Zio's Italian Kitchen
14915 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77090 (281) 872-5333Main
Appetizers
a generous portion of tender calamari fried until crispy and golden brown then dusted with italian spices. served with house marinara and garlic basil aioli.
creamy mozzarella rolled in our specially seasoned bread crumbs, fried to a golden brown and served with our marinara dipping sauce. perfect for kids or for the kid at heart.
a warm blend of cheese, spinach, artichoke hearts and bacon, baked in our brick oven and served with italian flat bread. guest favorites
vine-fresh roma tomatoes are chopped together with fresh basil and tossed in extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic dressing. Served with grilled toast points lightly sprinkled with havarti cheese then melted in our own brick oven.
Six slices of our table bread brushed with garlic butter then generously topped with a mixture of our house blend of herbs and spices, mozzarella and smoked provolone cheese toasted in our brick ovens and finished with parmesean cheese.
perfect for sharing. our fried mozzarella, fried italian chicken fingers and fried zucchini, served with marinara dipping sauce and creamy horseradish sauce. guest favorites
ribbons of fresh zucchini hand-breaded in our seasoned italian breadcrumbs and fried golden brown. served with a creamy horseradish sauce.
a blend of five cheeses and italian herbs baked in our brick oven, topped with kalamata olive relish and served with toast for spreading.
homemade pizza bread stuffed with pepperoni and three cheeses, served with marinara sauce.
Homemade Soups & Salads
tender grilled chicken breast or parmesan-crusted chicken breast sliced on top of crisp romaine lettuce tossed with shredded parmesan cheese, fresh caesar dressing and homemade croutons. guest favorites
grilled salmon fillet served on top of mixed greens, chopped roma tomatoes, shredded parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini and homemade croutons served with your favorite dressing.
tender grilled chicken breast or parmesan-crusted chicken breast sliced on top of mixed greens, chopped roma tomatoes, shredded parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini and homemade croutons served with your favorite dressing. guest favorites
fresh mixed greens are chopped and tossed with a tender diced grilled chicken breast, roasted red peppers, crispy prosciutto ham and gorgonzola cheese, then tossed in raspberry walnut vinaigrette dressing. drizzled with buttermilk cream and finished with
grilled salmon fillet served on top of crisp romaine lettuce tossed with shredded parmesan cheese, fresh caesar dressing and homemade croutons.
a rich blend of tomatoes, garlic, onions, dill, fresh spinach and heavy cream. garnished with homemade croutons.
homemade, signature soups that our chefs create from scratch each day. ask your server for details on today’s selection.
Calzones & Sandwiches
our enormous “knife and fork” calzones are made to order with our house-made pizza dough in our brick oven and served with vine-fresh marinara sauce. all sandwiches are served with your choice of pasta.
grilled chicken breast, sauteed onions, red and green bell peppers, topped with melted smoked provolone cheese and tomato sauce.
salami, ham, smoked provolone and havarti cheeses, crisp lettuce, tomatoes and our own homemade kalamata olive aioli spread.
four large meatballs simmered in tomato sauce, topped with grilled peppers, onions and melted mozzarella cheese.
sweet italian sausage, cheddar and smoked provolone cheese, pepperoni, ham, red onions, green peppers and fresh mushrooms.
sliced chicken breast, pepperoni, havarti cheese, mushrooms and onions
chicken, shrimp, mozzarella cheese, fresh spinach and bacon.
House Specialties
add your choice of a small bowl of either of our house-made soups or a house italian or caesar side salad for only 1.99 with any entree.
tender chicken breasts are lightly breaded then sauteed with mushrooms, artichoke hearts, prosciutto ham and capers, then finished in a lemon, white wine and butter pan sauce and served over angel hair pasta and fresh baby spinach.
hand-cut, farm-raised, 8 oz. fresh salmon fillet is grilled to perfection then served with a generous portion of buttery, rosemary mashed potatoes and market fresh vegetables. your salmon can be served brushed with garlic butter or a delicious red grape b
baby scallops, tender shrimp and delicate calamari sauteed in garlic butter, red pepper flakes and white wine, tossed with fettuccine in a creamy alfredo sauce sprinkled with green onions and fresh roma tomatoes
sauteed shrimp, artichoke hearts, fresh mushrooms and diced tomatoes in lemon cream sauce, served with angel hair pasta. guest favorites
an italian classic. tender chicken breasts, grilled then topped with a pan sauce of shallots, mushrooms and marsala wine. served with a generous portion of homemade buttery, rosemary mashed potatoes.
tender sauteed chicken breasts and succulent shrimp with garlic, chopped parsley and basil served over angel hair pasta in a creamy white wine and lemon sauce, with roma tomatoes and mushrooms on a bed of fresh spinach.
Zio’s Classic Recipes
add your choice of a small bowl of either of our house-made soups or a house italian or caesar side salad for only 1.99 with any entree. all sandwiches are served with your choice of pasta.
sliced chicken breast, garlic, red pepper flakes and basil sauteed in olive oil, then tossed with fresh roma tomatoes, parmesan and linguine.
tri-colored pasta rings stuffed with ricotta cheese, served on linguine and topped with alfredo sauce and a grilled chicken breast.
our homemade artichoke spinach sauce, tossed with sliced chicken breast, bacon, fresh roma tomatoes and penne pasta guest favorites
sliced chicken breast and garlic sauteed in olive oil with kalamata olives, red pepper flakes, green onions and fresh oregano, tossed with penne pasta, fresh roma tomatoes and feta cheese.
lightly breaded chicken breasts, pan sauteed in olive oil, topped with garden fresh basil, vine-fresh marinara and mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
chicken, pepperoni, grilled peppers and onions, fresh mushrooms, black olives and red pepper flakes, sauteed then tossed with penne pasta, marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
cheese-stuffed pasta served on a bed of linguine with your choice of tomato sauce, alfredo sauce, or both.
sliced chicken breast, sauteed with fresh mushrooms and green onions tossed with fettuccine alfredo. guest favorites
create your very own pasta dish by choosing one of our pastas and adding any of our made-fresh-daily sauces. choose from these pastas: spaghetti, fettuccine, angel hair, penne and linguine select your made-fresh-daily sauce: marinara, tomato, alfredo, sp
add meat: chicken, sausage or meatballs
tender chicken breast sliced and sauteed, then tossed with linguine, bacon, roma tomatoes, spicy tomato alfredo sauce and topped with tri–colored tortilla strips. guest favorites
our homemade tomato sauce with meatballs, italian sausage and sliced chicken breast served over spaghetti.
shrimp sauteed in olive oil, garlic and red pepper flakes, then tossed with marinara sauce and served over angel hair pasta.
our homemade tomato sauce with meatballs served over spaghetti.
Baked Pastas
add your choice of a small bowl of either of our house-made soups or a house italian or caesar side salad for only 1.99 with any entree.
zio’s signature lasagna. seven handmade layers loaded with fresh ricotta cheese, sliced meatballs and italian sausage, smothered with our own homemade meat sauce. smaller lunch portion available until 4pm for 7.39. guest favorites
five layers of hand-built to order, fabulous lasagna loaded with grilled zucchini, summer squash, caramelized red onions with fresh sauteed mushrooms, creamy ricotta cheese, vine-fresh marinara sauce and topped with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
sliced chicken breast and spinach filling wrapped in pasta shells, covered in alfredo sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese and baked.
ricotta and romano cheese wrapped in pasta shells, covered with our house-made tomato sauce and layered with alfredo and melted mozzarella cheese.
our signature lasagna covered with hearty meat sauce, served side-by-side with our popular chicken parmigiana.
Brick Oven Pizzas
hand-tossed dough and baked in our own brick-ovens. make any of our 8" pizzas a shareable 12" for an additional 2.99
hand-tossed pizza dough brushed with extra virgin olive oil, layered with mozzarella cheese, freshly sliced roma tomatoes and garden fresh basil
rich tomato sauce, sliced chicken breast, bacon and fresh tomatoes, plus smoked provolone, mozzarella, cheddar and monterey jack cheese
rich tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and pepperoni, please.
creamy alfredo sauce, mozzarella and smoked gouda cheese, sliced chicken breast, bacon, fresh mushrooms, spinach and fresh roma tomatoes.
creamy artichoke spinach sauce, featuring bacon, is topped with sliced chicken breast, fresh tomatoes, artichokes, mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
create your own specialty pizza from any of our sauces and 3 toppings.
pepperoni, ham, italian sausage, grilled chicken breast, sauteed shrimp, canadian bacon, sauteed scallops, bacon, anchovies, extra cheese, feta cheese, fresh roma tomatoes, jalapenos, red onions, black olives, artichoke hearts, green olives, pineapple, re
tomato sauce, pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, red onions, black olives and mozzarella cheese.
Desserts
your favorite is back! a thick layer of vanilla ice cream, chocolate syrup and whipped topping sandwiched in oreo cookie crumbs and topped with hot fudge sauce guest favorites
espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with rich mascarpone cream, lightly dusted with cocoa and served on a chilled plate with fudge and caramel glazing
rich, smooth and creamy. topped with fresh strawberry puree
moist chocolate fudge cake layered with creamy chocolate mousse and chocolate icing. served on a bed of dark and white chocolate cream.
light and creamy panna cotta custard flavored with our italian lavazza espresso. served in a latte cup with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings on top.
moist sponge cake and fresh whipped cream hand-layered to order and topped with zio’s homemade vanilla cream sauce and dark chocolate shavings.
Zio’s Kid’s Menu
include your child's choice of soft drink.
creamy, dreamy traditional cheese sauce over tender elbow macaroni.
our homemade tomato sauce with meatballs served over spaghetti.
fettuccine noodles tossed with our creamy, white alfredo sauce.
two slices white sandwich bread toasted golden brown with melted american cheese, served with waffle fries on the side.
tender chicken breast strips are breaded and fried golden brown, served with waffle fries on the side.
our brick oven pizza crust, topped with our homemade marinara sauce and lots of mozzarella cheese.
ricotta cheese stuffed ravioli served with your choice of tomato sauce or alfredo sauce.
Caffe
the ritual of lingering over a cup of cappucino or espresso to enjoy with dessert or by itself is very important in italian culture. choose your favorite flavoring to add to your coffee experience: hazelnut, vanilla or mocha.
a shot of espresso with steamed milk. takes its name from its brown color, which matches the habits worn by the capucin monks in italy.
a shot of espresso topped with lots of hot milk
a straight shot of espresso. in italy, espressos are enjoyed at any time of the day, but particularly after a meal.
Beverages
sparkling natural mineral water
natural spring water
