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Whether for a business meeting or a casual lunch for two, you get an unparalleled dining experience. From our lighter menu of salads & pastas, to our more filling fare, you will leave with satisfied taste buds! Enjoy our courtyard, cozy indoor or ocean view dining.

Lavish Lunch
   
Lavish Lunch
 
"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 - Thinly sliced 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
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  
11.95
Cozze alla Birra - Prince Edward Island Black mussles steamed with Karl Strauss beer, Italian bacon, shallots, red chili flakes, fresh tomatoes and Sonoma goat cheese  
10.95
Prosciutto e Ficchi - 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 spicy harissa aioli or spicy jalapeno sauce  
10.95
   
     
Sandwiches

Served with a choice of herb fries, organic Italian potato salad or a
petite green salad with Italian herb dressing

 
Tuscan Burger - Grilled half-pound American “Kobe” beef burger with a choice of:

*balsamic glazed onions, gorgonzola cheese, tomato, lettuce and basil aioli
*pancetta, avocado, fontina cheese, lettuce and tomato
*portobello mushroom, mozzarella cheese and grilled jalapeno chili’s
 
10.95

10.95

11.95

Pollo e Prosciutto - Basil pesto marinated and grilled chicken breast with Parma prosciutto (Italian ham), mozzarella cheese, fresh greens, marinated tomatoes and a basil-dijon mustard aioli  
10.95
Panino di Portobello - Grilled portobella mushrooms with balsamic glazed onions, arugula and herbed aioli  
9.95
Panino di Salmone - Grilled Atlantic salmon paillard sandwich with bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato and basil- dijon mustard aioli  
11.95
Lamb Sandwich — Gyros style roasted lamb sandwich with cucumbers, tomatoes, hummus and mustard aioli in pita bread  
10.95
Steak Sandwich — Grilled “Flat Iron” Steak sandwich on Tuscan roll with lettuce, tomatoes,
caramelized onions, mustard aioli and melted fontina cheese
 
10.95
Fish Sandwich — Tempura style fish sandwich with seabass, avocado, daikon sprouts, tomatoes, lettuce and wasabi aioli on focaccia bread   11.95
Meatball Sandwich—Bolognese style warm meatball sandwich with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese   9.95
     
Pizza
10” thin crust Napoli style
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
     
     
Organic Greens
 
Insalata Savoiarda - Mixed baby greens, grilled pears, gorgonzola cheese, and caramelized walnuts tossed with a Champagne vinaigrette  
9.75
Pomodoro e Melanzane—Organic tomatoes, grilled eggplant, “Burrata” creamy mozzarella cheese, bacon, basil and onions caramelized with a “Banyuls” vinaigrette   11.95
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  
7.95
Insalata Damaso- Mixed baby greens with new potatoes, tomatoes, pinenuts, goat cheese and
a creamy tarragon vinaigrette
  8.95
Insalata Mercatale - Acqua’s version of the “Market” chopped salad with romaine hearts, radicchio, tomatoes, bell peppers, gorgonzola cheese, salami, bacon and lemon vinaigrette  
9.95
Insalata Venezia - Crispy semolina crusted calamari tossed with a salad of romaine lettuce, haricot verts, bell peppers, shaved fennel, carrots, lemon zest, fizzled leeks and a citrus aioli dressing  
11.75
Insalata Cobb - Acqua’s version of the classic Cobb salad with smoked chicken, gorgonzola cheese, avocado, Italian bacon, black olives, chopped eggs and tomato with a creamy black peppercorn dressing  
10.95
Tecia di Granchio - Warm stacked crab salad with avocado, tomatoes, mango, baby arugula, cucumber and a soy-balsamic glaze  
14.95
Insalata di Salmone - Peppercorn crusted Scottish salmon served over grilled organic spring vegetables, mixed greens and couscous with a sherry vinaigrette  
16.95
     
Pasta
Linguine Arabiatta - Linguine pasta tossed with a spicy combination of Black Tiger shrimp, Italian bacon, 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
Cappellini al Pomodoro - Angel hair pasta with fresh organic tomatoes, basil & garlic  
14.95
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, crusted Ameretti cookies and ricotta cheese then finished with browned butter and sauce sauce  
15.95
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
     
 
Share Charge - $4.00

 

Entrees are available from our dinner menu for lunch if you should so desire - please ask your server for a menu

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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