Lunch Menu
| Giovanni's Ristorante - Lunch Menu |
Antipasti / Appetizers2 pc $3.95 4 pc $5.95Garlic ToastToasted bread smothered in real butter and garlic. 2 pc $5.95 4 pc $8.95BruschettaGiovanni’s scrumptious tomato, garlic and basil recipe atop lightly toasted Italian bread 2 pc $6.95 4 pc $9.95Cheese ToastToasted bread topped with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses 9.95Calamari Fritti (Deep-fried Squid)Tender squid, lightly floured and fried, served with Tsatziki sauce 10.95Cozze (Mussels)
Gamberi ProvencialeJumbo shrimp sauteed in a decadent sauce of white wine, butter, garlic, and lemon served with arugula greens. 11.95 Gamberi CapriJumbo shrimp sauteed in a zesty sauce of white wine, capers, garlic, basil and tomato sauce served with arugula greens. 11.95 Gamberi SambucaJumbo shrimp sauteed in a sweet Sambuca liqueur served with arugula greens. Insalate e Zuppe / Salads & SoupsSmall 6.95 Full 8.95Insalate dell’Erba (Herb)Fresh mixed greens with herbs served with a balsamic & olive oil dressing Small 7.95 Full 9.95Pomodoro CapreseDivinely tasty tomato, onion, bocconcini cheese, romaine lettuce and fresh basil salad Small 7.95 Full 9.95Insalata di Césare (Caesar)Classic Caesar salad with fresh house dressing, croutons, and freshly-grated parmesan Small 7.95 Full 9.95Insalate di Spinaci (Spinach)Fresh baby spinach greens served with crumbled Feta cheese, dried cranberries, and almond slices, served with a balsamic & olive oil dressing Cup 4.95 Bowl 6.95Zuppa del’ GiornioGiovanni’s creation, made fresh daily – Ask your server for details Cup 3.95 Bowl 5.95MinestroneTraditional Italian soup containing a variety of pasta, beans and vegetables in a tomato broth 5.95***Add Chicken Breast, Prawns or SausageAdd any one of chicken breast, 3 jumbo prawns, or grilled Italian sausage to your salad. Entrées / Main Courses14.95Panino Bistecca (Steak Sandwich)6 oz. Rib-eye steak traditionally served over garlic toast. 14.95Pollo la Grilla (Grilled Chicken Breast)6 oz. seasoned and grilled chicken breast. 16.95Pollo Parmigiana (Chicken Parmesan)Breaded chicken breast topped with parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, baked in tomato sauce. 15.95Melanzane Parmigiana (Eggplant Parmesan)Breaded slices of eggplant topped with parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, baked in tomato sauce. 17.95Vitello Parmigiana (Veal Parmesan)Tender white veal breaded and topped with parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, baked in tomato sauce. **Above entrees served with daily vegetable and your choice of french fries or fettuccine Alfredo.Paste / Pasta13.95 Fettuccine AlfredoFettuccine tossed in a classic cheese and cream sauce, topped with freshly grated parmesan 13.95Tortellini GorgonzolaCheese-filled tortellini in a gorgonzola cheese & cream sauce, topped with freshly grated parmesan 13.95Linguini CarbonaraLinguini pasta prepared in a tantalizing, creamy white wine, pancetta (Italian cured bacon) and onion sauce, topped with freshly grated parmesan 13.95Linguini con Vongole
14.95 Fettuccine con Salmone AffumicatoFettuccine with smoked Salmon tossed in a white wine, capers and green onion cream sauce, topped with freshly grated parmesan Pizza8" 11.95 10" 14.00 12" 16.95HawaiianTraditional ham and pineapple topped with mozzarella cheese 8" 10.95 10" 13.50 12" 16.50Pino PieHOT! Pizza like you've never tasted before! Salsa-based sauce with loads of Jalapeno pepper slices, topped with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, served with sour cream for dipping 8" 12.95 10" 15.95 12" 17.95VegetarianOlives, mushrooms, green peppers, tomatoes, spinach and basil 8" 10.95 10" 13.50 12" 16.50Bruschetta PizzaGiovanni's famous bruschetta (tomatoes and garlic) served on pizza crust and topped with mozzarella cheese 8" 13.95 10" 16.95 12" 18.95Giovanni's Italian ComboCapicollo, Prosciutto ham, Calabrese Salami, Italian Sausage, olives and mushrooms topped with mozzarella cheese HST will be added to prices.
Availability and prices of offerings are subject to change without notice.
Changes to menu items may result in additional charges. Ask your server. Giovanni’s Ristorante uses only trans-fat free oil for all fried menu items. |


Chef Giovanni Belcastro, and wife Helen, welcome you to Giovanni's Ristorante in the heart of Qualicum Beach. Offering fine Italian cuisine in a friendly and informal atmosphere, the owners and staff at Giovanni's look forward to serving you and providing a quality dining experience. Although small and intimate in size, Giovanni's brims with atmosphere and excitement, and delivers meals that you would expect to find in some of the largest restaurants and resorts on Vancouver Island. Join Giovanni and Helen, and experience Oceanside's finest dining.

