Our rustic but cozy restaurant with interior stone walls specializes in creative interpretations of Italian classic cuisine. Since 1998, Zini's has built a reputation for mouth-watering cuisine. Relish in the freshness of our ingredients.
Skillfully Crafted Italian Classics
Get The Latest From Chef Zini
Join Chef Zini’s newsletter and get the latest menus, specials, recipes, birthday treats, and more. If you have any questions, please reach out to our team.
Romaine lettuce and croutons dressed with house caesar dressing. Small $7 | Large $15 Add grilled chicken - $8
Pear Salad
Romaine lettuce, pear, cranberries, toasted walnuts & gorgonzola cheese drizzled with our favorite balsamic vinaigrette Small $7 | Large $15
Add grilled chicken - $8 or grilled shrimp - $10
Signature Starters
House Favorite
Artichoke Hearts
$16.0
Pan-seared artichokes, lightly egg battered in a citrus lemon white wine sauce.
Traditional Fried Calamari
$16.0
Served with marinara sauce. Add Cherry peppers for $2, or
gorgonzola for $2
Calamari Salad
$15.0
Tender calamari, tomatoes, and greens in a zesty lemon vinaigrette with a hint of garlic and herbs
Zucchini Chips
$16.0
Sliced zucchini, fried, doused with parmesan and served with a savory cream sauce
Fried Mozzarella
$16.0
Fresh mozzarella, fried and partnered with homemade marinara sauce
Sides and More
Menu Information
Calories
Total Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrates
Protein
* 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary.
Partner With Entree
$7.0
Sautéed spinach, pasta aioli, or pasta marinara.
Main Entrees
Eggplant Rollatini
$26.0
Thinly sliced eggplant filled with spinach and mozzarella, topped with a chunky pomodoro sauce
Spaghetti Alle Vongole
Tender clams sautéed to perfection with garlic, then married with a delicate white wine reduction over spaghetti
Seafood Stuffed Sole
$28.0
Sole fillets stuffed with a rich blend of seafood served with rice pilaf and sautéed vegetables
Maple-Glazed Pork
$28.0
Seared and glazed tenderloin with maple syrup, tangy apple cider reduction with a creamy potato mash and vegetables
Lobster Ravioli
$30.0
Handmade seafood ravioli pan-seared with tender pieces of lobster in a light vodka cream sauce
Octopus Fra Diavolo
$30.0
Tender octopus sautéed in a white wine red Fra Diavolo sauce served over fluffy gnocchi
House Pick
Grilled Veal Chop
$42.0
Farm fresh bone-in veal drizzled with a rosemary wine demi-glace served with potatoes and vegetables
Traditional Italian
Chicken or Veal Saltimbocca
Layered w/ prosciutto & cheese and pan-seared in a white wine sauce served over pasta. Chicken $26 or Veal $28
Chicken or Veal Florentine
Sautéed in a lemon wine sauce & topped with spinach and melted cheese served over pasta. Chicken $26 or Veal $28
Chicken or Veal Parmesan
Lightly breaded topped w/ marinara & melted cheese served over pasta. Chicken $26 or Veal $28
Chicken or Veal Marsala
Sautéed with mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce served or pasta. Chicken $26 or Veal $28
Don't Worry We'll Save You a Seat
Make an online
Reservation
Zini's invites you to dine with us in our welcoming atmosphere. Chef Zini has a passion for delivering creative flavors in each of his dishes and welcomes you to join us for your night out in Bantam, CT.