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1065 31st Street, N.W
Washington, DC 20007
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Featured Items
- Gnocchi alla Bolognese$20.00
Housemade organic flour and ricotta dumplings, served in a fresh 100% beef meat sauce.
- Tiramisu$10.00
Ladyfingers dipped in coffee, served with mascarpone cream.
- Lasagna$17.00
Layers of fresh pasta, Buffalo mozzarella, bechamel, Parmigiano Reggiano, meat sauce and topped with slice of provolone cheese.
Lunch Menu
Antipasti
- Bruschetta (4 Pieces)$8.00
Fresh diced tomatoes seasoned with basil, garlic, and olive oil on homemade organic bread
- Bresaola Appetizer$13.00
Air-dried cured beef, Grana Padano shavings, arugula, touch of olive oil.
- Caprese$15.00
Imported Buffalo mozzarella, plum tomatoes, touch of olive oil, oregano, basil, garnished with arugula.
- Caponata Siciliana$11.00
Sicilian dish consisting of fried eggplant, onion, olives, capers, celery, in an agrodolce sauce. Served room temperature
- Capon Bruschetta$11.00
Homemade organic bread topped with classic Sicilian dish consisting of fried eggplant, onion, olives, capers, celery, in an agrodolce sauce. Served room temperature.
- Tagliere (Serves 3-4)$32.00
A sampling of imported Italian cured *meats, fresh Buffalo mozzarella and vegetables.
- Piatto di Verdure (Serves 2-3)$18.00
A sampling of grilled eggplant and zucchini, roasted bell peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, and mixed Cerignola olives. Served chilled.
- Calamari/Zucchin$16.00
Crispy fried tender calamari and zucchini served with a side of spicy marinara sauce
- Meatball LUNCH$7.00
- Prosciutto e Mozzarella di Bufala$16.00
Prosciutto di Parma, imported Buffalo mozzarella, touch of olive oil, garnished with arugula.
- Arancini (3 Pieces)$12.00
Fried rice croquette filled with beef ragu, peas and mozzarella.
- Parmigiana di Melanzane alla Napoletana$15.00
Layers of breaded eggplant, imported Buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano, basil
- Impepata di Cozze$15.00
Steamed blue mussels cooked with olive oil, white wine, garlic, parsley, salt and crushed black pepper.
- Prosciutto & Melone$13.00
*Prosciutto di Parma, fresh sliced seasonal melon, garnished with arugula.
- Mozzarella Impanata$12.00
Deep-fried breaded fresh Buffalo mozzarella.
- Soup of the Day$11.00
Daily homemade soup
Lunch Menu
Insalate
- Ciliegina$13.00
Arugula, imported Buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, carrots, mixed Cerignola olives, slice of grilled zucchini and housemade honey mustard dressing.
- Tunnarella$14.00
Arugula tossed with Albacore tuna, plum tomatoes, Kalamata olives and housemade lemon dressing.
- IL Canale Salad$15.00
Romaine and spinach, fresh goat cheese, caramelized walnuts, dried apricot, and housemade strawberry vinaigrette dressing on the side.
- Caesar$13.00
Romaine, croutons, Grana Padano, housemade dressing.
- House Salad$11.00
Romaine, arugula, carrots, cherry tomatoes, housemade lemon dressing.
- Side Salad$7.00
- Side Caesar$8.00
- Add Shrimp$7.00
- Add Salmon$7.00
- Add Anchovies Salad$4.00
- Add Goat Cheese Salad$3.00
- Add Chicken$7.00
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza$14.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Marinara (No Cheese)$12.00
No cheese | Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, garlic, olive oil, oregano, basil.
- Diavola$18.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *spicy imported Calabrese salami, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil
- Vegetariana Rossa$18.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, roasted bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Meat Lover$20.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *pepperoni, *sausage , *prosciutto cotto (ham), *salami, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Napoli$20.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, anchovies, Kalamata olives, oregano, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- IL Canale Pizza$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto di Parma (cooked on), ricotta cheese, eggplant, cherry tomatoes, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Pizza alla Parmigiana$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, sliced eggplant Parmesan, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Capricciosa$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto cotto (ham), artichoke hearts, mushrooms, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Siciliana$21.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, crushed red pepper, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- La Regina$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto di Parma (fresh on top), ricotta cheese, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Calzone$18.00
Organic flour, stuffed with imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto cotto (ham), ricotta, basil served with a side of marinara sauce.
- Georgetown$17.00
No sauce, Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, sautéed spinach, *sausage, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Quattro Formaggi$17.00
Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, imported Fontina, shaved Grana Padano, blue cheese.
- Italia$21.00
No Sauce. Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto di Parma (fresh on top), arugula, shaved Grana Padano.
- Tartufata$24.00
No Sauce, Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, mushrooms, shaved Grana Padano, white truffle oil.
- Mortadella e Pistacchio$21.00
Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *mortadella, pistachio, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Valentina Pizza$22.00Out of stock
Cherry Blossom season special! White pizza with shredded burrata, arugula, cherry tomatoes and truffle oil.
- Del Pizzaiolo Bianca$24.00
No Sauce. Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, bocconcini mozzarella, arugula, bresaola (air-dried beef), cherry tomatoes, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Del Pizzaiolo Rossa$25.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, bocconcini mozzarella, arugula, bresaola (air-dried beef), cherry tomatoes, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
Pasta
- Spaghetti Pomodoro$14.00
Organic pasta, cherry tomato sauce, sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
- Lasagna$17.00
Layers of fresh pasta, Buffalo mozzarella, bechamel, Parmigiano Reggiano, meat sauce and topped with slice of provolone cheese.
- Gnocchi alla Bolognese$20.00
Housemade organic flour and ricotta dumplings, served in a fresh 100% beef meat sauce.
- Penne al Salmone$25.00
Organic pasta, smoked and fresh salmon, cherry tomato served in a shallot tomato cream sauce.
- Ravioli Porcini$18.00
Fresh artisan ravioli filled with porcini mushrooms, white truffle, and ricotta tossed in a butter and Parmigiano Reggiano sauce.
- Scoglio$22.00
Fresh artisan pasta tossed with mussels, shrimp, clams, cherry tomato white wine sauce.
- Gnocchi Pomodoro$17.00
Housemade organic flour and ricotta dumplings, tossed with cherry tomato sauce and a touch of Buffalo mozzarella.
- Spaghetti Pesto$14.00
- R Lobster$26.00
Fresh artisan ravioli filled with lobster meat and touch of ricotta in a shallot tomato cream sauce.
- CannelX1$17.00
Artisan large tube pasta filled with ricotta, fresh spinach, in tomato sauce topped with slice of provolone cheese.
- Spaghetti Meatballs$19.00
Organic pasta, cherry tomato sauce, sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, with 2 of our housemade 100% beef meatballs
- Carbonara$25.00
Organic pasta, pancetta*, fresh cracked egg*, Parmigiano Reggiano, black pepper, touch of cream.
- Spaghetti Aglio e Olio$17.00
Organic pasta, garlic, olive oil, crushed red pepper, and parsley.
- Spaghetti Bolognese$20.00
Organic pasta, housemade 100% beef bolognese sauce
- Arrabbiata Pasta$19.00
- Pasta Special$22.00
Secondi
- Salmone Siciliana$22.00
Grilled fillet of salmon served with caponata (served room temperature) and roasted potatoes
- Branzino Al Cartoccio$24.00
Boneless Mediterranean sea bass fillet baked in parchment paper garnished with bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, and potato.
- Tagliata di Manzo$20.00
Served medium | Grilled and sliced 10 oz. flat iron steak, arugula, shaved Grana Padano, sun-dried tomato with glaze of balsamic reduction and honey mustard dressing.
- Rolle di pollo$19.00
Baked chicken breast filled with mushroom and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, topped with creamy mushroom sauce, served with roasted potatoes and asparagus.
- Lamb Chops$36.00
Grilled rack of lamb seasoned with olive oil, salt, lemon pepper, and rosemary, served with roasted potatoes.
- Ribeye Steak$32.00
12 oz. grilled ribeye steak served with roasted potatoes and asparagus.
Gluten Free Menu
Dolci
- Tiramisu$8.00
Ladyfingers dipped in coffee, served with mascarpone cream.
- L-Cannoli$6.00
- Torta Caprese$8.00
Traditional Chocolate Almond Cake
- Torta di Latte (Tres Leche)$8.00
Italian sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milks topped with whipped cream.
- Torta Siciliana$8.00
Italian sponge cake with authentic Sicilian ricotta cream, chocolate chips, topped with pistachio, almonds, and candied oranges.
- Panna Cotta$8.00
Housemade coconut flavored Italian pudding with chocolate dressing.
Torta Siciliana
Italian sponge cake with authentic Sicilian ricotta cream, chocolate chips, topped with pistachio, almonds, and candied oranges.
Kids Menu
Sides
- Side Prosciutto$6.00
- Side Mortadella$6.00
- Side Zucchini$5.00
- Side Artichokes$5.00
- Side Mixed Olives$5.00
- Side Shaved Grana Padano$5.00
- Side Sundried Tomato$5.00
- Side Bresaola$6.00
- Marinara Kitchen$2.00
- Side Melon$7.00
- Roasted Potatoes$5.00
- Sauteed Spinach$5.00
- French Fries$5.00
- Truffle FRIES$10.00
- Side Asparagus$5.00
Dinner Menu
Antipasti
- Bruschetta (4 Pieces)$9.00
Fresh diced tomatoes seasoned with basil, garlic, and olive oil on homemade organic bread
- Arancini (3 Pieces)$13.00
Fried rice croquette filled with beef ragu, peas and mozzarella.
- Mozzarella Impanata$13.00
Deep-fried breaded fresh Buffalo mozzarella.
- Meatball (4 pieces)$14.00
Housemade ground beef meatballs with tomato sauce.
- Calamari/Zucchin$16.00
Crispy fried tender calamari and zucchini served with a side of spicy marinara sauce
- Caponata Siciliana$11.00
Sicilian dish consisting of fried eggplant, onion, olives, capers, celery, in an agrodolce sauce. Served room temperature
- Bresaola Appetizer$16.00
Air-dried cured beef, Grana Padano shavings, arugula, touch of olive oil.
- Caprese$17.00
Imported Buffalo mozzarella, plum tomatoes, touch of olive oil, oregano, basil, garnished with arugula.
- Capon Bruschetta$11.00
Homemade organic bread topped with classic Sicilian dish consisting of fried eggplant, onion, olives, capers, celery, in an agrodolce sauce. Served room temperature.
- Prosciutto e Mozzarella di Bufala$19.00
Prosciutto di Parma, imported Buffalo mozzarella, touch of olive oil, garnished with arugula.
- Piatto di Verdure (Serves 2-3)$18.00
A sampling of grilled eggplant and zucchini, roasted bell peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, and mixed Cerignola olives. Served chilled.
- Parmigiana di Melanzane alla Napoletana$16.00
Layers of breaded eggplant, imported Buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano, basil
- Soup of the Day$11.00
Daily homemade soup
- Prosciutto & Melone$15.00
*Prosciutto di Parma, fresh sliced seasonal melon, garnished with arugula.
- Impepata di Cozze$18.00
Steamed blue mussels cooked with olive oil, white wine, garlic, parsley, salt and crushed black pepper.
- Tagliere (Serves 3-4)$32.00
A sampling of imported Italian cured *meats, fresh Buffalo mozzarella and vegetables.
Pasta
- Spaghetti Pomodoro$18.00
Organic pasta, cherry tomato sauce, sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
- Scoglio$28.00
Fresh artisan pasta tossed with mussels, shrimp, clams, cherry tomato white wine sauce.
- R Lobster$26.00
Fresh artisan ravioli filled with lobster meat and touch of ricotta in a shallot tomato cream sauce.
- Gnocchi Pomodoro$22.00
Housemade organic flour and ricotta dumplings, tossed with cherry tomato sauce and a touch of Buffalo mozzarella.
- Ravioli Porcini$25.00
Fresh artisan ravioli filled with porcini mushrooms, white truffle, and ricotta tossed in a butter and Parmigiano Reggiano sauce.
- Gnocchi alla Bolognese$23.00
Housemade organic flour and ricotta dumplings, served in a fresh 100% beef meat sauce.
- Penne al Salmone$25.00
Organic pasta, smoked and fresh salmon, cherry tomato served in a shallot tomato cream sauce.
- CannelX1$23.00
Artisan large tube pasta filled with ricotta, fresh spinach, in tomato sauce topped with slice of provolone cheese.
- Carbonara$25.00
Organic pasta, pancetta*, fresh cracked egg*, Parmigiano Reggiano, black pepper, touch of cream.
- Lasagna$21.00
Layers of fresh pasta, Buffalo mozzarella, bechamel, Parmigiano Reggiano, meat sauce and topped with slice of provolone cheese.
- Spaghetti Meatballs$24.00
Organic pasta, cherry tomato sauce, sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, with 2 of our housemade 100% beef meatballs
- Spaghetti Pesto$18.00
- Spaghetti Bolognese$23.00
Organic pasta, housemade 100% beef bolognese sauce
- Spaghetti Aglio e Olio$17.00
Organic pasta, garlic, olive oil, crushed red pepper, and parsley.
- Pasta Special$29.00Out of stock
- Arrabbiata Pasta$19.00
Insalate
- House Salad$13.00
Romaine, arugula, carrots, cherry tomatoes, housemade lemon dressing.
- Caesar$15.00
Romaine, croutons, Grana Padano, housemade dressing.
- Ciliegina$15.00
Arugula, imported Buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, carrots, mixed Cerignola olives, slice of grilled zucchini and housemade honey mustard dressing.
- Tunnarella$17.00
Arugula tossed with Albacore tuna, plum tomatoes, Kalamata olives and housemade lemon dressing.
- IL Canale Salad$15.00
Romaine and spinach, fresh goat cheese, caramelized walnuts, dried apricot, and housemade strawberry vinaigrette dressing on the side.
- Side Salad$8.00
- Side Caesar$9.00
- Add Chicken$8.00
- Add Salmon$8.00
- Add Shrimp$8.00
- Add Goat Cheese Salad$3.00
- Add Anchovies Salad$4.00
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza$15.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Marinara (No Cheese)$12.00
No cheese | Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, garlic, olive oil, oregano, basil.
- Diavola$22.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *spicy imported Calabrese salami, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil
- Capricciosa$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto cotto (ham), artichoke hearts, mushrooms, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- La Regina$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto di Parma (fresh on top), ricotta cheese, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Napoli$20.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, anchovies, Kalamata olives, oregano, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Meat Lover$24.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *pepperoni, *sausage , *prosciutto cotto (ham), *salami, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Siciliana$21.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, crushed red pepper, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Pizza alla Parmigiana$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, sliced eggplant Parmesan, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Vegetariana Rossa$22.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, roasted bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- IL Canale Pizza$23.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto di Parma (cooked on), ricotta cheese, eggplant, cherry tomatoes, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Valentina Pizza$28.00Out of stock
Cherry Blossom season special! White pizza with shredded burrata, arugula, cherry tomatoes and truffle oil.
- Georgetown$21.00
No sauce, Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, sautéed spinach, *sausage, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Italia$21.00
No Sauce. Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto di Parma (fresh on top), arugula, shaved Grana Padano.
- Mortadella e Pistacchio$21.00
Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, *mortadella, pistachio, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Quattro Formaggi$21.00
Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, imported Fontina, shaved Grana Padano, blue cheese.
- Tartufata$24.00
No Sauce, Organic flour, imported Buffalo mozzarella, mushrooms, shaved Grana Padano, white truffle oil.
- Calzone$22.00
Organic flour, stuffed with imported Buffalo mozzarella, *prosciutto cotto (ham), ricotta, basil served with a side of marinara sauce.
- Del Pizzaiolo Rossa$25.00
Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, bocconcini mozzarella, arugula, bresaola (air-dried beef), cherry tomatoes, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Del Pizzaiolo Bianca$24.00
No Sauce. Organic flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, imported Buffalo mozzarella, bocconcini mozzarella, arugula, bresaola (air-dried beef), cherry tomatoes, Grana Padano, olive oil, basil.
- Pizza Special$40.00Out of stock
Secondi
- Branzino Al Cartoccio$32.00
Boneless Mediterranean sea bass fillet baked in parchment paper garnished with bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, and potato.
- Salmone Siciliana$30.00
Grilled fillet of salmon served with caponata (served room temperature) and roasted potatoes
- Ribeye Steak$32.00
12 oz. grilled ribeye steak served with roasted potatoes and asparagus.
- Lamb Chops$36.00
Grilled rack of lamb seasoned with olive oil, salt, lemon pepper, and rosemary, served with roasted potatoes.
- Rolle di pollo$26.00
Baked chicken breast filled with mushroom and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, topped with creamy mushroom sauce, served with roasted potatoes and asparagus.
- Tagliata di Manzo$28.00
Served medium | Grilled and sliced 10 oz. flat iron steak, arugula, shaved Grana Padano, sun-dried tomato with glaze of balsamic reduction and honey mustard dressing.
- Entree Special$30.00Out of stock
Gluten Free Menu
Dolci
- Tiramisu$10.00
Ladyfingers dipped in coffee, served with mascarpone cream.
- Cannoli di Ricotta alla Siciliana (2 Pieces)$10.00
Authentic Sicilian cannoli served with pistachio crumbs.
- Torta Caprese$10.00
Traditional Chocolate Almond Cake
- Torta di Latte (Tres Leche)$10.00
Italian sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milks topped with whipped cream.
- Panna Cotta$10.00
Housemade coconut flavored Italian pudding with chocolate dressing.
- Torta Siciliana$10.00
Italian sponge cake with authentic Sicilian ricotta cream, chocolate chips, topped with pistachio, almonds, and candied oranges.
Torta Siciliana
Italian sponge cake with authentic Sicilian ricotta cream, chocolate chips, topped with pistachio, almonds, and candied oranges.
Kids Menu
Sides
- Side Prosciutto$6.00
- Side Mortadella$6.00
- Side Bresaola$6.00
- Side Zucchini$5.00
- Side Artichokes$5.00
- Side Grilled Eggplant$5.00
- Side Mixed Olives$5.00
- Side Sundried Tomato$5.00
- Sauteed Spinach$5.00
- Side Asparagus$5.00
- Side Shaved Grana Padano$5.00
- Marinara Kitchen$2.00
- Roasted Potatoes$5.00
- French Fries$5.00
- Truffle FRIES$10.00
- Side Melon$7.00
Drinks
Sunday | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Monday | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Tuesday | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Wednesday | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Thursday | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Friday | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Saturday | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Where Italians come to eat Italian
1065 31st Street, N.W, Washington, DC 20007