RISTORANTE ITALIANO

Family run | Family owned25 years of the best

traditional Italian cuisine

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POLPETTINE MAMMA NAPOLI £5.95Small tender spicy beef meatballs cooked in a sauce of garlic,onion, tomato, chilli & fresh herbs. Served with a slice of garlic bread.

ANTIPASTO DEL CASALE £7.50A selection of tasty Italian meats. Parma ham, Mortadella and Salami garnished with Rocket, marinated olives and baby Mozzarella then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.

FUNGHI RIPIENI £5.95Mushrooms stuffed with cheese, ham, onions and fresh herbs,dressed in breadcrumbs, deep fried and served with garlic mayonnaise.

HAGGIS TOSCANO £5.95Haggis on toast topped with poached egg and crispy bacon stripsserved with rocket and balsamic dressing.

INSALATA CAPRESE TRICOLORE (v) £5.95Made with fresh baby Mozzarella, slices of vine tomatoes, fresh basil leaves and rocket salad drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and house balsamic dressing.

PATE DELLA CASA £5.95Home-made with chicken and duck liver, garlic, fresh herbs and sherry, blended with cream. Garnished with warm toast and crispy salad.

MOZZARELLA MILANESE (v) £5.95Mozzarella cheese sticks coated in light breadcrumbs, deep fried& served with a spicy tomato dip.

GAMBERONI PICCANTE £6.95King prawns cooked in extra virgin olive oil, white wine,crushed garlic, fresh herbs and chilli. Served with a slice of garlic bread.

COZZE A ZUPPA £6.95Mussels sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with onions, fresh herbsand chillies, garlic, white wine and tomatoes.

FRITTURINA DI GAMBERI E CALAMARI £6.95Squid and king prawns fried in a light batter, served with salad leaves,tartare sauce and lemon wedge.

FRITTELLA DI PESCE - CHEFS SPECIAL RECIPE £6.95Fishcake made with a blend of king prawns, crabmeat and salmon �lakes marinated with lemon juice, spring onions and fresh herbs with a hint of chilli powder, lightly �loured, deep fried and served with a sweet chilli dip.

ANTIPASTI ORTOLANO (v) £5.95A selection of char-grilled vegetables, courgettes, aubergines & peppers with marinated olives, cherry tomatoes, fresh baby Mozzarella & seasonal salad leaves �inished with a drizzle of home-made balsamic vinaigrette. Served with a slice of garlic bread.

CAPPESANTE BURRO E AGLIO £7.50Pan seared king scallops sauteed in garlic butter, fresh parsley andwhite wine with a touch of lemon juice. Served with a slice of garlic bread.

ARANCINI FUNGHI E ZAFFERANO (v) £5.95Italian rice balls �lavoured with wild mushrooms, onions, saffron,lightly breaded then deep fried. Served with salad leaves & garlic mayo.

MARINATED MIXED OLIVES £ 3.95Olives marinated in extra virgin olive oil, garlic and fresh chillies.

Please Note: For your information(v) denotesVegetarian dishesGluten free pasta available on request (Please ask our Front of House sta� )**We would be grateful if you could advise our sta� of any allergies****Shield represents our Chef ’s recommended dishes

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A N T I P A S T I - S TA R T E R S

BRUSCHETTA & FOCACCIA

BRUSCHETTA ROMANA (v) £4.95Toasted Italian bread topped with a marinade of chopped vine tomatoes, garlic, basil, extra virgin oil & �inely chopped red onions.BRUSCHETTA CAPRESE (v) £5.95Oven baked Italian bread, rubbed with garlic and topped with chopped tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and basil.BRUSCHETTA CALABRESE £5.95Oven baked Italian garlic bread topped with fresh baby mozzarella,oregano & Italian spicy Salami, drizzled with basil oil.PANE E BURRO (v) £1.95Bread & butter basket.PANE ALL’ AGLIO (v) £2.95Garlic bread or with cheese £3.95FOCACCIA AL ROSMARINO (v) £5.50Baked focaccia bread with sea salt, rosemary and extra virgin olive oil.FOCACCIA POMODORO BASILICO (v) £6.95Baked focaccia bread topped with marinated chopped tomatoes,fresh basil, oregano & olive oil.FOCACCIA DI PARMA £8.50Baked focaccia bread topped with fresh baby Mozzarella, basil oil& layers of fresh Parma ham.

ZUPPE - SOUPS Served with a slice of bread & butter

CHUNKY MINESTRONE (v) £3.95The classic Italian fresh vegetable soup.SOUP OF THE DAY £3.95Please ask your waiter.

BEEF & CHICKEN BURGERSHAMBURGER AL PEPE VERDE £ 8.95An 8 oz Char-grilled prime Scotch beef burger in a soft bun with salad leaves, red onions, sliced tomato & cheddar cheese, served with a side of green & black peppercorn sauce, garnished with crispy fries and homemade coleslaw.

HAMBURGER TU VUO’ FA’ L’AMERICANO £ 8.95An 8 oz Char-grilled prime Scotch beef burger in a soft bun with saladleaves, Monterey Jack cheese, sweet onion relish & sliced tomato served with a side of barbecue sauce, garnished with crispy fries and homemade coleslaw.

CHICKEN BURGER CAPRESE £ 8.95Char-grilled chicken breast in a soft bun with rocket salad leaves,red onions, slices of tomato, fresh Mozzarella & basil drizzle served with garlic mayonnaise then garnished with crispy fries and homemade coleslaw.

CHICKEN BURGER MILANESE £ 8.95Lightly breaded, pan fried chicken breast in a soft bun with salad leaves, Monterey Jack cheese, sliced tomato served with side of sweet chilli sauce,garnished with crispy fries and homemade coleslaw.

RISOTTO

RISOTTO ALLA PESCATORA £12.95Arborio rice with a selection of fresh seafood, squid, king prawns & mussels, white wine and garlic, �inished with a San Marzano tomato sauce.

RISOTTO AI PORCINI (v) £10.95Arborio rice cooked with mixed porcini mushrooms, a touch of cream,truf�le oil and Parmesan shavings.

STONE BAKED PIZZAWe only use the best tomato & fresh �ior di latte Mozzarella from Italy

PIZZA MARGHERITA (V) £7.95Topped with tomato, fresh baby mozzarella cheese & basil.

PIZZA ROMANA £9.95Topped with tomato, Mozzarella cheese, olives & anchovies.

PIZZA PARMA RUCOLA £11.95Topped with tomato, Mozzarella cheese, Parma ham,rocket and Parmesan shavings.

PIZZA VEGETARIANA (v) £9.95Topped with tomato, Mozzarella cheese, char-grilled vegetables,courgettes, aubergines, onions & peppers.

PIZZA PROSCIUTTO FUNGHI £9.95Topped with tomato, Mozzarella cheese, cooked ham & mushrooms.

PIZZA DIAVOLA £9.95Topped with tomato, Mozzarella cheese, Italian spicy Salami & jalapenos.

PIZZA PEPPERONI £8.95Topped with tomato, Mozzarella cheese, Pepperoni.

PIZZA AMERICANO £11.95Topped with barbecue sauce, chicken, bacon, jalapeno’s & Mozzarella.

PIZZA GOODFELLA £11.95Topped with pepperoni, Italian sausage, meatballs, ham, jalapeno’s& Mozzarella.

PIZZA BRAVEHEART £9.95Topped with haggis, bacon, Mozzarella cheese & tomato sauce.

PIZZA MESSICANA £9.95Topped with tomato, spicy chicken & mixed peppers.

PIZZA FIORENTINA £9.95Topped with tomato, Mozzarella cheese, spinach, baked eggand parmesan shavings.

PIZZA SALSICCIA E CIPOLLA ROSSA £9.95Topped with tomato, mozzarella cheese, spicy Italian sausage & red onion.

PIZZA BIANCA RICOTTA PESTO E RUCOLA £10.95Topped with mozzarella, ricotta and provolone cheese,drizzled with basil pesto & topped with rocket salad leaves (no tomatoes).

CALZONE NAPOLETANO £11.95Folded pizza with Ricotta, Mozzarella cheese, cooked ham,Salami topped with tomato sauce.

CALZONE ORTOLANO (v) £10.95Folded pizza with char-grilled vegetables, courgettes, aubergines,peppers, Mozzarella cheese & tomato sauce.

Extra Veg Toppings £1 extra Extra Meat Toppings £1.50 extra

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PASTA

LASAGNE CLASSICA £ 8.95Traditional home-made lasagne.

SPAGHETTI ALLA BOLOGNESE £ 8.95Spaghetti tossed with home-made Bolognese sauce.

SPAGHETTI CARBONARA £ 8.95Spaghetti tossed in a sauce made with bacon, garlic and cream.

SPAGHETTI MARINARA £12.95Spaghetti tossed with a selection of fresh seafood, squid, king prawns& mussels blended with white wine, chilli, tomatoes, garlic & fresh herbs

SPAGHETTI AL CAPONE £9.95Spaghetti tossed in a sauce made with garlic, tomato, chilli,spicy Italian meatballs & Italian sausage VERY HOT!

PENNE ALL’ ARRABBIATA (v) £8.25Pasta tossed in a sauce made with olive oil, onions, garlic, chilli pepper, tomatoes and fresh herbs.

FUSILLI BOSCAIOLA (v) £8.95Pasta twirls served in a creamy sauce with wild mushrooms, onions,garlic, mixed peppers, petit pois and fresh herbs.

FUSILLI AL SALMONE E ASPARAGI £9.95Pasta twirls tossed with garlic, fresh basil, Scottish salmon �lakesand asparagus spears �inished with a touch of cream.

FUSILLI PRINCIPESSA £9.95Pasta twirls tossed in a sauce made with �illet of chicken breast,Parma ham, white wine, petit pois, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil and cream.

PENNE CONTADINA £9.50Penne pasta tossed with breast of chicken strips, garlic, spinach,mushrooms, onions, Mascarpone cheese & then �inished with cream.

TAGLIATELLE PROSCIUTTO E FUNGHI £9.95Flat egg pasta ribbons tossed in a sauce made with garlic, onions,bacon, & wild mushrooms blended with cream & fresh basil.

FETTUCCINE AL FILETTO £12.95Egg thin long pasta with a sauce of thin slices of tender beef �illet, garlic, fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, wild mushrooms and San Marzano Neapolitan Sauce.

MAC’ N CHEESE with a twist (v) £7.95Our famous Macaroni made with traditional Scottish cheddar & Parmesan cheese topped with fresh slices of tomato, oven baked.

GNOCCHETTI AL TEGAMINO (v) £ 8.95Potato dumplings served in a sauce made with San Marzano tomato,diced fresh Mozzarella, basil & cream, topped with Parmesan cheeseand oven baked to perfection.

GNOCCHETTI GAMBERI E ZUCCA £11.95Potato dumplings served in a sauce made with garlic, chilli,king prawns, pumpkin, cherry tomato, fresh basil & parsley.

SPECIALITY PASTA PARCELS

PANCIOTTI CON MELANZANA E SCAMORZA (v) £10.95Pasta parcels stuffed with aubergine, smoked cheese, fresh basil & Parmesan, served with a tomato & basil sauce, topped with rocket salad leaves & Parmesan shavings.

RETTANGOLI CON SALMONE E ANETO £10.95Rectangular shaped pasta parcels stuffed with fresh & smoked salmonwith Ricotta cheese & dill served with a cray�ish & cream sauce.

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   PESCE - FISH

BRANZINO AL FORNO £17.50Oven baked �illets of sea bass with fresh rosemary, garlic, white wine,rock salt and lemon juice garnished with king prawns. Served with a house salad & garlic, rosemary roast potatoes.

SALMONE SALSA ROSA £16.50Grilled �illet of Scottish Salmon served with a sauce made with tomatoes, cream and basil. Served with a house salad & garlic, rosemary roast potatoes.

GAMBERONI E CAPPESANTE AL PICCANTE £19.50King prawns and scallops cooked in extra virgin olive oil, white wine,cherry tomatoes, chilli peppers, garlic, onions and fresh herbs. Served with Arborio rice.

PESCE E PATATE £13.95Fresh haddock goujons dressed in light breadcrumbs, served withside salad, garnished with crispy fries, tartare sauce and lemon wedge.

CHEFS FINEST DISHES

POLLO GRANDUCATO £13.95Chicken breast coated in light bread-crumbs, pan fried & toppedwith tomato Napoli sauce, fresh Mozzarella, baked & served on a bed of tagliatelle in a cream & wild mushroom sauce.

ZUPPA DI PESCE £18.50A seafood soup made with olive oil, garlic, onions, fresh basil & parsley,white wine reduction, San Marzano tomato, a hint of chilli, scallops, king prawns, calamari, �illet of sea-bass & mussels, stewed to perfection.Served with garlic croutons.

FILETTO ROSSINI £24.50Prime cut of Scotch �illet steak sauteed in onions, garlic, sherry &brandy topped with homemade pate & served on top of a large crostino.

SALAD

CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD £ 9.50Made with char-grilled chicken strips, bacon, croutons,parmesan shavings, seasonal leaves & Caesar dressing.

INSALATA MEDITERRANEO (v) £ 8.50A selection on char-grilled aubergines, courgettes & peppers served with seasonal salad leaves, home-made vinaigrette & crispy bread croutons.

 

CONTORINI - SIDE ORDERS

FRENCH FRIES £ 2.95

PATATE ARROSTO £ 2.95Roasted rosemary potatoes.

INSALATA MISTA £ 2.95Mixed salad leaves.

INSALATA VERZA CAROTA £ 2.50Home-made coleslaw salad.

VERDURE MISTE £ 3.10Selection of chefs vegetables and potatoes.

SPECIALITA’ ALLA BRACECHEFS CHAR- GRILLED SPECIALITIES

MEDAGLIONI DI MANZO £21.95Char-grilled prime medallions of Scotch �illet steak grilled to your taste,served with house salad and crispy fries.COSTOLETTE D’AGNELLO £15.95Char-grilled succulent Scotch lamb chops marinated with rosemary& garlic, served with house salad & crispy fries with mint sauce.NODINO DI VITELLO subject to availability £21.95Veal t-bone marinated for 24 hours with lemon juice, white wine& garlic, char-grilled served with house salad & crispy fries.POLLO RUSPANTEFree range chicken on the bone marinated Italian style with rosemary, basil, parsley, oregano, extra virgin olive oil, char-grilled & served with house salad with garlic & rosemary roast potatoes.½ CHICKEN ON THE BONE (SERVES 1) £12.95WHOLE CHICKEN ON THE BONE (SERVES 2) £21.95

Sizzling Sauces to Compliment your mealGreen & black peppercorn sauce £2.50Cream & Wild Mushroom sauce £2.50Red Chianti Wine & Onion & Rosemary Gravy £2.50

POLLO - CHICKEN

POLLO PANCETTA E PORRI £13.50Pan-fried chicken breast cooked with baby leeks, strips of bacon,wild mushrooms and white wine blended with crème fraiche.Served with house salad & garlic & rosemary roast potatoes.

POLLO AL PEPE VERDE £13.50Grilled chicken breast supreme cooked in a green & black peppercorn sauce, �lamed with brandy, demi-glace & crème fraiche. Served with house salad & crispy fries.

POLLO ALLA CAMPAGNOLA £13.50Boneless chicken marinated with fresh herbs & lemon juice,then breaded, deep-fried & served with pasta Napoli.

VITELLO - VEAL

COTOLETTA ALLA MILANESE £15.95Escalope of veal, dressed in bread-crumbs, pan-fried and servedwith pasta al Pomodoro. Garnished with lemon wedge.

SCALOPPINA CON TAGLIATELLE £15.95Medallions of veal cooked in extra virgin olive oil with wild mushrooms and pancetta in a cream and white wine sauce served with tagliatelle pasta.

SCALOPPINA AL LIMONE £15.95Medallions of veal lightly �loured, pan fried in olive oil, �lamed with white wine, lemon juice, a touch of butter & sprinkled with fresh parsley, served with fresh lemon slices, garlic & rosemary roast potatoes and house salad.

A FAMILY PASSION!Believe it or not back home in Naples my brother and I were known as “Bravi Ragazzi” translating as Goodfella’s ha ha but in the real meaning of the word, as in Good-fella’s.

Myself Nunzio and my brother Mariano invite you on a trip down memory lane, to our childhood days back in Naples, Italy. We wanted to share our fond memories of sitting down at the table with our parents, siblings and relations to enjoy our meals. Coming from a large Neapolitan family this was always of the utmost importance and it allowed us to feel a fantastic “togetherness” and ful�ilment.

We feel blessed to be of Italian heritage but also honoured to have the proud advantage of living in Glasgow, Scotland and bringing a piece of Italy here. Being brought up with our Grandfather owning his own Pasta Factory called Pasta Russo, which is our surname, we always had a dream to be in business together and running our own restaurant. And now our wish came true. In 2009 we took over La Fiorentina Restaurant at the Paisley Road Toll, we were proud Winners of: Scotland’s Best Family Choice Restaurant at The Scottish Entertainment Guide 2012 Awards. This encouraged us to build and develop our family business and in June 2013 we took over the trendy, modern and very popular Mediterraneo Italian Grill & Cocktail Bar in Ingram Street, Glasgow City Centre and now...Volare at the Mearns.

This is why our slogan is“Come join the Family”