Peno Soul Food Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the tantalizing menu at Peno Soul Food, where Italian, Southern, and soul food intersect to create a unique dining experience in St. Louis. The culinary journey begins with a selection of Baked Breads like the warm Goat Cheese Bruschetta and Calabrese Style Bruschetta, perfect for sharing. For First Bites, the 10 Oz Giant Beef Meatballs is a must-try, drizzled with rich tomato basil sauce and topped with pecorino cheese.
Among the Greens and Things, Kim Tucci’s Italian Salad offers a refreshing mix, while specialty sides like the Roasted Potatoes seasoned with fennel dust elevate the meal. Guests rave about the hearty portions and inviting atmosphere, which feels as comforting as a meal shared among friends and family. Desserts like the delectable tiramisu provide a sweet finish to an unforgettable dining experience. Whether indulging in handmade pasta or savoring lavish entrées, Peno Soul Food promises an exceptional feast.
First Bites
10 Oz Giant Beef Meatballs
tomato basil sauce, pecorino, and fontinella
Braised Octopus
braised with fennel salsiccia in a spicy tomato broth
Sicilian Eggplant
Toasted Smoked Mozz
Petite Veal Meat Balls
Arancini
Calabrese Chicken Noodle Soup
Beet And Goat Cheese Salad
tarragon beets, baby arugula, white onion, with pistachio encrusted goat cheese truffle
Kim Tucci's Italian Salad
mixed greens, onion, roasted red pepper, mozzarella and Sicilian olive in vinaigrette
Olive & Grape Salad
Mixed Vegetables
lemon, thyme and Calabrian chiles
Roasted Potatoes
Evoo and fennel dust
Chef's Mushroom Blend
shiitake, oyster, mushroom of the moment blend
Greens and Things
Baked Breads
Pepe's Sicilian Cheesy Garlic Bread
Gluten Free Garlic Cheesebread
Peno Loaf
Calabrese Style Bruschetta
Warm Goat Cheese Brushetta
Agrodolce Bruschetta
Americana Old School Spaghetti & Meatballs
Spaghetti And Clams
white or red sauce, toasted bread crumbs and bottarga
Rigatoni Norma
Lemon Risotto
Kid's Pasta And 1 Meatball
Kid's Pasta
Kid's Buttered Noodles
Mama's Pastas
Hand Made Pastas
Seasonal(Meat Ragu) Long Rolled Fusili
chef’s choice ragu, herb ricotta and pecorino
Gnocchi
hand-rolled potato pasta, tomato basil sauce, herb ricotta and pecorino
Tagliatelle
Handmade Seasonal Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Lasagna
Smoked Salmon Pappardelle
Chicken Cacciatore
Shrimp Scampi
Seafood Stew
clams, mussels, shrimp, white fish, potatoes, peas, risotto and saffron broth
Stacked Eggplant Parm
Veal Meatloaf Parmesan
Branzino
Beef Spiedini
Lamb Shank
Cod Livornese
Chef's Special Calabrian Seared Cod
Plates
STARTER PIZZA
10" Gluten Free Pizza
12" Starter Pizza
16" Starter Pizza
Pizza Black & Blue
Imported gorgonzola, Sicilian black olives, tomato sauce, toasted spices
Pizza Don Michael
Anchovies, sardines, capers, toasted breadcrumbs, tomato gravy
Pizza Giuseppe
Handmade Italian sausage, roasted red pepper, spicy tomato sauce with raisins, pine nuts, fennel, fresh ricotta and mozzarella, topped with basil oil
Pizza Mare
Fresh clams, shrimp, mussels red mogu, chili oil, wild oregano
Pizza Palermo
Wild mushroom, roasted tomato, crispy capers ,extra virgin olive oil, brown butter, white beans
Pizza Pepe
Spicy chicken, escarole, wild mushroom, Calabrese chile oil, fresh ricotta, oven roasted tomato
Pizza Roberto
Brown butter, extra virgin olive oil, roasted Sicilian potato, wild mushroom, pecorino, fontina, fresh goat cheese topped with toasted pistachio breadcrumbs
Pizza Rucola
Escarole, spinach, toasted spices, olive oil, mozzarella, oven roasted tomato
Pizza Vedore Miste
BROWN BUTTER, OLIVE OIL,, roasted peppers, spinach, mixed olives, local sourced goat cheese, fresh basil, and oven roasted tomato
TONIGHT'S SPECIAL - Pancetta, Pickled Peppers, Sherried Onions, Tomato Basil Base, Gorgonzola
SPECIALTY PIZZA
Desserts
Marsala Zabaione (Italian Custard)
toasted pistachio and fruit reduction