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Owner and Executive Chef, Gianfranco Loreti, a native Italian and a master of his craft, emphasizes the use of fresh and seasonal ingredients to prepare timeless culinary traditions—Asparagi in Camicia, Osso Buco, & Tiramisu--from Northern and Central Italy.
“To me, being an Italian chef is more than heritage or training. It's a daily opportunity to explore, learn, and create shared experiences for people of all walks of life.”
At Ciao, experience the joy of classic Italian dining.
“To me, being an Italian chef is more than heritage or training. It's a daily opportunity to explore, learn, and create shared experiences for people of all walks of life.”
At Ciao, experience the joy of classic Italian dining.
Available Tuesday - Saturday 5:00 – 6:30 PM * $25 per person
PRIMO
INSALATA RUSTICHELLA
Artisan greens, sliced pear and shaved parmesan cheese with creamy vinaigrette
Artisan greens, sliced pear and shaved parmesan cheese with creamy vinaigrette
ENTREE
(All Entrees served with Potato and Vegetable except Manicotti)
NONNA TERESA MANICOTTI
Homemade manicotti filled with three cheeses served with marinara sauce and topped with mozzarella
Homemade manicotti filled with three cheeses served with marinara sauce and topped with mozzarella
CHICKEN PICCATA
Chicken scaloppini, sautéed onions, lemon, capers, butter and white wine
Chicken scaloppini, sautéed onions, lemon, capers, butter and white wine
CHICKEN MARSALA
Chicken scaloppini with mixed mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce
Chicken scaloppini with mixed mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce
FEGATO DI VITELLO AL BALSAMICO
Sauteed Calf’s Liver with caramelized onions, balsamic glaze
Sauteed Calf’s Liver with caramelized onions, balsamic glaze
BASA ALMONDINA
White fish, dipped in egg batter, sautéed in lemon, butter, white wine and a touch of cream, topped with slivered almonds
White fish, dipped in egg batter, sautéed in lemon, butter, white wine and a touch of cream, topped with slivered almonds
WINE
(1 bottle shared by 2 people)
LA FIERA MONTEPULCIANO or PINOT GRIGIO
SWEETEN YOUR DINNER
Add a dessert for $5
VANILLA GELATO
with strawberries and whipped cream
with strawberries and whipped cream
~or~
FRUTTI DI BOSCO
Pastry shell filled with wild berries, whipped cream
Pastry shell filled with wild berries, whipped cream
No Substitutions, Please
* Order must be placed by 5:30 to 6:30
** Special cannot be combined with Coupons, Promotions or Other Discounts
* Order must be placed by 5:30 to 6:30
** Special cannot be combined with Coupons, Promotions or Other Discounts
Antipasti
CALAMARI AL PARMIGIANO
Pan-fried calamari coated with parmesan, served with capers & a lemon cream sauce
Pan-fried calamari coated with parmesan, served with capers & a lemon cream sauce
15
ASPARAGI IN CAMICIA
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto & provolone, served with crumbled gorgonzola & pesto sauce
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto & provolone, served with crumbled gorgonzola & pesto sauce
14
CARPACCIO DI BUE ALL'ALBESE
Thinly sliced raw filet mignon, with arugula, shaved parmesan, olive oil, lemon & capers
Thinly sliced raw filet mignon, with arugula, shaved parmesan, olive oil, lemon & capers
15
PROSCIUTTO E MELONE
Prosciutto Di Parma and cantaloupe
Prosciutto Di Parma and cantaloupe
14
BRUSCHETTA POMODORO
Grilled ciabatta bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil & mozzarella
Grilled ciabatta bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil & mozzarella
8
Insalata di Campo
CIAO
Romaine lettuce with Chef Gianfranco's Caesar dressing & parmesan cheese
Romaine lettuce with Chef Gianfranco's Caesar dressing & parmesan cheese
10
CAPRESE
Imported Italian Mozzarella di Bufala cheese, tomato wedges, & fresh basil are drizzled with extra virgin olive oil & balsamic glace
Imported Italian Mozzarella di Bufala cheese, tomato wedges, & fresh basil are drizzled with extra virgin olive oil & balsamic glace
14
TUSCAN BEET SALAD
Slices of roasted red beets, orange, fennel & red onion, with extra virgin olive oil & lemon juice
Slices of roasted red beets, orange, fennel & red onion, with extra virgin olive oil & lemon juice
12
ARUGULA
Arugula tossed with extra virgin olive oil, lemon, pine nuts & shaved parmesan
Arugula tossed with extra virgin olive oil, lemon, pine nuts & shaved parmesan
10
Zuppe
ZUPPA DEL GIORNO
Soup of the day
Soup of the day
5/8
ZUPPA D'ASTICE
Lobster bisque with sherry
Lobster bisque with sherry
6/10
Contorni
ASPARAGUS
8
SPINACH, SAUTEED
8
STRING BEANS, SAUTEED IN GARLIC AND OIL
8
Pasta
Whole Wheat and Gluten-free pasta are available upon request
Whole Wheat and Gluten-free pasta are available upon request
FETTUCCINE CIAO
Lobster, asparagus, & mushrooms tossed with fettuccine and pink cream sauce
Lobster, asparagus, & mushrooms tossed with fettuccine and pink cream sauce
36
FUSILLI CORTONA
Fusilli, asparagus, tomatoes, mushrooms, arugula,olives & pine nuts sautéed with olive oil and garlic
Fusilli, asparagus, tomatoes, mushrooms, arugula,olives & pine nuts sautéed with olive oil and garlic
26
SHRIMP SCAMPI
Jumbo shrimp sauteed in garlic, parsley & fresh chopped tomato, served over capellini pasta
Jumbo shrimp sauteed in garlic, parsley & fresh chopped tomato, served over capellini pasta
28
RAVIOLI DI CARNE ALLA BOLOGNESE
Veal-stuffed ravioli, served with Bolognese sauce
Veal-stuffed ravioli, served with Bolognese sauce
26
RISOTTO LUISANA
Risotto with shrimp, asparagus, onions and a spicy pink sauce
Risotto with shrimp, asparagus, onions and a spicy pink sauce
28
SACCHETTINI AL TARTUFO
Satchel-shaped pasta filled with ricotta and minced black truffles served with an Alfredo sauce and shaved black truffles
Satchel-shaped pasta filled with ricotta and minced black truffles served with an Alfredo sauce and shaved black truffles
36
Carne e Pesce
Entrees served with potato and vegetables unless otherwise noted
Entrees served with potato and vegetables unless otherwise noted
COSTARELLE DI MANZO IN UMIDO
Short ribs braised in red wine and served with pappardelle or vegetables
Short ribs braised in red wine and served with pappardelle or vegetables
30
VITELLO PERUGINA
Veal scaloppini sauteed with chicken livers, onions, pancetta & red wine sauce
Veal scaloppini sauteed with chicken livers, onions, pancetta & red wine sauce
28
MARI E MONTE
Veal tenderloin, lobster, and shrimp with sauteed shallots & sherry cream sauce
Veal tenderloin, lobster, and shrimp with sauteed shallots & sherry cream sauce
38
VEAL MARSALA
Veal tenderloin scaloppini with mixed mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce
Veal tenderloin scaloppini with mixed mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce
26
VEAL PARMIGIANA
Breaded veal cutlet, topped with fresh chopped tomato and cheese and spaghetti, marinara sauce
Breaded veal cutlet, topped with fresh chopped tomato and cheese and spaghetti, marinara sauce
28
VEAL CHOP MILANESE
Veal chop, pounded, breaded served with arugula, tomatoes and shaved parmesan
Veal chop, pounded, breaded served with arugula, tomatoes and shaved parmesan
38
Osso Buco
Braised veal shank, served with saffron risotto
Braised veal shank, served with saffron risotto
40
LEMON SOLE FRANCESE
Filet of lemon sole, dipped in egg batter, sauteed in lemon, butter and white wine
Filet of lemon sole, dipped in egg batter, sauteed in lemon, butter and white wine
28
DOVER SOLE
Dover Sole, filleted tableside, served with a lemon butter sauce
Dover Sole, filleted tableside, served with a lemon butter sauce
54
Please advise your server of any known food allergies in your party.
There is a $7 charge for shared entrees.
There is a $7 charge for shared entrees.
Wine
Ciao's wine list boasts over 90 hand-selected wines from all over Italy and more than a dozen Italian wines by the glass--further distinguishing Ciao from neighboring Italian eateries. Ciao strives to represent all of the wine-producing regions of Italy in their finest expression, at affordable prices
Bar
In addition to carefully selected wines and hand-crafted cocktails Ciao offers an extensive collection of specialty liquors imported from Italy, France, and beyond. From Italian aperitivos to oak-aged liqueur, Ciao has a unique libation for every step of your dining journey.
Wine Dinners
Sample great Italian wines with expertly paired bites. Sit at our table and let us intrigue your palate with something beyond the basic.
For more information about Ciao Wine Dinners, check our events page.
For more information about Ciao Wine Dinners, check our events page.
Corkage Fee
Ciao is happy to provide corkage and decanting for $20 per 750ml bottle. We respectfully request that the bottle you bring not be on our list.
Please contact us for more details (239) 263-3889.
Please contact us for more details (239) 263-3889.