Mixed Platter (4 slices) Garlic continental bread and fresh tomato and basil bruschetta $9.80
Sicilian Cheese Bread With chilli, anchovies, mozzarella, spring onion and tomato $9.80
Sfincione Palermitano Vino’s Sicilian schiacciata topped with grilled onions, roasted breadcrumbs, fresh tomato sauce and olives $9.80
EVOO Extra virgin olive oil with balsamic, for dipping $2.80
Entrées
Soup of the Day See our Specials Board $POA
Antipasto of the Day (Vegetarian option available) Chef’s seasonal selection $16.80
Vino’s Mussels NZ mussels in the half shell, simmered in a sauce of bacon, tomato, white wine, lemon juice and herbs $17.80
Avocado e Salmone Avocado and smoked salmon slices with capers and red onion, rocket and mascarpone cream cheese $16.80
Mushrooms al Formaggio Field mushroom cups grilled with Pecorino cheese, garlic and parsley on a roast capsicum salad $16.80
Calamari Fritti Tender squid, flour dusted and lightly fried until crisp with lemon and tartare sauce $17.80
Salads and Vegetables
Italian Salad Fresh seasonal produce tossed in extra virgin olive oil and aged vinegar $9.80
Rocket Salad Rocket, pear, walnut and shaved parmesan tossed in a dressing of lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil $11.80
Fresh Mozzarella Bocconcini, tomatoes and fresh basil drizzled with extra virgin olive oil $10.80
Mushrooms Trifolati Sautéed in parsley, garlic and a hint of brandy $10.80
Seasonal Vegetables Seasonal vegetables sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and sea salt $9.80
Potatoes Rosmarino Fried potatoes Italian style, with rosemary and sea salt $9.80
Pasta
- entrée / main
Penne Lombardo Macaroni with chicken, mushrooms, baby spinach, broccoli and a touch of brandy in a rose sauce $18.80 / $24.80
Spaghetti Marinara Tossed with fresh seafood (Australian prawns, calamari, mussels), fresh tomato, garlic, white wine, fresh parsley and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil $21.80 / $28.80
Penne Piccante Macaroni tossed with eggplant, spinach, roasted capsicum, chilli, fresh basil, garlic and extra virgin olive oil $16.80 / $21.80
Fettuccine Pavarotti Long ribbons of pasta tossed with Australian prawns, garlic, baby spinach, onions, semi dried tomatoes and fresh basil in a rose sauce $21.80 / $28.80
Rigatoni alla Norma Large macaroni with a traditional Sicilian sauce, famously named after Bellini’s opera ‘Norma’, of eggplant, napoletana sauce, ricotta cheese and fresh basil $16.80 / $21.80
Tortellini di Casa Pockets of pasta filled with minced beef, tossed in a sauce of bacon, fresh mushrooms, spring onion, cream and cracked black pepper $18.80 / $24.80
Fettuccine Salmone Long ribbons of pasta with a delicate sauce of fresh salmon flamed in Pernod, chives, diced tomatoes, dry white wine, a touch of cream and cracked black pepper $21.80 / $27.80
Risotto of the Day See our Specials Board $POA
From the Sea
Fish of the Day See our Specials Board for the Catch of the Day $POA
Calamari Fritti Tender squid, flour dusted and lightly fried until crisp with lemon and tartare sauce $27.80
Prawns alla Mamma Mia Australian prawns pan cooked in bacon, tomato and mild chilli, flamed in brandy and served with Arborio rice $29.80
La Pentola del Mare ‘Cioppino’ (Sicilian fish stew of calamari, mussels, Australian prawns and fish) simmered in a tomato, white wine, fennel, chilli and garlic broth with green beans and pot $32.80
From the Farm
Steak of the Day See our Specials Board for the prime Steak of the Day, grilled to your liking with a choice of sauce $P0A
Scaloppini Funghi Thinly sliced grass fed Black Angus veal, pan fried in a touch of brandy with a field mushroom sauce and finished with cream (optional) $29.80
Osso Buco alla Romana Veal shanks slowly baked in rich red wine, tomato, onions and garlic with carrots, potatoes, fresh rosemary and gremolata (parsley, garlic and lemon zest) $29.80
Pollo alla Marsala Free range tender chicken fillet flamed in Sicilian marsala with mushrooms and fresh basil and finished with cream (optional) $28.80
Cotoletta alla Parmigiana Chicken or veal, crumbed and topped with ham, napoletana sauce and grilled mozzarella $27.80
Pizza
- small / large
Margherita Freshly diced tomatoes and basil leaves with garlic and lots of mozzarella cheese $15.80 / $20.80
Garlic Prawns Large Australian prawns in a fresh tomato sauce with garlic and herbs – drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice $21.80 / $28.80
Primavera Classic vegetarian, topped with fresh vegetables, kalamata olives and herbs $18.80 / $24.80
Melanzane A Sicilian favourite – roasted eggplant, parmesan cheese and basil drizzled with extra virgin olive oil $18.80 / $24.80
Calzone Rustico The icon of the pizza ovens – pasty shape filled with ham, mushrooms trifolati, roasted capsicum, kalamata olives and mozzarella cheese, then baked and topped with our old fas - / $24.50
Vegetarian Calzone Rustico Filled with roasted vegetables and mozzarella cheese, then baked and topped with our home made napoletana sauce made with fresh tomatoes - / $24.50
Dessert
Selection of desserts See our Specials Board from $9.80
Coppa Gelato Refreshing Italian gelato - see our Specials Board for today’s trio of flavours $9.00
Sicilian Semifreddo Layers of Galliano infused Italian sponge with layers of vanilla gelato mixed with roasted almonds, grated dark chocolate and honey $11.80
Formaggi (a selection of cheeses) $16.80
Affogato Rich espresso coffee served with vanilla or chocolate gelato $7.80
Affogato with a shot of liqueur $14.80
Baci Chocolate $2.80
Coffee and Tea
Coffee Cappuccino, Latte, Short Black, Macchiato, Long Black (soy 80c) $3.80
Chocolate Lovers Hot Chocolate or Mocha Chocolate $3.80
Tea A wide selection available including Darjeeling, Earl Grey, English Breakfast, Russian Caravan, Green, Jasmine, Chamomile, Quince Sencha, Lemongrass Ginger and Peppermint $3.80
Marinara - selection of seafood tossed in a tomato, spring onion and parsley base with a splash of white wine in a napoletana sauce $20.50
Fritto Misto - combination of freshly crumbed seafood $21.50
Peperone Arrostiti - (no sauce or cheese) roasted capsicum, anchovies and garlic (Small/Medium/Large/Family) $17.00/$22.00/$27.00/$30.50
Chilli Prawns - pan cooked prawns in a hot chilli sauce with spring onions, fresh tomato and a dash of white wine served on a bed of rice $21.00
Bruschetta $9.00
Calzone Vegetarian - tomato, cheese, spinach, fresh mushrooms, olives and roasted capsicum, topped with our home made napoletana sauce and parmesan cheese $19.00
Cotoletta Parmigiana - crumbed veal schnitzel topped with ham, napoletana sauce and melted cheese $18.50
CARBONARA - Bacon, spring onion, cracked pepper, egg in a creamy white wine & parmesan sauce $19.90
ANTIPASTO A selection of italian delicacies (platter serves 3-4 people) $34.90
POLLO CENA - gf Chargrilled chicken breast topped with smoked ham & asparagus in a white wine & parmesan cream sauce served with rosemary potatoes & salad $24.90
AMERICAN PORK RIBS - Slow cooked pork ribs basted with a spicy barbecue glaze served with chips & salad $26.90
CON POLLO - Tender chicken pieces, pancetta, mushroom & dried apricots in a peppercorn & cream sauce $22.90
POLLO AVOCADO - Tender marinated chicken pieces, avocado, mushroom & cracked pepper in a rosé sauce $22.90
SALT & PEPPER CALAMARI - Lightly dusted with flour, sea salt & cracked black pepper, served with salad, chips, lemon & garlic dipping sauce $23.90
BOLOGNESE - Prime beef mince in a rich tomato & red wine sauce with garlic & basil $17.90