Italian appetizers, or "antipasti," are a delightful introduction to a meal, showcasing a variety of flavors and textures. POMPEII appetizers offer a tantalizing preview of the rich culinary traditions of Italy.
The Caprese salad is a classic Italian dish made with vine tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil paste, olive oil, and seasonings. It's a colorful and refreshing combination of flavors that celebrates simplicity and the essence of Italian cuisine
It is a traditional Italian appetizer featuring toasted bread slices topped with a savory mixture of diced tomatoes, oregano, garlic, olive oil. This dish offers a medley of flavors, including the crunchiness of the bread, the juiciness of the tomatoes, and the aromatic blend of herbs and seasonings.
Mix of Italian Imported cheese selection served with fresh homemade bread. Among our cheeses we offer Caciotta w/ Truffles, Fontina, Gorgonzola, Taleggio
An Italian Cured Meats Charcuterie Board is an exquisite spread showcasing a delectable assortment of premium cured meats sourced from Italy. This culinary masterpiece features a selection of savory meats such as Prosciutto, Salami, Pancetta, Mortadella, and Coppa, expertly sliced and elegantly arranged on a wooden board.
The Italian Cured Meats and Cheeses Charcuterie Board is a luxuriously curated experience that celebrates the essence of Italian gastronomy.
Indulge in the exquisite blend of flavors on an Italian Cured Meats and Cheeses Charcuterie Board, a tantalizing display of Italy's finest culinary delights. This opulent spread features a delectable selection of premium Italian cured meats such as Prosciutto, Salami, Pancetta, Mortadella, and Coppa, artfully paired with an assortment of artisanal cheeses
The Italian Cured Meats and Cheeses Charcuterie Board is a luxuriously curated experience that celebrates the essence of Italian gastronomy.
Indulge in the exquisite blend of flavors on an Italian Cured Meats and Cheeses Charcuterie Board, a tantalizing display of Italy's finest culinary delights. This opulent spread features a delectable selection of premium Italian cured meats such as Prosciutto, Salami, Pancetta, Mortadella, and Coppa, artfully paired with an assortment of artisanal cheeses
Norwegian Smoked Salmon Carpaccio is a delicate dish showcasing thinly sliced, premium Norwegian smoked salmon served as a refined appetizer or light meal. The elegant presentation of the thinly sliced salmon highlights its rich flavor and delicate texture. This culinary creation offers a luxurious dining experience, combining the smoky essence of the salmon with a touch of freshness and sophistication
The Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail is a classic appetizer featuring large, succulent shrimp served chilled with a tangy cocktail sauce for dipping. This elegant dish offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a popular choice for seafood lovers looking for a refreshing and indulgent starter. Enjoy the juicy shrimp paired with the zesty cocktail sauce for a delightful culinary experience
Fried bread puffs are golden, crispy, bite-sized pieces of dough that are deep-fried to perfection. These savory treats boast a light and airy interior encased in a crunchy exterior, making them a delightful appetizer. The fried bread puffs offer a satisfying combination of crispiness and softness, perfect for enjoying on their own or paired with dips or sauces
Fried LAVA bread puffs are delectable, deep-fried dough balls that are crispy on the outside and filled with a molten, indulgent lava-like center. These tantalizing treats offer a harmonious contrast between the crunchy exterior and the oozing, flavorful filling, creating a sensational culinary experience. Enjoy the explosion of taste and texture in every bite of these irresistible lava bread puffs, a delightful indulgence for those craving a unique and satisfying appetizer
At the Heart of the culinary Tradition of Italy we find Baked First Courses. Pasta or Veggie based Tasty dished enriched with Cheeses, Meats, Fish and Seafood based sauces and baked daily for your enjoinment.
Lasagna Emiliana is a traditional Italian dish hailing from the Emilia-Romagna region, featuring layers of flat pasta sheets, rich Bolognese ragu, creamy béchamel sauce, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. This iconic dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, with the pasta sheets providing a perfect canvas for the savory meat sauce and luxurious béchamel. Baked to golden perfection, Lasagna Emiliana offers a hearty and comforting dining experience
Shrimp & Clams Lasagna is a seafood twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring layers of lasagna pasta sheets infused with a creamy seafood sauce made with succulent shrimp and tender clams. This variation combines the briny flavors of seafood with rich sauces and cheese, creating a luxurious and unique culinary experience. Baked to perfection, this dish deserves a try
Eggplant Parmigiana is a classic Italian dish featuring thinly sliced eggplant, fried until golden, then layered with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan, baked to perfection. This hearty and comforting dish showcases the tender eggplant enveloped in layers of rich tomato sauce and melted cheese, offering a delicious and satisfying dining experience with every bite.
Cannelloni with meat filling is an Italian dish featuring tubular pasta filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef meat, mixed with aromatic herbs and spices. The pasta is then enveloped in a luscious tomato or bechamel sauce, topped with cheese, and baked until golden and bubbly.
Cannelloni Spinach & Ricotta is a delicious Italian dish consisting of pasta tubes filled with a creamy mixture of wilted spinach and rich ricotta cheese, topped with a flavorful tomato sauce and bechamel sauce then baked to perfection. This savory combination offers a harmonious blend of earthy spinach, creamy ricotta, and tangy tomato flavors, creating a comforting and satisfying meal
Homemade Italian first courses are handmade pasta dishes that serve as the initial part of an Italian meal. These flavorful dishes reflect the tradition of using simple, quality ingredients that distinguish the Italian cuisine. All dished are prepared at Pompeii Restaurant.
Mushroom tagliatelle is a classic Italian dish consisting of long, flat homemade ribbons of pasta tossed with earthy and flavorful sautéed mushrooms, garlic, herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil. This dish offers a perfect marriage of hearty mushrooms and al dente pasta, creating a comforting and aromatic flavor profile.
Tagliatelle Cacio e Pepe is a classic Roman pasta dish featuring long, flat ribbons of pasta tossed with a simple yet flavorful sauce made with Pecorino Romano cheese, black pepper, butter and pasta water. The creamy sauce coats each strand of pasta, creating a harmonious blend of sharp, salty cheese and spicy pepper flavors. This dish celebrates the essence of Italian simplicity, allowing the quality of the ingredients to shine through.
Tagliatelle Truffles & Cream is a luxurious Italian pasta dish featuring long, flat ribbons of tagliatelle tossed in a creamy sauce infused with aromatic truffle flavor. The earthy essence of truffles harmonizes with the rich cream sauce, creating a sinfully indulgent and flavorful experience. This dish showcases the delicate texture of tagliatelle complemented by the exquisite aroma of truffles, making it a gourmet delight fit for special occasions or a sumptuous treat
Potato Gnocchi with Gorgonzola Cheese is an Italian delicacy featuring soft, pillowy potato dumplings smothered in a creamy sauce made with pungent and velvety Gorgonzola cheese. The tender gnocchi provide the perfect base for the indulgent and flavorful Gorgonzola cheese sauce, creating a luxurious dish that is both satisfying and rich in taste. Each forkful offers a blend of the delicate potato gnocchi and the bold, tangy notes of the Gorgonzola cheese
Potato Gnocchi with Ragu Sauce is a comforting Italian dish featuring soft, pillowy potato dumplings served with a rich and hearty beef meat-based ragu sauce. The tender and fluffy gnocchi pairs beautifully with the savory flavors of the slow-cooked ragu, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. Each bite offers a delectable combination of comforting potato gnocchi and the robust flavors of the meaty ragu sauce, making it a true delight for the palate.
Tortelli 'yellow' with ham and cream filling and butter & sage sauce is an Italian pasta dish featuring delicate pasta parcels filled with a savory mixture of ham and creamy filling. The tortelli are served in a luscious sauce made of butter and sage, imparting a rich and aromatic flavor to the dish. This flavorful combination offers an indulgent dining experience, blending the salty nuances of ham with the velvety smoothness of the cream filling and the fragrant herbaceous notes
Tortelli with spinach & ricotta filling and tomato basil sauce is an Italian pasta dish featuring tender pasta parcels filled with a delicious mixture of spinach and ricotta cheese. The tortelli are served with a flavorful tomato basil sauce that enhances the dish with its fresh and savory elements. This classic combination offers a harmony of flavors, combining the earthy taste of spinach and creamy ricotta with the bright and herbaceous notes of the tomato basil sauce, creating a satisfying
Tortelli 'black' with lobster filling and topped with cherry tomato sauce is a gourmet Italian dish featuring delicate pasta parcels filled with luxurious lobster meat and served in a vibrant cherry tomato sauce. The tortelli, made with squid ink for a striking black color, offers a savory and rich lobster taste, complemented by the sweet acidity of the cherry tomato sauce. This elegant dish combines seafood richness with the freshness of tomatoes for a harmonious and flavorful dining experien
Pappardelle al ragù is a classic Italian dish featuring wide, flat pasta ribbons (pappardelle) tossed in a rich, beef meat-based sauce, known as ragù. The sauce is made with tomatoes, onions, carrots, celery, wine, and a blend of herbs and spices, resulting in a savory and hearty flavor profile. The broad and robust pappardelle pasta perfectly complement the flavorful ragù, making this dish a satisfying and traditional Italian favorite.
Pappardelle Mari e Monti is an Italian dish that combines elements of the sea (mari) and the mountains (monti). It features wide, flat pappardelle pasta served with a sauce that combines seafood (such as shrimp, scallops, or clams) from the sea with mushroom from the mountains. This dish offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, bringing together the richness of the land and the freshness of the sea in a delightful pasta dish.
Second Courses are served with a side salad of choice Caesar or Mixed
Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Cream Sauce is a dish featuring tender pork tenderloin cooked to perfection and served with a rich and creamy sauce infused with flavorful mushrooms. The succulent pork is typically seasoned and seared, then simmered in a velvety sauce made from sautéed mushrooms, cream, garlic, and herbs.
Veal Piccata is a classic Italian dish showcasing thin slices of tender veal sautéed to a golden-brown perfection and finished with a zesty and tangy sauce. The veal is dredged in flour, pan-fried until crispy, and then dressed with a sauce made of lemon juice, finely chopped onions, capers, butter, and white wine.
Bone-in thick-cut pork chop with cream mushroom sauce features a juicy and flavorful pork chop cooked with the bone intact, providing extra succulence and depth of flavor. The pork chop is seared to perfection and then smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce made with mushrooms, cream, garlic, herbs, and seasoning. This luxurious dish combines the hearty texture of the pork chop with the richness of the creamy mushroom sauce
Bone-in thick-cut pork chop with blue cheese and balsamic vinegar reduction sauce is a dish featuring a hearty and juicy pork chop cooked with the bone for added flavor. The pork chop is seared to a crispy exterior and served with a luscious sauce made from blue cheese and balsamic vinegar reduction. The creamy tanginess of the blue cheese complements the sweet and tart flavors of the balsamic reduction, creating a harmonious balance of savory and acidic notes that elevate the pork chop to a g
Sauteed organic baby spinach is a simple and healthy side dish prepared by quickly cooking fresh baby spinach leaves in a hot pan with a touch of spicy notes and parmesan. The spinach wilts down rapidly, retaining its vibrant green color and delicate flavor.
Steamed asparagus with Parmesan cream is a dish that features tender asparagus spears cooked through steaming and then sauteed with a creamy sauce made of Parmesan cheese. The asparagus remains crisp and flavorful while the rich Parmesan cream sauce adds a luscious and decadent touch to the dish.
Italian desserts are sweet treats that often emphasize simple yet quality ingredients. These desserts showcase Italy's culinary heritage
Tiramisu is a popular Italian dessert that consists of layers of moka coffee-soaked ladyfinger biscuits, a creamy mixture of sugar and mascarpone cheese, flavored with cocoa powder. The dessert is chilled before serving, allowing the flavors to melt and the texture to become creamier. Tiramisu is known for its rich coffee flavor, delicate texture, and the contrast between the creamy layers and the slight bitterness of the coffee-soaked biscuits
Mascarpone Cream dessert is a sweet and velvety treat made with mascarpone cheese, sugar, and pasteurized eggs. The creamy and smooth texture of mascarpone cheese lends richness to the dessert, creating a luxurious and indulgent flavor profile
Panna Cotta is a dessert made by simmering cream, sugar, and gelatin together and then chilling it until set. The dessert has a silky, smooth texture and a delicate, creamy flavor. It is often served topped with caramel,, strawberry or chocolate drizzle for added sweetness and flavor contrast. Panna cotta is known for its elegant presentation and luscious mouthfeel
Salame del Papa dessert is a sweet treat inspired by the Italian salami. It is made by combining crushed biscotti (Italian cookies) with chocolate, butter, sugar and cocoa powder. The mixture is shaped into a log, resembling a salami, and then chilled until firm. When sliced, the dessert reveals a marbled appearance resembling salami slices. The chocolatey flavor create a delicious and visually appealing dessert that is often served as a festive treat or dessert in Italian cuisine.
Cannoli with Mascarpone filling is a traditional Italian dessert consisting of a crispy pastry shell filled with a creamy mixture of mascarpone cheese, sweetened with sugar. The filling includes chocolate chips or maraschino cherries for added richness and flavor. This indulgent treat offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, with the crunchy shell complementing the rich and creamy filling.
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