Carino 'Japanese Italian Kitchen' Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Carino 'Japanese Italian Kitchen', a unique dining destination located in Calgary, where the worlds of Japanese and Italian cuisine beautifully intertwine. The menu is a vibrant tapestry of flavors, showcasing the best of both culinary traditions.
- Featured Dishes: The standout item is the Special Seafood Pasta, a delightful amalgamation of lobster, prawns, and bay scallops, all tossed in a stunning Aglio e Olio—pure indulgence at CA$39.00.
- Another must-try, the Sizzling Saltimbocca Carbonara, melds Japanese cutlet pork tenderloin with sage and a rich carbonara sauce for CA$24.00.
- For ramen lovers, the Spicy Wagyu Tan Tan Miso offers an addictive combination of rich flavors at CA$25.00.
With dishes praised for their flavor depth and harmonious fusion, Carino promises an unforgettable culinary experience that beckons you to return and explore more!
Side
Sauteed Vegetables
Flat Bread With Pesto
Ciabatta Bread
French Fries With Spicy Mayo
Tonkotsu Miso
Char Siu, Green onion, Bamboo Shoots, Ajitama, Wakame Seaweed & Crispy Garlic.
Chicken Shoyu
Char Siu, Green Omion, Naruto, Bamboo Shoots, Ajitama & Toasted Seaweed.
Duck Duck Tsukemen (Dipping Style With Extra Noodle)
1.5 Portion of Noodle, Sliced Smoked Duck Breast, Pulled Duck leg Confit, Green Onion, Arugula, Bamboo Shoots, Ajitama, Homemade Umami Paste & Toasted Seaweed
Tonkotsu Shoyu
Char Siu, Spinach, Ajitama & Toasted Seaweeds.
Spicy Wagyu Tan Tan Miso
House-made Chili Oil, Green Onion, Corn, Bok choy & Ajitama.
Tonkotsu "Red & Black"
Char Siu, Kikurage, Chives, Sesame Seeds, Ajitama & Toasted Seaweed.
Ume Shio
Char Siu, Japanese Plum and Basil, Kaiware Daikon, Bonito Flakes, Ajitama & Toasted Seaweed.
Spicy “Tomato” Tsukemen (Dipping Style With Extra Noodle)
Char Siu, Green Onion, Arugula, Bamboo Shoots, Ajitama, Spicy Tomato Paste & Toasted Seaweed.
Ramen
Pasta
Tagliatelle With Tempeh Ragu (Vegetarian)
Mushroom, Parmesan Cheese & Truffle Oil.
Gyozagna
Pork Gyoza dumpling, Wagyu Meat Sauce & Mozzarella Cheese.
Spicy Linguine Alla Vongole
Clams, Garlic, Chili, Yuzu Kosho & Zucchini.
Tagliatelle With Italian Sausage Rose Sauce
Double Smoked Bacon, Mushroom, Parmesan Cheese & Cream Tomato Sauce.
Ricotta Gnocchi With Prawns And Pesto Sauce
Pesto Cream & Parmesan Cheese.
Bucatini With Wagyu Meat Sauce
Parmesan Cheese & Truffle Oil.
Spicy Duck "Nanban" Soup
Duck Leg Confit, Shimeji & Eringi-Mushroom, Baby Bok choy, Soy-Dashi Broth & Truffle Oil.
Agedashi Mozzarella
Basil Tempura, Japanese Plum Puree & Soy Dashi Glaze.
Ahi Tuna Carpaccio
Gluten-Free. Spicy Yuzu Kosho Oil, Topped with Arugula Salad, Yuzu Vinaigrette & Parmesan Cheese.
Kale Noodle Salad
Vegetarian. Mixed Green & Yuzu Wasabi Vinaigrette.
"Carino" Caprese Salad
Gluten-Free. Topped with Arugula Salad & Yuzu Vinaigrette.
Sushi Tacos 3 Ways
Ahi Tuna Poke, Dynamite Tempura Prawn & Spicy Lobster.
Spicy Mussels Hot Pot With Frites
Clams, Italian Sausages, Spicy Tomato Dashi Broth.
Spicy Tuna Tartare
Gluten-Free. Albacore Tuna, Avocado, Green Onion, Sesame Oil, Hot Chili Sauce, Tamari Soy Sauce & Tortilla Chips.
Momo Pizza
6pc Momo Stuffed with Spiced Ground Pork & Cilantro. Pizza Sauce, Olives, Peppers, Mozzarella & Basil.
Chicken Karaage
Basil Mayo, Nanami Spice & Italian Herbs.
Antipasti & Insalata
Drinks
San Pellegrino Orange
San Pellegrino
Yuzu Soda
San Pellegrino Lemon
Calpico
Alberta Beef Striploin With Seared Foie Gras
14 oz Steak with Wagyu Meat Sauce, Spaghetti Aglio Olio e Peperoncino & Yuzu Vinaigrette Salad.
Special Seafood Pasta
Lobster, Prawns, Bay Scallops, Tobiko & Edamame with Pasta Aglio e Olio.
Pan Seared Scallops
Shimeji-Mushroom Risotto, Crispy Soppressata, Topped with Truffle Vinaigrette Salad.
Duck! Duck!!
Pan Roasted Duck Breast, Spicy Penne with Pulled Duck Leg Confit & Edamame.
Sizzling Saltimbocca Carbonara
Japanese Cutlet of Pork Tenderloin, Sage, Prosciutto, Egg & Pasta.
Pescatore With Curry Risotto
Large Prawn, Clams, Mussels, Calamari & Italian Sausage.
Rack Of Lamb Sapporo Style
4 chops of Lamb, Curry Risotto & Sauteed vegetables.