Moroso Italian Ristorante - Waco Texas

Authentic Italian

OUR DINNER MENU

As the sun sets, our Dinner Menu takes center stage, offering a symphony of flavors that celebrate the artistry of Italian cooking. From indulgent pasta creations to wood-fired pizzas, every dish is a masterpiece that tells a story of passion and tradition.

SMALL PLATES

  • Wood Fired Artisan Bread $6

    garlic infused evoo, rosemary, parmesan, served with marinara

  • Brussel Sprouts (GF) $8

    flash fried, tossed in a honey calabrian glaze

  • Bruschetta $12

    toasted crostini, whipped ricotta, roasted baby heirloom tomatoes, basil, garlic, evoobalsamic reduction

  • Calamari Fritta (GF) $16

    flash fried calamari, pepperoncinni, lemon, tarragon aioli

  • Arancini $14

    fried risotto balls, bolognese, mozzarella, baby peas, marinara, parmesan

  • Goat Cheese Ravioli $15

    goat cheese and lemon stuffed ravioli in a dill cream sauce, sun-dried tomato

  • Meatballs $14

    family recipe meatballs, marinara, parmesan, parsley

  • Burrata (GF) $16

    creamy stracciatella filled mozzarella, arugula, roasted baby heirlooms tomatoes, evoo, aged balsamic, wood fired toasted crostini or gluten free crackers

  • Bada Bing Shrimp (GF) $16

    flash fried gulf prawns in a calabrian aioli

  • Charcuterie Board (GF) $16

    assorted artisan meats & cheeses, olives, cornichons, roasted garlic, whole grain mustard, candied nuts, rosemary taralli or gluten free crackers

SALAD

  • Mista (GF) $8

    mixed greens, carrot, cucumber, radish, pickled onions, lemon vinaigrette

  • Little Gem Caesar $10

    little gem romaine, caesar dressing, croutons, parmesan

  • Arrostito (GF) $6 / $12

    mixed greens, seasonal roasted vegetables, parmesan, lemon vinaigrette

  • Caprese (GF) $12

    fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, balsamic reduction, evoo, sea salt

  • Finocchio (GF) $12

    arugula, shaved fennel, pickled onions, gorgonzola, apple, candied walnuts, red wine vinaigrette

PASTA

  • Bucatini & Meatballs $19

    bronze cut bucatini, family recipe meatballs, san marzano marinara

  • Fettuccine alla Moroso $20

    free-range chicken breast, slow braised in milk, white wine, herbs, in a mascapone, parmesan, garlic cream sauce

  • Gnocchi $18

    dumplings with choice of cacio e pepe or bolognese sauce

  • Lasagna Bolognese $20

    layers of pasta, fior di latte mozzarella, classic italian bolognese, parmesan

  • Penne alla Vodka $18

    bronze cut penne pasta, creamy san marzano tomato vodka sauce, pancetta, basil

  • Shrimp Scampi Linguine $24

    gulf prawns in a white wine, lemon butter sauce, garlic, shallot, heirloom tomatoes, gremelata

  • Ravioli all'arogosta $35

    maine lobster ravioli, san marzano tomato, brandy & cream sauce, caviar garnish

Ask for gluten free pasta substitutions

Entrees

  • Alaskan Wild Caught Salmon (GF) $28

    pan seared salmon, flashed fried brussels in a honey calabrian glaze,summer mango salsa

  • Picatta di Pollo (GF) $26

    pan seared chicken breast, white wine, lemon and capers, parmesan risotto, freshsautéed asparagus

  • Pork Chop Milanese $28

    bone-in, breaded, pan seared duroc pork chop, arugula salad, flash fried sweetpotato gnocchi in a brown butter sage sauce, wood fired roasted lemon

Neapolitan Wood Fired Pizza

  • Margherita $13

    san marzano tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil

  • Americano $14

    san marzano tomato, pepperoni, mozzarella, parmesan

  • Capri $15

    san marzano tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, black olives, prosciutto, basil

  • Classico $15

    san marzano tomato, smoked mozzarella, italian sausage, caramelized onion, calabrian chilis, basil, oregano

  • Pesto $14

    Dan’s pesto is the best-O! pesto, ricotta, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes

  • Figaro $15

    italian fig caramellati, gorgonzola, mozzarella, caramelized onion, lemon, arugula, prosciutto

  • Honey Bear $16

    san marzano tomato, sopressata, mozzarella, mushrooms, calabrian chilis, basil, honey

  • Quattro Formaggi $15

    provolone, mozzarella, ricotta, parmesan, san marzano tomato

  • Vesuvio $15

    san marzano tomato, sopressata, pepperoni, mozzarella, calabrian chilis, pepperoncini, parmesan

  • Contadino $18

    san marzano tomato, italian sausage, crispy pancetta, sopressata, pepperoni, mozzarella, oregano

  • San Daniele $16

    mozzarella, cherry tomato, prosciutto, arugula, parmesan, balsamic reduction

  • Supremo $16

    san marzano tomato, sopressata, pepperoni, italian sausage, crispy pancetta, mozzarella, black olives, mushrooms, roasted onions & peppers

  • The Wild Hog $18

    scratch made bbq sauce, smoked pulled pork, aged white cheddar, coleslaw tossed in our award winning dressing, pickled onions

SIDES

Alaskan Salmon – 15 | Oven Roasted Chicken Breast – 6 | Pan Sauteed Shrimp – 8 | Asparagus – 6 | Roasted Mixed Vegetables – 6 | Sweet Potato Gnocchi – 6 Roasted Vegetable or Mushroom Risotto – 8

Gluten free: cauliflower, mozzarella & herb crust - Add $5

Our gluten-free crust is prepared in proximity with non gluten-free foods. Therefore, we cannot guarantee trace amounts of gluten are not present.

10 or more people:

20% gratuity will be added to parties of 10 or more / Please be aware that our food may contain or come into contactwith common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, wheat, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish or wheat.