Rizzuto's Wood-Fired Kitchen & Bar - Permanently Closed

Antipasti

• CombinationUSD 14.95

  two of each meats, cheeses, and vegetables

• Cured Meat & CheeseUSD 15.95

  three meats, three cheeses

• Cheese & VegetableUSD 13.95

  three cheeses, three vegetables

• Stuffed Garlic BreadUSD 5.95

  mozzarella, boursin, pecorino, roasted garlic, marinara side

Cured Meats

Olive tapenade. $5.95 each, all $12.95

• Prosciutto di Parma, Dop

  Parma, aged 18 months

• Hot Sopressata

  La Molisana, Waterbury, CT

• Finocchiona Salami

  La Molisana, Waterbury, CT

Local and Artisan Cheeses

Truffled honey. $5.95 each, all $14.95

• Parmigiano Reggiano, Dop

  cow, aged 30 months

• Fresh Hand-Dipped Ricotta

  cow, Liuzzi, North Haven, on warm crostini with honey

• Gorgonzola

  dolcelatte, cow, Lombardy, aged 2 months

Vegetables

Wood-fired flatbread (gluten free flatbread $4). $4.95 each, all $12.95

• Chickpea Pureé

  toasted sesame seeds, evoo

• Sicilian Eggplant Caponata

• Marinated Grilled Roman Artichoke Hearts

  olive oil & lemon

• Mediterranean Olives

  orange and lemon zest

• Roasted Red Peppers

  evoo, fresh herbs, chili flakes

Appetizers

• Aunt Frieda's Pork RollsUSD 8.95

  With mild Italian sausage, pecorino and garlic. Served warm with tomato and parmigiano dipping sauces

• Garlicky ShrimpUSD 12.95

  jumbo shrimp with garlic cream sauce served in a bread bowl

• Crispy CalamariUSD 11.95

  Rhode Island calamari, hot peppers, marinara, roasted garlic aioli

• Wild Black MusselsUSD 10.95

  garlic, shallots, roasted tomatoes, fresh fennel, white wine and red pepper flake, toasted crostini

• Escargot Al FornoUSD 11.95

  roasted garlic, butter, fresh herbs

• Festival FriesUSD 7.50

  parmigiano reggiano, arrabiata and garlic aioli sauces

• Pan-Seared Jumbo Lump CrabcakeUSD 11.95

  Maryland style, remoulade

• Classic BruschettaUSD 8.95

  wood oven roasted, fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil

• Clams CasinoUSD 11.95

  peppers, onions, bacon, lemon butter, white wine

• Burrata CapreseUSD 9.95

  vine-ripened tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil

• Spicy Chicken Wings

  wood-flamed, gorgonzola dip hot or barbeque

  • (8)USD 7.95
  • (16)USD 14.95

• Rizzuto's Meatballs Al FornoUSD 7.95

  pecorino, marinara, fresh mozzarella

• Pasta FagioleUSD 5.95

Salads

• Organic Baby Field GreensUSD 8.95

  red and green lettuces, grape tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette

  • StarterUSD 4.95

• Chopped Gorgonzola SaladUSD 13.95

  romaine, tomatoes, salami, red onion, olives, artichokes, cucumber, balsamic

• Spinach Garden SaladUSD 11.95

  broccoli florettes, roasted butternut squash, roasted beets, red onion, fresh ricotta pearls, smokey honey dijon vinaigrette

  • StarterUSD 7.95

• Organic Baby ArugulaUSD 11.50

  goat cheese, toasted pecans, grape tomatoes, fresh pear, house-infused pear vinaigrette

  • StarterUSD 7.95

• Rizzuto's Cobb SaladUSD 13.95

  romaine, wood-grilled chicken, gorgonzola, smoked bacon, egg, roasted red pepper, balsamic

• CaesarUSD 8.95

  focaccia croutons, grape tomatoes, traditional caesar dressing, shaved parmigiano reggiano

  • StarterUSD 4.95

Wood-Grilled Salad Additions

• Chicken BreastUSD 3.75

• Organic SalmonUSD 6.50

• ShrimpUSD 6.95

• MeatballsUSD 3.50

• SteakUSD 6.95

Panini & Sandwiches

served with fries or mixed greens salad

• Parmigiano Panini

  breaded and sauteed crispy, tomato sauce, mozzarella

  • ChickenUSD 9.95
  • EggplantUSD 9.50

• The Ultimate Italian PaniniUSD 11.25

  prosciutto di Parma, fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomato, fresh basil, olives, evoo, balsamic, ciabatta

• Vegetariana PaniniUSD 9.95

  grilled eggplant, portobello, roasted peppers, goat cheese, baby arugula

• Grilled Chicken Pesto PaniniUSD 9.95

  roasted peppers, fresh mozzarella

• Rizzuto's Meatball PaniniUSD 9.50

  mozzarella, parmigiano, and tomato sauce

• Grilled Steak Sandwich*USD 13.50

  tenderloin tips, basil aioli, mozzarella, fresh tomato, baby arugula, ciabatta

Wood-Grilled Burgers

served with lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion, pickle, and a choice of fries or mixed greens salad

• Steakhouse BurgerUSD 10.25

  angus beef, brioche bun

• Vermont BurgerUSD 11.95

  cheddar, smoked bacon, barbecue sauce

Build Your Own Pasta

choose and build your favorite combination

Pasta

• Penne

• Mezze Rigatoni

• Spaghettini

• Whole Wheat Penne

• Fettuccine

• Linguine

• Gluten Free

Fresh Pasta

additional $3

• Three Cheese Ravioli

• Cheese Tortelloni

• Cavatelli

• Pappardelle

Sauce

• VodkaUSD 12.95

• PomodoroUSD 11.95

• Al OlioUSD 12.95

• Al FredoUSD 13.95

• Pesto CreamUSD 15.95

• MarinaraUSD 10.95

• BologneseUSD 14.95

Protein Additions

• SausageUSD 1.95

• ShrimpUSD 6.95

• MeatballsUSD 2.50

• Wood-Grilled ChickenUSD 2.95

Vegetable Additions

• BroccoliUSD 1.95

• MushroomsUSD 1.95

• PeppersUSD 1.95

• OnionsUSD 1.95

• Broccoli RabeUSD 3.95

Entrees

• Marsala

  with mushrooms, butter and marsala wine, served over spaghettini

  • ChickenUSD 15.95
  • VealUSD 19.95

• Parmigiana

  breaded and sautéed crispy, topped with marinara and mozzarella, served over spaghettini

  • ChickenUSD 15.95
  • VealUSD 19.95
  • EggplantUSD 13.95

• Francese

  light egg wash and sautéed in a white wine-lemon sauce, served over spaghettini

  • ChickenUSD 15.95
  • VealUSD 19.95

• Wood-Grilled Organic SalmonUSD 18.95

  sautéed baby spinach, citrus oil, roasted potatoes

Side Plates

• Pasta with Vodka SauceUSD 6.95

  choice of pasta

• Pasta with Marinara SauceUSD 5.95

  choice of pasta

• Sauteed Broccoli RabeUSD 6.25

  roasted garlic, hot red pepper

• Chef's Fresh VegetableUSD 5.95

• Gluten Free FlatbreadUSD 4.00

Wood-Fired Neapolitan Pizza

We bake our pies at 800 degrees. There will be slight charring. Please let us know if you wish your pie less cooked

Rizzuto's Cheese Pie

mozzarella and tomato sauce

• Traditional Crust

  • 11" IndividualUSD 9.95
  • 16" LargeUSD 13.95

• Whole Wheat

  • 11" IndividualUSD 1.00
  • 16" LargeUSD 2.00

• Gluten Free CrustUSD 4.00

  individual pizza only

Rizzuto's Cheese Pie - Additions

• Additions #1

  Pepperoni, Mild or Hot Italian Sausage, Rizzuto's Meatballs, Honey-Cured Ham, Smoked Bacon, Sautéed Mushrooms, Sautéed Onions, Baby Spinach, Sautéed Peppers, Fresh Broccoli Florettes, Fresh Tomato, Black Olives, Kalamata Olives, Anchovies, Roasted Garlic, Hot Peppers

  • IndividualUSD 1.75
  • LargeUSD 2.75

• Additions #2

  Extra Cheese, Ricotta Cheese, Shrimp, Chopped Fresh Clams, Grilled Chicken Breast, Artichoke Hearts, Pesto, Sautéed Broccoli Rabe, Soy Mozzarella

  • IndividualUSD 2.75
  • LargeUSD 3.95

Rizzuto's Specialty Pizzas

• Santa Fe

  roasted chicken, black bean-corn salsa, southwest tomato sauce, cheddar and jack cheeses, cilantro, sour cream

  • IndividualUSD 13.95
  • LargeUSD 25.50

• Margherita

  fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil

  • IndividualUSD 12.95
  • LargeUSD 23.95

• Prosciutto Arugula

  fresh mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic, shaved parmigiano reggiano

  • IndividualUSD 13.50
  • LargeUSD 24.95

• White Pizza

  ricotta and mozzarella cheeses with roasted garlic

  • IndividualUSD 11.95
  • LargeUSD 22.95

• Parma

  fresh mozzarella, basil, thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma, evoo

  • IndividualUSD 13.95
  • LargeUSD 25.50

• Barbecued Chicken

  sweet and spicy house-made barbecue sauce, woodgrilled chicken and smoked gouda, finished with fresh cilantro

  • IndividualUSD 12.95
  • LargeUSD 23.95

• Vegetariana

  roasted peppers, sautéed mushrooms, sautéed onions, broccoli and black olives with mozzarella and tomato sauce

  • IndividualUSD 12.95
  • LargeUSD 23.95

• Potato and Bacon

  sauteed scallion, cheddar, mozzarella, fresh rosemary, evoo

  • IndividualUSD 12.50
  • LargeUSD 22.95

• Calabria

  mild or hot sausage, pepperoni, smoked ham, sautéed mushrooms, roasted peppers, roasted garlic, mozzarella and tomato sauce

  • IndividualUSD 13.50
  • LargeUSD 24.95

• North Beach

  choose chopped fresh clams, chicken or shrimp with roasted garlic and smoked bacon, vodka sauce, mozzarella

  • IndividualUSD 13.50
  • LargeUSD 24.95

• Goat Cheese & Sausage

  mild or hot sausage, chevre, tomato sauce, fresh thyme

  • IndividualUSD 12.95
  • LargeUSD 23.95

• Meat Lover's

  Rizzuto's meatballs, mild or hot sausage, pepperoni, smoked bacon with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce

  • IndividualUSD 12.95
  • LargeUSD 23.95

• Pizza Insalata

  tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, chopped organic greens, red onion, basil, balsamic, evoo

  • IndividualUSD 12.95
  • LargeUSD 23.95

• The Dumpster

  tomato sauce, mozzarella with as many toppings as you like

  • IndividualUSD 14.95
  • LargeUSD 26.95

Wine by the Glass & Bottle

Dry Sparkling Wine

• Prosecco, Brut, Amaroso, Veneto, ItalyUSD 9.00

Sweet White & Blush Wines

• White Zinfandel, Beringer, CaliforniaUSD 8.00

• Riesling, Pacific Rim, Columbia Valley, WashingtonUSD 8.00

Light Intensity White Wines

• Pinot Grigio, Vicolo, delle Venezie, ItalyUSD 8.00

• Pinot Grigio, Bollini, Trentino, Italy, IGTUSD 10.00

• Sauvignon Blanc, Clifford Bay, Marlborough, New ZealandUSD 9.00

Medium Intensity White Wines

• Falanghina, Donnachiara, Campania, ItalyUSD 10.00

• Chardonnay, Dark Horse, CaliforniaUSD 8.00

Full Intensity White Wine & Dry Rose

• Chardonnay, Robert Mondavi, Private Selection, CaliforniaUSD 10.00

• Rose, Belleruche, Cotes-du-Rhone, FranceUSD 10.00

Light Intensity Red Wine

• Pinot Noir, Castle Rock, California CuveeUSD 9.00

• Pinot Noir, La Crema, Monterey, CaliforniaUSD 12.00

• Merlot, Clos du Bois, CaliforniaUSD 10.00

• Malbec, Pascual Toso, Mendoza, ArgentinaUSD 9.00

Medium Intensity Red Wines

• Chianti Riserva, L'Oca Ciuca, Tuscany, Italy, DOCGUSD 10.00

• Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Fratelli Barba, "Vasari", Abruzzi, Italy, DOCUSD 9.00

• Super Tuscan, Renieri, "Invetro", TuscanyUSD 12.00

• Cabernet Sauvignon, Guenoc Winery, CaliforniaUSD 8.00

Full Intensity Red Wine

• Cabernet Sauvignon, Firestone Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley, CaliforniaUSD 11.00

• Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Vineyards, Alexander Valley, CaliforniaUSD 14.00

Wine by the Bottle

Dry Sparkling Wine

Listed from milder to stronger

• Prosecco, Prima Perla, 'Traviso', Veneto, Italy, DOCUSD 34.00

• Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Brut, "Yellow Label", Champagne, France, NVUSD 78.00

Light Intensity White Wines

Listed from milder to stronger

• Pinot Grigio, Santa Margherita, Valdadige, Veneto, ItalyUSD 48.00

• Sauvignon Blanc, Estancia, "Pinnacles Ranches", Monterey County, CaliforniaUSD 34.00

• Gavi, Banfi, Vigne Regali, "Principessa Gavia", Piedmont, ItalyUSD 38.00

Medium Intensity White Wines

• Chardonnay, Rodney Strong, Chalk Hill, Sustainably Grown, CAUSD 46.00

Full Intensity White Wine

• Chardonnay, Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUSD 65.00

Medium Intensity Red Wines

Listed from milder to stronger

• Chianti Classico, Ruffino, "Aziano", Tuscany, ItalyUSD 38.00

• Merlot, Markham, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUSD 44.00

• Merlot, J. Lohr, "Los Osos", Paso Robles, CaliforniaUSD 39.00

• Super Tuscan, "Il Ducale Red Label", Ruffino, Tuscany, ItalyUSD 42.00

• Baby Amarone, Masi, Ripasso, "Campofiorin", Veneto, ItalyUSD 40.00

• Super Tuscan, "Le Volte", Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Tuscany, Italy, IGTUSD 61.00

• Syrah, Qupé, "Bien Nacido Vineyard", Santa Maria Valley, CaliforniaUSD 61.00

Full Intensity Red Wines

Listed from fuller to fullest body

• Barolo, Franco Amoroso, Piedmont, Italy, DOCUSD 56.00

• Taurasi, Donnachiara, Campania, Italy, DOCGUSD 52.00

• Super Tuscan, Re di Renieri, Tenuta Renieri, Tuscany, ItalyUSD 72.00

• Super Tuscan, Lucente, Dal Luce, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy, IGTUSD 50.00

• Brunello di Montalcino, L'Oca Ciuca, Tuscany, Italy, DOCGUSD 77.00

• Cabernet Sauvignon, The Hess Collection, 'Allomi Vineyard', Napa Valley, CaliforniaUSD 55.00

• Cabernet Sauvignon, Sequoia Grove, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUSD 62.00

• Cabernet Sauvignon, Frog's Leap, Rutherford, Napa ValleyUSD 82.00

• Super Tuscan, "Promis", Gaja Ca' Marcanda, TuscanyUSD 85.00