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Buona Tavola

(805) 237-0600
943 Spring St., Paso Robles
(805) 545-8000
1037 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo

www.btslo.com


Reservations are recommended

For more than 16 years, Buona Tavola has offered a unique, charming setting featuring Antonio Varia’s authentic Northern Italian cuisine with an array of Antipasti (appetizers), handcrafted pastas, generous main courses, an award winning wine list and truly inspired desserts as well as our daily specials. They are our passion and our dedicated staff will delight you with personable service. Full bar with signature cocktails can be enjoyed at our Paso Robles Location.

Catering for special events also available, call Antonio Moline at (805) 545-8000 or Christian Mandarino at (805) 237-0600.

Lunch Mon – Fri: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Dinner Mon – Sun: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
(Fri – Sat until 10 p.m.)

 

Antipasti

Bruschetta al Pomodoro Fresco e Basilico - 8.75
grilled garlic bread with diced fresh Roma tomatoes and basil

Molluschi al guazetto - 12.75
fresh poached Manilla clams and fresh black mussels in a lightly spicy tomato sauce

Minestrone Saporito - 7.75
a medley of fresh vegetables and Tuscan beans in a savory chicken broth

Carpaccio del Tiziano - 12.75
thin slices of seared black pepper beef fillet topped with arugula and shaved Parmesan cheese in a horseradish dressing

Insalata di Gamberi e Capesante - 13.75

warm salad of sautéed sea scallops and grilled shrimp with
roasted bell peppers, green onions, arugula, capers, and garlic in a lemon mustard dressing


Primi e Secondi

Pappardelle alla San Pietro - 18.75
wide pasta ribbons with sautéed river shrimp, white wine, braised sweet onions, and imported prosciutto finished with a light creamy tomato sauce

Capellini al Filetto di Pomodoro e Basilico - 11.75

angel hair pasta with organic tomato fillets, garlic, basil, and a hint of extra virgin olive oil

Tortelloni di Zucca alla Salvia e Mascarpone - 14.75
homemade tortelloni stuffed with pumpkin and ricotta cheese in a sage and mascarpone cheese sauce topped with toasted walnuts

Gnocchi di Zucca alla Novarese - 13.75
homemade potato and pumpkin dumplings in a creamy Gorgonzola sauce topped with toasted hazelnuts

Costata di Manzo ai Sapori Delle Alpi - 32.75
grilled bone-in rib eye steak marinated with wild herbs and garlic in a Gorgonzola Barolo wine reduction sauce

Pollo Scamiciato alla Vinaggia - 21.75
grilled boneless free-range chicken marinated with garlic and herbs served with a rosemary mustard sauce

Pesci del Giorno alla Griglia - Market Price
fresh fish of the day


Dolci

Tiramisu - 8
lady fingers dipped in espresso, layered with mascarpone and covered with imported chocolate crumbles

Crema di Vaniglia Della Buona Tavola - 8.50
vanilla cream custard topped with your choice of rich caramel sauce or creamy chocolate sauce (Antonio
recommends half of each)

Tartufo Italiano al Cioccolato - 7.75
dark chocolate gelato covered with cocoa powder, chocolate, and finely ground hazelnuts, topped with espresso

Come and try our Homemade Limoncello and Arancello, the perfect way to end an Italian meal.

 


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Many restaurants offer seasonal menus and change their dishes regularly; not all items will be available at all times. Dishes listed are representative of each restaurant's offerings, and are not intended to reflect the complete menu. Please note that prices are subject to change without notice. The 2009 Central Coast Diner is presented by Central Coast Publishing, a division of Central Coast Media Group, Inc. Content and images for the 2009 Central Coast Diner are property of Central Coast Media Group, Inc. and may not be reproduced without written permission of the publisher. © 2009 Central Coast Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.