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Primi
Primi



Focaccia
Fior di latte, garlic and extra virgin olive oil
$25


Oysters
Natural oysters Sicilian - Napoli, Pecorino and chilli Kilpatrick – Bacon strips and Worcestershire (minimum of three)
$6


Bruschetta Burrata
Crispy crostini topped with burrata, vine tomatoes, red onion, fresh basil, E.V.O.O, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
$29
Vegetarian


Salumi Board Per Due
A traditional Italian selection of cured meats, marinated olives, and fresh bocconcini cheese. add fried olives
$40


Bisteccina Rotolata
Tender rolled beef filled with prosciutto, herbs, shaved parmesan, and rocket, served with a rich red wine jus.
$28


Calamari Fritti
Tender, freshly cut local calamari, served with our house-made aioli. Main meal served with crispy chips and a fresh salad.
$27


Polpettini
Tender meatballs simmered in a rich napoli sauce, served with crusty bread to soak up the sauce, just like Nonna would. A true house favourite!
$27


Cozze
Fresh mussels cooked in a delicate Napoli and white wine sauce, finished with a hint of chilli
$32


Arancini alla Bolognese
Traditional Sicilian-style rice spheres stuffed with homemade Bolognese and mozzarella, lightly crumbed and fried to perfection.
$26



Secondi
All mains served with fresh seasonal greens and potatoes


Veal Cotaletta
Herb-crumbed tender veal, shallow-fried and served with a light creamy white wine mushroom sauce on the side. Seasonal vegetables & baked potatoes. A house favorite!
$36
My New Option
Mushroom sauce $2


Manzo all griglia
Score 4, 300g grass-fed South Gippsland Ranges porterhouse, cooked to your liking, with a choice of red wine jus or homemade garlic herb butter.
$59


Pollo Cordon Bleu
Chicken breast rolled and crumbed filled with provolone cheese, parma and herbed butter, served with garlic sauce on side, baked potato and seasonal vegetables
$39


Pork Saltimbocca alla Romana
Tender pork loin topped with prosciutto and fresh sage, cooked in a delicate white wine sauce, served with baked potato and seasonal greens.
$38


Gamberi In Agrodolce
Australian king prawns in a lemon infused sweet chili sauce served with a citrus crunchy coleslaw.
$42


Gamberi con Sugo di Aglio
Pan fried king prawns in a creamy white wine and garlic sauce, served on a bed of pilaf rice
$42


Pollo Parmigiana
Herb crumbed tender chicken breast, shallow fried topped with mozzarella and napoli sauce
$34



Pasta and Risotto
Pasta and Risotto



Risotto Zucca
Creamy risotto with garden fresh zucchini, sweet summer pumpkin, and baby spinach, finished with parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil.
$32


Risotto con Frutti di Mare
A combination of fresh scallops, mussels, calamari, and prawns, cooked with garden herbs and white wine, served with a creamy risotto in a light Napoli white wine sauce.
$40


Gnocchi ai Tre Formaggi
Soft potato gnocchi in a creamy sauce of cacio e pepe, pecorino, and gorgonzola. GF Gnocchi available | 5
$35
Vegetarian


Linguine alla Pescatore
Seafood medley of king prawns, mussels, scallops, calamari, and whole Morton Bay bug, all simmered in a rich, velvety white wine Napoli sauce.
$49


Spaghetti con Polpettini
House-made authentic Italian meatballs, simmered in a rich Napoli sauce for a truly comforting dish.
$34


Fettuccine Carbonara
Crispy pan-fried bacon strips with egg, freshly grated Parmesan, spring onions, and a touch of cream.
$34


Tagliatelle Alfredo con Pollo
Tagliatelle with tender chicken, sundried tomatoes, and spinach, tossed in a light white wine cream sauce
$32


Penne alla Siciliana Piccante
Penne pasta with tender pork sausage, spicy nduja, cherry tomatoes, and creamy mascarpone, all simmered in a rich Napoli sauce.
$35



Contorni



Insalata di Rucola
Rocket, pear & Parmesan with balsamic drizzle.
$16
Gluten free


Insalata Italiana
A simple Italian salad with fresh lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and onion. White vinegar Dressing onside
$15
Gluten free


Patattini Fritti
Crispy, golden-brown small potatoes, seasoned with garlic, rosemary & E.V.O.O
$14


Beer Battered Chips
$13


Caprese Salad
Fresh buffalo mozzarella, garden-grown basil, and tomatoes, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
$19



PIZZA
PIZZA



Margherita
Napoli sauce, Fior di latte mozzarella, and fresh garden basil.
$26
Vegetarian


Capricciosa
Napoli, Fior di Latte, Sliced Leg Ham, Olives, Mushroom, Anchovies, and Marinated Artichoke
$28


Calabrese
Napoli, Fior di Latte, Hot Salami, Olives, Red Capsicum, and Oregano
$28


Ortolana
Basil Pesto, Fior di Latte, Roasted Zucchini, Pumpkin, Red Peppers, Red Onion, and Sautéed Spinach
$28
Vegetarian


Zucca
Basil Pesto, Fior di Latte, Spinach, Roasted Pumpkin, Caramelized Onion, & Crumbled Feta
$27
Vegetarian


Siciliana
Napoli, Fior di Latte, Pork Sausage, Potato, Caramelized Onion, Fresh Roquette, Parmesan, and a Hint of Chilli.
$28


Houdini's Special
Homemade basil pesto, fior di latte, roasted potatoes, sweet caramelized onions, and fresh cherry tomatoes
$27
Vegetarian


Pollo Nazar
Homemade Basil Pesto, Fior di Latte, Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast, Spanish Onion, and Cherry Tomatoes.
$29


Meat Lovers
Napoli, Fior Di Latte, Spicy Pork Sausage, Grilled Marinated Chicken, Salami, and Barbecue Sauce.
$31


Prosciutto
apoli base topped with fior di latte, fresh San Daniele prosciutto, cherry tomatoes, and finished with fresh rocket. A fracesco favourite !
$32



DOLCE
DOLCE



Traditional Tiramisu
Lady fingers dipped in coffee, with layers of luscious mascarpone and chocolate
$22


Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
Served with a mixed berry coulis
$18


Bombolone
Light and fluffy Italian fried donuts filled with crema
$19


Sorbet Misto
Lush lemon and strawberry sorbet, simply delightful and fresh
$13


Affogato
Espresso over vanilla bean ice cream with a shot of frangelico
$15


Crostata di Mele
Warm apple strudel served with ferrero rocher gelato and cream
$15


Torta di Formaggio
Homemade cheesecake
$21


Piatto Di Formaggi
A selection of fine, local and imported cheeses, served with fruit, nuts & crackers
$24


Forbidden Apple
Zuppa Inglese & hazelnut ice-cream with cherry liqueur sponge center covered with white chocolate.


Crema fredda al caffe
Deliciously creamy cold coffee served with biscotti

52-56 Old Calder Hwy, Diggers Rest VIC 3427

Tuesday:

  • Dinner only (from 5:00 PM)

Wednesday to Sunday:

  • Lunch (from 12:00 PM)

  • Dinner (from 5:00 PM)

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