Amata Menu (Update 2025)
The brand Amata offers a taste of authentic Italian cuisine in a classy, yet casual setting. Located at 209 E 56th St in New York, this restaurant is perfect for a quiet dinner or a gathering with friends and family. With a variety of vegetarian options, outdoor seating, and a full bar, Amata caters to a wide range of preferences. Customers rave about the veal ravioli, cavatelli, salmon, and Endive salad, paired with a great wine selection. The warm and welcoming staff, along with the homemade pasta and delicious desserts, make dining at Amata a delightful experience. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, this hidden gem is sure to impress.
LUNCH
BUTTERNUT SQUASH OR ITALIAN BEAN SOUP
ANTIPASTO DELLA CASA
assorted cured meats, assorted cheeses, marinated vegetables
CLAMS OREGANATA
little neck clams, seasoned breadcrumbs, lemon, EVOO
MOZZARELLA IN CORROZA
sliced bread & mozzarella pan fried served with marinara
CARPACCIO
rare beef tenderloin, arugula, hearts of palm, shaved parmesan, EVOO
PROSCIUTTO MOZZARELLA
prosciutto di parma, fresh mozzarella
EGGPLANT ROLLATINI
filled with fresh seasoned ricotta in tomato sauce
AMATA CALAMARI
pan fried mushrooms, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cherry peppers, touch of honey
CALABRESE MEATBALLS
veal & beef meatball, sauteed onions, hot italian peppers
CAPRESE
tomato, mozzarella, red pepper, drizzled balsamic
BIANCA
endive, artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, shaved parmesan
BARBABIETOLE
roasted red & yellow beets, cherry tomato, asparagus, orange segments, goat cheese
WATERMELON
watermelon, cherry tomato, mozzarella, mint, citrus vinaigrette with a balsamic glaze
OCTOPUS
grilled marinated octopus, herbs, red onion, black olives, grape tomatoes, capers, celery, lemon, EVOOl
CRAB
jumbo crab meat, avocado, peas, cherry tomato, hearts of palm, lemon dressing
GREEN BEAN
beets, pancetta, cauliflower, sundried tomato, crumbled blue cheese, lemon vinaigrette
CAESAR
romaine, toasted croutons, shaved parmesan
LINGUINE CON VONGOLE
little neck clams, garlic, EVOO
SPAGHETTI PRIMAVERA
seasonal vegetables
CAVATELLI WITH BROCCOLI RABE & SAUSAGE
fresh ricotta cavatelli, crumbled Italian sausage, rapini, garlic, EVOO
SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS
classic spaghetti & meatballs with marinara sauce
ORECCHIETTE DELLA NONNA
peas, prosciutto, mushrooms, cream sauce
PAPPARDELLE CON GRANCHIO
home-made noodles, jumbo lump crabmeat, peas, cherry tomatoes, lobster broth
HOME-MADE CHEESE RAVIOLI
bolognese sauce
BOCATINI AMATRICIANA
onions, prosciutto, basil, tomato sauce
SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI
home-made ricotta & sweet potato pasta, shallots, sage, butter sauce
PORK CHOP
broiled pork chop, hot cherry peppers, garlic, white wine
NICKIS CHICKEN BALSAMICO
boneless chicken breast, seasonal mushrooms, balsamic reduction
CHICKEN PAILLARD
topped with field greens
CHICKEN OR VEAL MARSALA
seasonal mushrooms, marsala wine sauce
CHICKEN MARTINI
parmesan crusted medallions, lemon, butter, martini wine
SALMON
atlantic salmon, honey-dijon mustard sauce
SHRIMP FRA DIAVOLO
spicy tomato sauce
GRILLED WHOLE BRANZINO
roasted lemon sauce
Eggplant Or Chicken Or Veal Parmigiana
traditionally prepared served with spaghetti
BUTTERNUT SQUASH OR ITALIAN BEAN SOUP
ANTIPASTO DELLA CASA
assorted cured meats, assorted cheeses, marinated vegetables
CLAMS OREGANATA
little neck clams, seasoned breadcrumbs, lemon, EVOO
ZUCCHINI FRITTERS
fried crispy served with spicy marinara sauce
CARPACCIO
rare beef tenderloin, arugula, hearts of palm, shaved parmesan, EVOO
PROSCIUTTO MOZZARELLA
prosciutto di parma, fresh mozzarella
GAMBERI AND CANNELLINI
grilled shrimp, white Tuscan beans, grape tomatoes, rosemary, garlic, EVOO
AMATA CALAMARI
pan fried mushrooms, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cherry peppers, touch of honey
CALABRESE MEATBALLS
veal & beef meatball, sauteed onions, hot italian peppers
CAPRESE
tomato, mozzarella, red pepper, drizzled balsamic
BIANCA
endive, artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, shaved parmesan
BARBABIETOLE
roasted red & yellow beets, cherry tomato, asparagus, orange segments, goat cheese
BOCCONCINI
avocado, hearts of palm, roasted beets, grape tomato, lemon, EVOO
OCTOPUS
grilled marinated octopus, herbs, red onion, black olives, grape tomatoes, capers, celery, lemon, EVOO
TONNO
tuna, radishes, red onion, olives, capers, lettuce, avocado, lemon dressing
GREEN BEAN
beets, pancetta, cauliflower, sundried tomato, crumbled blue cheese, lemon vinaigrette
CAESAR
romaine, toasted croutons, shaved parmesan
TREVISANO
radicchio, fava beans, arugula, orange segments, pear, toasted walnuts, goat cheese, orange vinaigrette
LINGUINE CON VONGOLE
little neck clams, garlic, EVOO
PACCHERI BOLOGNESE
traditional veal & beef bolognese sauce
CAVATELLI WITH BROCCOLI RABE & SAUSAGE
fresh ricotta cavatelli, crumbled Italian sausage, rapini, garlic, EVOO
FETTUCCINE FIESOLANA
onions, tomato, smoked bacon, touch of cream, parmesan reggiano
TAGLIOLINI AL LIMONE E GAMBERI
home-made pasta infused with lemon zest, shrimp, capers, artichoke hearts, asparagus, grape tomatoes, touch of lemon juice, garlic, EVOO
PAPPARDELLE CON GRANCHIO
home-made noodles, jumbo lump crabmeat, peas, cherry tomatoes, lobster broth
RAVIOLI DELLA NONNA
home-made veal ravioli, peas, prosciutto, mushrooms, cream sauce
MUSHROOM RISOTTO
arborio rice, mixed mushrooms, parsley, parmesan
GNOCCHI AL FORNO
fresh ricotta potato gnocchi with cheese, ham, and butter sage sauce
PORK CHOP
broiled pork chop, hot cherry peppers, garlic, white wine
CHICKEN PAILLARD
tri-colore salad with avocado
EGGPLANT OR CHICKEN OR VEAL PARMIGIANA
traditionally prepared served with spaghetti
CHICKEN MARTINI
parmesan crusted medallions, lemon, butter, martini wine
SALMON
atlantic salmon, honey-dijon mustard sauce
SHRIMP FRANCESE
dripped in egg, lemon, batter, white wine sauce
GRILLED WHOLE BRANZINO
roasted lemon sauce
VEAL BOSCAIOLA
mixed mushroom, thyme, cognac sauce
CHICKEN ROMANA
sausage, artichoke hearts, sundried tomato, white wine
BRAISED SHORT RIB
braised in maderna wine served over parmesan risotto