Menu

Authentic Italian Cuisine

At Elio’s Osteria, we bring the rich flavors of Italy and Sicily to Carina with fresh, handcrafted dishes that capture the essence of traditional Italian dining. Our signature pizzas, prepared daily using the authentic scelta de capi method, and our homemade pasta sauces deliver bold, genuine flavors in every bite. Seasonal specials, crafted with locally sourced ingredients, add a unique and delightful touch to our offerings. To cater to all our guests, our menu includes gluten-free and vegetarian options, ensuring everyone can enjoy the Elio’s experience. Pair your meal with a fine wine or beverage to complete your culinary journey. Taste the tradition, passion, and authenticity in every bite at Elio’s Osteria.

Starters
Salads & Sides

FOCCACIA V

with garlic and herbs

FOCCACIA V

with garlic, herbs and mozzarella

GARLIC AND CHEESE BREAD

calzone filled with garlic and cheese

ARANCINI

truffle and porcini mushroom risotto balls with aioli (5)

ANTIPASTO PLATE

salami, prawns, mussels, feta, Kalamata olives, semi-dried tomatoes, eggplant, mixed vegies, pesto + focaccia

GARLIC PRAWNS

6 kings on either creamy garlic or spicy chilli sauce, on fettuccini

KALAMATA OLIVES

warmed olives in balsamic with spicy flat bread

GARDEN SALAD V

tomato, red onion, cucumber, lettuce w/ balsamic dressing

ITALIAN SALAD V

artichokes, olives, tomato, red onion, cucumber w/ balsamic dressing

SWEET POTATO SALAD V

roasted capsicum, feta, pinenuts, lettuce and honey mayo

DUCK FAT POTATOES (DFP)

thrice cooked duck fat potatoes served with aioli

MARINATED GRILLED VEGETABLES V

zucchini, eggplant, olives, red onion, capsicum, roma tomato (v)

Pasta Original

PASTA ORIGINAL PRICES
Spaghetti/Gnocchi Bolognese

traditional Italian Bolognese

Blue Cheese Gnocchi

creamy blue vein sauce with grilled prosciutto

FettucinI Verdura V

mushrooms, olives, onions, capsicums, napoli

Ricotta Ravioli Rose V

pockets of ricotta and spinach pasta in a Napoli and alfredo sauce

Lasagne

layers of pasta and Bolognese topped with béchamel

Pasta Speciality

PASTA SPECIALTY PRICES
Spaghetti Marinara

calamari, scallops, prawns, fish and mussels with a Napoli sauce

Penne San Paulo

calamari, scallops, prawns, fish and mussels with an alfredo sauce

Fettucini Chicken Pesto

Chicken, feta, pesto and cream sauce

Gnocchi ala Elios

potato dumplings, ham, creamy mushroom sauce

Penne Matriciana

bacon, tomato, olives, roasted capsicum, onion, chilli, Napoli

Spaghetti Puttenesca

bacon, capers, anchovies, olives, chilli, Napoli

Ricotta Ravioli Pumpkin

pockets of ricotta and spinach pasta, honey pumpkin, bacon, pine nuts, alfredo

Tortellini Carbonara

rings of veal-filled pasta, bacon, cream and egg sauce

Risotto

Morgans Risotto

Chicken, spinach, mushroom, onion, alfredo

Crispy Proscuitto Risotto

mushroom, blue cheese sauce, grilled prosciutto

Vegetable Risotto V

eggplant, semi-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, olives, onion, roasted capsicum, Napoli

Seafood Risotto

calamari, scallops, prawns, fish, mussel, Napoli

Dessert

Tiramasu Terrine

saviordi biscuit, coffee, mascarpone, marsala, chocolate sauce

Bread and Butter Pudding

mixed fruit, cinnamon, caramel sauce, cream and icecream

Nutella Calzone

sticky exploding chocolatey treat, icecream

Pannacotta

vanilla and Frangelico on ginger toffee bisucuit crumb, banofee gelati

Zeppole

ricotta filled doughnuts, cinnamon, maple syrup, caramel sauce

Gelati

choice of 2 scoops – please ask your waiter the flavours of the day

Affogato

espresso, ice cream and a shot

Pizza Speciality

REGULAR PIZZA

6 SLICES

MEDIUM PIZZA

8 SLICES

FAMILY PIZZA

12 SLICES

BBQ Chicken

roasted chicken, onion, capsicum, mushroom

Quattro Carne

beef, bacon, ham, pepperoni, bbq sauce

FettucinI Verdura V

mushrooms, olives, onions, capsicums, napoli

The Spud

bacon, potato, onion, mango chutney, cream cheese

Honey Chicken

chicken, bacon, fetta, onion, rocket, honey mayo

Zucca V

honey pumpkin, spinach, feta, pinenuts

Sneaky Extra Pizza - The Bastardo Grasso

7 meat bbq pizza: lamb, chicken, prosciutto, ham, beef, pepperoni, bacon, bbq, cream cheese, mozzarella and napoli, add $5 (don’t tell anyone ok?)

Super Works

ham, capsicum, onion, mushroom, pepperoni, Kalamata olives, semi-dried tomato, eggplant, beef, oregano

The Italian

pepperoni, artichoke, semi-dried tomato, anchovy, olive

The Wog

prosciutto, bocconcini, pine nuts, semi-dried tomato

Sweet Chilli Chicken

pepperoni, pineapple, capsicum, onion, sweet chilli

Maryhada

lamb, potato, pumpkin, onion, feta

Qld’er

prawns, feta, tomato, spinach, aioli

Ze usual Duck

confit duck, pine nuts, rocket, fetta, red onion, pumpkin, honey mayo, mango chutney

Pizza Original

all pizza served with tomato sauce & mozzarella, bases & breads made fresh & hand rolled every day (half / half is ok all sizes, no charge) 1 change free, then $2 per change (more for seafood) GF bases available in regular size add $3

REGULAR PIZZA

6 SLICES

MEDIUM PIZZA

8 SLICES

FAMILY PIZZA

12 SLICES

Hawaiian

ham and pineapple

Sweet Potato V

eggplant, sweet potato, cream cheese, mixed herbs

Vegie Classic V

capsicum, onion, mushroom, pineapple, olive

Capriciosa

ham, capsicum, mushroom, onion, olive, anchovy

Margherita V

pesto, mozzarella, herbs

Aussie

ham, onion, bacon, egg

Pepperoni

onion, capsicum, ham, pepperoni

The Works

ham, capsicum, onion, mushroom, olive, ground beef, optional anchovy

Giselle’s Waterloo

gorgonzola, prosciutto, rocket (no tomato base)

Mains

Garlic/Chili Prawns/Mussels - Seafood Pot

old style garlic or chili prawns or mussels (1 dozen) served on fettucini with your choice of side: vegies, DFP or salad

Bistecca Con Aglio

300 gram rib fillet, cream garlic sauce with your choice of side: vegies, DFP or salad

Confit Duck

oven baked duck leg with orange marmalade on creamy mushroom fettucine

Pork Cutlet

300gm Barker’s Creek OP cutlet twice baked and served with a three cheese penne, rocket and truffle oil

Giant Polpetta

pork and fennel root meatballs (2) in a rose tomato sauce on fettucini

Drinks

We are licenced and BYO, and sell a small range of Beer, Wine, Spirits and Cocktails. The BWS is only 30 metres from our door, please BYO if you’d like to, corkage is only $4 per bottle.