Ponza Italian Kitchen & Pizza Menu
Welcome to Ponza Italian Kitchen & Pizza, a beloved family-owned gem nestled in Norwalk, CT, at 690 Connecticut Ave. This charming restaurant has been a cherished part of the community, offering an inviting space for both fine dining and live music. Guests rave about the exceptional cuisine, making it the perfect spot for a delightful dinner or a festive celebration.
- Flavors & Dishes: Indulge in mouthwatering dishes like the chicken parmigiana paired with perfectly cooked pasta and their famous vodka sauce.
- Atmosphere: Enjoy heated outdoor dining complemented by live jazz music, creating a warm ambiance that enhances every bite.
- Service: With attentive staff and the owner’s personal touch, every visit feels like a gathering with family.
Join us at Ponza, where every meal promises incredible flavor and a memorable experience!
Vedura/Greens
Eggplant Parmigiana
Egg battered eggplant topped with mozzarella & sauce. Served with Penne
Cauliflower Steak
Thick cut Cauliflower roastd & served with kale & vegan walnut pesto on top. Served with Mixed Vegetables.
Karaoke Bottle Beer
House White Zinfandel Karaoke
House Cabernet Sauvignon
House Merlot Karaoke
House Chianti Karaoke
Karaoke Draft Beer
House Pinot Grigio Karaoke
House Sauvignon Blanc Karaoke
House Pinot Noir Karaoke
Karaoke On The Rocks
House Chardonnay Karaoke
Karaoke Drinks
L Insalata/Salad
L. Spinach Salad
Spinach, sun dried tomatoes, croutons, & feta
Arugula Salad
Arugula, caramelized walnuts, cherry tomatoes, avocado, & shaved parmesan. Served with lemon dressing
My Favorite
Arugula, kale, shaved brussel sprouts, cranberries, cherry tomatoes, pitachios, topped with shaved parmesan. Served with parm lemon dressing.
Caesar Salad
Romaine with croutons and shaved parmesan cheese. Served with caesar dressing
PF Ponza Salad
Mixed cheese, Prosciutto, Soppressata, Salami, roasted red peppers, artichokes, hot cherry peppers, & kalamata
Garden Salad
Romaine & Iceberg, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, carrots, and onions
L. Iceberg Wedge
Wedge of iceberg, bacon, tomato, red onion, grogonzola, & blue cheese dressing
L.Caprese
Mozzarella, sliced tomato, red onion, basil, pesto, EVOO, & balasmic
Cobb Salad
Romaine & Iceberg, grilled chicken, bacon, peppers and hard boiled egg
L. Greek Salad
Romaine & iceberg, tomatoes, peppers, red onion, cucumber, kalamata olives & feta
Stromboli
Stromboli
Grab And Go
Combo
Mini Stuffed Bread
Pinwheel
Slice
Sicilian Slice
Meat Aranchini
Appetizer
Carne/Meat
N.Y Strip Steak
12oz grilled & seasoned Strip Steak. Served with Mashed Potatoes
Cotoletta Alla Milanese
Breaded chicken Cutlet topped with Arugula, Cherry tomatoes, shaved pecorino romano, & lemon dressing
Veal Parmigiana
Veal cutlet topped with sauce & mozzarella. Served with penne
Veal Alla Limone
Egg battered veal in a lemon butter sauce with italian spices. Served with Penne
Pollo Marsala
Sauteed with mushrooms, in a marsala wine sauce. Served with Mashed Potatoes
Pollo Alla Limone
Egg battered in a lemon butter sauce with Italian Spices. Served with Rice
Pollo Piccata
Chicken Sauteed with Lemon & White Wine, capers, & a touch of butter with Italian Seasonings. Served with mixed vegetales.
Veal Milanese
Pollo Parmigiana
Breaded cutlet topped with sauce & mozzarella. Served with penne
Veal Piccata
Veal sauteed with lemon and white wine sauce, capers, and a touch of butter with italian spices. Served with mixed vegetables.
Pollo Scarpariella
Sauteed in a white wine sauce & lemon with hot cherry peppers, onions, sausage. Served with roasted potatoes
Veal Marsala
Veal Sauteed with mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce. Served with Mashed Potatoes
Veal Scarpariella
Veal sauteed in a white wine sauce & lemon with hot cherry peppers, onions, sausage. Served with roasted potatoes
Stuffed Clams
Crab Meat, bread crumbs, shrimp, garlic, parsley, butter
PF Charcuterie Board
Delicious assortment of imported cheeses & cured meats
Calamari Fritti
Fried Fresh Squid
Boneless Tenders
6pc or 12pc Boneless Tenders
Mussels Posillipo
Mussels or Clams sauteed in garlic & oil with white wine & tomato
Garlic Bread
Clams Posillipo
Fried Artichokes
Vegan. with mint. served with a lemon sauce (not vegan)
Garlic Knots
6 piece
Wings
6pc or 12pc Bone in Wings
Mozzarella In Carrozza
Ponza style warm & stringy mozzarella in bread crumbs coating & fired. Served with Marinara
Shrimp Cocktail
5 Shrimp served in a martini glass with cocktail sauce
Bruschetta
Diced Tomatoes, Roasted Peppers, Onions, Garlic, Basil, with Balsamic Drizzle & Olive oil
Fried Zucchini
Egg battered & breaded served in a basket with Marinara
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Brussel Sprouts served w/garlic, onions, crushed pistachios & cranberries topped with demi glaze
Vongole Alla Ponza
Fresh Clams sauteed in garlic & oil, white wine, a little butter, and oregano
Antipasti/Starters
Contorni/Sides
Sauteed Broccoli
Side Of Chicken
French Fries
Add cheese for an additional charge.
Broccoli Rabe
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe in Garlic & Oil
Mashed Potatoes
Rice
1.Meatball
2 meatballs served with house sauce
Roasted Potatoes
Sauteed Spinach
Side Salad
Shredded Vegetable Medley
Side Of Pasta
Strawberry Salad
Salad
L Pesce/Fish
Zuppe Di Pesce
Fresh clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, & fresh garlic over linguine. Choice of Red, White or Fradiavolo sauce
Sole Francese
Egg battered sole with lemon & butter sauce served with rice
Shrimp Scampi
White wine, garlic, lemon, & butter over linguine
Linguine Vongole Or Mussels
Sauteed in garlic. Choice of Red,White, or Fra Diavolo Sauce. Served over linguine
Stuffed Shrimp
Stuffed with Crab & shrimp, bread crumbs, onions, garlic, parsley, & butter. Served with rice.
Shrimp Parmigiana
Topped with Mozzarella & sauce. Served with Penne
Grilled Salmon
Grilled & Served with balasmic drizzle. served with rice
Risotto Pescatore
Chopped shrimp, calamari, & clams with parsley & italian seasoning in a white wine sauce
Whole Fried Red Snapper
Gnocchi Special
Entree
Pasta
Baked Ziti
Ziti baked with ricotta cheese topped with mozzarella & house sauce
Angel Hair Pesto
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Gnocchi Alla Grogonzola
Broccoli & sausage in a gorgonzola cream sauce
Penne Arrabbiata
Penne Primavera
Broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, carrots, red peppers, zucchini, & onions in garlic & EVOO with a touch of pesto
Fettuccine Alfredo
Heavy cream and romano cheese sauce.
Rigatoni Alla Vodka
Ravioli Bolognese
Cheese ravioli topped with a hearty meat sauce with a touch of cream.
Vegan Ziti Bolognese
Build Your Own Pasta
Build your own Pasta. Pick your pasta, sauce, & toppings
L.Penne Alla Vodka
Prosciutto, scallions, vodka, cheese in a pink cream sauce.
Build Your Own Pasta
Build your own Pasta. Pick your pasta, sauce, & toppings
L. Spaguetti Meat Ball
L. Fettuccine Montarnara
Fettuccine, onion, & vegetables in a sherry cream sauce
L.Cavatelli Rustica
Sausage, broccoli rabe, garlic & oil, with italian spices
L. Fusilli Imperiale
Garlic & oil , tiny shrimp, parsley, & a drizzle of pesto
Baked Ziti
Ziti baked with ricotta cheese topped with mozzarella & house sauce
Penne Primavera
Broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, carrots, red peppers, zucchini, & onions in garlic & EVOO with a touch of pesto
Gnocchi Alla Grogonzola
Broccoli & sausage in a gorgonzola cream sauce
L Pasta
Insalata/Salad
Arugula Salad
Arugula, caramelized walnuts, cherry tomatoes, avocado, & shaved parmesan. Served with lemon dressing
PF Ponza Salad
Mixed cheese, Prosciutto, Soppressata, Salami, roasted red peppers, artichokes, hot cherry peppers, & kalamata
Caesar Salad
Romaine with croutons and shaved parmesan cheese. Served with caesar dressing
My Favorite
Arugula, kale, shaved brussel sprouts, cranberries, cherry tomatoes, pitachios, topped with shaved parmesan. Served with parm lemon dressing.
Garden Salad
Romaine & Iceberg, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, carrots, and onions
Cobb Salad
Romaine & Iceberg, grilled chicken, bacon, peppers and hard boiled egg
Crispy Pollo Caesar
Eggplant Parmigiana
Eggpalnt, Mozzarella, & Mama's Sauce
Open Steak Sandwich
Served over garlic bread with sauteed mushrooms & onions
Salmon BLT
Salmon, Tomato, Arugula, Pesto, Mayo, Bacon, & Avocado
Pollo Parmigiana
Breaded chicken cutlet with mozzarella & mama's sauce
Potato, Peppers, & Eggs
Scrambled eggs, roasted peppers & potatoes
Mediterranean Tuna
Celery, carrots, marinated onions, lemon, olive oil, & italian seasonings
Bruschetta Pollo
Chicken Cutlet, Mozzarella, tomato, garlic, oregano, salt & pepper
Veal Parmigiana
Breaded Veal cutlet with Mama's Sauce & Mozzarella
Grilled Pollo
Grilled Chicken with lettuce, tomato, & cheddar cheese
The Veggie
Broccoli, peppers, spinach, muchrooms, & onions
Pollo & Eggplant
Breaded chicken layered with eggplant, melted mozzarella, topped with Sauce
The Bella
Chicken cutlet, Fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, basil & balasmic glaze
Sausage & Peppers
Italian Sausage with Sauteed Peppers & Onions
Cappriccosa
Breaded chicken, marinated tomatoes, arugula, & fresh mozzarella
Pollo Italiano
Chicken cutlet, broccoli rabe, hot cherry peppers, & balasmic reduction
Hot Italian
Premium italian cold cuts, lettuce, tomato, roasted peppers, & balasmic vinegar
Pollo Americana
Chicken cutlet, Avocado, & Mayo
Meatball Parmigiana
Meatballs, Mozzarella, & mama's sauce
Chiptole Prusciutto
Grilled Prosciutto, salami, sun dried, tomatoes, arugula, swiss cheese, & chiptole mayo
L Hand Helds
L Antipasti/Starters
Vongole Alla Ponza
Fresh Clams sauteed in garlic & oil, white wine, a little butter, and oregano
Fried Zucchini
Egg battered & breaded served in a basket with Marinara
Garlic Bread
Garlic Knots
6 piece
Fried Artichokes
with Mint. Served with a Lemon Sauce
Sausage, Peppers, & Onions
Sauteed Sausage, Peppers, & Onions
Stuffed Clams
Crab Meat, bread crumbs, shrimp, garlic, parsley, butter
Bruschetta
Diced Tomatoes, Roasted Peppers, Onions, Garlic, Basil, with Balsamic Drizzle & Olive oil
Wings
6pc or 12pc Bone in Wings
Gamberi W/Escarole & Beans
Escarole & Beans sauteed in garlic & oil and lemon topped with Grilled Shrimp
Boneless Tenders
6pc or 12pc Boneless Tenders
Cauliflower Alla Ponza
Roasted Cauliflower with olive oil & seasoned with paprika, salt & Cayenne pepper
Broccoli Rabe & Sausage
Italian Sausage & Broccoli rabe in garlic & oil w/gorgonzola
Calamari Fritti
Fried Fresh Squid
Mussels Posillipo
Mussels or Clams sauteed in garlic & oil with white wine & tomato
PF Charcuterie Board
Delicious assortment of imported cheeses & cured meats
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Brussel Sprouts served w/garlic, onions, crushed pistachios & cranberries topped with demi glaze
Clams Posillipo
Mozzarella In Carrozza
Ponza style warm & stringy mozzarella in bread crumbs coating & fired. Served with Marinara
Shrimp Cocktail
5 Shrimp served in a martini glass with cocktail sauce
French Fries
Add cheese for an additional charge.
Pollo Sorrentino
Sauteed chicken topped with eggplant & mozzarella. Served with Penne.
Veal Parmigiana
Veal cutlet topped with sauce & mozzarella. Served with penne
Pollo Alla Limone
Egg battered in a lemon butter sauce with Italian Spices. Served with Rice
Cotoletta Alla Milanese
Breaded chicken Cutlet topped with Arugula, Cherry tomatoes, shaved pecorino romano, & lemon dressing
Pollo Marsala
Sauteed with mushrooms, in a marsala wine sauce. Served with Mashed Potatoes
N.Y Strip Steak
12oz grilled & seasoned Strip Steak. Served with Mashed Potatoes
Pollo Piccata
Chicken Sauteed with Lemon & White Wine, capers, & a touch of butter with Italian Seasonings. Served with mixed vegetales.
Pork Chops Scarpariella
Bone in chops served with roasted potatoes, sweet & hot peppers, & plum tomatoes.
Pollo Parmigiana
Breaded cutlet topped with sauce & mozzarella. Served with penne
Veal Marsala
Veal Sauteed with mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce. Served with Mashed Potatoes
Veal Sorrentino
Sauteed Veal topped with eggplant & mozzarella. Served with penne
Pollo Scarpariella
Sauteed in a white wine sauce & lemon with hot cherry peppers, onions, sausage. Served with roasted potatoes
Veal Piccata
Veal sauteed with lemon and white wine sauce, capers, and a touch of butter with italian spices. Served with mixed vegetables.
Veal Alla Limone
Egg battered veal in a lemon butter sauce with italian spices. Served with Penne
Veal Scarpariella
Veal sauteed in a white wine sauce & lemon with hot cherry peppers, onions, sausage. Served with roasted potatoes
L Carne/Meat
Featured Pizzas
Carbonara Pizza
Arugula Pizza
Pesto Pizza
Fresh pesto, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and ricotta.
Di Parma Pizza
Buffalo Chix French Fry Pizza
Penne Vodka Pizza
Scarpiello Pizza
BBQ Pollo
Hawaiian White
Veggie
Mushrooms, onions, broccoli, peppers, & tomato sauce.
Hawaiian Red
Differente
Meatballs, fresh tomatoes, broccoli, tomato sauce and mozzarella.
Ponza Special
Pepperoni, sausage, mushroom, onion, peppers, meatballs,& sauce
Buffalo Pollo
Chicken, buffalo sauce, bleu cheese & tomato sauce.
Pollo Parmigiana
Breaded pollo cutlet topped with sauce & mozzarella cheese. served with penne.
Arrabbiata
Sausage, hot peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomato sauce and mozzarella.
Salad Pizza
Lettuce, fresh tomatoes, black olives, onions, carrots, tomato sauce, a touch of shredded mozzarella and light house dressing.
Oceanica
No cheese. clams, shrimp, oregano and diced garlic.
Gianna's Focaccia
Meat Lovers
Meatball, bacon, sausage, pepperoni, & tomato sauce
Quattro Formaggio
Parmigiana, mozzarella, ricotta, provolone, & tomato sauce.
Margarita
Mozz, basil, tomatoes, & evoo & tomato sauce
Speciality Pizzas
L Burgers
Classic Burger
Lettuce & Tomato. Served with French Fries.
Beyond Burger
Plant based burger with lettuce, tomato. Served with French Fries
Beyond Burger
Plant based burger with lettuce, tomato. Served with French Fries
Classic Burger
Lettuce & Tomato. Served with French Fries.
Burgers
Byo Pizza
Mini Pizza
Regular toppings only
Nonna Pizza 15"
Large Pizza
Large Heart Pizza
Small Heart Pizza
Sicilian Style
Small Gluten Free
Small Pizza
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Veggie Wrap
Chicken Parm Grinder
Meatball Parm Grinder
Chicken Frances’s Grinder
Daily Lunch Specials
Karaoke Antipasti/ Starters
HH Tenders
HH Charcuterie Board
HH Mussels Posillipo
HH Fried Calamari
HH Clams Posillipo
HH Fried Zucchini
HH Crispy Brussels Sprouts
HH Vongole Alla Ponza
HH Shrimp Cocktail
HH Wings
HH Pick 3
HH Stuffed Clams
HH Bruschetta
HH Saluted Spinach
Shredded Vegetable Medley
Roasted Potatoes
Mashed Potatoes
Side Of Pasta
1.Meatball
2 meatballs served with house sauce
Sauteed Spinach
French Fries
Add cheese for an additional charge.
Broccoli Rabe
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe in Garlic & Oil
Rice
Side Salad
Sauteed Broccoli
Side Of Chicken
Side Of Mushrooms
Che Palle/Ballz
Crochette
Fried Mashed Potatoes served with gravy
Arancini
Fried Rice balls served in a lemon cream sauce
Burrata With Prosciutto
Imported Creamy Mozzarella served with Roasted peppers, mixed olives, & Prosciutto
2.Meatballs
2 Meatballs served with House sauce
Calzone
Calzone
Kids Sides
Kids Mixed Veg
Kids French Fries
Kids Steamed Broccoli
Kids Mashed Potato
Stracciatella
chicken broth, with spinach, onion, pecorino cheese, and egg
Lentil
Chicken Broth, Lentils, Onions, carrots, and celery
Chicken Noodle
Chicken, noodles, onion, & vegetables in chicken broth
Escarole & Beans
Vegetable broth, escarole, beans, onions, & garlic
Pasta Fagioli
Classic italian soup with pasta, onions, & beans
Minestrone
Hearty Italian Vegetable Soup with Chicen Broth
L Soups/Brodo
Pesce/Fish
Zuppe Di Pesce
Fresh clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, & fresh garlic over linguine. Choice of Red, White or Fradiavolo sauce
Stuffed Shrimp
Stuffed with Crab & shrimp, bread crumbs, onions, garlic, parsley, & butter. Served with rice.
Shrimp Parmigiana
Topped with Mozzarella & sauce. Served with Penne
Sole Francese
Egg battered sole with lemon & butter sauce served with rice
Grilled Salmon
Grilled & Served with balasmic drizzle. served with rice
Linguine Vongole Or Mussels
Sauteed in garlic. Choice of Red,White, or Fra Diavolo Sauce. Served over linguine
Minestrone
Hearty Italian Vegetable Soup with Chicen Broth
Chicken Noodle
Chicken, noodles, onion, & vegetables in chicken broth
Stracciatella
chicken broth, with spinach, onion, pecorino cheese, and egg
Escarole & Beans
Vegetable broth, escarole, beans, onions, & garlic
Pasta Fagioli
Classic italian soup with pasta, onions, & beans
Lentil
Chicken Broth, Lentils, Onions, carrots, and celery
Soups/Brodo
L Vedura/Greens
Eggplant Parmigiana
Egg battered eggplant topped with mozzarella & sauce. Served with Penne
Cauliflower Steak
Thick cut Cauliflower roastd & served with kale & vegan walnut pesto on top. Served with Mixed Vegetables.
Kids Tenders And Fries
Kids Grilled Cheese
Kids Mac & Cheese
Kids Spaghetti With Butter
Kids Mini Pizza
Kids Entrees
L Che Palle/Ballz
Crochette
Fried Mashed Potatoes served with gravy
Burrata With Prosciutto
Imported Creamy Mozzarella served with Roasted peppers, mixed olives, & Prosciutto
2.Meatballs
2 Meatballs served with House sauce
Arancini
Fried Rice balls served in a lemon cream sauce