Restaurant Info
Sorrento’s Italian Bistro, nestled in the charming Village Shops at 140 Azalea Circle in Banner Elk, NC, is a beloved family-run gem serving authentic Southern‑Italian fare since 1983. The kitchen draws on multi-generational Sicilian recipes lovingly maintained by third-generation chefs Nicole and Anthony Palazzo, offering a menu rich with pastas, veal, chicken, seafood pizzas, gourmet sauces, salads, and brunch options . With elegantly appointed dining rooms—including a wine room, rustic bistro-style section, and Chefs Table upstairs for a more elevated experience—plus a seasonal patio garden featuring a cozy fire pit, it delivers a warm, upscale ambiance. Patrons frequently praise both the food and attentive staff; favorites include fried calamari, burrata, artichoke fricassee, and hearty dishes like fettuccine Alfredo and spaghetti with meatballs. The restaurant also boasts an extensive cocktail and wine list and even welcomes pets on its covered patio . Open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch—with varied hours throughout the week—it’s ideal for casual gatherings, date nights, or larger celebrations without losing that intimate, family-focused feel. Sorrento’s offers an unforgettable blend of tradition, atmosphere, and hospitality—perfect for exploring true Italian flavors in the North Carolina mountains.
Contact Info
140 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-5214
Hours of Operation
Sunday – 10am-10pm
Monday – 4pm-10pm
Tuesday – 4pm-10pm
Wednesday – 4pm-10pm
Thursday – 4pm-10pm
Friday – 4pm-11pm
Saturday – 11am-11pm
APPETIZERS
Jumbo Meatball
all beef, family recipe, red sauce, ricotta.
$ 24.00
Mozzarella Marinara
sliced mozzarella lightly breaded & served under marinara sauce.
(1) $ 14.00 | (2) $ 20.00
Fried Calamari
fresh squid lightly breaded and served with light marinara sauce.
$ 22.00
Brsuchette
tomatoes, basil, onion, fresh mozzarella, balsamic, olive oil with crostini.
$ 14.00
Mrs. A's Crab Cake
$ 24.00
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
$ 18.00
Artichoke Francese
$ 18.00
Sorrentos Mushrooms
mushrooms stuffed with garlic, parmesan, breadcrumbs & a touch of tomato.
$ 18.00
Mr. A's Clams
whole clams sauteed with garlic white wine and parsley.
$ 24.00
Clams Oreganato
fresh clams baked with breadcrumbs, garlic and parmesan.
$ 24.00
Mussels Marinara
PEI mussels served under light marinara sauce.
$ 24.00
Burrata
burrata mozzarella cheese, tomato, basil, olive oil, balsamic reduction.
$ 20.00
SALADS
House Salad
romaine and baby greens tossed with pepperoncini peppers, tomato, reggiano parmigiano with Italian dressing.
$ 14.00
Lasagna
romaine, anchovies, croutons, regginao parmigiano.
$ 16.00
Mediterranean
baby greens with our creamy bleu cheese dressing tossed with olives, tomato, onion, roasted red pepper and pepperoncini.
$ 16.00
Antipasto
$ 22.00
Panzanella
white beans, tomato, crispy focaccia, basil, cucumber, onion, red wine vinaigrette.
$ 22.00
Greek Salad
romaine, tomato, onion, cucumber, green pepper, calamata olives, pepperoncini, feta cheese.
$ 16.00
PIZZA
All Pizzas are 12″
Cheese Pie
homemade daough with sauce and our special mozzarella blend.
$ 18.00
Veggie Pie
mushrooms, onion, green peppers, black olives.
$ 24.00
Sorrento Special
mushrooms, green peppers, onions, sausage and pepperoni.
$ 24.00
Any (3) Toppings Pizza
$ 24.00
Meat Pie
$ 24.00
Spinach Pie
spinach blended with three cheeses.
$ 24.00
White Pie
specialty mixture of cheeses including: ricotta, mozzarella, and romano.
$ 24.00
Additional Toppings
pepperoni, mushrooms, black olives, extra cheese, anchovies, meatballs, sausage, onions, green peppers, garlic, bacon, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, pineapple, and pepperoncini peppers.
$ 2.50 ea.
PASTA
Rigatoni Marinara
tossed in our specialty light marinara with a scoop of ricotta cheese.
$ 21.00
Fettuccine Alfredo
fettuccine tossed with cream, butter and parmesan cheese.
Add Chicken $6.00 | Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 26.00
Baked Manicotti
ricotta cheese blend rolled in homemade pasta served with light marinara sauce.
Add Chicken $6.00 | Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 24.00
Vodka Pasta
pink cream sauce, with touch of tomato vodka and spice tossed with rigatoni.
Add Chicken $6.00 | Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 28.00
Lasagna
$ 28.00
Broccoli & Cavatelli
broccoli, olive oil, garlic, butter and romano, tossed with cavatelli.
Add Chicken $6.00 | Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 26.00
Spicy Rigatoni
tomato, dried peppers. cream, parmesan reggiano.
Add Chicken $6.00 | Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 34.00
Tortellini Sorrento
specialty cheese pasta with proscuitto, fresh, basil and light tomato and cream sauce.
Add Chicken $6.00 | Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 30.00
Spaghetti with Meatballs
spaghetti tossed with meatballs and marinara
Add Chicken $6.00 | Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 23.00
FAMILY HOUSE SPECIALTIES
Rigatoni Bolognese
ground beef, Italian sausage with pink cream sauce and romano, cheese and specialty spices.
$ 30.00
Chicken Parmigiana
lightly breaded chicken breast under marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese with side of rigatoni marinara.
$ 32.00
Eggplant Rollitini
eggplant rolled and stuffed with three cheeses and topped with marinara and mozzarella with side of rigatoni marinara.
$ 30.00
VEAL
Veal Francese
thinly pounded veal, light egg batter, pan sauteed, beurre blanc, fried capers.
$ 38.00
Veal Picatta
sauteed in white wine, butter and lemon with sauteed veggies and potato.
$ 38.00
Veal Marsala
$ 38.00
Veal Parmigiana
lightly breaded veal under marinara mozzarella and parmesan cheese with a side of rigatoni.
$ 38.00
CHICKEN
Chicken Francese
thinly pounded veal, light egg batter, pan sauteed, beurre blanc, fried capers.
$ 38.00
Chicken Picatta
sauteed in white wine, butter and lemon with sauteed veggies and potato.
$ 38.00
Chicken Marsala
$ 38.00
Chicken Parmigiana
lightly breaded veal under marinara mozzarella and parmesan cheese with a side of rigatoni.
$ 38.00
SEAFOOD
Shrimp Parmigiana
lightly breaded and served under marinara, mozzarella and parmesan with a side of rigatoni marinara.
$ 36.00
Shrimp Fra' Diablo
sauteed in spicy marinara over a bed of linguini.
$ 36.00
Sonny Boy's Shrimp
jumbo shrimp, sherry and garlic cream, linguini.
$ 42.00
Mrs. A's Crab Cakes
$ 16.99
Shrimp Franchese
egg battered then sauteed in white wine, lemon, and butter with sauteed veggies and potato.
$ 9.99
Mussels Over Pasta
PEI mussels tossed with garlic, olive oil, and marinara over linguini.
$ 36.00
Clams Over Pasta
sauteed fresh clams served with a red or white sauce over linguini.
$ 36.00
Frutti de Mare
fresh clams, mussels, shrimp and calamari tossed with marinara over linguini.
$ 46.00
EGGPLANT
Eggplant Parmigiana
lightly breaded eggplant under marinara, mozzarella and parmesan cheese with side of rigatoni marinara.
$ 28.00
Sorrento Eggplant
$ 30.00
KID’S MENU
Spaghetti with Meatballs or Sausage
$ 12.00
Fettuccine Alfredo
$ 13.00
Pasta with Butter
choice of spaghetti or fettuccine
$ 12.00
Chicken Nuggets with Fries
$ 12.00
DESSERTS
Chocolate Lava Cake
$ 8.00
(3) Cannolis
$ 7.00
Tiramisu
$ 9.00
6 Layer Carrot Cake
$ 9.00
Cheesecake with Drizzle
$ 9.00
Morning Delivery
Sunday- 6am-10:00am
Monday- 6am-10:00am
Tuesday- 6am-10:00am
Wednesday- 6am-10:00am
Thursday- 6am-10:00am
Friday- 6am-10:00am
Saturday- 6am-10:00am
Business Lunch Delivery
Sunday- 10:30am-3:30pm
Monday- 10:30am-3:30pm
Tuesday- 10:30am-3:30pm
Wednesday- 10:30am-3:30pm
Thursday- 10:30am-3:30pm
Friday- 10:30am-3:30pm
Saturday- 10:30am-3:30pm
Phone & Mail
Evening Delivery
Sunday- 4:00pm-11:00pm
Monday- 4:00pm-11:00pm
Tuesday- 4:00pm-11:00pm
Wednesday-4:00pm-11:00pm
Thursday- 4:00pm-11:00pm
Friday- 4:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday- 4:00pm-11:00pm
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