At Cafe Forte the motto is 'enjoy life one bite at a time.' Since opening in 1996 Chef Grace Rubel has used locally sourced produce to create daring interpretations of classic recipes with a focus on quality and old-world charm.Located in the heart of Scottsdale's Art District, the welcoming dining room at Cafe Forte was designed by the award-winning Carsten's Design group and pays tribute to the earthy ambiance of the desert while reflecting the creativity of the neighborhood. Guests can expect VIP treatment when dining in the elegant restaurant or while enjoying a glass of wine at a table outside on the sidewalk patio. Enjoy life by savoring a delicious meal at Cafe Forte.
chicken & vegetable with a sesame soy dipping sauce.
Soup & Salad
Soup Du JourUS$6.50
Chilled GazpachoUS$7.00
Organic Mixed Green SaladUS$7.00
tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette.
Romaine & Arugala SaladUS$8.00
tossed with walnuts, gorgonzola cheese in a dijon vinaigrette.
Cafe Caesar SaladUS$8.00
with anchovies and shredded parmesan cheese.
Pasta
Fusilli Pomodoro With Sweet Italian SausageUS$14.00
served in a chunky tomato sauce.
Cafe MeatballsUS$16.00
organic whole wheat spaghetti, extra lean white meat turkey, marinara sauce.
Cheese RavioliUS$13.00
ricotta, asiago and parmesan cheese ravioli served in a tomato basil sauce.
Spinach RavioliUS$13.00
spinach & cheese stuffed ravioli topped with fresh spinach & parmesan, served in a light herbed olive oil.
Layered Cheese LasagnaUS$14.00
filled with ricotta and mozzarella cheese.
Bloody Mary Penne PastaUS$13.00
our version of penne ala vodka, a sauce of tomato and red pepper puree with a touch of creamed horseradish and peppered vodka. whole wheat penne pasta is available on request.
Add BroccoliUS$3.00
Entrees
Horseradish Crusted Wild SalmonUS$23.00
baked wild salmon filet with horseradish, finished in a lemon dill sauce, served over smashed potatoes with fresh vegetable.
Oven Roasted Free Range Chicken BreastUS$19.00
organic smashed sweet yams, fresh vegetable.
Gorgonzola Crusted Sirloin SteakUS$24.00
angus sirloin steak grilled & finished in a shallot wine sauce, baked with gorgonzola cheese and served with smashed potatoes & fresh vegetable.
Poached Whitefish FiletUS$20.00
pacific caught whitefish filet poached in a caper, olive & tomato sauce served over brown rice with fresh vegetables.
Cafe MeatloafUS$17.00
a signature dish, extra lean, all beef meatloaf finished with caramelized onions in a burgundy wine sauce over smashed potatoes with fresh vegetables.
Pecan Crusted Chicken BreastUS$19.00
finished in a maple bourbon sauce, served with smashed potatoes & fresh vegetable.
Sweet Potato Enchilada,US$16.00
tomatillo sauce, broccoli and green beans.
Mahi Mahi TuscanoUS$20.00
pan seared mahimahi served with tortellini, escarole, white beans, oregano & tomatoes in a white wine and garlic broth.
Poached Wild SalmonUS$19.00
teriyaki sauce, served warm over organic field greens, tossed in an asian dressing.