Bistro La Baia BYOB Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Bistro La Baia BYOB, a charming Mediterranean gem tucked away at 1700 Lombard St, Philadelphia. Specializing in Italian and seafood cuisine, this cozy eatery invites you to savor a menu rich in flavor and tradition.
Start your dining experience with tantalizing appetizers like Grigliata di Calamari, lightly marinated and served on a bed of arugula, or indulge in the decadent Polpette, flavorful pork and beef meatballs oozing cheese. The homemade pasta, including Gnocchi and Pappardelle, is crafted to perfection for an authentic taste sensation.
The ambiance is intimate, enhanced by friendly service, making it an ideal spot for casual gatherings. Don't forget to bring your favorite bottle, as Bistro La Baia is proudly BYOB. With generous portions and delectable desserts like tiramisu, every visit promises a memorable culinary journey!
Bread, Fresh Pasta and Sauces
Loaf of Bread
Rosemary bread baked fresh on our premises. Limited quantities.
Fresh Pasta
Gnocchi, Fettuccine, Pappardelle, (for 2 people)
Homemade Sauce, 16 oz Container
Fresh sauces made in the house
Lentil soup 16 oz
Half loaf of bread
Rosemary bread baked fresh on our premises
Combo 1
Salad, pasta dish, dessert
Combo 2
Appetizer, chicken dish
Family style
Appetizers and salads
Caprese "La Baia"
Mozzarella cheese with roasted peppers, tomatoes, basil, e.v.o.o.
Eggplant rollatini
Thin slices of eggplant, breaded and fried, stuffed with ricotta and parmiggiano, topped with mozzarella cheese, served with marinara sauce.
Arancini
Fried risotto balls, stuffed with fantina cheese, fried and served with marinara sauce
Zuppetta di Cozze
P.E.I. Mussels, cherry tomatoes, garlic, served in a spicy red or white sauce.
Insalata Caesar
Romaine lettuce, Traditional Caesar dressing, anchovies, croutons
Insalata Mista
Spring mix, cherry tomatoes, shaved Parmigiano, in a balsamic vinaigrette.
Insalata di Rucola e Mele
Organic baby Arugula, apples, figs, shaved parmiggiano in a balsamic vinaigrette.
Funghi Gratinati con Gamberi
Shiitake mushrooms and shrimp with garlic, Parmigiana cheese, balsamic and herbs.
Grigliata di Calamari
Marinated grilled calamari, served on a bed of Arugula, lemon capers dressing
POLPETTE
Pork and beef meatballs, stuffed with cheese, red sauce
Melanzane sicciliana
Grilled eggplants, tomatoes, roasted peppers, goat cheese, pesto, olives
Stuffed peppers
Bell peppers stuffed with spicy sausage, mushrooms, peas, rice in a marinara sauce
Fettuccine al Short Rib Ragu
Homemade fettuccine in Short Rib ragu sauce.
Ravioli di Aragosta
Ravioli stuffed with Lobster, in a light vodka sauce
Homemade ravioli
Walnut, basil, porcini mushrooms stuffed ravioli, in an alfredo sauce
Gnocchi Modo Mio
Homemade potato pasta served with the sauce of your choice.
Shrimp Marinara
Sauteed shrimp in tomato sauce over linguine.
Capellini Johnny Rocco
Angel hair pasta in a light spinach, tomatoes, olive oil and garlic sauce.
Pappardelle con Salsiccia
Pappardelle, sweet Italian sausage in vodka cream sauce.
Risotto Salmone
Arborio rice, salmon, peas, corn, in a light cognac sauce.
Capellini Pescatore
Cappellini pasta with mussels, clams, calamari, shrimp in a light tomato sauce.
Penne Arrabbiata
Penne pasta with spicy tomato and garlic sauce.
Fettuccine Cardinale
Fettuccine pasta, porcini mushrooms, creamy red wine sauce
Linguine Meatballs
Homemade beef and pork meatballs over linguine pasta, Parmesan cheese, pomodoro sauce
Risotto Primavera
Arborio rice with fresh vegetables in white wine sauce.
Pork chop, pizzicato sauce
Grilled pork chop, onion, red peppers and capers in a light tomato sauce
Pollo Genovese
Chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms and peas in a light tomato sauce.
Pollo Piccata
Chicken breast sauteed with lemon and white wine sauce.
Pollo Marsala
Chicken breast with mushrooms and Marsala wine.
Pollo Parmigiana
Chicken Breast lightly fried, Cheese, tomato sauce, served over linguine
Vitello Porcini
Veal scallopine with porcini mushroom sauce.
Vitello Pizzaiola
Veal scallopine sauteed with peppers, onion and capers in a light tomato sauce.
Vitello Cleopatra
Veal scallopine with apples and arugula in brandy sauce.
NY Strip Steak
Red Wine Mushroom Sauce, Served over Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables of the day
Lamb Chops
Lamb chops grilled to perfection, rosemary au jus reduction.
Orecchiette alla Pugliese
Shell shaped pasta with shrimp and sun-dried tomatoes in tomato sauce.
Pastas and Entrees
Seafood (with side of potatoes and vegetables)
Grilled wild Salmon
Grilled Salmon fillet, topped with tomatoes onions capers and olives
Tilapia
Pan-seared tilapia, white wine, lemon and capers sauce, served over potatoes and vegetables
Branzino
Mediterranean seabass, panseared, lemon capers sauce
Flounder Francaise
Egg buttered fillet of flounder, sauteed with lemon sauce
Flounder francese
Sauted egg buttered fillet of flounder, white wine sauce, side of vegetables and mashed potatoes
Coffee
Tea
Coca Cola
Mineral Water - Pelegrino
Home made Tiramisu
Lady Fingers, dipped in Espresso and layered with mascarpone cream
Aqua Panna
Chocolate Mousse
Dolci
Lunch
Caprese La Baia (lunch)
Zuppetta di Cozze (lunch)
PEI mussels, garlic, spicy red or white wine sauce
Funghi (lunch)
Sauted mushrooms, shrimp, parmiggiano
Caesar Salad (lunch)
Crispy romaine, anchovies, croutons, traditional Caesar dressing
Insalata Mista (lunch)
Mixed Greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, shaved Parmesan
Polpette (lunch)
Pork and Beef Meatballs, Cheese, Red Sauce
Grilled Calamari (lunch)
Tender grilled Calamari, over a bed of Arugula, Tomatoes, garnished with Capers in a Lemon dressing
Homemade Gnocchi (lunch)
Homemade Potato Gnocchi, Cheese, sauce of your choice
Linguine Meatball (lunch)
Fresh Italian Pasta, Pork & Beef Meatballs, Cheese, Red Sauce
Pappardelle con Salsiccia (lunch)
Homemade Wide ribbons of pasta, sweet Italian sausage, wodka sauce
Penne Arrabiata (lunch)
Penne Pasta, spicy tomato sauce
Lobster Ravioli (lunch)
Ravioli stuffed with lobster in a vodka sauce
Fettuccine Short Rib Ragu (lunch)
Homemade Fettuccine pasta, short rib ragu sauce
Meatball Sandwich
shaved parmiggiano, marinara sauce on Italian bread
Grilled Chicken sandwich
lettuce, rosted peppers, shaved parmiggiano, olive oil & balsamic
Chicken Parmiggiana Sandwich
Breaded chicken, mozzarella, marinara sauce
Grilled Sausage sandwich
Roasted peppers, spinach, Italian bread
Vegetarian sandwich
lettuce, tomato, rosted peppers, marinated grilled eggplant, grilled zucchini
Chicken Cutlet sandwich
lettuce, tomatoes, rosted peppers, shaved parmiggiano