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Cascina Ristorante       Midtown :: Theatre  
Cascina Ristorante

647 Ninth Avenue
New York, NY 10036

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The vineyard life in Italy centers around the cascina, where friends and family enjoy food and drink, indulging in the finer aspects of the good life. In the city, Cascina Ristorante brings the simplicity of the Italian countryside to Hell’s Kitchen. At the heart of Cascina sits a rounded stone and brick oven, while antique chandeliers, rustic woods, large-paned windows and an original wood beam ceiling create a subtle dynamic between elegance and warmth. The cuisine possesses the same balance of pastoral style and sophistication. With an emphasis on ingredients, Chef Gualtiero Carosi, who trained in Rome, highlights the original flavors of traditional country-style fare—top quality cheeses, fresh produce and hand-picked meats and fish. Evidence of Cascina’s superlative creations includes the signature dish Stinco d'Agnello al Forno, slow-roasted lamb shank seasoned with herbs and served with roasted potatoes. So, take a step off the fast-paced city life and step into Cascina, where the best company is accompanied by the best of the Italian countryside.

Award of Excellence -Wine Spectator, 2007

insalate::
Caprese  14
Fresh buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes and basil drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
Rucola e Parmigiano  9
Arugula topped with shaved Parmigiano cheese and crispy bacon drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette

antipasti::
Salsiccia e Rapini  15
Oven-roasted sausages served over garlic and oil sauteed broccoli rabe
Involtini di Melanzane  15
Slow-roasted slices of eggplant filled with mozzarella and tomato sauce
Polenta Gratinata  14
Baked polenta topped with wild mushrooms and cheese fondue

pasta::
Orecchiette alla Barese  17
Ear-shaped pasta tossed with sausage, broccoli rabe, garlic and extra virgin olive oil
Ravioli agli Spinaci  18
Raviolic filled with spinach and ricotta in a brown butter and sage sauce
Bucatini all' Amatriciana  16
Thick spaghetti tossed with onions and bacon in a spicy tomato sauce

pesce e carne::
Costoletta di Maiale  24
Pork chop stuffed with spinach and mozzarella sauteed in a white wine sauce with shallots
Straccetti al Rosmarino  27
Sliced filet mignon prepared with rosemary, garlic, olive oil, mushrooms and Parmesan cheese
Pollo alla Cacciatora  23
Boneless chicken prepared with fresh tomatoes, herbs and olives; served with grilled polenta
Salmone in Crosta d'Erbe  23
Pan-seared salmon steak with an herb crust in lemon sauce, and served with broccoli

pizza::
Pizza Cascina  18
Mozzarella, tomatoes, arugula and prosciutto
Pizza 4 Stagioni  17
Tomatoes, mozzarella, artichokes, mushrooms, olives and ham
Piadina Farcita  19
Focaccia filled with prosciutto, arugula, ricotta and truffle oil

desserts::
Tiramisù Classico  8
Lady fingers layered with mascarpone cheese, espresso and Kahlúa, dusted with chocolate powder
Torta di Mele con Gelato  9
Warm apple tart served with vanilla ice cream
Croccantino alla Romana  9
Toasted almond and mascarpone flan with caramel sauce