Sam's Ristorante Menu
Welcome to Sam's Ristorante, a hidden gem located at 501 W 2nd St, Defiance, OH. This charming eatery might not boast the fanciest decor, but it captivates the heart with its exceptional flavors and generous portions.
Guests rave about the rich and creamy Bolognese sauce, alongside a house salad dressing that has garnered quite a following. The service is consistently praised, with friendly staff eager to offer thoughtful recommendations. Whether you’re dining in or opting for take-out, Sam's guarantees satisfaction with every order.
- Generous Portions: Expect hearty servings that leave you feeling satisfied.
- A Welcoming Atmosphere: Quickly greeted and seated by a cheerful team.
- Delicious Highlights: From fried mushrooms to well-prepared entrées that draw customers back for more.
Join the ranks of happy patrons who hail Sam's Ristorante as a must-visit dining spot! You won't be disappointed.
Dinner Menu - Seafood Menu
Shrimp Pesto
Shrimp toasted in basil, olive oil, pine nuts and garlic butter severed on a bed of linguine.
Salmon Tarragon
Alaskan salmon with Alfredo sauce, tarragon and fresh mushrooms served with side of pasta Alfredo.
Shrimp Scampi
Jumbo shrimp sauteed in garlic, olive oil, white wine, lemon, and fresh herbs. Served with side of pasta Alfredo.
Salmon Piccata
Alaskan salmon with pinot grigio wine, mushrooms, garlic butter, capers, fresh squeezed lemon juice, served over linguini.
Shrimp Bolognese
Shrimp sauteed with garlic, olive oil and Sam's bolognese sauce on bed of pasta.
Scallops
Sauteed with garlic, olive oil, white wine, and herbs. Served with side of pasta Alfredo.
Salmon Bolognese
Alaskan salmon in bolognese sauce, served with a side of shrimp bolognese.
Lobster Stuffed Ravioli
Ravioli stuffed with lobster meat topped with shrimp & crab in Alfredo sauce.
Shrimp & Crab Alfredo
Shrimp and crab in Alfredo sauce, served on a bed of linguine.
Shrimp Piccata
Shrimp sauteed in pinot grigio wine, mushrooms, garlic butter, capers, artichoke hearts fresh squeezed lemon juice, served over bed of pasta.
Shrimp Combo
Shrimp Alfredo and shrimp bolognese over linguini.
Frutti Di Mare
Scallops, shrimp, clams, and crabmeat in marinara over a bed of pasta.
Fried Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp lightly breaded and deep-fried served with French fries.
Shrimp Capri
Shrimp sauteed with capers, green olives, mushrooms marinated in wine and marinara sauce over linguine.
Kids Spaghetti And Meatball
Kids Chicken Strips And Fries
Kids Tortellini Alfredo
Kids Ravioli And Meatball
Kids Pasta Alfredo
Kids Chicken Parmigiana Jr
Dinner Menu - Kids Meals
Dinner Menu - Appetizers
Chicken Wings
Served on bed of lettuce with ranch dressing.
Fried Ravioli
Stuffed with ricotta cheese, served with marinara.
Hummus
Chickpea dip served with tortillas.
Potato Skins
Served with bacon, mozzarella cheese and sour cream.
Fried Mozzarella Sticks
Homemade mozzarella sticks with marinara.
Fried Mushrooms
Served with marinara.
Crab Cakes
Served with Dijon aioli.
Shrimp Cocktail
Ice cold shrimp served with cocktail sauce.
Chicken Wings
Served on bed of lettuce with ranch dressing.
Fried Ravioli
Stuffed with ricotta cheese, served with marinara.
Potato Skins
Served with bacon, mozzarella cheese and sour cream.
Crab Cakes
Served with Dijon aioli.
Fried Mozzarella Sticks
Homemade mozzarella sticks with marinara.
Fried Mushrooms
Served with marinara.
Hummus
Chickpea dip served with tortillas.
Lunch Menu - Appetizers
Lunch Menu - Menu
Build Your Own Pizza
Available toppings: pepperoni, sausage, beef, ham, bacon, mushrooms, tomato, onions, green peppers, banana peppers, black olives, green olives, artichoke, jalapeno, pineapple, anchovies.
Hawaiian Pizza
Marinara sauce, ham, bacon, pineapple topped with mozzarella.
Chicken Piccata Pizza
With mushrooms, cappers, banana peppers, artichokes, lemon slices, garlic sauce, mozzarella.
Meat Lovers Pizza
Pepperoni, beef, sausage, ham, bacon.
BBQ Chicken Pizza
BBQ sauce, chicken, bacon, topped with mozzarella.
Puttanesca Pizza
Marinara sauce, mushrooms, green olives, onions, diced tomato, bell peppers, chili peppers, capers, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese with extra virgin olive oil.
Classic Cheese Pizza
Carbonara Pizza
Chicken, bacon, mushroom, green peas, cream sauce topped with melted mozzarella.
Margherita Pizza
Marinara sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, basil topped with fresh mozzarella.
Vegetable Market Pizza
Thinly sliced eggplant, tomatoes, onions, garlic, banana peppers, black olives, mozzarella, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
Pepperoni Pizza
Seafood Pizza
Alfredo sauce with shrimp, crabmeat, clams, topped with mozzarella.
Gnocchi Paprikash
Potato dumplings with diced chicken breast and mushrooms in red pepper sauce.
Pasta Primavera Alfredo
Fresh garden vegetables served in pasta Alfredo sauce.
Baked Penne
Baked Penne pasta topped with melted mozzarella in marinara.
Spaghetti Pomodoro
Baked spaghetti topped with sun-dried tomatoes and melted mozzarella.
Baked Cannelloni
Pasta stuffed with Italian meat topped with melted mozzarella in bolognese sauce.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Sliced eggplant lightly breaded and baked with mozzarella served with side of pasta marinara.
Linguine With Sausage & Mushrooms
Sausage sauteed in white wine, tomato sauce, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
Spaghetti With Meatballs
Spaghetti with meatballs served in marinara.
Baked Cheese Tortellini With Meatball
Baked cheese tortellini in marinara topped with mozzarella.
Ravioli With Meatball
Pasta pockets stuffed with ricotta, topped with homemade meatball in marinara.
Baked Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Ravioli stuffed with cheese; mushroom served in marinara topped with mozzarella.
Gnocchi Bolognese
Potato dumplings with Italian sausage, garlic, olive oil, tomato sauce, five Italian cheeses.
Baked Manicotti
Ricotta cheese stuffed shells with meatball, mozzarella, marinara.
Pasta Alfredo
Pasta with Alfredo sauce.
Sam's Lasagna
Layered pasta with beef, smothered in bolognese and baked with mozzarella on top.
Tortellini Alla Panna
Tortellini stuffed with beef served with your choice of sauce: Alfredo, bolognese, pomodoro, or pesto.
Sausage Bolognese
Spicy Italian sausage in bolognese sauce over pasta.
Pasta Primavera Marinara
Fresh garden vegetables served in marinara with a meatball on bed of pasta.
Dinner Menu - Pasta Dinners
Lunch Menu - Featured Lunch Menu
Manicotti
Stuffed with ricotta cheese, served with meatball in marinara covered in mozzarella.
Baked Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Layers of pasta with mushrooms and meatball, served in marinara sauce.
Baked 4-Cheese Tortellini
Served with meatball in marinara sauce.
Baked Ziti
Baked pasta topped with melted mozzarella in marinara sauce.
Ravioli With Meatball
Pasta pockets stuffed with ricotta, topped with homemade meatball and marinara sauce.
Chicken Carbonara
Chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms, peas and bacon with Alfredo on bed of pasta.
Chicken Alfredo
Sliced chicken breast, mushrooms in Alfredo sauce over linguine.
Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken baked with mozzarella; side of pasta marinara.
Chicken Strips
Chicken strips served with French fries and marinara sauce.
Spaghetti With Meatball
Spaghetti with meatball in marinara sauce.
Shrimp Bolognese
Served over linguine.
Sam's Lasagna
Layers of pasta baked with beef in bolognese sauce.
Sausage Bolognese
Spicy Italian sausage in bolognese sauce over linguine.
Seafood Ravioli
Ravioli stuffed with lobster meat topped with shrimp & crab Alfredo sauce.
Shrimp Or Crab Alfredo
Served with linguine in Alfredo sauce.
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Chicken croquette stuffed with ham and Italian cream cheese with bolognese.
Rustic Eggplant
Sliced eggplant lightly breaded, baked, served with marinara sauce.
Pasta Alfredo
Pasta with Alfredo sauce.
Tortellini Alla Panna
Tortellini stuffed with beef, served with your choice of sauce: Alfredo, bolognese, pomodoro, or pesto.
Seafood Salad
Shrimp, crab, green olives, mushrooms, tomato, banana pepper, mozzarella, Sam's signature house dressing.
Sam's Salad
Tomato, cucumber, parsley, green peppers, pomegranate vinaigrette or house dressing. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Mozzarella, banana peppers, black olives, mushrooms, Sam's signature house dressing.
Greek Salad
Feta cheese, cucumber, tomato, banana peppers, black olives, mushrooms, Sam's signature house dressing. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Dinner Menu - Salads
Dinner Menu - Sam's Pizza
Build Your Own Pizza
Available toppings: pepperoni, sausage, chicken, beef, ham, bacon, mushrooms, tomato, onions, green peppers, banana peppers, black olives, green olives, artichoke, jalapeno, pineapple, anchovies.
Classic Cheese Pizza
Vegetable Market Pizza
Thinly sliced eggplant, tomatoes, onions, garlic, banana peppers, black olives, mozzarella, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
BBQ Chicken Pizza
BBQ sauce, chicken, bacon, topped with mozzarella.
Carbonara Pizza
Chicken, bacon, mushroom, green peas, cream sauce topped with melted mozzarella.
Puttanesca Pizza
Marinara sauce, mushrooms, green olives, onions, diced tomato, bell peppers, chili peppers, capers, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese with extra virgin olive oil.
Margherita Pizza
Marinara sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, basil topped with mozzarella.
Pepperoni Pizza
Chicken Piccata Pizza
With mushrooms, cappers, banana peppers, artichokes, lemon slices, garlic sauce, mozzarella.
Hawaiian Pizza
Marinara sauce, ham, bacon, pineapple topped with mozzarella.
Seafood Pizza
Alfredo sauce with shrimp, crabmeat, clams, topped with mozzarella.
Meat Lovers Pizza
Pepperoni, beef, sausage, ham, bacon.
Coke Zero
The same great taste but with zero calories.
Raspberry Tea
Unsweetened Iced Tea
Coffee
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Lemonade
Root Beer
Hot Tea
Lunch Menu - Beverages
Lunch Menu - Desserts
Carrot Cake
Tiramisu
Limoncello
Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
Carrot Cake
Limoncello
Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
Tiramisu
Dinner Menu - Desserts
Dinner Menu - Steak & Chicken
Italian Chicken Sausage Mushroom
Chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms and sausage in Alfredo sauce over pasta.
Chicken Alfredo With Mushrooms
Chicken in Alfredo sauce and mushrooms, served with pasta.
Chicken Cacciatore
Sliced chicken breast simmered in a Sam's special sauce with bell peppers, onion, mushrooms, green olives and garlic served over linguine.
Mamma Mia Chicken
Sliced chicken breast sauteed in olive oil, mushrooms, and rosemary in spicy Alfredo sauce served over a bed of pasta.
Chicken Pesto
Toasted with basil, Parmesan, olive oil, pine nuts, and garlic butter served over a bed of pasta.
Chicken Strips & Fries
Strips of chicken breast lightly battered and fried, served with French fries.
L'amore Combo
Chicken Parmigiana, fettuccine Alfredo and pasta marinara.
Veal Piccata
Veal sauteed in white wine, garlic, olive oil, mushrooms, artichoke, fresh squeezed lemon, capers served with side of pasta marinara.
Il' Grande Combo
Chicken Parmigiana, eggplant Parmigiana and shrimp Alfredo.
Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken breast lightly breaded topped with mozzarella served with side of pasta marinara.
Veal Parmigiana
Breaded veal with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, served with side of pasta marinara.
Veal Marsala
Veal with mushrooms, Marsala wine served with side of pasta marinara.
New York Steak (Center Cut)
Seasoned with our homemade spices. Add sauteed mushrooms and caramelized onions for an additional charge.
Chicken Primavera
Choice of Alfredo or marinara. Breast of chicken sliced into strips, sauteed in olive oil, garden vegetables, on a bed of pasta.
Chicken Carbonara
Chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms, peas and bacon served in pasta Alfredo.
Chicken Piccata
Sliced chicken breast sauteed in pinot grigio wine, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, capers, fresh squeezed lemon served over pasta.
Cordon Bleu
Two fillets of chicken wrapped around ham and cheese, covered with breadcrumbs, fried, stuffed with ham, Italian cream cheese, served with side of pasta bolognese.
Filet Mignon
Filet seasoned with spices topped with sauteed mushrooms.
Prime Rib
Seasoned with spices and served with choice of french fries, pasta marinara or baked potato. Substitute pasta Alfredo for an additional charge.
Italian Reunion
Chicken Parmigiana, tortellini Alfredo and shrimp pesto.
Chicken Marsala
Chicken sauteed in Marsala wine and mushrooms served over linguine.
Seafood Salad
Shrimp, crab, green olives, mushrooms, tomato, banana pepper, mozzarella, Sam's signature house dressing.
Sam's Salad
Tomato, cucumber, parsley, green peppers, pomegranate vinaigrette or house dressing. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Mozzarella, banana peppers, black olives, mushrooms, Sam's signature house dressing.
Greek Salad
Feta cheese, cucumber, tomato, banana peppers, black olives, mushrooms, Sam's signature house dressing. Add chicken for an additional charge.