Rare Italian - Fort Collins
Rare Italian is an Italian restaurant in Fort Collins, CO. Order takeout online for pickup or delivery.
101 S College Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Phone: +19702944944
Price range: $21-$30
Hours
- Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 16:00–21:00
Rare Italian - Fort Collins Menu
Popular Items
- Ciabatta Loaf — $5.00
- CANNOLI — $9.00
- ALASKAN HALIBUT VERACRUZANA — $41.00
- DRY-AGED SMASHBURGER — $20.00
- TAJARIN AL RAGÙ — $27.00
- CARBONARA — $27.00
Antipasti
- Antipasti | 1 Choice — $5.00
- Antipasti | 4 Choices — $15.00
- Antipasti | 8 Choices — $25.00
Appetizers
- HOUSE CAESAR — $12.00
Chopped Romaine Hearts, House-made Focaccia Croutons, Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, Salsa Verde, (With/Without) Anchovies
- RARE HOUSE SALAD — $12.00
Mixed Local Greens, Chopped Kale, Candied Pecans, Apples, Honey Lime Vinaigrette, Goat Cheese
- ARANCINI — $14.00
Handmade Mozzarella-stuffed Spinach & Artichoke Risotto, Marinara, Parmigiano-Reggiano
- MARGHERITA PIZZETTA — $17.00
San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Marinated Tomatoes,
Basil, Handmade Mozzarella
- SHRIMP BRUSCHETTA — $15.00
Grilled Ciabatta, White Wine Butter Sauce, Sweet Peppers
- SALSICCIA PIZZA — $18.00
Bechamel, Handmade Mozzarella, Roasted Garlic, Sautéed Spinach,
Pork Sausage, Sweet Drop Peppers, Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano,
Garlic Oil, Parsley
- PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND MUSSELS — $17.00
White Wine, Butter, Calabrian Chili Peppers, Onions, Garlic, Tomato, Grilled Ciabatta
- BLISTERED CAMPARI TOMATO BURRATA — $16.00
Pistachio Basil Pesto, Grilled Focaccia, Balsamic Glaze, Toasted Pistachios
- TOSCANO PESTO PIZZETTA — $19.00
Mortadella, Pistachio Basil Pesto, Handmade Burrata, San Marzano Tomato Sauce
- STEAKHOUSE WEDGE SALAD — $13.00
Baby Iceberg, Cherry Tomatoes, Bacon Lardoons,
Gorgonzola Dressing, Red Onions, Chives
- CALAMARI FRITTI — $19.00
Julienne Bell Pepper & Carrot, Chili Glaze, Pickled Fresno
Entrees
- DRY-AGED SMASHBURGER — $20.00
Two 4 oz. House-ground Smash Burgers,
Bacon Jam, Smoked Gouda, Aioli, Red Onion, Chopped Romaine
**SMASH BURGERS ARE COOKED THROUGH. NO TEMPERATURE REQUIRED***
- VEGAN EGGPLANT PARMESAN — $26.00
Vegan Parmesan, Vegan Mozzarella, Vegan Cream Cheese
- BRASATO — $38.00
Cacio e Pepe Risotto, Sautéed Broccolini & Cherry Tomatoes, Veal Demi-Glaze, Focaccia Gremolata
- ALASKAN HALIBUT VERACRUZANA — $41.00
White Wine Butter Sauce, Green Olives, Caper Berries, Marinated Tomatoes, Potato Puree, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
- STEAK SALAD — $25.00
Arugula, Baby Spinach, Chopped Romaine Hearts, Marinated Skirt Steak, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Candied Nuts,
Gorgonzola Piccante, Charred Tomato Vinaigrette, Balsamic Drizzle
- GRILLED CHICKEN — $31.00
Black & Orange Lentils, Marinated Tomatoes, Tuscan Kale, Shallots, Garlic, Butter Chicken Jus
Pasta & Risotto
- CARBONARA — $27.00
Rustichella di Abruzzo Linguini, Guanciale, Egg, Pecorino Romano
- TAJARIN AL RAGÙ — $27.00
Finely Cut Noodles, Pork Sausage, Brisket & Dry-aged Beef Ragù, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Rosemary
- LASAGNE — $25.00
Pasta Sheets, Bolognese, San Marzano Tomatoes, Pecorino Romano,
Mozzarella, Lemon Ricotta, Besciamella, Basil, Parmigiano-Reggiano
- LOBSTER RISOTTO — $40.00
Arborio Rice, Lobster Claw & Knuckle, Lobster Stock, Scallions, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Butter
- DUCK RAGÙ GNOCCHI — $33.00
Duck Confit, San Marzano Tomatoes, Pangritata,
Mascarpone Cream Sauce
- STRACCIATELLA AGNOLOTTI — $33.00
Stracciatella-Filled Spinach Pasta, Cherry Tomatoes, Pistachio Basil Pesto, Toasted Pistachios, Balsamic Glaze
- SHRIMP RIGATONI — $28.00
Rustichella di Abruzzo Rigatoni, Vodka Sauce, Sautéed Shrimp, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Italian Parsley
- POLPETTE TAJARIN — $28.00
Beef & Pork Meatballs, Finely Cut Noodles,
Arrabbiata or Marinara, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Fried Basil
- PAPPARDELLE AL SALSICCIA — $25.00
Broad Hand-Cut Ribbon Pasta, Pork Sausage, Roasted Fennel, Garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Chili Flake, Lemon Ricotta, Fennel Fronds
House-Aged Steaks
- 8 oz Filet — $59.00
Served with chive potato purée.
- 10 oz Dry-Aged New York Strip — $52.00
Served with chive potato purée.
- 14 oz Dry-Aged Rib Eye — $55.00
Served with chive potato purée.
- 24 oz Bone-In Dry-Aged New York Strip — $72.00
Served with chive potato purée.
*VERY limited availability. Please keep an eye on email for any cancellation!
- 32 oz Dry-Aged Bistecca alla Fiorentina — $95.00
Served with chive potato purée.
*VERY limited availability. Please keep an eye on email for any cancellation!
Side Dishes
- Potato Puree — $9.00
For the table.
- Sauteed Spinach — $9.00
For the table.
- Chili-Glazed Brussel Sprouts — $9.00
For the table.
- Truffle Fries — $9.00
For the table.
- Ciabatta Loaf — $5.00
Our classic, Ciabatta, table bread but a full loaf and all of the accoutrement...
- Black & Orange Lentils — $9.00
- Sautéed Broccolini & Cherry Tomatoes — $9.00
Desserts
- SEASONAL CROSTATA — $18.00
Traditional Open-faced Italian Fruit Tart
- CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT TORTE — $10.00
Flourless Chocolate Cake, Nocciolata Buttercream,
(Adult Smore) Housemade Marshmellow, Oat Crumble
- CANNOLI — $9.00
Vanilla Ricotta, Pistachio Encrusted, Creme Anglaise, Chocolate Sauce
- TURTLE CHEESECAKE — $10.00
Oat Crust, Chocolate Ganache,
Toffee Sauce, Spiced Pecans
- TIRAMISU — $10.00
Lady Fingers, Velvet Espresso, Luxardo Coffee Liqueur, Whipped Cream, Espresso Beans
- STICKY PUDDING — $11.00
Dates, Toffee, Whipped Cream, Brittle Crumble