Castelvetrano olives are plump, green, fruity olives named after the town in Italy where they originate. Olives will have their stones (aka pits). Marinated with thyme, rosemary, and espelette pepper.
Vegan & Gluten Free
$7.00
Speck & Seasonal Fruit
Thinly sliced cured lightly smoked ham, farmers market melon, a touch of fresh mint and healthy drizzle of olive oil.
Gluten Free
$16.00
Garlic Bread
Classic, no reason to reinvent this one! Acme rustic Italian loaf, butter, garlic, and parmesan! Toasty in the oven.
Vegetarian
$9.00
Crispy Mushrooms
Maitaki mushrooms (hen of the woods), cut into bite size clusters, dry fried (no batter) and served with Fresno chilis and "green mayo".
Vegetarian, Gluten Free & Dairy Free (Vegan w/o mayo)
$14.00
Mockingbird Fried Brussels Sprouts
Our signature, semi-famous dish. Brussels sprouts are cut in half, deep fried and served with aioli*, blue cheese, fresh time & saba.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free (Vegan w/o cheese & aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$14.00
French Fries
Still taking them seriously! We only use Kennebec potatoes, with flesh that is firm and low in moisture so they’re never limp and soggy! Served with aioli* & good old Heinz ketchup.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free (Vegan w/o aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$9.00
Side Of Marinara
$2.00
Fried
Crispy Mushrooms
Maitaki mushrooms (hen of the woods), cut into bite size clusters, dry fried (no batter) and served with Fresno chilis and "green mayo".
Vegetarian, Gluten Free & Dairy Free (Vegan w/o mayo)
$14.00
Mockingbird Fried Brussels Sprouts
Our signature, semi-famous dish. Brussels sprouts are cut in half, deep fried and served with aioli*, blue cheese, fresh time & saba.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free (Vegan w/o cheese & aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$14.00
French Fries
Still taking them seriously! We only use Kennebec potatoes, with flesh that is firm and low in moisture so they’re never limp and soggy! Served with aioli* & good old Heinz ketchup.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free (Vegan w/o aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$9.00
Leafy
Butter Lettuces
Peaches - candied pancetta - hazelnuts - pickled red onion - blue cheese dressing
Gluten Free
This hearty salad is perfect for sharing or as a light meal all on it's own! Cubes of salami, provalone cheese, peperoncino, and ceci beans are balanced by our red wine vinegar "spiked" dressing, just like Mom used to make. Garnished with a dusting of Parmesan.
Gluten Free
A classic pasta dish found on restaurant menus throughout Rome. Like many beloved dishes there is much debate on "the right way" to make it! We do ours with guanciale (similar to pancetta), whole egg (raw)*, a mix of pecorino romano and parmesan, and lots of black pepper. Modifications not recommended.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$22.00
Potato Gnocchi
yellow corn - cherry tomatoes - basil pesto
Vegetarian (can be made Dairy-free w/out cheese)
$25.00
Hearty
Grilled Hanger Steak
Prime hanger steak grilled to med-rare (unless otherwise specified) from our friends at Flannery Beef. Served with a raw radish & fennel salad and Bagna Cauda sauce. Traditionally served in Piedmont as a warm dip for raw vegetables, Bagna Cauda is a perfect match for our beautiful radish salad from Riverdog Farms. This dish is only made better with a side of fries!
Gluten Free
$38.00
Chicken Parmigiana
A classic for a reason! Pounded breaded chicken breast deep-fried then simmered in tomato sauce; w/mozzarella cheese melted on top and side salad.
Whole fish grilled with fresh lemon and herbs, finished with a salsa rustica.
Gluten Free & Dairy Free, modifications not recommended
$36.00
Grace's Meatballs
Beef & pork meatballs based on a beloved grandmother's recipe. All the usual suspects: onion, garlic, breadcrumb & spices; simmered in tomato sauce, with pecorino romano, parmigiano-reggiano, & basil, w/grilled bread on the side.
Flannery ground beef - provolone - pancetta - “spicy secret sauce” - lettuce tomatoes - red onion - pickled green tomato - soft roll - add fries +$4
$18.00
Sweets
Bread Pudding
It's back! Our signature bread pudding: Acme pain de mie, soaked and baked in vanilla nutmeg custard. Hot and toasty, topped with salted caramel and whipped cream.
Vegetarian
Rich chocolate pudding made with 66% semi-sweet chocolate from local chocolate maker Guittard, layered with house-made gianduia & cream.
Gluten Free, Vegetarian
$14.00
Biscotti
A classic Italian twist baked cookie: our recipe gifted to us from a true Italian chef; with hazelnut & anise.
Vegetarian
$5.00
Kids Menu
Kids Pasta
A kid-friendly portion of pasta with a choice of simple options to ensure happy (and full), discerning young diners. Served with a side of broccoli.
$10.00
This & That
Castelvetrano Olives
Castelvetrano olives are plump, green, fruity olives named after the town in Italy where they originate. Olives will have their stones (aka pits). Marinated with thyme, rosemary, and espelette pepper.
Vegan & Gluten Free
$7.00
Garlic Bread
Classic, no reason to reinvent this one! Acme rustic Italian loaf, butter, garlic, and parmesan! Toasty in the oven.
Vegetarian
$9.00
Mockingbird Fried Brussels Sprouts
Our signature, semi-famous dish. Brussels sprouts are cut in half, deep fried and served with aioli*, blue cheese, fresh time & saba.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free (Vegan w/o cheese & aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$14.00
French Fries
Still taking them seriously! We only use Kennebec potatoes, with flesh that is firm and low in moisture so they’re never limp and soggy! Served with aioli* & good old Heinz ketchup.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free (Vegan w/o aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$9.00
Speck & Seasonal Fruit
Thinly sliced cured lightly smoked ham, farmers market melon, a touch of fresh mint and healthy drizzle of olive oil.
Gluten Free
$16.00
Butter Bean Purée
A perfect puree of butter beans with garlic, lemon & olive oil, garnished w/semi-dried cherry tomatoes, castelvetrano olives, and grilled scallions. Served w/fresh crunchy veggies (carrot, radish, belgian endive) & crostini for dipping.
$14.00
Salads & Such
Chopped Salad
This hearty salad is perfect for sharing or as a light meal all on it's own! Cubes of salami, provalone cheese, peperoncino, and ceci beans are balanced by our red wine vinegar "spiked" dressing, just like Mom used to make. Garnished with a dusting of Parmesan.
Gluten Free
Peaches - candied pancetta - hazelnuts - pickled red onion - blue cheese dressing
Gluten Free
$17.00
Sandwiches
The Mockingburger
Flannery ground beef - provolone - pancetta - “spicy secret sauce” - lettuce tomatoes - red onion - pickled green tomato - soft roll - add fries +$4
$18.00
Open Faced Tuna Melt
The best of everything: our buttery delicious garlic bread topped with tuna salad and melted provolone cheese. Pepperoncini added to the mix to keep things bright!
$16.00
“Chicken-Fried” Hen Of The Woods Mushroom Sandwich
Don't let the name fool you, this a vegetarian option! Buttermilk-battered and fried mushrooms on an Acme sesame bun with aioli, pickled onions, yellow mustard & shredded lettuces.
yellow corn - cherry tomatoes - basil pesto
Vegetarian (can be made Dairy-free w/out cheese)
$25.00
Grace’s Meatballs
Beef & pork meatballs simmered in tomato sauce - pecorino Romano - parmigiano-reggiano- basil - grilled bread
$22.00
Chicken Parmigiana
A classic for a reason! Pounded breaded chicken breast deep-fried then simmered in tomato sauce; w/mozzarella cheese melted on top.
$19.00
Lasagne Alla Bolognese Con Melanzane
beef bolognese - eggplant - fresh pasta
basil ricotta - bechamel - side salad
$26.00
Kids Pasta
A kid-friendly portion of pasta with a choice of simple options to ensure happy (and full), discerning young diners. Served with a side of broccoli.
$10.00
Sweets
Bread Pudding
It's back! Our signature bread pudding: Acme pain de mie, soaked and baked in vanilla nutmeg custard. Hot and toasty, topped with salted caramel and whipped cream.
Vegetarian
Rich chocolate pudding made with 66% semi-sweet chocolate from local chocolate maker Guittard, layered with house-made gianduia & cream.
Gluten Free, Vegetarian
$14.00
Biscotti
A classic Italian twist baked cookie: our recipe gifted to us from a true Italian chef; with hazelnut & anise.
Vegetarian
$5.00
Highlights
Baked French Toast
We use Acme pan di mie "milk bread" and soak it overnight in a vanilla & nutmeg scented custard; garnished with spiced plum sauce & whipped ricotta.
Vegetarian
Peaches - candied pancetta - hazelnuts - pickled red onion - blue cheese dressing
Gluten Free
$17.00
Nibbly
Butter Bean Purée
A perfect puree of butter beans with garlic, lemon & olive oil, garnished w/semi-dried cherry tomatoes, castelvetrano olives, and grilled scallions. Served w/fresh crunchy veggies (carrot, radish, belgian endive) & crostini for dipping.
$14.00
French Fries
Still taking them seriously! We only use Kennebec potatoes, with flesh that is firm and low in moisture so they’re never limp and soggy! Served with aioli* & good old Heinz ketchup.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free (Vegan w/o aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$9.00
Ricotta Doughnut Holes
Warm doughnut holes, deep-fried to order and dusted with nutmeg & sugar.
Vegetarian
$12.00
Mockingbird Fried Brussels Sprouts
Our signature, semi-famous dish. Brussels sprouts are cut in half, deep fried and served with aioli*, blue cheese, fresh time & saba.
Vegetarian, Gluten Free (Vegan w/o cheese & aioli)
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
Peaches - candied pancetta - hazelnuts - pickled red onion - blue cheese dressing
Gluten Free
$17.00
Chopped Salad
This hearty salad is perfect for sharing or as a light meal all on it's own! Cubes of salami, provalone cheese, peperoncino, and ceci beans are balanced by our red wine vinegar "spiked" dressing, just like Mom used to make. Garnished with a dusting of Parmesan.
Gluten Free
$17.00
Sandwiches
“Chicken-Fried” Hen Of The Woods Mushroom Sandwich
Don't let the name fool you, this a vegetarian option! Buttermilk-battered and fried mushrooms on an Acme sesame bun with aioli, pickled onions, yellow mustard & shredded lettuces.
$16.00
The Mockingburger
Flannery ground beef - provolone - pancetta - “spicy secret sauce” - lettuce tomatoes - red onion - pickled green tomato - soft roll - add fries +$4
$18.00
Breakfast Bagel Sandwich
Breakfast, brunch, lunch, why not dinner; this sandwich is unbelievably delicious no matter what time of day it is! A toasted Boichik bagel with hash browns, a fried egg, pancetta, provolone cheese, and pickled fresno chilis.
2 poached eggs with grilled summer squash, summer tomatoes, speck (think cured pork in the manner of prosciutto), crispy potatoes, and garnished with mustard cream sauce.
Gluten Free
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
Two eggs in a spicy Nduja spiked (Calabrian pork sausage) tomato sauce with parmesan - arugula - grilled bread
Vegetarian
$19.00
Tofu Scramble
Three eggs scrambled with tofu from local maker Hodo, spinach, fava beans, semi-dried cherry tomatoes, and crispy potatoes.
Vegetarian
$18.00
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
A classic pasta dish found on restaurant menus throughout Rome. Like many beloved dishes there is much debate on "the right way" to make it! We do ours with guanciale (similar to pancetta), whole egg (raw)*, a mix of pecorino romano and parmesan, and lots of black pepper. Modifications not recommended.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness; especially if you have a medical condition.
$22.00
Grace’s Meatballs
Beef & pork meatballs simmered in tomato sauce - pecorino Romano - parmigiano-reggiano- basil - grilled bread
$22.00
Sweets
Bread Pudding
It's back! Our signature bread pudding: Acme pain de mie, soaked and baked in vanilla nutmeg custard. Hot and toasty, topped with salted caramel and whipped cream.
Vegetarian
Rich chocolate pudding made with 66% semi-sweet chocolate from local chocolate maker Guittard, layered with house-made gianduia & cream.
Gluten Free, Vegetarian
$14.00
Biscotti
A classic Italian twist baked cookie: our recipe gifted to us from a true Italian chef; with hazelnut & anise.
Vegetarian
$5.00
Kids Menu (Copy)
Kids Pasta
A kid-friendly portion of pasta with a choice of simple options to ensure happy (and full), discerning young diners. Served with a side of broccoli.
$10.00
Books
East Bay Cooks
This beautiful compilation from James Beard Award-winning writer Carolyn Jung features 80 signature recipes from 40 different iconic East Bay restaurants, including Mockingbird! This lovely cookbook is packed with stories, insights, and tips that celebrate the rich diversity of our region and the bounty of incredible local ingredients.
$25.00
Food People
Beautifully featuring Mockingbird, and our very own intrepid leader Melissa Axelrod "Food People are the Best People shares the stories of how chefs, restaurateurs, sommeliers, farmers and purveyors cooked, comforted, and created through crisis.
A portrait of strength and resilience through one of the toughest times in our history, featuring over 100 leaders in the food world, these reflections and photographs are a testament to our collective experiences and appreciation of our connection through food.
With a portion of proceeds going to No Kid Hungry, this book highlights some exceptional people and helps with food insecurity in our communities." -foodpeoplebook.com