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Where artisanal
Italian food
comes home.

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Pursuit of uncomplicated
& wholesome Italian food

 An authentic Italian ristorante artigianale experience located in the heart of Dubai.

About Us .

Like the swallow, we travel far and wide to curate beloved Italian recipes that have meticulously been passed down for generations and bring them home. Fresh, natural ingredients are carefully calibrated and prepared, to deliver a nostalgic journey of Italy’s most cherished culinary traditions.

From exclusively using sun-ripened tomatoes to importing artisanal Italian cheeses and olive oils for our handmade pasta and genuine Neapolitan pizzas, we believe it’s the little things in life that matter the most.

Kind of like our food.

Welcome home, or in true Italian fashion, bentornato a casa.

Monno / mon-no/

Derived from the combining form mono, meaning specialized or single.

With Passion

We are singular in our pursuit of uncomplicated, wholesome Italian food that is cooked with love and served with passion.

Culinary Tradition

We bring Italian dinner traditions to your table in Monno. Crafted by our skilled chef and cooks, we serve you the true taste of Italy.

MENU

All prices are inclusive of 5% VAT and subject to 5% Service Charge

Reserve Your Table

ONE BITE

Bruschetta
Marinated Cherry Tomatoes, Toasted Olive Bread and Balsamic Drizzle
Pomodori Ciliegino Marinati, Pane Alle Olive Tostato, Riduzione Di Aceto Balsamico | 33 AED

Add Buffalo Mozzarella
Con Mozzarella Di Bufala | 35 AED

Polpetta
The Iconic Italian Meatball with San Marzano Tomato Sauce
L’iconica Polpetta Italiana Con Salsa Di Pomodoro San Marzano | 16 AED

Truffle Bomb
Truffle Croquette
Crocchetta Al Tartufo | 30 AED

STARTERS / ANTIPASTI

Stracciatella Dip
Stracciatella Cheese, Basil Oil, Bread Selection
Stracciatella, Olio Al Basilico, Selezione Di Pane Casereccio | 47 AED

Classic Arancini
Saffron Risotto, Bolognese Sauce, Mozzarella
Risotto Allo Zafferano, Ragu’ Alla Bolognese, Mozzarella | 45 AED

Octopus Salad
Steamed Octopus, Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onions, Bread Croutons Potatoes, Vinaigrette and Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Polpo Marinato E Cotto Al Vapore, Pomodori Cuore Di Bue E Ciliegino Cipolla Rossa, Crostini Di Pane, Patate, Vinaigrette Leggera E Basilico, Olio Extra Vergine D’oliva | 60 AED

Summer Salad
Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onions, Bread Croutons, Marinated Potatoes, Vinaigrette and Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Pomodori Cuore Di Bue E Ciliegino, Cipolla Rossa, Crostini Di Pane, Patate, Vinaigrette Leggera E Basilico, Olio Extra Vergine D’oliva | 45 AED

Burrata
Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Basil Balsamic Pearls Pomodori Ciliegino, Basilico E Sfere Di Balsamico | 75 AED

Calamari
Fried Calamari
Calamari Fritti | 65 AED

Parmigiana
Eggplant Parmigiana, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Smoked Mozzarella and Parmesan
Parmigiana Di Melanzane Violette, Pomodoro San Marzano, Provola Affumicata E Parmigiano Reggiano DOP | 70 AED

Polpo Alla Monno
Slow Cooked Octopus, Marinated and Roasted, Served with Potato Cream
Polpo Cotto A Bassa Temperatura, Marinato E Arrostito Servito Con Crema Di Patate | 87 AED

Angus Short Sibs
Marinated and Slow Cooked Beef Ribs Served With Italian Coleslaw
Costine Di Manzo Marinate E Cotte A Bassa Temperatura Servite Con Insalata Di Cavolo. | 85 AED

Fig Salad
Figs, Hearts Lettuce, Baby Spinach, Smoked Ricotta, Figs Balsamic Pearls
Insalata Di Fichi, Cicoria Di Castelfranco, Foglie Di Spinaci, Ricotta Affumicata Perle Di Balsamico | 55 AED

SECONDI / MAIN COURSES

Mediterranean Style Seabass
Marinated Seabass, Lemon and Capers Sauce, Black Olive Puree
Spigola Marinata, Salsa Di Limone E Capperi, Purè Di Patate Alle Olive Nere. | 100 AED

Milanese
Breaded Veal Rib, Green Herbs, Lemon Butter Sauce
Milanese Stile Orecchio Di Elefante Con Burro Composito Alle Erbe Aromatiche E Limone. | 195 AED

Tagliata Steak
Tender Fillet Steak, Signature Beef Sauce
Tagliata Di Manzo Con Salsa Della Casa. | 130 AED

Chicken Cotoletta
Breaded Chicken Cutlet with Green Herbs and Garlic Butter Sauce
Cotoletta Di Polo Con Salsa Alle Erbe E Aglio. | 95 AED

Fiorentina Steak
Smoked and Seared Fiorentina Steak Accompanied by a Selection of Two Sides
Bistecca Alla Fiorentina Leggermente Affumicata All’olivo Toscano, Due Contorni A Scelta | 320 AED

PASTA / PRIMI PIATTI

Ravioli Al Limone
Homemade Ravioli, Lemon Ricotta and Roasted Garlic Filling, Light Butter Sauce with Toasted Hazelnut
Ravioli Ripieni Di Ricotta Al Limone E Aglio Arrostito, Con Salsa Al Buro E Nocciole Tostate | 75 AED

Rigatoni Burrata
Rigatoni Burrata, Cherry Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Basil Oil
Rigatoni Con Pomodori Ciliegino, Salsa Al Pomodoro, Buratta E Olio Al Basilico | 85 AED

Tortellini al Tartufo
Homemade Ravioli, Buffalo Ricotta Filling with Parmesan Sauce, Veal Jus, Fresh Truffle
Pasta Fresca All’uovo Ripiena Di Ricotta Di Bufala, Salsa Al Parmigiano, Fondo Di Vitello E Tartufo | 95 AED

Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina
Homemade Gnocchi, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Buffalo Mozzarella, Parmesan
Gnocchi Fatti In Casa, Con Salsa Di Pomodoro San Marzano, Mozzarella Di Bufala Campana, Parmigiano. | 80 AED

L’essenza Della Lasagna
The Traditional Recipe in a Modern Twist, Soft and Crunchy
L’antica Ricetta in Versione Moderna. | 85 AED

Risotto Al Tartufo
Porcini Mushroom Risotto with Fresh Truffe
Risotto Ai Porcini Con Tartufo Fresco | 80 AED

Lobster Spaghetti
Homemade Spaghetti, Lobster Bisque Sauce, Confit Tomatoes, Half Fresh Lobster
Spaghetti Caserecci, Bisque Di Aragosta, Pomodori Ciliegino Arrosto, Mezza Aragosta | 190 AED

Sharing Portion with Whole Lobster
Porzione Da Condividere Con Aragosta Intera | 370 AED

PIZZA

Margherita
San Marzano DOP Tomato Sauce, Fior Di Latte from Napoli, Fresh Basil and EVOO
Pomodoro San Marzano DOP, Fior Di Latte Napoli, Basilico Fresco E EVO | 68 AED

Burrata
San Marzano DOP Tomato Sauce, Burrata from Puglia, Fresh Basil and EVOO
Doppio Pomodoro San Marzano DOP, Burrata Pugliese, Basilico Fresco E Olio EVO | 84 AED

Tartufo Fresco
Fior Di Latte from Napoli, Stracciatella Cheese and Fresh Seasonal Truffle
Fior Di Latte, Stracciatella E Tartufo Fresco | 95 AED

Bresaola Di Wagyu
San Marzano DOP Tomato Sauce, Fior Di Latte From Napoli, Italian Beef Bresaola, Rocket Leaves and Shaved Parmesan
Pomodoro San Marzano DOP, Fior Di Latte Di Napoli, Bresaola Di Manzo, Rucola E Scaglie Di Parmigiano. | 85 AED

Quattro Formaggi
Fior Di Latte From Napoli, Asiago DOP Cheese, Gorgonzola Cheese, Parmesan
Fior Di Latte Di Napoli, Asiago DOP, Gorgonzola, Parmigiano Fresco. | 80 AED

Salamino Di Wagyu
San Marzano DOP Tomato Sauce, Fior Di Latte From Napoli, Spicy Wagyu Beef Salami and Smoked Mozzarella
Pomodoro San Marzano DOP, Fior Di Latte Di Napoli Salamino Piccante Di Wagyu E Provola Affumicata. | 86 AED

Veal Ham & Porcini Mushroom
San Marzano DOP Tomato Sauce, Fior Di Latte From Napoli, Veal Ham, Porcini Mushrooms and Oregano
Pomodoro San Marzano DOP, Fiordi Latte Di Napoli, Prosciutto Di Vitello, Porcini, Origano | 79 AED

SIDE / CONTORNI

Fries
20 AED

Roasted Baby Potatoes
40 AED

Truffle Parmesan Fries
45 AED

Sautéed Asparagus
45 AED

Mashed Potatoes
54 AED

DOLCI / DESSERT

Tiramisu’
40 AED

Crème Caramel
30 AED

Lemon Delight
40 AED

Chocolate Cake with Mousse
50 AED

Blueberry Cheesecake
45 AED

Chocolate Soufflé
45 AED

MOCKTAILS

Mango Passion | 50 AED
Fresh Passion Fruit Puree, Fresh Mango, Soda

Fresh Breeze | 50 AED
Cucumber, Mint, Elderflower, Soda

Strawberry Martini | 50 AED
Non-alcoholic Martini, Strawberry, Pineapple

Monno Bellini | 50 AED
Non-alcoholic Martini, Peach Puree, Pink Grapefruit Syrup, Soda

Pomegranate Spritz | 50 AED
Ginger Ale, Fresh Pomegranate, Lime Juice

Peach Ginger Mule | 50 AED
Peach Puree, Ginger, Ginger Ale

COLD BEVERAGES

Coca Cola Light & Zero | 20 AED
Fanta Orange | 20 AED
Sprite | 20 AED
Ginger Ale | 22 AED
Pink Grapefruit Soda | 22 AED
Sparkling Water 26 AED

ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF 5% VAT AND SUBJECT TO 5% SERVICE CHARGE.

HOT BEVERAGES

Americano | 20 AED
Cappucino | 22 AED
Flat White | 22 AED
Latte | 22 AED
Espresso Single & Double | 16 / 24 Aed
Tea Selections | 22 AED

Italiano Autentico

Our restaurant is inspired by the authentic style of the Trattoria’s of the streets of Italy. Simplicity informs everything we do.

We bring you an atmospheric italian dining experience with that unmistakable nostalic feel in the heart of Dubai.

About Us

Atmosphere

“

Incredible Italian bistro restaurant. Value for money. Friendly staff

V. Tsokas

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Amazing experience today at Monno! Food and service second to none. We tried the salads, pizza, lasagne and tiramisu - All dishes simply sublime and very authentic! We had the pleasure of meeting with head chef Federico, what a lovely guy and very interesting to chat with. We will be back soon!

James

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Italian at its best! Would definitely come back soon. Food was delicious. Staff are welcoming and excellent with what they do. Drinks are to die for. This restaurant truly is unique. Goodluck!

A. Sahoo

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