ketchup, dill aioli
black peppercorn vinaigrette, rustic crouton, parmesan
mediterranean olives in garlic and citrus
romaine, arugula, kalamata olives, red onions, pepperoncini, garlic croutons, Italian vinaigrette
white bean puree, roasted carrots, browned butter, sage, prosciutto
apples, candied walnuts, arugula, goat cheese, olive oil & aged balsamic
Calabrian chili oil, basil, mint, pepitas, dill aioli
basil, marinara, parmesan, crostini
spicy marinara, bagette
quarter pound smash patty, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, whole grain mustard, side of fries
quarter pound smash patty, bacon, cheddar, pickled jalapeno, onion, come back sauce, side of fries
tomato sauce, mozzarella, asiago, parmesan
basil, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella
sausage, tomato, mozzarella
calabrian salami, tomato sauce, mozzarella
house made meatball, marinara, basil
marinara sauce, parmesan, basil
fettuccini, grilled chicken, asiago cream sauce
breaded cutlets, melted mozzarella, marinara, spaghetti
gnoccetti sardi, seared cutlet, lemon, capers, butter, white wine
As a reviewer reflecting on the overall menu experience at Ultima Cucina, I find that the selection is thoughtfully curated to showcase comforting Italian-American flavors with broad appeal. The menu opens with approachable starters such as LAST FRIES, CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD, ITALIAN MIXED SALAD, OLIVES, and BRUSCETTA, setting a relaxed tone that works well for sharing or easing into the meal. For something more casual yet satisfying, the hand-held options like the CLASSIC BURGER and COME BACK BURGER provide hearty alternatives for diners craving familiar comfort beyond Italian staples. The heart of the menu lies in the pasta and artisan pizza offerings, where classics like CHEESE PIZZA, MARGHARITA PIZZA, SALSICCIA PIZZA, and PEPPERONI PIZZA highlight simplicity and balance, focusing on well-loved combinations rather than overcomplication. The entrée section reinforces this philosophy with timeless dishes such as SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL, SPAGHETTI MARINARA, CHICKEN ALFREDO, CHICKEN PARMESAN, and CHICKEN PICCATA, all of which feel designed to satisfy a wide range of tastes. Taken together, Ultima Cucina’s menu doesn’t aim to be experimental; instead, it succeeds by offering reliable, crowd-pleasing dishes that feel familiar, comforting, and easy to enjoy-making it a solid choice for both casual diners and groups looking for a dependable Italian-inspired meal in St. Louis.