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Arte Café Menu

  • Takeout Available | Delivery Available
  • Delivery Payment:
    $10 minimum
  • Delivery Hours:
    Mon-Thu, noon-11pm; Fri, noon-midnight; Sat, 11am-midnight; Sun, 10am-11pm
  • Delivery Area:
    63rd St. to 83rd St., Central Park West to Riverside Dr.

prix fixe lunch $12.95

Mon-fri: 12pm-4pm

appetizer
Choice of
Zuppa soup of the day      
Caesar traditional style caesar salad      
Mista field greens, balsamic vinaigrette, radish, carrots      
Cozze al Vino Bianco sautéed mussels in garlic, parsley, white wine      
entrée - panini
Choice of
Amalfitano Sandwich bufala mozzarella, prosciutto di parma, tomatoes and basil      
Panino Alle Melanzane grilled eggplants, goat cheese, pine nuts, basil pesto      
Smoked Turkey & Provolone Sandwich artichokes, mustard, tomatoes      
Caprese Sandwich mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil      
Roasted Chicken Sandwich avocado, lettuce, tomato, basil, mayo      
Pat la Frieda Classic Burger grilled with fries, bacon, choice of cheese      
&Quot; Blt " bacon, romaine lettuce, vine-ripe tomatoes, rosemary aioli      
entrée - pasta
Choice of
Spaghetti Pomodoro crushed san marzano tomatoes, basil      
Fedelini Primavera seasonal vegetables, olive oil, garlic      
Malloreddus pulled lamb ragout, pecorino cheese      
Gnocchi Sorrentina home-made potato dumplings, tomato, basil, mozzarella      
Fettuccine Boscaiola mushrooms, peas, pancetta, pink sauce      
Fusilli Norcia sweet & hot sausage, pink tomato sauce      
Rigatoni con Pollo chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, vodka sauce      
Ravioli stuffed with ricotta & spinach, butter-sage sauce      
Orecchiette ear-shaped pasta with broccoli, sausage      
entrée - secondi
Choice of
Pollo Milanese served with arugula, tomatoes & red onion salad      
Battuta di Pollo chicken paillard, arugula, tomatoes, red onions      
Pollo Piccata sautéed chicken breast in lemon, capers, white wine sauce add       1
Parmigiana di Pollo traditional chicken parmesan, mozzarella, spaghetti, tomato sauce add       2
Bistecca marinated skirt steak, salsa verde, mashed potatoes and carrots add       3
Salmone grilled salmon, butternut squash puree, spinach add       2

dinner

insalate
Mista field greens, radish, carrots, balsamic vinaigrette       8
Caesar traditional style caesar salad       9
Pere E Noci pears, romaine, frisee, gorgonzola, walnuts, walnut-honey dressing       9
Mediterranea greens, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, black olives, chickpeas       10
Chicken Salad baby spinach, avocado, bacon, asparagus, goat cheese, hard-boiled egg, truffle dressing       12
Arugula endive, radicchio, ricotta salata, balsamic vinaigrette       9
Baby Beets       10
antipasti
Zucchine Fritte crispy fried zucchini, spicy tomato sauce       9
Polpette meatballs, tomato sauce       10
Cozze al Vino Bianco sautéed mussels in garlic, parsley, white wine       10
Caprese bufala mozzarella, vine tomatoes, basil       16
Beef Carpaccio baby arugula, shaved parmesan, lemon       13
Polipo grilled portuguese octopus salad, potatoes, caper berries, onions, roasted pepper       14
Calamari Fritti crispy calamari, spicy tomato sauce       12
Tagliere Misto chef selection of imported cheeses, cured meats, mixed olives       15
Crab Cake tartar sauce, avocado       14
Soup       8
pizza
Margherita mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil       13
Parma prosciutto di parma, arugula, shaved parmesan cheese, tomato sauce       14
Bufalina buffalo mozzarella, basil, tomato sauce, arugula, shaved parmesan       15
Verdure zucchini, eggplant, peppers, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes       14
Salsiccia       14
Diavola mozzarella, pepperoni (italian spicy salami), tomato sauce       14
Funghi shitake, oyster & white mushrooms, mozzarella, tomato sauce       14
Bianca speck, gorgonzola cheese       14
Capricciosa ham, artichokes, mushroom, olives, garlic, onion       15
Calzone       14
pasta
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra san marzano tomatoes, burrata cheese, fresh basil       13
Garganelli shrimp, asparagus, grape tomato       18
Fedelini Primavera angel hair pasta, seasonal vegetables, olive oil, garlic       15
Fettuccine Boscaiola mushrooms, peas, pancetta, pink sauce       15
Spaghetti & Polpette spaghetti alla chitarra, classic meatballs       15
Rigatoni Siciliana eggplant, tomato, basil, ricotta salata       15
Malloreddus pulled lamb ragout, pecorino cheese       17
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina homemade potato dumplings, tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella       16
Ravioli di Ricotta & Spinaci homemade ricotta & spinach ravioli, pink sauce       16
Fettuccine Bolognese homemade pasta, rustic meat ragout       16
Orecchiette broccoli rabe, sausage       17
Linguine Alle Vongole clams, garlic, olive oil       17
Rigatoni con Pollo chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, vodka sauce       16
Fusilli Alla Norcia sweet & hot sausage, pink sauce       17
Spaghetti Ai Frutti di Mare assorted seafood, light tomato sauce       19
Lasagna bolognese sauce, béchamel       17
secondi
Parmigiana di Melanzane classic baked eggplants, mozzarella, tomato sauce, parmesan cheese       14
Battuta di Pollo chicken paillard, arugula, tomatoes, red onions       16
Pollo Milanese arugula, tomato, red onions salad       17
Parmigiana di Pollo traditional chicken parmesan, spaghetti, tomato sa       17
Agnello braised lamb shank, chianti sauce, couscous, grilled scallions       20
Pollo Alla Valdostana chicken breast with prosciutto, fontina, sautéed spinach       19
Scaloppine a Piacere veal saltimbocca or parmigiana or marsala or piccata sauce       20
Brasato slow-cooked beef short ribs in chianti wine with parsley mashed potatoes and roots vegetable       19
Salmone Alla Griglia shrimp, spinach, butternut squash puree       18
Bistecca marinated skirt steak, salsa verde, mashed potatoes       18
contorni $6
Broccoli-spinach      
French Beans      
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes      
Mashed Potatoes      
Broccoli Rabe      

prix fixe dinner $14.95

Mon-fri: 4pm-6pm

appetizer
Choice of
Zuppa soup of the day      
Caesar traditional style caesar salad      
Mista field greens, balsamic vinaigrette, radish, carrots      
Cozze al Vino Bianco sautéed mussels in garlic, parsley, white wine      
entree
Choice of
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra crushed san marzano tomatoes, basil      
Fedelini Primavera seasonal vegetables, olive oil, garlic      
Fettuccine Boscaiola mushrooms, peas, pancetta, pink sauce      
Malloreddus pulled lamb ragout, pecorino cheese      
Rigatoni Siciliana eggplant, tomato, basil, ricotta salata      
Tagliatelle Bolognese home-made pasta, rustic meat ragout      
Fusilli Alla Norcia sweet & hot sausage, pink tomato sauce      
Rigatoni con Pollo chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, vodka sauce      
Ravioli homemade ricotta & spinach ravioli, pink sauce      
Orecchiette ear-shaped pasta with broccoli rabe, sausage      
Battuta di Pollo chicken paillard, arugula, tomatoes, red onions add       1
Parmigiana di Melanzane classic baked eggplants, tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan cheese      
Parmigiana di Pollo traditional chicken parmesan, mozzarella, spaghetti, tomato sauce add       2
Pollo Piccata sautéed chicken breast, lemon, capers, white wine sauce add       2
Salmone Alla Griglia spinach, butternut squash puree add       2
Bistecca marinated skirt steak, salsa verde, mashed potatoes, carrots add       3
Pizza Margherita mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil      
Pizza Verdure zucchini, eggplant, peppers, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes      
Pizza Funghi shitake, oyster, white mushrooms, mozzarella, tomato sauce      
dolce
Choice of
Sorbetto      
Gelato      
Tiramisu      
Coffee or Tea      

unlimited drink brunch $16

Enjoy Unlimited champagne, mimosa, screwdriver, Bloody mary, sangria, or Peach Bellini With Your Meal

fruit, salad, waffle etc
Fresh Fruit Salad mixed fruit, citrus dressing       8.50
Caesar con Pollo grilled chicken breast and caesar salad       10.95
Mediterranea cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, black olive and bell pepper       8.95
Brioche French Toast with apple cinnamon sauce       9.50
Golden Malted Waffle fresh fruit, whipped cream and maple syrup       9.50
eggs
Three Eggs and style, Roasted Bacon or Sausage $8.50, (served With Red Pepper and Onion Home Fries and Field greens)
Eggs Benedict       9.95
With Smoked Salmon       10.50
Spinach Omelette with goat cheese       9.95
Mushroom Omelette and Herbs       9.95
Ham Omelette with vermont cheddar cheese       9.95
Prosciutto Omelette with potatoes and onions       10.95
Omelette Primavera onions. carrots, peppers, zucchini       9.50
burgers and sandwiches
Hamburger char-grilled, 100 percent black angus beef       1.95
Cheeseburger char-grilled, american, provolone, gorgonzola, cheddar       12.95
Chicken Sandwich avocado, lettuce, tomato, basil mayo       10.95
Amalfitano Panino bufala mozzarella, parma prosciutto, tomatoes and basil       12.95
&Quot;best blt" bacon, romaine lettuce, vine-ripe tomatoes and rosemary aioli       10.95
Panino Alle Melanzane grilled eggplants, goat cheese, pine nuts, basil pesto       12.95
Mortadella and Provolone classic roman style sandwich       10.95
pasta
Pappardelle Bolognese homemade pasta, rustic meat ragu       15.95
Rigatoni Siciliana eggplant, tomato, basil and ricotta salata       14.95
Ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach, in a vodka sauce       15.95
Rigatoni con Pollo chicken, sun dried tomatoes, vodka sauce       15.95
Fusilli Norcia sweet and hot sausage in a pink tomato sauce       16.95
Orecchiette ear shaped pasta with broccoli rabe, sausage, cheer tomatoes       16.95
Gnocchi Sorrentina homemade potato dumplings, tomato, basil and mozzarella       15.95
Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Polpette organic spaghetti with classic meatballs sauce       14.95
mains
Parmigiana di Pollo traditional chicken parmesan, spaghetti alla chitarra, tomato sauce       16.95
Battuta di Pollo chicken paillard, arugula, tomatoes and red onions       15.50
Pollo Milanese served with arugula, tomatoes and red onions salad       15.95
Salmone grilled salmon, sauté julienne vegetables and roasted potatoes       17.95
Branzino grilled filet striped bass, grilled red peppers, zucchini, eggplant. artichoke       19.50
Steak and Eggs served with pepper and onions home fries and field greens       14.95
pizza
Available At 12 Noon
Margherita mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce and basil       12.95
Parma prosciutto di parma, arugula, parmesan cheese, tomato sauce       13.95
Bufalina buffalo mozzarella, basil, tomato sauce, arugula and shaved parmigiana       14.95
Verdure mushrooms, eggplant, peppers, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes       13.50
Salsiccia smoked provola, sausage, tomato sauce       13.95
Diavola mozzarella, pepperoni, tomato sauce       13.50
Funghi shitake, oysters, white mushrooms, mozzarella, tomato sauce       13.95
contorni
Sausage       4
Bacon       4
French Fries       4.50

just add $16 to any brunch selection

delivery & take out

dolci
Amaretto Tiramisu ladyfinger amaretto flavored       7
Panna Cotta served with amarena cherry sauce       7
Apple Crumb puff pastry served with french vanilla ice cream       8
Cheesecake italian style with amarena cherry sauce       8
Chocolate Mousse served with amarena cherry and whipped cream       8
Affogato al Cafe vanilla ice cream and amaretto cookies topped with a shot of espresso       8
Gelati       (3 scoops) 7
Gelati Flavors option: French vanilla, chocolate, hazelnut, Caramel      
Sorbetti       (3 scoops) 7
Sorbetti Flavor option: Passion fruit, strawberry, orange, Lemon      
bevande
Sparkling Water     (1/2 ltr) 4   ltr 6
Distilled Water     (1/2 ltr) 4   ltr 6
Canned Soda       3
Soda Flavor option: Diet coke, Ginger Ale      
Iced Tea unsweetened       3
San Pellegrino       6
salad & appetizer a la carte
Available Monday Through Friday From 12pm-4pm Only
Zucchini Fritti crispy fried zucchini with spicy tomato sauce       8
Caprese imported bufala mozzarella and vine-ripe tomatoes       15
Carpaccio di Manzo paper-thin filet mignon with arugula and parmigiano       12
Cozze al Fino steamed mussels in a garlic, parsley and white wine sauce       10
Calamari crispy fried calamari with spicy marinara sauce       12
Polipo portuguese octopus with chives, fava beans, cherry tomatoes and new potatoes       14
Tre Amici lucky brand beefsteak tomatoes, red onions, chilled beets and goat cheese       9
Insalata Mediterranea cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, black olives and bell peppers       9
Salad Dressings option: Balsamic vinaigrette, Lemon Dressing, Caesar dressing, Garlic vinaigrette, No dressing      
Spinaci Insalata baby leaf spinach, crispy bacon, sliced mushrooms, and goat cheese. recommended with lemon dressing       9
Salad Dressings option: Balsamic vinaigrette, Lemon Dressing, Caesar dressing, Garlic vinaigrette, No dressing      
Endivia Insalata belgium endive, apples, gorgonzola cheese, and caramelized walnuts. recommended with garlic vinaigrette       9
Salad Dressings option: Balsamic vinaigrette, Lemon Dressing, Caesar dressing, Garlic vinaigrette, No dressing      
Fava Insalata beans, pecorino, chopped tomatoes and grilled baby shrimp. recommended with lemon dressing       9
Salad Dressings option: Balsamic vinaigrette, Lemon Dressing, Caesar dressing, Garlic vinaigrette, No dressing      

delivery & take out - prix fixe lunch

sandwiches
Available Monday Through Friday From 12pm-4pm only. Served With Your Choice of Appetizer. appetizer option: Zuppa (soup of the day), Caesar Insalata, Insalata Mista (choose Dressing options), Cozze al Vino Bianco $1, Insalata Pere E Noci (choose Dressing options) $1, Spinaci Insalata (choose Dressing options) $2, Mediterranea insalata (choose Dressing options) $2. Side Salad Dressings option: Balsamic vinaigrette, Lemon Dressing, Caesar dressing, Garlic vinaigrette, No dressing
Mortadella & Provolone Sandwich classic roman style sandwich       12.95
Caprese Sandwich mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil       12.95
Roasted Chicken Sandwich avocado, lettuce, tomato, and basil mayo       13.95
Davinci Burger char-grilled with fries, bacon & gorgonzola       14.95
Skirt Steak Sandwich with swiss cheese, grilled onions and field greens       15.95
secondi
Available Monday Through Friday From 12pm-4pm only. Served With Your Choice of Appetizer. appetizer option: Zuppa (soup of the day), Caesar Insalata, Insalata Mista (choose Dressing options), Cozze al Vino Bianco $1, Insalata Pere E Noci (choose Dressing options) $1, Spinaci Insalata (choose Dressing options) $2, Mediterranea insalata (choose Dressing options) $2. Side Salad Dressings option: Balsamic vinaigrette, Lemon Dressing, Caesar dressing, Garlic vinaigrette, No dressing
Battuta di Pollo chicken paillard, arugula, tomatoes & red onions       14.95
Pollo Piccata sautéed chicken breast in lemon, capers, butter and white wine sauce       15.95
Parmigiana di Pollo traditional chicken parmesan, spaghetti alla chitarra, and tomato sauce       15.95
Scaloppine a Piacere veal saltimbocca or marsala or piccata sauce       17.95
Scaloppine a Piacere option: Saltimbocca Sauce, Parmigiana sauce, Marsala sauce, Piccata sauce      
Bistecchina marinated skirt steak, salsa verde, mashed potatoes & broccoli       17.95
Branzino coriander crusted striped bass fillet, asparagus and lemon risotto       17.95
Salmone grilled salmon, wild mushrooms, arugula, and shrimp       16.95
Prosciutto di Parma arugula, tuscan pecorino cheese, black olives & fig tapenade spread       14.95
Panino Alle Melanzane grilled eggplants, goat cheese, pinenuts, and basil pesto       12.95
pasta
Available Monday Through Friday From 12pm-4pm only. Served With Your Choice of Appetizer. appetizer option: Zuppa (soup of the day), Caesar Insalata, Insalata Mista (choose Dressing options), Cozze al Vino Bianco $1, Insalata Pere E Noci (choose Dressing options) $1, Spinaci Insalata (choose Dressing options) $2, Mediterranea insalata (choose Dressing options) $2. Side Salad Dressings option: Balsamic vinaigrette, Lemon Dressing, Caesar dressing, Garlic vinaigrette, No dressing
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra crushed san marzano tomatoes, burrata cheese, and basil       12.95
Capellini Primavera angel hair pasta and seasonal vegetables in a light consommé sauce       12.95
Rigatoni Alla Siciliana eggplant, tomato, basil and ricotta salata       14.95
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina homemade potato dumplings, tomato, basil and mozzarella       13.95
Ravioli di Ricotta & Spinaci ricotta & spinach ravioli in a vodka sauce       14.95
Cavatelli Alla Bolognese homemade pasta, and rustic meat ragu       14.95
Orecchiette ear-shaped pasta with broccoli rabe, cherry tomatoes and sausage       14.95
Linguine Alle Vongole manila clams, cherry tomatoes, garlic and olive oil       15.95
Rigatoni con Pollo chicken and sun-dried tomatoes, and vodka sauce       14.95
Fusilli Alla Norcia sweet & hot sausage in a pink tomato sauce       14.95
Capellini Boscaiola angel hair pasta, mushrooms, peas & ham in a pink sauce       14.95
Lasagna with bolognese sauce and béchamel       14.95

delivery & take out - dinner

antipasti
Zucchine Fritte crispy fried zucchini and spicy tomato sauce       9
Cozze al Vino Bianco steamed mussels in garlic, parsley, and white wine       10
Beef Carpaccio baby arugula, shaved parmesan and lemon       13
Calamari Fritti crispy calamari with spicy tomato sauce       12
Crab Cake with tartar sauce and avocado       14
Polpette meatballs in tomato sauce       10
Caprese bufala mozzarella, vine tomatoes and basil       16
Polipo grilled portuguese octopus salad with potatoes, caper berries, onions and roasted pepper       14
Salad Dressings option: Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar dressing, No dressing, Lemon dressing, Garlic vinaigrette      
Dressing Placement option: Salad Dressing on the side, Salad Dressing Mixed in      
Tagliere Misto chef`s selection of imported cheeses, cured meats & mixed olives       15
insalata
Dressing Placement option: Salad Dressing on the side, Salad Dressing Mixed in
Mista Insalata field greens, radish, carrots and balsamic vinaigrette       8
Pera E Noci Insalata pears, romaine, frisee, gorgonzola, walnuts and walnut-honey dressing       9
Chicken Salad baby spinach, avocado, bacon, asparagus, goat cheese, hard-boiled egg and truffle dressing       12
Baby Beets Insalata       10
Salad Dressings option: Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar dressing, No dressing, Lemon dressing, Garlic vinaigrette      
Caesar Insalata traditional style caesar salad       9
Mediterranea Insalata greens, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, black olives and chickpeas       10
Salad Dressings option: Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar dressing, No dressing, Lemon dressing, Garlic vinaigrette      
Arugula Insalata endive, radicchio, ricotta salata and balsamic vinaigrette       9
pizza
Margherita Pizza mozzarella, tomato sauce and basil       13
Bufalina Pizza buffalo mozzarella, basil, tomato sauce, arugula and shaved parmesan       15
Salsiccia Pizza smoked provola, sausage, and tomato sauce       14
Funghi Pizza shiitake, oyster & white mushrooms, mozzarella and tomato sauce       14
Capricciosa Pizza ham, artichokes, mushroom, olives, garlic and onion       15
Parma Pizza prosciutto di parma, arugula, shaved parmesan cheese and tomato sauce       14
Verdure Pizza zucchini, eggplant, peppers, mozzarella and cherry tomatoes       14
Diavola Pizza mozzarella, pepperoni (italian spicy salami), and tomato sauce       14
Bianca Pizza speck and gorgonzola cheese       14
Calzone Pizza stuffed with ricotta, spinach, tomato sauce and mozzarella       14
pasta
Pasta option: Whole-wheat Pasta
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra san marzano tomatoes, burrata cheese and fresh basil       13
Fedelini Primavera angel hair pasta, seasonal vegetables, olive oil and garlic       15
Spaghetti & Polpette spaghetti alla chitarra and classic meatballs       15
Malloreddus pulled lamb ragout and pecorino cheese       17
Ravioli di Ricotta & Spinaci homemade ricotta and spinach ravioli in pink sauce       16
Orecchiette broccoli rabe and sausage       17
Rigatoni con Pollo chicken, sun-dried tomatoes and vodka sauce       16
Spaghetti Ai Frutti di Mare assorted seafood with light tomato sauce       19
Garganelli shrimp, asparagus and grape tomato       18
Fettuccine Boscaiola mushrooms, peas, pancetta and pink sauce       15
Rigatoni Siciliana eggplant, tomato, basil and ricotta salata       15
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina homemade potato dumplings, tomato, fresh basil and mozzarella       16
Fettuccine Bolognese homemade pasta and rustic meat ragout       16
Linguine Alle Vongole clams, garlic and olive oil       17
Fusilli Alla Norcia sweet and hot sausage with pink sauce       17
Lasagna bolognese sauce and béchamel       17
secondi
Parmigiana di Melanzane classic baked eggplants, mozzarella, tomato sauce and parmesan cheese       14
Pollo Milanese arugula, tomato and red onions salad       17
Agnello braised lamb shank, chianti sauce, couscous and grilled scallions       20
Scaloppine a Piacere with choice of sauce       20
Salmone Alla Griglia butternut squash purée, shrimp and spinach       18
Battuta di Pollo chicken paillard, arugula, tomatoes and red onions       16
Parmigiana di Pollo traditional chicken parmesan, spaghetti and tomato sauce       17
Pollo Alla Valdostana chicken breast with prosciutto, fontina and sautéed spinach       19
Brasato slow-cooked beef short ribs in chianti wine with parsley mashed potatoes and roots vegetable       19
Bistecca marinated skirt steak, salsa verde, mashed potatoes and baby carrots       18
contorni
Broccoli       5
French Beans       5
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes       5
Broccoli Rabe       6
Spinach       5
French Fries       4.50
Mashed Potatoes       5

available from 4pm - close

delivery & take out - brunch

pasta
Available Saturday & Sunday Until 4pm
Pappardelle Bolognese homemade pasta and rustic meat ragu       15.95
Whole Wheat Linguine & Polpette organic spaghetti with classic meatballs sauce       14.95
mains $15.95
Available Saturday & Sunday Until 4pm
Pollo Milanese served with arugula, tomatoes and red onion salad      
contorni $5
Available Saturday & Sunday Until 4pm
Sausage      
Bacon      
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