la dolce vita!la dolce vita!

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la dolce vita![the sweet life!]

Coal-Fired CookingChef Russo’s dishes are inspired by the authentic Italian cuisine he has enjoyed since his childhood. That authenticity

is enhanced by the depth of flavor developed in our coal-fired ovens.

mangia bene1962

anthony inherited his love for food from his passionate italian family.

Anthony’s parents immigrate from Italy.

antipasti | insalata | zuppe | flatbread bruschetta

“Mangiamo!”[let’s eat!]

it’s allin the sauce

hand-crafted coal-fired pizza

As A young boy In new york,

1990 1992 2008Introduction of

the new york Pizzeria concept.

Chef russo unveilshis Coal-Fired Italian

kitchen concept.

1978

little Anthony russo found his love for traditional

Italian dishes in his grandparents’ kitchen.

And each summer, he discovered more

as relatives visited from naples and sicily

to share their recipes.

The russo family opens their

first restaurant.

Chef russo opens“Anthony’s Pizzeria” in Clear Lake, Texas.

pizza is baked at a 1,000° f temperature and is served lightly charred.

everything in our kitchen is lovingly made from scratch.

antipastiMozzarella Fritti | 9.95Fresh buffalo mozzarella, lightly battered and fried, with a side of Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

roasted prosciutto | 9.95Imported buffalo mozzarella cheese wrapped with prosciutto di Parma and fresh basil.

Mussels Fra diavolo | 9.95Fresh steamed mussels in a spicy hot Pinot Grigio marinara sauce.

arancini | 6.95Sicilian rice balls loaded with Italian herbs, Grana Padano romano cheeseand bolognese sauce.

calaMari Fritti | 9.95Tender calamari seasoned with Sicilian sea salt and pepper, and lightly fried. Served with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

zucchini Fritti | 7.95Hand-sliced fresh zucchini, lightly breaded and fried, served with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

spinach & artichoke dip | 9.95Creamy blend of spinach, artichokes and romano cheese, baked in our coal-fired oven. Served with fresh foccacia bread.

coal-Fired Wings | 8.95Jumbo wings baked in our coal-fired oven and tossed in our Russo’s signaturewing sauce.

Meatballs poModoro | 4.95Two delicious large homemade Italian meatballs with Chianti-braised meat sauce.

coal-Fired garlic knots | 7.95Homemade pizza dough topped with extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and romano cheese. Served with a side of Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

Get started with some great-tasting Italian beginnings.

Russo’s salad dressings are hand-prepared fresh daily with award-winning D.O.P. Sicilian extra virgin olive oil and the freshest, premium ingredients. Salads come prepared as described below, unless a different dressing is chosen from the following options: Chianti balsamic vinaigrette, ranch, or blue cheese dressings.

insalata

house | 4.95Crisp romaine lettuce and garden-fresh vegetables.

cucuMber | 6.95Cucumbers, roma tomatoes, feta, onion, kalamata olives, pepperoncini and fresh garlic, tossed with sicilian extra virgin olive oil.

greek | sMall 4.95 large 8.95Fresh romaine lettuce, feta cheese and crisp garden vegetables, in our house Chianti balsamic dressing.

caesar* | sMall 4.95 large 8.95Romaine lettuce and freshly prepared pecorino romano Caesar dressing.

harleM beet | 8.95Coal-fired beets, dolce gorgonzola, romaine lettuce, cucumbers, kalamata olives, roma tomatoes and glazed pistachios, drizzled with Chianti balsamic vinaigrette.

Mediterranean | sMall 4.95 large 9.95 Crisp romaine lettuce, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, crisp garden vegetables and gorgonzola cheese, in our house Chianti balsamic dressing.

caprese | 8.95Vine-ripened roma tomatoes, all-natural buffalo mozzarella cheese and fresh basil, drizzled with organic Sicilian extra virgin olive oil and balsamic.

tuscan chicken | 10.95Grilled chicken over romaine lettuce, tortellini pasta, feta cheese, roasted peppers, with house-made pesto sauce.

cavolo nero | 10.95Dinosaur black kale tossed with homemade Caesar dressing, crispy proscuitto di Parma, pine nuts and gorgonzola cheese.

*Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase the risk of food-borne illness.

Add chicken to any salad for 2.00.

zuppe

Flatbread bruschettapoModoro | 8.95 Roma tomatoes, Sicilian extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic and sweet basil.

prosciutto & Fig | 10.95Prosciutto crudo di Parma, Mediterranean figs and shaved parmigiano reggiano cheese.

roasted garlic | 5.95Garlic with rosemary, pecorino romano, and sea salt. With mozzarella 7.95.

greco | 9.95Roma tomatoes, feta cheese, spinach, kalamata olives, with garlic olive oil sauce.

toMato basil | 5.95Roasted roma tomatoes and sweet basil, in a creamy tomato bisque.

Minestrone | 4.95Fresh garden vegetables, cannellini beans and penne pasta, in a savory vegetable broth.

tortellini brodo | 4.95Fresh cheese tortellini, succulent chicken, fresh spinach and roma tomatoes, in a light chicken broth.

claM choWder | 5.95Traditional New England-style clam chowder.

coal-Fired

Our soups are homemade with the freshest ingredientswith a kick of authentic Italian flavor.

chef russo is often found jotting down

new recipes whenever and wherever

inspiration strikes.

pizza napoletana | specialty pizzas | calzo

ne | create-your-ow

n pizza

anthony went on to train formally, and has studied

cuisine across america and italy. but his family’s unrelenting passion for the finest, freshest ingredients

is what has made him the chef he is today.

pizza napoletana Coal-fired, thin-crust, square pizza serves 1 to 2.

Mona lisa | 16.95Homemade pizza sauce, sliced buffalo mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, oregano and Sicilian extra virgin olive oil.

soho | 14.95Your choice of up to 3 toppings* with olive oil and homemade garlic or pizza sauce.*Choose your toppings from the list at the end of this section.

paisano | 14.95Pepperoni, sliced sausage, crisp red onions, Italian roasted peppers, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic.

prosciutto & arugula | 16.95Proscuitto di Parma, wild arugula, ricotta, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our house-made pesto sauce.

andrea’s specialty | 15.95Grilled chicken, prosciutto di Parma, spinach, roma tomatoes, and gorgonzola cheese, with extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic.

spinach & artichoke | 16.95spinach, artichoke hearts, all-natural mozzarella cheese and roasted garlic, in a creamy Alfredo sauce.

claMs casino | 18.95Fresh clams, prosciutto di Parma, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, with fresh basil and chili pepper.

Quattro ForMaggio | 15.95Ricotta, mozzarella, romano, and gorgonzola cheeses, with garlic and extra virgin olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil.

Margherita | MediuM 14.95 large 18.95Vine-ripened roma tomatoes, fresh basil, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic.

greek | MediuM 15.95 large 19.95Spinach, black olives, roma tomatoes, all-natural mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic.

prosciutto | MediuM 17.95 large 21.95Fresh roma tomatoes, sweet basil, thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma reserve, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic.

caprese | MediuM 17.95 large 21.95Fresh buffalo mozzarella, roma tomatoes, sweet basil, and fresh garlic, with all-natural mozzarella cheese and our homemade pizza sauce.

chicken rustica™ | MediuM 16.95 large 20.95

Spinach, roma tomatoes, chicken, basil, feta cheese, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic.

pesto chicken | MediuM 17.95 large 21.95Grilled chicken, spinach, feta cheese and all-natural mozzarella cheese, in our house-made pesto sauce.

Manhattan | MediuM 15.95 large 19.95Sliced Italian sausage, roasted peppers, white onions, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce.

Mulberry™ | MediuM 15.95 large 19.95

Crumbled spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, beef, and all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce.

italian Works™ | MediuM 16.95 large 20.95

Sliced Italian sausage, pepperoni, roasted peppers, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce.

Hand-tossed, coal-fired pizza made from the finest ingredients. Half-and-Half Pizza: Toppings added to half of a pizza will be charged at full price.Medium 12” serves 1-2 / Large 16” serves 2-4

coal-Fired new york-stylespecialty pizza

gluten-freeavailable12” only

neW york village | MediuM 17.95 large 21.95Crumbled spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, beef, mushrooms, black olives, roasted peppers, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce.

heart-healthy veggie™ | MediuM 16.95 large 20.95

Fresh spinach, artichokes, mushrooms, roma tomatoes, white onion, sweet basil, all-natural mozzarella cheese and extra virgin olive oil garlic sauce.

vegetarian | MediuM 14.95 large 18.95Fresh spinach, vine-ripened roma tomatoes, roasted peppers, white onion, garden-fresh mushrooms, black olives, garlic, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce.

prosciutto & egg | MediuM 17.95 large 21.95Prosciutto di Parma, farm-fresh eggs with all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce, sprinkled with sweet basil.

buFFalo chicken | MediuM 16.95 large 20.95Spicy chicken, red onions, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce and spicy hot sauce.

brooklyn special | MediuM 16.95 large 20.95Crumbled spicy Italian sausage, Italian roasted peppers, ricotta cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

broadWay special | MediuM 16.95 large 20.95Premium bison beef, Italian sausage, proscuitto di Parma, red onions, withour homemade pizza sauce, and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

Our pizzas are baked in a coal-fired oven at 1,000˚F temperature and are typically lightly charred and well-done.

Xl 28” party™

pizza Perfect for a birthday, lunch, or any special occasion. Serves 8 to 10 people.

cheese only | 34.95 additional toppings (each) | 5.00

ny-style pizza Hand-tossed pizza baked in a coal-fired oven. Half-and-Half Pizza: Toppings added to half of a pizza will be charged at full price.

MediuM 12” | 13.95 serves 1-2Medium price per topping 2.00

large 16” | 15.95 serves 2-4Large price per topping 2.95

additional toppings

anchoviesangus beeFartichoke heartsbison beeFblack olives buFFalo Mozzarella canadian baconcruMbled spicy italian sausageeggplant

eggs eXtra MozzarellaFeta cheeseFresh basil gorgonzola cheesegrilled chickenJalapeños kalaMata olives Meatballs MushrooMs

arugulaspinach pepperoni pineapple portobello MushrooMs prosciutto di parMa red onions ricotta cheese

roasted peppers roMa toMatoes roMano cheesesliced italian sausagesopressata salaMi sun-dried toMatoes White onions

create-your-oWncoal-fired

calzones neW york | 10.95Ricotta cheese, Canadian bacon and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

stroMboli | 10.95Pepperoni, Italian sausage, fresh mushrooms, black olives, bell peppers and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

greek calzone | 10.95All-natural mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, fresh spinach, tomatoes and garlic.

create-your-oWn | 10.95Up to 4 toppings* of your choice, mozzarella included. *Choose your toppings from the list above.

coal-Fired

Stuffed, folded and baked in a coal-fired oven. Served with a side of Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

gluten-freeavailable12” only

chef russo learned the importance of fresh ingredients while picking home-grown herbs and vegetables in the family’s backyard garden.

it’s all in the ingredients.olive oilAll of our menu items are prepared with award-winning cold press Sicilian volcanic extra virgin olive oil D.O.P. Sicily, Italy.

vegetablesChef-selected fresh produce from farmers’ markets.

fresh doughOur pizza dough is handmade fresh daily, using extra virgin olive oil and premium flour with no additives or preservatives – 100% naturally good.

cheeseProduced exclusively for Russo’s, our premium 100% mozzarella cheese is all-natural with no additives. High in calcium and a good source of protein.

toMato saucesOur sauces are crafted from hand-picked tomatoes that are hand-crushed and full of extraordinary flavors. And, in keeping with our traditional family values, our sauces contain no additives or preservatives.

balsaMic salad dressingPrepared with D.O.P. extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar, Chianti red wine and Italian herbs.

caesar dressingThis is the real deal! House-made using D.O.P. extra virgin olive oil, roasted garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovies, and aged reggiano cheese.

balsaMic vinegarWe proudly pour Il Modini “Balsamico” estate-aged Montegibbio di Modena. Wine vinegars aged between 5 to 25 years are a highly sophisticated condiment and a great digestive.

sandwiches | fresh pastas | ho

use specialties

piadina sandWich Thin and crispy Italian flatbread baked in our coal-fired oven.

flatbread

chicken portobello | 8.95Grilled chicken, sautéed fresh spinach, Portobello mushrooms and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

eggplant parMesan | 8.95Layered fresh eggplant with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce, fresh basil and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

caprese & arugula | 8.95Fresh mozzarella, peppery arugula, sweet basil, crisp red onions, tasty roma tomatoes and Sicilian extra virgin olive oil.

little italy Flatbread | 8.95Prosciutto di Parma, sopressata salami, mortadella, provolone cheese, roma tomatoes, red onions, and romaine lettuce, with olive dressing.

Meatball parMesan | 8.95Homemade Italian meatballs and all-natural mozzarella cheese, with Chianti-braised meat sauce.

pollo lucia | 8.95Grilled chicken, sautéed spinach, red onions, Italian roasted red peppers, and all-natural mozzarella cheese, in a house-made pesto sauce.

chicken parMesan | 8.95Breaded chicken breast, Russo’s homemade marinara sauce, sweet basil, and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

spaghetti | 10.95Your choice of Russo’s famous meatballs or spicy Italian sausage.

spaghetti aMatriciana | 10.95Spaghetti pasta, prosciutto di Parma and roasted garlic, with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

pasta poModoro | 8.95Angel hair pasta, fresh basil, olive oil, and fresh garlic, with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

geMelli carbonara | 10.95Thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma, crisp red onions, garlic, with romano cream sauce.

gnocchi al pesto | 11.95Homemade potato pasta topped with house-made pesto sauce and romano.

cannelloni | 11.95Rolled fresh pasta stuffed with spinach, chicken, all-natural mozzarella cheese, topped with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

paglia e Fieno | 10.95Spinach pasta tossed with semolina pasta, prosciutto, peas, and Portobello mushrooms in a pecorino cream sauce.

ravioli al rosso | 12.95Cheese ravioli topped with fresh basil and vodka marinara sauce.

chicken al pesto | 11.95Grilled chicken with house-made pesto sauce, romano cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts, over penne pasta.

Fettuccine alFredo | 11.95 Fresh fettuccine swirled in a light garlic cream sauce with a sprinkling of aged pecorino romano cheese.

gnocchi bolognese | 11.95Homemade potato pasta topped with fresh Chianti bolognese meat sauce.

chicken puttanesca | 12.95Penne pasta, chicken, kalamata olives, roma tomatoes, garlic, capers and basil, with a spicy anchovy marinara.

penne Mediterranean | 10.95Spinach with penne pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, premium feta cheese and Sicilian extra virgin olive oil, in freshly prepared garlic sauce.

lasagna | 11.95Fresh pasta delicately woven with Chianti-braised meat sauce, basil, premium ricotta and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

Fresh pastas All Russo’s pastas are made fresh in our kitchen and cooked with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt.

baked ziti | 9.95Penne pasta, ricotta cheese, all-natural mozzarella cheese, pecorino romano, sweet basil, with russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

pastaavailable inMultigrain &gluten-FreeAsk your server.

eggplant parMesan | 13.95Fresh eggplant, all-natural mozzarella and romano cheese and basil, on a bed of fresh spaghetti with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce.

chicken Marsala | 14.95Succulent chicken with Portobello mushrooms over fresh fettuccine pasta, in a decadent floral Marsala wine sauce.

chicken parMesan | 14.95Seasoned breaded chicken, all-natural mozzarella and grated romano cheeses, fresh basil and Russo’s homemade marinara sauce, served over a generous helping of spaghetti.

chicken picatta | 13.95 Succulent chicken, Portobello mushrooms, capers, and sun-dried tomatoes over freshly prepared fettuccine, in a lemony garlic white wine sauce.

chicken Milanese | 14.95Breaded chicken pan-seared with capers, fresh roma tomatoes, gorgonzola cheese, white wine lemon garlic sauce on bed of fresh arugula.

veal parMesan | 16.95Seasoned breaded veal in Chianti-braised meat sauce with all-natural mozzarella cheese, served with fresh pasta.

veal gorgonzola | 17.95Tender veal sautéed with Portobello mushrooms in a gorgonzola cream sauce, atop angel hair pasta.

russo’s roasted peppers | 13.95Stuffed roasted peppers with risotto, pine nuts, beef, romano cheese, fresh basil, house-made pesto sauce and gemelli pasta.

chicken saltiMbocca | 15.95Tender chicken, prosciutto di Parma, imported provolone, and spinach over fresh fettuccine pasta, in a white wine sauce.

tortellacci | 15.95Braised veal and beef-stuffed pasta, fresh garlic, mushrooms and prosciutto di Parma, topped with a divine Marsala cream sauce.

house specialties Our made-to-order, signature dishes are inspired by our Italian roots.

nona’s eggplant | 14.95eggplant stuffed with Italian sausage, mushrooms, romano cheese, baked in a coal-fired oven. served with pasta.

pastaavailable inMultigrain &gluten-FreeAsk your server.

As a child, Chef Russo perfected rolling dough around a broom handle...

...to form the perfect cannoli shells under the careful guidance of

his grandma Caramagna.

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d specialties | brunch | desserts

seaFood specialtiespasta san Marco | 16.95 Tender chicken, shrimp, Portobello mushrooms and fresh roma tomatoes, served with vodka tomato cream sauce over fettuccine pasta.

shriMp Florentine | 16.95 Shrimp, mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, with lemon garlic wine sauce over spinach pasta.

claMs al cartoccio | 15.95 Spaghetti pasta with fresh clams, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes and garlic, baked in a coal-fired oven.

spaghetti di Mare | 18.95Fresh shrimp, clams, mussels and calamari, swirled together in a spicy Pinot grigio marinara sauce and served over freshly prepared spaghetti.

shriMp Fra diavolo | 16.95Fresh jumbo shrimp over angel hair pasta, in a spicy marinara sauce.

shriMp tortellini | 16.95 Shrimp sautéed with roma tomatoes, in gorgonzola tomato cream sauce.

lobster ravioli | 18.95 Fresh Maine lobster-stuffed ravioli and roma tomatoes, in a rich mascarpone tomato cream sauce.

Our fresh selection of seafood specialties is sure to please.

italian brunch Served Saturday & Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

italian-style French toast | 6.95Decadently filled with creamy Nutella chocolate.

Frittata di pasta | 7.95Freshly prepared angel hair pasta, romano cheese, pine nuts, fresh Italian parsley and imported Genoa salami.

Frittata di verdura | 7.95Chef-selected zucchini and Portobello mushrooms, ricotta and black pepper.

spinach & Feta oMelet | 7.95Served with a side of roasted potatoes.

eMpire stack pancakes | 6.95Our stack of fluffy buttermilk pancakes, topped with fresh fruit and served with maple syrup.

crespelle priMavera | 7.95Filled with ricotta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, topped with tomato cream sauce.

nutella hazelnut crespelle | 7.95With Nutella chocolate, fresh strawberries, and bananas, and topped with whipped cream.

create-your-oWn breakFast pizza | 9.9512” only. Served with your choice of pizza sauce, garlic sauce, or pesto sauce. Choose up to 4 toppings; fresh spinach, eggs, salami, proscuitto di Parma, roasted potatoes, bacon, onions, roasted tomatoes, Italian sausage, roasted peppers, and fresh jalapeños.

Flatbread breakFast sandWich | 9.95Scrambled eggs, coal-fired roasted peppers, spicy sausage and provolone.

create-your-oWn oMelet | 8.95Served with potatoes. Your choice of up to 4 toppings, including spinach, feta cheese, Portobello mushrooms, prosciutto di Parma, zucchini, tomatoes, jalapeños, Italian sausage, onions, roasted peppers, artichoke hearts, and sun-dried tomatoes.* Egg white substitute available for all egg dishes.

uova and salsiccia | 9.95Two poached eggs, golden potatoes, crispy prosciutto di Parma and Italian sausage, crumbled over fresh spinach.

bottomless mimosasFresh orange juice infused with Proseco wine

dessert Choose from a variety of our sweet offerings for you to enjoy now, or take it to-go and indulge later.

neW york cheesecake | 6.95Cheesecake so creamy, so smooth, so satisfying, it makes the Statue of Liberty smile.

pistachio cheesecake | 6.95Hand-crafted New York-style cheesecake layered with decadent pistachio cream.

oreo® stack cheesecake | 6.95A luxurious twist on a childhood favorite. A creamy white chocolate cheesecake sprinkled generously with crushed Oreo® cookies.

big chocolate cake | 6.95our colossal chocolate cake is layer upon layer of dark, moist chocolate cake sandwiched with our silkiest smooth chocolate filling, piled high with chunks of cake.

tiraMisu | 6.95House-made with ladyfingers soaked in espresso and Kahlua, layered with fresh mascarpone cheese.

italian cannoli | 3.95An Italian hand-crafted pastry shell filled with fresh ricotta cheese and chocolate.

red velvet cake | 6.95Red velvet cake layered with deep chocolate truffle filling, then filled and frosted with a tangy cream cheese icing.

italian creaM cake | 6.95Sweet cream cake with coconut and pecans and cream cheese frosting.

chocolate italian creaM cake | 6.95 A chocolate take on our classic Italian cream cake.

carrot cake | 6.95Moist carrot cake studded with raisins, walnuts, and pineapple. Finished with smooth cream cheese icing.

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gluten-freecrust

all-naturalPizza sauce

gluten-free pizza

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Chef russo is introducing a gluten-Free Pizza that’s full of flavor. with our passion for freshness and quality, you can now take home the authentic Italian flavors perfected in our restaurants.

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