Menu @ Il Matto Restaurant Torquay

iL Matto Signature Platter (MUST TRY!)

The Chef’s Premium Selection of our Sharing Plates: Arancino al Ragù, Arancino ai Funghi, Nonna Meatball, Polenta Chips, Burratina Cheese, Hand-made Cured Salami, Mignon Zucchine della Nonna, Focaccia e Olive

Tagliere di Salumi (3pcs each per serve)

GF

The Chef’s Selection of a Salumi Board includes: ‘Citterio’ Italian-style 24-month-aged Ham, 24-month-aged Prosciutto Crudo di Parma, Mild Fennel Salami, and Mild Felino Salami

Focaccia e Olive

V

Il Matto Focaccia-style dish comes in one distinct flavor: Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Maldon Sea Salt Flakes, accompanied by Italian Nocellara Olives DOP

Arancini al Ragu (3pcs per serve)

GF

Sicilian Rice Arancini cooked with Saffron, Bolognese Ragout, Fresh Peas, Grated Aged Parme- san, and Parsley

Arancini ai Funghi e Pistacchio (3pcs per serve)

VGF

Sicilian Rice Arancini cooked with Mixed Mushrooms Ragout, Grated Aged Parmesan, and Sicilian Pistachio Crumble

Bruschetta al Pomodoro

V

Pizza-style Bruschetta Bread topped with Organic Sliced Heirloom Tomatoes, Mozzarella di Bufala, Fresh Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Oregano

Wagyu Carpaccio

GF

Thinly sliced Wagyu Carpaccio with a marble score of 7+, marinated in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Fresh Lemon Juice, served on a bed of Baby Wild Rocket, and topped with Shaved Aged Parme- san and Parsley

Terrina Vicentina

V

Tender Portobello Mushrooms Terrine Oven Baked with Asiago Cheese paired with iL Matto Focaccia

Polpette della Nonna (3pcs per serve)

Traditional Meatballs made with a blend of Pork, Veal, and Beef (GF) topped with Grated Aged Parmesan and Parsley, served with iL Matto Focaccia

Fritto Misto

GF

Crispy Fried Calamari and Juicy Prawns, with Crispy Vegetables (Zucchini and Carrots) served with Herb Mayo and a Lemon Wedge

Guazzetto di Pesce al Pomodoro

A Medley of Fresh Seafood (Calamari, Portarlington Mussels, Baby Clams, Octopus, King Prawns) Stewed in Home-made Napoli Sauce with Garlic, Chili, Parsley, and served with iL Matto Focaccia

Polenta Chips

VGF

Crispy Polenta Chips served with a flavorful Herbed Mayo Sauce

Rucolina

VGF

Baby Wild Rocket, Shaved Aged Parmesan, EVOO, Aged Balsamic Glaze

Caprese Nuvola

VGF

Heirloom Tomatoes, Mozzarella di Bufala, Cured Bufala Curd, Baby Wild Rocket, Fresh Basil, Tomato Confit Gel

Panzanella

V

Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onions, Home-made ‘Crostini’, Fresh Burratina Mozzarella

Greca

VGF

Cos Lettuce, Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onion, Whipped Goat’s Cheese, Fresh Basil, Black Olives, Oregano, EVOO, Aged Balsamic Glaze

Napoli

V

Hand-made Gnocchi sautéed in a Napoli sauce and topped with Fresh Basil, drizzle of EVOO

Bolognese

Hand-made Gnocchi sautéed in a rich and hearty Bolognese Ragu Sauce made with a blend of Slow-cooked Ground Meats including Veal, Pork, and Beef, simmered with Peeled Tomatoes and Aromatic Herbs, topped with Grated Aged Parmesan and Parsley

Sorrentina

V

Hand-made Gnocchi sautéed in a Napoli sauce then Oven Baked with Mozzarella di Bufala and Grated Aged Parmesan

Gamberi Grate’

Hand-made Gnocchi tossed with succulent King Prawns and Fresh Zucchini, infused with Sicilian Pistachio Pesto and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, then Oven Baked with Bechamel Sauce and Mozza- rella di Bufala

Polpette della Nonna

Square Shaped Spaghettoni Pasta sautéed with Home-made Meatballs (2pcs, GF) Stewed in a Nap- oli Sauce, topped with Grated Aged Parmesan and Parsley

Lasagna

Layers of Bolognese Sauce (Pork, Veal, Beef ) Béchamel Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Grated Aged Parmesan, Parsley

Amatriciana

Rigatoni Pasta cooked with Pepper Pancetta (Italian Bacon) and White Onion in a Shiraz Sauce fused with Home-made Napoli Sauce, a touch of Chili, and topped with Crunchy Pancetta, Grated Aged Pecorino, Fresh Basil

Mantonovenella

V

Hand-Made Tortelli Pasta filled with Fresh Buffalo Cheese, cooked in a Creamy Pumpkin Sauce, topped with Toasted Almond Flakes, Stracciatella Cheese, Cracked Pepper, Crushed Amaretti and Parsley

Guanciale di Manzo

Pappardelle Pasta sautéed with Braised Beef Cheek in a rich Barolo Wine Sauce, accompanied by Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Shaved Aged Parmesan, and a garnish of Fresh Parsley

Ragu di Agnello

Calamarata Pasta served with a Sicilian-style Lamb Red Sauce Ragu (braised for 8 hours), Fresh Spinach, Shaved Aged Parmesan

Vongole e Bottarga

Fettuccine Pasta sautéed with Fresh Baby Clams in a Citrusy White Wine and Garlic Sauce, with Bottarga and finished with Lemon Zest

Partenopea

Tagliolini Pasta sautéed with Flambéed Vodka-infused King Prawns, Asparagus Pesto Sauce, Roast- ed Cherry Tomatoes, and finished with a sprinkle of Fresh Lemon Zest

Pescatore “3D”

Linguine Pasta sautéed with Garlic-infused King Prawns, Portarlington Mussels, Baby Clams, Cala- mari in a Gin Flambé Sauce, and finished with Shaved Bottarga Flakes

Etrusca

VGF

Italian Ferron Rice prepared with Roasted Pumpkin Mousse with Mediterranean Herbs, Black Pep- per and Garlic, topped with Fresh Stracciatella, Toasted Hazelnuts, and Basil Oil

Veneziano

VGF

Italian Ferron Rice prepared with a medley of Fresh Mushrooms, served with a Parmesan Mousse, garnished with Shaved Aged Parmesan and Parsley

Cotoletta alla Milanese

Leaf Salad, Mash Potatoes, RoasteaTender Chicken Breast coated in Seasoned Breadcrumbs, pan-fried to perfection, served with Crispy Oregano-infused Chips, Cos Lettuce, and a side of flavorful Herb Mayo Veggies, Garlic Mayo, EVOO and Balsamic Glaze

Zucchine della Nonna

VGF

Oven Baked Tender Zucchini Layers stacked with Home-made Napoli Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarel- la and Grated Aged Parmesan

Veal Saltimbocca alla Romana

GF

Veal Bocconcini alla Romana showcases pan-seared Veal Cutlets with 24-month-aged Prosciutto Crudo di Parma, cooked in a flavorful blend of White Wine, Butter, and Sage. Served on a bed of Baby Wild Rocket with Seasoned Grilled Vegetables on the side

Brasato allo Shiraz

48-Hour Marinated Beef with Shiraz Wine and Italian Herbs, Oven-Braised with Mirepoix, served with Crispy Polenta Chips and Crunchy Skinny Carrots, served with iL Matto Focaccia

Branzino al Pistacchio

Pan Seared Delicate Sea Bass Fillet, Encased in a crunchy trio of Pistachio, Almonds and Walnuts, served with Creamy Sicilian Pistachio Pesto Sauce, served with Broccolini and Orange Zest, and a side of iL Matto Focaccia

Margherita Pizza

V

Hawaiian Pizza

Rigatoni: Napoli

V

Rigatoni: Bolognese

Homemade Chicken Bites and Chips

GF

Served with Tomato Ketchup

Boscaiola

V

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Roasted Zucchini, Roasted Pumpkin, Fresh Mint, Toasted Walnuts

Calabrese

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Scamorza, Hot Salami, Roasted Capsicums, Dust of Black Olives

Prosciutto

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Sliced Tomatoes, 24-month-aged Prosciutto Crudo di Parma, Cos Lettuce, Shaved Aged Parmesan, Home-made Mayo

Valdostano

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Italian Porcini Mushrooms, ‘Citterio’ Italian-style 24-month-aged Ham, Stracciatella, Fresh Basil

Margherita

V

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Grated Aged Parmesan, Fresh Basil

L’Australiana

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Grated Aged Parmesan Champagne Ham, Free-Range Egg

Capricciosa

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Fresh Mushrooms, Champagne Ham, Black Olives

Zucca

V

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Roasted Pumpkin, Baby Wild Rocket, Whipped Goat’s Cheese, Pesto, Pine Nuts

Quattro Formaggi

V

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Scamorza, Whipped Pecorino DOP, Shaved Aged Parmesan, Baby Wild Rocket, Walnuts

Vesuvio

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Hot Salami, Roasted Capsicums, Sliced Black Olives, Chili

Norcina

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Italian Pork Sausage, Porcini Mushrooms, Baby Wild Rocket, Shaved Aged Parmesan

Ortolana

V

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, Roasted Capsicums, Roasted Zucchini, Fresh Mushrooms, Baby Wild Rocket

Contadina

V

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Garlic Oil, Fresh Mushrooms, Pepper Pancetta (Italian Bacon), Pesto, Shaved Aged Parmesan

Salsiccia e Friarielli (Naples Tradition)

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Friarielli, Italian Pork Sausage, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Chili, Shaved Aged Parmesan

Prosciuttina

Sliced Heirloom Tomatoes, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, 24-month-aged Prosciutto Crudo di Parma, Baby Wild Rocket, Fresh Burratina Mozzarella

Stuzzicosa

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Hot Salami, Italian Pork Sausage, Scamorza

Polpettina

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, touch of Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Hand-made Meatballs (GF), Black Pepper, Grated Pecorino, Fresh Basil

La Marinara

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Calamari, Tiger Prawns, Fresh Mussels, Baby Clams, Fish Bites, Garlic, Parsley

Aussie Meat Lovers

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Italian Pork Sausage, Champagne Ham, Mild Salami, Hot Salami, Pepper Pancetta (Italian Bacon)

Queen Margherita

V

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Garlic Oil, Fresh Mozzarella di Bufala (not oven baked), Oregano, Fresh Basil

Chicken Gourmet

BBQ Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Oven Baked Chicken Breast, Cos Lettuce, Pickled Red Onions, Cashews and Fried Shallots

Burratina 50/50 Gourmet

V

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Garlic, Oregano, Fresh Burratina

Mushrooms Gourmet

V

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Mozzarella di Bufala, Mixed Mushrooms Ragout (Porcini Mushrooms, Chi- odini Mushrooms, Forest Mushrooms), Italian Black Truffle Pate, Shaved Aged Parmesan, Truffle Oil, Parsley

King Prawn Gourmet

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, King Prawns, Roasted Zucchini, Fresh Mint, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Wagyu Carpaccio Gourmet

Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Wagyu Carpaccio with a marble score of 7+, Baby Wild Rocket, Shaved Aged Parmesan, Lemon Wedge

Affogato al Caffe

GF

Coffee and Vanilla Ice Cream Add Liquor of your choice Pistachio, Baileys, Kahlua, Frangelico, Amaretto +$8

Pastiera Napoletana (MUST TRY!)

This delightful dessert features a Rich and Creamy filling made with Ricotta Cheese, Cooked Wheat, Citrus Zest, and Aromatic Spices, all encased in a Buttery Pastry Crust

Nutella Pizza

Nutella, Crushed Hazelnuts, Icing Sugar, Scoop of Home-made Ice Cream

Nonna’s Tiramisu

Classic Italian Tiramisu featuring layers of Savoiardi Biscuits soaked in Coffee and Layered with a Rich Mascarpone Cream, dusted with Cocoa Powder

Tiramisu alla Nutella

Classic Italian Tiramisu with a twist, featuring layers of Savoiardi Biscuits soaked in Syrup and Layered with a Rich Mascarpone and Nutella, dusted with Cocoa Powder

Amaretto “Bonet”

Creamy Panna Cotta infused with Dark Chocolate Ganache and topped with Italian Amaretti Biscuits

Pistacchio Cremino

Creamy Pistachio Panna Cotta infused with Sicilian Pistachio Cremino, topped with Crunchy Sicilian Pistachio