
Italian
Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria 12 North River Street
12 North River Street
Aurora, IL 60506
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Featured Items

Arancini
Crispy risotto balls stuffed with fontina. Mozzarella, parmesan and roasted Garlic$12.00
Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Pepperoni/ mushroom/ mozzarella cheese/ san marsano tomato/ taleggio cheese/ oregano/ spicy soppresata$18.00
Buffalo Margarita Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Fresh Mozzarella/basil/EVOO/ San Marzano tomato sauce/basil pesto$17.00
Lunch Menu
Lunch Pizzas

7" Buffalo Margarita
Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Basil Pesto$14.00
7" Roasted BBQ Chicken
Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Mozzarella, Spicy BBQ Sauce, & Oven-Dried Tomatoes$14.00
7" Sausage and Broccolini
Italian Sausage, Broccolini, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Fontina Cheese, Calabrian Chili Peppers$14.00
7" Pepperoni Mushroom
Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Mozzarella, Taleggio Cheese, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Spicy Soppressata$14.00
7" Pera E Gorgonzola
Roasted Pears, Gorgonzola Cheese, Garlic Aioli, Basil, Caramelized Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette$14.00
7" Giardino Ortaggi
Roasted Peppers, Roasted Onion, Corn, Broccolini, Cherry Tomato, Mushroom, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce$14.007" Cheese Pizza
$14.00
Lunch Sandwiches

Chicken Sandwhich
Grilled Chicken, Basil, Mozzarella, Arugula, tomato$15.00
Woodfired Roasted Vegetable
Zucchini, red pepper, mushroom, pesto, provolone cheese, balsamic glaze, bail aoli, on Ciabatta bread$15.00
Giardino Meatball
House Meatballs, Marinara and Provolone Cheese on a Baggette$15.00
Prime Steak
Premium Steak, Arugula, Calabrese Mayo Sauce, Tomato, Balsamic onions$17.00Filet Sliders
Two filet medallion sliders on a homemade baguette bun, butter$15.00Wagyu Burger
Brioche Bun, Tomato Jam, Roasted Onion, Provolone Cheese, Giardino Aioli$17.00OUT OF STOCK1/2 Chicken Sandwhich
Grilled Chicken, Basil, Mozzarella, Arugula, Tomato on a Ciabatta bread$14.001/2 Woodfired Roasted Vegetables
Zucchini, red pepper, mushroom, pesto, balsamic glaze on Ciabatta bread$14.001/2 Giardino Meatball
House Meatballs, Marinara and Provolone Cheese on a Baggette$14.001/2 Prime Steak
Premium Steak, Arugula, Calabrese Mayo Sauce, Tomato, Balsamic onions$14.001/2 Filet Slider
Filet Slider on homemade baguette, butter$14.00
Salad/Soup Combo

1/2 Green Harvest
Mixed Greens with Tomatoes, Onions, Olives, Peppers, Provolone, soppressata, Parmesan, and Balsamic Vinaigrette$10.00
1/2 Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Caesar Dressing, Marinated Cherry Tomatoes, Grana Parmigiano and Homemade Croutons$10.00
1/2 Panzanella
Mozzarella, Campari Tomatoes, Ciabatta, Basil, Arugula, Feta Cheese, Cranberry Vinaigrette, Creamy Pesto and a Balsamic Glaze.$10.00
1/2 Anti Pasto Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Black & Green Olives, Provolone, Roasted Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Salami, Celery, Pepperoncini, Pistachio Mortadella with an Italian Vinaigrette$10.00
Menu
Appetizer

Meatballs Al Forno
Veal, ground beef & Pork meatballs served over creamy polenta. topped with roasted tomato sauce, parmigiano-reggiano, Fresh basil$14.00
Traditional Bruschetta
Cherry tomatoes, pecorino cheese, fresh mozzarella, served on grilled ciabatta bread with balsamic glaze drizzled and fresh basil$12.00
Oven Bake Fontina Cheese
Italian fontina cheese, cherry tomatoes agrodolce, calabrian oregano, grilled ramps, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil. served with ciabatta bread$10.00
Arancini
Crispy risotto balls stuffed with fontina. Mozzarella, parmesan and roasted Garlic$12.00
Chicken Wings A La Diavola
Spicy & Crispy chicken wings tossed in a garlic lemon sauce with Fresno peppers. Served with Creamy parmesan$15.00
Zucchini Frites
Crispy zucchini fries served with a cream parmesan sauce topped with Grated Parmesan$11.00
Calamari Fritto
Crispy Fried Calamari tossed with sun dried tomatoes, cherry pepper relish. Served with basil aioli$16.00
Burrata Caprese + Prosciutto
Creamy Burrata, prosciutto di parma, basil pesto, arugula, tomatoes, balsamic glaze, creamy pesto. Served with Grilled italian bread$19.00Patata Della Casa
Russian fingerling potatoes, creamy parmesan, burrata, fresh peppers, pesto, Calabrian aioli$10.00
Tuscan Sausage and Peppers
Italian Mild Sausage, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Pomodoro Sauce, Polenta, Balsamic Cipollini Onions$19.00The Fig and Honey
ricotta cream cheese, fig agrodolce, honey comb, grilled ciabatta$13.00
Soup & Salad

Green Harvest
Mixed Greens with Tomatoes, Onions, Olives, Peppers, Provolone, soppressata, Parmesan, and Balsamic Vinaigrette$9.00
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Caesar Dressing, Marinated Cherry Tomatoes, Grana Parmigiano and Homemade Croutons$9.00
Antipasto
Romaine Lettuce, Black & Green Olives, Provolone, Roasted Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Salami, Celery, Pepperoncini, Pistachio Mortadella with an Italian Vinaigrette$11.00
Tom Bisque cup
Fire Roasted Basil Bisque topped with homemade Brioche Croutons$5.00Tom Bisque Bowl
Fire Roasted Basil Bisque topped with homemade Brioche Croutons$7.00
Panzanella
Mozzarella, Campari Tomatoes, Ciabatta, Basil, Arugula, Feta Cheese, Cranberry Vinaigrette, Creamy Pesto and a Balsamic Glaze.$10.00
Pasta

Rigatoni Alla Vodka
Marcarpone/ basil/chicken/ creamy tomato sauce/ garlic/ chilis flakes/ pecorino cheese/ crispy prosciutto$20.00
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Classico bolo sauce/ San marzano tomato/pecorino romano cheese$20.00
Braised Short Ribs + Demi Glace
pasta/ asiago gnocchi/ short ribs/ carrots/ tomatoes/ garlic/ crimini mushrooms$27.00
Alla Diavola orecchiette
Shrimps/ arecchiette pasta/ spinach/ sun dry tomatoes/ calabrian chili parmesan cream/ tomato/ freshno pappers/ basil$21.00Eggplant Parmesan
fresh mozzarella cheese/ garlic- tomato sauce/ fresh basil/ alfredo pesto bucatini pasta$20.00Orecchiette Salsiccia
Orecchiette pasta, italian sausage, broccoli, pesto, herb butter, chili flakes$21.00Risotto Primavera
$21.00
Entree

Rustic Pan-Sear Chicken
pan sear chicken/ mash potatoes/ roasted peppers/ hash spicy sweet potato/ broccolini/ lemon butter sauce$24.00
Chicken Parmesan
Breaded chicken bres/ fresh mozzarella/ roasted garlic-tomato sauce/ fresh arugula salad/ alfredo bucatini pasta/ pesto$23.00
Filet Medallions
2 4oz medallions/ cremini mushrooms/shallots/marsala wine sauce/ garlic mashed potatoes$33.00
White Fish Alla Milanese
Lake superior white fish/ Arugula/ cherry tomatoes/ green beans/ capers/ pickle onions/ mash potato/ lemon butter sauce$26.00
Salmone
Pan Seared scottish salmon/ wood fired roasted vegetables/ lemon broth/ butter/ tomatoes/ artichokes$27.00Chicken Piccata
$25.00
Desserts
Chocolate Bread Pudding
Bread Pudding, fresh cranberries, english sauce$10.00
Ricotta Cheesecake
Italian Cheesecake with Barrys compote$9.00OUT OF STOCKGelato Affogato
$6.00Limoncello sorbet
Lemon sorbet, blueberry compote$9.00
Tiramisu
Espresso soaked ladyfingers/ mascarpone/ cocoa/ amaretto liqueur$10.00Scoop of Gelato
$4.00
Kids Menu
Sides
Fries
$3.00Side Of Bread
$1.00Side Meatball
$4.00Side Caeser Salad
$4.50Side Green Harvest
$4.50Side Panzanella
$4.50Side Antipasto
$4.50Side mash
$3.00Grilled Chicken
$7.00Blackened Chicken
$7.00Parmesan Chicken Side
$7.00Grilled Salmon Side
$12.00Blackened Salmon
$12.00Grilled Shrimp W/ Lemon Cream
$7.00Blackened Shrimp W/ Lemon Cream
$7.00Grilled Filet Medallion Side
$12.00
To Go Menu
Chef Choices

Meatballs Al Forno
Veal, ground beef & Pork meatballs served over creamy polenta. topped with roasted tomato sauce, parmigiano-reggiano, Fresh basil$14.00
Rigatoni Alla Vodka
Marscarpone, basil,chicken, creamy tomato sauce, garlic, chilis flakes, pecorino cheese, and crispy prosciutto$18.00
Buffalo Margarita Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Fresh Mozzarella/basil/EVOO/ San Marzano tomato sauce/basil pesto$17.00
Roasted BB Chicken Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Marinated & Grilled chicken Breast/bacon/mozzarella/homemade spicey bb/oven-dried tomatoes$16.00
Tiramisu
Espresso soaked ladyfingers/ mascarpone/ cocoa/ amaretto liqueur$9.00
Appetizers

Meatballs Al Forno
Veal, ground beef & Pork meatballs served over creamy polenta. topped with roasted tomato sauce, parmigiano-reggiano, Fresh basil$14.00
Traditional Bruschetta
Cherry tomatoes, pecorino cheese, fresh mozzarella, served on grilled ciabatta bread with balsamic glaze drizzled and fresh basil$12.00
Oven Bake Fontina Cheese
Italian fontina cheese, cherry tomatoes agrodolce, calabrian oregano, grilled ramps, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil. served with ciabatta bread$10.00
Arancini
Crispy risotto balls stuffed with fontina. Mozzarella, parmesan and roasted Garlic$12.00
Chicken Wings A La Diavola
Spicy & Crispy chicken wings tossed in a garlic lemon sauce with Fresno peppers.$15.00
Zucchini Frites
Crispy zucchini fries served with a cream parmesan sauce topped with Grated Parmesan$11.00
Calamari Fritto
Crispy Fried Calamari tossed with sun dried tomatoes, cherry pepper relish. Served with basil aioli$15.00
Burrata Caprese + Prosciutto
Creamy Burrata, prosciutto di parma, basil pesto, arugula, tomatoes, balsamic glaze, creamy pesto. Served with Grilled italian bread$19.00Patata Della Casa
Russian Fingerling Potatoes, Layered on Creamy Parmesan, Topped with Burrata, Fresh Peppers, and Pesto, Drizzled with Calabrian Aoli$9.00
Tuscan Sausage and Peppers
Italian Mild Sausage, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Pomodoro Sauce, Polenta, Balsamic Cipollini Onions$19.00The Fig and Honey
ricotta cream cheese, fig agrodolce, honeycomb, grilled ciabatta$13.00
To Go Soup/Salad

Green Harvest
Mixed Greens with Tomatoes, Onions, Olives, Peppers, Provolone, soppressata, Parmesan, and Balsamic Vinaigrette$9.00
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Caesar Dressing, Marinated Cherry Tomatoes, Grana Parmigiano and Homemade Croutons$9.00
Panzanella
Mozzarella, Campari Tomatoes, Ciabatta, Basil, Arugula, Feta Cheese, Cranberry Vinaigrette, Creamy Pesto and a Balsamic Glaze.$9.00
Antipasto
Romaine Lettuce, Black & Green Olives, Provolone, Roasted Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Salami, Celery, Pepperoncini, Pistachio Mortadella with an Italian Vinaigrette$11.00
Fire Roasted Tomato Bisque Cup
Fire Roasted Basil Bisque topped with homemade Brioche Croutons$5.00
Fire Roasted Tomato Bisque- Bowl
Fire Roasted Basil Bisque topped with homemade Brioche Croutons$7.00Pear salad
watermelon, arugula, shaved fennel, feta, mint, italian vinaigrette$9.00
To Go Pasta

Rigatoni Alla Vodka
Marscarpone, basil,chicken, creamy tomato sauce, garlic, chilis flakes, pecorino cheese, and crispy prosciutto$18.00
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Pappardella Pasta with Classic Bolognese Sauce, San Marzano Tomatoes, and Pecorino Romano Cheese$19.00
Creamy Tuscany Pasta
Fettuccine, Chicken, Oven dried Tomatoes, Arugula, Marscapone, Bread Crumbs, and Giardino Creamy Sauce$16.00
Braised Short Ribs + Demi Glace
Short Ribs Served With Asiago Gnocchi, carrots, tomatoes, garlic Crimini mushrooms in a Rich Demi-Glaze Sauce.$27.00
Orecchiette Alla Diavola
Orechiette Pasta with Shrimp, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, calabrian chili, parmesan cream and Basil$19.00
Mushroom and Butternut Squash Risotto
Creamy Risotto with three cheeses, asparagus, Crimini Mushrooms and truffle oil$20.00OUT OF STOCKEggplant Parmesan
Fresh Mozzarella, Garlic Tomato sauce layered over eggplant. Served with Alfredo pesto bucatini pasta.$20.00
To Go Entrees

Rustic Pan-Sear Chicken
Pan seared chicken with mashed potatoes, roasted peppers, hash of sweet potato, broccolini finished with a lemon butter sauce$23.00
Chicken Parmesan
Breaded Chicken breast with mozzarella, roasted garlic-tomato sauce, bucatini pasta with creamy pesto$22.00
Filet Medallions
Two 4oz filet medallions with cremini mushrooms, shallots, broccolini, marsala wine sauce, and garlic mashed potatoes$32.00
White Fish Alla Milanese
Lake superior white fish with Arugula, cherry tomatoes, green beans, capers, pickled onions finished with lemon butter sauce and served with mashed potatoes.$26.00
Salmone
Pan Seared Scottish salmon with wood fired roasted vegetables, lemon broth, butter, tomatoes, and Artichokes$25.00
To Go Pizzas

Buffalo Margarita Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Fresh Mozzarella/basil/EVOO/ San Marzano tomato sauce/basil pesto$17.00
Roasted BB Chicken Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Marinated & Grilled chicken Breast/bacon/mozzarella/homemade spicey bb/oven-dried tomatoes$16.00
Sausages & Broccolini Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Italian Sausage/brocolini/san marzano tomato sauce/ fontina cheese/calabrian chili peppers$17.00
Prosciutto Burrata
Pizza Brick Oven- oven dried cherry Tomato/ fresh basil/ roasted garlic oil/ burrata cheese and prosciutto$17.00
Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza
Pizza Brick Oven- Pepperoni/ mushroom/ mozzarella cheese/ san marsano tomato/ taleggio cheese/ oregano/ spicy soppresata$18.00Pera E Gorgonzola
roasted pears, gorgonzola, garlic aioli, basil, caramelized onion, balsamic vinaigrette$16.00Giardino Ortaggi
roasted pepper, roasted onion, corn, broccolini, cherry tomato, mushroom, mozzarella, tomato sauce$17.00Cheese Pizza
$14.00
To Go Dessert
Kids Menu Online
To Go Beverages

Blackberry Limonata
Non Alcoholic- Muddled Blackberries, fresh lime, rosemary syrup and soda water$6.00OUT OF STOCK
Siciliana
Aranciata di Sicilia- Sicily blood orange soda 11.15 Fl oz$6.00
Sanpellagrino
33.8 Fl oz. Sparkling Natural Mineral water$6.00
Pepsi
$4.00
Pepsi Zero
$4.00
Ginger ale
$4.00
Starry
$4.00
Lemonade
$4.00
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All hours
| Sunday | 11:00 am - 8:30 pm |
| Monday | 11:00 am - 8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am - 8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am - 8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am - 8:30 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
Restaurant info
Offering hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizzas and Italian specialties. 12 N. River St. in Downtown Aurora, IL
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