Zanellis Italian Restaurant in Rotorua Menu

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Minestra del giorno $10.20
- soup of the day.
Brushetta gamberoni con salsa di pomodoro $19.40
- prawns/grilled ciabatta/ wilted spinach/ basil aioli.
Carpaccio $17.30
- Thinly sliced Eye Fillet/ Capers/ Parmesan Shavings/ lemon juice and Olive Oil dressing.
Cozze al Forno $16.30
- Fresh new Zealand Green Lip mussels/ Spicy crumb gratin.
Salmone con Polenta $16.30
- Pan fried Calamari/ Green Salad/ Salsa Verde Sauce.
Pettinidi con bocconici e pomodoro $17.30
- Seared Scallops/ Lightly Roasted Tomato/ Bocconcini/ Fresh Basil/ Balsamic dressing.
Salmone affumicato $17.30
- Hot Smoked Salmon/ White bean & Parmesan Fritter/ Capsicum salad/ Sundried Tomato Pesto.
Insalata di frutta a guscio e formaggio blue $16.30
- Roasted Almonds, Hazelnuts, Pinenuts and Walnuts/ Mesculin Greens/ Blue Cheese Dressing.

Bistecca $35.30
- Grilled Eye Fillet/ Rosemary Potatoes/ Port Sauce.
Bovine filetto con Prosciutto e Masala $33.80
- Tender Veal Fillet/ Rosemary Potatoes/ Prosciutto & Masala Cream Sauce.
Pollo con Funghi e Spinaci i $32.30
- Grilled Chicken Breast/ Rosemary Potatoes/Mushroom, Spinach & Tomato Salsa.
Filetto di Agnello $35.30
- Grilled Lamb Fillet/ Rosemary Potatoes/ Vine Tomato/ Red wine & Mint Sauce.
Pesce del giorno $35.30
- Fresh seasonal Fish/ White Wine Risotto/ Lemon & Caper Vinaigrette.

Gelato $9.70
- Gelato - Zanellis own rich and creamy hand-made icecream, made on the premises, with an interesting twist to taste! Two scoops per serve - some flavours contain alcohol.*Flavours may change without notice, please ask your server. (Subject to availability).Hazelnut & Hazelnut & Almond*/Licorice/Hokey Pokey/Dark Chocolate/White Chocolate. >>
Tiramisu $12.80
- Our famous rich coffee and brandy flavoured Marscarpone Crème, layered with delicate Savoirdi fingers. (When available, alcohol content).
Torta di Cioccolato $12.80
- Moist, rich dark Chocolate Cake, drizzled with Chocolate Sauce, Whipped Cream and Fruit Garnish. (Warm dessert).
Panna Cotta $12.80
- Mascarpone and vanilla Panna Cotta served with Fresh fruit and a Blueberry compote.
Affogatto al Café $12.80
- Single espresso coffee with a nip of Kahlua liqueur poured over Cappuccino Gelato, garnished with Savoirdi Fingers and selection of fresh fruit. (Cold dessert, alcohol content).

Spaghetti con Ragu alla Bolognese $22.50
- Spaghetti/ Pork, Beef & Tomato Ragu.
Spaghetti alla Marinara $25.50
- Spaghetti/ Selection of fresh seafood/ lightly spiced Tomato sauce.
Spaghetti Pomodoro $21.50
- Spaghetti/ Classic Zanelli's Tomato sauce.
Lasagne al Forno $23.50
- Baked/ Egg Pasta Layers/ Classic Zanelli's Meat Sauce/ Mozzarella & Cottage Cheese.
Fettuccine alla Gorgonzola e Capperi ante $24.50
- Egg Fettuccine/ diced Scallops/ Sundried Tomatoes/Broccoli florets/ Capers/ Creamy Blue cheese sauce.
Fettucine con Gamberi e Pollo $24.50
- Egg Fettuccine/ Chicken/ Bacon/ Shrimp/ Creamy Tomato sauce.
Linguine Mare Monti $24.50
- Pan-seared Prawns/ Mushrooms/ Onion, garlic & Chilli/ Olive Oil drizzle.
Penne alla Salmone $23.50
- Smoked Salmon/ Capers/ Spinach & garlic Cream Sauce.
Rissotto $25.50
- Wine Risotto/ Mushroom/ Chorizo Sausage .
Cannelloni $23.50
- Chicken liver pate filling/ Ground salami/ Spinach/ Cottage cheese Pomodoro, Parmesan gratin.

Garlic and Parsley $6.10
Sundried Tomato & Almond Pesto $6.10
Chili and Tomato with Garlic $6.10
Black Olive Paste $6.10
Basil Pesto $6.10
- (Multiple selection available).

Rosemary Potatoes $6.10
Vegetables of the Day $6.10
Marinated Olives $6.10
Garden Salads (2 sizes) $11.20 or $6.10

Nearby Sample Menus

Additional toppings primo $5.00
- Mozzarella, prosciutto, chicken, salami, anchovies, ricotta, Italian chorizo, bacon
Pollo Alla Parmigiana $29.50
- Crumbed chicken breast, wood fired oven roasted topped with Napoletana sauce and mozzarella served on bed wood fired oven roasted vegetables, polenta, porcini and basil pesto
Garlic focaccia $13.00
- Wood fired baked pizza bread with garlic, mozzarella and truffle oil(v)
Linguine Siciliana $24.50
- Freshly made linguine pasta tossed in anchovies and seafood, mussels with lemon infused olive oil, herbs and Napoletana sauce
Prosciutto with buffalo mozzarella $13.50
- Oven toasted bread with prosciutto, buffalo mozzarella, olive oil and grossing
Affogato $12.50
- 2 scoops of vanilla gelato served with chocolate flakes and the shot of espresso coffee
Marinated Olives $6.50
- Bowl of homemade marinated mixed olives. (v)
L’Italia $15.50
- Coz lettuce, cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, buffalo mozzarella, focaccia croutons, drizzled with olive oil and seasonings. (v)

Potato Gratin $7.00
Parfait of chicken livers with port, citrus and coriander $15.00
Thyme Roasted Gourmet Potatoes $7.00
Steamed Seasonal Vegetables (ask your server) $7.00
Creamy brie, smoked cheddar, double cream blue with crostini, fig and almond cake, water crackers and muscatel cluster $26.00
Vegetarian Flavours $25.00
- Wontons, crumbed mushrooms, broccoli and cheese bites
Char grilled breads, chutneys, balsamic cream and olive oil $14.00
Crispy Fries $7.00

Ediballs for two packs $3.00/ $5.00
Grilled Wedges $4.90
Cookie Fix $2.00
Brave Beef $5.00
Garden (V) Salad $8.90/ $7.90
- Regular/ Petita
Chicken Caesar Salad $12.50/ $10.50
- Regular/ Petita
Chicken Caesar Pita $11.50/ $9.50
- Regula/ Petita
Pita Chips and Dip $3.90

Bacon and Eggs $10.00
- Honey cured streaky bacon, eggs any style, toasted focaccia, whipped butter
Mediterranean lamb meatballs $18.00
- Grilled lamb meatballs, feta, aged cheddar, parmesan, wilted spinach, puttanesca sauce
Chicken pappardelle $17.50
- Fresh pappardelle, diced chicken, mushroom, bacon, garlic cream sauce
Greek $ 16.50
- Semi dried tomato, feta, artichoke, olive, caper berry, capsicum, pickled onion, fresh tomato Add Chicken $3.00 >>
Hot Tasters Plate $17.00
- Chicken wings, prawn twisters, pork ribs
Pork Schnitzel $18.00
- Japanese crumbed pork loin, pineapple, mozzarella, bacon, tomato , mesculin
Vegetarian $17.00
- Sautéed mushroom, semi dried tomato, feta, spinach, toasted pine‐nut
Snapper sliders (3) $18.00
- salad mix, watercress, aioli

Arabian $18.00
- Spinach, mushroom, onions, capsicum, cream cheese, olives, chicken, topped with sweet chilli.
Garlic cheese bread $4.50 each
Ali Baba $16.00
- A delicious combination of coconut cream, harissa, cream cheese, mushrooms, onions, spinach, garlic chilli pickle, and your choice of lamb, chicken, or falafel. Served with fresh salad.
Tunisian $16.00
- Flavoursome cream sauce, spinach, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, garlic, feta cheese, with your choice of lamb, chicken, falafel cooked risotto style and served with a fresh side salad.
Sahara $18.00
- Spinach, Sun-dried tomatoes, Jalapeños, cream cheese, prawns, olives, topped with sweet chilli.
Traditional $16.00
- Spicy cream sauce, spinach, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, garlic and your choice of lamb, chicken, falafel. Served with fresh salad.
Sultan $18.00
- Onions, mushrooms, cream cheese, apricots, chicken, topped with sweet chilli.
Najem $18.00
- Garlic chilli pickle, mushrooms, onions, marinated capsicum, capers, olives, cream cheese, chicken, topped with sweet chilli.

Breads & Spreads $13.90
- A mixture of freshly baked breads lightly toasted. Served with Dips of the Day. Serves 2 people.
Vegetarian Nachos (Large) $16.90
- Toasted corn chips with Hennessy’s tomato salsa & beans topped with melted cheese & sour cream.
Fresh NZ Green Lipped Mussels $19.90
- Steamed in white wine & garlic. Served with toasted bread. Depends on availability.
2 Eggs or Gravy $4.00
Granny Malone’s Bread & butter Pudding $9.90
- Traditional Bread & Butter pudding layered with sultanas & Blueberries. Topped with whipped cream.
Fish Burger $21.90
- Fresh NZ Dory in a tempura batter, cheese, lettuce, tomato & salad drizzled with tartare sauce, fresh lemon & fries.
Loaded Wedges (Large) $18.90
- Seasoned wedges with crispy smoked bacon, melted cheese & sour cream.
Mini Beef Burger $9.90
- With golden fries, melted cheese & ketchup.

nine $28.00
Rockin' Ribeye $38.00
- 300gram premium-aged ribeye, cooked how you like it. Served with sauteed onions, buffalo chips, Lone Star coleslaw and your choice of steak sauce.
Chips $9.00
- Also available as a vegetarian option with a lentil, pea and kumara pattie
Midnight Nachos $19.00
- Corn chips topped with our famous spicy bean mix, with your choice of chicken, beef or both. Topped with grilled cheese and finished with salsa, sour cream and jalapeños.
Huckleberry Hound Dawg $11.00
- Frankie frankfurter in a bun with cheese.
Stir Crazy Sirloin $34.00
- 250gram premium-aged sirloin, cooked how you like it. Served with sauteed onions, buffalo chips, Lone Star coleslaw and your choice of steak sauce.
The Milky Bar Pud $12.00
- White chocolate and buttermilk pudding. Served hot with butterscotch sauce, white chocolate sauce and vanilla bean ice cream.

Green lip mussels $16.00/$23.00
- steamed in white wine & garlic and fresh herbs w olive oil & sea salt toasted ciabatta/ENTREE/MAIN
Baked paprika & sea salt wedges $8.00
- w ketchup or aioli
Seasonal salad w pomegranate vinaigrette $8.00
Pulled lamb salad, slow cooked lamb $19.50
- w grilled halloumi, honey glazed baby beetroot, pomegranate seeds, snow peas, baby spinach and finished with pomegranate & lower oil vinaigrette
Steak open sandwich $19.50
- w bacon, beer & hoisin braised onions, smoked cheddar, tomato, mayo and salad greens >>
Crum bed chicken strips w ketchup $10.00
Farro & pearl barley risotto $19.00
- w lemon poached chicken, sauteed mushroom medley, and baby spinach
Chicken schnitzel $18.00
- w baked paprika & sea salt wedges ketchup, thousand island dipping sauce, and salad greens

Cereal Breakfast $8.00
- with fruit & toast
Beef Croquettes & Chips $14.50
Omelette $14.50
BBQ Beef Bacon Burger with Chips $15.50
Panini $9.50
- w Beef or Pork or Salmon from
Toast & Spreads $6.50
Roast Vege & Feta Salad $13.50
Vega Breakfast $14.50

Chicken McBites® - 10 piece pack n/a
- Get them while they're hot. Our legendary, super-tasty chicken mcbites are the perfect side to any meal. We only use the highest quality chicken
Chicken McWrap® Caesar - Grilled n/a
- Introducing the new delicious Chicken Caesar McWrap®, with grilled 100% NZ chicken, tasty bacon pieces, shaved parmesan and crisp iceberg lettuce drizzled with creamy Caesar sauce all wrapped up in a warmed tortilla and ready to eat on the go
Chicken McWrap® Caesar - Crispy n/a
- Introducing the new delicious Chicken Caesar McWrap®, with crispy 100% NZ chicken, tasty bacon pieces, shaved parmesan and crisp iceberg lettuce drizzled with creamy Caesar sauce all wrapped up in a warmed tortilla and ready to eat on the go
Sausage & Egg McMuffin n/a
- A hard-hitting combo of egg, a beef sausage patty and melting slice of cheese on a classic English Muffin. Served warm and tasty
Chicken 'n' Mayo n/a
- Enjoy mouth watering crispy-coated chicken with crunchy, fresh iceberg lettuce and cool delicious mayo, all within a tasty bun
Bacon & Cheese Sauce Loaded Fries n/a
- Enjoy our legendary super-tasty fries loaded up with tasty cheese and bacon. These toppings really bring your fries to life
Chick'n McCheese n/a
- A delicious combination of crispy coated chicken, lettuce, cheese, ketchup and mayonnaise
Hotcakes n/a
- Start your day the McDonald's® way. Enjoy the great feeling of pouring sweet syrup over melting whipped butter. Watch while it seeps between the layers of fluffy, warm hotcakes for a soft, sweet and delicious breakfast

French Toast $12.00
- With cinnamon, nutmeg and topped with maple syrup and banana (Add bacon $3.00)
Potato & Salmon Stack $13.00
- Two hash browns, salmon, cream cheese, baby rocket leaves and fresh herbs. (Add egg $2.00)
Eggs on Toast $10.00
- Your style of 3 eggs on toasted grain or ciabatta
Smoked salmon, cream cheese and capers $10.00
Open Steak Sandwich $16.00
- Scotch fillet with ciabatta bread, aioli, caramelised onions, rocket and grilled tomato. Served with fries (add cheese $2.00)
Creamy Bacon and Mushroom $10.00
- Streaky bacon in a rich creamy mushroom sauce served on toasted ciabatta
Toasted 'Sammies' or Panini 'Sammie' $7 / Panini $8
- Choose 3 fillings: Ham, onion, mushrooms, tomato, cheese, egg, pinappple
Cream cheese and jam $8.00

Mixed $ 10.50
Salad $16.00
- Enjoy fresh salad vegetables served with your choice of lamb, chicken, or falafel and any 3 sauces. As well as Ali Baba’s warm garlic and olive oil dressing. You can also choose to have olives, capers, Jalapeños, and capsicum on top of your salad
Medina $18.00
- Capsicum, cheese, mushrooms, onions, cream cheese, capers, olives, chicken, topped with sweet chili
Traditional $16.00
- Spicy cream sauce, spinach, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, garlic and your choice of lamb, chicken, falafel. Served with fresh salad
Kashrut $16.00
- Your choice of lamb, chicken, or Falafel cooked with tomatoes, herbs, spinach, mushrooms, onions, Berber spices, wrapped in the thin Kebab bread with olives, mozzarella, and cream cheeses and baked in Ali Baba’s oven. Topped with garlic mayonnaise and sweet chili sauces and served with a fresh side salad
Sahara $18.00
- Spinach, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Jalapeños, cream cheese, prawns, olives, topped with sweet chili
Najem $18.00
- Garlic chili pickle, mushrooms, onions, marinated capsicum, capers, olives, cream cheese, chicken, topped with sweet chili
Lamb $ 9.50

Margherita $16.00
- Tomato sauce - mozzarella - basil - olive oil
Burrata Platter $23.00
- dreamy fresh cheese that consist of a mozzarella pouch, rather than a ball, filled with a delicate milky mousseserved with focaccia, oven roasted vegetables and cured meat
Cotto E Funghi $20.00
- Tomato sauce - mozzarella - cooked ham - mushrooms
Contadina $22.00
- mozzarella - spinach - pork sausage- spinach- chilly- oregano
Del Pastore $21.50
- mozzarella - provolone cheese - pancetta
Mantovana $20.00
- Mozzarella - blue cheese - walnuts
Trentina $22.50
- mozzarella- mascarpone cheese- italian prosciutto
Profumata $22.50
- Mozzarella - provolone cheese - mushrooms - rocket

Sausage $3.00
Friday Boil up $12.00
Thursday Curry $7.00/$9.00
24B Burger $16.00
Kiwi Gold breakfast $19.00
- bacon, 2x sausages, egg hash brown tomato mushrooms baked beans or spaghetti on toast
Garlic Steak and Mushroom $11.00
Cheese & Bacon Burger $9.00
Add Scotch Steak $6.00

Fried rice veg/egg $9.00
Indian thali meal - veg $10.00
- rice, two veg curries, 1 roti, pappadum and pickle
Palak paneer $14.50
- fresh spinach cooked with cottage cheese in special gravy finished with cream
Mutton dosa $13.00
- stuffed dosa with mutton and potato masala
Chicken korma $15.50
- a mild creamy rich curry with cashew paste, cream and coconut milk powder
Creamy mushroom $13.50
- mushroom cooked in special creamy sauce
Plain dosa $10.00
- light and crispy crepe made from rice and urid lentil mix flour
Chappathi $2.00