Calandra's Italian Village

Italian

Antipasti​

(Appetizers)

Calamari Fritti

Fresh​ calamari flash fried to a golden brown, served with hot or sweet marinara sauce
$12.99

Mozzarella in Carrozza

Fresh mozzarella cheese pressed between slices of bread, flash fried & baked golden brown, served with a side of marinara
$10.99

Eggplant Rollatini

Thinly sliced tender eggplant filled with fresh seasoned ricotta and topped with marinara & mozzarella
$12.95

Mussels Marinara

Fresh mussels served in a marinara sauce
$13.95

Mini Orancini (Star Ledger Favorite)

Breaded​ and seasoned mini rice balls, stuffed with risotto, chopped meat and mozzarella cheese, served over marinara sauce
$14.65

Salsiccia Siciliana

Sausage rope, spinach & cannellini beans, sautéed with garlic & Calandra’s own extra virgin olive oil
$13.95

Shrimp Scampi “Alla Siciliana” Over Garlic Toast

Sautéed shrimp in a lemon & herb sauce, tossed with olives & chopped tomatoes, served over a toasted garlic crostini
$15.95

Gamberi Fritti

Flash​ fried breaded shrimp tossed in a spicy tomato basil sauce
$15.85

Zuppa​

(Soup)

Nonna's Chicken Vegetable

Hand pulled chicken & vegetables with tubettini pasta
$0.00

Pasta E Fagioli

A rustic white bean soup with tubettini pasta with a touch of hand crushed tomatoes
$0.00

Insalata​

(Salad)

Insalata Mista

Mixed greens served in a house dressing
$7.85

Caesar

Crisp romaine, parmigiano cheese & caesar dressing, no anchovies
$10.95

Spinach

Fresh baby spinach, tomatoes & bacon in raspberry vinaigrette topped with crumbled feta cheese & toasted sliced almonds
$10.95

Wedge Salad

Romaine lettuce with bacon and tomatoes in a blue cheese dressing
$11.95

House Salad

Lettuce,​ tomatoes & onions in our house dressing
$0.00

Main Course Insalata​

(Salad) Add 4.00 for chicken - 5.00 for sirloin steak - 5.00 for shrimp to any salad

Mozzarella Santa Lucia

Fresh​ mozzarella, sweet roasted peppers, onions, tomatoes, grilled eggplant & artichoke hearts in a balsamic vinaigrette, served over mixed greens
$15.99

Insalata Di Pesce (Star Ledger Dish of the Decade)

Cold​ seafood salad with celery, onions, roasted peppers & tomatoes over mixed greens in a balsamic vinaigrette dressing
$19.99

Chopped Salad

Chopped greens with tomatoes, onions, red beans, chick peas, roasted peppers, and asiago cheese in a balsamic dressing
$14.99

Insalata Del Villaggio (Village Salad)

Fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, soppresata & prosciutto di parma, sun-dried tomatoes, chopped olives, onions & tomatoes over mixed greens in a balsamic vinaigrette
$16.99

Burgers​

(100% USDA choice grade a beef, grounded and made in house) All burgers are served on a Calandra chiabotta served with hand cut homemade Italian fries (Provolone or swiss cheese available upon request)

Classic Burger

Served with lettuce, tomato & red onion, with or without cheese
$12.55

Bacon Burger

Bacon, swiss cheese, lettuce & tomato
$12.55

Gorgonzola Burger

Topped with gorgonzola (Italian blue cheese), lettuce & tomato
$13.55

BBQ Bacon Burger

With BBQ sauce, bacon and swiss cheese
$13.55

Cold or Hot Pressed Panini​

(Sandwiches) All panini sandwiches are served on Calandra’s panella bread pressed hot or served cold Served with hand cut homemade Italian fries

Milano

Fresh​ mozzarella cheese, roast red peppers, basil and extra virgin olive oil
$13.85

Venezia

Grilled​ chicken breast with roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella & sun-dried tomatoes, drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette
$13.85

Palermo

Grilled​ eggplant, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers & arugula, with a balsamic glaze dressing
$13.85

Chipotle

Grilled chicken, bacon, sharp provolone cheese and spicy roasted pepper olive oil
$14.85

Whole Grain Whole Wheat Bread Available

$0.00

Hot Sandwiches​

All of the above hot sandwiches are served on either a Calandra’s stone ground whole grain whole wheat split roll or white grain split roll. Served with hand cut homemade Italian fries.

Grilled Chicken

Topped with sautéed broccoli rabe and provolone cheese
$13.85

Veal Parmigiano

Tender breaded veal cutlet topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese
$14.85

Chicken Parmigiano

Crispy chicken cutlet topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese
$14.85

Italian Hot Dog

Sautéed peppers, onions & potatoes, served on pizza bread “bloomfield avenue style”
$14.85

Meatball Parmigiano

Homemade​ meatballs topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese
$14.85

Mediterranean Sun-Dried Tomato Wrap

Grilled chicken, spinach, feta cheese and red onions, drizzled with Calandra’s own extra virgin olive oil
$14.85

Breaded Chicken Cutlet

With long hot peppers & provolone cheese
$14.95

Pizza​

(Thin crust pizza) Whole grain whole semolina All pizzas also available in whole grain whole wheat Add pepperoni, sausage or meatballs to any of the above for 1.50 each additional item

Margherita Napolitana

Fresh sliced roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil & garlic
$13.95

Traditional

Tomato sauce & mozzarella
$12.95

Vegetariana

Mushrooms, peppers, onions, tomatoes and basil
$14.95

Pizza Mediterranean

Tomato sauce and basil covered with mozzarella, roasted red peppers, sauteed spinach, chopped garlic and goat cheese
$14.95

Pizza Mellanzane

Breaded eggplant, mozzarella cheese, and marinara sauce
$14.95

Tutto Carne

Crumbled sausage, pepperoni & meatballs
$16.25

Gluten Free Cheese Pizza

$14.95

Focaccia

Base garlic and oil.
$12.95

Calzones​

Prosciutto & Ricotta

Imported ham & creamy seasoned ricotta
$13.65

Menzaluna

A combination of half cheese pizza and half cheese calzone
$14.15

Pollo Parmigiano

Chicken cutlet and mozzarella with a touch of marinara sauce
$14.85

Flatbreads​

A flat thin whole grain semolina crust, seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, salt & pepper Due to the varying cooking times, the pizzas and flatbreads from our wood-burning oven will be served immediately once cooked*

The Cucina Classic

Gorgonzola cheese, fig jam & prosciutto di parma
$14.65

Margherita

Fresh sliced roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and garlic
$14.65

Tuscana

Crumbled sausage, pepperoni, ricotta and mozzarella cheese
$14.65

Pasta Fatta in Casa​

(Pasta made in house) “Fa la scarpetta!” (All pastas served with a slice of toasted Calandra’s panella bread so you can wipe your plate clean) All pastas are handmade in house with fresh eggs Ask your server about our gluten free pasta Don’t forget to ask for the red pepper flakes on the side Homemade whole grain whole wheat fettuccini can be substituted for any pasta dish 2.95 fee for plate sharing

Penne Pomodoro

Penne in a fresh tomato & basil sauce, topped with parmigiano cheese (also available arrabiata – hot & spicy)
$16.45

Penne Alla Vodka

Pink sauce with parmigiano & basil
$17.55

Spaghetti & Meatballs

With our homemade meatballs & marinara sauce
$17.85

Penne Romano

Penne tossed with prosciutto di parma, green peas, served in a pink vodka sauce
$17.95

Farfalle Con Salsiccia

bowtie pasta tossed with sautéed crumbled Italian sausage in a pink vodka sauce
$18.75

Rigatoni Siciliano

Sautéed eggplant & onions tossed with marinara sauce & shredded mozzarella
$18.75

Linguini with Clams, Red or White Sauce

Fresh whole baby clams, served in a lemon herb or fresh tomato sauce
$20.95

Pappardelle

Wide fettuccine with sautéed shrimp, artichoke hearts and black olives served in a pink vodka sauce
$23.95

Portobello Mushroom Ravioli

Served in a tomato basil sauce
$18.75

Cavatelli Bolognese Con Ricotta

A rich meat sauce of braised pork, beef & a touch of cream, topped with grated parmigiano & a scoop of fresh ricotta cheese
$19.75

Whole Wheat Fettuccini Con Pollo

Grilled chicken, prosciutto di parma & baby spinach with garlic, extra virgin olive oil & herbs
$18.75

Cavatelli with Sausage and Rapa

Homemade sausage, broccoli rabe, extra virgin olive oil & herbs
$19.65

Cheese Ravioli

Served in a tomato basil sauce
$16.75

Lasagna of the Day (Chef's Choice)

(Star ledger favorite) ask your server
$0.00

Pollo​

(Chicken)

Pollo Balsamic

Grilled breast of chicken served in a balsamic demi glaze
$23.75

Pollo Rustica

Grilled breast of chicken over cannellini beans and choice of broccoli rabe or spinach
$23.75

Pollo Campagna

Tender pieces of free range chicken sautéed with mushrooms, sweet peppers, onions and potatoes served in a light balsamic demi-glaze sauce
$23.75

Pollo Al Villagio

Breast of chicken topped with artichoke hearts, asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, topped with asiago cheese in a brown demi-glaze sauce
$23.75

Pollo Scarpariello

Pieces of free range chicken breast sautéed with hot cherry peppers, garlic, sausage and mushrooms in a white wine reduction
$23.75

Pollo Piacere, Parmesan, Marsala, Cacciatore or Francaise

Served with chefs choice of vegetables or side of penne
$24.75

Vitello​

Grilled Veal

Grilled scaloppini over arugula, fresh tomatoes & red onion
$22.75

Veal & Shrimp

Combination of breaded veal & shrimp, flash fried and topped with marina and mozzarella cheese
$24.75

Veal Piacere, Parmesan, Marsala, Cacciatore or Francaise

Served with chefs choice of vegetables or side of penne
$24.75

Pesce​

(Seafood) All of the above entrees are served with chef’s choice of vegetable 2.95 fee for plate sharing charge on all main entrees

Pesce Al Piacere

Broiled or grilled tilapia in garlic and oil, served with chef’s choice of vegetables
$23.75

Blackened Salmon

Pan roasted blackened salmon served over sautéed broccoli rabe
$27.75

St. Peter's Marichiara

Sautéed filet of tilapia with clams and shrimp, served in a fresh tomato basil sauce
$25.75

Shrimp & Scallops Fra Diavolo

Served over linguini in a spicy fresh tomato sauce
$24.75

Grilled Salmon

Grilled filet of salmon served with chef’s choice of vegetables
$27.75

Contorni​

(Sides)

Spinach and Chopped Garlic Sautéed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil

$7.25

Sliced Seasoned Homemade Italian Fries

$6.25

Sliced Long Hot Peppers

$6.95

Pasta with Marinara or Vodka Sauce

$7.25

Homemade Meatballs or Sausage Marinara

$7.25

Sautéed Broccoli Rabe

$7.25

Lunch

Antipasti

(Appetizers)​

Calamari Fritti

Fresh​ calamari flash fried to a golden brown, served with hot or sweet marinara sauce
$9.99

Mozzarella in Carrozza

Fresh mozzarella cheese pressed between slices of bread, flash fried & baked golden brown, served with a side of marinara
$6.99

Mini Orancini (Star Ledger Favorite)

Breaded and seasoned mini rice balls, stuffed with risotto, chopped meat and mozzarella cheese, served over marinara sauce
$6.99

Zuppa​

(Soup)

Nonna's Chicken Vegetable

Hand pulled chicken & vegetables with tubettini pasta
$0.00

Pasta E Fagioli

A​ rustic white bean soup with tubettini pasta with a touch of hand crushed tomatoes
$0.00

Insalata​

(Salad)

Insalata Mista

Mixed greens served in a house dressing
$5.99

Caesar

Crisp romaine, parmigiano cheese & caesar dressing, no anchovies
$6.99

House Salad

Lettuce,​ tomatoes & onions in our house dressing
$5.99

Main Course Insalata​

(Salad) Add 4.00 for chicken - 5.00 for shrimp to any salad

Mozzarella Santa Lucia

Fresh mozzarella, sweet roasted peppers, onions, tomatoes, grilled eggplant & artichoke hearts in a balsamic vinaigrette, served over mixed greens
$9.99

Chopped Salad

Chopped greens with tomatoes, onions, red beans, chick peas, roasted peppers, and asiago cheese in a balsamic dressing
$9.99

Avocado Salad

House salad topped with grilled shrimp, slice avocado, tomato & red onions
$12.99

Burgers​

(100% USDA choice grade a beef, grounded and made in house) All burgers are served on a Calandra chiabotta Served with hand cut homemade Italian fries (Provolone or Swiss cheese available upon request)

Classic Burger

Served with lettuce, tomato & red onion, with or without cheese
$8.99

BBQ Bacon Burger

With BBQ sauce, bacon and swiss cheese
$8.99

Cold or Hot Pressed Panini​

(Sandwiches) All panini sandwiches are served on Calandra’s panella bread pressed hot or served cold Served with hand cut homemade Italian fries whole grain whole wheat bread available

Milano

Fresh mozzarella cheese, roast red peppers, basil and extra virgin olive oil
$9.85

Venezia

Grilled​ chicken breast with roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella & sun-dried tomatoes, drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette
$9.85

Eggplant Caprese

Breaded​ eggplant, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers
$9.85

Chipotle

Grilled​ chicken, bacon, sharp provolone cheese and spicy roasted pepper olive oil
$10.85

Hot Sandwiches​

All of the above hot sandwiches are served on either a Calandra’s stone ground whole grain whole wheat split roll or white grain split roll. Served with hand cut homemade Italian fries.

Grilled Chicken

Topped with sautéed broccoli rabe and provolone cheese
$8.99

Veal Parmigiano

Tender breaded veal cutlet topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese
$8.99

Chicken Parmigiano

Crispy chicken cutlet topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese
$8.99

Meatball Parmigiano

Homemade meatballs topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese
$8.99

Mediterranean Sun-Dried Tomato Wrap

Grilled chicken, spinach, feta cheese and red onions, drizzled with Calandra’s own extra virgin olive oil
$8.99

Pizza​

(Thin crust pizza) Whole grain whole semolina All pizzas also available in whole grain whole wheat Add pepperoni, sausage or meatballs to any of the above for 1.50 each additional item

Margherita Napolitana

Fresh sliced roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil & garlic
$10.99

Traditional

Tomato​ sauce & mozzarella
$9.99

Vegetariana

Mushrooms,​ peppers, onions, tomatoes and basil
$10.99

Pizza Mellanzane

Breaded​ eggplant, mozzarella cheese, and marinara sauce
$10.99

Tutto Carne

Crumbled sausage, pepperoni & meatballs
$10.99

Gluten Free Cheese Pizza

$10.65

Focaccia

Base garlic and oil
$8.85

Calzones​

Prosciutto & Ricotta

Imported ham & creamy seasoned ricotta
$10.65

Menzaluna

A combination of half cheese pizza and half cheese calzone
$10.15

Pollo Parmigiano

Chicken cutlet and mozzarella with a touch of marinara sauce
$11.85

Flatbreads​

A flat thin whole grain semolina crust, seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, salt & pepper Due to the varying cooking times, the pizzas and flatbreads from our wood-burning oven will be served immediately once cooked

The Cucina Classic

Gorgonzola​ cheese, fig jam & prosciutto di parma
$9.99

Margherita

Fresh sliced roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and garlic
$9.99

Tuscana

Crumbled sausage, pepperoni, ricotta and mozzarella cheese
$11.99

Pasta Fatta in Casa​

(Pasta made in house) “Fa la scarpetta!” (All pastas served with a slice of toasted Calandra’s panella bread so you can wipe your plate clean) All pastas are handmade in house with fresh eggs Ask your server about our gluten free pasta Don’t forget to ask for the red pepper flakes on the side Homemade whole grain whole wheat fettuccini can be substituted for any pasta dish 2.95 fee for plate sharing

Penne Pomodoro

Penne in a fresh tomato & basil sauce, topped with parmigiano cheese (also available arrabiata – hot & spicy)
$8.85

Penne Alla Vodka

Pink sauce with parmigiano & basil
$10.95

Penne Romano

Penne tossed with prosciutto di parma, green peas, served in a pink vodka sauce
$10.99

Farfalle Con Salsiccia

Bowtie pasta tossed with sautéed crumbled Italian sausage in a pink vodka sauce
$12.99

Rigatoni Siciliano

Sautéed eggplant & onions tossed with marinara sauce & shredded mozzarella
$11.99

Portobello Mushroom Ravioli

Served in a tomato basil sauce
$11.99

Cavatelli Bolognese Con Ricotta

A rich meat sauce of braised pork, beef & a touch of cream, topped with grated parmigiano & a scoop of fresh ricotta cheese
$12.95

Cheese Ravioli

Served in a tomato basil sauce
$10.95

Lasagna of the Day (Chef's Choice)

(Star ledger favorite) ask your server
$0.00

Pollo​

(Chicken)

Pollo Balsamic

Grilled breast of chicken served in a balsamic demi glaze
$13.99

Pollo Campagna

Tender pieces of free range chicken sautéed with mushrooms, sweet peppers, onions and potatoes served in a light balsamic demi-glaze sauce
$13.99

Pollo Scarpariello

Pieces of free range chicken breast sautéed with hot cherry peppers, garlic, sausage and mushrooms in a white wine reduction
$13.99

Vitello​

Grilled Veal

Grilled scaloppini over arugula, fresh tomatoes & red onion
$14.99

Veal Piacese, Parmesan, Marsala, Caccitore or Franciase

Served with chefs choice of vegetables or side of penne
$14.99

Pesce​

(Seafood) All of the above entrees are served with chef’s choice of vegetable 2.95 fee for plate sharing charge on all main entrees

Broiled Tilapia

Broiled tilapia served with chef’s choice of vegetables
$14.99

Grilled Salmon

Grilled filet of salmon served with chef’s choice of vegetables
$15.95

Contorni​

(Sides)

Spinach and Chopped Garlic Sautéed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil

$4.25

Sliced Seasoned Homemade Italian Fries

$3.25

Sliced Long Hot Peppers

$4.95

Pasta with Marinara or Vodka Sauce

$4.25

Homemade Meatballs or Sausage Marinara

$4.25

Sautéed Broccoli Rabe

$4.25

Recommeded Valued Red Wines by the Glass​

Vino Calandra, Nero D'Avola, Sicilia, Italy 750 Ml

"The​ original"
$0.00

Vino Calandra, Nero D'Avola, Sicilia, Italy *1.5 Litre

$0.00

Calandra Pinot Noir 750 Ml

"The newest red Calandra family wine" a full bodied wine
$0.00

La Famiglia Gencarelli, Cabernet, Italy

"A Calandra family wine" a tribute to the Gencarelli family
$0.00

Chianti Calandra, Docg, Tuscany, Italy

"A Calandra family wine"
$0.00

Luciano, Rosso Da Tavola, Piemonte, Italy

"A​ Calandra family wine"
$0.00

Recommended Valued White Wines by the Glass​

Vino Calandra, Inzola, Sicilia, Italy 750 Ml

"The original"
$0.00

Vino Calandra, Inzola, Sicilia, Italy *1.5 Litre

$0.00

Calandra Pinot Grigio 750 Ml

"The newest Calandra family wine" a dry light fresh wine
$0.00

Calandra Pinot Grigio * 1.5 Litre

$0.00

Calandra Chardonnay 750 Ml

"New​ Calandra family wine" a crisp fruity white wine
$0.00

Beringer, White Zinfandel, California

$0.00

Santa Teresa, Gavi Di Gavi, Piemonte, Italy

"A Calandra family wine" "our chardonnay"
$0.00

A Flight of Calandra Wines​

A tasting of any 3 calandra family wines All 1/2 pours 12.99 a flight tasting "3" wines

Vino Calandra

$0.00

La Famiglia Gencarelli

$0.00

Chianti Calandra

$0.00

Santa Teresa

$0.00

Luciano

$0.00

Pinot Grigio

$0.00

Pinot Noir

$0.00

Chardonnay

$0.00

Premium White Wines​

750ml full bottle

Luciana, Bianco Da Tavola, Cortese Grape, Piemonte, Italy

"A Calandra family wine"
$17.00

Castello Banfi Chardonnay-Pinot Grigio Toscana, Le Rime, Tuscany, Italy

$22.99

Azzolino, Tra Nui, Cataratto & Sauvignon Blanc, Sicily, Italy

$23.99

Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio, Italy

$47.00

Premium Red Wines​

750ml full bottle

Rosina, Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, Docg, Italy

"A Calandra family wine" aged in small oak barrels
$19.99

Dorina, Langhe, Docg, Piemonte, Italy

A blend by the Calandra's "a must try" "Aged in small oak barrels"
$24.00

Antinori Santa Cristina Sangiovese Toscana, Italy

"A super tuscan"
$26.00

Robert Mondavi, Private Selection, Pinot Noir, Central Coast, California

$29.00

Ruffino, Tan Label, Riserva Ducale, Chianti Classico, Italy

$48.00

Berlinger Merlot, Napa, California

$28.00

Champagne & Sparkling Wines​

Il Dolce Moscato, Cantine Volpi, Piemonte, Italy Glass Full Bottle

"Frizzante" white dessert wine
$0.00

Martini & Rossi, Asti Spumante, Italy "Fruity"

$0.00

Moletto Prosecco, Semi Dry Sparkling Wine, Italy

$0.00

Korbel, a Dry Sparkling Wine

$0.00

Birra Italian Beer​

Bottle

Peroni "Roma"

Nastro​ azzurro, internationally renowned pale ale
$6.75

Birra Menabrea

Piemonte,​ world champion pale lager
$6.75

Castello Italian Lager

San​ Giorgio di Norgaro, premium lager
$6.75

Popular Italian Cordials​

Per glass You are welcome to bring your own bottle of wine. There will be a 10.00 corkage fee per bottle.

Limoncello

"Our house specialty" a chilled sweet lemon flavored cordial from the southern coast of Italy, straight up or on the rocks "highly recommended"
$9.50

Nocello

Walnut flavored liqueur from the hills of Nocello, Italy "highly recommended"
$10.00

Amaretto Di Saronno

A sweet mixture of almonds, hazelnuts and walnuts
$10.00

Frangelico

Hazelnut flavored liqueur
$10.00

Sambuca Romana, White

Licorice flavored after dinner cordial
$9.50

Sambuca Romana, Black

Similar flavor to white but darker and richer
$9.50

Marie Brizard Anisette

Premier​ licorice flavored cordial
$9.00

Grappa

A​ traditional Italian drink made from the pomace (pressed skins and seeds of grapes) after winemaking.
$10.75

Bambini

(4 to 10 years of age) All kids meals are 7.99 Includes milk or soft drink Choice of cookies for dessert “Have your child select their own favorite cookies from Calandra’s cookie tray” (two per child)

Spaghetti & Meatballs

$7.99

Thin Crust Pizza

$7.99

Ravioli in a Light Butter Sauce

$7.99

Grilled Chicken & Broccoli

$7.99

Grilled Cheese Panini

Served​ on Calandra’s sliced panella bread with homemade calandra fries
$7.99

Chicken Fingers & Italian Fries

$7.99

Nonna's Special Coffee

(Mostly milk with decaf) upon request only
$7.99

Toddlers 3 & Under​

Eat free, with choice of thin crust pizza or spaghetti

Thin Crust Pizza

$0.00

Spaghetti

$0.00