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We offer the finest Italian Coastal Cuisine flown in fresh daily from Italy in addition to our extensive hand select menu. Hailed as one of the Top 10 dining destinations in the country by USA Today, see what all the talk is about with our delicious meals prepared by one of the top chefs in the country. From inventive salads and "temptations" to start the meal off to fresh seafood, Harris Ranch beef and unique homemade pastas, our choices will please all palates!

Delicious Entrees
   
Delicious Entrees
 
"MENU CONTENTS AND PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE"
 
 
TEMPTATIONS
     
Zuppa di Aragosta - Maine lobster bisque with lemon grass essence and a puff pastry crown
 
9.95
Carpaccio di Tonno - Thinly sliced Premium Ahi Tuna with shaved fennel, baby arugula, watermelon and lemon-horseradish vinaigrette  
9.95
Carpaccio di Bue al Gorgonzola - raw Filet Mignon carpaccio with arugula, crumbled gorgonzola cheese and a Dijon mustard aioli  
10.95
Gamberoni - Five Jumbo shrimp served with spicy horseradish cocktail sauce and a refreshing combination of cucumbers, avocado and fresh chopped tomatoes  
13.75
Bruschetta - Herbed goat cheese, served with marinated tomatoes, a mixed green salad & toasted ciabatta bread  
8.95
Muscoli Gratinati - Baked New Zealand green lip mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, ground almonds, garlic and fresh herbs, a signature dish for 11 years  
11.95
Vongole alla Victoria - Steamed Manila clams simmered in a broth of garlic, chili flakes, parsley & white wine, served with Ciabatta toast  
12.95
Cozze alla Birra - Prince Edward Island Black mussels steamed with Karl Strauss beer, Italian bacon, shallots, red chili flakes, fresh tomatoes and Sonoma goat cheese  
11.95
Prosciutto e Melone - Parma prosciutto with Black Mission fig marmalade, gorgonzola cheese and baby arugula  
11.95
Formagio al Forno - Baked Brie cheese encased in phyllo dough, served with stone fruit and a honey-white truffle sauce  
10.95
Calamari Fritti - Crisp fried calamari served with a choice of spicy harissa aioli or spicy jalapeno sauce  
11.95
   
     
ORGANIC GREENS
 
Pomodoro e Melanzane—Organic tomatoes, grilled eggplant, “Burrata” creamy mozzarella
cheese, bacon, basil and onions caramelized with a “Banyuls” vinaigrette
  11.95
Insalata Savoiarda - Mixed baby greens, grilled pears, gorgonzola cheese, caramelized walnuts tossed with a Champagne vinaigrette   9.75

Insalata Mandarino - Delicate Boston bibb lettuce salad with avocado, tangerine segments, feta cheese and candied almonds in tarragon vinaigrette dressing

  9.75
Insalata Cesare - Acqua's version of the caesar salad with crisp romaine lettuce, asiago cheese and garlic croutons   8.95
Insalata Damaso - Mixed baby greens with new potatoes, tomatoes, pinenuts, goat cheese and a creamy tarragon vinaigrette   8.95
Tecia di Granchio - Warm stacked crab salad layered with avocado, tomatoes, mango, baby arugula, cucumber and a soy-balsamic glaze   14.95
     
Pizza
     
Margarita—Fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, oregano and basil  
8.95
Parma—Parma proscuitto, fontina and gruyere cheeses, arugula and white truffle essence  
11.95
Mediatore—Created by local Real Estate Brokers David Shroedl Sr. and David Shroedl Jr.- Black Tiger Shrimp, artichoke hearts, organic cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and fresh basil  
13.95
Pizza Bianco—Mozzarella, fontina, parmigiana, brie with fresh organic asparagus  
9.95
Americano—Fresh tomato sauce with pepperoni. cremini, shiitake and button mushrooms. mozzarella and parmigiana cheeses  
10.95
Calabrese—Fresh tomato sauce, grilled eggplant, marinated cherry tomatoes,
fresh basil, smoked mozzarella and parmigiana cheeses
 
9.95
     
Entrees
Pollo—Lightly pounded and sautéed free-range chicken breast served atop fonduta whipped potatoes and spinach with your choice of one of the following sauces

Picatta white wine, lemon, butter and capers
Marsala mushrooms and marsala wine
  18.95
Tagine d’Agneau—Braised lamb shank “Tagine” style with Moroccan spices, seasonal organic vegetables, Israeli cous cous and served with a side of spicy harissa  
20.95
Osso Buco di Maiale—“Niman Ranch” pork “osso buco” served over an Umbrian faro and Organic vegetable risotto  
19.95
Quaglie a Beccafico—Roasted Sonoma Quails wrapped with Italian bacon, with a stuffing of spinach, raisins and pine nuts with grilled polenta and a Marsala-mushroom sauce  
20.95
Cappellini al Pomodoro—Angel hair pasta with fresh organic tomatoes, basil & garlic  
14.95
Linguine Arabiatta—Linguine pasta tossed with a spicy combination of Black Tiger shrimp, Italian bacon, garlic, capers, organic tomatoes and chili flakes  
17.95
Ravioli d’Aragosta—Lobster ravioli with tomatoes and a chive lobster beurre blanc   18.95
Buccatini Carbonara—Thick spaghetti pasta tossed with Lump Crab meat, spicy Coppacolla ham, baby peas, caramelized onions, garlic and cream   17.95
Orecchiette con Gamberetti e Broccoli—Orecchiette pasta tossed with spicy shrimp, prosciutto (cured Italian ham), broccoli, white beans, white wine & lemon zest   18.95
Agnolotti con Funghi Porcini e Tartufo Nero — Wild mushroom & black truffle filled Agnolotti with a marsala and porcini mushroom cream sauce   16.95
Ravioli di Zucca—Spinach ravioli filled with organic butternut squash, crushed Amaretti cookies and ricotta cheese then finished with browned butter and sauce sauce   14.95
Penne con Ragu Piemontese—Penne pasta with a Piemontese style meat sauce- (a traditional mixture of beef, veal, pork), white wine and tomatoes   16.95
Mezza Rigate alla Contadina—Rigatoni pasta laced with spicy eggplant, pancetta (Italian bacon),roasted tomatoes, cream and asiago cheese   15.95
Rotolo di Spinachi—Baked rolled pasta stuffed with spinach, swiss-chard, ricotta cheese and finished with Porcini mushroom sauce   15.95
Mac & Cheese—Macaroni pasta with gruyere, cheddar, provolone and mozzarella cheeses, white truffle essence and toasted bread crumbs

With grilled free-range chicken breast 18.95
With Maine lobster meat 20.95
  14.95
     
HOUSE SPECIALTIES
     
Lobster "Pot-Pie" - Acqua's version of a pot pie with half pound Maine lobster tail with baby carrots, organic corn, asparagus, potatoes, green beans & a baked puff pastry crown  
Market Price
Cappa Santa alla Damaso - Jumbo Sea scallops and shrimp with our house-made tomato fettuccine pasta, fresh organic corn and a spicy lobster sauce  
26.95
Bistecca Chiantina - "Brandt Ranch" natural beef New York steak served with gorgonzola cheese "fondute", forest mushrooms, Italian bacon, cipollini onions and whipped potatoes  
28.95
Tutto Mare alla Diavola—Maine lobster tail, shrimp, mussels, clams & calamari tossed with and served over our linguine pasta with a spicy roasted tomato sauce  
33.95
Aragosta e Gamberoni—Maine Lobster tail & Black Tiger Shrimp nestled over spinach and parsnip puree and laced with lobster sauce and white truffle essence   33.95
Brocoletti d' Abbacchio—Oven roasted “Colorado” Lamb chops with herbed breadcrumbs, rosemary roasted potatoes and garlic spinach   32.95
Scampi al Aglio—Baked Black Tiger Shrimp crusted with parmesan breadcrumbs, garlic, white wine and parsley butter, served with baked polenta and organic vegetables   28.95
Ravioli d’Aragosta - Lobster ravioli with tomatoes and a chive lobster beurre blanc  
19.95
Filetto di Bue—Oven roasted Filet Mignon, served over “Fonduta” whipped potatoes with organic vegetables and a fresh green peppercorn sauce  
26.95
     
     
 

 

Parking Validations - Minimum of $25.00 must be spent for each validation given.

 

$4.00 Share Charge for all shared entrees and pastas

18% Gratuity may be added to parties of six or larger

 

Anyone appearing to be under the age of thirty

must have proof of age to consume alcoholic beverages

 

Proprietors - Victoria & Michael McGeath

Executive Chef/Proprietor - Damaso Lee
Chef - Hugo Lee

 
"MENU CONTENTS AND PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE"
 
 

 

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