Menu? Delicious options for the meat eater & vegetarian alike, all available for dine-in or take-out by phone.
Main Menu
Antipasto Misto
a shared sampling of cured meats, cheeses, small tastes and accompaniments for the table
Piatto Piccolo ..... $28
Piatto Grande ..... $39
Assaggini
Warm Marinated Olives, Garlic, Chili, Orange ..... $5
Spicy Meatballs, Tomato Sauce, Crostino, Grana Padano ..... $9
Arancini, Bacon, Peas, Herb Crema Fresca ..... $9
Warm Buffalo Ricotta, Fresh Oregano, Bomba Calabrese, Crostini ..... $7
Arugula Salad, Pear, Walnut, Piave, Sherry Vinaigrette ..... $9
Beet Caprese Salad, Ontario Fiore di Latte, Basil, Cookstown Seedlings, Olive Oil ..... $11
Grilled Apple Salad, Radish, Candied Pecans, Mixed Greens, Sherry Vinaigrette ..... $9
Michael's Salad, Niagara Prosciutto, Roasted Red Pepper, Arugula, Pecorino, Black Olives, Almond, Orange Vinaigrette ..... $10
Albacore Tuna Conserva, Braised White Beans, Preserved Lemon Relish ..... $12
Potato & Ricotta Gnocchi, Oxtail, Rosemary, Grana Padano ..... $11
Beef Carpaccio, Lemon, Herb Oil, Shaved Piave Cheese ..... $10
Buttermilk Calamari, Romesco (a red pepper almond sauce) ..... $11
Real Neapolitan Pizza
LIBRETTO AIMS TO BE LOYAL TO WHAT REAL PIZZA IS. VPN* PIZZA HAS A<BR> PUFFY, FLAME BLACKENED CRUST WITH A SLIGHT CRISPNESS. OUR PIZZA IS<BR> COOKED IN LESS THAN 90 SECONDS, AT 850 DEGREES WHICH MAKES IT SOFT,<BR> ELASTIC, & SLIGHTLY WET IN THE CENTRE.<BR> - CHEF ROCCO AGOSTINO
Substitute Ontario Fiore di Latte Mozzarella for Ontario Mozzarella di Bufala ..... $3
Margherita D.O.P., Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella ("Doppio" extra mozzarella additional $2) ..... $13
Marinara D.O.P., Tomato, Garlic, Oregano, Basil ..... $10
White Anchovy, Tomato, Roasted Garlic, Red Chillies, Buffalo Mozzarella ..... $15
Grilled Eggplant, Tomato, Basil, Chili Flakes, Ricotta Salata ..... $14
Duck Confit, Bosc Pear, Mozzarella ..... $17
Ontario Prosciutto, Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella ..... $16
House-Made Sausage, Caramelized Onion, Mozzarella, Chili Oil ..... $16
Ontario Prosciutto & Arugula, Garlic, Tomato, Oregano, Shaved Grana Padano ..... $16
Cremini Mushroom, Buffalo Mozzarella , Gorgonzola, Roasted Garlic , Rosemary, Thyme, Pecorino ..... $17
Berkshire Ham, Egg, Stracciatella, Mozzarella, Truffle Paste ..... $19
Nduja Sausage, Tomato, Garlic, Oregano, Basil, Mozzarella, Stracciatella ..... $17
Asparagus, Mozzarella, Mint, Basil ..... $16
* VPN Member #291 "Verace Pizza Napoletana", requires strict adherence to the culinary discipline of the association. A wood-burning oven, organic San Marzano tomatoes, all natural fresh mozzarella, and double zero flour, along with proper technique must be used.
Dolci
Libretto Tiramisu ..... $7
Chocolate-Amaretto Budino (seasonal accompaniment) ..... $7
Lemon Panna Cotta (seasonal accompaniment) ..... $7
Biscotti ..... $3
Chocolate, Vanilla or Espresso-Cinnamon Gelato ..... $6
Chocolate or Vanilla Affogato (gelato drowned in espresso) ..... $5
Espresso (Rufino Espresso by Classic Gourmet Coffee) ..... $2.75
Indicates meatless item.
Wines
| Sparkling | glass | quartino | half-litre | bottle |
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| Prosecco NV DOC, Terregaie, Veneto | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| No need for a special occasion to break out this bubbly! Exclusive to Libretto and imported just for us. Let this spumante melt your troubles away... |
White Wine | glass | quartino | half-litre | bottle |
| Friulano 2009 DOC, Bastianich, Friuli | 11 | 18 | 35 | 50 |
| soft textured with zesty acidity and stunning minerality |
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| "San Vincenzo" 2010 IGT, Roberto Anselmi, Veneto | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| Succulent and subtle, this version of the Garganega grape is slightly creamy yet bright, with a roasted almond finish. |
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| Falanghina del Taburno 2010 DOC, Cantine Ianella, Campania | 10 | 16 | 31 | 45 |
| The gorgeous sunshine and sea side breezes in Campania make for some delightful white wine. Falanghina is crisp, fresh and nicely round with notes of pear, lemon, and green apples. |
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| Inzolia "Normano" 2010 IGT, Cantine Rallo, Sicilia | 8 | 13 | 25 | 35 |
| If you were eating a leisurely lunch in the Sicilian sun, Inzolia is what you'd be drinking. Bright and zippy with notes of melon and citrus fruits. |
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| Chardonnay 2008, Fielding Estates, Niagara | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| Fresh, mellow and pleasant, this Chard has not been weighed down by oak. Light with fruity notes of golden delicious apple, pineapple, pear. |
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| Sauvignon Blanc 2010 VQA, Lailey, Niagara | 10 | 16 | 31 | 45 |
| A unique, local and sustainable version of Sauvignon. More classic than modern with a clean finesse and touch of spice.
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| Riesling "Dolomite" 2010 VQA, Cave Spring, Niagara | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| From the limestone soils of the Niagara escarpment comes this lovely, off dry wine. Notes of white peach, lime, grapefruit and green apple combine with a subtle minerality to create a glass of something delicate and delicious. |
Red Wine | glass | quartino | half-litre | bottle |
| Gragnano 2010 DOC, Vini Iovine, Campania | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| A lightly sparkling red served chilled, this is the most authentic Neapolitan pizza pairing. A blend of three grapes native to the region- Piedirosso, Aglianico and Sciascinoso. The slight effervescence cuts through through the heaviness of the cheese leaving your palate fresh and ready for more. |
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| Valpolicella Classico 2010 DOC, Ca' Del Monte, Veneto | 10 | 16 | 31 | 45 |
| A vino that needs no introduction, Valpolicella has been delighting wine drinkers for ages with its vivid berry fruit and easy going nature.
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| Ripasso Superiore 2009 DOC, Monte Zeno, Veneto | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| Ripasso is Valpolicella taken to the next level. In body and flavour its a mid way stop between Valpolicella and Amarone- the middle child of the three famous Venetian Vino's. Ruby red in color with a strong bouquet of blossoms, hints of wild berries and jam; rich and smooth to the palate. |
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| Rosso di Montepulciano 2009 DOC, Gattavecchi, Toscana | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| Zesty ripe food wine with compelling notes of tar and rare meat |
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| Schioppettino 2009 DOC Colli Orientali del friuli, Villa Rubini, Friuli | 12 | 19 | 38 | 55 |
| This fun and juicy red from a nearly extinct grape variety is bursting with ripe red raspberries and laced with peppery spice. Soft, fresh and medium bodied, a perfect pair with Italian meats and cheeses. |
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| *Barbera d' Alba "La Bettola" 2009 DOC, Erbaluna, Piemonte | 13 | 21 | 41 | 60 |
| A vivacious red that will fill out your glass with an abundance of ripe, succulent fruits. One of Italy's most compatible food wines, this modern Barbera is organic, super concentrated and has a fiesty personality. An ideal mate for simple and delicious Italian fare. |
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| Montepulciano d' Abruzzo 2009 DOC, A25, Abruzzo | 9 | 15 | 28 | 40 |
| Plums & shades of smoke dominate in this pizza perfect vino |
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| Negroamaro 2010 DOC, Feudi di San Marzano, Puglia | 8 | 13 | 25 | 35 |
| Quaffable, workaday red with perfumed fruit and exotic wood notes |
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| Cacc'e Mmitte di Lucera Risera "Agramante" 2007 DOC, Paolo Petrilli, Puglia | 12 | 19 | 38 | 55 |
| From one of Puglia's most rare DOC's comes this soft and aromatic blend of Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Nero di Troia and Bombino Bianco.
Experience some of Italy's finest grapes blended together in this meduim bodied red. |
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| Primitivo 2009 IGT, Maretima, Puglia | 10 | 16 | 31 | 45 |
| Deep dark fruits and chocolate covered raisins come together in this plush, rich red. A graceful version of Primitivo, with a refined rather than bulldozing boldness. |
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| Cabernet Franc 2010 VQA, Norman Hardie, Prince Edward County | 12 | 19 | 38 | 55 |
| Norm's 2010s are stunning. Sexy blue fruit with a classic graphite finish |
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| Aglianico del Vulture 2008 DOC, Liscone, Basilicata | 11 | 18 | 34 | 50 |
| Big Structure, & complexity make up this powerful, smoky red. With notes of stewed fruit, wood & licorice, this vino is not for the faint of heart. |
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| Small Lot Gamay "M²" 2010 VQA, Malivoire, Niagara | 10 | 16 | 31 | 45 |
| Gamay is a grape known for its youthful berry fruitiness and easy drinking. Maliviore's version is reminiscent of a lightly spiced red berry fruit salad. |
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| *organic/biodynamic wine | ||||
Please note that while all efforts are made to keep this menu up-to-date, item availability and pricing are subject to change at any time.