There’s something about fall that makes dinner feel a little more special.
The days get shorter, the evenings get cooler, and suddenly we’re craving the rich, savory, comforting flavors that make this time of year so inviting. Think caramelized vegetables, earthy mushrooms, warm spices, balsamic, truffle, and just a little sweetness to finish the night.
At Bettolino Kitchen, you can find all of those flavors and more across our menu! We’ve put together one of our favorite ways to experience the season: a three-course meal paired with a cocktail that tastes like fall in a glass.
🍂 Start With: Brussels & Balsamic
Every great dinner starts with something worth sharing! Our fan-favorite and timeless Brussels & Balsamic takes sautéed Brussels sprouts and gives them a rich, savory treatment with pancetta, rosemary croutons, and a balsamic sauce.
It’s everything we love about fall on one plate: warm, savory, crisp, and just a little indulgent. The Brussels sprouts bring an earthy, slightly sweet flavor, while the pancetta adds savory richness. Crispy rosemary croutons bring texture and an aromatic herbal note, and the balsamic sauce ties everything together with a bright, tangy sweetness.
And there’s a reason Brussels sprouts have become such a beloved cold-weather staple. They’re hearty enough to stand up to bold flavors, making them the perfect beginning to a cozy fall dinner.
🍁 The Main Event: Chicken Tartufata
For the main course, we’re leaning into one of fall’s most luxurious flavors: truffle. Our Chicken Tartufata features free-range chicken breast served with crimini mushrooms, grilled asparagus, pastina, and a Marsala truffle sauce.
The combination is rich without feeling heavy. Earthy crimini mushrooms and aromatic truffle bring depth to the dish, while the Marsala sauce adds a subtle sweetness and warmth. Grilled asparagus provides a fresh, slightly charred contrast, and delicate pastina rounds out the plate.
It’s the kind of dish that makes you want to slow down and savor every bite!
🍰 Finish With: Calabrian Pasta Cake
Of course, no three-course dinner is complete without dessert. And if you’re going to finish a fall meal at Bettolino, why not try something a little unexpected?
The Calabrian Pasta Cake is a unique take on dessert, featuring delicate pasta dough folded with sweet mascarpone sauce, citrus zest, powdered sugar, and vanilla sauce.
The delicate pasta dough creates an unexpectedly light texture, while sweet mascarpone and vanilla sauce bring creamy richness. Citrus zest adds a bright, aromatic finish, and powdered sugar ties everything together with just the right touch of sweetness.
It’s a playful way to end the meal—and a reminder that at Bettolino, Italian-inspired cooking doesn’t have to fit into a box.
🥃 Pair It All With: The Banana Bread Old Fashioned
Now for the cocktail that might just be fall’s unofficial drink at Bettolino.
The Banana Bread Old Fashioned combines Michter’s Bourbon, banana liqueur, and chocolate and walnut bitters. It’s warm, smooth, nutty, and subtly sweet, with the familiar flavors of banana bread transformed into an elegant bourbon cocktail.
The bourbon brings warmth and depth, while banana liqueur adds a soft fruitiness. Chocolate and walnut bitters round it out with rich, toasted notes that make this cocktail feel right at home alongside an autumn dinner. It’s basically the cozy sweater of cocktails.
🍂 Come Taste Fall at Bettolino
The best part about fall dining isn’t just the food, it’s the experience. Whether you’re planning a fall date night in Redondo Beach, catching up with friends, or simply looking for a reason to make a night of dinner, Bettolino Kitchen has the flavors to make the season feel special.
Reserve your table at Bettolino Kitchen in Redondo Beach and enjoy the season with us!
