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Cuisine

TRADITIONAL ITALIAN CUISINE

Inspired by Brian Zarletti's original downtown Milwaukee location. Our culinary team ensures that the vino, freshly made pasta, the Bolognese, the understated class, the zest of his old country heritage - everything - is just right.

AUTHENTIC NEAPOLITAN PIZZAS

Original, hand-crafted pizzas prepared in our Acunto wood-burning oven, imported from Italy.

HOMEMADE DESSERTS

Signature desserts prepared from recipes passed down through the generations.

CHEF JUAN'S FRESH MARKET FEATURE

Ask about our weekly market-fresh seafood features! Price and availability vary.

(v) - Vegetarian selection

(vg) - Vegan

(gf) - Gluten-free selection

(df) - Dairy-free

* - Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish, and eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

* Gluten free pasta available

A 22% gratuity will be added for parties of six or more.

Maximum of three credit cards per party. 

SMALL PLATES

 

ANTIPASTI PLATTER  

Small 18 / Large 28 

Italian meats and cheeses, house marinated olives & vegetables (gf)

BURRATA   16

Homemade mozzarella enrobing a creamy Italian blend of cheeses; toast points.

CRAB CAKES 18 *

Two homemade crab cakes with a side of spicy Calabrian chili aioli.

ARANCINI 16 

Four breaded Italian rice balls stuffed with smoked gouda, served with a side of pomodoro (v)

BRUSCHETTA    16

Grilled bread rubbed with oil and garlic, topped with fresh tomato, basil, and balsamic (v)(df)(gf)

CALAMARI FRITTI   18 *

Fried calamari with Calabrian chile aioli 

SHRIMP OREGANATA  22 *

Jumbo shrimp topped with breadcrumbs, white wine, lemon juice, butter, parsley

PANCETTA WRAPPED SHRIMP  22 *

Rosemary skewered and grilled shrimp; house-made cocktail sauce (gf)

BEEF TENDERLOIN SKEWERS  22 *

Marinated skewered grilled beef tenderloin, horseradish cream sauce

TRUFFLE FRIES   12 

house seasoned fries with white truffle oil, parmesan cheese  (v)(gf)

VEAL & BEEF MEATBALLS   18*

Beef and veal meatballs with Della Nonna sauce, pecorino cheese, herbed breadcrumbs 

MARINATED OLIVES  12 

Castelvetrano + Gaeta olives with fresh herbs, spices, olive oil (gf)(df)((v)(vg) 

FRIED OLIVES    14 

Fried olives stuffed with beef, chicken & sausage, sprinkled with pecorino cheese

SALADS

HOUSE   Full 16 / Half 8 

Mixed greens, red onion, pecorino cheese, tomato, balsamic vinaigrette (v)(gf)

 

CEASAR   Full 16 / Half 8 *

Romaine hearts, croutons, parmesan, Caesar dressing 

ITALIAN CHOPPED  

Full 18 / Half 12

Romaine, Italian couscous, gorgonzola, tomato, green onion, crispy prosciutto, creamy red wine vinaigrette 

MEDITERRANEAN SALAD *

Full 20

Imported Italian tuna, romaine lettuce, pepper, black olives, capers, red onions, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomato, Italian dressing 

Additonal Add-ons:

Grilled Chicken Breast +8

4 oz Salmon +12

3 Shrimp +12

Anchovy +5

 

PASTAS

CAVATAPPI SALSICCIA AL 

MARSALA   28  

Spicy Italian sausage, wild mushrooms onions, walnuts, and basil in a marsala cream sauce 

RIGATONI BOLOGNESE  28

Rich slow stewed veal, beef, and pork ragu finished with a touch of cream 

 

HOUSE MADE RAVIOLI   28 

Freshly made from scratch, chef’s choice 

 

FILETTO DI MANZO E FUNGHI 30 

Beef tenderloin tips, mushroom, onion, chili flakes, garlic cream sauce 

LINGUINI SCAMPI AGLIO OLIO 30 

Sauteed shrimp, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, chili flakes 

FARFALLE CON POLLO   26

Grilled diced chicken, tri-color pepper, onion, peas, garlic cream sauce 

 

SPAGHETTI DELLA NONNA   26 

Meatballs and Della nonna sauce 

MAIN COURSE

BRAISED SHORT RIBS   45 *

Beef short ribs braised for hours in rich sauce of tomato, amber beer and red wine, over saffron risotto 

FILET MIGNON 45 *

6 oz petite filet mignon with red wine reduction. Mashed potato or today’s vegetables (gf)

SALMON   32 *

Herbed grilled salmon with lemon olive oil, garlic mashed potato or today’s vegetable (gf)(df)

LAMB RACK   45 *

Rack of lamb grilled with plum wine sauce, garlic mashed potato or today’s vegetable (gf)

HALF CHICKEN  32 * 

Half chicken, pan seared, with lemon butter pan sauce, garlic mashed potato or today’s vegetable (gf)

EGGPLANT PARMESAN   24 

Fried eggplant layered with fresh mozzarella, parmesan, pomodoro sauce, with pasta in a tomato cream sauce. (v)  Substitute chicken +10

ZARLETTI BURGER  21 *

8 oz short rib patty, caramelized onions, smoked gouda, cirspy pancetta, brioche bun, served with french fries

 

PIZZAS

MARGHERITA   18 

Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil (v)

 

Toppings:

Add Mushrooms 2 

Onion 2 

Fire-roasted peppers 2 

Olives Castelvetrano or Kalamata 4

White anchovies 5

Hot or mild Italian sausage 5 

Hot or mild soppressata 5

Prosciutto di parma 12 

Chicken 8

DIAVOLA   22 *

Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, spicy sausage, spicy sopressata, basil 

BIANCA   22

Roasted garlic cream, pecorino, parmesan, fresh mozzarella, chevre white truffle oil (v)

PROSCIUTTO CON RUCOLA  26 

Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula, parmigiano 

DEL REY   28 

Truffle cream, fresh mozzarella, rosemary herb, mushroom, prosciutto di parma 

KIDS MENU
$12 each. DINE-IN ONLY, Only available with the purchase of adult entrée

Individual Margherita Pizza

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Buttered Noodles

Chicken Strips & Fries

MAMA ZARLETTI'S DESSERT

FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE   8

rich chocolate cake with slivered almonds served with whipped cream (gf)

TIRAMISU   8 

espresso and brandy laced mascarpone layered with espresso dipped ladyfinger cookies and cocoa 

HOUSEMADE CHEESECAKE.  8

served with a fresh berry sauce 

CANNOLI   

crisp shell filled with sweet ricotta and chocolate chips topped with peanuts 

DESSERT OF THE DAY 

Whether you're in the mood for a Rosé, Bianco, or a Rosso, we've got the perfect wines to pair with your dinner.

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