Massimo Capra Restaurants

Featured Cocktails (minimum 2 ounces)

In keeping with the history and grandeur of the Rainbow Room we are pleased to offer the following
cocktails which represent our and Massimo’s philosophy of uncompromising attention to detail, and
fresh ingredients.

Bellini
A classic Italian cocktail of sparkling wine and peach nectar.

Aperol Spritz
The most popular summer cocktail in Italy combines Aperol, sparkling wine and soda.
An excellent summer refresher.

Sazerac
The quintessential cocktail, perhaps one of the first is simply a blend of whiskey, sugar
and Peychauds bitters with an absinthe wash.

The Egg Smuggler
This is our take on the traditional whiskey sour named after the brave man who, during
Prohibition was caught smuggling whiskey across the border in cartons of eggs.

Handlebar
No Massimo restaurant would be complete without a drink in honour of his famous
moustache. This blend of scotch, Drambuie and lime is a true man’s drink.

Marilyn Monroe
In honour of perhaps the Rainbow Room’s most famous guest we have added her
signature drink. This cocktail of sparkling wine, Calvados and a dash of our house
made grenadine would have made the famous blonde happy.

Niagara
Our magnificent view requires a cocktail of equal preportions. We combine vodka,
Cointreau, lemon and just a touch of ginger beer to bring the falls to life.

Churchill
Winston Churchill once said of the ride on the Niagara Parkway “the most
beautiful Sunday drive in the world”. We agree and pay homage to him with this blend
of vodka, Cointreau, sweet vermouth and lime juice.

Appetizers

Artisan Cured Meat
A selection of house and locally cured meats, shards of Grano Padano,
house preserves.
Wine pairing: Ca’ Del Doge 2010 Primitivo

Porcini Mushroom Bisque
Hazelnut scented shiitake, goat cheese foam.
Wine pairing: 13th street 2010 Cabernet Rosé

Niagara Greens “Victory Farm’’
Locally farmed organic baby greens, crisp root vegetable “fieno” ,
toasted pumpkin seeds, fresh squeezed lemon and white truffle oil.
Wine pairing: Peninsula Ridge “Wismer Vineyard” 2012 Sauvignon Blanc
Ontario Goat Cheese
Preserved heirloom beets, toasted pistachio, truffled bread crumbs,
baby frisée.
Wine pairing: Vignoble Rancourt Winery 2009 Noble Blanc

Caesar Salad
Hearts of Romaine, roasted garlic and Grano Padano vinaigrette,
rosemary focaccia shards, prosciutto crisps.
Wine pairing: Creek Side Estate 2011 Sauvignon Blanc

Pear Carpaccio
Bartlett pear, Pingue prosciutto, Gorgonzola cheese, candied walnuts,
pomegranate vinaigrette.
Wine pairing: Megalomaniac “Home Grown” 2010 Riesling

Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta
Buffalo mozzarella, basil seedlings, fine olive oil, 8 year balsamic jelly.
Wine pairing: Forchir 2011 Pinot Grigio

Calamari Fritti
White bean and lemon dip, roasted chili “arrabiata”.
Wine pairing: Trius Brut

Carciofini (Crispy fried artichoke hearts)
A Massimo classic, tomato and Parmesan salad, chili & chive aïoli.
Wine pairing: Southbrook Triomphe 2011 Chardonnay

Pasta & Vegetarian

Thyme Roasted Forest Mushroom Risotto
King oyster, chanterelle, honey, shiitake and portobello mushrooms.
Wine pairing: Stoney Ridge “Warren Classic” 2010 Pinot Noir

Fettuccine Bolognese
The original sauce from “Bologna la Grassa” made with veal,
beef and sausage
Wine pairing: Rosewood Estate 2010 Merlot

Truffled Sweet Potato Cannelloni (Gluten Free)
Ontario goat Cheese, Yukon Gold “Pasta”, grape tomato, roasted garlic,
black lentil sauté.
Wine pairing: Megalomaniac ‘Home Grown’ 2011 Riesling

Eggplant ‘’Involtini’’ (Vegetarian)
Sicilian style, stuffed with ricotta, pine nut, Pecorino, and basil
finished with Buffalo Mozzarella and a duo of tomato sauce.
Wine pairing: Creek Side Estate 2011 Shiraz

Linguini Carbonara
Smoked chicken, bacon and zucchini ribbons tossed in a
Chardonnay cream sauce with egg.
Wine pairing: Southbrook “Triomphe” 2007 Chardonnay

East Coast Lobster Agnolotti
Saffron pasta, mascarpone, sweet pea butter, sauce Américaine
Wine pairing: 13th Street 2010 Pinot Gris

Entreés

Elora Gorge Boneless Half Chicken
Rosemary roasted potato, prosciutto and Pecorino cheese,
Niagara peach glaze.
Wine pairing: Peninsula Ridge “Wismer Vineyard” 2012 Sauvignon Blanc

Seared “Sterling” Salmon
Ricotta Gnocchi, Sicilian relish, grilled lemon butter sauce.
Wine pairing: 13th Street 2010 Pinot Gris

Dinner Feature
Ask your server about tonight’s dinner feature and wine pairing.

Pan Seared Diver Scallops
Crisp fennel slaw, risotto rosso, blood orange Maltaise.
Wine pairing: Southbrook “Triomphe” 2011 Chardonnay

Truffle Dusted ‘West Coast Wild” Halibut
Blue potato and crab “torta” roasted orange tomato butter.
Wine pairing: Ravine Vineyard 2010 “Sand & Gravel York Road”

Maple Mustard Crusted Ontario Lamb Rack
Goat cheese risotto cake, red onion marmalade,
triple crunch mustard jus.
Wine pairing: Megalomaniac 2010 “Home Grown Red”

10 oz. Prime New York Strip Steak
Rosemary pressed fingerlings, king oyster mushroom,
smoked peppercorn cappuccino.
Wine pairing: Vignoble Rancourt Winery 2007 Noble Rouge

AAA Canadian Beef Tenderloin
Yukon Gold “risotto” ricotta salata, Valpolicella jus.
Wine pairing: Creekside Estate 2011 Shiraz

Our team of chefs is proud to serve you top quality, fresh ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible. We strive for quality, consistency and great flavor.

Buon Appetito,
Executive Chef John Casciato
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