The Village Italian Restaurant Menu
Welcome to The Village Italian Restaurant, where authentic Italian cuisine comes to life in Novato, California. Renowned for its delectable pizzas, this casual eatery caters to families and groups, making it a perfect spot for lunch or dinner.
Highlights from the menu include:
- Salads like the refreshing Grilled Chicken Salad and classic Caesar, which are perfect starters.
- Pastas such as the creamy Spaghetti Carbonara, showcasing rich flavors that delight the palate.
- Specialties like the Spinach & Roasted Garlic Ravioli and Chicken Parmigiana, both cooked to perfection and served with warm, fresh baked bread.
Whether you're dining in their cozy indoor space or enjoying heated outdoor seating, The Village Italian Restaurant offers a welcoming ambiance and attentive service. With options for takeout and delivery, good vegetarian choices, and a full bar, it’s an ideal place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Come and savor the culinary magic!
Starters
Bowl Soup of the Day
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Calamari
Lightly Battered | Served with House-Made Tarter
Cup Soup of the Day
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Hot Wings
House-Made Sweet and Spicy Sauce or Buffalo Sauce
Pasta Bread
Topped with House-Made Garlic Butter
1/2 Chips
1/2 Pesto 1/2 Garlic Chips
Pizza Skins
Thin Crust Topped with Mashed Potatoes | Mozzarella | Bacon | Scallions
House Salad
Cherry Tomatoes | Croutons | Mozzarella | Romaine Lettuce
Caeser Salad
Romaine | Parmesan | Croutons | Tossed in House-Made Caesar Dressing | Side of Garlic Toast
Grilled Chicken Salad
Romaine | Kalamata Olives | Cherry Tomatoes | Onions | Bacon | Honey Mustard Dressing
Cobb Salad
Romaine | Cherry Tomatoes | Olives | Egg | Crumbled Bleu Cheese | Avocado | Bacon | Grilled Chicken | Blue Cheese Dressing
Shrimp Louie Salad
Cherry Tomatoes | Black Olives | Egg | White Gulf Shrimp on Romaine | House-Made Thousand Island
Italiana Piadini
Artichokes | Cherry Tomatoes | Onions | Mushrooms | Parmesan | Salami | Romain Tossed with Creamy Pesto
Small Caeser
Romaine | Parmesan | Croutons | Tossed in House-Made Caesar Dressing
Caeser With Salmon
Romaine | Parmesan | Croutons | Tossed in House-Made Caesar Dressing | Grilled Wild Caught Salmon
Salads
Pastas
Penne with Italian Sausage
Tomato Chianti Sauce
Linguine with Clams
Olive Oil | Garlic Butter | Basil | Garlic | White Wine
Spaghetti Carbonara
Creamy Parmesan and Egg Sauce | Bacon | Black Pepper
Spinach & Roasted Garlic Ravioli
Chicken Breast | Sundried Tomatoes | Prosciutto | Lemon Sage Cream | Served with Fresh Baked Bread
Chicken Parmigiana
Tender Chicken Breast Lightly Breaded | Baked with Marinara and Mozzarella | Sautéed Vegetables | Pasta | Served with Fresh Baked Bread
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Breast Sautéed with Marsala Wine | Garlic | Mushrooms | Sautéed Vegetables | Pasta | Served with Fresh Baked Bread
Lasagna Bolognese
MirePoix Beef and Italian Sausage Bolognese | Ricotta, Mozzarella, and Reggiano Cheese
Chicken Piccata
Tender Chicken Breast Sautéed with Lemon-Caper Sauce | Sauteéeted Vegetables | Pasta | Served with Fresh Baked Bread
Grilled Salmon
Topped with Creamy Lemon Caper Sauce | Fresh Seasonal Vegetables | Served with Fresh Baked Bread
Seafood Pasta
Mussels | Calamari | Shrimp | Clams | Chianti Tomato Sauce | Served with Fresh Baked Bread
New York Steak
Fresh Seasonal Vegetable | Herb Butter | French Fries | Served with Fresh Baked Bread
Angus Burger
Served with the Fixings and French Fries
Specialites
Desserts
Bread Pudding
Raisins | cranberry raisens | coconut flakes | cinnamon | served warm with vanilla ice cream
Pizza Puffs
House made dough in small pieces | deep fried | covered in cinnamon and sugar
Di Stephano Farms Seasonal Burrata
California pomegranate seeds | frisée | Concord red grapes | balsamic reduction | pumpkin seed brittle | lemon infused olive oil | served with 2 pieces of garlic bread
Veal Parmesan
Panko Crusted Veal Cutlets | Marinara Sauce | Mozzarella Cheese | Orecchiette in Pink Sauce
Seasonal Specials
Brunch
Avocado Toast
Whole miche 9 grain bread | avocado mint purée | honey | 2 eggs any style | burrata cheese | balsamic reduction | fresh avocado micro greens
Chicken Panini
Grilled buttermilk poached chicken | basil aioli | provolone cheese | french fries
Eggs Benedict Florentine
Panarama Bakery English muffin | sautéed baby spinach | mushrooms | poached eggs | house made hollandaise sauce | roasted potatoes
Eggs in Purgatory
Poached eggs | capers | seasoned tomato sauce | parsley | basil | parmigiano Reggiano | toast
Flat Iron Steak and Eggs
2 eggs any style | garlic butter | parmigiano truffle fries | seasonal vegetables
Focaccia with Eggs
Uncured salami | 2 eggs any style | pepperoni | | parmigiano cheese | basil | ricotta cheese
Fresh Fruit with Granola
Greek yogurt | seasonal fruit | honey | almond granola
Frittata
Fresh farm eggs | russet potatoes | red bell epper | baby spinach | scallions | white cheddar cheese | toast
Monte Cristo Sandwhich
Egg dipped pullman sourdough | applewood smoked ham | Swiss cheese | roasted pepper aioli | Dijon mustard | Panzarotti potatoes and herbs
Pasta Breakfast
Fried Eggs | fettuccini with egg sauce | cherry tomatoes | smoked bacon | Italian sausage | baby spinach | parmigiano cheese | pasta bread | parsley
Wild Caught Smoked Salmon
Panorama Bakery English muffin | poached eggs | house made hollandaise sauce | green onions | roasted potatoes
French Toast
Challah bread | strawberry brulé syrup | sweet mascarpone | powdered sugar | served with either Applewood bacon or Italian link sausage
House made Belgian Waffles
Berries | powdered sugar | dark maple syrup | mascarpone whipped cream | served with either Applewood bacon or Italian link sausage
House made Buttermilk Pancakes
Berries | powdered sugar | dark maple syrup | mascarpone whipped cream | served with either Applewood bacon or Italian link sausage
Kids Chicken Tenders
Panko Crusted Chicken Breast | choice of French fries or seasonal fruit
Kids French Toast
Maple syrup | choice of French fries or seasonal fruit
Kids Grilled Cheese
Choice of French fries or seasonal fruit
Kids Macaroni and Cheese Pasta
Choice of French fries or seasonal fruit
Kids Pancakes with Chocolate Chips
Choice of French fries or seasonal fruit
Kids Brunch
Small Pizza
Small BBQ Chicken
Red Onions | BBQ Sauce
Small Bianco
Italian Sausage | Mushrooms | Garlic
Small Create Your Own
Mozzarella cheese | customize which sauce and toppings you would like
Small Crossroads
Sausage | Pepperoni | Onions | Mushrooms | Bell Peppers
Small Gastronomique
Pepperoni | Sausage | Onions | Bell Peppers | Tomatoes | Black Olives | Mushrooms
Small Hawaiian
Macadamian Nuts | Canadian Bacon | Pineapple
Small Margherita
Fresh Mozzarella | Basil | Tomatoes | Original Red Sauce
Small Mikey Likes It!
Pepperoni | Spinach | Mushrooms | Onions | Garlic
Small Pear and Bleu Cheese
Arugula | Pine Nuts | Alfredo Sauce
Small Quattro Formaggi
Mozzarella | Ricotta | Provolone | Parmesan
Small Sierra
Pepperoni | Mushrooms | Black Olives
Small Stromboli
Italian Sausage | Pepperoni | Salami | Mushrooms
Small Vegetable Delectable
Mushrooms | Onions | Bell Peppers | Tomatoes | Black Olives
Large BBQ Chicken
Red Onions | BBQ Sauce
Large Bianco
Italian Sausage | Mushrooms | Garlic
Large Create Your Own
Mozzarella cheese | customize which sauce and toppings you would like
Large Crossroads
Sausage | Pepperoni | Onions | Mushrooms | Bell Peppers
Large Gastronomique
Pepperoni | Sausage | Onions | Bell Peppers | Tomatoes | Black Olives | Mushrooms
Large Hawaiian
Macadamian Nuts | Canadian Bacon | Pineapple
Large Margherita
Fresh Mozzarella | Basil | Tomatoes | Original Red Sauce
Large Mikey Likes It!
Pepperoni | Spinach | Mushrooms | Onions | Garlic
Large Pear and Bleu Cheese
Arugula | Pine Nuts | Alfredo Sauce
Large Quattro Formaggi
Mozzarella | Ricotta | Provolone | Parmesan
Large Sierra
Pepperoni | Mushrooms | Black Olives
Large Stromboli
Italian Sausage | Pepperoni | Salami | Mushrooms
Large Vegetable Delectable
Mushrooms | Onions | Bell Peppers | Tomatoes | Black Olives
Large Pizza
Sandwiches
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Sourdough Baguette | Panko Parmesan Crusted Chicken | al Dente Tomato Sauce | Shredded Mozzarella | Side of Lettuce, Tomato & Red Onion
Veggie Sandwich
Rye Miche | Garlic Butter | Roasted Pepper Aioli | Grilled Eggplant & Zucchini | Roasted Red Peppers | Cucumber
Meatball & Italian Honey Spicy Sausage Sandwich
House Focaccia | al Dente!® Tomato Sauce | Shredded Mozzarella | Parmesan | Red Onions
Grilled Chicken & Honey Bacon Sandwich
Sourdough Baguette | Mayonnaise | Mozzarella | Lettuce | Tomato
Charcuterie Sandwich
House Focaccia | Salami | Pepperoni | Prosciutto | Provolone | Marinated Artichoke Hearts | Pepperoncini | Cucumber | Onion | Butter Lettuce | Parmesan | Horseradish Truffle Aioli
Skirt Steak Sandwich
Ciabatta | Horseradish Truffle Aioli | Arugula | Pepper Jack | Chimichurri
