Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar-Canton Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar-Canton, where Italian culinary traditions meet modern flair. Nestled at 110 Albany Turnpike in Canton, CT, this trendsetting spot is perfect for cozy dinners or lively gatherings. The menu boasts a delightful array of dishes designed to tantalize your taste buds.
- Small Plates: Start your experience with Truffle Parm Fries and "Seacoast" Mushroom Crostini, perfect for sharing.
- Appetizers: Indulge in Charred Octopus or the creamy Fried Mozzarella, with each bite offering an explosion of flavor.
- Salumi & Formaggi: A charcuterie selection that elevates the dining experience, featuring artisanal cured meats and cheeses.
With its heated outdoor seating and full bar, Mercato provides a romantic yet casual atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers. The heart of Italy is waiting to be discovered here, inviting you to savor every moment.
Small Plates
Truffle Parm Fries
garlic-parmesan dipping sauce
Wood Fired Olives
balsamic, rosemary, citrus
Pancetta
pork belly, apple mostarda, porchetta spice
"Seacoast" Mushroom Crostini
Tomato & Mozzarella
stracciatella, bufala mozzarella, balsamic, basil, frico
Charred Octopus
romesco, crispy fingerling potatoes, lemon
Grilled Lamb Chop Lollipops
mint pesto, aged balsamic
Brussels & Burrata
Prosciutto Di Parma, Fig Balsamic Aioli, Pistachios
Ricotta Toast
fresh ct whipped ricotta, sea salt, fig jam, vino cotto
Mussels Pot
fennel & roasted garlic cream, charred ciabatta
Fried Mozzarella
parmesan, marinara
Zia's Meatballs
polenta, marinara, ricotta, pesto
Wood Fired Chicken Wings
garlic parimigiana, calabrian hot sauce, or bbq
Crispy Eggplant Napoleon
marinara, stracciatella cheese
Wood Fired Filet Tips
roasted garlic crema, arugula, crispy onions
Fried Calamari
cherry peppers, marinara, spicy aioli
"Carl Anthony's" Balsamic Calamari
sweet & spicy balsamic, citrus
Appetizers
Salumi & Formaggi
Salumi & Formaggia 3x
Salumi & Formaggia 5x
Charred Caesar Salad
chopped, garlic croutons, "sweet 100" tomato, aged balsamic, house caesar dressing
Little Gem Salad
local lettuce, avocado, bacon, roasted roasted tomatoes, crispy onions, gorgonzola dressing
Field Greens
Cherry Tomato, Red Onions, Olives, Cucumber, Shaved Parm, Croutons, Creamy Garlic Dressing
Inverno
local greens, roasted butternut squash, pear, candied walnuts, pickled red onion,gorgonzola dolce, white balsamic vinaigrette
Sicilian Arugula
local greens, sicilian oranges, fennel, red onions, castelvetrano olives, toasted pistachios, creamy italian vinaigrette
Side Field Greens
Side Caesar
Side Inverno Salad
Salads
Carne e Pesce
Braised Short Rib
whipped polenta, "seacoast" mushrooms, barolo braising-jus, gremolata
Branzino
pan roasted seabass, heirloom tomatoes, castelvetrano olives, roasted peppers, garlic, bistro greens, saba
Chicken Parmigiana
Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella
Chicken Scarpariello
free bird farm chicken, fingerling potatoes, broccoli rabe, italian sausage, sweet & hot peppers, onions, pan-jus
Pork Chop Saltimbocca
prosciutto, fontina, garlicky spinach, whipped polenta, sage demi
Prime NY Strip*
truffled fingerling potatoes, broccoli rabe,roasted garlic & bone marrow butter
Wood Fired Salmon
butternut squash fregola, broccolini, blood orange agro-dolce
Abruzzi Pizza
Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, Fresh Ricotta, Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Crushed Red Pepper
Burrata Pizza
san marzano, nduja, roasted pepper, red onion, roasted garlic
Classic Pizza
San Marzano, Oregano, Shredded Mozzarella
Get Figgy with It
fig jam, fresh ricotta, arugula, mozzarella, arugula, parmigiano
Marco Pollo
chicken sausage, roasted garlic, fontina,bufala mozzarella, pickled red onions, basil
Margherita
San Marzano, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, EVOO
Melanzana
San Marzano, Crispy Eggplant, Ricotta, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Parmigiano
Sweet & Spicy
San Marzano, Shredded Mozzarella, Spicy Pepperoni, Mike's Hot Honey
Three Little Pigs
San Marzano, Sweet Sausage, Pancetta, Smoked Bacon, Fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano
Veggie Pizza
provolone, roasted red peppers, red onions, eggplant, spinach, basil, roasted garlic
Pizza
Pasta
Butternut Squash Risotto
straciatella, toasted pumkin seed
Cacio e Pepe
hand made bucatini, black pepper, pecorino
Garganelli
rock shrimp, nduja, panna, focaccia crumbs
Linguine & Clams
cockles, roasted heirloom tomatoes, garlic, shallots, chili flake, focaccia crumbs
Pappardelle Rustica
chicken sausage, tomato, potato, arugula, roasted garlic, fennel pollen
Ricotta Gnocchi
Slow braised short rib ragu, stracciatella cheese
Rigatoni Alla Vodka
Pancetta, Tomato-Vodka Cream Sauce
Wood Fired "100 Layer" Lasagna
bolognese, bechemel, ricotta, pesto
Gluten Free Bun
Side Broccoli Rabe
Side Brussel Sprouts
Side Hand Cut Fries
Side Meatball
Side Polenta
Side Roasted Potatoes
Sides
Desserts
Torta Cioccolato
rich chocolate cake, salted caramel, vanilla gelato
Panetone Bread Pudding
valrhona chocolate, crme anglaise, hazelnut crunch gelato
Peanut Butter Brownie
Flourless chocolate brownie, peanut butter ganache, vanilla bean gelato
Pistachio Cake
italian buttercream, pistachio gelato, amaretto cherries
Marscapone Cheesecake
maple sugar brle, whipped cream, graham cracker crumble
Tiramisu
espresso & kahlua soaked vanilla lady fingers layered with whipped mascarpone cream & cocoa
Cannoli
Chocolate chip & ricotta filling