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Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Marcellino Ristorante offers an exquisite journey through authentic Italian cuisine, curated by Chef Marcellino Verzino. This refined menu celebrates hand-made fresh pastas, Mediterranean-inspired seafood, and expertly crafted carne dishes, perfect for food enthusiasts seeking a sophisticated dining experience.
Starters
Begin your meal with a selection of vibrant starters that blend fresh ingredients and bold flavors. The Caprese showcases creamy fresh mozzarella paired with ripe tomato, roasted red peppers, garden basil, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, offering a classic Italian delight. For a richer taste, try Polenta e Funghi featuring grilled polenta squares adorned with mixed mushrooms and aromatic truffle oil. Other enticing options include Carpaccio di Manzo with thin slices of raw tenderloin, peppered with arugula, fresh mushrooms, shaved Parmigiano, and a zesty lemon dressing, or Scallops al Pesto, where sautéed scallops meet fresh pesto in a delicate white wine and olive oil sauce. Seafood lovers can indulge in Carpaccio di Tonno, featuring thinly sliced raw Ahi tuna with arugula and a refreshing lemon-mint dressing. For a hearty touch, Gamberi e Feta combines grilled jumbo shrimp with a warm feta cheese croquette on a bed of shredded red cabbage with lemon dressing. The classic Cozze In Bianco o Rosso presents imported mussels cooked in your choice of white wine and garlic or a tomato sauce. Vegetarian options such as Zuppa del Giorno, Pasta Fagioli, and a variety of fresh salads including Insalata di Pera, Ortolana, Insalata Organiche, Insalata Tre Colori, and Spinaci All'Italiana offer vibrant and satisfying beginnings.
Mains
Marcellino's mains showcase a masterful selection of pasta, seafood, and meat dishes, each thoughtfully prepared with authentic Italian flair. Indulge in Scialatielli alle Vongole, featuring Manila clams sautéed with garlic, olive oil, white wine, and a hint of red pepper flakes. The Fettucine Contadina is a fresh pasta dish studded with tomato, sliced asparagus, scallions, arugula, and creamy ricotta. Pasta lovers will also appreciate Paccatelli, a short pasta tossed with a hearty tomato ragù and house-made sausage enlivened with fragrant herbs. For a lighter but flavorful option, Strozzaprete ai Rapini combines red and white pasta with Italian broccoli di rape, garlic, olive oil, and a lightly spiced tomato sauce. The Gnocchi Sorrentina offers pillowy potato pasta orbs bathed in tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and a creamy gorgonzola sauce. Seafood specialties include Tagliolini Mare e Monte, a long pasta dish with tomato sauce, tailed shrimp, and mushrooms, as well as Zuppa di Pesce, a robust seafood soup brimming with shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, fish, tomato, garlic, and white wine, served with toasted Italian bread. Gamberi Affogati features jumbo shrimp simmered in white wine and fresh tomato sauce, served alongside creamy mashed potatoes and shredded red cabbage. For meat lovers, the menu offers Pollo Saporito, tender white meat chicken cooked with mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, and tomato. Veal enthusiasts can savor Scalloppine al Gorgonzola, tender slices of pounded veal in a rich gorgonzola sauce. The Filetto di Maiale features pork tenderloin with asparagus, green peppercorns, and a bold bourbon flambé. For a truly luxurious treat, the Filet Mignon con Tartufo is an aged filet served with Barolo reduction and fragrant white truffle oil. Grilled Lamb Chops finished with balsamic reduction round out the carne offerings.
Desserts
Conclude your meal on a sweet note with homemade Italian desserts such as creamy gelato, celebrated by diners as the perfect finale to the rich and varied flavors of the menu.
Drinks and Specials
Marcellino Ristorante offers an excellent selection of Italian wines suited to every palate and budget, alongside expertly crafted cocktails like the refreshing Mule in Spring and the rich Espresso Martini. For those dining al fresco, the attractive patio provides a tranquil atmosphere shielded from street noise, enhanced by live music that elevates the overall experience.
- Starters Caprese, Polenta e Funghi, Carpaccio di Manzo, Scallops al Pesto, Carpaccio di Tonno, Gamberi e Feta, Cozze In Bianco o Rosso, Zuppa del Giorno, Pasta Fagioli, Insalata di Pera, Ortolana, Insalata Organiche, Insalata Tre Colori, Spinaci All'Italiana
- Mains Scialatielli alle Vongole, Fettucine Contadina, Paccatelli, Strozzaprete ai Rapini, Gnocchi Sorrentina, Tagliolini Mare e Monte, Pollo Saporito, Scalloppine al Gorgonzola, Filetto di Maiale, Filet Mignon con Tartufo, Lamb Chops, Zuppa di Pesce, Gamberi Affogati, Salmone al Cognac
- Desserts Italian gelato and other traditional sweet treats
- Drinks & Specials Italian wines for every budget, signature cocktails such as Mule in Spring and Espresso Martini, complemented by a charming patio ambiance and live music
