The Poor Italian Ristorante

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For Our Diners with Gluten Sensitivity or Food Allergies:

While our kitchen is not a gluten-free environment, in many cases we are able to modify a dish to suit your specific requirements. A selection of gluten-free pasta is available upon request. Please tell your server about your dietary preferences and they’ll be happy to help you select appropriate menu items. While we are unable to make all of our dishes allergy friendly, we will do our very best to accommodate you whenever possible.



Starters

Mixed Antipasto

24.00
Traditional Italian Cured Meats, Cheese and Mediterranean Olives with Mixed Vegetables

Crispy Cheese Toast (V)

12.00
Thick Slices of Italian Baguette (Stirato) with a Blend of Sharp Cheeses and Mozzarella

Tomato Bruschetta (V)

12.00
Toasted Bread Slices (Crostini) with Tomato, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a Hint of Garlic

Fried Calamari

16.00
Lightly Floured, Deep Fried Calamari with Fresh Lemon

Mixed Seafood Grill (GF)

24.00
Seasoned Calamari - Grilled with Scallops and Black Tiger Prawns with a Hint of Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Fresh Lemon

Prawn PROVENÇAL - (GF)

18.00
Sautéed Tiger Prawns with Garlic, Shallots, Mild Chili Pepper and White Wine-Extra Virgin Olive Oil Reduction

Beef Carpaccio (GF)

18.00
Raw Beef Tenderloin, Sicilian Capers, Baby Arugula, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

WARM OLIVES (V/GF)

10.00
MIXED MEDITERRANEAN OLIVES WITH EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, OREGANO AND GARLIC

Caprese Salad (V/GF)

18.00
Decadent Buffalo Mozzarella with Vine Ripened Tomatoes and Mixed Baby Greens

Caesar Salad

12.00
Traditional Caesar Dressing with Romaine Lettuce, Anchovies and House-Made Croutons

Mixed Green Salad (V/GF)

12.00
Mixed Baby Lettuces, Grape Tomatoes and House Vinaigrette

Pasta

Spaghetti and Meatballs

20.00
Spaghetti with Traditional Home-made Meatballs, Tomato and Basil Sauce

Mixed Seafood Linguine

24.00
Linguine Pasta with Mixed Seafood, Including Prawns, Scallops, Clams and Mussels in a White Wine - Tomato Sauce

Tortelloni with Pancetta and Peas

20.00
Fresh Pasta Filled with Mozzarella, Grana Padano and Mascarpone Cheese in a Delicious Cream Sauce - Topped with Smoked Pancetta and Peas

Tagliatelle with Wild Mushrooms (V)

24.00
Satisfying Dish with Long Tagliatelle Pasta, Local Wild Mushrooms, White Wine, Truffle Oil and Shaved Parmigiano

Classic Linguine with Clams

22.00
Linguine Pasta with Steamed Local Baby Clams, Garlic, White Wine and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Spaghetti Carbonara

20.00
Traditional Recipe with Spaghetti and Beaten Eggs, Smoked Pancetta, Parmigiano Reggiano and Cracked Black Pepper

Nonna's Baked Lasagna

23.00
Fresh Pasta Sheets Layered with Beef Bolognese Sauce, Rich Béchamel, Pecorino Romano Cheese and Melted Mozzarella

Rigatoni with Sausage

20.00
Rigatoni Pasta with Savoury, Lightly Spiced Italian Sausage, Roasted Bell Peppers and Caramelized Onions in Tomato Sauce

Gorgonzola Gnocchi (V)

24.00
One of Chefs Most Decadent Dishes - Potato and Flour Dumplings with Rich Gorgonzola Sauce

Gnocchi with Mushrooms (V)

24.00
Traditional Potato and Flour Dumplings with Mixed Wild Mushrooms, Truffle Oil and Herbs

Linguine with Pesto (V)

19.00
Fresh Basil, Ground Toasted Pine Nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

PAPPARDELLE AND LAMB

24.00
Broad Pappardelle Pasta with Pulled, Braised Lamb, White Wine and Roasted Lamb Jus with Tomato Sauce

Entrées

T-BONE STEAK (GF)

45.00
AAA Alberta Black Angus Beef with Port Wine Reduction - 14 Oz. Cut - Served with Mashed Potatoes and Baby Greens Salad

Grilled Lamb Chops

44.00
Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary Jus Finish

Veal Piccata

29.00
Pan-Seared Veal Scallopini with Capers, Lemon and White Wine Reduction

Veal Marsala

29.00
Veal Scallopini with Mushrooms, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Marsala Wine Reduction

Lemon Chicken Scallopini

28.00
Pan-Fried Chicken Breast Cutlets, Olive Oil and Lemon Reduction with Capers and Herbs

Eggplant Parmigiana (V/GF)

24.00
Layers of Eggplant Baked with Mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano and Fresh Tomato-Basil Sauce

Cioppino

28.00
Traditional Italian Seafood Stew with Tiger Prawns, Clams, Mussels and Fresh Fish Medley
in Hearty Tomato - Seafood Broth

TODAY'S CATCH - PESCE DEL GIORNO

MARKET PRICE ~ Please Ask Your Server About Todays Fresh Seafood Selection

Risotto

Mixed Mushroom Risotto (V/GF)

22.00
Wild Mushrooms, Arborio Rice, Dry White Wine, Truffle Oil and Parmigiano Reggiano

Seafood Risotto (GF)

24.00
Mussels, Clams, Prawns and Calamari with Fresh Fish Fillet, Light Tomato Sauce and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Dessert

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Venetian Chocolate Mousse Cake (GF)

11.00
A Generous Layer of Double Chocolate Mousse Folded Over Rich Flourless Chocolate Cake, Finished with Fresh Berries and Whipped Cream

White Chocolate Cheesecake

10.00
Rich White Chocolate Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust, Fresh Seasonal Berries and Strawberry Coulis

Pecan Pie (GF)

11.00
The Ultimate Sweet Treat - Toasted Pecans and Caramel, Buttery Short Crust Pastry, Whipped Cream and Berries

Tiramisu

9.00
Whipped Mascarpone Creme Anglais, Savoiardi Biscotti, Kahlua, Espresso and Cocoa

Warm Apple Pie

11.00
Deep Dish Apple Pie with Vanilla Gelato and Salted Caramel

Cannoli Crisps

10.00
Cracked Pastry Shell with a Dollop of Lemon Ricotta, Garnished with Chopped Pistachio, Fruit Preserves and Dark Chocolate Shavings - Finished with Frangelico - Chocolate Syrup

Gelato & Sorbetto

Ice Cream Sundae

9.00
Vanilla Gelato, Chocolate drizzle, Whipped Cream, Rolled Wafer Cookie

Lemon Sorbet (GF)

9.00
{Refreshing and Light} Lemon Sorbet
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Chef's menu - january 2021

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Join Us for a Delicious Three-Course Selection of Appetizers, Entrees and Dessert.
Reserve Your Table - 604-251-1122
- $45 Per Person -

PLEASE CHOOSE ONE SELECTION FROM EACH COURSE:


STARTERS

Ahi Tuna

Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna with Sesame Seed Crust, Caper and Green Onion Reduction and Aged Balsamic Vinegar

Caesar Salad

Traditional Caesar Dressing, Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Anchovies, House-Made Croutons and Parmigiano Reggiano

Beef Carpaccio (GF)

Thinly Sliced Raw Beef Tenderloin with Capers, Baby Greens, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Parmigiano

* Vegetarian Option - Tomato Bruschetta

Toasted Bread Slices (Crostini) with Tomato, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a Hint of Garlic

ENTREES

Lobster and Crab Ravioli

Atlantic Lobster and Dungeness Crab in Fresh Sheets of Pasta - Served in Sage and Butter Reduction with Blistered Grape Tomatoes

Lamb Ossobuco

Hearty Slow-Braised Lamb Shank Ragu Served with Saffron Risotto Milanese

Steelhead Trout (GF)

Grilled Pacific Steelhead with Lemon-Caper Sauce - Served with Vegetables and Roasted Potatoes

* Vegetarian Option - Eggplant Parmigiana (V/GF)

Layers of Eggplant Baked with Tomato-Basil Sauce, Mozzarella and Parmigiano

DESSERT

White Chocolate Cheesecake

Classic Baked Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust, Fresh Berries and Strawberry Coulis

Ice Cream Sundae (GF Optional)

Vanilla Gelato with Chocolate Sauce, Whipped Cream and Rolled Wafer Cookie

Poor Italian Tiramisu

Mascarpone Crème Anglais, Savoiardi Biscotti, Kahlua, Espresso & Cocoa

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* Menu items and prices are subject to change without notice and are displayed for informational purposes only.

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(604) 251-1122
Mon - Wed: CLOSED
Thu: 5:00pm - 9:00pm or until closing
Fri: 11:30am - 10:00pm or until closing
Sat: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Sun: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

3296 1st Ave E, Vancouver, BC

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