Topo Gigio Ristorante Menu (Update 2025)
Topo Gigio Ristorante in Chicago is a delightful Italian spot offering a range of mouth-watering dishes including Bruschetta al Prosciutto di Parma, Portobello e Polenta, and Carpaccio alla Piemontese. The Insalate selection is equally impressive with options like La Caprese and Insalata Frutti di Mare. Not to mention the delectable Contorni options like Meatballs and Spinach. Customers rave about the impeccable service and charming ambiance, especially on the outdoor patio. With a diverse menu catering to both traditional and innovative tastes, Topo Gigio Ristorante is a must-visit for Italian cuisine enthusiasts. The cozy yet elegant indoor seating and vibrant outdoor vibes make it a versatile dining destination. Whether you're a pasta lover or seafood enthusiast, Topo Gigio Ristorante promises a memorable culinary experience.
Entrees
Bruschetta al Prosciutto di Parma
Garlic bread with cherry tomato, baked with mozzarella, topped with prosciutto and fresh basil.
Portobello e Polenta
Grilled portobello mushrooms sauted in garlic and olive oil. Served over polenta.
Polenta con il Sugo Bolognese
Polenta with bolognese sauce and parmigiano-reggiano.
Calamari alla Griglia
Grilled calamari in a wine and lemon sauce.
Calamari Fritti
Tender fried calamari served with marinara sauce and lemon wedges.
Brodetto di Cozze
West coast mussels sauted in a light tomato broth.
Scottish Smoked Salmon
The finest scottish salmon served with frisee, dill mascarpone, capers and citrus vinaigrette.
Carpaccio alla Piemontese
Paper thin slices of raw prime filet mignon drizzled with lemon and extra virgin olive oil. Served with shaved parmigiano-reggiano cheese and capers.
Tortellini en Brodo
Tortellini in chicken broth, fresh spinach and parmigiano cheese.
Zuppa del Giorno
Soup of the day.
Tortellini In Brodo
Tortellini in chicken broth, fresh spinach and parmigiano cheese.
Zuppe
Insalate
Insalata Mista Della Casa
Romaine and curly endive, tomatoes, cucumber salad, balsamic vinaigrette, walnuts and black raisins.
Joes Salad
Romaine lettuce, endive, tomatoes, cucumbers, capers, walnuts, raisins, potato, mushrooms, Artichoke hearts, avocado, mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano & roasted red peppers.
La Caprese
Slices of fresh mozzarella di bufala, beefsteak tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil.
Insalata di Pollo alla Griglia
Marinated grilled chicken breast slices over romaine and curly endive with tomatoes, raisins, Walnuts, and balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Insalata Frutti di Mare
Marinated calamari, mussels, clams and shrimps salad with citrus vinaigrette.
Insalata di Gamberi e Spinaci
Fresh spinach salad, grilled shrimp, avocado and string beans with lemon and extra virgin olive oil.
Insalata con Salmone alla Griglia
Grilled alaskan king salmon over radicchio and romaine lettuce with asparagus. Prosecco vinaigrette.
Fusilli alla Topo Gigio
Fusilli with fresh chicken, pancetta, mozzarella, quattro formaggi and bolognese sauce.
Rigatoni al Filo di Fumo
Rigatoni in pomodoro sauce with pancetta, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil and pecorino cheese.
Tortellini alla Panna
Veal stuffed tortellini in cream sauce with pancetta, peas, mushrooms and parmigiano-reggiano.
Penne alla Vodka
Penne with tomato-cream sauce & pancetta deglazed with vodka. Parmigiano-reggiano.
Conchiglie alla Sarda
Sea shell pasta in a tomato-cream sauce with ground sausage, peas and pecorino cheese.
Gnocchi al Pomodoro e Basilico
Our homemade potato gnocchi in pomodoro sauce, fresh basil and pecorino cheese.
Spaghetti con le Polpette
Spaghetti in classic bolognese sauce with our homemade meat balls and parmigiano cheese.
Garganelli Con Le Luganighe
Hand rolled garganelli pasta, porcini mushrooms and sausage rag, parmigiano reggiano.
Fusilloni Tocco Delicato
Large corkscrew pasta with arugula, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, shaved parmesan with garlic and oil.
Conchiglie Mediterranea
Seashell pasta with shrimp, sea scallops, and pea pods in a garden fresh tomato and basil sauce.
Spaghetti Ai Frutti Di Mare
Spaghetti with calamari, mussels, clams and sea scallops in our marinara sauce.
Linguine Alla vic Damone
His own recipe, linguine with little clams, olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes and fresh cilantro!
Campanelle Alla Norma
Campanelle pasta in arrabiata sauce with sauted eggplant and aged ricotta cheese.
Linguine Delle cinque Terre
Home made linguine with shrimps sauted with red peppers and pesto sauce.
Farfalle Ai Due Salmoni
Bow tie shaped pasta with norwegian smoked salmon and north pacific salmon in a light tomato-cream sauce and dill.
Risotto Frutti Di Mare Delle Marche
Aged carnaroli risotto with tiger shrimp, scallops, clams, in a light tomato-cream-crab sauce.
Pastasciutta
Pasta al sapore di mare
Fettucine alla Crema di Gamberi & Basilico Fresco
Homemade fettucine with jumbo shrimp and fresh basil in a parmigiano-cream sauce.
Linguine alla Licata
Linguine with jumbo shrimp and zucchini, cherry tomato, capers and basil sauce.
Linguine alla Vongole Veraci
Linguine with manila clams, garlic and olive oil.
Spaghetti alla Diavola
Spaghetti with scampi and clams in a spicy marinara sauce.
Filetto di Bue al Barolo
Grilled beef tenderloin with mushrooms in a barolo wine sauce. With mashed potatoes and spinach.
Pepper Steak
Grilled beef tenderloin, sauted with red peppers, onions, mushrooms and tomatoes.
Petti di Pollo alla Fiorentina
Breast of chicken sauted in a light tomato sauce topped with spinach, pancetta and mozzarella then baked. With asparagus.
Petti di Pollo al Limone
Breast of chicken sauted with lemon, wine and capers. Spinach aglio e olio.
Piccatina di Vitella al Limone
Veal scaloppini sauted in a lemon, wine and capers sauce. Served with vegetables.
Veal Saltimbocca alla Parmigiana
Veal saltimbocca and prosciutto di parma with pomodoro sauce baked with mozzarella. With cottage fries.
Eggplant alla Parmigiana
Roasted eggplant baked with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and parmigiano cheese.
Scampi alla Griglia
Grilled jumbo scampi, served with spinach and sauted in garlic and olive oil.
White Fish al Limone e Capperi
Lake superior white fish baked in a lemon, wine & caper sauce. Served with vegetables.
Petti Di Pollo Alla Valdostana
Breast of chicken stuffed with fontina cheese, prosciutto cotto and spinach. Baked with sun dried tomatoes and porcini mushrooms sauce.
Pollo Arrosto Al Rosmarino
Half chicken roasted with wine, lemon, garlic, fresh rosemary and roasted potatoes.
Polletto Con Salsiccia Alla Cacciatora
Quartered chicken and italian sausage baked with tomatoes, peppers, onions, mushrooms.
Petti Di Pollo Marinato Alla Griglia
Grilled chicken breast marinated in our special blend of herbs & spices. Served with vegetables.
Petti Di Pollo Alla Parmigiana
Breast of chicken lightly breaded, baked with pomodoro sauce and parmagian cheese. Served with a side of spinach.
Saltimbocca Alla Parmigiana
Veal saltimbocca and prosciutto di parma with pomodoro sauce, baked with mozzarella. Cottage fries.
Saltimbocca alla romana
Veal saltimbocca and prosciutto di parma sauted in wine and sage sauce. Over spinach in garlic and oil.
Spiedini Adriatica
Grilled scampi & sea scallops on a skewer, served on a bed of spinach in garlic and oil.
Secondi Piatti
Stuzzicarelli
Antipasto Freddo
Two or more. A presentation of meat, cheese and grilled vegetables from our antipasto table.
Prosciutto Di Parma
Slices of prosciutto di parma, mozzarella di bufala, and roasted red peppers.
Brodetto Di Cozze Al Pomodoro O Vino Bianco
West Coast mussels in marinara sauce or lemon-wine and garlic sauce.
Cozze E Vongole All Calabrese
Steamed little neck clams and west coast mussels with house cured calabrese sausage and garlic in wine-saffron broth.
Baked Clams topo Gigio
Baked little neck clams with caramelized onion sauce.
Capesante Con Pesto E Crema
Seared sea scallops in pesto cream sauce with roasted red peppers.
Scampi E Capesante Al Vino Bianco
Scampi and sea scallops sauted with mushrooms, chardonnay and lemon sauce.
Bruschetta Alla Romana
Toasted rustic bread with garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Insalata Di Gamberi
Large shrimps, fresh spinach, string beans with ligurian extra virgin olive oil and lemon dressing.
Insalata Di Pomodori E Melone
A salad of vine-ripened tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, cantaloupe melon and arugula.
Insalata Di Finocchio, Frisee E Radicchio
Fennel, frise radicchio salad, with citrus vinaigrette dressing.
Insalata Di Calamari Grigliati
Grilled calamari sauted with olive oil, lemon, cherry tomatoes, green beans, potatoes and corn on a bed of arugula.
Insalata Di Petti Di Pollo Alla Griglia
Grilled chicken breast with walnuts, raisins, romaine lettuce and balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Panzanella Alla Romana
Chopped tomatoes, garlic, red onions, artichokes, capers, walnuts, raisins, basil, and oregano tossed with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
Insalata Ai Frutti Di Mare
Fresh steamed calamari, mussells, clams and shrimps over salad with citrus vinaigrette.
Le Insalate
Steaks and Chops
Veal Chop Alla Sassi
Grilled 12 oz. Veal chop sauted in wine, mushrooms, artichokes & sage sauce. Served with roasted potatoes and spinach.
Tomahawk Pork Chop
Niman ranch organic grilled tomahawk pork chop, 12 oz. Served with spinach and mashed potatoes.
Filetto Di Manzo Al Barolo
Grilled prime filet mignon medallions, sauted in a barolo-mushroom sauce and served with spinach & roasted potatoes.
Rib Eye, Bone-in 16 Oz
Grilled prime bone-in rib eye served with roasted potatoes.
New York Strip, Boneless, 16 Oz
Grilled prime bone-in new york strip steak served with cottage fries.