BREADS & STARTERS | SPUNTINI | PASTA TRADITIONAL PIZZAS | GOURMET PIZZAS | MAINS
BREADS & STARTERS [Back to Top] Garlic Ciabatta Bread 6.90
FOCACCIA’s Garlic w rosemary and sea salt r 7.90 m 9.90 l 11.90
Olive Tapenade w Spanish onion r 8.90 m 10.90 l 12.90
Pesto and Parmesan w semi-dried tomato r 8.90 m 10.90 l 12.90
Optional; Cheese r 1.00 m 1.10 l 1.20 Prosciutto r 1.50 m 2.50 l 3.50
STARTERS
Antipasto Italiano, the original Italian experience: the best Italian and Australian cured meats (prosciutto, sopressa, casalingo & mortadella) and cheeses (provolone, buffalo mozzarella, pecorino & parmesan) freshly sliced to order and served w ‘Panfritto’ 29.90 (serves 2)
Soup of the Day, please see specials board for todays choice 14.90
Ricotta Bruschetta, char grilled ciabatta bread w fresh ricotta, oven roasted mixed tomatoes, chilli and fresh basil 13.90
Tomato Bruschetta, rich ripened diced tomatoes and Spanish onion w fresh basil, evoo and balsamic reduction 13.90
Chicken Liver Bruschetta, rustic chicken liver crostini w crispy sage and fresh parmesan 14.90
Trio Bruschetta, one of each of our fantastic bruschetta’s (Ricotta, Tomato and Chicken Liver) 14.90
Insalata Caprese, fresh gourmet tomato salad w avocado, mozzarella, basil, oregano and Italian olive oil 13.90
Baked Mushrooms, field mushrooms stuffed w ricotta, parmesan, spinach, pinenuts and herbs served w a garden salad 14.90
Homemade Fishcakes, tasty homemade herby breaded fishcakes served w chunky Italian style tomato salsa 14.90
Polpette di Carne, rustic handrolled Italian meatballs in a rich tomato and red wine sauce 14.90
Daily Fresh Oysters 1/2 doz / doz
Natural w fresh lemon 13.90 / 26.90
Kilpatrick, grilled w bacon and our own kilpatrick sauce 14.90 / 29.90
SPUNTINI [Back to Top]
COLD
Olive Marinate - house marinated mammoth green and black olives 5.90
Verdure Grigliate - char grilled Mediterranean vegetables marinated in extra virgin olive oil fresh herbs and red wine vinegar 5.90
Bianchetti Marinati - whole whitebait pickled w chilli, capers and parsley 6.90
Bocconcini e Pomodori - fresh bocconcini w slow roasted mixed sun ripe tomatoes and fresh basil 6.50
Polipo Marinato - Frank’s marinated char grilled octopus 6.50
Acciughe - white anchovies w fresh tomato salsa, Spanish onions & baby parsley 5.90
Peperoncini Ripieni - sweet mini chilli peppers stuffed w fetta 5.90
Crostini di Pollo - rustic chicken liver crostini w crispy sage and fresh parmesan 5.90
HOT
Arancini di Riso - deep fried crusted risotto balls of the day (ask our wait staff for todays selection) 6.90
Cozze Ripiene - fresh local black mussels stuffed w ciabatta bread and herbs in spicy tomato sauce 7.90
Totani Fritti - deep fried calamari w fresh chilli parsley and garlic 6.90
Gamberi in Padella - pan fried prawn cutlets w fresh tomato salsa 7.90
Capesante Gratinate - oven roasted Australian roe on scallops w fiery arrabbiata sauce, herby breadcrumbs, shaved fennel salad and crispy pancetta 7.90
Funghi Fritti - crispy fried portobello mushrooms w garlic aioli 6.5
Polenta Fritta - polenta chips w rosemary salt and freshly grated parmesan 6.50
Platter Option is a small tasting of the above selection
Your mixed selection from cold or hot
SELECTION OF 5 29.90
SELECTION OF 8 35.90
SELECTION OF 10 44.90
PASTA [Back to Top]
Papardelle alle Polpette - pork and beef meatballs cooked in red wine and our napoletana sauce ent 18.90 main 24.90
Linguine ai Gamberi - pan fried tiger prawns w garlic, chilli, cherry tomatoes and rocket ent 18.90 main 24.90
Gnocchi Gorgonzola - home made gnocchi w Italian blue cheese, cream and toasted walnuts ent 17.90 main 22.90
Bucatini Amatriciana - with pancetta, bacon, sage, tomato and fresh chilli ent 18.90 main 24.90
Ravioli di Zucca - pumpkin ravioli w roasted pumpkin, garlic and rosemary sauce ent 17.90 main 23.90
Panzerotti ai Funghi - home made half moons filled w portobello mushrooms, ricotta and parmesan served w a rustic tomato and mushroom sauce, crispy sage and pangrattato ent 17.90 main 23.90
Gnocchi in Padella - sauteed w spinach, semi-dried tomatoes, baby spinach, pine nuts, black olives and fresh parmesan ent 17.90 main 23.90
Spaghetti Frutti di Mare - pan fried scallops, prawns, mussels, calamari and fish goujons w fresh tomato, garlic chilli and white wine ent 18.90 main 24.90
Fettuccine al Salmone - Tasmanian smoked salmon, leeks, snow peas w cream and white wine ent 17.90 main 23.90
Bucatini Carbonara - pan fried pancetta w thyme white wine cream and parmesan ent 17.90 main 22.90
Spaghetti Bolognese - our home made bolognaise w parmesan and ‘herby’ breadcrumbs ent 16.90 main 20.90
Spaghetti Napoletana - traditional Italian San Marzano tomato and basil sauce ent 16.90 main 20.90
Penne Arrabbiata - fiery tomato sauce w lots of basil and fresh chilli ent 17.90 main 21.90
Fettuccine Pollo - roasted chicken pieces, avocado, white wine and cream ent 17.90 main 22.90
Pappardelle Salsiccia – homemade Italian sausage ragout w red wine, fennel seeds and aged parmesan ent 17.90 main 21.90
Gluten Free Penne available, only extra 2.00
RISOTTO's
Risotto ai Funghi local and Italian wild mushroom risotto with baby spinach and parmesan cheese ent 17.90 main 22.90
Risotto ai Gamberi, tiger prawn and zucchini risotto w fresh marjoram and virgin olive oil ent 18.90 main 23.90
Risotto Pollo, roasted chicken pieces, spinach, mushrooms and semi-dried tomatoes ent 17.90 main 22.90
OTHER PASTA
Lasagne Fatte in Casa, layers of fresh pasta sheets w bolognese, béchamel sauce, mozzarella and parmesan ent 15.90 main 19.90
Cannelloni, made fresh daily (ask our staff for todays selection)
TRADITIONAL PIZZAS [Back to Top]
Michelangelo Special, tomato, cheese, mushrooms, ham, mild salami, onion, olives, capsicum and pork sausage r 12.90 m 14.90 l 16.90
Marinara, tomato, cheese, olives, shrimps, smoked mussels, anchovies, clams and garlic, sprinkled w parsley r 12.90 m 14.90 l 16.90
Vegetarian, tomato, cheese, mushrooms, capsicum, pineapple, olives, onion, oregano, fresh sliced tomato and parsley r 12.50 m 14.90 l 16.90
Four Corners, Americana, Margherita, Capricciosa, Hawaiian (no variations available) r n/a m 15.50 l 17.90
Americana, tomato, cheese and double hot salami r 12.90 m 14.90 l 16.90
Capricciosa, tomato, cheese, mushrooms, ham, olives and anchovies r 12.90 m 14.90 l 16.90
Napoletana, tomato, cheese, anchovies, olives and oregano r 11.90 m 13.90 l 15.90
Aussie, tomato, cheese, ham, bacon and egg r 12.90 m 14.90 l 16.90
Hawaiian, tomato, cheese, ham and pineapple r 12.90 m 14.90 l 16.90
Margherita, tomato, double cheese, oregano and fresh basil r 11.90 m 13.90 l 15.90
Mexicana, tomato, cheese, capsicum, hot salami, onion and hot chilli r 12.90 m 14.90 l 16.90
The Lot, tomato, cheese, ham, mushrooms, capsicum, salami,
olives, r 12.90 m 15.90 l 17.90
Chicken, tomato, cheese, chicken, mushroom, pineapple and BBQ sauce r 12.90 m 145.90 l 17.90
Meat Lovers, tomato, cheese, ham, salami, bacon, pork sausage,
onion r 12.90 m 15.90 l 17.90
Brekkie on Pizza, tomato, mozzarella, spinach, leg ham,
mushroom, bacon, r 12.90 m 15.90 l 17.90
Half & Half r n/a m 15.90 l 17.90
Extra Toppings are subject to ingredient,
Gluten free pizza base available M size only extra 4.00
GOURMET PIZZAS [Back to Top]
Pot & Pro, taleggio cheese, sliced potato, rosemary, caramalised onion, black pepper, garlic, sea salt and prosciutto *Bianca base r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Salsiccia e Broccoli, buffalo mozzarella, Italian spict sausage, red onion, broccoli, black pepper *Bianca base r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Polpette, tomato, mozzarella, homemade meatballs, pesto and parmesan r 16.90 m 19.90 l 22.90
Quattro Formaggio, tomato, mozzarella, goats cheese, gorgonzola, taleggio r 16.90 m 19.90 l 22.90
A la Renato, tomato, goats cheese, sopressa salami, spinach, roasted red capsicum r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Traditional, tomato, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, cracked pepper, extra virgin olive oil r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Gamberetti, tomato, brie, tiger prawn, avocado, garlic and parsley r 16.90 m 19.90 l 22.90
Prosciutto, tomato, goats cheese, chargrilled red peppers, rocket, pesto and prosciutto r 15.50 m 18.50 l 21.50
Calabrese, tomato, mozzarella, sopressa salami, roasted red capsicum, roasted artichoke, olives and chilli r 15.90 m 18.90 l 19.90
Marinated Lamb, fresh tomato slices, marinated lamb, fetta cheese, onions, olives and tzatziki r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Tandoori Chicken, tandoori chicken, caramelised onion, fresh tomatoes, roasted cashews, roasted red capsicum, spinach and mozzarella laced w minted yoghurt r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Smoked Salmon, mozzarella, crème fraîche, red onion, chives, rocket, smoked salmon and capers r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Latino, spicy chorizo sausage, Spanish red onion, olives, roasted red capsicum and spinach r 14.90 m 17.90 l 20.90
Seafood Deluxe, tomato, brie, salmon, prawn, calamari w pesto and fresh herbs r 16.90 m 19.90 l 22.90
Genoa, tomato base, buffalo mozzarella, shaved leg ham, mushrooms, fresh tomato and olives r 15.90 m 18.90 l 21.90
Ortolana, tomato base w goat’s cheese, char grilled eggplant,
potato, roasted red r 14.90 m 17.90 l 20.90
Extra Toppings subject to ingredient
Gluten free pizza base available m size only extra 4.00
No Half & Half available on Gourmet Pizzas
MAINS [Back to Top]
POULTRY Chicken Parmigiana, crumbed chicken breast topped w Napoletana and mozzarella and served w chips 25.90
Pollo Michelangelo, oven baked chicken breast fi lled w camembert cheese, spinach, exotic mushrooms and basil pesto, wrapped in crispy proscuitto, served w a fried pumpkin and baby potato mash and an apple cider reduction 29.90
Grilled Half Chicken, boned, marinated and char grilled, w a warm tomato, olive, chilli and caper sauce served w rocket salad 28.90
VEAL Scaloppine Ai Funghi, Pan fried w fresh mushrooms, cream and white wine served w roasted potatoes and vegetables 29.90
FROM THE GRILL All Michelangelo Steaks are Gippsland ‘grass fed’ Beef.
Porterhouse - 350gr 32.90
Eye Fillet - 250gr 33.90
Rib Eye on the Bone - 450gr 34.90
Choose one of your favourite sides to compliment your steak. Subsequent sides will be charged at $2.00 each. (Chips, Roast Potatoes, Mash, Mixed Veg or Garden Salad)
Sauces (Peppercorn, Garlic, Mushroom w Red Wine and Red Wine jus)
Mix Grill, Selection of prime cut porterhouse, Italian spicy sausage, lamb cutlet, pork ribs, chicken skewer, served w your preferred sauce and chips 34.90
Burger Italiano, prime steak and Italian sausage pattiew melted mozzarella cheese, crispy salami, pickles, tomato and basil salsa. Served w chips 24.90
Kangaroo, w roasted field mushrooms and grilled asparagus 28.90
Pork Ribs, marinated in BBQ sauce. Served w chips 29.90
Lamb Cutlets, w vegetable ratataouie, garlic mash and a red wine jus 33.90
FROM THE SEA Grilled King Prawns, king prawns w wild rocket, spicy tomato salsa and grilled lemon 32.90
Seafood Mix Grill, fresh market fish, scallops, fresh black mussels, prawns, scampi and scored squid w a zesty lemon cream sauce 34.90
Zuppetta di Pesce, Italian fish stew w prawns, calamari, fresh market fish, fresh black mussels and scallops served w toasted garlic bruschetta 31.90
Fish and Chips, crispy beer battered fresh market fish w chunky chips and homemade tartare sauce 29.90
Salmon, salmon fillet seared and served w baby chat potatoes, olive oil and chargrilled asparagus, drizzled w a lemon burre blanc 27.90
Fish @ Michelangelo, ask your waiter for today’s fresh fish
SALADS [Back to Top] Insalata di Calamari, lemon and pepper calamari served on a bed of mixed leaves with cucumber, capsicum, onions, mint and cashew nuts. Dressed with seeded mustard dressing ent 14.90 main 24.90
Insalata di Prosciutto, Italian prosciutto, pears, rocket and parmesan salad w toasted pine nuts and aged balsamic vinegar 21.90
Caesar Salad, cos lettuce dressed in our own caesar dressing w crispy bacon, garlic croutons, anchovies and shaved parmesan, topped w a soft poached egg 16.90 * w Chicken 21.90
Prawn and Avocado Salad, s easonal mixed greens w pan fried prawn cutlets, ripe avocado and citrus dressing 22.90
Insalata Greca, classic Greek salad w kalamata olives, fetta cheese, red onion, tomato and cucumber 13.50 * w Grilled Lamb 22.90
Warm Chicken, Bacon and Avocado Salad, grilled chicken breast tossed w crispy bacon, ripe avocado and fresh garden greens w our homemade balsamic dressing 20.90
SIDES [Back to Top]
Chunky Chips sml 4.90 lrg 6.90
Polenta Chips, w garlic, thyme and rosemary 7.90
Potato & Garlic Mash, drizzled w olive oil 6.90
Fagiolini, fine beans pan fried w chilli garlic and Napoletana 6.90
Rocket Salad, wild rocket salad w freshly shaved parmesan, aged balsamic and toasted pine nuts 7.90
Seasonal Vegetables sml 3.90 lrg 6.90
Italian Salad sml 4.90 lrg 6.90
Daily Roast Potatoes 4.90
SWEETS [Back to Top]
Banana or Strawberry Crépe, served w ice-cream 12.90
Chocolate Mousse, traditional chocolate delight served w cream 8.90
Tiramisu, sponge finger biscuits soaked in espresso black coffee and kahlua, layered w galliano mascarpone cheese and topped w a dark cacao amaro 9.90
Cakes from Display, served w ice-cream or double whipped cream 8.90
Mixed Gelato, Lavezzi gelato, straight from Italy 8.90
Affogato, an espresso served w ice-cream and a liqueur of your choice 11.50
Chocolate Fondant, a rich soft centred pudding w caramelized macadamia nuts and vanilla ice cream 12.90
Profiteroles, choux case’s filled w cream patisserie topped w a rich chocolate brandy ganache 12.90
Mocha Affliction, baked chocolate and espresso mousse cake w vanilla poached pears and mixed berry coulis 9.90
Panna Cotta, w your choice of topping: Plain vanilla 10.90
Passionfruit reduction 11.90
Frangelico and fresh strawberry 12.90
PIZZA DESSERT
Nutella and Marshmallow Calzone, served w ice cream 13.90
White Chocolate and Fresh Strawberry Calzone, served w ice cream 13.90
Nutella Pizza, topped w roasted hazelnuts and served w ice cream 12.90
(updated 13.04.11)
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