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The Story of
Cucina Pantheon

Cucina Al Pantheon was born from a love of tradition, community, and gathering. We’ve created a space where Mystic locals feel at home and visitors are welcomed like family—a place as comforting as dining at your nonna’s table, yet elevated enough for life’s most meaningful celebrations. From casual dinners to anniversaries, our goal is to be part of the stories that bring people together.

Set inside Mystic’s historic 1931 granite bank, the Pantheon-inspired columns now frame a new kind of gathering place. Just as the Pantheon in Rome has welcomed people for centuries, we envision this as Mystic’s living room—where friends, families, and neighbors share meals, wine, and conversation. Every dish is crafted with intention, blending Italy’s finest ingredients with a curated wine and cocktail program, but most importantly, we aim to create memories that linger long after the last bite.

Authentic Italian Flavors,
Crafted with Passion

At Cucina Al Pantheon, our menu is a love letter to Italy — where tradition, simplicity, and quality come together beautifully. From silky handmade pastas to rich, slow-simmered sauces and perfectly seared entrées, every plate reflects Restauranteur Petrit Marku’s dedication to authentic Italian cuisine. Pair your meal with a curated wine or handcrafted cocktail and savor the flavors of Italy in every bite.

Starters

Antipasto

Antipasto

24 months aged san daniele Prosciutto, porchetta, speck, dry cured salami, Parmigiano, Pecorino Romano, artichokes, hot peppers, green olives

$26
Homemade Meatballs

Homemade Meatballs

100% grass-fed beef, Homemade Pomodoro sauce, Parmesan Cheese

$18
Fritto Misto

Fritto misto

Fried calamari, Shrimp, carrots, Zucchini, homemade marinara

$19
Mussels

Mussels

PEI Mussels, garlic, hot peppers, marinara, with artisan crostini

$18
Gamberi Croccanti

Gamberi Croccanti

Jumbo shrimp, homemade tarter sauce

$19

Salads — From the Garden

Organic Tomato Salad

Organic Tomato Salad

fresh Organic tomatoes, French cheese, kalamata olives, peppers, red onions, cucumbers, Extra virgin Olive Oil

$20
Caesar Salad

Caesar

Romain lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons homemade caesar dressing

$13
Burrata

Burrata

Imported Burrata, Pistachio Pesto, Cherry Tomato, Basil, home made crostini

$16
Caprese Salad

Caprese Salad

Fresh Mozzarella cheese, organic tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze

$18
Wedge Salad

Wedge Salad

Crispy Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Gorgonzola Cheese, Homemade Dressing

$16

Starters

Local Oysters

Frutti di Mare

scallops, Shrimp, Mussels, little neck Clams, calamari, Linguine, Homemade pomodoro sauce

$39
Local Oysters

Tagliolini Bolognese

homemade USDA beef bolognese, fresh tagliolini, aged pecorino Romano

$30
Spaghetti with Meatballs

Spaghetti with Meatballs

Homemade grass-Fed meatballs, marinara sauce, Fresh Parmesan

$29
Free Range Chicken Parmesan

Free Range Chicken Parmesan

Panko crusted chicken breast, Fresh Mozzarella, Spaghetti, marinara Sauce

$32
Rigatoni All’ Amatriciana

Rigatoni All’ Amatriciana

Pancetta, Onions, Homemade Pomodoro Sauce, Cracked Black Pepper

$29

Entrees

Melanzane Alla Parmigiana

Melanzane Alla Parmigiana

Thinly sliced layers of delicate eggplant, fresh mozzarella, and chefs homemade san marzano pomadoro sauce

$28
Frutti di Mare

Frutti di Mare

Scallops, Shrimp, Mussels, little neck Clams calamari, over pasta with home made pomodoro sauce

$39
Tagliolini Bolognese

Tagliolini Bolognese

Homemade slow-cooked USDA beef bolognese fresh tagliolini, aged pecorino romano

$30
Salmon Alla Griglia

Salmon Alla Griglia

Grilled Salmon with asparagus parmesan risotto

$34
Prime Cut 16Oz Ribeye

Prime Cut 16Oz Ribeye

Allen Brothers usda prime beef, roasted potatoes, grilled seasonal vegetables

$60
Organic Bells & Evans Chicken

Organic Bells & Evans Chicken

Slow roasted bone in chicken, mushroom parmesan risotto with a Rosemary jus

$38

Pizza

Margherita Classica

Plain

Fresh mozzarella cheese and homemade pomodoro sauce

$20
Margherita

Margherita

Fresh sliced mozzarella, homemade pomodoro sauce, fresh basil

$23
4 Formaggi

4 Formaggi

Mozzarella, Brie, Gorgonzola, Parmigiano

$24
Bufala e Prosciutto

Bufala e Prosciutto

24 months aged san daniele Prosciutto, basil, Bufala mozzarella cheese

$24
Diavola

Diavola

Pepperoni, Pomodoro sauce, Mozzarella

$23
Capricciosa

Capricciosa

Prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, artichokes, Pomodoro sauce, mozzarella,

$24
Porchetta

Porchetta

Pomodoro, Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, roasted peppers

$24
Pantheon

Pantheon

Speck, Mozzarella, Cherry tomatoes, crispy eggplant, pecorino, fresh basil

$25
Napoli

Napoli

Pomodoro Sauce, Anchovies, Kalamata Olives, Oregano, Garlic, olive Oil

$23
Garden

Garden

Fresh mozzarella, pomodoro sauce, roasted peppers, zucchini, mushrooms

$24

Chef’s Homemade Desserts

Tiramisu

Tiramisu

$12
Pannacotta e frutti di Bosco

Pannacotta e frutti di Bosco

$12
Ricotta Cheesecake

Ricotta Cheesecake

$13
Torta della Nonna

Torta della Nonna

$13

Aperitivo

Verde Spritz

Verde Spritz

Vodka, elderflower, mint, lime, and Prosecco. our lush and refreshing garden in a glass.

$16
Aperol Tropicale

Aperol Tropicale

Clementine Aperol, lime, Prosecco, and pineapple foam. sunshine served in a glass.

$16
Negroni Di Pantheon

Negroni Di Pantheon

Malfy Gin, Campari, Carpano Antica bold and eternal like the pantheon in Italy.

$16
Espresso Del Museo

Espresso Del Museo

Vanilla vodka, chocolate bitters, fresh espresso. a masterpiece in motion.

$16
Bianca di Fumo

Bianca di Fumo

Mezcal, Campari, lime, grapefruit passion wrapped in fire and mist

$16
Dirty Martini

Dirty Martini

Bombay gin, dirty brine, olive air elegance with a wicked grin

$18
Tiramisu Martini

Tiramisu Martini

Vodka, Amaretto, creme de cacao, espresso Dessert and a nightcap in one luxurious sip

$18

Cocktails & Aperitifs

Negroni di Pantheon

$16

Malfy Gin, Campari, Carpano Antica — bold and eternal like the Pantheon in Italy.

Tiramisu Martini

$18

Vodka, Amaretto, creme de cacao, espresso — dessert and a nightcap in one luxurious sip.

Aperol Tropicale

$16

Clementine Aperol, lime, Prosecco, and pineapple foam. sunshine served in a glass.

Espresso Del Museo

$16

Vanilla vodka, chocolate bitters, fresh espresso. a masterpiece in motion.

Espresso Del Museo Home

Ambience & Elegance

More than a meal, an Italian journey. Step into our world where every detail tells the story of Italian elegance and hospitality.

Cucina Al Pantheon

Signature Dishes

Prime Cut 16oz Ribeye H

Prime Cut 16Oz Ribeye

Allen Brothers usda prime beef, roasted potatoes, grilled seasonal vegetables

Oceans Elegance H

Oceans Elegance

Sashimi-grade Bluefin tuna tartare with a ginger sauce served on the side

Salumi E Formaggi H

Salumi e Formaggi

Antipasto imported selection of italy’s finest cured meats and cheese 24 month aged prosciutto di san daniele, porchetta, speck, dry cured salami, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, marinated artichokes, calabrian peppers, green olives

Salmon Alla Griglia H

Salmon alla Griglia

Grilled Salmon with asparagus parmesan risotto

Melanzane Alla Parmigiana H2

Melanzane Alla Parmigiana

Thinly sliced layers of delicate eggplant, fresh mozzarella, and chefs homemade san marzanopomadoro sauce

 
 

Book a Table - Cucina Pantheon

To reserve your table, please contact us using the details below — our team will be happy to assist you.

Address

54 W Main St, Mystic
Connecticut 06355

Hours

Monday - Wednesday - Thursday  4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday  Closed
Friday - Saturday  12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday  12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

In the Heart of Mystic’s Foodie Capital

You’ll find us at 54 West Main Street, just steps from Mystic’s shops, galleries, and waterfront views. Once a historic bank, our building now welcomes guests to one of Connecticut’s most breathtaking dining destinations.

Come see why Mystic is the foodie capital of Connecticut — and why Cucina Al Pantheon has quickly become its crown jewel.