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Nonna's Italian Bistro
Come enjoy our Chicago style Italian food
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Authentic, quality Chicago style Italian food made with love in the heart of Centennial, Colorado.
Antipasti
Italian style appetizers and starters. The perfect way to start your meal.Chandler's Sicilian Calamaretti
Delectable crispy, fried calamari & marinated artichoke hearts. Finished with a Mediterranean style lemon butter sauce with kalamata olives, pepperoncinis, capers, tomato & feta cheese.
$19
Garlic Knots
Made-to-order fresh, house-made knots covered in a fragrant garlic butter & served with a side of our famous house marinara. Four knots to an order.
$10
Garlic Cheese Bread
Garlic butter, pesto, melted mozzarella on grilled ciabatta bread.
$11
Traditional Bruschetta
(BROO-SKET-A) Meticulously marinated tomatoes, garlic, imported olive oil, fresh, fragrant basil & fresh mozzarella atop toasty, crispy herbed crostini. Garnished with a balsamic reduction.
$12
Stuffed Mushroom
Butter roasted, white button mushroom caps stuffed full of signature Italian cheeses, Nonna's spicy Italian sausage, flavorful herbs. Highlighted with a rich garlic parmesan aioli.
$17
Gluten free
Crispy Brussels
Fresh brussel sprouts, fried to order, and garnished with a hefty handful of pancetta. Along with Nonna's favorite dijon-parmesan dipping sauce.
$16
Gluten free
Antipasti Board
An Italian charcuterie of imported meats and cheeses, carefully arranged alongside a seasonal variety of pickles, peppers and other accompaniments. The perfect starter for 2.
$25
il Cozze
(KOHT-TSEH) Freshly steamed PEI mussels & clams in a cast iron skillet, partnered with fresh tomato, garlic, white wine and lemon butter. Pairs well with our Garlic Knots.
$22
Nonna's Lil Devils
Nonna's Italian sausage link filled with mozzarella cheese, sweet bell pepper, baked in pizza dough and served with our house made marinara.
$15
Nonna's Signature Carpaccio
Thinly sliced filet mignon served with red onion, crispy capers, arugula, shaved parmesan and a lemon aioli.
$20
Zuppa + Insalata
Soups and salads. A little something to bridge the gap between starters & mains.Papa Mike's Pasta Fagiole
A traditional Italian zuppa with pancetta, cannelloni beans, lima beans, tons of parmesan, fresh Italian herbs and dilatini pasta in a rich, chicken broth.
$8
Cheesy Baked Potato Soup
Baked potato, bacon, green onions, cheese, parsley.
$10
House Salad
Fresh spring mix, ripe Roma tomatoes, thin red onion, juicy cucumber & our robust house Italian dressing.
$13
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Vegan
Joe's Insalata di Cesare
Fresh romaine lettuce, plenty of parmesan, our delicious house marinated tomatoes & a creamy house-made Caesar dressing.
$15
Gluten free
Nonna's Salad
Fresh spring mix greens with marinated beets, carefully candied walnuts, a hearty sprinkling of feta cheese & our zesty house Italian dressing.
$15
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Caprese Pomodoro
Fresh, sliced Mozzarella cheese, carefully arranged with vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil leaves. Generously coated with imported Olive Oil & a delicious balsamic reduction.
$16
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Mediterranean Salad
Tomato, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, feta cheese, in mixed greens with Italian vinaigrette.
$18
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Gorgonzola Pear Salad
Arugula, candied walnuts, pear, red onion, gorgonzola, Dijon vinaigrette.
$15
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Chicago Pies
12-Inch Hand tossed Neapolitan thin crust pizzas. Cut in Chicago style squares, just like Nonna used to make.Margherita
This classic Italian pie starts with a fragrant garlic oil, fresh vine-ripened tomatoes, and generous helping of mozzarella. Perfectly garnished with freshly sliced basil, and a beautiful balsamic reduction.
$20
Vegetarian
Salsiccia Calabria
(SAL-SEECH-E-AH CA-LOB-RIA) This spicy pie boasts our house marinara as its base and is then assembled with Nonna's proprietary spicy Italian sausage, imported roasted red peppers, spicy Calabrian chilis and plenty of fresh mozzarella.
$22
Mild
Burrata Margherita
A robust bed of house marinara, covered with parmesan cheese, fontina & red chili flake, baked and spread with burrata and finished with fresh basil, imported olive oil and balsamic reduction.
$22
Gorgonzola Pesto
Pesto, roasted garlic, gorgonzola, prosciutto, garnished with arugula and our Italian vinaigrette.
$23
Chicago Street Food
A true Chicago experience, right here in Centennial Colorado. Italian Beef Sandwich
This Chicago style, Italian specialty is Nonna's favorite!! Thinly sliced, slow-roasted prime rib on crispy French bread, loaded with green bell peppers, spicy Giardiniera peppers & house au jus.
$19
Italian Sausage Sandwich
Nonna's signature spicy Italian sausage on crispy French bread, loaded with green bell peppers, spicy Giardiniera peppers & house au jus.
$19
Pasta
Delicious portions of pasta, handpicked from the pages of Nonna's recipe book for you to enjoy!Arrabbiata
(AH-ROB-E-ATTA) Our signature spicy Italian sausage & bell peppers, over a bed of penne pasta with mushrooms and onions, in a rich and creamy rosa sauce.
$26
Lasagna Alla Bolognese
Decadent layers of lasagna pasta, Nonna's signature spicy Italian sausage, creamy bechamel, trio of Italian cheeses, our traditional house marinara, tons of parmesan and lots of fresh mozzarella.
$28
Salsicciae Polpetta Spaghetti
(SAL-SEECH-E-AH POL-PETTA) This Italian staple is simple perfection. House made meatballs and Nonna's signature spicy Italian sausage atop a hearty portion of spaghetti in our traditional house marinara. Loaded with parmesan cheese to finish.
$23
Pappardelle Bolognese
(PARP-AH-DELL BOW-LA-NASE) Nonna's most popular pasta dish, long wide egg noodles covered with a rich and lightly creamy three meat Bolognese with sausage, pork & ground chuck.
$23
Pasta Al Limone
Loads of linguini pasta in a rich lemon butter cream sauce, with cherry tomatoes, shallots, onions, spinach, loaded with tons of fresh feta and lemon zest to finish.
$23
Cacio e Pepe
Pappardelle pasta, cracked black pepper, Italian cheeses.
$21
Gnocchi Pesto Gamberetti
Jumbo shrimp, gnocchi, creamy garlic pesto sauce.
$30
Lobster Ravioli
Tender lobster ravioli, cream sauce, parmesan.
$27
Asparagus Ravioli
Artichoke and ricotta filled ravioli pasta, with grilled asparagus spears in a rich and decadent lemon cream sauce.
$25
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Ravioli filled with butternut squash, walnuts, brown butter sauce, parmesan.
$24
Manzo, Pollo
All of your favorite Italian style meats.Chicken Piccata
(PEH-KAH-TA) "Diane's Favorite" Chicken breast served with a tart and salty lemon butter sauce, flavored with capers, artichoke hearts, loads of garlic over a bed of linguini and a side of seasonal vegetables.
$30
Nana's Chicken Parmesan
A classic breaded chicken cutlet with our house pomodoro sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, linguini marinara and our seasonal vegetables. A good test of any Italian restaurant.
$28
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A butterflied piece of tender chicken breast, stuffed with fontina cheese, wrapped in prosciutto, dredged in breadcrumbs then baked. Covered in a rich parmesan-Dijon cream sauce atop a bed of linguini pasta.
$31
Mediterranean Lamb
Herbaceous and succulent Aspen Lamb lollipops, grilled to order, with hints of rosemary, cumin, garlic & lemon. With Chef's choice of potatoes and a small house salad. Served with a grilled lemon for a Mediterranean flair.
$43
Nonna's Manzo
A delectable and tender 8-ounce filet served with Chef's choice of potatoes, and our seasonal vegetables. Choose garlic butter OR gorgonzola crema $5. Add shrimp $11. Add scallops $13.
$52
Chicken Marsala
Breast of chicken, marsala wine cream sauce, linguini.
$29
Pesce Di Mare
All the fish in the sea, prepared in all of your favorite Italian styles, served up especially for you. Bistro Scampi
Juicy sauteed shrimp in a white wine, lemon, butter & garlic sauce over linguini pasta with marinated tomatoes and spinach. Finished with loads of parmesan and lemon.
$30
Mediterranean Salmon
Carefully grilled salmon filet served with Chef's choice of potatoes. Highlighted with a caper butter, tomato & kalamata olive tapenade & finished with plenty of fresh feta.
$36
Cioppino
(CHE-O-PENO) Spicy Italian fish stew boasting a boatload of broth-steamed PEI mussels & clams, scallops and shrimp in a light tomato broth over spaghetti.
$36
Scallop Risotto
Perfectly panned seared scallops, over a rich mascarpone risotto.
$39
Dolce
Our house made sweet treats and decadent desserts, the perfect after dinner accompaniments. Sicilian Cannoli
An absolute classic. Fresh, fried pastry dough filled with sweet creamy ricotta cheese, chocolate chip and a fruit garnish. Also available in pistachio.
$8
Tiramisu
Decadent & delicious creamy espresso cake with Kahlua and coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Layered with a smooth, sweetened mascarpone cream. Made in house daily.
$10
Creme Brulee
Rich and creamy, classic vanilla Creme Brulee. Covered in a layer of granulated sugar and torched to perfection, finished with fresh whipped cream and fruit garnish. Made daily, in-house.
$8.50
Gluten free
Pudding Al Pane
A Chicago-style dessert staple. Creamy white chocolate, caramel bread pudding, made in-house. Served with a scoop of complimentary gelato, whip cream and extra caramel.
$8
Gelato Flight
Chef's selection of three of our favorite house gelatos. Always rotating and always delicious! You can trust our judgement when it comes to gelato.
$10.50
Torta Del Giorno
A rotating collection of delicious cakes, pastries and baked goods. Ask your server for details.
$8
Affogato Italiano
In Italian, "affogato" means to "pour over". A freshly brewed espresso poured atop a scoop of cool, creamy gelato.
$9
Limoncello
Sweet Lemon Italian liqueur from southern Italy.
$11
Sambuca
Soft Italian liqueur made with star anise.
$11
Cocktails
The Mob's Mule
Titos, ginger beer, lime.
$15
French 75
La Marca Prosecco, Hendricks gin, simple syrup and a splash of lemon juice.
$14
Kir Royale
La Marca Prosecco, Chambord.
$14
Joe's Martini
A tribute to Nonna's husband. Belvedere vodka, olive brine, bleu cheese stuffed olives.
$18
Nonna's Italian Margarita
Jose Cuervo Tequila, Disaronna Amaretto, lime, sugar rim. Served on the rocks.
$15
Old Fashioned
Woodford Reserve Bourbon, bitters, orange.
$17
Rye Manhattan
Bullet Rye, sweet vermouth, spiced cherry bitters, Luxardo Cherries.
$17
Espresso Martini
Smirnoff Vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, fresh brewed espresso.
$20
Red Sangria
House red, brandy, triple sec, fresh juices.
$16
White Wine
La Marca Prosecco
(IT) White Flowers, Stone Fruits, Almonds.Glass
$14
Bottle
$54
Villa Jolanda Moscato & Peach
(IT) Spritzy, Peaches, Honeyed.Glass
$13
Bottle
$50
Maui Sauvignon Blanc
(NZ) Lemon, lime, stonefruit. Glass
$17
Bottle
$66
Au Contraire Chardonnay
(Russian River) Round and elegant with notes of pear and crisp apple.Glass
$14
Bottle
$54
La Crema Chardonnay
(CA) Floral notes, butterscotch, pear, honeysuckle.Glass
$16
Bottle
$62
J. Lohr Reisling
(CA) Honeysuckle, ripe pear, Lychee.Glass
$15
Bottle
$56
Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio
(IT) Classic, golden apples, bone dry.Glass
$17
Bottle
$68
Red Wine
Westside Crossing Pinot Noir
(RR) Red fruits, spice, floral notes.Glass
$15
Bottle
$56
Juggernaut Pinot Noir
(OR) Vibrant, rich, fruitful flavors.Glass
$16
Bottle
$64
Banfi Chianti Classico
(Tuscany, IT) Cherry, plums, leather.Glass
$15
Bottle
$60
Santa Margherita Chianti Classico
(IT) Complex range of cherries, plums and gladiolus flowers.Glass
$17
Bottle
$68
Franciscan Cabernet Sauvignon
(CA) Cherry, plum, pomegranate.Glass
$15
Bottle
$60
Hess Treo
(CA) Ripe dark fruit, easy tannins, flavorful.Glass
$15
Bottle
$60
Bodegas Salentein Malbec
(AR) Blackberries with silky tannins. 40% Carignane, 40% Syrah, 40% Grenache.Glass
$15
Bottle
$60
Crios Malbec
(AR) Violets, cherry, mocha.Glass
$12
Bottle
$48
J Vineyards Pinot Noir
(CA) Exotic Spice, cherry, black tea. Glass
$16
Bottle
$64
Caparzo Rosso di Montalcino
(IT) 100% Sangiovese, strawberries, hints of black tea. Glass
$15
Bottle
$60
Illuminati Riparosso Montepulciano
(IT) Ripe cherry, gentle tannins.Glass
$14
Bottle
$56
Reserve Reds
Guidaccio Super Tuscan
(IT) Super Tuscan, elegant, characterized by soft tannins. Bottle Only
$100
Silver Oak 2013 Alexander Valley Cabernet
(CA) Garnet in color, alluring nose of blackberry bramble and baking spices.Bottle Only
$175
Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon
(CA) Dark Plums, black cherry, grilled herbs.Bottle Only
$125
Tenute Silvio Nardi Brunello
(IT) Intense ruby color, rich in wild berries and vanilla.Bottle Only
$140
Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet
(CA) Abundant in textural tannins, cocoa, cassis and vanilla.Bottle Only
$195
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