Alza Osteria – Italian
Alza Osteria invites guests into a spirited, warm-hued space where the air is thick with the irresistible scent of toasted garlic and simmering marinara. This lively gathering spot celebrates the art of the shared meal, offering a parade of crispy fried greens, briny steamed clams, and savory meatballs that turn every table into a vibrant celebration of Mediterranean-inspired comfort.
South Kraemer Boulevard +17149901044 http://www.alzaosteria.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, tlc, alkaline, renal, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, aip, juice-cleanse, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate Alza as a reliable destination for a casual lunch with friends, noting the adequate portion sizes and straightforward dining experience. Praised for its low-key atmosphere, reviewers highlight the setting as a practical choice for those seeking a relaxed midday meal in an approachable and unpretentious environment.
Menu
Appetizers
- Bruschetta: roma tomatoes, basil, shallots & EVOO served with garlic rubbed crostini & balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Olive Tapenade: three varieties of olives, artichoke, italian herbs & EVOO served with crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Beans: crisp battered green beans with spicy ginger aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Zucchini: golden & crispy, served with ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari: crispy calamari served with lemon & marinara Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Clams: little neck clams in a herb white wine butter sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings: buffalo, barbecue or parmesan garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs: three house made meatballs topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, served with crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Twists: bread twists brushed with garlic butter & dusted with romano, served with ranch or marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread: fresh baked Italian bread baked with garlic butter & romano cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stromboli: choice of pepperoni or veggie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Rolls: two spicy Italian sausages links stuffed with mozzarella, rolled in fresh pizza dough, baked then brushed with garlic butter & dusted with romano Available at: dinner, lunch
Flatbreads
- Chipotle Shrimp Flatbread: shrimp, red onion, mozzarella, jalapeno, cilantro, chipotle aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Flatbread: mozzarella, tomato, bell pepper, mushroom, olives, onion, roasted garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Flatbread: caramelized onion, mozzarella, goat cheese, pine nuts, chicken, balsamic glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pesto Flatbread: pesto, mozzarella, spinach, chicken, balsamic glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
Paninis & Subs
- Turkey Pesto Panini: house roasted turkey, provolone, tomato, pesto aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Chicken Panini: chicken, red onion, bacon, cheddar, tomato, chipotle aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Panini: fresh mozzarella, fresh & sun dried tomato, basil, pesto aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Sub: cold cuts, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, italian dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Sub: house roasted turkey, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, italian dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan Sub: breaded chicken, marinara, mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Sub: house made meatballs, marinara, mozzarella Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Minestrone Soup: house made italian classic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day: house made soup of the day Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad: romaine, mixed greens, mozzarella, tomato, olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad: romaine, mixed greens, romano, parmesan garlic croutons, caesar dressing, lemon wedge Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto Salad: romaine, mixed greens, mozzarella, tomato, salami, mortadella, ham, black olives, pepperoncini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad: romaine, mixed greens, artichoke hearts, sun dried tomatoes, red & yellow bell pepper, feta cheese Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad: romaine, mixed greens, diced tomato, egg, bacon, avocado, gorgonzola, grilled chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Strawberry Salad: romaine, mixed greens, red onion, strawberries, glazed pecans, goat cheese, grilled chicken, raspberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- A'tavola Salad: romaine, mixed greens, sun dried tomatoes, red grapes, glazed pecans, gorgonzola, raspberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad: fresh mozzarella cheese, roma tomato, basil, EVOO, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Wedge: iceberg lettuce, diced tomato, bacon, gorgonzola, bleu cheese dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastas
- Spaghetti Bolognese: spaghetti with meat sauce & meatballs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Aglio e Olio: spaghetti with garlic & olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccini Alfredo: fettuccini tossed with creamy alfredo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capellini Pesto: capellini tossed with classic or creamy house made pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli: meat or cheese ravioli with marinara or bolognese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Florentine: spinach & cheese ravioli with sun dried tomatoes in alfredo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage & Peppers Pasta: penne pasta tossed with italian sausage & bell pepper in marsala wine marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Arrabiata: penne pasta with choice of chicken or italian sausage tossed in a creamy marinara with a hint of spice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Giovanni: penne pasta, diced chicken, sun dried tomatoes & artichoke hearts tossed in a parma rosa sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Giovanni: fresh cheese tortellini with diced italian sausage sauteed in marsala wine with marinara, topped with melted mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Piccata: sauteed chicken breast in a lemon butter caper sauce over capellini Available at: dinner, lunch
Baked Dishes
- Lasagne: five layer lasagne, ricotta, romano & mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmesan: breaded eggplant with marinara & melted mozzarella, served with penne alla siciliana Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan: breaded chicken with marinara and melted mozzarella, served with penne alla siciliana Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne alla Siciliana: penne pasta tossed with marinara, ricotta & romano cheese, topped with mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manicotti: house made crepes filled with ricotta, mozzarella, romano and spinach, with marinara and melted mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cannelloni: house made crepes filled with seasoned beef and spinach with marinara & melted mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Salmon Mediterranean: fresh atlantic salmon seared in olive oil in a white wine butter sauce with mushrooms, olives, artichoke & capers, served with sauteed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon alla Vodka: fresh atlantic salmon seared in olive oil atop a bed of capellini pasta tossed in a smokey vodka sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescatore: linguine with jumbo shrimp, scallops and clams in white, red or parma rosa sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo: linguine tossed with shrimp in spicy marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Clam Linguine: fresh clams sauteed with linguine with choice of white wine or marinara sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Scallops: shrimp & scallops sauteed in white wine, garlic cream or parma rosa over capellini Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- The Works Pizza: mushroom, pepperoni, olives, onion, green bell pepper, italian sausage, extra cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Pizza: mushroom, olives, tomato, bell pepper, eggplant, onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Pizza: fresh mozzarella, EVOO, tomato, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Chicken Pizza: barbecue sauce, chicken red onion, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hawaiian Pizza: pineapple, canadian bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Pizza: shrimp, scallops, alfredo, pesto, tomatoes, parmesan garlic crust Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Carnivore Pizza: pepperoni, italian sausage, bacon bits, canadian bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Florentine Pizza: prosciutto, spinach, sun dried tomato, alfredo pine nuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calzone: baked turnover with ricotta & mozzarella, garnished with garlic butter & romano cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $4.5: coffee liqueur soaked lady fingers layered with chocolate mouse & mascarpone cream
- Cannoli - $4.5: italian pastry filled with sweetened ricotta and mascarpone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Sides
- Herb Roasted Potatoes: oven roasted red potatoes seasoned & tossed with olive oil, garlic and italian herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Garlic Broccoli: oven roasted broccoli florets tossed with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, sea salt & pepper, topped with romano and lemon zest Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs or Sausages: house made meatballs or italian sausages baked with marinara and mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Restaurants near Alza Osteria
- Chuck E. Cheese — Italian
- Fratellino's Italian Restaurant — Italian
- Papa John's — Italian
- Napolini Pizzeria — Italian
- Wine Country Trattoria — Italian
- Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta — Italian
- BiG AL'S Pizzeria — Italian
- Renata's Cafe Italiano — Italian
- Francoli Gourmet — Italian
- Terra Wood-Fired Kitchen — Italian
- Two Saucy Broads — Italian
- Papa Pizza Pie — Italian
