Gradisca Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing Gradisca, a charming Italian restaurant in the heart of New York City. Known for its cozy ambiance, attentive service, and exceptional cuisine, Gradisca offers a delightful dining experience for all occasions.
The menu at Gradisca features a wide array of delectable dishes, from traditional antipasti like Polenta Ai Funghi and Burrata to mouthwatering pasta options like Gnocchi al Tartufo Nero and Pappardelle con Ragù d'Agnello. Each dish is carefully crafted using fresh, high-quality ingredients, resulting in flavors that are sure to impress even the most discerning palate.
Customer reviews rave about the impeccable service, intimate atmosphere, and, of course, the must-try desserts like the Crème Brulee di Pecorino and the Tiramisu. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a place to gather with friends and family, Gradisca is the perfect choice for a memorable dining experience. Visit them at 126 W 13th St and indulge in the exquisite flavors of authentic Italian cuisine.
Antipasti & Verdure
INSALATA DI MARE
octopus, shrimp, calamari, salmoriglio sauce (v)
POLENTA AI FUNGHI
crispy polenta, mushrooms trifolati, creamy gorgonzola (gf, v)
SFORMATO DI SPINACI
spinach & parmesan flan, parmigiano fondue (v)
PARMIGIANA
eggplant, tomato passata, mozzarella, parmigiano (gf, v)
BURRATA
heirloom tomatoes, basil (gf, v)
RUCHETTA
baby arugula, almonds, balsamico, parmigiano (gf, v)
SPINACI E PERE
baby spinach, pear, ricotta salata, honey balsamic vinaigrette (gf, v)
CAVOLFIORE
cauliflower gratin with mornay sauce (gf, v)
CREME BRULEE
pecorino crme brule, red onion marmalade (gf, v)
CROSTINO TOSCANO
organic chicken liver pt
ITALIANA
lettuce, cherry tomatoes, olives, prosciutto di parma, parmigiano (v)
CARCIOFI FRITTI
crispy artichokes, yogurt aioli (gf, v)
BROCCOLI
broccoli rabe, garlic, peperoncino (gf, v)
CAVOLETTI
brussels sprouts, local honey, balsamic saba (gf, v)
PATATE
rosemary roasted potatoes (gf, v)
PROSCIUTTO E TIGELLE
24 month prosciutto di parma , tigelle bread
PIADINA MOZZARELLA E POMODORO
thin flatbread, mozzarella, tomato, oregano (v)
PIADINA PROSCIUTTO E MOZZARELLA
thin flatbread, prosciutto di parma, mozzarella, arugula
Bruschetta
Tomato, garlic, basil and extra virgin olive oil.
Capesante Scottate
Seared diver scallops, crushed english peas and candied grape tomato.
Catalana di Polpo e Gamberi
Steamed octopus and shrimp, fennel, celery, taggia olives and orange citronette.
Polenta Due Maniere
Crispy yellow corn polenta with bolognese ragu or Gorgonzola sauce. Gluten free. Vegetarian.
Polpettine
Beef and pork meatballs with herb tomato sauce. Gluten free.
Polpo e Cannellini
Poached Spanish octopus, rosemary cannellini beans and tomato confit. Gluten free.
Sformatino di Broccoli
Broccoli sformato, parmigiano reggiano fonduta. Gluten free. Vegetarian.
Tartara di Tonno
Yellowfin tuna tartare, avocado and watermelon radish.
Vitello Tonnato
Sliced all-natural humanely-raised veal, tonnato sauce, caperberries and candied lemon.
Bruciatini
Romaine hearts, treviso radicchio, crispy pancetta and balsamico tradizionale. Gluten free. Vegetarian option without pancetta.
Caesar Aromatica
Mustard greens, croutons, marinated cetara anchovies, quail egg and parmesan crisp.
Orzotto, Verdure e Caprino
Barley, fava bean, english peas and string bean salad with fresh organic goat cheese.
Panzanella
Tomato bread salad with sweet onion, cucumber, celery and basil.
Caprese
Buffalo mozzarella, heirloom cherry tomatoes and nut-free basil pesto. Gluten free. Vegetarian.
Panzanella di Cavolfiore
Cauliflower bread salad with heirloom tomato, sweet tropea onion and apple cider vinaigrette. Vegetarian.
Insalate
Pasta
CAVATELLI
eggplant, tomato, basil, grated ricotta salata (v)
GNOCCHI AL FORNO
baked potato gnocchi, tomato, mozzarella (v)
CARBONARA
pici, guanciale, pecorino, farm egg, black pepper
TORTELLINI
meat-filled tortellini in broth or parmigiano cream sauce
LASAGNA
spinach pasta, bolognese meat ragu, bechamel, parmigiano
PAPPARDELLE
egg pappardelle, slow cooked all-natural lamb ragu
CACIO E PEPE
spaghetti, pecorino romano, black pepper (v)
Aglio e Olio
Mancini turanicum wheat spaghetti, black garlic, calabrian chili pepper and breadcrumbs.
Cavatelli Pomodoro e Melanzane
Cavatelli, tomato, eggplant, basil and ricotta salata. Vegetarian.
Gnocchi Fave e Pecorino
Potato gnocchi, fava beans and Pecorino Romano.
Gnocchi al Tartufo Nero
Potato gnocchi, Parmesan fondue and black truffle sauce. Vegetarian.
Orecchiette Vongole e Cime di Rapa
Artisanal orecchiette, wild manila clams, rapini and peperoncino.
Pappardelle con Ragu d'Agnello
Egg pappardelle, herb lamb ragu and pecorino romano.
Ravioli di Mare
Shrimp and crab ravioli, whole milk burrata and zucchini.
Risotto agli Asparagi
Acquerello carnaroli rice, asparagus and Parmigiano frico. Gluten-free.
Risotto ai Funghi
Acquerello carnaroli rice, mushroom trifolati and parmigiano reggiano crisp. Gluten free. Vegetarian.
Tortellini alla Panna
Mama Caterina's meat-filled tortellini with Parmigiano Reggiano cream sauce.
Tortellini in Brodo
Mama Caterina's meat-filled tortellini in broth.
Trenette alle Vongole
Mancini bronze-die linguine, cherry tomatoes, manila clams and controne pepper.
Trofie al Pesto, Patate e Fagiolini
Trofie, pesto sauce, diced potatoes, string beans and toasted pine nuts.
RISOTTO
acquerello carnaroli rice, wild & porcini mushrooms (gf,v)
BRASATO
slow braised Angus beef in barolo, mashed potatoes (gf)
POLPETTE
beef & ricotta meatballs in herb tomato sauce (gf)
TAGLIATA
ny strip steak, rosemary potatoes, balsamic reduction (gf)
Bistecca
Prime New York strip steak with choice of 1 contorni.
Braciola di Maiale
Grilled Niman ranch all-natural pork chop, rapini and mustard jus.
Brasato di Wagyu al Barolo
American wagyu beef braised in barolo wine, yellow corn polenta and glazed cipollini onions. Gluten free.
Costolette d'Agnello
Grilled domestic lamb chops, scapece zucchini and herb citrus gremolata.
Merluzzo e Cannellini
Pan-fried fillet of Icelandic cod, cannellini bean almond puree and asparagus.
Petto d'Antara
Roasted Long Island duck breast, star anise celeriac puree and braised cipollotti.
Scaloppine ai Funghi
All-natural humanely raised veal scaloppini, mushrooms and collards.
COTOLETTA BOLOGNESE
farm chicken cutlet, prosciutto di parma, parmigiano, black truffle sauce
ORATA
seared sea bream, sauteed spinach, lemon beurre blanc (gf)
POLIPO
charred octopus, cherry tomato confit, potatoes, capers, chili basil pesto (gf)
Carne & Pesce
Contorni
String Beans Italiano
Sauteed with extra virgin olive oil.
Roasted Potatoes
With rosemary and finocchietto.
Wilted Spinach
With garlic and extra virgin olive oil.
Rapini
With garlic and peperoncino.
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Wilted Spinach with Garlic and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Rapini with Garlic and Peperoncino
TIRAMISU
ladyfingers, coffee, mascarpone cream, cocoa dust
BABA AL RUM
sponge cake soaked in dark rum syrup, creme chantilly
TORTINO DI CIOCCOLATO
warm flourless valrhona dark chocolate cake, creme anglaise (gf)
CANNOLI
crisp pastry shells filled with sweet creamy ricotta cheese
MASCARPONE
mascarpone cream topped with fabbri candied amarena cherries (gf)
BISCOTTI
assorted cookies, chocolate & vanilla dipping sauce