CORTESERestaurant

Fresh Clams or Mussels PosilipoMarinara with Anchovies 8.95Fettuccine AlfredoMade with imported Pecorino Romano and heavy cream. 6.50Toasted Garlic BreadGolden brown, hot, and irresistible. 5.95Covered with melted mozzarella. 7.25Mozzarella SticksHomemade and served with pizza sauce for dipping. 8.50Homemade Onion Rings 6.95Homemade Breaded MushroomsWith ranch dip. 8.25The SamplerA platter of mozzarella sticks, breaded mushrooms, and onion rings.

Serves 4. 12.95Formaggio PlatterAn artistic palate of assorted cheeses, including Pepper Jack,

smoked Gouda and Provolone with pepperoni and crackers. 9.95Soup of the DayAlways homemade and hearty. Cup 2.95 Bowl 3.95French Onion SoupPlain Cup 4.75 Topped with melted Swiss and mozzarella cheese. 6.25Insalata Caprese SaladSliced ripe tomatoes with fresh mozzarella, basil, chopped onion,

topped with homemade Balsamic Italian dressing. 6.95

Veal AngelinaHonoring our Grandma Angie, we offer a succulent veal cutlet poundedthin, dipped in a light egg batter, and pan fried until fluffy and goldenbrown. Served with garlic butter for dipping. 19.95

Veal PiccataA tender veal cutlet, pounded thin and sauteed in butter, garlic andseasonings, and topped with fresh mushrooms. 19.95

Veal MarsalaA tender veal cutlet pounded thin, floured and sauteed toorder with fresh mushrooms in marsala wine. 19.95Chicken MarsalaTwo chicken breasts pounded thin, floured and sauteed toorder with fresh mushrooms in marsala wine. 17.95

Veal Cutlet ParmigianaA solid veal slice, breaded and topped with our tomatosauce and fresh mozzarella cheese. 19.95

Veal SoltimboccaA tender veal cutlet sauteed in butter with fresh garlic,proscuitto and seasonings, topped with melted Swiss andmozzarella cheeses and finished with cream sherry. 19.95Chicken SoltimboccaTwo tender chicken breasts sauteed in butter with fresh garlic,proscuitto and seasonings, topped with melted Swiss and mozzarellacheeses and finished with Cream Sherry. 17.95

Veal and PeppersChunks of veal sauteed in red sauce with green peppers,onions, Rhine wine, and seasonings. 17.95

Eggplant ParmigianaSlices of fresh eggplant dipped in flour and egg, sauteed, andlayered with tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella. 15.50

Charbroiled Chicken Breast 14.50Chicken Breast RosemaryPan fried and delicately seasoned with rosemary. 16.25

Broiled Half ChickenBasted in Rhine wine or seared with barbeque sauce. 13.95

Boneless Chicken Breast Cordon BleuStuffed with ham and Swiss cheese. 15.50

Chicken ScallopiniChunks of chicken breast floured and sauteed to order with freshmushrooms in marsala wine. 16.95

Chicken CacciatoreYour choice of the traditional half chicken or bonelessbreasts sauteed with mushrooms, green peppers, and onionsin a light red sauce. 17.50

Chicken PiccataTwo fresh boneless chicken breasts, sauteed lightly in butter, garlic andseasonings, and topped with fresh mushrooms. 18.50

Chicken AngelinaTwo fresh boneless breasts floured, dipped in egg, pan fried, andserved with garlic butter. 18.50

Chicken Cutlet ParmigianaTwo tender, breaded cutlets with our homemade sauce and brownedmozzarella cheese. 17.95

Chicken PalermoSliced floured breast of chicken sauteed in an Alfredo style sauce withspinach, diced tomato, and seasonings served over fettuccine. 18.50

Toscana BreadFresh French bread topped with our homemade pesto sauce, dicedtomatoes, fresh chopped spinach, and mozzarella cheese. 8.95AntipastoMeats, cheeses, crisp veggies, and Italian dressing (serves one) 5.95Topped with imported Italian tuna. add 3.95Shrimp CocktailJumbo shrimp with our own spicy cocktail sauce. 8.95Barbequed ShrimpNew Orleans style with garlic, Dijon and bacon, deliciously spicy.8.95Shrimp MarinaraSauteed to order in our homemade marinara sauce. 8.95Shrimp ScampiSwimming in a light white sauce. 8.95Fresh Scallops MarinaraSauteed in our homemade marinara sauce, garlic, and oil. 8.95Clams OreganatoStuffed with seasoned bread crumbs and spices. 7.25Oysters RockefellerTopped with three cheeses, spinach, and onion 6.95CalamariSauteed with white or red sauce. 8.95Fried CalamariServed with cocktail sauce. 7.95Little Neck ClamsSteamed or on the half shell....Six 6.85 twelve 10.50House Tossed Salad 2.95

Appetizers

Veal & Chicken

All Entrees Include Soup of the Day or Fresh Tossed SaladWith a choice of one of the following

Vegetable - Pasta of the Day - Baked, French Fried or Franconi Potatoes - Rice Salad dressing choices include Homemade Italian, Homemade Russian, Ranch, Honey Mustard, Homemade Creamy Blue,

Homemade Caesar, Raspberry Walnut Vinegarette, Parmesan Pepper, or Homemade French (Crumbly Bleu add 1.60)

Many of the veal and chicken entrees are prepared with flour and can be substituted with a gluten free flour if desired.

Chateaubriand for TwoThe heart of choice beef tenderloin, served on asizzling platter. 48.95

Filet MignonOf tenderest beef loin. 26.50

Petite Filet MignonServed on toast. 20.75

New York Strip Sirloin Steak 21.75

Delmonico Ribeye SteakPetite Cut 17.75Thick Cut 23.95King Cut 31.50

Broiled Pork ChopsThick, juicy, and very tender, served with applesauce on the side.Single Pork Chop (served on toast) 17.50Two Pork Chops 23.95Petite Single Chop 15.50

Tenderloin Tips ala CorteseA family recipe of tenderloin chunks sauteed with celery,mushrooms, peppers, onions, and delicate seasonings, thenfinished with a touch of cream sherry. 17.25

Prime Rib of BeefAu jus, boneless, and roasted to perfection.Junior Cut 18.25Thick Cut 23.95Brute Cut 31.50

Many people are surprised to learn that an Italian restaurant features a large selection of beef and other American entrees.Our fine chops, veal, and aged-in-house U.S.D.A. choice steaks and ribs are trimmed and prepared daily by our chef. We stand

proudly behind them, and we guarantee superb quality.

Beef & Pork

All can be ordered the following: Burgandy/Garlic Sauce - $2.95, Pizzaola - $2.95, Topped with fresh Mushrooms or Bacon $2.75.For an unforgettable meal, may we suggest ordering your steak, prime ribs, or pork chops “Milanese Style”.

A garlic, oregano, and oil sauce that the Cortese family has prepared for generations. $2.95

SeafoodFried Calamari 16.25

Barbequed ShrimpNew Orleans style with garlic, dijon, and bacon.Deliciously spicy. 20.50

Shrimp PizzaolaYou’ll want to save a crust of bread to mop up the zesty sauce. 20.50

Shrimp ScampiSauteed to order in a light, delicate sauce.(served over linguine optional). 20.50

Golden Breaded ShrimpServed with homemade cocktail sauce. 17.95

Single Lobster Tail market Two Lobster Tails market

Seafood PlatterOf one lobster tail, clams oreganato,broiled shrimp, andbroiled scallops. market

Lobster PizzaolaTwo lobster tails prepared in our rich red sauce. marketSingle lobster tail pizzaola. market

Fresh Scallops MarinaraPlump, succulent sea scallops, sauteed in our rich redmarinara sauce. 20.95

Fresh Sea ScallopsBroiled with a hint of lemon, or glazed with cream sherry. 20.25

Breaded Sea ScallopsWith homemade tartar sauce. 17.95

Blackened Sea ScallopsSeasoned pan seared and finished in a cream sherry reduction. 20.50

Fresh Haddock FiletBroiled or Breaded. 18.95

Haddock ParmigianaA fresh haddock filet breaded to order, then topped withtomato sauce and melted mozzarella. 20.50

Fresh SalmonWith lemon wedge, broiled. 20.50

Orange RoughyBroiled 18.25

CalamariSauteed in our red or white sauce. 16.95

Cortese’s Famous Surf and Turf petite filet mignon and a lobster tail. marketChoose any two dishes listed below, and enjoy your favorite seafood with one of our fine meat or poultry entrees.

(If you wish, you can select two surfs or two turfs.)

Surf SelectionsSea ScallopsFresh broiled or breaded. 16.95Fresh Broiled Haddock Filet 15.75Broiled SalmonFresh, with lemon and butter. 17.25Single Lobster Tail marketGolden Fried Jumbo Shrimp 15.95Shrimp ScampiOn a bed of linguine optional. 17.50

Turf SelectionsPrime RibOf beef, junior cut. 16.95Delmonico Rib SteakPetite cut. 14.95Filet Mignon 23.50Petite Filet Mignon 17.75Veal Cutlet PiccataCovered with fresh sauteed mushrooms. 18.25

Surf & Turf Combinations

Festa CorradoInspired by Grandpa Cordy’s prodigious appetite, thisdish is served on two platters - one for a bed of linguineheaped with fresh scallops, mussels, clams, and shrimpsauteed in your choice of red or white sauce. The otherbearing a junior cut of prime ribsimmered, milanese style, in an oil and garlic sauce.36.95Also available without the prime rib, for a less renownedappetite. 26.75

Shells VincenzoJimmy Cortese’s delicious concoction of shell macaroni,fresh ricotta cheese, and homemade meatsauce, bakedperfectly. full 12.50 half 9.50

Fettuccine AlfredoMade to order with heavy cream, butter, and PecorinoRomano cheese. full 11.99 half 8.50Add broccoli florets add 1.75Add fresh mushrooms add 1.75Add boneless chicken cutlet slices add 4.95

Fettuccine Carbonaroour Alfredo with spiced Italian ham and sweet dicedonions. full 13.50 half 9.95

Fettuccine with Pesto SauceExtra virgin olive oil with fresh sweet basil, garlic, pinenuts, and Romano cheese. full 14.95 half 12.45With sun dried tomatoes. add 2.25

Tortellini PrimaveraHearty Cheese Tortellini tossed with chef ’s choice offresh vegetables and served with our rich Alfredo stylesauce. 14.50

Penne BologneseA rich vodka sauce sauteed with slices of homemade

sausage served over penne. 14.95

Many of the dishes we serve were created in the Abruzzi and Naples provinces of Italy by our ancestors, and brought to Binghamtonby Corrado and Angeline Cortese. Our sauces, saute entrees, pizza and many of our pastas are made fresh daily in our kitchen, just as

they were over fifty years ago.

Fettuccine IgnazioIgnatius Cortese, better known as Nate, combined our richest pastadish, fettuccine Alfredo, with our most precious seafood, lobster tail.The result is unforgettable, and mostfulfilling! market

Fettuccine with Pesto Alfredo Sauce full 16.25 half 13.25

Homemade Lasagna layers of meatsauce,ricotta, sausage, and macaroni. 13.95

Homemade ManicottiDelicate crepes stuffed with creamy ricotta. 13.50

Chef ’s Spaghetti PlateA traditional favorite of pasta lovers. Ourrich homemade meatsauce covers a bowl of piping hot homemadespaghetti, sauteed fresh mushrooms, green peppers, and a link of ourhomemade sausage.full 14.25 half 9.95

Homemade Cheese RavioliOf the finest ricotta and our own dough. full 13.95 half 9.25

Homemade GnocchiSmall dumplings, individually made. full 10.50 half 7.99

Rigatoni Parmigiana full 10.75 half 8.50

Homemade SpaghettiOur tender macaroni with either our rich homemadetomato sauce. full 10.50 half 8.25

Linguine with Fresh MusselsSauteed to order in red or white sauce. 13.50

SpaghettiWith tomato sauce. full 9.50 half 7.75

Any of the spaghetti items may be substituted with linguine, cappelini, shells, rigatoni, zita, fettuccine, or angel hair.

Two Homemade Meatballs 2.50Marinara Sauce (prepared to order) 1.50Homemade Meatsauce 2.50One Thick Pork Chop 9.95Two Thick Pork Chops 14.95Melted Mozzarella Cheese 1.30Two Homemade Sausage Links 3.50

Fresh Sauteed Mushrooms orGreen Peppers 1.95Homemade Veal and Peppers 8.75Breaded Veal Cutlet 11.75Chicken Cutlet Parmigiana 8.75Chicken in Marinara Sauce 7.25Homemade Sausage Patty 4.25

Pasta

All pasta dishes include a house salad.Whole Wheat and Gluten Free pastas are also available.

For Whole Wheat add .50 and for Gluten Free add 3.50

Pasta Additions & Sauces

Butter Sauce full 7.75 half 6.25

Pesto Sauce full add 5.45 half add 4.70

Anchovies, oil, and garlic full add 1.25 half add 1.25

Red or White Clam Sauce full add 6.75 half add 5.25Red or White Shrimp Sauce add 12.50Red or White Lobster Sauce marketRed or White Calamari Sauce add 9.25Vodka Sauce add 4.95

Blackened Chicken Breast SaladMixed field greens, shredded carrots, diced tomato, shreddedcheddar, chopped egg and blackened chicken breast servedwith a cucumber-bacon ranch. 9.95

Vermicelli TossMixed field greens, shredded carrots, diced tomato, shreddedcheddar, chopped egg and blackened chicken breast along with anest of vermicelli pasta served with honey mustard dressing. 9.95

Chicken Caesar SaladSeasoned chicken breast atop a mound of tossed romaine,Pecorino Romano and a traditional Caesar dressing withcroutons. 9.95

Chef ’s SaladWith ham, turkey, and American cheese. 9.75

Fresh Baby Spinach SaladBaby spinach leaves topped with bean sprouts, chopped egg,bacon and sliced mushrooms with or without a seasoned chickenbreast to make it a meal! Served with raspberry vinaigrette.With Chicken 9.95 Without Chicken 7.50Antipasto SaladCrisp iceberg lettuce, fresh vegetables, a variety of meatsand cheeses. We recommend our famous house Italian dressingfor this colossal salad! Served with crusty French bread. 9.95

Buffalo Chicken Ranch SaladTender crisp chicken tossed in our incredible wing sauce overcrisp fresh salad greens. Served with ranch dressing. 9.95

California Harvest SaladMixed greens, seasoned chicken breast, dried cranberries,cherries, glazed walnuts, crumbles of bleu cheese servedwith homemade Balsamic Italian dressing. 9.95

Entree Salads

BurgerServed on a hard roll with lettuce and tomato, onion by request. 5.50With melted American or Swiss cheese. add .80With bacon, sauteed onions, or peppers. add .75With French Fries and tossed salad. 8.95Veggie BurgerA meatless patty served on a hard roll with lettuce, tomato,onion, and a side of barbeque sauce. 6.25With melted American or Swiss cheese. add .80

TenderloinOn French bread. 10.50

Turkey, Ham or Roast Beef ClubOn toast served with cottage cheese or applesauce. 8.25

Roast BeefThinly sliced and served with au jus for dunking. 8.25

Cheese SteakRoast beef with sauteed onions and green peppers. 8.95

Charbroiled Chicken BreastWith lettuce and tomato on a hard roll (mayo optional)sandwich 6.95 sub 9.95

Homemade Italian SausageSandwich Patty 7.75Sub - Links with homemade tomato sauce. 8.50With melted American or mozzarella cheese add .80With sauteed fresh green peppers and onions. add 1.25On toasted garlic bread. add 2.50

Chicken CutletSandwich of a boneless breaded chicken breast with lettuce,tomato, and mayo. 7.25

Battered Haddock FiletWith homemade tartar or cocktail sauce. 7.75

Veal and Peppersa sandwich portion of our homemade specialty. 9.75

American SubWith roast beef, ham, turkey, and American cheese. 8.50

Meatless SubWith Swiss or American cheese. 6.75

Italian SubWith salami, capicollo, pepperoni,mozzarella, andpepperoncini. 8.50

Roast Beef, Turkey, or Ham Sub 8.75

Chicken Parmigiana SubTwo breaded cutlets with melted cheese and tomato sauce. 10.50

Eggplant Parmigiana Sub 9.25

Chicken Rosemary SubTwo chicken breasts sauteed with rosemary, topped withlettuce, tomato, onions, mayo and Italian dressing, and meltedAmerican cheese. 10.75

Homemade Hot MeatballServed open faced covered with tomato sauce on your choice ofItalian or French bread. 7.50 On a traditional sub roll 8.50Melted mozzarella add .80

Sandwiches & Subs

Gourmet Sandwiches & Wraps

Add French Fries, Fresh Tossed Salad, or Homemade Soup for 2.75And of course we always offer the tried and true classics.....Grilled Cheese - Ham, Tomato, or Bacon optional - and BLT.

Pesto Chicken SandwichWith provolone and roasted peppers, on toasted ciabatta bread. 9.75

Grilled Turkey Rueben on Panini 9.50

Buffalo Ranch Chicken WrapWith bacon, lettuce, tomato, and shredded cheddar. 9.95

Beef or Chicken Teriyaki WrapSauteed with homemade teriyaki sauce, peppers, and onionsall wrapped in a soft whole wheat wrap. 9.95

Homemade Pesto TurkeySliced turkey breast, homemade pesto, shredded lettuce,onions, cheddar, and diced tomato wrapped in a tomatobasil wrap. 9.95

Honey Mustard ChickenYour choice of crispy or charbroiled chicken breast, honeymustard dressing, shredded lettuce, cheddar, diced tomato,wrapped in a soft flour wrap. 8.95

Chicken Caesar SaladDice seasoned chicken breast tossed with Romaine, homemadecroutons, Pecorino Romano, and traditional Caesar dressing ina whole wheat wrap. 9.75

Tomato and Cheese PizzaWith mozzarella, Romano, and our homemade pizza sauce.8 slice 9.25 4 slice 5.50

Double Dough Pizza 8 slice only 10.50

White Garlic Pizza 8 slice 10.25 four slice 5.95

Florentine PizzaFresh spinach, sour cream, and onions with Romano andmozzarella cheeses. eight slice 12.25 four slice 7.25

Pesto PizzaFresh sweet basil, garlic, and pine nuts with Romano andmozzarella cheeses. 8 slice 14.75 4 slice 8.50

Buffalo Chicken Ranch PizzaChicken cutlet tossed with our delicious wing sauce, topped withcheese and drizzled with ranch dressing. Hot or mild. 12.95

Buffalo BluesChicken cutlet tossed with our delicious wing sauce, topped withcheese and drizzled with bleu cheese dressing. Hot or mild. 12.95

Basket Dinners & Wings All baskets served with French fries or a veggie garnish.

Jumbo Breaded Shrimp BasketWith homemade cocktail sauce. 16.95

Finger Foods BasketAn assortment of crispy golden shrimp, scallops, homemade

mozzarella sticks, homemade onion rings, chicken fingers,

and breaded mushrooms served with tartar, cocktail, honey

dijon and tomato sauces for dipping. 14.95

Breaded Juicy Scallops BasketServed with homemade tartar sauce. 16.95

Chicken Fingers BasketStrips of all white breast meat in our seasoned breading,served with honey dijon sauce. small 5.95 large 10.75

Chicken WingsHot or mild served with celery sticks, and our creamy bleucheese dressing. Six 4.95 Twelve 7.95

PizzaOld Fashioned Hot PieA Cortese Original Favorite pizza, with our homemade pizzasauce, oregano, and a sprinkle of aged Pecorino. 9.25

The Cortese Special PizzaLoaded with pepperoni, sausage, meatsauce, mushrooms, greenpeppers, onions, and black olives covered with a thick layer ofmozzarella and Romano cheeses. 8 slice 16.75 4 slice 9.95

Toppings 8 slice 2.40 4 slice 1.35Homemade Sausage, Double Mozzarella, Genoa Salami, FreshGreen Peppers, Pepperoni, Anchovies, Homemade Meatsauce,Fresh Diced Onions, Black Olives, Broccoli Florets, Mush-rooms, Fresh Spinach, Fresh Sliced Tomatoes, Bacon.

More Toppings 8 slice 3.50 4 slice 2.15Sliced Homemade Meatballs, Eggplant, Fresh HomemadeSausage Chunks or Chicken Spiedies.

Chicken BBQ Bacon Pizza 13.75

Breakfast PizzaWith egg, cheese, finely chopped roasted peppers, and yourchoice of chopped ham, sausage, or bacon. 13.95

Making Life Better Since 1947Cortese Restaurant was founded in 1947 byAngeline Cortese and her sons, James and

Nathan. A third son, Angelo, who more thanhis brothers, dreamed of running a restaurant,

was killed while serving in the U.S. Navyduring World War II. With the help of theirfather Corrado and sister Rita, Jimmy, Nate,

and their Mom built a reputation forconsistantly excellent food, served in a warm

friendly atmosphere. In continuing ourfamily’s tradition, we strive to make every meal

memorable, and every customer satisfied.