Candelaris Italiano

Italian West University Upper Kirby Bellaire

Menu

Sides available from our à la carte menu for an additional $8. This menu is exclusively for dine-in guests. No substitutions or modifications, please. Menu items are individually portioned and not intended for sharing.
$39 per person

First Course

Caesar Salad

Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with creamy Caesar dressing, crunchy croutons, and shaved Parmesan (Add White Anchovies: +$4)

Mixed Green Salad

A fresh medley of greens, seasonal vegetables, and house vinaigrette

Italian Meatballs

Two veal, pork, and beef meatballs in marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella

Clam Chowder

Creamy New England-style clam chowder with crispy prosciutto and oyster crackers

Scallops & Brussels Sprouts (Add $15)

Pan-seared scallops with roasted Brussels sprouts, finished with a tangy orange vinaigrette

Shrimp & Calamari Fritti (Add $8)

Lightly dusted and fried, served with garlic aioli

Tomato Caprese Salad

Heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil

Arancini

Crispy risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella and sausage, served with spicy sugo rosa sauce

Second Course

Margherita Pizza

Tomato, mozzarella, basil

Original Pizza

Italian sausage

Crabmeat Tortelloni

Crab meat tortelloni With chive beurre blanc sauce( ADD +$14)

Pollo Piccata

Chicken in lemon butter caper sauce, served with garlic olive oil linguine

Penne Rustica

Italian sausage and mushrooms in tomato cream sauce

Lasagna

Pasta layers, ricotta, spinach, Candelari's sausage

Pomodoro Fresca (+ Chicken or Shrimp: $8)

Angel hair pasta with fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions, and basil, topped with burrata cheese

Fettuccini Alfredo – With grilled chicken

Classic creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with fettuccini pasta and topped with tender grilled chicken.

Chicken Parmigiana

Crispy breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, served over fettuccini pomodoro fresco pasta

Woodfired grilled Salmon

Grilled with Bianca sauce and pasta (Add $14)

Catch of the Day

Fresh Fish filet With crabmeat beurre blanc and Parmesan risotto (Add $20)

Woodfired Ribeye

14 oz wood-fired, with brandy demi-glace and Verdure Miste (Add $30)

Diavolo Pizza

Capicola, Calabrese, pepperoni, Calabrian chile sauce

Third Course

Gelato

House-made Italian-style ice cream with a smooth, creamy texture. Please ask your server for today’s available flavors.

Gluten-Free Hazelnut Chocolate Cake (GF)

A decadent flourless chocolate cake with roasted hazelnuts, offering a rich, fudgy texture and deep chocolate flavor—gluten-free and indulgent.

Tiramisu

A classic Italian dessert made with espresso-soaked ladyfingers, layered with rich mascarpone cream and dusted with cocoa powder.

Sides available from our à la carte menu for an additional $8. This menu is exclusively for dine-in guests. No substitutions or modifications, please. Menu items are individually portioned and not intended for sharing.

First Course

Caesar Salad

Classic romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and creamy Caesar dressing (Add White Anchovies: +$4)

Clam Chowder

New England-style clam chowder with crispy prosciutto and oyster crackers

Mozzarella Fritti

Four jumbo mozzarella sticks served with a side of marinara sauce

Greek Salad

Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onion, feta cheese, and Greek dressing

Italian Meatballs

Two veal, pork, and beef meatballs with marinara sauce and melted fresh mozzarella

Shrimp & Calamari Fritti (Add $8)

Lightly dusted in Italian flour and served with aioli

Arancini

Two breaded risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella and sausage, served with spicy sugo rosa sauce

Second Course

Original Pizza

Classic pizza loaded with Candelari’s Italian sausage

Margherita Pizza

Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil

Penne Rustica

Italian sausage and mixed mushrooms in tomato cream sauce

Lasagna

Layers of fresh pasta, ricotta cheese, spinach, and Candelari’s Italian sausage

Pomodoro Fresca

Angel hair pasta with fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions, topped with burrata cheese (Add Chicken or Shrimp: +$8)

Fettuccini Alfredo

Fettuccini tossed in creamy Alfredo sauce, served with grilled chicken breast

Chicken Parmigi

Breaded chicken with marinara sauce and melted cheese, served with a side of pasta

Meatball Sandwich

Meatballs, mozzarella, and marinara sauce

Catch of the Day

Fresh fish filet With crabmeat beurre blanc and Parmesan risotto (Add $20)

Third Course

Tiramisu

A classic Italian dessert made with espresso-soaked ladyfingers, layered with rich mascarpone cream and dusted with cocoa powder. ( Add +$7)

Gluten-Free Hazelnut Chocolate Cake (GF)

A decadent flourless chocolate cake with roasted hazelnuts, offering a rich, fudgy texture and deep chocolate flavor—gluten-free and indulgent. ( Add +$7)

Gelato

House-made Italian-style ice cream with a smooth, creamy texture. Please ask your server for today’s available flavors. ( Add +$7)

Beverages, tax & gratuity are not included unless otherwise noted

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Plan Your Visit

Houston Restaurant Weeks runs August 1 - September 1, 2025.
Please contact the restaurant directly for availability and reservations.

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