Sainato’s at Rivergate Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Sainato’s at Rivergate, a vibrant fusion of sports bar energy and authentic Italian flavors nestled in Cleveland. Here, the menu reflects a passion for classic dishes and hearty fare, perfect for gatherings or a casual night out.
- Appetizers like the house-made meatballs and crispy calamari set the stage for an appetite that dances with joy.
- The Italian sausage paired with sautéed peppers emerges as a standout, while the fried provolone cheese brings a comforting embrace of flavors.
- For lighter options, indulge in vibrant salads, including the refreshing Caprese and a hearty Antipasto.
- Don't miss the subs, where the Italian Meatball Sub and Italian Deli Sub deliver a satisfying crunch and fulfilling taste.
Sainato’s is not just a meal; it’s an experience enriched with community spirit and mouthwatering delights.
Appetizers
Meatballs with Parmesan Cheese
Sainatos family recipe meatballs with house-made marinara sauce.
Fresh Mozzarella Tomato Bruschetta
Served with fresh Buffalo mozzarella. Topped with basil, garlic & tomatoes.
Fried Provolone Cheese
Served with house-made marinara sauce.
House-Made Arancini Balls
Arborio rice, mozzarella, lightly breaded over marinara & pesto sauce.
Italian Sausage
Served with sauteed peppers, onions topped with marinara sauce and fresh bread.
Jumbo Wings
Boneless Wings
Imported Italian Olives
Seasoned with garlic and oregano.
Calamari
Lightly breaded and fried, tossed with marinated peppers, served with a side of house-made marinara.
House-Made Zucchini Planks
With house lemon garlic aioli.
Garlic Bread
Garlic Bread with Cheese
Garlic Bread with Cheese and Tomato
Fresh Cut French Fries
Tossed with Parmesan, salt and pepper.
Fresh Cut French Fries with Rosemary
Tossed with Parmesan, fresh rosemary, salt and pepper.
Breaded Eggplant
Served with marinara and topped with mozzarella cheese.
Antipasto Salad
Lettuce, meat, cheese, banana peppers, black olives & pepperoncini.
House-Made Italian Wedding Soup
Grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, spinach, and mini meatballs with acini di pepe.
Garden Salad
Lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion & provolone cheese.
Caesar Salad
Iceberg lettuce, Parmesan cheese, house-made croutons, and classic Caesar dressing.
Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and drizzled with balsamic.
Soup & Salads
Subs
Italian Meatball Sub
Marinara, meatballs and provolone.
Parmesan Sub
Chicken, veal or eggplant. Lightly breaded and pan fried, topped with marinara sauce & Italian cheeses.
Hot Real Italian Beef Sub
Tender thinly sliced Italian beef, topped with hot giardiniera, served with a side of au jus.
Italian Sausage Sub
Sausage, sauteed peppers and onions.
Italian Deli Sub
Hot or cold. Capicola, salami, pistachio mortadella, pepperoni, lettuce, tomato, onion, and provolone.
Veggie Hot Sub
Roasted red peppers, banana peppers, breaded eggplant, lettuce, tomato, onion, and provolone.
Sub
Ham, turkey or chicken. Hot or cold. Lettuce, tomato, onion, provolone and a side of mayo.
C-Town Pizza
Roasted red peppers, artichoke, garlic oil sauce, and provolone.
Carmen Pizza
Garlic butter sauce, diced tomato, garlic, onion, oregano, and grated cheese.
Margherita Pizza
Red sauce, fresh Buffalo mozzarella and basil chiffonade.
Flats Pizza
Sliced tomato, cheddar cheese, provolone, oil, garlic, and basil.
Spinach Pizza
Alfredo sauce, spinach, garlic butter, grated cheese, and provolone.
BBQ Chicken Pizza
House-made BBQ sauce, red onion, and provolone.
Pizza Specialities
Calzones Specialities
Veggie Calzone
Deluxe Calzone
Meat Lovers Calzone
Spinach Calzone
Meatball & Ricotta Calzone
Plain Pizza
12" Gluten Free Pizza
8 cut.
Build Your Own Pizza & Calzones
Pasta
Penne
Spaghetti
Beef Ravioli
Cavatelli
Linguine
Cheese Ravioli
Gluten Free Penne Pasta
Parmesan
Lightly breaded and pan fried, topped with marinara & Italian cheeses. Served with a side of spaghetti or penne pasta.
Eggplant Parmesan
House breaded fried eggplant stacked with basil pesto ricotta, marinara, mozzarella and provolone cheeses. Served with a side of spaghetti or penne pasta.
Baked Penne
Sausage, spinach, ricotta and rose cream sauce.
Piccata
Chicken or veal. Lightly floured and pan seared cutlets topped with a white wine lemon caper sauce. Served on bed of spaghetti or penne pasta with marinara.
Marsala
Chicken or veal. Lightly floured and pan seared cutlets with a mushroom Marsala sauce. Served on bed of spaghetti or penne pasta with marinara.
House-Made Lasagna
Layers of fresh pasta sheets, marinara, ricotta, provolone, shredded egg, seasoned beef and ground sausage.
House-Made Spinach Lasagna
Layers of fresh pasta sheets, spinach, marinara, Alfredo, ricotta, provolone & shredded egg.
Linguine with Clam Sauce
Chopped clams, garlic, basil, and white clams sauce, tossed with linguine.
Entrees
Desserts
Tiramisu
Pistachio Cheesecake
Cheesecake Regular
Brownie
Cannoli
Zeppole
Fried dough, tossed with cinnamon sugar.