The Express Restaurant- Italian Eatery Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to The Express Restaurant - Italian Eatery, a delightful culinary escape nestled in Burlington, Ontario. This charming eatery is renowned for its authentic Italian flavors that transport your taste buds straight to Italy. The menu boasts an enticing selection, featuring Antipasti like the crispy Calamari Fritti and savory Hot Steamed Mussels, which exemplify the restaurant's commitment to fresh, quality ingredients.
Each dish is a celebration of flavors, with standouts such as the Mare Monte, a heavenly fusion of sautéed shrimp and rich goat cheese sauce, and traditional bruschetta that’s a fan favorite. The atmosphere is inviting, making it perfect for family gatherings or romantic dinners. Patrons rave about the friendly service and extensive drink menu, including bold wines and refreshing cocktails.
For those seeking both comfort and sophistication, The Express Restaurant is your go-to destination, offering exceptional dining experiences that keep customers returning for more.
ALLERGIES AND INTOLERANCES
Allergies And Intolerances
Menu descriptions do not include every ingredient, please specify of any food allergies or dietary restrictions in special instructions when placing the order
Charcuterie Board
Meat Cheese Bread. Serves 2
Pepperoncino Jar (500 Ml)
In house spicy pepper oil packed in a mason jar.
Specials
Antipasti
Bread, Butter And Olives
A loaf of our signature baguette with whipped butter, olives and our in house pepperoncino
Soup Of The Day
Chef's creation
Country -Style Bruschetta
Toasted bread topped with diced tomatoes, onions, oregano, garlic, parmesan and balsamic glaze.
Hot Steamed Mussels
Fresh PEI mussels steamed in your choice of tomato sauce or white wine and lemon sauce.
Mare Monte
A delicious combination of sautéed shrimp with mushrooms and spinach served in a white wine, goat cheese lemon sauce atop fresh crostini.
Grilled Marinated Calamari
Calamari grilled on our open grill set atop a bed of crisp mixed greens with aioli dipping sauce
Calamari Fritti
Crispy calamari accompanied with a side arrabbiatta dipping sauce and garlic aioli.
Seasoned Tossed Greens
Green leaf and radicchio tossed in our signature balsamic vinaigrette
Classic Caesar
Romaine leaves, creamy garlic dressing, asiago and garlic croutons
Grilled Vegetable Salad
Grilled zucchini, peppers and eggplant with seasoned tossed greens and our balsamic vinaigrette topped with goat cheese and sun dried tomato drizzle.
Tomato Bocconcini Salad
Fresh tomato & bocconcini with basil served with greens tossed in our signature balsamic vinaigrette
Insalate
Grilled Panini
Vegetariana Panini
Grilled & marinated eggplant, zucchini & peppers with goat cheese & pesto mayo
Pollo Fresco Panini
Marinated chicken breast, spinach, green peppers, parmesan, pepperoncino and mozzarella cheese
Prosciutto Classico Panini
Thinly sliced aged prosciutto, sliced tomato, lettuce, roasted peppers and bocconcini
Chicken Parmigiana Panini
Breaded chicken cutlet, tomato sauce, parmesan & mozzarella
Steak Panini
Thinly sliced steak, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, sautéed onions & peppers
Cheese Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce and mozzarella
Pepperoni Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella and pepperoni.
Bianca Alla Patate
Thin crust with garlic oil, mozzarella, thinly sliced potatoes, rosemary and sun dried tomato drizzle.
Margherita Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, bocconcini, oregano, garlic and basil drizzle.
Canadiana Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, mushrooms and peppers
La Diavola Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, hot Italian sausage and our famous in-house pepperoncino.
Charred Veggie Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, spinach, mushrooms, goat cheese, grilled zucchini, eggplant and peppers
Chicken Pesto Pizza
Thin crust with tomato and basil pesto sauce blend, mozzarella, chicken breast, red onions and mushrooms.
Quattro Stagioni Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, artichokes, black olives and mushrooms.
Tutta Carne Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage, pancetta, prosciutto & pepperoni
Stone Oven Pizzas (All our pizzas are 12 inches and 8 slices)
Stone Oven Calzones
Pepperoni Calzone
Tomato sauce, mozzarella and pepperoni.
La Diavola Calzone
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, hot Italian sausage and in-house pepperoncino.
Charred Veggie Calzone
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spinach, mushrooms, goat cheese, grilled zucchini, eggplant and peppers
Tutta Carne Calzone
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage, pancetta, prosciutto and pepperoni
Spaghetti In Tomato Sauce
Classic Tomato Sauce
Spaghetti Agli Olio Pepperoncino
Garlic sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, paprika and our famous in-house pepperoncino
Penne All'Arrabbiatta
Tomato sauce, sautéed garlic and pepperoncino.
Penne Rose
Fettuccine Alfredo
Classic white wine cream reduction.
Spaghetti Primavera
Freshly sautéed zucchini, peppers and onion tossed in a light white wine, garlic and sun-dried tomato and basil sauce
Penne Bolognese
Freshly ground pork, beef & veal simmered in a rich hearty tomato sauce
Fettuccine Pesto
In-House Fettucine tossed in basil pesto sauce topped with sprinkled goat cheese.
Spaghetti Con Polpette
Freshly ground pork, beef and veal meatballs (4) tossed in our fresh tomato sauce
Penne Alla Carbonara
Pancetta, black pepper & parmesan in an egg yolk cream sauce
Gnocchi Rosé
Potato gnocchi tossed in a subtle mix of tomato and alfredo sauce.
Spaghetti Alla Milanese
Shrimp sautéed with olive oil, garlic, onions and diced tomatoes served in a white wine lemon reduction.
Spaghetti Allo Scoglio
Mussels, calamari, and shrimp served in your choice of tomato or white wine & lemon sauce.
Risotto Funghi
Italian Arborio rice enveloped with sautéed mushrooms & a mixture of butter and Parmigiano-Reggino cheese
Chicken Tetrazzini
In-house Fettuccine tossed with Chicken, baby spinach, mushrooms & peppers in a classic creamy Alfredo sauce
Ravioli Al Brasato Di Manzo
Braised beef ravioli with sautéed mushrooms, onions and rosemary tossed in a red wine Demi glace reduction.
Pastas
Entrées
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded chicken breast served on a bed of classic tomato sauce & topped with melted mozzarella served with a side spaghetti in tomato/basil sauce
Salmone Alla Romana
Pan seared salmon steak topped with basil pesto and fresh lemon wedges accompanied served on a bed of seasonal vegetables
Lamb Shank
Slowly braised 8 oz. lamb shank in a reduction of red winė, mirepoix and fresh herbs served with a side of mashed potatoes
Almond Biscotti (8 Pieces)
Chocolate Brownie
Vegan and gluten free
Caramel Carrot Cheesecake
Fresh cheesecake layered with chunks of carrot cake and caramel
Tiramisu
Savoiardi cookies dipped in espresso līqueur, topped with mascarpone cream
Dessert
Kids' Menu
Penne With Butter (Kids)
Spaghetti Aglio-Olio (Kids)
Spaghetti With Tomato Sauce (Kids)
Fettuccini Alfredo (Kids)
Penne Bolognese (Kids)
Cheese Pizza
Thin crust with tomato sauce and mozzarella
Pepperoncino (2oz.)
Hot Chilli Oil
Parmesan Cheese (2oz.)
Balsamic Glaze (2oz.)
Balsamic Vinegrette (2oz.)
Salad Dressing
Pesto Mayo (2oz.)
In-house pesto mayo dip