Buona Sera | menu

The dining experience at Buona Sera is designed to bring harmony for senses and spirit. Our menu and cuisine emphasize the perfume and the flavor of nature without over manipulation or presentation. We search for the best natural and organic ingredients and when possible source from local growers. Our Black Angus Beef comes from the Creekstone Farms, which we have selected for its superior taste, purity and humane treatment of animals. As for our Salmon, we chose Cypress Island, considered one of the most selective sustainable farms in this country. Our staff is dedicated to making your experience a good evening, a “Buona Sera”.

Buona Sera Ristorante
Happy Hour 5-6:30 pm every day
Small Plates $6

TORTINA DI GRANCHIO
Dungeness Crab Cake, Basil Chardonnay Aioli, Baby Lettuce

CALAMARI FRITTI
Crispy Fried Squid Rings and Tentacles with Aioli and Spicy Cocktail Sauce

CARPACCIO
Thinly Sliced Fillet Mignon, Marinated in Lemon Vinaigrette, Baby Arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano

OLIVE ASCOLANE
From Marche, Deep fried Breaded Giant Green Olives with Beef and Chicken filling

CROSTINI AL CAMEMBERT
Melted Camambert Cheese over Toasted Bread, Baby Lettuce

PROSCIUTTO E MELONE
Freshly sliced Parma Ham, Cantaloupe, Balsamic Reduction

INSALATA TROPICALE
Organic Spring Greens, Mango, Avocado, Pineapple, Candied Pecans, Raspberry Vinaigrette

CAESAR
Classic House Dressing, Romaine Hearts, Herbed Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano

$15 corkage fee per
bottle except Sunday.
An 18% gratuity will
be added for parties
of 7 or more. Eating
raw or undercooked
beef, eggs, poultry,
pork or shellfish may
increase your risk for
food borne illnesses.
Split charge: $2 salads
$5.00 entrees. Ask
your server about our
party menu for in
office celebrations
& parties
Buona Sera Ristorante
& Bar 775-783-3211

ANTIPASTI- INSALATE-ZUPPA
Appetizers

TORTINE DI GRANCHIO 12
Dungeness Crab Cakes, Basil Chardonnay Aioli

CARPACCIO 11
Thinly Sliced Black Angus Fillet Mignon, Marinated in Lemon Vinaigrette, Arugula, Parmigiano

OLIVE ASCOLANE 9
Traditional from Marche, Breaded Italian Giant Green Olives Fried with Beef and Chicken Filling

CAPESANTE 12
Seared Scallops, Sautéed Vegetable Julienne, Orange Butter,

CAPRESE 14
Buffalo Mozzarella, Local Farmers Tomatoes, Organic Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

PROSCIUTTO E MELONE 12
Cantaloupe, Freshly sliced Parma Ham, Balsamic Reduction

INSALATA D’ESTATE 9
Organic Baby Greens, Basil Marinated Cherry Tomato, Kalamata Olive, Sweet Pepper, Cucumber
Almonds, Balsamic Vinaigrette

INSALATA TROPICALE 10
Organic Lettuce, Mango, Avocado, Pineapple, Palm Hearts, Candied Pecans, Raspberry Vinaigrette

CAESAR 8
Romaine Hearts, Herbed Croutons, Classic House Dressing, Parmigiano Reggiano

ZUPPA DELLA CASA 4/7
Chilled or Warm, Prepared Fresh Daily Soup

PASTA e RISOTTO
Pasta and Rice Appetizer/Entree

SPAGHETTI AI FRUTTI DI MARE 15/25
Fresh Seasonal Shellfish, Shrimp, Squid, Scallop, Garlic, Cherry Tomato Wine Sauce

LASAGNA ALLA GENOVESE 13/23
House Made Fresh Pasta, Organic Basil Pesto, Pine Nuts, French Beans, Parmigiano Reggiano

PENNE ALLE MELANZANE 11/19
Sauteed Eggplant, Cherry Tomato, Garlic, Basil, Olives, Chili Pepper, Parmigiano Reggiano

RAVIOLI IN SALSA DI NOCI 13/23
House Made Ricotta and Spinach Ravioli, Truffled Walnut Cream Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano

RISOTTO ALLA PESCATORA 16/26
Arborio Rice, Seasonal Shellfish, Tiger Shrimp, Squid, Scallop, Pinot Grigio Wine, Cherry Tomato

RISOTTO AL GORGONZOLA E PERE 12/20
Arborio Rice, Gorgonzola Blue Cheese, Sliced Pear, Parmigiano Reggiano

SECONDI
Entrees

COSTATA 29
Creekstone Farms Black Angus Rib Eye Steak, Green Pepper Sauce, Grilled Vegetable Risotto,
Parsnip Chips

CARRE’ D’AGNELLO 28
Herb Crusted New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Demi Glaze, Sautéed Spinach, Roasted Potatoes

POLLO BUONA SERA 23
Organic Chicken Breast, Truffled Fontina Filling, Wrapped in Pancetta, , Marsala Glaze, Asparagus Risotto

ORECCHIO D’ELEFANTE 23
Breaded Thin Veal Cutlets, Organic Baby Arugula, Cherry Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano, Side of Sage Sauce

NAPOLEON DI VERDURE 22
Grilled Organic Vegetables, Buffalo Mozzarella, Tomato, Sweet Red Pepper Bisque, Balsamic Reduction

SALMONE ALLA GRIGLIA 24
Grill-Seared Cypress Island Salmon, Dill Sauce, House Made Mushroom Ravioli

FRITTO MISTO DI MARE 16/26
Crispy Deep Fried Seafood, Tiger Shrimp, Scallop, Squid Rings and Tentacles, Battered
with Tartar Sauce and Lemon Served with Seasonal Vegetables

If ordered at least the day before we also offer :

CHEATEAUBRIAND (for 2) $78
Creekstone Farms Black Angus Grilled Tenderloin, Porcini Mushroom Risotto, Olive Ascolane, Grilled Vegetables, Stuffed Baked Tomatoes, Green Peppercorn Sauce

ASTICE CON LINGUINE (for 2) $69
Lobster Tail, Cooked with Tiger Shrimp in Brandy, Cherry Tomato and Garlic Sauce with Linguine Pasta

Welcome to Buona Sera Ristorante, which in Italian means “good evening” and that is what we want you to have while you slow dine here as you would in Italy. Our cooking is a style that emphasizes the perfume and flavor of nature, creating harmony for the senses and spirit without over manipulation or presentation. We search for the best quality natural and organic ingredients and when possible we source locally. The wines and spirits have been chosen to pair with our dishes. Our staff is dedicated to making your experience a “Buona Sera”.

HAPPY HOUR WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Specialty cocktails $5, Beers $3. See menu for $6 Small plates.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY
Live music with harpist Mary Margaret Neibuhr

SUNDAY CORKAGE FREE!!
* no corkage fees, one bottle per table