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33157 N US Hwy 45, Grayslake, IL 60030

Our Catering Menu.

 

Authentic Italian Cookies & Pastries, Cakes, Panini & Subs, Soups, Salads, and Entrees.

 

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Entrees, Pastas, Appetizers

All prices are shown as Half Pan/Full Pan. Half Pans serve 7-8 & Full Pans serve 14-15. Please reach out to us with any questions.

All party trays are served with fresh Italian bread. Complimentary plates, forks, knives, & napkins are provided upon request.  Prices subject to change without notice, please call for current prices. 

All orders require 24-hour notice please. In most cases, please allow more time during the holiday season.

Appetizers

Bruschetta

Tomato, basil, garlic on toasted bread  –  $29.95/$49.95

Steamed Mussels with White Wine Garlic Sause

As it says…  –  $49.95/$69.95

Sautéed Spinach

Garlic & Oil – $29.95/$49.95

Dessert Tray

Canoli, Assorted Italian Cookies, & More...

Pasta

Bolognese

– $69.95/$89.95

Arrabiata

– $49.95/$69.95

Vodka Sauce

– $49.95/$69.95

Pomidoro

– $49.95/$69.95

Pasta Al Forno

Vegetarian Lasagna

– $69.95/$109.95

Meat Lasagna

– $69.95/$109.95

Meat Rigatoni

– $59.95/$89.95

Meat Penne

$59.95/$89.95

Stuffed Shells

$59.95/$89.95

Tortellini

– $59.95/$89.95

Ravioli (special fills)

– $59.95/$89.95

Boneless Chicken Breast

Marsala

– $59.95/$95.95

Vesuvio

$59.95/$95.95

Lemon

– $59.95/95.95

Parmigiana

– $59.95/95.95

Sausage Cacciatore

– $59.95/95.95

Eggplant

Eggplant Parmigiana

– $49.95/79.95

Box Lunches

$11.95 Per Person: Choice of Sandwich or Salad, Choice of Side & Dessert.

10 Person Minimum. Gratuity & tax not included. 24 hour notice. Delivery charge.

Panini

Lauretta's Grand Sub

6″ fresh italian bread, topped with ham, salami, capicolla, provolone, cheddar, lettuce, mayo, tomato, onion, mustard, and vinaigrette.

Luciano Pavarotti Chicken Pesto

Pesto chicken, arugula, mozzarella, basil, mayo on toasted ciabatta.

Fig & Prosciutto Panini

With goat cheese, arugula, and balsamic reduction. 

Frankie Valli Veggie

Grilled vegetables & mozzarella panini with olive tapenade on toasted ciabatta.

Turkey, Brie, & Cranberry w/ Spinach on Ciabatta

Muffaletta

Genoa salami & ham or oven roasted turkey, provolone cheese & homemade olive mix on toasted muffaletta. 

Lauretta's Tuna Melt

Imported Italian yellow fin tuna, sundried tomato, kalamata olive, artichoke, onion with lemon and extra virgin olive oil, w/ provolone cheese on toasted ciabatta.

 

Panini

Dean Martin Ham & Cheese

Ham & Jarlesberg swiss w/ Lauretta’s spread on toasted ciabatta. 

Andrea Bocelli Chicken & Cheddar

BBQ chicken, cheddar, bacon & mayo on toasted ciabatta.

Meatball Sub

Meatballs with mozarella cheese on toasted garlic bread. 

Egg Salad Sandwhich

Italian egg salad, fresh local farm raised eggs, basil, fresh spinach, mayo on multi-grain bread. 

Caprese

Slices of fresh tomato, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, pesto and a drizzle of balsamic on toasted ciabatta. 

Eggplant Parm Sandwich

Breaded eggplant, pomodoro sauce, basil, and mozzarella cheese. 

Frank Sinatra Steak

Thinly slicked steak & cheese, mayo, onion, shredded lettuce, tomato, spices on Italian bread. 

Salads

Mediterranean Salad

Mixed greens, garbanzo beans, feta, red peppers, red onion, olices in a balsamic vinaigrette. 

Lauretta's House Salad

Mixed greens, apple, gorgonzola, cranberries, cashews w/ banana poppy seed dressing.

Dessert

Lemon Knot or Similar Italian Cookie

Sandwich Trays

See our sandwich list above.

Small (8 half sandwiches) – $45  |  Medium (15 half sandwiches) – $85

Large (22 half sandwiches) – $125  |  Extra Large (30 half sandwiches) – $175

Includes: pasta salad; add a quart of soup (4 servings) +$10.00

Salad Trays

Mediterranean & House Salad

Half Pan (serves 7-8) – $29.95  |  Full Pan (serves 14-15) – $49.95

Antipasta Salad

Half Pan (serves 7-8) – $49.95  |  Full Pan (serves 14-15) – $69.95

Testimonials

What People are Saying

  • star rating  Swung by based on reviews to grab some dessert. We have the tirimisu and cannolis. Both were fantastic! Next time we are in the area we will be stopping in!!

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    October 2, 2019

    star rating  Girls Birthday Luncheon was had here. I had eggplant parmeson and it was perfect. Small seating ares. You can see the chefs prepping meals with fresh ingredients. Took out some... read more

    avatar thumb GodSaysIAm
    January 26, 2020

    star rating  This perfect little restaurant is tucked away in the corner of strip mall. It is hard to find a restaurant that cooks authentic Italian food without it being too greasy,... read more

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    November 3, 2019
  • star rating  Two of us visited this cafe for the first time. It is small and intimate, seats about 25 inside (with brick patio open in warm weather). Server Lucy was very... read more

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    February 9, 2020

    star rating  Love,love,love it when a restaurant beats my expectations! I must also add, that when a restaurant is rated as highly as Lauretta’s, those expectations are rarely beat. Service was friendly... read more

    avatar thumb SteveS8999
    January 11, 2020

    star rating  Food was delicious! We had Mediterranean salad, chicken piccata and tortellini with prosciutto, mushroom cream sauce. Tiramisu was amazing! Lucy our server was wonderful. We will be back! Highly recommend!!

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    August 12, 2019
  • star rating  Great variety of italian food. In this crazy time they have a great menu of food. Our favorites are: Lemon chicken, sicilian meat lasagna, sausage with peppers. Tasty panini sandwiches:... read more

    avatar thumb mmcw9989
    March 18, 2020

    star rating  Nice portion size.taste is incredible. Got a large Mediterranean salad. Chicken piccatta is delicious on a bed of homemade pasta. The cookies are so tasty. Great variety of cookies.

    avatar thumb mmcw9989
    July 22, 2019

    star rating  They have fantastic food and very friendly family environment. Employees are attentive to customers and fast. Portions are big. I liked their butternut ravioli and homemade pasta. Very tasty baked... read more

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    October 1, 2019
  • star rating  Our family loves the Chicken Piccatta. Very generious portion. You can get orders to go which is great if family doesn't want to face house. Choice of soup or salad... read more

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    January 12, 2020

OUR HOURS

TUESDAY – WEDNESDAY
11:00am – 7:00pm

FRIDAY – SATURDAY
11:00am – 8:00pm

SUNDAY – MONDAY
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