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La Fontana Authentic Italian Restaurant

Italian Restaurant, Pizzeria, and Wine Bar$$$$

west of the Ashley, Charleston

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Lunch

Panini & Pasta Lunch Specials‏: Panini / Sandwiches

Handcrafted and Made to Order

6.99

All sandwiches served with choice of side salad or French fries

Pollo Milanese

6.99

Breaded chicken breast with fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes and basil

Salsiccia Italiana

6.99

Greilled Italian‏ sausage, carmelized onions and roasted red peppers

Philly Cheese Steak

6.99

Plus 0.75 per topping

Bella Napoli

6.99

Grilled chicken breast with fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil and roasted peppers

Prosciutto di Parma

6.99

Prosciutto di Parma with fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes and basil

Italiano

6.99

Genoa salami, capicollo, sopresatta and provolone cheese with lettuce and sliced tomatoes

Chicken Cheese Steak

6.99

Plus 0.75 per topping

Panini & Pasta Lunch Specials‏: Pasta

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

6.99

Potato dumplings tossed with a homemade pomodoro and basil sauce with mozzarella cheese

Ravioli

6.99

Homemade cheese ravioli with a pomodoro sauce and basil

Pasta Pomodoro

6.99

Penne or spaghetti tossed in pomodoro sauce

Fettuccine Alfredo

6.99

Besciamella, sherry and parmigiano cream sauce tossed with pasta

Salsiccia Pasta

6.99

Penne or spaghetti in a plum tomato sauce with sweet Italian sausage and caramelized onions

10” Classic Italian Specialty Pizza

Bella Napoli

10.95

San marzano plum tomato sauce, prosciutto di parma, fresh baby spinach, parmigiano and roasted red peppers

Gamberi Alfredo

10.95

Sauteed shrimp, carmelized onions, parmigiano and alfredo sauce

Margherita

10.95

San Marzano‏ plum tomato sauce, fresh sliced mozzarella and fresh basil

Create your own 10" Specialty Pizza‏

Plus 0.75 per topping

Napoletana

6.95

Classic Italian thin crust cheese pizza with san marzano plum tomato sauce

Stromboli’s and Rolls

Stromboli

8.95

Italian stromboli with pepperoni, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, onions and mozzarella

Sausage Roll

8.95

Italian Sausage,‏ Roasted Red Peppers, onions and mozzarella cheese

Veggie Stromboli

8.95

Italian stromboli with baby spinach, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, onions and mozzarella

Pepperoni Roll

8.95

Pepperoni, mushrooms‏ and mozzarella cheese

Calzones‏

Plus 0.75 per topping

Calzone

6.95

Italian Calzone with mozzarella and a touch of ricotta. Add your own toppings

18” 'Take Out Only' Specialty Pizzas

Bada Bing - Bada Boom

17.95

Pepperoni, sausage,‏ ham, extra cheese, onions, roasted peppers, mushrooms and black olives

Veggie Lovers

17.95

Mushrooms, roasted peppers, fresh spinach, artichokes, onions and extra cheese

White Pizza

17.95

Olive oil glaze with mozzarella, ricotta and feta cheeses topped with fresh tomato slices

Meat Lovers

17.95

Pepperoni, sausage, ham, smoked bacon, salami and extra cheese

Greek Pizza

17.95

Olive oil glaze, spinach, garlic, artichokes, olives, extra cheese tomatoes and feta cheese

Naples Delight

17.95

Olive oil glaze with mozzarella and feta cheese fresh tomatoes, onion and black olives

Create your own 18” Take Out Pizza‏

Start with a cheese pizza and add toppings

12.95

Plus 1.50 per topping

Dinner

Antipasti, Zuppa, Insalate (Appetizers, Soups, Salads)‏

Bruschette

6.95

Homemade Italian bread topped with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh vine ripe tomatoes and basil

Impepata di Cozze or Vongole

9.95

Fresh mussels or clams sauteed with garlic and extra Virgin olive oil with either pomodoro sauce or white wine sauce

Antipasto Misto

11.95

Prosciutto, salami,‏ soppressata, provolone, mozzarella, kalamata olives and pickled vegetables dressed with extra virgin olive oil and topped with basil

Stracciatella

4.50

Chicken broth with egg, spinach, parmigiano and roasted garlic

Insalata alla Caesar (Caesar Salad)

5.95

Crisp romaine with home made dressing, parmigiano cheese and toasted croutons

Calamari Fritti (Fried Calamari)

9.95

Fried calamari with a pomodoro sauce

Melanzane Ripiene (Stuffed Eggplant)

9.95

Rolled Eggplant filled with fresh ricotta and fresh mozzarella in a plum tomato sauce

Caprese (Mozzarella Salad)

9.95

Fresh mozzarella and slices of vine ripe tomatoes marinated in a lemon and extra virgin olive oil dressing, topped with fresh basil

Insalata alla Bella Napoli (House Salad)

4.95

Spring mix with roma tomato, red onion and our homemade raspberry vinagrette

Primi Piatti & Pasta (First Course/Pasta)

Add meatballs, sausage, chicken or shrimp to any dish 4.00

Ravioli alla Fontana (Cheese Ravioli)

13.95

Homemade Ravioli with mushrooms, asparagus and sage in white wine sauce

Fettuccine Paglia e Fieno

14.95

Prosciutto, mushrooms, peas, onions in a light cream sauce

Penne alla Puttanesca

13.95

Black olives,‏ capers, roasted garlic and Basil in a spicy pomodoro sauce

Melanzane al Forno (Eggplant Parmesan)

12.95

Eggplant topped with pomodoro sauce and mozzarella cheese served with a side of pasta

Festonate Del Convento

13.95

Wide Pasta with roasted peppers, eggplant and mushrooms in a fresh diced tomato sauce

Spaghetti con Polpette (Spaghetti and Meatballs)

12.95

Meatballs topped‏ with marinara, parmigiano and basil

Spaghetti alla Carbonara

12.95

Sauteed Pancetta‏ and egg with a touch of peppercorn over spaghetti

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

11.95

Potato dumplings tossed with a homemade pomodoro and basil sauce

Fettuccine Alfredo

11.95

Besciamella sherry and parmigiano cream sauce tossed with pasta

Manicotti

12.95

Homemade baked manicotti with ricotta, tomato sauce and Parmigiano

Spaghetti and Vongole Bianca o Marinara

16.95

Clams sauteed in garlic, basil and parsley with either white wine sauce or pomodoro sauce

Rigatoni All’ Abruzzese

12.95

Sauteed onions, peas, sausage and ricotta in a plum tomato sauce

Lasagne alla Napoletana (Lasagna)

13.95

Baked with‏ meat sauce, fresh basil and besciamella sauce

Spaghetti ai Frutti Di Mare

17.95

Shrimp, clams, mussels, and calamari cooked in a garlic, tomato and spinach broth

Secondi Piatti (Second Course/entree)‏: Vitello (Veal)

Served with a side of pasta or vegetables

Vitello Saltimbocca (Veal Samtimbocca)

18.95

Sauteed veal with prosciutto, provolone and fresh sage

Vitello alla Parmigiana (Veal Parmesean)

17.95

Pan-fried veal topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese

Piccata di Vitello (Veal Piccata)

17.95

Sauteed veal with capers, lemon, artichoke hearts and white wine

Vitello al Marsala (Veal Marsala)

17.95

Sauteed veal with mushrooms and marsala wine sauce

Vitello alla Francese (Veal Francese)

17.95

Sauteed veal and asparagus topped with lemon butter sauce

Secondi Piatti (Second Course/entree)‏: Carne (Meat)

Served with a side of pasta or vegetables

Salsiccia alla Griglia

15.95

Sausage sauteed in a garlic and white wine butter sauce

Bistecca alla Griglia (Ribeye Steak)

17.95

8 oz Ribeye grilled to perfection served with salsa verde

Secondi Piatti (Second Course/entree)‏: Pesce (Fish)

Gamberi Agli Scampi (Shrimp Scampi)

16.95

Sauteed shrimp in a garlic, olive oil and lemon butter sauce

Zuppa di Pesce

19.95

Nuggets of white fish, clams, mussels, calamari and shrimp in a plum tomato sauce

Gamberi Alfredo (Shrimp Alfredo)

16.95

Shrimp Sauteed in garlic and Sherry, tossed in our special Alfredo sauce

Secondi Piatti (Second Course/entree)‏: Pollo (Chicken)

Served with a side of pasta or vegetables

Pollo Saltimbocca (Chicken Saltimbocca)

17.95

Sauteed chicken breast with prosciutto, provolone and fresh sage

Pollo alla Parmigiana (Chicken Parmesean)

16.95

Pan-fried Chicken Breast topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese

Pollo alla Caprese (Chicken Caprese)

16.95

Chicken breast topped with basil, roasted garlic and buffalo mozzarella

Piccata di Pollo (Chicken Piccata)

16.95

Sauteed chicken breast with capers, lemon, artichoke hearts and white wine

Pollo al Marsala (Chicken Marsala)

16.95

Sauteed chicken breast in a mushroom and marsala sauce

Pollo alla Fiorentina (Chicken Florentine)

17.95

Chicken breast‏ topped with spinach, provolone cheese and roasted garlic

Coscie di Pollo Ripiene (Stuffed Chicken Legs)

17.95

Stuffed chicken legs with spinach, roasted garlic, roasted peppers wrapped in bacon served in a white wine sauce

Desserts & Wine

Dolci‏

Tiramisu

5.95

Homemade classic tiramisu with Italian marscapone cheese and imported lady fingers and espresso

Torta al Ciocolato Calda

5.95

Warm chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream

Cannoli

5.95

A classic cannoli shell or chocolate dipped shell filled to order with sicilian style ricotta filling

Vini

Premium wines by the glass or 1 liter carafe

Vini: White Wines

Pinot Grigio Italia

6.50 27.00

Moscato (Sparkling/Sweet)

6.50 27.00

Riesling CA

6.00 n/a

Chardonnay CA

6.00 n/a

White Zinfandel CA

6.00 n/a

Riesling Loredona - CA

25.00 n/a

Vini: Red Wines

From the “Wine is Bottled Poetry” Cellar

Chianti Italia

7.00 27.00

Lambrusco Italia

6.00 25.00

Merlot CA

6.00 25.00

Montepulciano Italia

6.50 27.00

Banfi Col di Sasso Italia

6.50 27.00

Cabernet Sauvignon CA

6.00 25.00

Pinot Noir CA

6.00 25.00

White Wines of the World‏

Prosecco Mionetto (Sparkling Dry)

28.00

Veneto italia the aroma is fruity, reminiscent of pear and citrus with a slightly floral bouquet. The wine is fresh and crisp with apparent apple and peach flavors

Pinot grigio s. Margherita

46.00

Veneto Italia - The clean, intense aroma and dry flavour with pleasant golden apple aftertaste make santa margherita pinot grigio a wine of great character and versatility

Gavi di Gavi Banfi Principessa

32.00

Piemonte Italia - with attractive fragrances of exotic fruit, this minerally white displays steel ripe citrus fruit character and a fresh finish

Chardonnay Chateau Saint Jean

27.00

Sonoma, CA tasty tropical flavors such as mango, papaya and pineapple with citrus notes, delicately intertwine with aromas of buttery green apple

Vermentino Santadi

31.00

Sardegna Italia‏ - dry, crisp and refreshing with almond, citrus and tropical fruit flavors. Enjoy with seafood and pasta salads

Pinot Grigio Gabbiano

26.00

Veneto Italia Crispy and dry Floral notes caress the nose, with nuances of pear and melon

Sauvignon Blanc Los Vacos

26.00

Chile ripe fruits and crisp acidity combine to give a wonderfully clean and well-structured finish

Red Wines of the World

Chianti Melini

26.00

Toscana, Italia Fragrant and elegant aromas make this a great, affordable wine

Chianti Classico Monrosso

32.00

Toscana, italia - delicious. black cherries, herbs, tobacco and spices come together in a dark, brooding expression of sangiovese with long finish

Rosso di Montalcino Caparzo

46.00

Toscana, italia‏ great intensity and loads of cherry and bright berry personality. there are austere notes of earth and spice at the back

Col di Sasso Banfi

26.00

Toscana, italia - a blend of sangiovese and cabernet grapes with lots of ripe fruit flavors and subtle finish

Remole Frescobaldi

29.00

Toscana, italia - a blend of sangiovese and cabernet sauvignon. beautifully fruited aromas with cherry and strawberry in the lead, enriched with a touch of aromatic herbs

Pinot Noir Irony

28.00

Monterey, ca‏ - bright cherry and berry fruit is complemented by earth tones and a smooth soft finish

Barolo Bongiovanni 2002

49.00

Piemonte italia‏ - this wine is explosive on the nose with very warm aromas of roses, tar, cinnamon, and chocolate. the palate is equally impressive, with a potent extract, superior length and continuity, significant mineral and lush, sweet fruit

Amarone Sartori

79.00

Veneto, italia - deep ruby red, this is full-bodied, with a very complex nose of dried fruit and almonds with a hint of anise. the flavors are extremely rich with a long, smooth finish

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Farnese

28.00

Abruzzi, italia - medium-bodied dry red is the perfect, versatile, food-friendly italian wine

Santi Valpolicella Superiore

33.00

Veneto, italia - a deep ruby red-color, with great fruit aromas on the nose. the taste is velvety, warm and refined, with light oak

Malbec Trapiche Oak Cask

25.00

Argentina medium to full body with intense, blackberry and pepper aromas

Merlot Raymond

27.00

Napa valley, ca - velvety, luscious, rich and round. smooth and beautifully balanced, fruity and full with a nice long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Kunde

28.00

Vsonoma, ca‏ - beautifully balanced rich fruit flavors, integrated tannins and a smooth texture

Barbera Marchesi di Barolo

36.00

Piemonte italia - aged in oak casks it is full bodied with the intense fruit of cherries, raspberries and a spicy finish

Brancaia 3

42.00

Toscana, italia - dark ruby-red hinting at red plum, violet and minerals. juicy, slightly dryedged flavors of blackcurrant and herbs. finishes moderately long, with fine tannins

Specialty Drinks & Martinis‏

Full bar also available

Black Russian

Ketel one vodka and kahlua liqueur, on the rocks

West Ashley Cosmo

Ketel one vodka, cointreau, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, splash of oj, twist lime zest, chilled up

La Fontana’s Martini

Bombay sapphire gin, dry vermouth, olive, chilled up

Millionaire Mojito

Bacardi select rum, fresh mint leaves,, sugar, lime wedges, splash of soda, on the rocks

La Fontana’s Margarita

Patron tequila, cointreau, grand marnier, sweet and sour, lime wedges, chilled up