Trattoria San Nicola – Italian
This vibrant neighborhood gem captures the heart of Italian hospitality, drawing guests in with the irresistible aroma of sizzling garlic and wood-roasted peppers. Plates of tender eggplant rolls and salt-kissed calamari emerge from the kitchen to join colorful spreads of fresh bruschetta and peppery arugula, creating a tapestry of traditional flavors meant for lingering over. From the warmth of the sautéed seafood to the crisp snap of golden garlic bread, every dish reflects a commitment to simple, soulful cooking in an atmosphere that feels both elegant and intimately familiar.
Manor Road +16106958990 http://sannicola.netRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding food and generous portions, frequently highlighting the attentive and knowledgeable service that makes every guest feel welcome. Celebrated for its inviting space and warm atmosphere, reviewers consistently praise the staff's expertise and the overall quality of the dining experience. Guests love the memorable environment, noting it as a perfect spot to enjoy a high-quality meal with friends.
Menu
Starters
- Roasted Peppers - $5.75 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta with Tomato and Mozzarella - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese and Peppers Plate - $7.25
- Escarole - $4.5: Cooked Escarole sautéed with olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Eggplant Rolls - $7.25: Lightly batter dipped eggplant slices rolled around provolone cheese, asparagus, basil and capers in a garlic tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto with Arugula - $8.5: Thinly sliced imported prosciutto served with arugula in a balsamic vinaigrette and sharp provolone cheese Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $9.25: Flour dusted calamari, deep-fried with a side of spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Seafood Salad - $9.75: Steamed clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari and sea scallops seasoned with olive oil and lemon juice
- Sautéed Calamari with Tomato - $9.25: Calamari (tubes and tentacles), sautéed with garlic, white wine and a mildly spiced tomato sauce
Soups
- Pasta and Bean Soup - $7.5: Cannellini beans, diced potatoes and pasta simmered with chicken broth
- Cream of Tomato with Crab Meat - $8.75: Cream of tomato soup flavored with crab meat
Salads
- Ricotta Salad - $8.5: Arugula salad tossed with honey grapefruit vinaigrette, sliced pears, salted ricotta cheese and raisins
- Arugula and Gorgonzola Salad - $8.5: Arugula tossed in raspberry vinaigrette with croutons, walnuts and gorgonzola cheese
- San Nicola Salad - $9.5: Grilled sea scallops, shrimp and toasted almonds tossed with romaine lettuce and Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Arugula Salad with Smoked Salmon - $8.75: Arugula salad tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette dressing, diced tomatoes, topped with smoked salmon, finely sliced onions and capers
- House Salad - $7
- Caesar Salad - $7.5
Pasta
- Linguine with Broccoli Rabe - $16.5: Linguini sautéed with olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper, broccoli rabe, mushrooms, and diced tomatoes
- Spaghetti with Shrimp - $17.25: Capellini pasta sautéed with shrimp and a brandy flavored cream sauce
- Penne Gorgonzola - $16.75: Penne pasta sautéed with a cream-tomato sauce, gorgonzola cheese, smoked salmon and capers
- Ravioli with Cream Sauce - $16.5: Spinach and ricotta stuffed half moon ravioli served in a cream sauce, garnished with basil and diced tomatoes
- Lobster Ravioli - $19.25: Black ink ravioli stuffed with ricotta cheese and lobster meat, sautéed in a spicy oil and garlic sauce topped with crab meat and diced tomatoes
- Chicken Cannelloni - $17.5: Chicken and spinach stuffed pasta baked in an aurora sauce
- Tortellini Bolognese - $17.75: Veal stuffed tortellini served in a tomato meat sauce and melted mozzarella cheese
- Crepe Lasagna Bolognese - $18.25: Crepes layered with a tomato meat sauce, béchamel and grated pecorino romano cheese
- Capellini with Clams - $18.25: Capellini pasta with olive oil, garlic, crushed red peppers and fresh clams
- Linguine with Seafood - $19.25: Linguini with baby shrimp, scallops, calamari, mussels and clams in a mildly spicy tomato sauce
- Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Meatballs - $18.5: Whole wheat spaghetti pasta served with meatballs braised in tomato sauce
Main Courses
- Grilled Salmon Filet - $24.75: Grilled salmon filet served with salmoriglio sauce
- Grilled Swordfish - $24: Grilled swordfish served with a fresh tomato chutney, basil and capers
- Grilled Red Snapper with Cream Sauce - $23.5: Grilled red snapper filet served with a white wine lobster base cream sauce, roasted peppers and toasted almonds
- Grilled Jumbo Shrimp and Sea Scallops - $26.5: Grilled jumbo shrimp and sea scallops brushed with chopped garlic, herbs and fresh lemon juice
- Red Snapper Livornese - $25: Red snapper filet, mussels, scallops and herbs, braised in a white wine, garlic and tomato sauce
- Baked Branzino - $24.75: Branzino filets baked in a casserole dish with olive oil, white wine and lemon juice
- Beef Filet - $26: 9-10 oz. beef filet grilled and served with a Barolo wine demiglace, roasted garlic and fresh rosemary
- Grilled Veal Chop - $26: Grilled, grain-fed veal chop served with garlic sautéed mushrooms
- Veal Marsala - $23.5: Veal medallions sauteed with marsala sauce and mushrooms
- Veal Braciola Barese - $25: Veal medallions rolled with parmesan chunks, chopped garlic and basil braised in a tomato sauce
- Veal Parmigiana - $24: Breaded veal cutlet served with garlic tomato sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese
- Rack of Lamb - $26: Rack of lamb grilled and served in a red wine flavored demiglace and fresh mint
- Chicken Saltimbocca - $22: Boneless chicken breast sautéed in a white wine demiglace, layered with thinly sliced prosciutto, fresh sage and melted mozzarella cheese
- Chicken Parmigiana - $21.75: Breaded chicken cutlet served with garlic tomato sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese
Desserts
- Chocolate Cake - $7.5: Classic old fashioned chocolate fudge cake served with Nocello cream sauce
- Cannoli with Ricotta - $7.25: A Cannoli shell stuffed with ricotta cheese and chocolate chips served with chocolate sauce
- Strawberries with Peach Liqueur Ice Cream - $7: Strawberries with ice cream and peach liqueur
- Double Chocolate Mousse - $7.5: Layers of white and dark chocolate mousse and candied cherries served with Nocello cream sauce
- Coffee Tiramisu - $7: Traditional coffee flavored sponge cake topped with rich cocoa served with Nocello cream sauce
- Cappuccino Truffle - $7.75: Cappuccino flavored ice cream covered with a hard chocolate shell served with chocolate sauce
- Affogato with Chocolate Liqueur - $7.5: Vanilla ice cream with chocolate liqueur, whipped cream, and almonds
- Spanish Cup Gelato - $7.5: Vanilla and amarena cherry gelato swirled together topped with real amarena cherries
- Caramel Custard - $6.75: Italian style custard served with caramel sauce and whipped cream
- Cheesecake - $7.5: Smooth and creamy gourmet cheesecake baked atop a fresh crust served with a strawberry puree sauce
- Limoncello Truffle - $7.75: Fresh lemon gelato, with a limoncello cream center served with Nocello cream sauce
- Gelato and Sorbet Assortment - $7: An assortment of gelato and sorbet flavors
Beverages
- Chocolate Martini - $8.75: A blend of delicious dark chocolate and vanilla liqueurs
- Caramel Apple Martini - $8.75: Caramel candy apple flavored martini
- Tiramisu Martini - $8.75: Served with a lady finger cookie
- Espresso Martini - $8.75: A blend of vodka, liqueurs and fresh espresso
- Bacio Coffee - $7: Specialty coffee drink made with a blend of liqueurs
- Drunk Priest Coffee - $7: A blend of chocolate liqueurs, Frangelico, and fresh coffee
- Espresso - $2.5
- Cappuccino - $2.75
- Coffee or Tea - $2.25
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