Menu from Criniti's - Wollongong
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Braciole
our traditional family recipe: crumbed rice rissoles w/ mozzarella & parmesan served w/ napoli sauce
Mama Rosa's Meatballs
homemade meatballs in napoli sauce topped w/ mozzarella & parmesan (4)
Zucchini Flowers
tempura zucchini flowers filled w/ goat cheese & mascarpone cream served w/ lime (4)
Hunting with Cosimo
a criniti family recipe; pork ribs w/ homemade salame, italian sausage, pork belly, confit cherry tomatoes, basil & chilli in papa cosimo’s famous napoli sauce served w/ garlic bread
Forgetaboutit Burger
triple beef patty, triple cheddar, bacon, lettuce, onion rings, jalapeños, criniti’s mayo & chilli aioli
Pizza Burger
beef patty, cheddar, caramelised onion, pickles, chips, bbq sauce & aioli between two pizza bases
Seafood Spiedino
bbq-grilled prawns, scallops, calamari & octopus in lemon jus & italian herbs
Pizza
Zappatore
garlic base, potato, rosemary, italian sausage, chilli & parmesan
Azzurri
napoli sauce, mushrooms, artichokes, semi-dried tomatoes, prosciutto & bufala ricotta
Francesco Criniti
napoli sauce, sopressa salame, mushrooms, onion & basil (chilli optional)
Nonna Caterina
napoli sauce, fresh rocket, prosciutto, bruschetta, bufala ricotta, parmesan shavings and oregano
Calzone Arena
prosciutto, ricotta, semi-dried tomatoes, marinated eggplant, mozzarella topped w/ parmesan, basil & oregano
Pasta
Carbonara
our family recipe w/ crispy bacon, egg, cream, shallots & pecorino
Meatballs
mamma rosa’s meatballs & basil in napoli sauce (chilli optional)
Tortellini Boscaiola
beef tortellini, cream, mushrooms, red onion, crispy bacon, parmesan & shallots
Rosa
pink sauce, melted mozzarella & basil
Bolognese
traditional bolognese served w/ mamma rosa’s meatball (chilli optional)
More about the restaurant: Criniti's - Wollongong
Criniti’s Wollongong is testament to the passion held by the talented Criniti family. With humble beginnings, they have a whole host of restaurants peppered around the country and we’re quite certain it’s down to the impeccable Italian food, service and ambience found in every single space. Combining southern Italian and contemporary Australian cuisines brings a unique element to the extensive menu offered in this city centre restaurant, which go down just perfectly with a glass or two of Italian wine or a refreshing cocktail. Perfect for brunch, lunch and dinner, we can’t recommend a reservation at Criniti’s Wollongong on Crown Street enough. What are you waiting for?
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When it comes to dining at Criniti’s Wollongong, the menu is without a doubt the star of the show. As it should be with every good Italian restaurant, don’t you think? In saying that, though, the space itself is rustic, chic and designed with exposed brick walls, bespoke furniture and an Italian motorcycle on display. Perfect for group celebrations, date nights and family meals, you’ll immediately feel like part of the family from the moment you step inside Criniti's Wollongong.
In terms of the Criniti’s Wollongong menu, let’s just say you’ll need to arrive very hungry indeed. Everything here is cooked to perfection so you won’t go wrong with anything you order. However, some of our favourites include starters such as mamma Rosa’s meatballs cooked in a traditional Napoli sauce; soft shell crab served with garlic and chilli aioli and a dozen natural oysters. Following on, you’ll find freshly made pasta, pizza, secondi and, well, everything your Italian heart could desire. Located along Crown Street in the heart of the Wollongong city centre, this branch of Criniti’s won’t disappoint so book a table now!
