Our Food
Our mission is simple - serve delicious food that you’ll want to eat time after time.
For allergies or dietary requirements ask for more information.
ANTIPASTI-STARTERS
Bruschetta Pomodoro (v)
marinated cherry tomatoes with basil & garlic on toasted ciabatta with mixed leaves
Bruschetta della Casa (v)
chargrilled vegetables with melted goats cheese on toasted ciabatta with mixed leaves
Bruschetta Bufala Verde (v)
buffalo mozzarella, rocket leaves & sun-dried tomatoes on toasted ciabatta with mixed leaves
Polpette Di'avolo
a bowl of Carmela's famous meatballs in a spicy tomato sauce served with hot ciabatta
Cozze Marinière (gf)
fresh Scottish mussels simmered in white wine, tossed in a creamy sauce with onions and garlic butter
Cozze Provençal (gf)
fresh Scottish mussels simmered in a rich spicy tomato sauce with a dash of white wine and garlic butter
Gamberoni (gf)
fresh butterfly king prawns pan-fried in garlic butter with a splash of white wine, served with mixed leaves
Antipasto Misto (gf)
buffalo mozzarella, prosciutto, sun-dried tomatoes, olives & grilled mediterranean vegetables
(gf-gluten free, v-vegetarian, n-contains nuts)
INSALATA
Available to upgrade to a main size
+ add chicken
/
bacon
Caesar Salad (gf exc.croutons)
romaine lettuce, grated parmesan, garlic croutons & *house caesar dressing (*contains anchovy)
+ add chicken
/
bacon
Niçoise Asparago (gf)
tuna, new potatoes, egg, tomatoes, lettuce, olives & asparagus with house dressing
Rucola e Parmigiano (gf,v)
wild fresh rocket (arugala) leaves, shaved parmesan & a generous drizzle of olive oil
Pollo Rustica (gf,n)
chargrilled chicken, buffalo mozzarella, spinach, beetroot, pine nuts and cherry tomatoes with a balsamic glaze
Estiva (gf)
baby spinach, crayfish, crumbled goats cheese, marinated tomatoes & olive oil
Caprese (v,gf)
campania bufallo mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, basil & a drizzle of olive oil
(gf-gluten free, v-vegetarian, n-contains nuts)
PASTA
Gluten free and wholewheat options available (gf/wo)
Spaghetti Pomodoro e Basilico (v,gf/wo)
a simple pasta with the freshest tomato sauce, basil & garlic
Spaghetti Bolognese (gf/wo)
a rich ragu of scotch beef in tomato sauce with garlic
Spaghetti Carbonara (gf/wo)
pan-fried bacon, cream, butter, parmesan & wine
Spaghetti Frutti di Mare (gf/wo)
fresh mussels, king prawns & clams in tomato sauce with chilli, garlic & wine
Spaghetti Polpette (gf/wo)*
Carmela's home-made meatballs, tomato sauce & garlic
Spaghetti Alio Olio Alice (n,gf/wo)
chicken, broccoli, pine nuts, chilli, garlic, parmesan & olive oil
Penne Arrabiata (v,gf/wo)
the 'angry pasta' - a spicy tomato sauce with plenty of garlic & chilli
Penne alla Fiorentina (v,gf/wo)
baby spinach sauteed in garlic with tomato sauce & melted mozzarella
Penne alla Contadina (gf/wo)
wild mushrooms, chicken, cream, parmesan, butter & white wine
Penne Boscaiola (gf/wo)
the Italian 'comfort dish' - chicken & bacon in tomato sauce with basil
Penne Pasta Brown (gf/wo)*
signature - bacon, sausage, mushrooms, bechamel & tomato sauce
Penne Rosso Basilico (v,n,gf/wo)
sun-dried tomatoes, basil, garlic, fresh rocket, parmesan & pine nuts
Penne Siciliana (v,gf/wo)
grilled aubergines, mozzarella, parmesan & garlic in tomato sauce
Fettuccine Funghi (v,gf/wo)
mixed wild mushrooms, cream, white wine, parmesan, butter, garlic & onion
Fettuccine Langoustine (gf/wo)
baby cray fish, fresh dill, butter, wine, béchamel & tomato sauce
Linguine Salmone e Rucola (gf/wo)
smoked salmon, rocket, dill, wine, garlic, béchamel & tomato sauce
Linguine alla Vongole (gf/wo)
baby clams, fresh tomato sauce, chilli, garlic & white wine
Lasagne
Carmela's fresh pasta layered with beef ragu, béchamel & tomato sauce
(gf/wo-gluten free/wholewheat options, v-vegetarian, n-contains nuts)
*meatballs and sausage contain breadcrumbs
CHILDREN'S PORTIONS AVAILABLE!
PIZZA
Thin crust and personal size made with Italian type '00' flour
Margherita (v)
the classic - created for the queen of Naples - tomato, mozzarella & oregano
La Reine
ham, wild mushrooms, olives, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Napoletana
anchovies, olives, capers, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Quattro Formaggi (v)
tallegio, gorgonzola, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato & oregano
Rucola e Parmigiano (v)
rocket, parmesan, olives, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Pasta Brown
pepperoni, bacon, wild mushrooms, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Frutti di Mare
the seafood one - baby clams, cray fish, anchovies, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Roma Basilico (v)
sun-dried tomatoes, red onions, chilli, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Piccante
the hot one - pepperoni, chilli, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Prosciutto e Rucola
parma ham, rocket, tomato, mozzarella & oregano
Extra toppings
add chicken, bacon, pepperoni or crayfish, prosciutto
(v-vegetarian)
CARNE E PESCE
Meat & Fish
The 'Italian' Burger
Carmela's meatballs, bacon, grilled vegetables & melted mozzarella on toasted garlic ciabatta, served with house fries and a napoli dip
Porchetta Stincotto (gf)
a 'fall off the bone' ham shank served with crushed new potatoes, buttered spinach and garlic butter
Escalope Milanese
breaded fillet of chicken served with spaghetti pomodoro or mixed leaves
Pollo Funghi (gf)
chicken breast pan fried in butter with a creamy, white wine & mushroom sauce served with rocket & parmesan
Pan-Fried Sea bass (gf)
tender fillet of sea bass pan fried in garlic butter and white wine served on a bed of new potatoes, cherry tomatoes and spinach.
Dynamite Chicken (n, gf)
an 'Italian' stir-fry...chicken, spinach, broccoli, mediterranean vegetables & pine nuts with our hot sauce!
Rib-Eye Steak (gf)
chargrilled aged rib-eye, beautifully tender, served with fresh rocket & house fries
ASK ABOUT OUR DAILY SPECIALS
(n-contains nuts, gf-gluten free)
PANE
Bread, perfect for sharing
Ciabatta bread & butter (v)
Ciabatta garlic bread (v)
Ciabatta garlic bread with mozzarella (v)
Ciabatta garlic bread with mozzarella and tomato (v)
SIDE ORDERS (v)
Pomodoro e Cipolla (gf)
tomato & red onion salad with an olive oil & balsamic glaze
Insalata Verde (gf)
mixed green leaves, spinach & broccoli drizzled with our house vinaigrette
Insalata Mista (n,gf)
mixed leaves, tomatoes, toasted pine nuts & parmesan tossed in our house vinaigrette
Mixed Vegetables (gf)
New potatoes (gf)
Marinated olives (gf)
(gf-gluten free, v-vegetarian, n-contains nuts)
DOLCE e DIGESTIFS
Desserts & After dinner drinks
Torta di Mele
chunky apples & sultanas in warm pastry with vanilla gelato
Torta di Formaggi
classic new york baked cheesecake on a biscuit base with vanilla gelato
Torta di Cioccolato
heavenly chocolate fudge cake served warm with vanilla gelato
+(contains soya, coconut milk & mixed nuts)
Vegan Chocolate Coconut Torte (gf, v, n)
a rich & velvety torte served with vegan vanilla ice-cream
+(contains soya, coconut milk & mixed nuts)
Tiramisu (family recipe)
'The Italian trifle' - mascarpone, biscotti, cocoa & marsala wine
Bannoffee Pie (family recipe)
a 'PB' favourite - simply bananas, toffee, biscuits & cream
Amaretti Strawberries & Cream (n)
fresh strawberries drenched in cream, topped with crushed amarettis
House brandy
Digestifs
Limoncello / Baileys / Grappa / Sambuca / Amaretto
House brandy
GELATO e SORBET
Ice-creams & Sorbet - all gluten free
Vegan vanilla (contains soya)
Vanilla pods or chunky choc chip
(child's portion available)
Vegan vanilla (contains soya)
Sicilian lemon sorbet (lactose free)
(child's portion available)
Affogato (n)
a shot of rich espresso coffee served with a scoop of vanilla gelato
(n-contains nuts, gf-gluten free)
RED WINE
175ml / 250ml / Bottle
House - Rosso della casa [Venezia, Italy]
medium bodied, velvety taste, light fruit finish
Chianti [Toscana, Italy]
ruby red, harmonious, dry
Montepulciano [Abruzzo, Italy]
dry blend, fruity, light finish
Malbec Don Aparo [Mendozza, Argentina]
flavours of berry and plum, excellent with red meat
Valpolicella Classico Doc [Venezia, Italy]
full bodied, dense flavour, warm bouquet
WHITE WINE
175ml / 250ml / Bottle
House - Bianco della casa [Venezia, Italy]
well balanced, harmonic taste, dry
Pinot Grigio Cabert Doc [Friuli, Italy]
strong, aromatic fragrance; soft, dry taste
Gavi di Gavi [Italy]
pleaseantly crisp with hawthorn, floral & fruit aromas
Chardonnay Cabert [Friuli, Italy]
fruity, elegant and mineral-fresh
Sauvignon Blanc [Italy]
tones of elderflower & gooseberry with a soft finish
ROSÉ WINE
175ml / 250ml / Bottle
Rosé Classico Doc [Veneto, Italy]
pale, rosy pink colour with a light & fruity bouquet
Pinot Grigio Blush [Friuli, Italy]
fresh, aromatic flavour with soft fruit hues
BUBBLES
125ml / Bottle
Prosecco Contarini Brut [Veneto, Italy]
pale colour, lightly scented, lovely and fresh
Prosecco Valse Rosa [Veneto, Italy]
pale salmon pink colour, extra dry
COCKTAILS
Prosecco Bellini [125ml]
The Venetian classic - Prosecco & peach pureé
Prosecco Royale [125ml]
A twist on this French classic - Prosecco with crème de cassis [blackcurrant]
Aperol Spritz [250ml]
The Italian aperitif - Prosecco-Aperol-soda & orange slice
HOUSE SPIRITS
25ml / 50ml
Gin / Vodka / Whisky [mixer extra]
BIRRA - BEER
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 330ml [5.2%]
Moretti 330ml [4.6%]
Alcohol Free lager 330ml [0.0%]
Peroni Nastro Azzurro Gluten Free 330ml [5.1%]
SODAS
Coke / Diet Coke / Coke Zero / Sprite / San Pellegrino orange & limonata / Tonic Water
SUCCHI DI FRUTTA - FRUIT JUICES
Fresh Orange / Cloudy Apple / Cranberry / Tomato
ACQUA MINERALE - WATER
500ml
Naturale / Frizzante
CAFFÉ e TÉ - COFFEE & TEA
(Decaffeinated coffee available)
Cappuccino
Espresso
Macchiato
Cafe latté
Americano
Tea-English Breakfast/Green/Fresh mint/earl grey
For allergies or dietary requirements please ask us for more information.