Metro Italian Family Restaurant & Grill Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Metro Italian Family Restaurant & Grill, where authentic Italian flavors and a warm family atmosphere combine to create a memorable dining experience. Nestled in Trenton, NJ, this restaurant offers a robust menu that tantalizes the taste buds with a delightful array of options.
- Appetizers: Start your meal with their sumptuous Garlic Bread or the zesty Mussels fra diavolo—a crowd favorite.
- Salads: Fresh and vibrant, the Blue Cheese & Walnut salad is perfect for those seeking a light option.
- Pasta Specialties: Indulge in the rich Vodka Rigatoni or the stunning Seafood Fra Diavolo, each meticulously crafted to celebrate Italian cooking.
With options for families, groups, and even catering, Metro Italian Family Restaurant & Grill truly brings the essence of Italy to your dining table. Enjoy casual dining with outdoor seating, a full bar, and delightful dishes that will have you coming back for more!
Appetizers
Mussels
fra diavolo -spicy tomato sauce, garlic & basil bianco- white wine garlic butter sauce, grape tomatoes, basil
Grilled Eggplant Tower
eggplant, mozzarella, goat cheese, roasted red peppers, basil pesto
Bruschetta
crustinis, plum tomato sauce
Clams Casino
five baked clam shells filled with chopped clams, peppers, onions, bacon & bread crumbs
Metro Buffalo Wings
buffalo, bbq chipolte or honey mustard style with celery & blue cheese dressing
Mediterranean Bruschetta
kalamata olives, tomatoes, basil, feta chese, olive oil, crustinis
Fried Calamari
traditional, buffalo, thai chili or toscano style
Antipasto
italian meats, cheeses & vegetables over mixed greens finished with balsamic vinaigrette
Garlic Bread
italian bread baked with a garlic butter spread
Clams Bianco
littleneck clams simmered in a fresh tomato, white wine, basil and roasted garlic butter sauce
French Onion
served in a crock topped with melted cheese
Soup of the Day
Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce tossed with our caesar dressing
Blue Cheese & Walnut
mixed greens, candied walnuts & blue cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Mozzarella Salad
sliced tomato and fresh mozzarella over mixed greens, balsamic vinaigrette
Arugula
tomatoes, red onion, limoncello dressing
Metro Wedge
iceberg, crumbled blue cheese, crispy bacon, red onions, blue cheese dressing
Salads
Pastas
Vodka Rigatoni
rigatoni pasta tossed in a pink sauce with prosciutto and romano cheese
Penne Shrimp
sautéed shrimp, kalamata olives, broccoli, garlic, olive oil
Penne Alfredo
rich parmesan cream sauce, peas & proscuitto
Spaghetti & Meatballs
with a homemade marinara sauce
Linguine & Clams
your choice of a plum tomato sauce or white wine garlic sauce with diced tomatoes
Seafood Fra Diavolo
littleneck clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops and calamari in a spicy marinara sauce over linguine
Angel Hair & Crab Meat
jumbo lump crab meat tossed with garlic, parsley and olive oil -choice of a red or white sauce
Porcini Linguine
sausage, porcini mushrooms, parmesan cream sauce
Angel Hair Pomodoro
plum tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, red pepper flakes, olive oil
Homemade Ravioli
3 ricotta filled ravioli topped with a fresh basil & garlic plum tomato sauce
Sausage Toscano Pie
sausage, mozzarella, plum tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil
Margarita
mozzarella, plum tomato sauce, fresh basil & olive oil
Sorrentino
mozzarella, sliced eggplant, prosciutto & plum tomatoes
Shrimp Scampi
shrimp, garlic, parsley & olive oil over mozzarella
Caprese
mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, prosciutto, basil, olive oil
Chicken Artichoke Pie
mozzarella, chopped chicken breast, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes & kalamata olives
Verde
mozzarella, broccoli, garlic, olive oil
Naples Pie
anchovies, mozzarella, black & green olives, tomato sauce
B. B. Q. Chicken Pie
mozzarella, red onions, chopped chicken, parsley & b.b.q. sauce
9" Thin Crust Pizza
Lite Fare
Metro Cheese Burger
choice of cheese, lettuce & tomato served with french fries
Turkey Cheese Burger
choice of cheese, lettuce, tomato & served with french fries
Cobb Salad
mixed greens topped with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, blue cheese, guacamole, egg and tomato with balasmic vinaigrette
Meatball Parmesan Sandwich
meatballs, melted mozzarella and marinara sauce served with french fries
Caesar Chicken Salad
romaine tossed with our caesar dressing topped with croutons and grilled chicken
Mozzarella & Prosciutto Sandwich
mozzarella, prosciutto, tomato and basil mayo served with french fries
Shrimp Mediterranean Salad
mixed greens topped with crumbled feta cheese, kalamata olives, cucumbers, red onions, grape tomatoes & grilled shrimp with a sherry vinaigrette
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
grilled chicken on italian bread with lettuce, tomato and mustard sauce
Marsala
wild mushroom marsala sauce
Parmesan
breaded, mozzarella, marinara sauce
Saltimbucca
sautéed in a sage demi and topped with prosciutto and melted provolone cheese over spinach
Francaise
egg dipped, lemon butter sauce, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes
Piccata
lemon butter caper sauce, herbs, diced tomatoes
Walnut Chicken
walnut crusted, lightly fried topped with a dijon mustard
Chicken & Veal
Salmon & Tilapia
Mediterranean
sautéed roma tomatoes, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, basil, garlic, olive oil sauce
Florentine
sautéed fresh spinach and wild mushrooms in a lemon butter sauce
Olivia
green and black olives, diced tomatoes, red peppers, roasted garlic white wine sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Scampi
crab meat sautéed in a scampi garlic butter sauce over
Filet Mignon
8 oz. certified angus beef served with mashed potatoes & vegetable
N. Y. Sirloin
14 oz. certified angus beef sirloin served with mashed potatoes & vegetable
Pork Chop
14 oz. center cut chop pan seared served with mashed potatoes & vegetable
Steaks & Pork Chops
Topping Additions
Giambotta
hot & sweet peppers, roasted potatoes, herb demi