Balagio Ristorante

Prosciutto, Salami, Marinated Olives, Fontinella

Ricotta Cheese, Marinara Sauce

Locally made Italian Sausage, Sweet Bell Peppers

Toasted Crostini, Plum Tomato Relish

Tangy Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

Olive Oil, Garlic, Parsley, Lemon, Bread Crumbs

Garlic, Lemon Butter, Herb Bread Crumbs

Sliced Vine Ripened Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar

Classic preparation

With Garlic Bread Crisps

Parmesan Crusted, Honey Dijon Dipping Sauce

Romaine, Spring Mix, Garbanzos, Tomato, Cucumber, Italian Vinaigrette

Romaine, Iceberg Lettuce, Bleu Cheese, Red Onion, Crisp Prosciutto, Spicy Sweet Mustard Dressing

Romaine Lettuce, Housemade Caesar Dressing, Croutons, Fontinella

Chopped Romaine, Chicken, Tomato, Salami, Hearts of Palm, Red Peppers, Italian Vinaigrette

Romaine Lettuce, Sliced Pears, Bleu Cheese, Candied Pecans, Italian Vinaigrette

Arugula, Dried Cranberries, Shaved Fennel, Fontinella Cheese, Lemon Oil Dressing

Oregano, Italian Vinaigrette

5 oz., Mixed Greens, Asparagus, Bleu Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Sautéed Mushrooms, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Brioche Bun

Avocado, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayonnaise, French Roll

Crisp Bacon, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Lemon Aioli, Brioche Bun

5 oz. Sautéed Onions, Mushrooms, Bleu Cheese, Brioche Bun

Blend of Italian Cheeses, Spinach, Marinara Sauce

Seasoned Beef, Marinara Sauce, Ricotta, Mozzarella Cheese

Ribbon Noodles, Light Garlic Cream Sauce, Imported Parmesan

Egg Noodles, Marinara Sauce

Cheese Filled Pillows of Pasta, Bolognese Sauce

Semolina Flour, Ricotta Cheese, Bolognese Sauce

Handmade Potato Dumplings, Marinara Sauce

Spinach & Egg Fettuccine, Chicken, Asparagus, Mushrooms, Light Garlic Cream Sauce

Shrimp, Calamari, Chopped Clams, Mussels, White Wine, Marinara, Chili Pepper, Linguine Pasta

Italian Sausage Crumbles, Mushrooms, Roasted Red Peppers, Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce

Egg Battered Shrimp, Angel Hair Pasta, Lemon Butter Sauce

Artichoke Hearts, Roma Tomatoes, White Wine Sauce, Oregano, touch of Romano Cheese, Roasted Potatoes

Lemon, White Wine, Parsley, Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable

Classic Chicago preparation, Oregano, White Wine, Olive Oil, Peas, Roasted Potatoes

One Half Roasted, Sausage, Peppers, Onions, White Wine, Herbs, Roasted Potatoes

Marinara Sauce, Provolone, Parmesan, Homemade Pasta

Side of Garlic Lemon Aioli

White Wine Butter Sauce

Butter, Wine Sauce, Italian Spices

Garlic, Lemon Butter, Herb Bread Crumbs

Tangy Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

Olive Oil, Garlic, Parsley, Lemon, Bread Crumbs

Fridays Only

12 oz. Center Cut, Red Peppers, Roasted Potatoes, House Vegetable

Medallions, Lemon, Capers, House Potato, Vegetable

12 oz., Bell Peppers, House Potato, Vegetable

10 oz., House Potato, Vegetable

classic marlborough acidity with a passion fruit finish

a multi dimensional wine with layers of rich tropical fruit

lean, crisp with fruit flavors

ripe melon and tropical fruit flavors

rich floral aromas in this medium dry wine

light and crisp with aromas of citrus fruit

clean, crisp and elegant, vibrantly fresh

blend of Chardonnay, Moscato and Chenin Blanc

medium to full bodied; round on the palate

cherry nose with subtle hints of cedar

sweet Cherry with a Red Plum Velvet Texture

a concentrated red wine with fruit flavors

fresh berries and spice with a soft dry finish

flavors of wild Berries, Ripe Plums & Sweet Oak

aromas of raspberries and strawberries with a hint of oak spice

brilliant ruby with an aroma of violets and cherry fruit flavor

sweetness of sangiovese fruit combined with oak aging creating a wine of true stature and breed

vibrant berries with soft silky finish

blend of Zinfandel, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon

dark berry aromas highlighted with toasted notes

lush, rich and complex, smooth tannins. Great depth

fresh berry aroma with undertones of cherry

complex with dark berries, plum and black cherry

wild berries, chocolate and violets

dry with an intense fruity bouquet

delicately effervescent with subtle citrus fruits

fruity Character and pleasant texture

crisp and full flavored with elegance

fresh and crisp with a floral bouquet and fruit finish

Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, White Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio

Chilled Skyy Vodka with Black Olives filled with Bleu Cheese

Chilled Skyy Vodka with Berry Liqueur and Pineapple Juice

Skyy Citrus, Cointreau, splash of Cranberry and Lime Juice. Served up

Skyy Vodka chilled with Olive Juice and an Anchovy Olive. Served up

Malibu Rum, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice and a splash of Melon Liqueur

Chilled White & Dark Chocolate Liqueur with Skyy Vodka

Orange Vodka, Triple Sec, Cranberry Splash Sour

Kahlua, Grand Marnier and Tia Maria with whipped cream

Amaretto Di Saronno and coffee topped with whipped cream

The traditional ending Bailey's Irish Cream and Coffee with whipped cream

Frangelico and Amaretto Di Saronno served over ice

Amaretto Di Saronno and White Label Scotch served over ice

served with a twist.

two shots of espresso topped with whipped cream.

espresso with steamed milk & topped with frothed milk.

espresso with equal amounts of steamed milk & frothed milk.

the italian classic of mascarpone layered with lady fingers drenched in espresso & rum.

served warm with carmel sauce.

served with strawberry coulis.

with a thick chocolate icing.

served warm with cinnamon brandy glaze and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

fresh brewed coffee, kahlua, tia maria, & grand marnier. topped with whipped cream.

fresh brewed coffee with amaretto di saronno. topped with whipped cream.

fresh brewed coffee with vermeer chocolate & godiva white chocolate liqueurs. topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzles.

the traditional ending bailey's irish cream & coffee with whipped cream.

frangelico & amaretto di saronno served over ice.

amaretto di saronno & white label scotch served over ice.

amaretto di saronno & skyy vodka served over ice.

Garden greens with italian vinaigrette dressing, pasta with our homemade marinara sauce; roasted chicken with rosemary roasted potatoes; italian sausage & sweet peppers; fresh italian bread

Crisp romaine with house caesar dressing; country style rigatoni; breast of chicken limone; seasonal vegetable; fresh italian bread

Balagio chopped salad or pear & chicken salad; homemade cavatelli with choice of marinara, vodka, bolognese or alfredo sauce; chicken marsala; fresh italian bread

Garden greens with italian vinaigrette dressing.

Garden greens with homemade caesar dressing & croutons.

Garden greens with chicken, tomato, salami, hearts of palm & red pepper with italian vinaigrette.

Romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, sliced pears in italian vinaigrette with crumbled bleu cheese & candied pecans.

Arugula, dried cranberries, shaved fennel, chicken breast, fontinella cheese, lemon oil dressing.

Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil & olive oil.

Romaine & iceberg lettuce tossed with blue cheese, red onion & crisp proscuitto, spicy sweet mustard dressing.

Sliced eggplant lightly floured & filled with ricotta cheese. Baked in our homemade marinara sauce.

Wide pasta layered with ricotta & mozzarella cheese. Baked in our homemade marinara sauce.

Wide pasta layered with seasoned ground beef, ricotta & mozzarella cheeses. Baked in homemade marinara sauce.

Pasta sheets filled with spinach & blend of italian cheese. Baked in our homemade marinara sauce.

Light as air homemade potato dumplings.

Chicken breast, spinach, roasted red peppers & peas in a roasted garlic cream sauce.

Breast of chicken, mushrooms & bow tie pasta in a combination of marinara & alfred sauces with a touch of marsala wine.

Italian sausage crumbles, mushrooms, roasted red peppers & garlic cream.

Made with semolina flour & ricotta cheese. Served with homemade marinara sauce.

Spinach & egg fettuccine with chicken, asparagus & mushrooms in a light garlic cream sauce.

Accompanied by vegetable & potato.

Thin chicken breast cutlets quickly sautéed with mushrooms in marsala wine sauce.

Thin chicken breast cutlets quickly sautéed with lemon, white wine & parsley.

Thin chicken breast cutlets quickly sautéed with white wine, onions, italian sausage & roasted peppers.

Classic chicago preparation with oregano, white wine, olive oil, peas & roasted potatoes.

Crisp light breading, marinara sauce, provolone & parmesan. Served with spaghetti.

Homemade italian sausage sautéed with bell peppers.

Italian sausage baked with mozzarella cheese & marinara sauce. Served over a bed of pasta.

Loaf

Lady fingers soaked in espresso & rum, with mascarpone cheese & cocoa.

Delicate shells filled with ricotta cheese & finished with pistachio nuts.

Available for carryout & delivery, these generous portions of our menu items are sure to make your event and affair to remember. Half pans feed approximately 8-10 guests. Full pans feed approximately 15-20 guests.

Disposable chaffing dishes available upon request for an additional fee.

A minimum order of $125 is required & a delivery fee of $20. Credit card information is taken with all to go orders. Balagio appreciates a 48 hour cancellation notice to avoid charges.