Ferraro’s Ristorante, the fine-dining establishment known for its authentic Italian fare and elegant ambiance, announces the return of its popular lunch service beginning Monday, Jan. 22. Following its recent designation as the “Best Italian Restaurant in Nevada” by 24/7 Tempo, Ferraro’s is expanding its offerings to meet the high demand for its upscale fare at lunchtime among local professionals and business travelers in Las Vegas.

“After fielding countless requests from our loyal guests to bring back our lunch service, we are thrilled to be able to do so once again,” said Mimmo Ferraro, executive chef, Ferraro’s. “The entire Ferraro’s team puts their heart and soul into every dish, so being recognized as the ‘Best Italian Restaurant in Nevada,’ while also expanding our offerings, is an incredible feeling.”

Based on numerous food and general interest sites, including Eater, Yelp, The Daily Meal, Fodors, and regional/city-specific sites, 24/7 Tempo extrapolated reviews, lists, and rankings to determine the best Italian restaurant in each state.

The new lunch menu will include staples from the dinner menu, such as Osso Buco, Lasagna alla Gino, and Branzino, as well as new dishes available exclusively during lunchtime.

Select dishes from the Ferraro’s lunch offerings as follows:

Appetizers

Bufala Caprese – blistered tomatoes, imported fresh Bufala mozzarella, basil oil, pine nuts, micro basil

Polpette e Ricotta – house-made Italian meatballs, ricotta

Insalata

Cesare Salad – classic Caesar dressing

Ferraro Salad – mixed spring salad, cherry tomato, dry cranberries, pistachio, sunflower seeds, shaved carrots, Parmigiano Reggiano, four foglie balsamic dressing

Insalata Mimmo – heirloom tomatoes, avocado, red onions, fresh mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil with balsamic vinegar

Pizza

Margherita – tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, basil

Amatriciana – pecorino, Bufala mozzarella, Guanciale, Calabrese chili

Zuppe

Pasta Fagioli – pasta and bean soup

Pasta

Gnocchi Tre Colore – potato dumplings, Pachino tomatoes, spinach puree, ricotta salata

Rigatoni Splinga – rigatoni pasta, house-made spicy sausage ‘Nduja, Caciocavallo cheese, toasted breadcrumbs

Spaghetti Aglio, Olio, e Peperoncino – whole roasted garlic, extra virgin olive oil, Calabrese pepper, Parmigiano Reggiano

Pesce

Salmone Limone – Scottish salmon, seasonal vegetables, lemon, white wine, butter

Secondi

Melanzane Parmigiana – classic eggplant parmigiana

Vitello Piccata – veal scaloppini, lemon, butter, white wine, capers, served with grilled asparagus, roasted potatoes

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Three-course Love Your Lunch special for $28 includes:

Antipasti (choice of one)

Ferraro Salad

Cesare Salad

Bufala Caprese Salad

Secondi (choice of one)

Salmone Limone

Pollo Paillard

Melanzane Parmigiana

Gnocchi Tre Colore

Dolci (choice of one)

Tiramisu

Pistachio Passione

Cannoli

Lunch hours will be from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, beginning on Monday, Jan. 22. For more information or to make reservations, click here or please call (702) 364-5300.