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