Bacco Italian and Wine Bar

4.8

1321 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Sniff, Swirl, and Sip your way through top-rated wine and irresistible Italian food in a stylish, yet casual dining room and expansive bar.

Serving authentic Italian dishes with an extensive wine list in addition to a self-serve wine system allowing guests to sample a variety of wines.

Our story goes way back to the streets just outside of Naples, Italy. It is there that partners Gennaro and Ivano were infused with the skills for creative-yet-classic preparation and craftsmanship of a great Italian meal; and an overall experience that leaves you happy and content.

Join us for an exceptional dining experience reminiscent of the stylish eateries and wine bars of Italy.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(443) 372-5721
Website
http://www.baccoitalianwinebar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3459 Merchants Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009
Neighborhood
Bel Air
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Fried Calamari$14.00
with duo dipping sauce
Bruschetta Napoletana$10.00
grilled Italian bread / marinated organic cherry tomatoes / arugula / Parmesan / balsamic glaze
Shrimp Gondola$15.00
scampi sauce / grilled Italian bread
Crab Bruschetta$16.00
grilled Italian bread / creamy crab dip / red roasted peppers / Parmesan
Meatball + Polenta$10.00
handcrafted meatballs / tomato sauce / creamy Parmesan polenta / pesto / EVOO
Mussels Fradiavola$14.00
organic tomatoes / spicy marinara / garlic crostini
Burrata Caprese$14.00
creamy center mozzarella / heirloom tomatoes / fresh basil / balsamic glaze / EVOO
Eggplant Torta$11.00
pan-fried eggplant / tomato sauce / mozzarella / garlic crostini
Arancini Flash-Fried Rice Balls$11.00
ground beef / peas / fontina / duo dipping sauce
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$13.00
pancetta / Gorgonzola / local honey / lemon zest
Grilled Octopus$18.00
Mediterranean relish / basil olive oil

Insalate

Add-ons: Chicken +$6, Shrimp +$8, Salmon* +$9, Tuna* +$9

Finocchietta$11.00
arugula / orange / fennel / pomegranate / olives / toasted pistachios / lemon vinaigrette
Aruguletta$10.00
arugula / Parmesan / organic tomatoes / lemon vinaigrette
Caesar$10.00
Romaine / Parmesan / garlic croutons / Caesar dressing / Parmesan cracker
Misticanza$10.00
spring mix / organic cherry tomatoes / grilled vegetables / shaved Parmesan / balsamic vinaigrette
Mediterranea$11.00
spring mix / tomatoes / cucumber / red onion / feta / pistachios / olives / balsamic vinaigrette

Carpacci & Boards

Manzo*$15.00
raw beef / capers / spring mix / crushed peppercorns / mustard aioli / artisan crackers
Tuna*$15.00
peppercorn-encrusted Ahi / spring mix / spicy lemon aioli / artisan crackers
Bacco Board*$20.00
Italian meats & cheeses / grilled vegetables / olives / char-grilled Italian bread
Formaggi Misti$16.00
creamy Gorgonzola, Italico, sharp provolone, Asiago, pepato cheeses / dry & fresh fruit / fig jam / walnuts / char-grilled Italian bread

Artisan Flatbread

Margherita$13.00
San Marzano tomatoes / mozzarella / basil / EVOO
Truffle Funghi$15.00
wild mushrooms / mozzarella / ricotta / Gorgonzola / speck / truffle oil
Marcello$14.00
San Marzano tomatoes / mozzarella / salami / sausage / ham / bacon
Bella Meatball$14.00
San Marzano tomatoes / meatballs / mozzarella / basil pesto / ricotta
Biancaneve$15.00
mozzarella / basil / organic tomatoes / arugula / prosciutto / shaved Parmesan / EVOO / balsamic glaze

Le Paste

Substitute your pasta with Gluten-Free Penne Pasta - Lunch +$4, Dinner +$4

Penne Caprese
marinara sauce / EVOO / fresh mozzarella / basil / Parmesan
- Lunch$12.00
- Dinner$17.00
Raviolone Sofia Loren
jumbo ravioli / spinach-cheese blend / red roasted pepper-tomato ragù / arugula
- Lunch$13.00
- Dinner$17.00
Fettuccine Bolognese
Bolognese-style meat ragu
- Lunch$13.00
- Dinner$17.00
Lobster Ravioli
saffron cream sauce / asparagus tips
- Lunch$18.00
- Dinner$27.00
Linguine con Vongole
littleneck clams / organic cherry tomatoes / EVOO / garlic / chili flakes / white wine flambée
- Lunch$14.00
- Dinner$20.00
Fettuccine Zafferano
shrimp / scallops / lump crab meat / saffron cream sauce
- Lunch$24.00
- Dinner$36.00
Penne alla Vodka
creamy vodka rosé sauce / peas / ham / Parmesan
- Lunch$13.00
- Dinner$17.00
Shrimp Scampi
Gulf shrimp / garlic-butter-lemon sauce / linguine
- Lunch$16.00
- Dinner$25.00
Paccheri Granchio
large-tubed pasta / lump crab / organic cherry tomatoes / arugula / lemon zest / spicy breadcrumbs
- Lunch$18.00
- Dinner$27.00
Paccheri Matriciana
large-tubed pasta / caramelized onions / pancetta-bacon mix / marinara sauce / EVOO / basil / Parmesan
- Lunch$12.00
- Dinner$16.00
Angel Hair Santa Lucia
wild mushrooms / asparagus tips / sun-dried tomatoes / creamy pesto sauce / Parmesan
- Lunch$13.00
- Dinner$18.00
Orecchiette S.B.R.
ear-shaped pasta / crumbled sausage / roasted garlic broccoli rabe / white wine flambée / Parmesan
- Lunch$13.00
- Dinner$18.00
Linguine 7 Fishes
squid ink linguine / littleneck clams / mussels / crabmeat / fresh calamari / shrimp / lobster tail / scallops / organic cherry tomatoes / white wine flambée
- Dinner$36.00

Classic Italian

Eggplant Parmigiana
angel hair pasta
- Lunch$12.00
- Dinner$18.00
Chicken Parmigiana
angel hair pasta
- Lunch$13.00
- Dinner$20.00
Veal Parmigiana
angel hair pasta
- Lunch$14.00
- Dinner$22.00
Fettuccine Alfredo
egg noodles / creamy alfredo sauce / Parmesan cheese
- Lunch$12.00
- Dinner$17.00
Lasagna
Bolognese-style meat ragu / blend of cheeses / tomato-béchamel sauce
- Dinner$18.00

Gnocchi & Risotti

Risotto Mignon
mignon tips / caramelized onions / wild mushrooms / Gorgonzola cheese
- Lunch$19.00
- Dinner$26.00
Risotto Pescatore
clams / octopus / mussels / calamari / shrimp / crab meat / organic cherry tomatoes / white wine flambée
- Lunch$22.00
- Dinner$28.00
Gnocchi al Tegamino
marinara sauce / EVOO / fresh mozzarella / basil / Parmesan cheese
- Lunch$13.00
- Dinner$18.00
Gnocchi Gorgonzola
organic baby spinach / Gorgonzola cream sauce / crushed walnuts / truffle oil
- Lunch$14.00
- Dinner$20.00

Terra - From the Land

Pollo ai Funghi
chicken breast / wild mushrooms / Cipollini onions / Marsala wine sauce / roasted garlic mashed potatoes + broccolini
- Dinner$22.00
Pollo al Limone
chicken breast / roasted red peppers / capers / olives / roasted garlic / white wine-lemon sauce / rosemary potatoes + asparagus
- Dinner$22.00
Vitello Picatta
veal scallopini / lemon-butter sauce / capers / garlic mashed potatoes + broccolini
- Dinner$26.00
Vitello Saltimbocca
veal scallopini / prosciutto / mozzarella / fresh sage / Marsala wine sauce / roasted garlic mashed potatoes + broccolini
- Dinner$26.00
Filetto Rossini*
8 oz. / prosciutto-wrapped / Gorgonzola crust / Barolo red wine reduction / roasted garlic mashed potatoes + asparagus
- Dinner$39.00
Chianti Short Ribs
braised boneless short ribs / Cipollini onions / Chianti wine reduction / roasted garlic mashed potatoes + asparagus
- Dinner$34.00

Mare - From the Sea

Norwegian Salmon*
pan-seared / roasted vegetable caponata / lemon-butter sauce / creamy Parmesan polenta
- Dinner$27.00
Crab Cakes
2 pan-seared jumbo lump crab cakes / remoulade sauce / roasted garlic mashed potatoes / asparagus. Available in Dinner
- Market Price
Branzino
pan-seared crispy skin / garlic-lemon sauce / asparagus / rosemary potatoes
- Dinner$30.00
Ahi Tuna*
seared medium-rare / spicy mustard sauce / roasted garlic mashed potatoes + broccolini
- Dinner$29.00
Cacciucco
Tuscan Seafood Stew Gulf shrimp / octopus / mussels / clams / calamari / sea scallops / lobster tail / catch of the day / white wine-tomato broth / char-grilled Italian bread
- Dinner$35.00

Panini

Served for Lunch only. 11am to 4pm daily. Artisan ciabatta bread / Shoestring fries

Italiano$13.00
ham / salami / mortadella / provolone / lettuce / tomato / banana peppers / EVOO / balsamic-mayo spread
Chicken Parmigiana$13.00
breaded chicken / tomato sauce / mozzarella
Polpettone$12.00
meatballs / tomato sauce / ricotta / basil-pesto spread
Prosciutto & Mozzarella$13.00
Italian prosciutto / mozzarella / heirloom tomatoes / red roasted peppers / arugula / EVOO / balsamic-mayo spread
Chicken Toscano$13.00
grilled chicken breast / Italian prosciutto / heirloom tomatoes / provolone / pesto-mayo spread

Sides

Baby Spinach$8.00
Broccoli Rabe$8.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Asparagus$8.00
Broccolini$8.00
Rosemary Potatoes$8.00
Wild Mushrooms

Dessert

Grande Cannoli$9.00
extra-large / chocolate interior / Sicilian-style cannoli cream
Sabayon con Frutti di Bosco$9.00
house-made / Marsala-infused egg custard / fresh berries / fresh mint
Tiramisu$10.00
espresso-soaked ladyfingers / mascarpone cheese
Chocolate Lava$10.00
warm chocolate center / vanilla bean ice cream
Cheesecake alle Fragole$10.00
NY style cheesecake / wild strawberries / strawberry sauce / sponge cake base
Creme Brûlée$10.00
rich vanilla bean custard / caramelized sugar top / fresh berries
Limoncello Cake$10.00
alternating sponge cake layers / lemon-infused mascarpone cream / limoncello sauce
Coppa Gelato$9.00
Ask your server for our daily gelato selections

Pizza Romana

Available for carryout only. Light, crisp + airy square, pan crust with a hint of sour dough

Cheese
- 12"$12.00
- 16"$15.00
Margherita
San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, EVOO
- 12"$14.00
- 16"$18.00
Grandma
mozzarella, touch of smoked mozzarella, fresh garlic, dollops of zesty pizza sauce, Parmesan cheese, lotsa fresh basil, EVOO
- 12"$14.00
- 16"$18.00
Sausage & Patate
mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, fresh crumbled sausage, crispy potatoes, rosemary, EVOO
- 12"$18.00
- 16"$23.00
A Mortadella
mozzarella, ricotta, pistachios, mortadella, fresh arugula, lemon zest, EVOO
- 12"$18.00
- 16"$23.00
Mona Lisa
mozzarella, grilled vegetables, goat cheese, balsamic glaze
- 12"$18.00
- 16"$23.00
Diablo
zesty pizza sauce, mozzarella, hot salami sopressata, chile-infused olive oil
- 12"$18.00
- 16"$23.00
Tricolore
mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, broccoli, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil
- 12"$18.00
- 16"$23.00
Vegetariana
zesty pizza sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, broccoli, baby spinach, red onions, red roasted peppers
- 12"$18.00
- 16"$23.00
The Butcher Shop
zesty pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, ham, bacon bits
- 12"$20.00
- 16"$25.00
Caprese
mozzarella, fresh mozzarella, fresh tomato, prosciutto, arugula, EVOO
- 12"$20.00
- 16"$25.00
Pollo Florentina
mozzarella, chicken, caramelized onions, spinach, Gorgonzola
- 12"$20.00
- 16"$25.00

Catering Menu

Please allow 24 hour notice for free delivery and setup including shafing racks, sternos & serving ware. Minimum order $200

Antipasti

Bacco Boards
- Half Platter$80.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$160.00
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
- Half Platter$60.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$120.00
Meatball & Polenta
- Half Platter$50.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$100.00
Eggplant Torta
- Half Platter$50.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$100.00
Crab Bruschetta
- Half Platter$60.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$120.00
Bruschetta Napoletana
- Half Platter$50.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$100.00
Burrata Caprese
- Half Platter$70.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$140.00

Insalate

Served with Italian bread. Top Your Salad Off! Chicken, Shrimp For an Additional Charge

Caesar
- Half Platter$50.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$100.00
Misticanza
- Half Platter$50.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$100.00
Mediterranea
- Half Platter$55.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$110.00
Aruguletta
- Half Platter$50.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$100.00
Finocchietta
- Half Platter$55.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$110.00

Panini

Served on artisan ciabatta with shoestring fries

Mix and Match
choose from: Prosciutto & Mozzarella, Polpettone, Chicken Toscano, Italiano, Porchetta
- Half Platter (20 Halves)$120.00
- Full Platter (40 Halves)$240.00

Paste

Served with Italian bread

Fettuccine Alfredo
- Half Platter$90.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$180.00
Lasagna
- Half Platter$90.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$180.00
Lobster Ravioli
- Half Platter$150.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$300.00
Fettuccine Bolognese
- Half Platter$85.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$170.00
Fettuccine Zafferano
- Half Platter$190.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$380.00
Shrimp Scampi
- Half Platter$150.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$300.00
Paccheri Matriciana
- Half Platter$90.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$180.00

Entrees

Served with Italian bread

Chicken Parmigiana
- Half Platter$90.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$180.00
Veal Parmigiana
- Half Platter$100.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$200.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
- Half Platter$90.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$180.00
Chianti Short Ribs
- Half Platter$155.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$310.00
Chicken Limone
- Half Platter$100.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$200.00
Chicken Funghi
- Half Platter$100.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$200.00
Vitello Saltimbocca
- Half Platter$160.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$320.00
Ahi Tuna
- Half Platter$170.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$340.00
Norwegian Salmon
- Half Platter$170.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$340.00
Branzino
- Half Platter$180.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$360.00
Risotto Pescatore
- Half Platter$180.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$340.00
Risotto Mignon
- Half Platter$180.00
- Full Platter (Serves 8-10)$340.00

What 1,321 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bacco Italian and Wine Bar is a delightful dining destination known for its "great food and drinks," "wonderful service," and "beautiful atmosphere." With standout dishes like shrimp scampi, lobster ravioli, and fettuccine bolognese, it consistently delivers a "gem" of an experience. Regulars praise its "excellent" specials and charming staff, making it a must-visit for any occasion.

1,321 Reviews

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sheila
VIP
Baltimore
48 reviews
4.0
48 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Sat in the bar area during happy hour. Enjoyed a half price app (meatballs) as my dinner and still took some home with me - it was huge, tasty, and great value on HH menu. Loved the atmosphere. Being greeted or ordering was a little slow, food came out very quickly, and then wrapping up was very slow.
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Jen & Jim
Baltimore
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was top notch, food was ok. Bar service was very accommodating
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Paul
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner at Bacco's, as usual. My only complaint is that the arancini appetizers seemed a bit bitter, but everything else more than made up for that.
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Linda
VIP
Baltimore
131 reviews
5.0
131 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and generous portions. Quality of the food has never changed. Pasta and fish dishes are very authentic to Italy. Nice wine selection as well. Like the vibe of the dining room and the bar area.
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Robert
Baltimore
27 reviews
3.0
27 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We had a good meal here during restaurant week. Bacco is a beautiful restaurant and well-loved you can tell by the number of people there dining. It was packed Friday night that we went. Entrees were outstanding, appetizers were yummy, and dessert was good. The free bread was a little dry. It may have been because it was busy, but our service was just fair. It took us over an hour for just my husband and I to get out of there. Not trying to rush, but I don't like waiting what I thought was a lot longer than usual. Nonetheless will be back because I enjoy the food and atmosphere here.
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Jessica
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. We loved the food and service was super!
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Albert
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bacco's Happy Hour is a great value. Our server, Lana, was outstanding and attentive to all of our needs. Highly recommend!
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Susanne
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bacco has always been our favorite! The food is great, the cocktails are crafted and made strong and well, the wine selections are phenomenal, and the service is above excellent. A wonderful restaurant in one perfect package!
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Richard
Baltimore
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Not my first time there. The food and service were great and the Restaurant Week menu was terrific. Will recommend Bacco'\ to my friends.
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Walter M
VIP
Baltimore
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Lana, was attentive and helpful. The support staff was also very helpful and cooperative.
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FAQs

Bacco Italian and Wine Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (443) 372-5721.

Bacco Italian and Wine Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 1321 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bacco Italian and Wine Bar

3459 Merchants Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Bel Air
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.baccoitalianwinebar.com/
Phone number
(443) 372-5721

Bacco Italian and Wine Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gnocchi Gorgonzola

Lobster Ravioli

Paccheri Matriciana

Antipasti

Fried Calamari$14.00

Bruschetta Napoletana$10.00

Shrimp Gondola$15.00

Crab Bruschetta$16.00

Meatball + Polenta$10.00

Mussels Fradiavola$14.00

Burrata Caprese$14.00

Eggplant Torta$11.00

Arancini Flash-Fried Rice Balls$11.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$13.00

Grilled Octopus$18.00

Insalate

Finocchietta$11.00

Aruguletta$10.00

Caesar$10.00

Misticanza$10.00

Mediterranea$11.00

Carpacci & Boards

Manzo*$15.00

Tuna*$15.00

Bacco Board*$20.00

Formaggi Misti$16.00

Artisan Flatbread

Margherita$13.00

Truffle Funghi$15.00

Marcello$14.00

Bella Meatball$14.00

Biancaneve$15.00

Le Paste

Penne Caprese

Raviolone Sofia Loren

Fettuccine Bolognese

Lobster Ravioli

Linguine con Vongole

Fettuccine Zafferano

Penne alla Vodka

Shrimp Scampi

Paccheri Granchio

Paccheri Matriciana

Angel Hair Santa Lucia

Orecchiette S.B.R.

Linguine 7 Fishes

Classic Italian

Eggplant Parmigiana

Chicken Parmigiana

Veal Parmigiana

Fettuccine Alfredo

Lasagna

Gnocchi & Risotti

Risotto Mignon

Risotto Pescatore

Gnocchi al Tegamino

Gnocchi Gorgonzola

Terra - From the Land

Pollo ai Funghi

Pollo al Limone

Vitello Picatta

Vitello Saltimbocca

Filetto Rossini*

Chianti Short Ribs

Mare - From the Sea

Norwegian Salmon*

Crab Cakes

Branzino

Ahi Tuna*

Cacciucco

Panini

Italiano$13.00

Chicken Parmigiana$13.00

Polpettone$12.00

Prosciutto & Mozzarella$13.00