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    • Hours & Location

    4715 Westheimer,
    Houston, TX 77027
    (713) 622-3663

    SUN - THU: 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    FRI - SAT: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    Happy Hour MON - FRI: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    Holiday Hours

    Thu, Nov 27, 2025: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wed, Dec 24, 2025: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Thu, Dec 25, 2025: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wed, Dec 31, 2025: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    Thu, Jan 1, 2026: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Old Country Italian Charm by the Galleria

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    Inspired by an Old Country trattoria ambiance & classic Italian cooking, Grotto delivers a savory menu brimming with timeless recipes made on premises. Creations include many “Old World” signature dishes such as Neapolitan thin crust pizzas, Veal Kickerillo, Pollo Francese, Pasta Verdura and Snapper Siciliano. Enjoy Grotto’s famous Peach Bellini or extensive collection of Italian and domestic wines inside or on the patio.

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    Zuppa

    • Zuppa Maritata

      Chicken Meatballs, Italian Greens, Carrots, Tomatoes, Celery, Pasta

    • Lobster Bisque

      Cream, Sherry

    • Tomato Basil

      Simmered San Marzano Tomatoes, Fresh Basil

    • Pignato Grasso

      Neapolitan Minestrone with Italian Sausage

    Insalata

    • Grotto

      Italian Home-Style Salad

    • Italian Chopped

      Iceberg, Grilled Chicken, Prosciutto, Provolone, Gorgonzola, Bacon, Egg, Vinaigrette

    • Caesar

      Parmigiano Reggiano, Herb Crouton Crumble, Classic Dressing

    • Tomato Caprese

      House-Made Mozzarella, EVOO, Balsamic

    • Ward Salad

      Spinach, Red Onion, Avocado, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Imported Gorgonzola

    • Beef Carpaccio

      Baby Artichokes, Arugula, Grana Padano, Caper Berries, Balsamic Caviar

    • Butternut Squash

      Rocket Greens, Feta, Red Onion, Pomegranate Seeds

    Pizza

    Gluten Free Cauliflower Crust Available

    • Margherita

      Roma Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil

    • Pepperoni

      San Marzano Tomatoes, Mozzarella

    • “Meatzza”

      Pepperoni, House Made Meatballs, Italian Sausage & Pancetta

    • Herb Roasted Chicken

      Garlic, Mozzarella, Basil, Caramelized Onions, Roasted Tomatoes, Goat Cheese

    • Quattro

      Fontina, Mozzarella, Goat Cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, Sweet Drop Peppers

    Primi

    • Mozzarella in Padella

      Fresh Mozzarella, Stewed Tomato, Basil

    • Carciofi

      Crispy Fried Artichokes, Parmigiano Reggiano

    • Sausage & Peppers

      Caramelized Onions, Zesty Tomato, Chef Ricky’s Italian Sausage

    • Calamari Toto

      Fried Crispy, Marinara

    • Shrimp Scampi

      Garlic, White Wine, Mushrooms, Spinach

    • Crab Claws ‘Scapricciatiello’

      Marsala, Garlic, Herbs & Tomatoes

    • Mussels Marechiaro

      Herbs, Garlic, Tomato

    • Cannelloni

      Chicken & Spinach Stuffing, Bechamel, Marinara

    • Meatballs

      House-Made, Marinara, Parmigiano Reggiano

    • Chef's Board

      Seasonal Meats, Cheeses, Pickled Vegetables, Apricot Mostarda, Candied Popcorn

    Secondi

    Gluten Sensitive Pasta Available Upon Request

    • Pescatore

      Linguine, Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels, Clams, Crab Claws, Herbs, Garlic, Tomato

    • Paglia e Fieno con Pollo

      Green & White Fettuccine, Chicken, Mushrooms, Prosciutto, Peas, Parmesan

    • Pappardelle Sansone

      House-Made Meatball & Meat Sauce

    • Gnocchi

      Ricotta Dumpling, Short Rib Ragu

    • Lasagne al Forno

      Beef Bolognese, Ricotta, Mozzarella

    • Fedelini Grotto

      Shrimp, Calamari, Roma Tomatoes, Pesto

    • Rigatoni Contadina

      Sweet Peppers, Grotto’s House-Made Italian Sausage, Marinara, Garlic, Feta, Olive Oil

    • Pappardelle Campagnola

      Chicken, Mushrooms, Peas, Mozzarella, Sugo Rosa

    • Ravioli Al Pomodoro or Alla Vodka

      House-Made Ricotta-Stuffed Ravioli, Pomodoro or Vodka Sauce

    • Rigatoni Peperonata

      Parmesan-Crusted Chicken, Sweet Pepper Stew, Roasted Garlic, Goat Cheese

    • Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe

      Pecorino Romano, Butter, Coarse Black Pepper

    Pranzo

    • Pollo Al Forno

      Herb Roasted Half Chicken, Roasted Vegetables

    • Pollo Francese

      Artichokes, Mushrooms, Lemon, White Wine, Penne Bosco

    • Pollo Milanese

      Arugula, Radicchio, Feta Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

    • Snapper Siciliano*

      Capellini-Crusted, Roma Tomatoes, Garlic, Pasta Aglio E Olio, Green Beans, Jumbo Lump Crabmeat

    • Filet Al Bosco*

      Roasted Potatoes, Asparagus

    • Parmigiana

      Capellini Marinara • Eggplant • Chicken • Veal

    • Salmon Griglia*

      Grilled Shrimp, Roasted Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Capers, Lemon, White Wine

    • Veal Kickerillo

      Parmesan-Crusted, Mushrooms, Lemon, Fettuccine Alfredo

    • Ossobuco Alla Milanese

      Braised Veal Shank, Saffron Risotto, Barolo Reduction

    • Shrimp Rocco

      Romano Crusted Jumbo Shrimp, Crabmeat, Capers, Lemon Butter, Fettuccini Alfredo

    • Brick Chicken

      Thin & Crispy Cornish Hen, Seasonal Vegetables

    • Marsala

      Grilled Vegetables, Spaghetti Cacio e Peppe • Chicken • Veal

    *Caution: There may be small bones or shell in some fresh fish and shellfish. Wines and various foods contain sulphites. Eating raw oysters may cause severe illness and even death in persons with liver disease, cancer and other chronic illnesses that weaken the immune system. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of a food borne illness. We are not responsible for an individual’s allergic reaction to our food.

    Lunch Menu

    • MONDAY - FRIDAY • 11:30AM - 3:00PM

    • Cannelloni

      Chicken & Spinach Filling, Béchamel, Marinara

    • Panini Del Giorno

      Daily Selection, Tomato Basil Soup

    • Sicilian Roasted Chicken Salad

      Romaine, Iceberg, Strawberries, Grapes, Walnuts, Parmesan Vinaigrette

    • Pollo Romano

      Romano Crusted, Artichokes, Tomatoes, Spinach & Penne Suga Rosa

    • Salmon Paillard*

      Arugula, Tomatoes, Lemon, EVOO

    • Branzino Alla Picatta

      Crispy Skin, Seasonal Vegetables, Capers, White Wine

    • Ravioli Alla Piselli

      Spring Pea Stuffed Pasta, Pea Tendrils, Spinach Cream

    • Ravioli Alla Funghi

      Portabello Filling, Wild Mushrooms, Morel Cream

    • Mediterranean Salad*

      Beefsteak Tomato, Grilled Calamari Steak, Crabmeat, Shrimp, Lemon, EVOO

    3 Course Business Lunch

    • MONDAY - FRIDAY • 11:30AM - 3:00PM

    Soup or Salad

    Choice of:

    • Caesar Salad

      Parmigiano Reggiano, Herb Crouton Crumble, Classic Dressing

    • Grotto Salad

      Italian Home-Style Salad

    • Tomato Basil Soup

      Simmered San Marzano Tomatoes, Fresh Basil

    Entrée

    Choice of:

    • Chicken Grotto

      Spinach & Penne Marinara

    • Eggplant Parmesan

      Cappellini Marinara

    • Lasagne al Forno

      Bolognese, Ricotta, Mozzarella

    Dessert

    • Petite Mezzanote

      Dark Chocolate Cake, Rich Chocolate Filling, Semi-Sweet Curls

    *Caution: There may be small bones or shell in some fresh fish and shellfish. Wines and various foods contain sulphites. Eating raw oysters may cause severe illness and even death in persons with liver disease, cancer and other chronic illnesses that weaken the immune system. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of a food borne illness. We are not responsible for an individual’s allergic reaction to our food.

    Brunch Menu

    • EVERY SUNDAY • 11:30AM - 3:00PM

    • Pane Fritto

      Italian-Style French Toast, Grand Marnier Batter, Amaretto Syrup, Bacon & Fruit

    • Smoked Salmon

      Red Potato Salad, Asparagus, Capers, Truffle Toast

    • Avocado Toast

      Grilled Focaccia, Avocado, Sliced Tomato, Arugula, Fried Egg, EVOO

    • Grotto Benedict

      Poached Eggs, Prosciutto Crisp, Pesto Crostini, Italian Hollandaise, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

    • Carbonara

      Pancetta, Wild Mushrooms, Green Onions, Egg, Parmigiano Reggiano

    • Frittata Bianca

      Egg White Frittata, Broccoli, Spinach, Roma Tomato, Carrots, Roasted Red Bell Peppers

    • Bistecca Con Uova

      Filet, Sunny-Side Up Eggs, Roasted Potatoes, Hollandaise

    Classic Beverages

    • Mimosa

      Prosecco, Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice

    • Aperol Pear Spritz

      Aperol, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Deep Eddy Vodka, Sparkling Wine

    • Bloody Caesar

      Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Clamato Juice, Lime

    • Tuscan Mary

      Absolut Peppar Vodka, Orange Juice, Balsamic, Bloody Mary Seasonings

    • Frozen Peach Bellini

      Our Signature Bellini

    • Just Peachy

      Ilegal Joven Mezcal, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, Peach & Simple Syrups, Sparkling Wine, Tajin Rim

    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of a food borne illness. We are not responsible for an individual’s allergic reaction to our food

    Desserts

    • Strawberry Casatta

      Almond Syrup Soaked Angel Food Cake, Sweetened Ricotta Cheese, Chantilly Cream, Apricot-Glazed Strawberries

    • Mezzanotte

      Dark Chocolate Cake, Rich Chocolate Filling, Semi-Sweet Curls

    • Tiramisu

      Tia Maria Soaked Ladyfingers, Mascarpone Zabaglione, Cocoa Powder, Fresh Raspberries

    • Cheesecake

      Cheesecake NY Style, Graham Cracker Crust, Choice of Fresh Strawberries or Blueberry Limoncello Glaze

    • House-Made Gelatos & Sorbets

      Chef’s Choice Selection of Grotto Favorite Gelatos & Sorbets

    • Rum Baba

      Caramelized, Rum-Soaked Sponge, Mango Gelee, Pineapple, Mascarpone Whipped Cream

    • Cannoli

      Whipped Sweetened Ricotta, Chocolate Shavings

    • Salted Caramel Budino

      Oatmeal Cookie Crumble, Blueberries, Blackberries, Vanilla Crème Freiche

    Signature Cocktails

    • Grotto's Famous Peach Bellini

      Our Signature Peach Bellini

    • Limoncello Spritz

      Aperol, house made Limoncello, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Simple Syrup, San Pellegrino Pompelmo

    • Cetriolo Martini

      Hendrick’s Gin, Midori Melon Liqueur, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Lime Juice

    • Italian Margarita

      818 Blanco Tequila, Disaronno Orignale, triple sec, sweet & sour

    • Lavender 75

      Hendrick’s Gin, Giuliana Prosecco, Lavender Bitters, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup

    • Side Car

      Branson V.S.O.P Coganc, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, lemon juice

    • Old Fashioned

      Woodford Reserve Bourbon, simple syrup, orange bitters

    • Negroni

      Campari, Hendrick's Gin, sweet vermouth

    • Espresso Martini

      Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Maven Cold Brew, Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur

    Domestic Beer

    • Bud Light

    • Miller Lite

    • Coors Light

    • Michelob Ultra

    • Shiner Bock

    • Saint Arnold ‘Elissa’ IPA

    Imported Beer

    • Corona Extra – Mexico

    • Kaliber N/A – Ireland

    • Peroni – Italy

    • Menabrea Bionda – Italy

    • Stella Artois – Belgium

    • Peroni Non-Alcoholic – Italy

    Wines By The Glass

    Full List Available In-House

    • Frizzante

    • Bianco

    • Rosati

    • Rosso

    • Champagne and Sparkling

    • Rosati

    • New World White

    • Italian White

    • Italian Red

    • Piemonte

    • Super Tuscan

    • Toscana

    Happy Hour

    • MONDAY - FRIDAY • 2:00PM - 7:00PM

      BAR & PATIO AREA ONLY

    • Grotto’s Famous Peach Bellini $8

    • Birra $4

      Bud Light, Peroni, Budweiser. Coors Light, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Shiner Bock

    • Vino Primo $9

      Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, Banfi Chianti Classico, Geisen Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Giuliana Prosecco, Rotation Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, J. Lohr ‘Falcon’s Perch’ Pinot Noir

    • Select Premium Spirits $8

      Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Bacardi Superior Rum, Tanqueray Gin, Jose Cuervo Tradicional Plata Tequila, Crown Royal Whisky *Rocks/Martini additional charge

    1/2 Off Small Plates

    PERFECT FOR SHARING

    • Mozzarella In Padella

      Fresh Mozzarella, Stewed Tomato, Basil

    • Mussels Marechiaro

      Herbs, Garlic, Tomato

    • Meatballs

      House-Made, Marinara, Parmigiano Reggiano

    • Calamari Toto

      Fried crispy, Marinara

    • Shrimp Scampi

      Garlic, White Wine, Mushrooms, Spinach

    • Crab Claws ‘Scapricciatiello’

      Marsala, Garlic, Hers & Tomatoes

    • Cannelloni

      Chicken & Spinach Stuffing, Bechamel, Marinara

    • Carciofi

      Crispy Fried Artichokes, Parmgiano Reggiano

    • Sausage & Peppers

      Caramelized Onions, Zesty Tomato, Chef Ricky’s Italian Sausage

    1/2 Off Pizza

    • Margherita

      Roma Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil

    • Pepperoni

      Pepperoni, San Marzano Sauce, Mozzarella

    • “Meatzza”

      Pepperoni, House-Made Meatballs, Italian Sausage & Pancetta

    • Herb Roasted Chicken

      Garlic, Mozzarella, Basil, Caramelized Onions, Roasted Tomatoes, Goat Cheese

    • Quattro

      Fontina, Mozzarella, Goat Cheese, Parmgiano Reggiano, Sweet Drop Peppers

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