Water and Wine

Specials

Appetizers

• Roasted Honey Nut Squash & Caramelized Fig Salad$18.00

  baby arugula, pomegranate, pistachios, ricotta salata, citrus vinaigrette

• Kale Caesar Salad$17.00

  shaved fennel, herb croutons, parmigiano reggiano, white anchovy, garlic crostini

• Beef Carpaccio$19.00

  raw filet mignon, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, black truffle vinaigrette

• Warm Fresh Mozzarella "Involtini"$17.00

  prosciutto, panko encrusted roasted pepper, plum tomato sauce, balsamic

• Baked Stuffed Oysters$17.00

  pancetta, onions, spinach, tomatoes, bechamel

• House-Made Tortelloni Cacio e Pepe$18.00

  ricotta, pecorino romano, butter, black pepper

Entrées

• Point Pleasant Sea Scallops$42.00

  sugar snap peas, baby carrots, beech mushrooms, prosecco reduction, basil coulis

• Cajun Grilled Ahi Tuna$40.00

  shrimp, caulilini, kale, purple potatoes, brussels sprouts, red pepper coulis

• Dover Sole Meuniere$60.00

  sautéed, lemon, white wine, butter, grilled asparagus

• Braised Lamb Shank$48.00

  vegetable ragu, soft white polenta

• Cervena New Zealand Venison$48.00

  pan seared boneless loin, sweet potato pistachio cake, sun dried cherries, rosemary-sweet vermouth

• Dry Aged Porterhouse Steak$56.00

  sautéed mushrooms, parmesan-potatoes au gratin

Raw Bar

• Blue Point Oysters (LI)$18.00

• Little Neck Clams$12.00

• U-8 Shrimp Cocktail$24.00

Appetizers

• Fresh Mozzarella di Bufala$18.00

  roasted peppers, garlic, olives, scallions, basil, organic extra virgin olive oil

• Antipasto Misto$19.00

  prosciutto, dry salami, aged provolone, grana padano, roasted peppers, marinated olives, organic extra virgin olive oil

• Imported Burrata$19.00

  heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, organic extra virgin olive oil

• Ahi Tuna Tartare$17.00

  asian marinade, toasted sesame, mango, cucumber

• Cajun Calamari$17.00

  fried calamari, balsamic, garlic, cajun spices, tomatoes, scallions

• Prince Edward Island Mussels$17.00

  posillipo or brodetto

• Grilled Marinated Octopus$22.00

  mushrooms, white beans, arugula, citrus reduction, balsamic

• Stuffed Mushrooms$16.00

  jumbo lump crabmeat, chardonnay beurre blanc

• Little Neck Clams$17.00

  posillipo or brodetto

• Garlic Shrimp$16.00

  gulf shrimp, roasted garlic, fresh herbs, extra virgin olive oil, white wine

• Broiled Crab Cake$22.00

  jumbo lump crab meat, white wine, lemon, butter

• Meatballs$16.00

  veal, beef, prosciutto, fresh filetto tomato sauce

Salad

• Belgian Endive$15.00

  baby mache greens, candied walnuts, gorgonzola, dijon vinaigrette

• Caesar$16.00

  hearts of romaine, parmesan cheese, garlic croutons

• Mesclun Field Greens$16.00

  roasted peppers, pignoli nuts, goat cheese, tomatoes, pancetta-honey balsamic

• Italian "Wedge"$17.00

  iceberg lettuce, cherry & sun-dried tomatoes, red onions, roasted peppers, gorgonzola, creamy herb dressing, pepperoni bread crumbs

Sandwiches

• Filet Mignon "Cheesesteak"$25.00

  caramelized onions, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, demi glacé, balsamic, toasted ciabatta, hand cut fries

• Taverna Burger$24.00

  freshly ground beef brisket & short rib blend, aged cheddar, crispy pancetta, brioche roll, mushroom, onions, hand cut fries

House-Made Pasta

• Spicy Rigatoni with Shrimp$32.00

  vodka, san marzano tomatoes, cream, garlic, parmigiano reggiano, calabrian chilis

• Tagliatelle Pescatore$34.00

  shrimp, lobster, crabmeat, sea scallops, roasted garlic, plum tomato sauce

• Linguine Vongole$30.00

  little neck clams, roasted garlic, white wine, sweet onions, extra virgin olive oil

• Pappardelle with Braised Short Rib$30.00

  mascarpone cheese, port wine, demi glace

• Cavatelli with Italian Sausage Ragu$29.00

  fennel, cherry tomatoes, white wine, shaved grana padano, ricotta

• Garganelli Con Porcini$29.00

  porcini mushrooms, peas, prosciutto, cream, parmigiano reggiano, white truffle oil

• Roasted Gnocchi di Stagionale$29.00

  broccoli rabe, escarole, roasted peppers, cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, garlic, organic extra virgin olive oil

Chicken

• Chicken Milanese$28.00

  breaded & topped with shaved parmesan, arugula, tomato and red onion salad

• Chicken Giambotta$30.00

  onions, vinegar peppers, mushrooms, sausage, artichoke hearts, potatoes

Seafood

• Halibut$43.00

  mushroom risotto, asparagus, plum tomatoes, roasted shallot-sherry reduction

• Branzino$40.00

  semi-boneless, kalamata olives, capers, fresh plum tomatoes, garlic, olive oil

• Organic Scottish Salmon$36.00

  shrimp, broccoli rabe, french lentils, escarole, black garlic-butter, cherry tomatoes

• Red Snapper$38.00

  crispy potato crust, sautéed spinach, chardonnay beurre blanc

• Zuppa di Pesce$44.00

  lobster, shrimp, filet, scallops, mussels, clams, calamari, plum tomato, garlic, olive oil

Steaks & Chops

• Osso Buco$52.00

  braised veal shank, risotto, roasted vegetable jus

• Boneless Short Ribs$38.00

  bourbon mashed sweet potatoes, haricot verts, mushroom-barolo demi-glace

• Veal Rack Chop$54.00

  parmesan crusted, barolo-wild mushroom jus, potato-mascarpone croquette

• Veal Chop Milanese$54.00

  breaded & topped with shaved parmesan, arugula, tomato, red onion salad

• Veal Chop Parmigiana$54.00

  pounded & breaded, marinara sauce, mozzarella

• Pork Chops$34.00

  potatoes, onions, sweet & hot cherry peppers

• Lamb Rack Chops$48.00

  fingerling potatoes, broccoli rabe, rosemary-balsamic reduction

• Filet Mignon$42.00

  portabella mushrooms, peppers, port wine-marsala demi glace

• Dry Aged NY Strip Steak$49.00

  herb rubbed, sautéed broccoli rabe, mashed potatoes

Sides

• Wild Mushrooms$10.00

• Sautéed Spinach$9.00

• Sautéed Escarole$8.00

• Truffle Fries$10.00

• French Fries$8.00

• Broccoli Rabe & Sausage$14.00

• Asparagus$9.00

• Mashed Potatoes$9.00

• Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes$9.00

• Long Hot Peppers, Onions, Potatoes$15.00

Kids Menu

• Penne Marinara or Butter$12.00

• Chicken Fingers & Fries$15.00