Mediterra Restaurant & Taverna Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Mediterra Restaurant & Taverna, an enchanting culinary escape located in the heart of Princeton, where Spanish, Mediterranean, and Italian cuisines unite to create a vibrant dining experience. The menu dazzles with dishes like Chickpea Hummus and Sicilian Fried Artichoke, each infused with rich flavors and an artistic touch. For lunch, the Chicken Empanada stands out, offering a delightful crunch packed with spices like scotch bonnet and nutmeg.
As the sun sets, the dinner offerings shine; Mussels Provençal simmer in a fragrant tomato and saffron broth, while the House-Made Creste di Gallo Bolognese showcases a hearty ragu, perfect for those craving a fulfilling meal. Diners revel in generous portions and remarkable service amidst a warm, inviting ambiance. Whether for a casual lunch or a romantic evening, Mediterra promises an unforgettable feast.
LUNCH
PANE
terramomo bread, extra virgin olive oil, focaccia spice
PAPAS BRAVAS
fried potato, mango aioli, salsa brava
CHICKPEA HUMMUS
eggplant ganoush, pita
WHIPPED SHEEP'S MILK RICOTTA
honey, thyme, grilled sourdough
DAILY OYSTER
sour orange-jalapeno mignonette
SALMON TARTARE
radish, cucumber, pickled beech mushroom, tobiko, avocado, tempura crumb, miso
CHICKEN EMPANADA
scotch bonnet, nutmeg, green onion
SICILIAN FRIED ARTICHOKE
parmigiano, caper-lemon aioli
HOUSE-MADE CRESTE DI GALLO BOLOGNESE
beef, pork & veal ragu, tomato, herb, parmigiano
HOUSE-MADE TAGLIATELLE
san marzano, toasted garlic, braised fennel, olive, caper, basil, chili flake
PASTALESS LASAGNA
roasted eggplant, garlic spinach, pomodoro, basil, fresh mozzarella
MARKET BOWL
sweet pea falafel, cous cous, avocado, asparagus, roasted zucchini, mint chutney-yogurt
SPICED SHRIMP BOWL
roasted pepper jasmine rice, toasted garlic, snow pea, shiitake mushroom, napa cabbage sesame slaw
GYRO BOWL
spiced lamb meatball, quinoa tabbouli, halloumi, shishito, confit tomato, pickled onion, cucumber, tahini yogurt
THE MED BURGER
grassfed beef, roasted tomato, berkshire bacon, havarti, salsa verde, fries
BASQUE STYLE TACOS
spanish fried chicken, house made corn tortilla escalivada, mojo verde, pickled pepper
NORDIC BLU SALMON
garlic crumb, dijon, lacinito kale, braised tuscan white bean, bagna verde, aged sherry, lemon
BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP
manchego, cheddar, black pepper
CAESAR SALAD
little gem lettuce, toasted focaccia bread crumb, parmigiano
NJ GREEN SALAD
lettuce, asian pear, endive, toasted walnut, dijon
KALE SALAD
dried cranberry, parmigiano, balsamic
BUTTERSCOTCH BUDINO
custard, almond crunch, sea salt
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE
sesame crema, garam masala, sesame crisp
BROWN SUGAR ALMOND CAKE
spiced crème anglaise, bent spoon vegan black tea ice cream
BISCOTTI
chocolate walnut & vanilla almond
AFFOGATO
vanilla ice cream "drowned" with espresso
PANE
terramomo bread, extra virgin olive oil, focaccia spice
SPLIT PEA SOUP
smiked ham, toasted garlic crouton
NJ GREEN SALAD
lettuce, asian pear, endive, toasted walnut, dijon
CAESAR SALAD
little gem lettuce, toasted focaccia bread crumb, parmigiano
DAILY OYSTER
sour orange-jalapeno mignonette
CHICKPEA HUMMUS
eggplant ganoush, pita
WHIPPED SHEEP'S MILK RICOTTA
honey, thyme, grilled sourdough
PAPAS BRAVAS
fried potato, mango aioli, salsa brava
SALMON TARTARE
radish, cucumber, chive, jalapeño, horseradish avocado, lemon, tempura sweet potato
MUSSELS PROVENCAL
tomato, garlic, saffron broth, pernod, aioli
CHICKEN EMPANADA
Scotch bonnet, nutmeg, green onion
SICILIAN FRIED ARTICHOKE
parmigiano, caper-lemon aioli
HOUSE-MADE CRESTE DI GALLO BOLOGNESE
beef, pork & veal ragu, tomato, herb, parmigiano
HOUSE-MADE TAGLIATELLE
san marzano sugo, ricotta salata, braised fennel, olive, caper, basil, crudhed red pepper flake
PASTALESS LASAGNA
roasted eggplant, garlic spinach, pomodoro, basil, fresh mozzarella
CAULIFLOWER MARSALA
garlic spinach, maitake & porcini mushroom, whipped yukon potato
NORDIC BLU SALMON
garlic crumb, dijon, lacinito kale, braised tuscan white bean, bagna verde, aged sherry, lemon
DAYBOAT FISH A LA PLANCHA
Chef Preparation
LOCAL CHICKEN
braised trumpet mushroom, polenta, parmigiano, red pepper giardiniera, rosemary jus
PRIME NY STRIP STEAK
(12 OZ) potato pave, carrot, shishito, pepper, herb butter, red onion marmalade
PAELLA CLÁSICA
(FOR TWO OR MORE) calasparra rice, saffron, roasted red pepper, carrot, chorizo pork sausage, chicken, shrimp, calamari, scallop *available at dinner only please allow 30 minutes for preparation
BUTTERSCOTCH BUDINO
custard, almond crunch, sea salt
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE
sesame crema, garam masala, sesame crisp
BROWN SUGAR ALMOND CAKE
spiced crème anglaise, bent spoon vegan black tea ice cream
BISCOTTI
chocolate walnut & vanilla almond
AFFOGATO
vanilla ice cream "drowned" with espresso