sit at chef russo s table enjoy la dolce vita! [the sweet life!]

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3 sit at chef russo s table enjoy la dolce vita! [the sweet life!] Coal-Fired Cooking Chef Russo s dishes are inspired by the authentic Italian cuisine he has enjoyed since his childhood. That authenticity is enhanced by the depth of flavor developed in our coal-fired ovens.

4 anthony inherited his love for food from his passionate italian family Anthony s parents immigrate from Italy.

5 hand-crafted coal-fired pizza Mangiamo! everything in our kitchen is It s all in the sauce As [Let s a Eat!] young boy pizza is baked at a 1,000 f temperature and is served lightly charred. lovingly made from scratch. in New York, little Anthony Russo found his love for traditional Italian dishes in his grandparents kitchen. And each summer, he discovered more as relatives visited from Naples and Sicily to share their recipes. antipasti insalata zuppe flatbread bruschetta 1978 The Russo family opens their first restaurant Chef Russo opens Anthony s Pizzeria in Clear Lake, Texas. Introduction of the New York Pizzeria concept. Chef Russo unveils his Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen concept.

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7 antipasti Get started with some great-tasting Italian beginnings. Mozzarella Fritti Fresh buffalo mozzarella, lightly battered and fried, with a side of Russo s homemade marinara sauce. roasted prosciutto Imported buffalo mozzarella cheese wrapped with prosciutto di Parma and fresh basil. Mussels Fra diavolo Fresh steamed mussels in a spicy hot Pinot Grigio marinara sauce. arancini Sicilian rice balls loaded with Italian herbs, Grana Padano romano cheese and bolognese sauce. calamari Fritti Tender calamari seasoned with Sicilian sea salt and pepper, and lightly fried. Served with Russo s homemade marinara sauce. zucchini Fritti Hand-sliced fresh zucchini, lightly breaded and fried, served with Russo s homemade marinara sauce. spinach & artichoke dip Creamy blend of spinach, artichokes and romano cheese, baked in our coal-fired oven. Served with fresh foccacia bread. coal-fired Wings Jumbo wings baked in our coal-fired oven and tossed in our Russo s signature wing sauce. Meatballs pomodoro Two delicious large homemade Italian meatballs with Chianti-braised meat sauce. coal-fired garlic knots Homemade pizza dough topped with extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and romano cheese. Served with a side of Russo s homemade marinara sauce.

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9 Insalata Add chicken to any salad for Russo s salad dressings are hand-prepared fresh daily with award-winning D.O.P. Sicilian extra virgin olive oil and the freshest, premium ingredients. Salads come prepared as described below, unless a different dressing is chosen from the following options: Chianti balsamic vinaigrette, ranch, or blue cheese dressings. house Crisp romaine lettuce and garden-fresh vegetables. cucumber Cucumbers, roma tomatoes, feta, onion, kalamata olives, pepperoncini and fresh garlic, tossed with sicilian extra virgin olive oil. greek Fresh romaine lettuce, feta cheese and crisp garden vegetables, in our house Chianti balsamic dressing. caesar* Romaine lettuce and freshly prepared pecorino romano Caesar dressing. harlem beet Coal-fired beets, dolce gorgonzola, romaine lettuce, cucumbers, kalamata olives, roma tomatoes and glazed pistachios, drizzled with Chianti balsamic vinaigrette. Mediterranean Crisp romaine lettuce, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, crisp garden vegetables and gorgonzola cheese, in our house Chianti balsamic dressing. caprese Vine-ripened roma tomatoes, all-natural buffalo mozzarella cheese and fresh basil, drizzled with organic Sicilian extra virgin olive oil and balsamic. tuscan chicken Grilled chicken over romaine lettuce, tortellini pasta, feta cheese, roasted peppers, with house-made pesto sauce. cavolo nero Dinosaur black kale tossed with homemade Caesar dressing, crispy proscuitto di Parma, pine nuts and gorgonzola cheese. *Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase the risk of food-borne illness.

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11 zuppe Our soups are homemade with the freshest ingredients with a kick of authentic Italian flavor. tomato basil Roasted roma tomatoes and sweet basil, in a creamy tomato bisque. Minestrone Fresh garden vegetables, cannellini beans and penne pasta, in a savory vegetable broth. tortellini brodo Fresh cheese tortellini, succulent chicken, fresh spinach and roma tomatoes, in a light chicken broth. clam chowder Traditional New England-style clam chowder. CoalFired Flatbread Bruschetta pomodoro Roma tomatoes, Sicilian extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic and sweet basil. PROSCIUTTO& Fig Prosciutto crudo di Parma, Mediterranean figs and shaved parmigiano reggiano cheese. roastedgarlic Garlic with rosemary, pecorino romano, and sea salt. greco Roma tomatoes, feta cheese, spinach, kalamata olives, with garlic olive oil sauce.

12 Chef Russo is often found jotting down new recipes whenever and wherever inspiration strikes.

13 Anthony went on to train formally, and has studied cuisine across America and Italy. But his family s unrelenting passion for the finest, freshest ingredients is what has made him the chef he is today. pizza napoletana specialty pizzas calzone create-your-own pizza

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15 Pizza Napoletana Coal-fired, thin-crust, square pizza serves 1 to 2. Mona lisa Homemade pizza sauce, sliced buffalo mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, oregano and Sicilian extra virgin olive oil. soho Your choice of up to 3 toppings* with olive oil and homemade garlic or pizza sauce. *Choose your toppings from the list at the end of this section. paisano Pepperoni, sliced sausage, crisp red onions, Italian roasted peppers, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. prosciutto & arugula Proscuitto di Parma, wild arugula, ricotta, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our house-made pesto sauce. andrea s specialty Grilled chicken, prosciutto di Parma, spinach, roma tomatoes, and gorgonzola cheese, with extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. spinach & artichoke spinach, artichoke hearts, all-natural mozzarella cheese and roasted garlic, in a creamy Alfredo sauce. clams casino Fresh clams, prosciutto di Parma, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, with fresh basil and chili pepper. Quattro ForMaggio Ricotta, mozzarella, romano, and gorgonzola cheeses, with garlic and extra virgin olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil.

16 -Fired Coal New York-Style Specialty pizza gluten free - available 12 Hand-tossed, coal-fired pizza made from the finest ingredients. Half-and-Half Pizza: Toppings added to half of a pizza will be charged at full price. Medium 12 serves 1-2 / Large 16 serves 2-4 only Margherita Vine-ripened roma tomatoes, fresh basil, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. greek Spinach, black olives, roma tomatoes, all-natural mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. prosciutto Fresh roma tomatoes, sweet basil, thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma reserve, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. caprese Fresh buffalo mozzarella, roma tomatoes, sweet basil, and fresh garlic, with all-natural mozzarella cheese and our homemade pizza sauce. chicken rustica Spinach, roma tomatoes, chicken, basil, feta cheese, all-natural mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. pesto chicken Grilled chicken, spinach, feta cheese and all-natural mozzarella cheese, in our house-made pesto sauce. Manhattan Sliced Italian sausage, roasted peppers, white onions, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce. Mulberry Crumbled spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, beef, and all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce. italian Works Sliced Italian sausage, pepperoni, roasted peppers, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce.

17 new york village Crumbled spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, beef, mushrooms, black olives, roasted peppers, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce. heart-healthy veggie Fresh spinach, artichokes, mushrooms, roma tomatoes, white onion, sweet basil, all-natural mozzarella cheese and extra virgin olive oil garlic sauce. vegetarian Fresh spinach, vine-ripened roma tomatoes, roasted peppers, white onion, garden-fresh mushrooms, black olives, garlic, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce. prosciutto & egg Prosciutto di Parma, farm-fresh eggs with all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce, sprinkled with sweet basil. buffalo chicken Spicy chicken, red onions, all-natural mozzarella cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce and spicy hot sauce. brooklyn special Crumbled spicy Italian sausage, Italian roasted peppers, ricotta cheese, with our homemade pizza sauce and all-natural mozzarella cheese. broadway special Premium bison beef, Italian sausage, proscuitto di Parma, red onions, with our homemade pizza sauce, and all-natural mozzarella cheese. XL 28 Party Pizza Perfect for a birthday, lunch, or any special occasion. Serves 8 to 10 people. Additional toppings (each) Our pizzas are baked in a coal-fired oven at 1,000 F temperature and are typically lightly charred and well-done.

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19 create-your-own coal-fired NY-Style Pizza gluten free - available 12 only Hand-tossed pizza baked in a coal-fired oven. Half-and-Half Pizza: Toppings added to half of a pizza will be charged at full price. MediuM 12 large 16 serves 1-2 Medium price per topping serves 2-4 Large price per topping Additional Toppings Anchovies Angus Beef Artichoke Hearts bison beef Black Olives Buffalo Mozzarella Canadian Bacon Crumbled Spicy Italian Sausage Eggplant Eggs extra mozzarella Feta Cheese Fresh Basil Gorgonzola Cheese Grilled Chicken Jalapeños Kalamata Olives Meatballs Mushrooms Calzones CoalFired new york Arugula Spinach Pepperoni Pineapple Portobello Mushrooms Prosciutto di Parma Red Onions Ricotta Cheese Roasted Peppers Roma Tomatoes romano cheese Sliced Italian Sausage Sopressata Salami Sun-Dried Tomatoes White Onions Stuffed, folded and baked in a coal-fired oven. Served with a side of Russo s homemade marinara sauce. Ricotta cheese, Canadian bacon and all-natural mozzarella cheese. stromboli Pepperoni, Italian sausage, fresh mushrooms, black olives, bell peppers and all-natural mozzarella cheese. greek calzone All-natural mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, fresh spinach, tomatoes and garlic. create-your-own Up to 4 toppings* of your choice, mozzarella included. *Choose your toppings from the list above.

20 chef russo learned the importance of fresh ingredients while picking home-grown herbs and vegetables in the family s backyard garden.

21 it s all in the ingredients. Olive Oil All of our menu items are prepared with award-winning cold press Sicilian volcanic extra virgin olive oil D.O.P. Sicily, Italy. Vegetables Chef-selected fresh produce from farmers markets. Fresh Dough Our pizza dough is handmade fresh daily, using extra virgin olive oil and premium flour with no additives or preservatives 100% naturally good. Cheese Produced exclusively for Russo s, our premium 100% mozzarella cheese is all-natural with no additives. High in calcium and a good source of protein. Tomato Sauces Our sauces are crafted from hand-picked tomatoes that are hand-crushed and full of extraordinary flavors. And, in keeping with our traditional family values, our sauces contain no additives or preservatives. Balsamic Salad Dressing Prepared with D.O.P. extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar, Chianti red wine and Italian herbs. Caesar Dressing This is the real deal! House-made using D.O.P. extra virgin olive oil, roasted garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovies, and aged reggiano cheese. Balsamic Vinegar We proudly pour Il Modini Balsamico estate-aged Montegibbio di Modena. Wine vinegars aged between 5 to 25 years are a highly sophisticated condiment and a great digestive. sandwiches fresh pastas house specialties

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23 PiadinabreadSandwich flat Thin and crispy Italian flatbread baked in our coal-fired oven. chicken portobello Grilled chicken, sautéed fresh spinach, Portobello mushrooms and all-natural mozzarella cheese. eggplant parmesan Layered fresh eggplant with Russo s homemade marinara sauce, fresh basil and all-natural mozzarella cheese. caprese & arugula Fresh mozzarella, peppery arugula, sweet basil, crisp red onions, tasty roma tomatoe s and Sicilian extra virgin olive oil. little italy Flatbread Prosciutto di Parma, sopressata salami, mortadella, provolone cheese, roma tomatoes, red onions, and romaine lettuce, with olive dressing. Meatball parmesan Homemade Italian meatballs and all-natural mozzarella cheese, with Chianti-braised meat sauce. pollo lucia Grilled chicken, sautéed spinach, red onions, Italian roasted red peppers, and all-natural mozzarella cheese, in a house-made pesto sauce. chicken parmesan Breaded chicken breast, Russo s homemade marinara sauce, sweet basil, and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

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25 Fresh Pastas All Russo s pastas are made fresh in our kitchen and cooked with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt. er. spaghetti ravioli al rosso spaghetti amatriciana chicken al pesto Your choice of Russo s famous meatballs or spicy Italian sausage. Spaghetti pasta, prosciutto di Parma and roasted garlic, with Russo s homemade marinara sauce. pasta pomodoro p avaailsatbale in MultiGrain Gluten-free& Ask your se rv Cheese ravioli topped with fresh basil and vodka marinara sauce. Grilled chicken with house-made pesto sauce, romano cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts, over penne pasta. Fettuccine alfredo Angel hair pasta, fresh basil, olive oil, and fresh garlic, with Russo s homemade marinara sauce. Fresh fettuccine swirled in a light garlic cream sauce with a sprinkling of aged pecorino romano cheese. gemelli carbonara gnocchi bolognese Thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma, crisp red onions, garlic, with romano cream sauce. Homemade potato pasta topped with fresh Chianti bolognese meat sauce. baked ziti Penne pasta, ricotta cheese, all-natural mozzarella cheese, pecorino romano, sweet basil, with russo s homemade marinara sauce. gnocchi al pesto Homemade potato pasta topped with house-made pesto sauce and romano. cannelloni Rolled fresh pasta stuffed with spinach, chicken, all-natural mozzarella cheese, topped with Russo s homemade marinara sauce. paglia e Fieno Spinach pasta tossed with semolina pasta, prosciutto, peas, and Portobello mushrooms in a pecorino cream sauce. chicken puttanesca Penne pasta, chicken, kalamata olives, roma tomatoes, garlic, capers and basil, with a spicy anchovy marinara. penne Mediterranean Spinach with penne pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, premium feta cheese and Sicilian extra virgin olive oil, in freshly prepared garlic sauce. lasagna Fresh pasta delicately woven with Chiantibraised meat sauce, basil, premium ricotta and all-natural mozzarella cheese.

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27 House Specialties eggplant parmesan Our made-to-order, signature dishes are inspired by our Italian roots. p avaailsatbale in MultiGrain Gluten-free& Ask your se rv veal parmesan Fresh eggplant, all-natural mozzarella and romano cheese and basil, on a bed of fresh spaghetti with Russo s homemade marinara sauce. Seasoned breaded veal in Chianti-braised meat sauce with all-natural mozzarella cheese, served with fresh pasta. chicken Marsala Tender veal sautéed with Portobello mushrooms in a gorgonzola cream sauce, atop angel hair pasta. Succulent chicken with Portobello mushrooms over fresh fettuccine pasta, in a decadent floral Marsala wine sauce. veal gorgonzola nona s eggplant eggplant stuffed with Italian sausage, mushrooms, romano cheese, baked in a coal-fired oven. served with pasta. chicken parmesan russo s roasted peppers Seasoned breaded chicken, all-natural mozzarella and grated romano cheeses, fresh basil and Russo s homemade marinara sauce, served over a generous helping of spaghetti. Stuffed roasted peppers with risotto, pine nuts, beef, romano cheese, fresh basil, house-made pesto sauce and gemelli pasta. chicken picatta Tender chicken, prosciutto di Parma, imported provolone, and spinach over fresh fettuccine pasta, in a white wine sauce. chicken Milanese Braised veal and beef-stuffed pasta, fresh garlic, mushrooms and prosciutto di Parma, topped with a divine Marsala cream sauce. Succulent chicken, Portobello mushrooms, capers, and sun-dried tomatoes over freshly prepared fettuccine, in a lemony garlic white wine sauce. Breaded chicken pan-seared with capers, fresh roma tomatoes, gorgonzola cheese, white wine lemon garlic sauce on bed of fresh arugula. chicken saltimbocca tortellacci er.

28 As a child, Chef Russo perfected rolling dough around a broom handle...

29 ...to form the perfect cannoli shells under the careful guidance of his Grandma Caramagna. seafood specialties brunch desserts

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31 Seafood Specialties Our fresh selection of seafood specialties is sure to please. pasta san Marco Tender chicken, shrimp, Portobello mushrooms and fresh roma tomatoes, served with vodka tomato cream sauce over fettuccine pasta. shrimp Florentine Shrimp, mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, with lemon garlic wine sauce over spinach pasta. clams al cartoccio Spaghetti pasta with fresh clams, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes and garlic, baked in a coal-fired oven. spaghetti di Mare Fresh shrimp, clams, mussels and calamari, swirled together in a spicy Pinot grigio marinara sauce and served over freshly prepared spaghetti. shrimp Fra diavolo Fresh jumbo shrimp over angel hair pasta, in a spicy marinara sauce. shrimp tortellini Shrimp sautéed with roma tomatoes, in gorgonzola tomato cream sauce. lobster ravioli Fresh Maine lobster-stuffed ravioli and roma tomatoes, in a rich mascarpone tomato cream sauce.

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33 Italian Brunch Served Saturday & Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. bo omless mimtto sas Fresh ora infuse nge juice Prosecod with wine italian-style French toast empire stack pancakes Our stack Frittata di pasta Freshly prepared angel hair pasta, romano cheese, pine nuts, fresh Italian parsley and imported Genoa salami. crespelle primavera Frittata di verdura Chefselected zucchini and Portobello mushrooms, ricotta and black pepper. nutella hazelnut crespelle With Decadently filled with creamy Nutella chocolate. spinach & Feta omelet Served with a side of roasted potatoes. of fluffy buttermilk pancakes, topped with fresh fruit and served with maple syrup. Filled with ricotta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, topped with tomato cream sauce. Nutella chocolate, fresh strawberries, and bananas, and topped with whipped cream. uova and salsiccia Two poached eggs, golden potatoes, crispy prosciutto di Parma and Italian sausage, crumbled over fresh spinach. create-your-own breakfast pizza 12 only. Served with your choice of pizza sauce, garlic sauce, or pesto sauce. Choose up to 4 toppings; fresh spinach, eggs, salami, proscuitto di Parma, roasted potatoes, bacon, onions, roasted tomatoes, Italian sausage, roasted peppers, and fresh jalapeños. Flatbread breakfast sandwich Scrambled eggs, coal-fired roasted peppers, spicy sausage and provolone. create-your-own omelet Served with potatoes. Your choice of up to 4 toppings, including spinach, feta cheese, Portobello mushrooms, prosciutto di Parma, zucchini, tomatoes, jalapeños, Italian sausage, onions, roasted peppers, artichoke hearts, and sun-dried tomatoes. * Egg white substitute available for all egg dishes.

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35 dessert Choose from a variety of our sweet offerings for you to enjoy now, or take it to-go and indulge later. new york cheesecake Cheesecake so creamy, so smooth, so satisfying, it makes the Statue of Liberty smile. pistachio cheesecake Hand-crafted New York-style cheesecake layered with decadent pistachio cream. oreo stack cheesecake A luxurious twist on a childhood favorite. A creamy white chocolate cheesecake sprinkled generously with crushed Oreo cookies. big chocolate cake our colossal chocolate cake is layer upon layer of dark, moist chocolate cake sandwiched with our silkiest smooth chocolate filling, piled high with chunks of cake. tiramisu House-made with ladyfingers soaked in espresso and Kahlua, layered with fresh mascarpone cheese. italian cannoli An Italian hand-crafted pastry shell filled with fresh ricotta cheese and chocolate. red velvet cake Red velvet cake layered with deep chocolate truffle filling, then filled and frosted with a tangy cream cheese icing. italian cream cake Sweet cream cake with coconut and pecans and cream cheese frosting. chocolate italian cream cake A chocolate take on our classic Italian cream cake. carrot cake Moist carrot cake studded with raisins, walnuts, and pineapple. Finished with smooth cream cheese icing.

36 gluten-free no preservatives all-natural always fresh gluten-free pizza Chef Russo is introducing a Gluten-Free Pizza that s full of flavor. With our passion for freshness and quality, you can now take home the authentic Italian flavors perfected in our restaurants. try it today! Gluten-Free Crust Award-Winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil All-Natural Pizza Sauce Chef-Selected Tomatoes Premium Mozzarella Garden-Fresh Ingredients give the gift of la dolce vita! gift cards now available Ask your server for details.

37 franchise opportunities In a business built on secret recipes, our key ingredient is you Visit FranchiseRussos.com for more information Our New York-Style & Coal-Fired restaurants are based on a tradition of family values, authentic Italian cuisine, franchise excellence, and average under 50% food and labor costs. Download a free QR Reader app on your smartphone. Scan QR Code to get more Franchise information.

38 RussoRestaurants.com Gluten-Free Pizza Available Free Delivery Order Online 18% gratuity will be added for parties of eight or more. russo s coal-fired italian kitchen is a registered tradmark of new york pizzeria, inc. 2013