22.00Pinot Grigio, Cavit (Italy)Crisp, light character. Light & refreshing w/ citrus & melon flavors on the finish
24.00Pinot Grigio, Ecco Domani (Italy)Possesses pleasant floral & tropical fruit aromas, & has a light, crisp, clean & refreshing flavor, w/ refined elegance
24.00Pinot Grigio, Santa Margherita (Italy)Medium bodied w/ a fresh crisp character, firm structure, & pleasant golden apple aftertaste
20.00Chardonnay, Yellow Tail (Australia)Exhibits citrus & honeydew flavors complexed by gentle french oak aging; soft & fresh
20.00Unoaked Chardonnay, Kim Crawford (Marlborough, New Zeland)Lifted stone fruit, grapefruit & butterscotch sromas w/ full, rich flavors of tropical fruits
27.00Chardonnay, Toasted Head (California)Bright tangerine & pear fruit aromas highlighted by clove & nutmeg. Flavors of pear & toasty butterscotch oak
29.00Chardonnay, Kendall-Jackson (California)Bright tangerine & per fruit aromas highlighted byt clove & nutmeg. Flavors of pear & toasty butterscotch oak
36.00Chardonnay, Columbia Crest Vineyard 10 (Wash.)Showcases floral aromas w/ juicy apple, pear, pineapple & melon flavors w/ a polished texture & a tangy finish
41.00Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River (Cal.)A gentle straw/golden hue & a big lemon, pineapple & vanilla cream bouquet w/ something else strong
64.00Chardonnay, Cakebread Cellars (Napa, California)Fresh & creamy w/ succulent ripe peach, yellow apple & lemon zest flavors enhanced by a refreshing minerality
29.00Meritage, Kendall-Jackson (California)Exposes the fresh, ripe, jam-like fruit typical of California wine. Forward, spicy & soft
22.00Pinot Noir, Robert Mondavi Private Selection (California)Soft & round w/ good length & richness on the palate. Displays supple, silky, berry & cherry jam flavors
26.00Pinot Noir, Mark West (California)Aromas of cherry-raspberry pie & cola berry w/ notes of candied vanilla & spice. Deep rich berry compote flavors
38.00Pinot Noir, La Crema (California)Aromas of ripe cherry, cocoa, anise & rich baking spipces w/ hints of delicate tea leaf
39.00Pinot Noir, Francis Coppola “Director’s Cut” (California)Concentrated, deep flavors of currants & spice w/ a bright acidity & cranberry notes
22.00Merlot, Smoking Loon (California)Flavors of cherry pie, sweet plum, & sinnamon-spiked cranberry dressing, finishing w/ notes of rich, oak & vanilla
38.00Pinot Noir, La Crema (California)Aromas of ripe cherry, cocoa, anise & rich baking spipces w/ hints of delicate tea leaf
39.00Pinot Noir, Francis Coppola “Director’s Cut” (California)Concentrated, deep flavors of currants & spice w/ a bright acidity & cranberry notes
22.00Merlot, Smoking Loon (California)Flavors of cherry pie, sweet plum, & sinnamon-spiked cranberry dressing, finishing w/ notes of rich, oak & vanilla
28.00Merlot, Rodney Strong (California)Solid, persistent ripe plum & berry flavors & toasty vanilla character w/ a lingering plush, grapey finish
32.00Merlot, Francis Coppola (California)Aromas of bright red cherries & clove spice. Supple red plum & black cherry flavors
24.00Malbec, Gascon (Argentina)Powerful & complex. Notes of red fruit can be perceived such as raspberry, red currant & sweet plum
20.00Shiraz, Yellow Tail (Australia)Impressive spice, licorice & red berry aromas. Perfectly balanced w/ silky tannins & big, ripe fruit flavors
22.00Shiraz, Rosemount (Australia)Bright & appealing for its clarity of plum & blackberry flavors, persisting on the finish against firm tannins
32.007 Deadly Zins Zinfandel by Michael-David Winery (Lodi, California)Plenty of oak in addition to abundant varietal character in its briery, cherry, raspberry, earthly personality
22.00Zinfandel, Ravenswood (Lodi, California)Intense, sweet ripe berries, cinnamon & black pepper spice w/ elements of sun-baked earth.
22.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Smoking Loon (California)Snooth & ripe, exhibitinhg pleasing black fruit flavors; soft & easy in the aftertaste
27.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Sterling (California)Flavors of blackberry, plum & black cherry are followed by notes of nutmeg, cloves & a dark chocolate finish
30.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Francis Coppola (California)Aromas of plums, red currants, & vanilla; flavors of blackberry, plum & run raisin
36.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Robert Mondavi “Napa”(California)Deep & dense w/ perfumed aromas & delicious flavors of blackberry, cassis, black olive & dark chocolate
42.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Simi (California)Vibrant tropical fruit enhanced by notes of pear, lemon & vanilla lightly spiced w/ clove, cinnamon & toasty oak
180.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Opus One (Napa, California)Hints of earthly cedar, tar & tobacco which join ripe currant, red cherry, anise, leather, sage & spice characters
39.00Chianti Classico DOCG, Antinori “Peppoli” (Italy)Ripe, fruity red, w/ black currant, damson & hints of coconut & chocolate
22.00Chianti, Bell’agio “Straw Basket” (Italy)Ruby-red w/ patches of purple. Full & reminiscent of violets. Dry, smooth w/ zesty notes of cherry & berry fruit
42.00Chianti Classico Reserva Tan Label, Ruffino (Italy)Displays elegance & excellent structure. Fruit, alcohol, tannins & spices forma perfect balance
66.00Chianti Classico Reserva Gold Label, Ruffino (Italy)Full bodied w/ a fruity core of cherries & berries. notes of mediterranean herbs & hints of oak
36.00Rosso di Montalcino “Baby Brunello”, Banfi (Italy)Cherry red color & ripe, wild cherry fruit aromas are offset by suggestions of leather & spice
32.00Ripasso “Baby Amarone”, Sartori “Regolo” (Italy)Superb, rich aroma; full flavored w/ deep, concentrated fruit & a long, lingering aftertaste
58.00Amarone della Valpolicella, Sertori (Italy)The aristocrat of VeronaRobust, full-bodied & dry w/ excellent balanceand a velvety finish
85.00Brunello di Montalcino, Banfi (Italy)Rich, round, velvety & intensely aromatic, w/ flavor hints of licorice, cherry, & spices
91.00Barolo, Marchesi di Luigi Finaldi “Cannubi” (Italy)Layers of ripe fruit, menthol & spices that caress the palate, showing superb grace & purity
55.00Sangiovese, Banfi “Belnero” (Italy)Offers appealing violet & cherry nuances w/ subtle hints of cedar & licorice
32.00Sangiovese, Antinori “Santa Christina” (Italy)Intense fresh fruit aromas w/ pleasant floral hints. Well-structured, soft & harmonious
21.00Primitivo, Amano (Italy)Dark red in color, aromas of black stone fruit & the palate explodes w/ rich berry fruit
Dinner
Antipasti
9.00Utica Style GreensSautéed w/ proscuitto, hot peppers, garlic, & onions. Finished w/ toasted bread crumbs & romano cheese
14.00Seafood Utica GreensOur famous homemade utica greens tossed w/ pan-seared dry scallops & mexican white shrimp
MarketRisotto CompositionExperience our chef's personality & flavor through his daily adventure w/ risotto, refer to special menu
11.00Fresh Littleneck ClamsA dozen fresh clams prepared any style you desire. A few suggestions are: italian (white wine, butter, & herbs); fra diablo (spicy red sauce); or just plain w/ warm drawn butterOptions:
Spicy red sauce), Just plain
14.00Bacon Wrapped Shrimp or Sea ScallopsFive bacon wrapped shrimp or jumbo sea scallops served over green pea-shoots & horseradish-dijon aioliOptions:
Shrimp, Jumbo sea scallops
12.00Florida Style CrabcakesTwo homemade cakes made w/ florida blue crab claw & back fin meat, pan-fried to perfection served over green pea-shoots, horseradish-dijon aioli, basil olive oil, & tomato concasse
4.00Italian Long HotsItalian long hot peppers sautéed in extra virgin olive oil & garlic. Five to seven per order 8 italian wedding soup the perfect marriage of vegetables, chicken, & meatballs in a savory chicken broth
Insalata
8.00Iceberg Wedge SaladFrancesca's way to enjoy your steak house favorite. A fresh quarter wedge of iceburg topped w/ diced tomatoes, red onions, hard boiled egg, crispy bacon, creamy & crumbly bleu cheese, & fresh cracked black peppercorn
18.00Salmon & Asparagus Tips w/ Bow Tie PastaFresh canadian salmon & asparagus tips sautéed in extra virgin olive oil, finished w/ a white wine lemon butter sauce & tossed w/ bow tie pasta
17.00Linguini w/ Red or White Clam SauceLoaded w/ chopped clam meat & fresh littleneck clams steamed w/ garlic, white wine, & fresh herbs finished w/ whole butterOptions:
Soup, Salad
Pesci
18.00Broiled Salmon FiletFresh canadian salmon broiled w/ a green-herb bread crumb topping. Served w/ saffron flavored risotto, grilled asparagus, & a lemon chive butter sauce
22.00Crab Stuffed SalmonOven-roasted fresh canadian salmon stuffed w/ our homemade crab salad. Served w/ saffron flavored risotto, grilled asparagus, & a shrimp & lobster chive veloute
22.00Cedar Planked Bacon-Wrapped Sea ScallopsBacon wrapped & pan seared, smoked on a cedar wood plank w/ dijon mustard, & fresh rosemary sprigs. Served w/ mashed potatoes & sautéed vegetables
23.00Cioppino"The san francisco favorite" clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp, scallops, & fresh fish. Sautéed w/ garlic, fennel, & shallots then simmered in white wine, fish fume, & tomato broth. Finished w/ diced tomatoes, fresh basil, & garlic croustinis. Served over linguini
19.00Shrimp FrancaiseSix egg battered jumbo shrimp, sautéed w/ white wine, lemon, & butter. Served over linguini
24.00Pepper Encrusted TunaYellow fin tuna seared w/ a dusting of fresh cracked black pepper over jasmine rice & finished w/ roasted garlic tomato ragu w/ asparagus, roasted red pepper, sautéed onions & pine nuts
22.00ScallopsU 10 pan-seared day boat sea scallops sautéed w/ wild mushrooms, diced tomatoes, fresh scallions & finished w/ a roasted garlic alfredo sauce over fresh house made paupadelli pasta
Vitello
18.00Veal VesuvioPan-fried tender veal scallopini topped w/ sautéed wild mushrooms, artichokes, panchetta, diced tomatoes, & garlic finished w/ a parmesan cream sauce. Served over linguini
18.00Veal ParmesanA classic dish of breaded veal cutlets sautéed & served au gratin w/ fresh whole milk mozzarella cheese & homemade marinara sauce. Served over rigatoni
18.00Veal AngeloroTender veal scallopinis sautéed w/ wild mushrooms, garlic, & fresh herbs. Topped w/ fresh mozzarella & provolone cheese & finished w/ homemade marinara sauce. Served over rigatoni
22.00Veal w/ ShrimpSautéed veal scallopinis & jumbo shrimp w/ shallots, garlic, wild mushrooms, & roasted red peppers. Finished w/ a sweet marsala cream sauce. Served over linguini
18.00Veal MarsalaTender scallopinis of veal sautéed w/ wild mushrooms, shallots, & garlic & finished w/ a sweet marsala wine reduction. Served over linguini
18.00Veal FrancaiseEgg battered veal scallopinis, sautéed w/ white wine, lemon, & butter. Served over linguini
30.00Frenched Cut Veal Chop16 oz. Frenched cut veal chop, char-willed w/ roasted italian long hot peppers & portabello mushrooms in a chianti wine reduction. Served w/ mashed potatoes & sautéed vegetables
Pollame
16.00Chicken FrancescaSautéed chicken w/ portabello mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, crispy bacon finished w/ roasted garlic volute. Served over fresh house made paupadelle pasta finished w/ diced tomato & scallions
17.00Chicken VesuvioPan-fried breaded chicken breast topped w/ sautéed wild mushrooms, artichokes, panchetta, diced tomatoes, & garlic finished w/ a parmesan cream sauce. Served over linguini
17.00Chicken ParmesanA classic dish of breaded chicken breast sautéed then served au gratin w/ fresh whole milk mozzarella cheese & homemade marinara sauce. Served over rigatoni
18.00Chicken VendettiChicken breast stuffed w/ spinach, fontina cheese, & wild mushrooms wrapped in phyllo dough. Baked & served w/ mashed potatoes, roasted red pepper cream sauce, & basil olive oil
22.00Crab Stuffed Chicken BreastPacked full of fresh jumbo lump crab meat salad, wrapped in phyllo dough & baked to perfection. Served w/ a shrimp & lobster chive veloute, mashed potatoes & grilled asparagus
20.00Chicken w/ ShrimpSautéed chicken cutlets & jumbo shrimp w/ shallots, garlic, wild mushrooms, & roasted red peppers finished w/ a sweet marsala cream sauce. Served over linguini pasta
17.00Chicken MarsalaTender chicken breast sautéed w/ wild mushrooms, shallots, & garlic & finished w/ a sweet marsala wine reduction. Served over linguini
17.00Chicken FrancaiseEgg battered chicken cutlets, sautéed w/ white wine, lemon, & butter. Served over linguini
17.00Grilled Chicken ParmesanA classic dish of grilled chicken breast sautéed then served w/ fresh whole milk mozzarella cheese & homemade marinara sauce. Served over rigatoni
Carne
17.00Top SirloinThis 12 oz. Strip style, top sirloin steak is full of flavor, seasoned & grilled to perfection
19.00Steak ManciniOz. Strip style top sirloin w/ a sauce made w/ roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, garlic, basil & maderia wine
20.00Ny StriploinGenerously cut 14 oz. From the center of the striploin. This cut is very thick, well marbled, seasoned & grilled to perfection
21.00DelmonicoOur ribeye is a full pound of well marbled choice beef seasoned & grilled to perfection
25.00Filet Mignon"King of steaks" this center cut 8 oz. Filet is seasoned & grilled to perfection
25.00Steak Marsala14 oz. Ny strip sautéed w/ wild mushrooms, shallots, & garlic & finished w/ a sweet marsala wine reduction. Served over linguini
Lunch
Antipasti
6.00Stuffed Hot Cherry PeppersStuffed w/ our signature ground beef & parmesan filling, baked w/ marinara sauce then finished w/ grated romano cheese
8.00Shrimp CocktailFour chilled jumbo shrimp served w/ our own traditional cocktail sauce
8.00Florida Style CrabcakesTwo house made crabcakes panfried to a golden brown, served w/ a green pea-shoot salad, tomato salsa & a dijon-horseradish aioli
Utica Style GreensSautéed w/ proscuito, hot peppers, garlic & onions, finished w/ toasted bread crumbs & romano cheeseOptions:
As side (6.00)
, Platter (8.00)
7.00Goat Cheese FritterHand breaded, fresh goat cheese served w/ an italian crostini & homemade spicy marinara sauce
12.00Seafood Utica GreensOur famous house made utica greens topped w/ pan-seared dry sea scallops & jumbo tiger shrimp
9.00All American-BaconTopped w/ american cheese & crispy bacon served w/ iceberg lettuce, tomato, red onion & mayo
Sandwiches and Wraps
10.00Veal Parmesan SandwichSautéed veal cutlet w/ marinara & fresh mozzarella on toasted italian bread
8.00Grilled Marinated Vegetable SandwichGrilled zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant & roasted peppers layered on a toasted panini roll w/ baby greens, diced tomato & pesto mayo
9.00Chicken Parmesan SandwichSautéed chicken cutlet w/ marinara & fresh mozzarella on toasted italian bread
10.00Braised Beef Short Rib SandwichBraised beef short rib in a natural tomato au jus w/ caramelized onions & gorgonzola cheese. Served on toasted ciabatta bread
14.00Lobster RollOur homemade, fresh lobster salad w/ celery & fresh dill. Served on a toasted potato roll
9.00Grilled Chicken & Prosciutto SandwichGrilled chicken cutlets w/ prosciutto & melted provolone cheese served on a toasted panini bun w/ baby greens, sliced tomato & pesto mayo
Lunch Entrees
11.00Chicken FrancaiseEgg battered & sauteed finished w/ a white wine, lemon & butter reductionOptions:
Soup, Salad
13.00Veal ParmesanBreaded veal scallopini sauteed & served au gratin w/ whole milk mozzarella cheese & marinara sauceOptions:
Soup, Salad
13.00Veal FrancaiseEgg battered & sauteed finished w/ a white wine, lemon & butter reductionOptions:
Soup, Salad
11.00Chicken ParmesanBreaded chicken breast sauteed & served au gratin w/ whole milk mozzarella cheese & marinara sauceOptions:
Soup, Salad
13.00Cedar-Planked SalmonPan-seared norwegian salmon filet w/ a dijon-horseradish crust baked on a cedar plank w/ fresh rosemary & dijon. Served w/ sauteed vegetables of the dayOptions:
Soup, Salad
10.00Vegetable RigatoniSautéed zucchini, yellow squash, red peppers & mushrooms. Finished w/ extra virgin olive oil, garlic, crushed tomatoes & freshly grated romano cheese tossed w/ rigatonisOptions:
Soup, Salad
10.00Chicken FrancescaSautéed chicken w/ portabello, sun dried tomatoes & crispy bacon in a parmesan cream sauce. Served over fresh house made pappardelle pasta & finished w/ diced tomato & scallionsOptions:
Soup, Salad
13.00Chicken RiggiesA syracuse tradition of sauteed peppers & onions w/ a spicy pink sauce tossed w/ rigatoniOptions:
Soup, Salad
13.00Mussels FrancescaA dozen pei mussels sautéed w/ fresh garlic & olive oil tossed w/ our homemade spicy pomodoro cream sauce. Served w/ fresh house made pappardelle pasta & finished w/ garlic crostiniOptions:
Soup, Salad
22.00Pinot Grigio, Cavit (Italy)Crisp, light character. Light & refreshing w/ citrus & melon flavors on the finish.
24.00Pinot Grigio, Ecco Domani (Italy)Possesses pleasant floral & tropical fruit aromas, & has a light, crisp, clean & refreshing flavor, w/ refined elegance.
42.00Pinot Grigio, Santa Margherita (Italy)Medium bodied w/ a fresh crisp character, firm structure, & pleasant golden apple aftertaste.
20.00Chardonnay, Yellow Tail (Australia)Exhibits citrus & honeydew flavors complexed by gentle french oak aging; soft & fresh.
20.00Unoaked Chardonnay, Kim Crawford (Marlborough, New Zeland)Lifted stone fruit, grapefruit & butterscotch sromas w/ full, rich flavors of tropical fruits.
27.00Chardonnay, Toasted Head (California)Bright tangerine & pear fruit aromas highlighted by clove & nutmeg. Flavors of pear & toasty butterscotch oak.
29.00Chardonnay, Kendall-Jackson (California)Bright tangerine & per fruit aromas highlighted byt clove & nutmeg. Flavors of pear & toasty butterscotch oak.
36.00Chardonnay, Columbia Crest “Vineyard 10” (Wash.)Showcases floral aromas w/ juicy apple, pear, pineapple & melon flavors w/ a polished texture & a tangy finish.
41.00Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River (Cal.)A gentle straw/golden hue & a big lemon, pineapple & vanilla cream bouquet w/ something else strong.
64.00Chardonnay, Cakebread Cellars (Napa, California)Fresh & creamy w/ succulent ripe peach, yellow apple & lemon zest flavors enhanced by a refreshing minerality.
29.00Meritage, Kendall-Jackson (California)Exposes the fresh, ripe, jam-like fruit typical of california wine. Forward, spicy & soft.
22.00Pinot Noir, Robert Mondavi Private Selection (California)Soft & round w/ good length & richness on the palate. Displays supple, silky, berry & cherry jam flavors.
26.00Pinot Noir, Mark West (California)Aromas of cherry-raspberry pie & cola berry w/ notes of candied vanilla & spice. Deep rich berry compote flavors.
38.00Pinot Noir, La Crema (California)Aromas of ripe cherry, cocoa, anise & rich baking spipces w/ hints of delicate tea leaf.
39.00Pinot Noir, Francis Coppola “Director's Cut” (California)Concentrated, deep flavors of currants & spice w/ a bright acidity & cranberry notes.
22.00Merlot, Smoking Loon (California)Flavors of cherry pie, sweet plum, & sinnamon-spiked cranberry dressing, finishing w/ notes of rich, oak & vanilla.
28.00Merlot, Rodney Strong (California)Solid, persistent ripe plum & berry flavors & toasty vanilla character w/ a lingering plush, grapey finish.
32.00Merlot, Francis Coppola (California)Aromas of bright red cherries & clove spice. Supple red plum & black cherry flavors.
24.00Malbec, Gascon (Argentina)Powerful & complex. Notes of red fruit can be perceived such as raspberry, red currant & sweet plum.
20.00Shiraz, Yellow Tail (Australia)Impressive spice, licorice & red berry aromas. Perfectly balanced w/ silky tannins & big, ripe fruit flavors.
22.00Shiraz, Rosemount (Australia)Bright & appealing for its clarity of plum & blackberry flavors, persisting on the finish against firm tannins.
32.00Deadly Zins Zinfandel by Michael-David Winery (Lodi, California)Plenty of oak in addition to abundant varietal character in its briery, cherry, raspberry, earthly personality.
22.00Zinfandel, Ravenswood (Lodi, California)Intense, sweet ripe berries, cinnamon & black pepper spice w/ elements of sun-baked earth.
22.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Smoking Loon (California)Snooth & ripe, exhibitinhg pleasing black fruit flavors; soft & easy in the aftertaste.
27.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Sterling (California)Flavors of blackberry, plum & black cherry are followed by notes of nutmeg, cloves & a dark chocolate finish.
30.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Francis Coppola (California)Aromas of plums, red currants, & vanilla; flavors of blackberry, plum & run raisin.
36.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Robert Mondavi “Napa”(California)Deep & dense w/ perfumed aromas & delicious flavors of blackberry, cassis, black olive & dark chocolate.
42.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Simi (California)Vibrant tropical fruit enhanced by notes of pear, lemon & vanilla lightly spiced w/ clove, cinnamon & toasty oak.
180.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Opus One (Napa, California)Hints of earthly cedar, tar & tobacco which join ripe currant, red cherry, anise, leather, sage & spice characters.