Il Poeta Menu

If you're in the mood for authentic Italian flavors, look no further than the Il Poeta Menu. Nestled at 98-04 Metropolitan Ave in Forest Hills, NY, this cozy spot brings the heart of Italy right to your plate. Whether you're craving a rich pasta dish, a perfectly seasoned pizza, or a fresh, vibrant salad, the menu has something for everyone. Each dish is crafted with care, using only the finest ingredients to ensure bold and fresh flavors in every bite. From the first appetizer to the last dessert, you'll find a blend of classic recipes and contemporary twists, making every visit feel like a celebration of Italian cuisine. The menu is designed to cater to all tastes, so whether you're dining with friends or enjoying a quiet meal alone, there's always a dish that will hit the spot.

Gli Antipasti (Appetizers)

Soup of the Day
US$14.00
Fegatini di Pollo
Chicken liver sauteed with endive, radicchio, balsamic dressing served with soft polenta.
US$15.00
Croquette di Melanzane
Eggplant and ricotta croquette served with light tomato sauce and sauteed spinach.
US$16.00
Grigliata di Verdure
Mixed grilled vegetables served with crumbled goat cheese and truffle oil.
US$18.00
Burrata a Modo Nostro
Vine tomato and fresh buffalo burrata with white truffle and baby arugula. ~with Prosciutto Crudo di Parma add $5.00~
US$21.00
Zuppetta Piccante di Molluschi
Sauteed mussels and clams in a light spicy organic tomato sauce and crostini.
US$20.00
Calamari Dorati
Fried calamari served with light spicy tomato sauce and tartar sauce. ~with shrimp add $6.00~
US$20.00
Polenta con Taleggio
Fresh polenta baked with Taleggio cheese. ~with speck (smoked prosciutto) add $6.00~
US$19.00
Carciofi Saltati con Scampi, Pistacchio e Parmigiano Reggiano
Sauteed artichokes with shrimp, pistachio and Parmigiano cheese.
US$22.00

Le Insalate (Salad)

~with shrimp add $6, head on jumbo shrimp add $8, chicken add $5, split dishes add $2~
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Insalata Della Casa
Mesclun salad, carrots, tomatoes, radicchio in a red vinaigrette dressing.
US$11.00
Insalata Cesare
Traditional Caesar salad.
US$13.50
Insalata Tricolore con Formaggio di Capra
Baby arugula, endive and radicchio served with crumbled goat cheese with extra virgin olive oil and lemon dressing.
US$14.50
Insalata Mele e Parmigiano
Sliced apples, Parmigiano cheese, walnuts, baby spinach and crispy bacon in balsamic dressing.
US$15.50
Insalata di Rape Rosse e Asparagi
Red beets, asparagus, cherry tomato, capers, Gorgonzola cheese salad in balsamic dressing.
US$17.50

Insalatone (Large Salad)

Del Poeta
Lettuce, tomatoes, tuna, olives, onion, fresh mozzarella, boiled eggs and prosciutto di Parma with Italian dressing.
US$21.00
Di Pollo
Mesclun salad, chicken breast, tomatoes, olives, asparagus, sliced imported parmigiano cheese with balsamic dressing.
US$21.00

Primi Piatti (First Courses)

Le Paste (Pasta) ~whole wheat pasta add $2.00~
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Spaghetti alla Sebastiano
Pasta with fresh tomato, touch of organic tomato sauce and fresh basil.
US$21.50
Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
Homemade pasta with beef ragout and organic tomato sauce.
US$23.50
Gnocchi di Patate con Salsa al Gorgonzola, Rucoletta e Noci
Homemade potato gnocchi with gorgonzola cheese sauce, baby arugula and walnuts.
US$26.50
Cavatelli alla Sarda con Funghi
Homemade rolled pasta with sweet & hot sausage, chopped onion and mixed mushrooms in organic tomato sauce.
US$26.50
Ravioli al Formaggio con Salsa al Pomodoro e Stracciatella
Homemade cheese ravioli in organic tomato sauce with stracciatella cheese.
US$27.50
Linguine con Clams, Zucchine, Aglio, Olio e Peperoncino
Linguine pasta with clams, zucchini in garlic, oil and spicy red pepper.
US$30.50
Cannelloni di Vitello Gratinati al Profumo di Tartufo
Homemade manicotti pasta, filled with veal, vegetables and cheese, baked with bechamel sauce with a hint of truffle cream.
US$29.50
Penne con Salmone ed Asparagi in salsa alla Vodka
Penne pasta with salmon and asparagus in vodka sauce.
US$28.00
Tagliolini del Poeta
Homemade pasta in porcini mushroom sauce, wrapped with imported speck and truffle cream.
US$31.00
Spaghetti Chitarra dell Adriatico
Homemade pasta with seafood in light spicy organic tomato sauce.
US$32.50

I Secondi Piatti (Main Course)

I Pesci (Fish)
$
Filetto di Salmone al Forno in Crosta di Senape e Pistacchio
Baked Atlantic fillet of salmon in mustard and pistachio crusted served with sauteed spinach.
US$33.00
Guazzetto di Pesce con Crostini all' Aglio
Seafood and fish stew in a light spicy tomato sauce with crostini.
US$34.50
Pesce del Mediterraneo alla Griglia con Vegetali
Grilled Mediterranean fish served with mixed grilled vegetables.
US$34.50
Le Carne (Meat)
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Petto di Pollo in Crosta di Parmigiano con Pure di Patate
Chicken breast in Parmesan crust white wine and lemon sauce served with mashed potato.
US$25.50
Pollo Spezzatino con Carciofi, Salsiccia e Peperoni Arrosto al Vino Bianco
Boneless diced chicken with sausage, artichokes and roasted peppers in white wine sauce.
US$29.50
Pollo Ruspante Arrosto con Patate al Forno
Roasted half free range chicken served with roasted potatoes.
US$28.50
Filetto di Maiale con Funghi Selvatici in Salsa al Vino Bianco e Rosmarino
Pork tenderloin with mixed wild mushrooms, bacon, white wine and rosemary sauce.
US$27.50
Fegato di Vitello alla Veneziana
Calves liver Venetian style sauteed with onions served with fresh polenta.
US$28.50
Scaloppine di Vitello Boscaiola
Veal scaloppine with mushroom bacon and pearl onion in white wine sauce served with sauteed spinach.
US$34.50
Costata di Maiale alla Milanese con Insalata di Pomodori e Rucola o Patatine Fritte
French-cut pork chop, pounded and prepared Milanese style, served with tomato and arugula salad or french fries.
US$31.50
Controfiletto di Manzo con salsa alla Senape, Porcini Mushrooms & Brandy
Ribeye steak in Dijon mustard, Porcini mushrooms & Brandy sauce, served with roasted potato.
US$43.50

I Contorni (Side Dishes)

Spinaci Saltati
Sauteed spinach
US$8.00
Vegetali del Giorno
Vegetable of the day
US$8.00
Pure di Patate
Mashed Potato
US$8.00
Patate Arrostite
Roasted potato
US$8.00
Polenta
US$8.00
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