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    Forza Cucina Kitchen & Catering

    2677 Shermer Road

    Northbrook, IL 60062


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    SALADS AND SOUPS
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    Featured Items

    • Build Your Own Bambino

      A four inch sub with your little one's choice of deli meat, cheese and toppings.
      $6.00
    • Moe Greene

      vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh mozzarella cheese, balsamic glaze on toasted Turano focaccia
      $10.00
    • Paprika Fries

      Hand-cut french fries seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika. Made to order.
      $5.00

    SANDWICHES

    Deli Subs

    • The Paisan

      capicola, sopressata, casalingo, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, hot giardiniera, oil & vinegar
      $11.00+
    • The Salvatore

      genoa salami, capicola, mortadella, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, oil & vinegar
      $10.00+
    • The Spacone

      prosciutto di parma, sopressata, fresh mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, roasted red pepper, hot giardiniera, oil & vinegar
      $11.00+
    • The Americano

      house-roasted sliced turkey breast, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, mayo, mustard
      $10.00+
    • The Menza Menz

      corned beef, pastrami, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle chips, mayo, mustard
      $11.00+
    • The Junior

      thin-sliced, house-roasted top round roast beef, fresh mozzarella, arugula, tomato, caramelized onion, roasted red pepper, house-made pesto
      $11.00+
    • The Tommy Boy

      sliced smoked ham, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, mustard
      $10.00+
    • The Giardino

      roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, arugula, fresh mozzarella, house-made pesto
      $9.00+
    • The Porchetta di Forza

      house-roasted, thin-sliced pork loin and belly, asiago cheese, arugula, tomato, hot giardiniera, bacon apricot marmalade
      $11.00+
    • Build Your Own Sub

      Build your own sub sandwich from our array of sliced deli meats and cheeses
      $11.00+
    • The Sebastian Maniscalco

      prosciutto di parma, burrata mozzarella, arugula, sliced tomato, pesto, balsamic glaze, and hot giardiniera on Turano french bread
      $13.00
    • Toonces the Driving Cat

      house-recipe tuna salad, avocado spread, green leaf lettuce, sliced tomato on Turano sub roll
      $11.00

    Hot Sandwiches

    • The Italian Beef

      house-roasted top round roast beef and au jus on Turano french bread, your choice of provolone cheese, hot or sweet peppers
      $12.00
    • The Italian Sausage

      Hot or mild Italian sausage made in-house, topped with your choice of hot or sweet peppers, provolone cheese, and marinara sauce, served on a Turano french roll
      $10.00
    • The Italian Beef & Sausage Combo

      Hot or mild Italian sausage and thin-sliced Italian beef, your choice of provolone cheese, hot or sweet peppers
      $13.00
    • The Meatball

      hand-rolled beef and pork meatballs in house-made marinara on Turano french bread. add provolone cheese, sauteed sweet peppers, or hot giardiniera for no extra charge!
      $11.00
    • The Turkey Dip

      house-roasted turkey breast, dipped in turkey au jus on fresh-baked Turano french bread. Topped with your choice of provolone cheese, hot or sweet peppers.
      $11.00
    • The Doc J

      thin-sliced steak, seared and topped with sauteed onions and bell peppers on a Turano french roll
      $15.00
    • The Vito

      all-natural chicken breast, breaded and fried golden brown, house-made marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese
      $12.00
    • The Vincent Vega

      single or double quarter pound smashburger, topped with melted american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, ketchup, and mustard on a Turano brioche bun. Add paprika fries for an extra charge.
      $9.00+
    • The Josephine

      grilled chicken breast, fresh mozzarella cheese, green leaf lettuce, sliced tomato, avocado crema, chipotle mayo on brioche bun.
      $13.00
    • Special: The Les Claypool

      Breaded Slagel Farms heritage pork chop topped with swiss cheese, leaf lettuce, sliced tomato, pickle chips, spicy mustard, and Sicliian lemon marmalade on a toasted brioche bun. Served with paprika fries.
      $17.00

    Panini

    • Social Club

      house-roasted, all-natural sliced turkey breast, mozzarella cheese, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, mayo on turano focaccia
      $13.00
    • Chucky's Cheese

      american, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses on toasted Turano focaccia
      $9.00
    • Moe Greene

      vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh mozzarella cheese, balsamic glaze on toasted Turano focaccia
      $10.00
    • Pollo Nostro Panino

      grilled chicken breast, goat cheese, sliced granny smith apples, arugula, tomato on pressed Turano focaccia
      $13.00

    Bambinos

    • Little Meatball

      Two Mama Minelli's meatballs in marinara on a 4" french roll with melted provolone cheese
      $7.00
    • Build Your Own Bambino

      A four inch sub with your little one's choice of deli meat, cheese and toppings.
      $6.00

    SALADS AND SOUPS

    Salads

    • Seasonal Chimichurri Steak Salad

      chimichurri-marinated steak, romaine lettuce, fresh spinach, sliced carrots, broccoli florets, fresh blueberries, orange slices, dill havarti cheese, avocado, and house-made croutons with Italian dressing on the side
      $18.00
    • The Jimmy The Greek

      romaine lettuce, arugula, sheep's milk feta cheese, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, house-made herbed croutons, lemon & herb vinaigrette
      $14.00
    • The Butcher's Chopped Salad

      romaine, genoa salami, pepperoni, provolone, mozzarella, cucumber, tomato, bacon, choice of balsamic or red wine vinaigrette
      $16.00
    • We Got the Beet

      arugula, roasted beets, goat cheese crumbles, sliced granny smith apples, candied walnuts, red wine reduction dressing
      $14.00
    • The Pollo Nostro

      green leaf and romaine lettuce, grilled chicken breast, aged fontinella, cucumber, tomato, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, house-made champagne vinaigrette
      $17.00
    • Build Your Own Salad

      Build your own custom salad by choosing from any of the ingredients on our existing salad menu. Start with a green, add your toppings, choose a cheese (optional), and add a protein for an extra charge.
      $15.00

    SIDES

    Deli Salads

    • Roasted Potato Salad

      roasted russet potatoes, chopped bell peppers, green and red onion, house-made dressing with sour cream, mayo and mustard
      $4.00+
    • Giardiniera Pasta Salad

      campanelle pasta, bell peppers, green onion, chopped celery, fresh parsley, hot giardiniera dressing
      $5.00+
    • Caprese Salad

      vine-ripened grape tomatoes, fresh ciliegine mozzarella, chopped fresh basil, balsamic glaze
      $5.00+
    • Antipasto Salad

      assortment of sliced meats and cheeses, cherry tomatoes, red onion, celery, fresh oregano, dressed in olive oil
      $5.00+
    • Olive Medley

      assortment of imported olives, sliced bell peppers, red onion, celery, dressed in olive oil
      $5.00+

    Chips

    • Deep River Sea Salt & Vinegar Chips

      $2.50
    • Deep River Classic Potato Chips

      $2.50
    • Deep River BBQ Chips

      $2.50
    • Deep River Sour Cream & Onion Chips

      $2.50

    Kitchen Sides

    • Paprika Fries

      Hand-cut french fries seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika. Made to order.
      $5.00
    • Sweet Potato Fries

      $6.00
    • 2 Meatballs in Marinara

      Mama Minelli's beef and pork meatballs in house-made marinara sauce
      $7.00
    • Cheese Curds

      $7.00
    • Mozzarella Sticks

      $6.00

    BEVERAGES

    Joe's Iced Tea & Lemonade

    • Joe's Half and Half

      $2.75
    • Joe's Peach Iced Tea

      $2.75
    • Joe's Lemon Iced Tea

      $2.75
    • Joe's Diet Half & Half

      OUT OF STOCK
      $2.75
    • Joe's Classic Lemonade

      $2.75
    • Joe's Mango Lemonade

      $2.75

    Soda

    • Cheerwine

      $3.00
    • IBC Root Beer

      $3.00
    • San Pellegrino Blood Orange

      $2.00
    • San Pellegrino Lemon

      $2.00
    • San Pellegrino Pomegranate

      $2.00
    • San Pellegrino Zero Blood Orange

      $2.00
    • San Pellegrino Zero Peach & Clementine

      $2.00
    • Orange Crush

      $3.00

    Water

    • Acqua Panna Natural Spring Water

      $2.00
    • San Pellegrino Sparkling Water 500 ml

      $2.50
    • Ciao Cherry Sparkling Water

      OUT OF STOCK
      $2.00
    • Ciao Blood Orange Sparkling Water

      $2.00
    • Ciao Peach Sparkling Water

      $2.00

    DINNER SPECIALS

    Monday Dinner

    • Spaghetti & Meatballs

      Another classic Italian meal from the Forza fam! Al dente spaghetti pasta with our house recipe marinara and two Mama Minelli's meatballs. Served with garlic toast. Add extra meatballs or a side salad for an extra charge.
      $11.00+
    • Italian Beef Family Pack

      A full two pounds of thin-sliced rare roast beef with au jus to heat and serve at home. With sliced provolone cheese, Turano french rolls, choice of mild or hot giardiniera, and sides of giardiniera pasta salad and roasted potato salad. Serves 4-6.
      $60.00

    Tuesday Dinner

    • Chimichurri Steak Fajitas

      Sliced chimichurri-marinated steak sauteed with bell peppers and onions on corn tortillas. Served with tortilla chips and house-made salsa.
      $19.00+
    • Italian Beef Family Pack

      A full two pounds of thin-sliced rare roast beef with au jus to heat and serve at home. With sliced provolone cheese, Turano french rolls, choice of mild or hot giardiniera, and sides of giardiniera pasta salad and roasted potato salad. Serves 4-6.
      $60.00

    Wednesday Dinner

    • Pasta Bolognese

      House-made Bolognese sauce with ground beef and pork, slowly simmered and served over al dente penne pasta. Served with side Italian salad.
      $17.00+
    • Italian Beef Family Pack

      A full two pounds of thin-sliced rare roast beef with au jus to heat and serve at home. With sliced provolone cheese, Turano french rolls, choice of mild or hot giardiniera, and sides of giardiniera pasta salad and roasted potato salad. Serves 4-6.
      $60.00

    Thursday Dinner

    • Orange Chicken

      Sweet and citrusy orange-glazed chicken breast with stir-fried fresh veggies atop a bed of fluffy white rice.
      $17.00+
    • Italian Beef Family Pack

      A full two pounds of thin-sliced rare roast beef with au jus to heat and serve at home. With sliced provolone cheese, Turano french rolls, choice of mild or hot giardiniera, and sides of giardiniera pasta salad and roasted potato salad. Serves 4-6.
      $60.00

    Friday Dinner

    • Fried Chicken

      The North Shore's finest fried birds, sourced from Slagel Farms, lightly breaded and crispy on the outside, moist and tender on the inside. Served with sides of Four Cheese Macaroni and corn on the cob.
      $28.00+
    • Italian Beef Family Pack

      A full two pounds of thin-sliced rare roast beef with au jus to heat and serve at home. With sliced provolone cheese, Turano french rolls, choice of mild or hot giardiniera, and sides of giardiniera pasta salad and roasted potato salad. Serves 4-6.
      $60.00

    Saturday Dinner

    • Smoked BBQ Baby Back Ribs

      Meaty Berkshire baby back ribs sourced from Seaboard Farms and big enough for two, seasoned with our house-made dry rub, slow smoked and lightly sauced. Each slab served with two garlic cheddar twice-baked potatoes on the side.
      $45.00+
    • Italian Beef Family Pack

      A full two pounds of thin-sliced rare roast beef with au jus to heat and serve at home. With sliced provolone cheese, Turano french rolls, choice of mild or hot giardiniera, and sides of giardiniera pasta salad and roasted potato salad. Serves 4-6.
      $60.00

    SWEETS

    House-Made & Artisan Confections

    • Cannoli

      House-made cannoli with sweet ricotta filling
      $5.00
    • Mini Cannoli

      House-made miniature cannoli with sweet ricotta filling
      $3.00
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    house-roasted sliced turkey breast, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, mayo, mustard

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    All hours
    SundayClosed
    Monday11:00 am - 6:45 pm
    Tuesday11:00 am - 6:45 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 6:45 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 6:45 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 6:45 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 6:45 pm
    Restaurant info

    Sandwich shop and catering kitchen brought to you by Forza Meats Butcher & market in Glenview!

    Location

    2677 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL 60062

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