The Italian Grille – Italian
The Italian Grille invites guests into a warm, inviting space where the air is thick with the savory aroma of bubbling mozzarella and herb-infused sauces. Artisanal eight-inch pizzas take center stage, offering a canvas of flavors that range from the classic simplicity of a sun-ripened Margherita to the decadent, velvety layers of a signature chicken alfredo pie. Each personal-sized creation is crafted with a focus on vibrant ingredients and a perfectly crisped crust, making every visit a cozy exploration of traditional and contemporary Italian-inspired comfort.
227 North Duesenberg Drive, Auburn IN 46706 https://theitaliangrille.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, vegan, keto, low-carb, dairy-free, nut-free, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, mediterranean, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, tlc, alkaline, aip, zone, volumetrics, carnivore, renal, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming staff and prompt service, guests consistently praise the dependable quality and warm hospitality that make this a long-standing favorite. Standout dishes include the perfectly prepared Margherita pizza and flavorful grilled bites, which reviewers highlight for always being served fresh and hot.
Menu
Small Pizza
- Small 8" Cheese - $8.85 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small 8" 1 Topping - $9.85 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small 8" 2 Toppings - $10.89 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small The Italian Pie - $12.25: Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers, baked on top of our homemade pizza crust Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Margherita Pizza - $12.25: Olive oil, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and topped with fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Carne Feast - $12.25: Pepperoni, sausage, hamburger, and bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Veggie Pizza - $12.25: Mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, and green peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza - $12.25: Creamy ranch sauce, grilled chicken, and bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small The Original BBQ Chicken - $12.25: Chicken, BBQ sauce, red onion, and fresh cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Chicken Alfredo - $12.25: Alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, Italian cheese blend, and tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Taco Pizza - $12.25: Salsa, Italian cheese blend, hamburger, cheddar cheese, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Medium Pizza
- Medium 10" Cheese - $14.74 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium 10" 1 Topping - $16.15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium 10" 2 Toppings - $17.55 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium The Italian Pie - $19.6: Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers, baked on top of our homemade pizza crust Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Margherita Pizza - $19.6: Olive oil, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and topped with fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Carne Feast - $19.6: Pepperoni, sausage, hamburger, and bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Veggie Pizza - $19.6: Mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, and green peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza - $19.6: Creamy ranch sauce, grilled chicken, and bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium The Original BBQ Chicken - $19.6: Chicken, BBQ sauce, red onion, and fresh cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Chicken Alfredo - $19.6: Alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, Italian cheese blend, and tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Taco Pizza - $19.6: Salsa, Italian cheese blend, hamburger, cheddar cheese, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
Large Pizza
- Large 14" Cheese - $19.9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large 14" 1 Topping - $21.6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large 14" 2 Toppings - $24.05 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large The Italian Pie - $24.7: Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers, baked on top of our homemade pizza crust Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Margherita Pizza - $24.7: Olive oil, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and topped with fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Carne Feast - $24.7: Pepperoni, sausage, hamburger, and bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Veggie Pizza - $24.7: Mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, and green peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza - $24.7: Creamy ranch sauce, grilled chicken, and bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large The Original BBQ Chicken - $24.7: Chicken, BBQ sauce, red onion, and fresh cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Chicken Alfredo - $24.7: Alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, Italian cheese blend, and tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Taco Pizza - $24.7: Salsa, Italian cheese blend, hamburger, cheddar cheese, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Pasta
- Lasagna - $19.48: Homemade six-layer lasagna with ricotta cheese and our marinara sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adult Mac 'N Cheese - $19.32: Not like you make at home Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rustica - $20.95: Pasta in a chipotle marinara sauce with sausage links, green peppers, mushrooms, and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $19.79: Boneless chicken breast coated with Italian bread crumbs, topped with marinara, and melted Italian cheese blend. Served over a bed of spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Grille Pasta - $20.95: Fettuccine alfredo tossed with grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and peas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Gambero - $21.79: Angel hair pasta with shrimp, onions, green peppers, and cajun spices in our chipotle alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $21.79: Angel hair pasta tossed with shrimp in homemade garlic lemon butter wine sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mezzaluna - $16.75: Delicate moon-shaped ravioli stuffed with cheese and your choice of marinara, alfredo, or garlic butter sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Meatball Special - $17.8 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hometown Mac & Chez - $20.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Create Your Own Pasta - $16.49 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Steaks
- Flat Iron - $29.66: 8 oz. specialty cut steak, cooked to your specification
- Top Sirloin - $30.82: 8 oz. filet of top sirloin, cooked to your specification
- Filet - $44 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Chicken & Seafood
- Chicken Gusto - $23.73: Grilled chicken breast topped with Boursin cheese, sundried tomatoes, and a basil lemon butter sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $23.73: A delicious grilled chicken breast topped with mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Grilled Chicken - $21.53: This chicken breast is grilled and basted with olive oil and herbs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Limone - $23.73: Grilled chicken breast with sauteed mushrooms, finished with lemon butter wine sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp - $24.1: Ten succulent shrimp grilled over our wood flame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon - $29.66: Fresh north atlantic grilled salmon filet prepared over our wood-fired grill Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Full Bruschetta - $11.95: Six pieces of french bread topped with our house-made bruschetta mix and fresh mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full order Breadsticks - $10.45: Six warm breadsticks served with your choice of marinara, garlic butter, or nacho cheese sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grille Bites - $10.45: House-made pizza dough cut into squares. Topped with a garlic sauce and parmesan cheese. Served with nacho cheese or marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Martini - $13.15: Eight chilled shrimp served with cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bang Bang Shrimp - $13.15: Eight shrimp fried and tossed in a creamy spicy house-made sauce. Served on banana peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full order Cheese Fries - $13.15: A pound of steak fries, topped with bacon and a cheese blend Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full order Chippers - $8.7: Our house-made potato chips topped with our special seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 24 Bone-In Wings - $36.85 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 24 Boneless Wings - $30.25 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Ravioli - $9.92 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Ham & Cheese Sandwich - $13.15: Served with lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a hoagie bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Sandwich - $13.15: Homemade meatballs in our house-made marinara sauce with provolone cheese on a hoagie bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Club Sandwich - $13.15: Ham, turkey, bacon, provolone cheese, tomatoes, and Caesar salad mix Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Italian Sandwich - $13.15: Ham, salami, onion, provolone cheese, and Italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cordon Blue Sandwich - $13.15: Chicken, ham, provolone cheese, and honey mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey & Cheese - $13.45: Served with lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a hoagie bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grille Club Sandwich - $14.65: Two chicken strips, two slices of bacon, two slices of cheddar cheese with ham, mayo, lettuce, and tomato on a pretzel bun Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- The Italian Grille Salad - $14.75: Lettuce blend with salami, turkey, tomatoes, Italian cheese blend, and croutons. Served with Italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef Salad - $14.75: Romaine lettuce with ham, eggs, Italian cheese blend, and croutons Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nan's Salad - $14.75: Lettuce blend topped with ham, tomatoes, red onions, mushrooms, green and black olives, Italian cheese blend, and croutons Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $13.9: Romaine lettuce tossed with caesar dressing, topped with parmesan cheese, and croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $14.45: Lettuce blend topped with red onions, tomatoes, black olives, bleu cheese crumbles, and croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ben's Salad - $15.25: Romaine lettuce, topped with cheddar cheese tomatoes, bacon, and hand-battered chicken strips Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Baskets
- Classic Cheeseburger - $14.25: Half-pound burger cooked on a wood-fired grill topped with cheddar cheese served on your choice of pretzel or brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Provolone Burger - $14.65: Half-pound burger topped with bacon and provolone cheese served on your choice of pretzel or brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $13.6: A grilled chicken breast seasoned with Italian spices, topped with lettuce, mayo, and tomato Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Strip Basket - $14.65: Hand-battered chicken strips, served with steak fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes - $4.1 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Pasta - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable of the Day - $5.5 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $4.7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Fries - $4.7 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $5.65 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Potato - $5.4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl of Soup - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side House Salad - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Caesar Salad - $5.8 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Chippers - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli - $3.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cosmic Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Lemonade - $4.15
- Coca-Cola - $4.15: Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Diet Coke - $4.15: Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
- Coca-Cola Zero Sugar - $4.15: Enjoy the great taste of Coca-Cola with zero sugar, zero calories Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sprite - $4.15: Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
- Mocktail - $6
- Coffee - $3.4
Desserts
- Cheesecake - $6.83
- Chocolate Cake - $7.3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Carrot Cake - $7.3
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