Al Dente
Italian
Closed4PM - 9PM
Dinner Menu
ANTIPASTI E INSALATE
Tuscan Bread Service (Medium)
Freshly baked Italian bread with chilled Checca — San Marzano tomato, fresh basil, garlic, olive oil$5.00
Tuscan Bread Service (Large)
Freshly baked Italian bread with chilled Checca — San Marzano tomato, fresh basil, garlic, olive oil$8.00
Insalata Mista
Seasonal greens, cucumbers, carrot, tomato, balsamic vinaigrette$11.00
Burrata
Creamy Burrata, ripe tomato, arugula, olive oil$19.00
Caesar
Crisp romaine, classic dressing, Parmigiano, housemade croutons$13.00
Carpaccio
Prime beef, arugula, white truffle, shaved Parmigiano$19.00Tricolore
Arugula, radicchio, Belgian endive$15.00Beet & Endive
Roasted beets, crisp Belgian endive, Gorgonzola, toasted walnuts$17.00
Polpette
Housemade Italian meatballs in slow-simmered San Marzano tomato sauce$17.00Grilled Mediterranean Vegetables
Zucchini, eggplant, peppers$17.00
LE PASTE
Arrabbiata
San Marzano tomato, garlic, red pepper flakes$21.00Pomodore e Basilico
San Marzano tomato, fragrant basil$23.00Vongole
Clams, garlic, white wine or San Marzano tomato broth$29.00Cozze
Mussels, garlic, white wine or San Marzano tomato broth$29.00
Pesto
Basil, pine nuts, Parmigiano$28.00Primavera
Seasonal vegetables, San Marzano tomato or light cream sauce$24.00
Carbonara
Roman-style, pancetta, egg, Pecorino, black pepper$26.00Salmone
Smoked salmon, cognac cream$27.00
Ravioli Aragosta
Lobster-filled, “Al dente Pink” sauce — San Marzano tomato, cognac, light cream$29.00
Bolognese
Slow-braised beef ragù, Chianti$26.00
Al dente Pink
San Marzano tomato, cognac, velvety cream sauce$24.00
Frutti di Mare
Shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels — San Marzano tomato sauce or white wine garlic broth$34.00Polpette
Housemade beef meatballs, marinara$26.00
Cannelloni
Rotating chef's specialty$27.00
Caprese
Tomato, Buffalo Mozzarella, basil$24.00
Quattro Formaggi
Four cheeses, silky cream sauce$24.00Ravioli Ricotta
Ricotta, spinach, tomato, basil$24.00
Alfredo
Butter, cream, Parmigiano Reggiano, black pepper$20.00Buttered Pasta
$15.00
I SECONDI
Pollo Piccata
Lemon, butter, capers, white wine$29.00
Bistecca
Prime aged New York strip, fresh herbs, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt$36.00Veal Marsala
Mushroom, Marsala reduction$34.00
Pollo Marsala
Mushroom, Marsala reduction$31.00
Filet Mignon
8 oz filet, olive oil, sea salt$41.00Gamberoni
Grilled shrimp, garlic, olive oil$38.00Pesce del Giorno
Chef’s selection$32.00
Pollo Parmigiana
San Marzano tomato sauce, Mozzarella, basil$32.00Veal Piccata
Lemon, butter, capers, white wine$35.00
Salmon
Grilled salmon, olive oil, sea salt$33.00
DOLCE
Tiramisu
Espresso, mascarpone, cocoa$14.00
Cannoli
Hand-rolled shell, sweet ricotta, citrus$13.00
Limoncello Tartufo
Lemon gelato, limoncello heart, covered in meringue sprinkles$12.00Spumoni
Chocolate, pistachio, cherry$11.00Cheesecake
New York style, graham cracker crust, fresh berries$13.00Gelato
Daily selection$11.00Sorbetto
Daily selection$11.00
Affogato
Vanilla gelato, espresso$14.00Limoncello Affogato
$16.00
BREAD
All hours
| Sunday | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
| Monday | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
| Thursday | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
| Friday | 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
| Saturday | 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Restaurant info
A quaint cucina with a decidedly European atmosphere, has served Palm Springs and international clientele for over 25 years. Presenting an extensive menu of pastas with homemade sauces, beef, veal, and fresh seafood entrées in a casual fine dining atmosphere.
Location
491 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262