Menu
APPETIZERS
- Shrimp LucaJumbo Shrimp lightly breaded an flash fried topped with a lemon garlic cream sauce.$14.99
- CalamariFlash fried and served with homemade aioli sauces.$13.99
- Sausage RusticaItalian sausage pan seared with sauteed Hungarian peppers and onions.$14.99
- BruschettaSliced baguette topped with fresh basil pesto, diced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and balsamic reduction.$13.99
- Italian MeatballsThree house made meatballs topped with bolognese sauce.$13.99
- Portabella & Beef TipsGrilled portabella mushrooms and grilled beef tenderloin tips topped with our signature zip sauce.$15.99
- Shrimp CocktailJumbo Shrimp served with house made cocktail sauce and lemon wedge.$13.99
- Burrata CapreseCreamy burrata served with marinated cherry tomatoes, banana peppers, artichokes, sweet drops peppers & toasted crostinis. Topped with balsamic reduction & olive oil$16.99
- Eggplant AugustineFried Eggplant topped with marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, parmesan cheese and basil.$13.99
- MusselsFresh Prince Edward Island mussels sauteed with onion, garlic, Hungarian peppers, and fresh basil in a spicy marinara.$14.99
- Coconut Chicken AppCoconut & Panko Breaded chicken fillets. Flash fried golden brown & served with a honey citrus aioli.$14.99
- Zucchini FrittesPanko breaded zucchini fries. Flash fried golden brown & served with romesco sauce.$13.99
SALADS & SOUP
Add on to any Salad: Chicken 5.99 / Salmon 10.99 / Shrimp 11.99
- Minestone - Italian Vegetable$4.99
- Tuscan - Creamy White Chicken Chili$5.99
- Ceasar SaladFresh romaine, herbed croutons and shaved parmesan$13.99
- Wedge-Cobb SaladA bed of romaine lettuce topped with crumbled bacon, sliced egg, tomatoes and bleu cheese with our bleu cheese dressing.$14.99
- Spinach SalmonMandarin oranges, toasted almonds, dried cherries, crumbled goat cheese, lemon vinaigrette and topped with a grilled salmon filet.$22.99
- Amici Gorgonzola SaladFresh greens, Traverse City dried cherries, toasted pine nuts and gorgonzola cheese tossed with our roasted shallot vinaigrette.$13.99
- Strawberry Steak SaladGrilled beef tenderloin tips, red onions, roasted red peppers, strawberries, mixed greens and tossed in a roasted shallot vinaigrette topped with goat cheese crumbles.$22.99
- Roasted Brussel SproutRoasted brussel sprouts, bacon, white cheddar, tomato and balsamic vinaigrette dressing.$17.99
- Coconut Chicken InsalataA blend of spinach & mixed greens tossed in a honey citrus vinaigrette with almonds, dried cherries, onions, & fresh shredded mozzarella cheese. Topped with coconut chicken.$20.99
- Village InsalataRomaine lettuce tossed with onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, artichokes, banana peppers, sweet drop peppers & fresh mozzarella cheese tossed in a Italian Dressing. Topped with pine nuts.$14.99
SIGNATURES
- Lamb Shank LombardiaSlow cooked Lamb shank served on a bed of parmesan risotto with a natural braising reduction.$35.99
- Pasta DavinciJumbo Shrimp, Diver Scallops, and fresh Mussels, sautéed with white wine, herbs, capellini pasta and palomino sauce.$32.99
- Butternut RavioliStuffed butternut squash puree, walnuts and exotic mushrooms in a creamy Marsala sage sauce.$23.99
- Red Wine Braised Beef RoastBraised beef roast served over spinach mushroom risotto topped with sauteed onions, roasted red peppers & a basil Marsala demi.$34.99
STEAKS & CHOPS
- Filet MignonChar grilled and topped with Ciao signature zip sauce. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetable.$47.99
- Lamb ChopsThree domestic lamb chops topped with our signature zip sauce. Served with a spaghetti cacio e pepe pasta & a spinach mushroom saute.$48.99
- New York StripPan seared certified angus beef New York Strip over a sauteed bacon, oyster mushrooms, asparagus & grape tomatoes blend with crispy redskin potatoes. Topped with smoked Romesco sauce & cripsy onions.$38.99
- Ribeye16oz char grilled ribeye served over bacon potato hash and topped with Italian aioli and crispy onions.$44.99
CHICKEN & VEAL
Veal - 27.99 or Chicken - 24.99. Able to substitute pasta.
- PiccataSauteed with capers in a lemon white wine sauce, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.
- ParmesanoTopped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese and served with roasted garlic garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.
- MarsalaSauteed with mushrooms in a Marsala wine sauce, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.
- GorgonzolaRoasted red peppers, gorgonzola cheese in a garlic cream sauce, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.
- DiabloSauteed with jalapeno peppers, garlic and cherry tomatoes in a lemon sage butter sauce. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.
- CacciatoreSauteed onions, bell peppers, mushrooms in a tomato basil white wine sauce, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.
- Creamy PestoSauteed with artichokes in a pesto cream sauce. Topped with tomato relish & roasted pinenuts.
PASTA
Add to any entree: Italian Sausage 4.99 / Meatballs (2pc) 7.99 / Baked Cheese 2.99 / Salmon 10.99 / Shrimp (4pc) 11.99 / Chicken 5.99 / Gluten Free Pasta 3.99
- Spaghetti & MeatballsImported spaghetti tossed with Bolognese sauce and topped with Ciao signature meatballs or Italian Sausages.$22.99
- Lasagna BologneseThinly layered baked lasagna topped with meat sauce and grated parmesan cheese.$23.99
- Penne PalominoSauteed mushrooms, asparagus, onions, tossed in our tomato cream sauce.$20.99
- Eggplant ParmesanoFresh eggplant lightly breaded and pan fried. Topped with our signature marinara and fresh mozzarella. Served with capellini pasta.$21.99
- Pasta Con PolloSautéed chicken and bacon tossed with spinach, mushrooms, penne pasta, fresh garlic in an Asiago cream sauce and topped with fresh tomato relish.$26.99
- Tortellini DiabloCheese filled tortellini tossed with tri-colored peppers, onions and garlic in a chipotle cream sauce.$20.99
- Gnocchi PalominoTossed in a tomato cream sauce with sauteed mushrooms & spinach. Topped with a layer of bake cheese.$21.99
- Seafood DiabloSautéed diver scallops, jumbo shrimp, onions, grape tomatoes, jalapenos tossed in a capellini pasta and flash fried calamari.$32.99
- Pasta RusticaSautéed Italian sausage, red onions, banana peppers and spinach finished in a roasted garlic marinara sauce. Tossed with penne pasta.$23.99
- Pasta AlfredoFettuccine pasta tossed in an alfredo cream sauce.$20.99
- Lobster RavioliLobster claw meat stuffed saffron pasta, tossed with shrimp, spinach and roasted tomatoes. Served in a rich sherry cream sauce.$30.99
- Pasta PrimeveraPenne Pasta sauteed with onions, tri-color bell peppers, mushrooms, & cherry tomatoes tossed in a garlic, olive oil, fresh herbs & lemon sauce.$20.99
- Ciao Mac & CheeseGrilled Chicken, spinach, peppers, roasted cherry tomatoes and onions in a cheddar cream sauce. Tossed with penne pasta & topped with baked breadcrumbs.$27.99
- Shrimp & Sausage ScampiSauteed jumbo shrimp & Italian sausage with artichokes, asparagus tips, sliced garlic & fresh herbs. Tossed in a white wine lemon butter sauce & fettuccine pasta.$28.99
SEAFOOD
Entrees include your choice of House Salad or cup of Soup. Add Gorgonzola Salad OR Caesar Salad for 3.99
- SalmonHand cut grilled salmon topped with buerre blanc & capers. Served with polenta & fresh vegetable.$28.99
- ScallopsPan seared diver scallops served with a bacon spinach risotto, and finished with a port wine reduction.$39.99
- Shrimp LucaJumbo Shrimp lightly breaded and flash fried served with fresh vegetables and polenta and finished with lemon garlic cream sauce.$28.99
- Catch of the DayChefs Choice
SANDWICHES
Only Available for Lunch until 230pm. All on baguette buns. Served with a choice of Waffle Fries / Soup / Garden Salad
- ITALIAN CHICKENSliced chicken, onions, peppers, mushrooms, cheese blend & zip sauce.$15.99
- ITALIAN STEAKShaved steak, peppers, mushrooms, cheese blend & zip sauce.$16.99
- ITALIAN PEPPER MEATBALLSliced Meatballs, banana peppers, marinara sauce, baked cheese & crispy onions.$14.99
- CHICKEN PARMESANOBreaded Chicken, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce & pesto.$15.99
- CHICKEN CHIPOLTEChargrilled chicken, greens, cheddar cheese, bacon, tomato, crispy onions & chipotle aioli$15.99
- PORTABELLA PESTOChargrilled portabella mushroom, mozzarella cheese, pesto, tomato & cripsy onions.$14.99