MENU | Redwood Cafe

In 2010 the seed for Redwood Café was planted. Starting out of a small wine bar and bakery, our full-service restaurant was born. Redwood Café opened in 2012. Since then we have been serving Modesto as a casually elegant restaurant suitable for all occasions. From business meetings & casual dates to celebrations & intimate dinners.

We like to define ourselves as American cuisine, with a modern flare. We take ordinary and create extraordinary. From our steaks to short ribs, to fish, to pizza, we have something on our menu for everyone to enjoy.

Whether it’s a birthday dinner, anniversary, or just a Thursday night dinner, come join us and make sure it’s a night full of good wine, drinks, and food with impeccable service.

Traditional food with an American, modern flare *Menu is subject to change* Please click on the Modesto Menu or the Oakdale Menu options above to view the menus from each location.

Starters

Bruschetta

tomatoes, basil, chopped garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper, crostini

Mac & Cheese

house made cheddar cheese sauce, orchiette pasta, parmesan panic crust

$14

Phyllo Wrapped Brie

granny smith apples, truffle honey, candied walnuts

$13

Crab Arancini

arborio rice, dungeness crab, creme fraiche citrus aioli

Antipasto

daily selection of meats and cheeses, olives, canid walnuts, dried cranberries, crostinis

$26

Coconut Shrimp

mixed greens, toasted coconut, sweet chili aioli

$14

Meatballs

Nona Campana's meatballs, marinara, fried haloumi cheese, parmesan herb crumble

$14

Lamb Lollipops

grilled Australian lamb chops, mixed greens, balsamic reduction

Grilled Octopus

marinated grilled tentacle, corn cream, wild arugula, tomato salad

Spanish Garlic Prawns

smoked paprika, olive oil garlic, red pepper flakes, toasted baguette

Soup & Salads

Soup of the Day

freshly made, cup or bowl

Spinach Salad

baby spinach, warm bacon, red onion, boiled egg, poppy seed vinaigrette

$12

Café Caesar

romaine lettuce, grana padano parmesan, caesar croutons, anchovy caesar dressing

$12

House Salad

locally grown organic lettuces, balsamic vinaigrette, carrots, cherry tomatoes

Wedge Salad

romaine hearts, pancetta, tomatoes, red onion, focaccia croutons, gorgonzola dressing

Pastas

Bucatini & Meatballs

"Nona Campana's" meatballs, house made marinara, grana padano

$22

Spicy Chicken Pasta

artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, bacon cream sauce, orecchiette pasta

$23

Chicken Parmesan

alfredo parpadelle, house-made marinara, shredded mozzarella

Grilled Beef Pasta

capers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, bucatini pasta, olive oil, garlic butter

Pizza

Classic Margarita

house marinara, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil ~ add veggies for $2

$15

Braised Short Rib

garlic puree, tomatoes, brussel sprout leaves, mozzarella, fiscalini purple moon, red onions

$21

Pancetta Capers

pancetta, capers, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, wild arugula, olive oil garlic

$22

Spicy Meatball

"Nona Campana's" meatballs, marinara, mozzarella, calabrian chillies, basil

$18

Italian Salami

house made marinara, mozzarella, italian salami & sausage, fresh basil

$19

Pesto Chicken

roasted chicken, pesto cream, bacon, sun dried tomatoes, red onion, balsamic reduction

Mains

Risotto of the Day

please ask server

Short Ribs

slow braised beef short ribs, rosemary polenta, baby carrots, cranberry bourbon demi

$29

Rib Eye ~ 14oz

mashed potaoes, sauteed bell peppers, spinach, broccolini, red wine reduction (heavy marbling)

$42

Filet Mignon ~ 8oz

mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, compound butter (light marbling)

$45

Day Boat Scallops

wild mushroom risotto, brown butter sage sauce, seasonal vegetables

$40

Roasted Chicken

mushrooms, bacon onion, white wine garlic, mashed potatoes

$19

Pork Schnitzel

mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, wild mushroom bacon cream sauce

$29

Shrimp & Grits

fiscalli cheddar grits, smoked bacon, scallion cream sauce

$25

Seared Salmon

Ora King Salmon, fingerling potatoes, seasonal vegetables, garlic honey mustard glaze

Sides

Add On

~mashed potatoes ~seasonal vegetable medley ~parmesan-herb risotto ~ cheese grits ~ polenta

Gluten Free

~gluten free pasta ~gluten free pizza crust

Dessert

Vanilla Bean Brûlée

fresh berries

Tiramisu

coco powder & caramel sauce

Ghirardelli Chocolate Brownie

chocolate & dried raspberry. vanilla bean ice cream

Flourless Chocolate Cake

chocolate ganache and house made marshmallow

Vanilla Bean Cheesecake

fruit compote

Cinnamon Bread Pudding

house made caramel sauce and vanilla bean ice cream

Gelatos or Sorbettos

inquire with your server for available flavors