Fresco's Pizzeria Menu Overview
Nestled in the heart of Manhattan's Washington Heights, Fresco's Pizzeria offers a mouthwatering menu that celebrates classic and contemporary Italian flavors. From their iconic pizzas to fresh salads and hearty paninis, every dish is crafted with premium ingredients like Tuscan olive oil, fresh mozzarella, and aged Parmigiano-Reggiano. Whether you’re craving the comforting simplicity of a New York Classic Cheese Pizza or the sophisticated zest of the Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza, Fresco’s promises a delightful culinary journey.
Starters
Begin your meal with a selection of fresh and flavorful starters that perfectly balance traditional and innovative tastes.
- Garlic Knots: Soft bread knots infused with garlic, olive oil, and herb seasoning.
- Asparago Salad: Grilled asparagus and arugula with cherry tomatoes, Parmigiano-Reggiano, dressed in lemon olive oil.
- Kale & Fig Salad: A vibrant mix of kale, figs, goat cheese, pecans, and reduced balsamic for a sweet and earthy flavor.
- Caesar’s Salad: Classic romaine lettuce tossed with Pecorino Romano cheese, crunchy croutons, and Caesar’s dressing.
- Insalata Caprese: Fresh mozzarella, plum tomatoes, basil, Tuscan olive oil, and reduced balsamic create a refreshing Italian classic.
Mains
The heart of Fresco's menu lies in its diverse array of main dishes, featuring signature pizzas, paninis, and pasta that satisfy all palates.
- New York Classic Cheese Pizza: A timeless favorite with classic cheese, rich tomato sauce, and perfectly baked pizza dough.
- Pepperoni Pizza: Loaded with classic cheese, spicy pepperoni, and savory tomato sauce on crisp dough.
- Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza: Mozzarella, caramelized onions, goat cheese, peppery arugula, prosciutto, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and Tuscan olive oil combine for a gourmet experience.
- Margherita Pizza: Featuring homemade fresh mozzarella, marinara sauce, fresh basil, Tuscan olive oil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano for a classic Italian delight.
- Meatball Parmigiano Panini: Homemade meatballs with marinara, fresh basil, mozzarella, Tuscan olive oil, aged Parmigiano-Reggiano on rosemary focaccia bread.
- Grilled Chicken Panini: Tender grilled chicken with roasted peppers, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and reduced balsamic on rosemary focaccia.
- The Italian Panini: A savory combination of soppressata, prosciutto, porchetta, fresh mozzarella, arugula, and Tuscan olive oil on rosemary focaccia.
- Grilled Eggplant Panini: Grilled eggplant, fresh mozzarella, caramelized onions, plum tomatoes, arugula, Tuscan olive oil, goat cheese, and reduced balsamic on rosemary focaccia bread.
- Penne alla Vodka: Delicate penne pasta enveloped in a creamy and flavorful vodka sauce.
- Penne Primavera: Fresh penne pasta with garlic, olive oil, roasted cherry tomatoes, and grilled asparagus for a vibrant vegetarian option.
- Linguine Bolognese: Linguine pasta in a rich homemade meat sauce for a hearty Italian classic.
Desserts
End your meal on a sweet note with Fresco's signature dessert that blends indulgence with a playful twist on pizza.
- Nutella Pizza: A decadent pizza dough base topped with creamy Nutella, fresh strawberries, and crunchy pecans.
Drinks and Specials
While Fresco's Pizzeria focuses on delivering a stellar food experience with their pizzas, pastas, and paninis, note that they do not currently serve coffee, cocktails, beer, or wine. The emphasis remains on quality, fresh ingredients and exceptional service to complement your meal in a relaxed setting.
