, red onion, and white wine butter sauce
  • INSALATA

    • Vinnie’s Caesar

      caesar dressing, croutons, anchovy filet
    • Greek

      romaine lettuce, feta cheese, red onions, olives, pepperoncini, tomatoes, house greek dressing
  • PASTA

    • Spaghetti With Meatballs

      meatballs, Vinnie’s marinara.
    • Spaghetti With “Sunday Gravy”

      Aunt Stella's recipe with sweet Italian sausage and meatballs
    • Spaghetti Carbonara

      guanciale, peas, eggs, cream, parmesan cheese
    • Penne Alla Arrabbiata

      Vinnie’s marinara, garlic-infused olive oil, pepper flakes
    • Penne Alla Vodka

      pancetta, sautéed onions, vodka cream sauce, scallions
    • Baked Ziti Napolitano

      ricotta, mozzarella, Vinnie's marinara, cream, parmesan
    • Penne Al Fungi

      wild mushrooms, shallots, sherry cream sauce
    • Linguini & Clams

      middle neck clams, whole and chopped | served with red, white, or fra diavolo sauce
    • Penne Bolognese

      ground beef, sausage, onion, cream, white wine-tomato sauce
    • Linguini & Shrimp

      shrimp, garlic | served with red, white, or fra diavolo sauce
    • Linguini Pescatore

      shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari | served with red, caper-white wine, or fra diavolo sauce
    • Sausage, Peppers, & Onions

      penne pasta with sweet italian sausage, green peppers, and sweet onions
    • Fettuccine Alfredo

      parmesan, cream, garlic
  • ITALIAN CLASSICS

    • Chicken Picatta

      lemon, capers, shallots, white wine butter sauce
    • Chicken Marsala

      marsala wine, shallots, garlic, mushrooms
    • Chicken Paillard

      grilled chicken breast, olive oil, garlic, parsley, spices
    • Salmon Gratella

      olive oil, garlic, parsley, spices
  • SIDES

    • Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    • Sautéed Garlic Spinach

    • Sautéed Garlic Broccoli

    • Grilled Asparagus

  • BAMBINO (Kids Menu)

    • Spaghetti & Meatballs

      ‎'pasketti, a kid's favorite
    • Chicken Tenders

      mashed potatoes, marinara.
    • Baked Ziti

      ‎what kid doesn't love some baked macaroni?
  • POSTRE

    • NY Ricotta Cheesecake

      a trip down memory lane — 386 flatbush ave.
    • Tiramisu

      Vinnie's family recipe from Veneto
    • Cannoli

      What can we say? "Leave the gun, take the cannoli!"
    • Italian White Cake

      vanilla cream, coconut, toasted almond.
    • Flourless Chocolate Torte

      layers of chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, and chocolate ganache.

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Menu Gallery

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