San Marino Italian Bar & Restaurant - Widnes Menu (Update 2025)
Step into San Marino Italian Bar & Restaurant in Widnes, where the authentic flavors of Italy come alive. The menu is a delightful blend of traditional and contemporary dishes, ensuring every palate finds something to savor.
- Starters: Enjoy the rich taste of San Marino Meatballs, tender steak meatballs bathed in a lightly spiced tomato sauce, or the Verdure Grigliate Bruschetta, a vibrant mix of roasted vegetables topped with creamy buffalo mozzarella.
- Pasta & Pizzas: The pasta dishes shine with homemade sauces, perfectly al dente, while the flair of gourmet pizzas promises a feast for the senses.
- Desserts: Save room for their heavenly Italian cheesecake, a crowd favorite that perfectly concludes your meal.
The atmosphere is warm, the staff attentive, and the culinary experience truly unforgettable. Don’t miss the 50% off pasta and pizza deals, making this gem a must-visit in Widnes!
Dinner , Takeaway , Delivery
Penne San Marino
BREAD SELECTION
A mix of breads from our deli with extra virgin olive oil and herb butter
OLIVES
Marinated green or black olives
ARANCINI
Breadcrumbed fried rice balls stuffed with mozzarella, served with tomato sauce
GARLIC BREAD
Plain pizza base with garlic butter
GARLIC BREAD WITH CHEESE
Pizza base with garlic butter and mozzarella cheese
GARLIC BREAD WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Pizza base with garlic butter and tomato sauce
GARLIC BREAD HALF CHEESE/TOMATO
Pizza base with garlic butter and half tomato sauce, half cheese
BREAD & NIBBLES
STARTERS
TOMATO BRUSCHETTA (V,VG)
Baby cherry tomatoes, garlic, red onions, basil on toasted bruschetta
VERDURE GRIGLIATE BRUSCHETTA (V,VG)
Roasted aubergines, courgettes, red peppers, extra virgin olive oil, garlic topped with buffalo mozzarella on toasted bruschetta
INSALATA CAPRESE(V)
Vine-ripened tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella cheese, rocket and extra virgin olive oil
SALSICCIA & BUFFALO BRUSCHETTA
Tuscany sausage and buffalo mozzarella cheese on toasted bruschetta
BRUSCHETTA FUNGHI (V)
Creamy garlic mushrooms with white wine served on toasted bruschetta
CALAMARI FRITTI
Crispy squid rings, lightly floured and fried served with lemon and garlic mayonnaise
SHELL ON GIANT PRAWNS MARINARA
Red giant king prawns cooked with white wine, chilli, garlic served on caponata ratatouille
SAN MARINO'S LIVER PÂTÉ
Chicken/Pork liver pate served with marmalade red onions on toasted bruschetta
BRUSCHETTA GAMBERETTI
King prawns cooked with white wine, garlic, chilli, butter and parsley on toasted bruschetta
MOULES MARINIÈRE
Shetland mussels steamed in white wine finished with cream, garlic & parsley sauce
FRIED HALLOUMI CHEESE (New)
Fried halloumi cheese served with sweet chilli sauce and salad garnish
SAN MARINO MEATBALLS
Steak meatballs in a lightly spiced tomato sauce finished with parmesan cheese
MARGHERITA (V)
Tomato base with fior di latte mozzarella, basil and extra virgin olive oil.
PIZZA PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA
Tomato base and mozzarella finished with parma ham, rocket, cherry tomato and shaved parmesan cheese
PIZZA QUATTRO STAGIONI
Tomato base with mozzarella, pepperoni, ham, mushrooms and black olives
SAN MARINO MEATBALLS PIZZA
Tomato base with mozzarella, meatballs with shaved parmesan cheese
PIZZA CON POLLO
Tomato base with mozzarella, grilled chicken, mushrooms, shaved grana padano cheese & fresh basil
FUNGI PIZZA (V)
Tomato base, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese
PIZZA PEPPERONI
Tomato base with italian pepperoni sausage, mozzarella cheese
NAPOLETANA
Tomato base with spicy calabrian sausage, tenderstem broccoli, mozzarella cheese
PIZZA ORTOLANA (V)
Tomato base with roasted aubergines, courgettes, red peppers, pine nuts, red onions, cherry tomatoes, black olives and mozzarella cheese
PROSCIUTTO E FUNGHI PIZZA
Tomato base, Italian ham, fresh mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, shaved parmesan cheese
PIZZA RUSTICA (V)
Tomato base with fior di latte mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, wild rocket and shaved parmesan cheese
MEAT FEAST PIZZA
Tomato base with meatballs, pepperoni, ham, italian sausage and mozzarella cheese
PIZZA
CALZONE
VERDURE (V)
Tomato base with roasted aubergine, courgette, peppers, onions, mushrooms, black olives mozzarella cheese, pine nuts, dressed with rocket leaves.
CLASSICO
Tomato base with italian ham, mushrooms, red onions and mozzarella cheese dressed with rocket leaves
CALZONE SAN MARINO
Tomato base with spicy calabrese sausage, ham, chicken, buffalo mozzarella cheese, and fresh red peppers, dressed with rocket leaves.
CALZONE CON POLPETTE
Tomato base with mozzarella, ma-ma style meatballs, basil and served with rocket leaves.
SPAGHETTI ALLA BOLOGNESE
Slow cooked beef ragu in a tomato sauce with fresh basil
SPAGHETTI ALLA CARBONARA
Old fashioned style carbonara with cream, free range egg yolk, pancetta and parmesan cheese
SPAGHETTI AL POMODORO (V)
Tomato sauce, garlic, cherry tomatoes and flat leaf Italian parsley
SPAGHETTI CON POLPETTE
Homemade meatballs in a garlic and tomato sauce
PENNE ALL'ARRABBIATA
Tomato sauce with italian pepperoni sausage, garlic, chilli and flat leaf Italian parsley
SICILIAN PENNE CAPONATA(V)
Tomato sauce with aubergine, courgette, red onion, red peppers, raisins, pine nuts, capers
PENNE SAN MARINO
Chicken, pancetta, mushrooms, chilli and garlic in a creamy white wine sauce, finished with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley
PENNE ALL'AMATRICIANA
Pancetta cooked in red wine served with onions, chilli and garlic in a rich tomato sauce
CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO
Farfalle pasta with chicken, broccoli and parmesan cheese in a creamy sauce
FARFALLE AL SALMONE
Farfalle pasta with salmon, sun dried tomato, spinach in a creamy sauce
TAGLIATELLE ALLA CREMA
Mushrooms, garlic, garden peas and italian sausage in a creamy sauce with parmesan cheese
FARFALLE WITH CURRY SAUCE (New)
Farfalle pasta with chicken, wild mushroom, garlic, chilli and creamy curry sauce
LINGUINE AI GAMBERONI
King prawns, courgette & flat leaf Italian parsley cooked in a chilli, butter and garlic sauce
LINGUINE AI FRUTTI DI MARE
Rosé Sauce with prawns, whole fresh mussels, clams, squid, chilli cooked in red wine
PASTA
AL FORNO
LASAGNA TRADIZIONALE
Layered pasta with slow cooked beef ragù, béchamel sauce
CANNELLONI (V)
Fresh egg pasta filled with spinach and ricotta cheese in a rich tomato sauce topped with creamy bechamel sauce, mozzarella & parmesan cheese
CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI AL FORNO
Farfalle pasta with chicken and broccoli in a creamy sauce topped with mozzarella and parmesan cheese
PENNE CON POLPETTINE AL FORNO
Homemade meatballs with garlic in a rich tomato sauce topped with buffalo mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.
RISOTTO AI FUNGHI (V)
Mushrooms, truffle, mascapone, parmesan cheese with a touch of cream
RISOTTO AI FRUTTI DI MARE
King prawns, mussels, clams and squid in a white wine, chilli & tomato sauce
RISOTTO SAN MARINO
Chicken, mushrooms, red peppers, garlic and chilli in a rosé sauce
RISOTTO
CARNE
BISTECCA ALLA PEPE
Dry-aged 12oz ribeye steak served with chips, peppercorn sauce, and steam veg
BISTECCA ALLA BRACE
Chargrilled 12oz ribeye steak served with a mushroom brandy sauce and rosemary & garlic baby potatoes
AGNELLO ALLA ROMANA
Grilled lamb steak served steam veg, rosemary & garlic baby potatoes
POLLO ALLA MILANESE (New)
Fried breadcrumbed spicy chicken breast served with spaghetti pomodoro, salad garnish
BRANZINO
Pan-fried seabass fillets cooked with garlic and rosemary served on crushed potatoes with a white wine sauce and steamed vegetables.
POLLO ALLA CREMA
Slow cooked chicken breast served with peppercorn sauce, chips and steam vegetables
CREAMY TUSCAN SALMON
Salmon steak cooked with cream, sun dried tomato, spinach and parmesan cheese garlic, parsley served with steamed vegetables
CHARGRILLED LAMB SHISH
Large cubes of marinated lamb, skewered, served with salad, chips and homemade bread.
CHARGRILLED CHICKEN SHISH
Large cubes of marinated chicken, skewered, served with salad, chips and homemade bread.
HOMEMADE RAVIOLI
Fresh homemade egg ravioli pasta with filling of the week. Please ask for details
CAESAR
Grilled chicken fillets, gem lettuce, caesar dressing, croutons & shaved parmesan cheese
CAPRESE SALAD (V)
Campania buffalo mozzarella, vine ripened tomatoes & rocket
INSALATA DI POLLO E PANCETTA
Grilled chicken breast, crispy pancetta, avocado, tomatoes, spinach, lettuce and red onion with the house dressing.
SALADS
SIDES
CHIPS
CHEESY CHIPS
SAUTÉED BABY POTATOES
BUTTERED BABY BEANS
CREAMED SPINACH
SOUP OF THE DAY
HOUSE SALAD
SPAGHETTI MEATBALLS
Meatballs and tomato sauce
PENNE WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Penne pasta with tomato sauce
BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS
Breaded chicken breast served with chips and peas
SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE
Slow cooked beef ragù, tomato & fresh basil
MARGARITA PIZZA
Mozzarella cheese and tomato base
PIZZA POLLO
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, grilled chicken
PIZZA ITALIANO
Ham, mozzarella cheese, tomato base
PEPPERONI PIZZA
Pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, tomato base