Lago Cucina, nestled on level 1, above The Budgewoi Hotel, with glimpses of Lake Budgewoi, offers a relaxed, contemporary Italian trattoria, a dining experience unique to the Central Coast.
Lago’s chic Mediterranean interiors features textured white walls perfectly complemented by arched enclaves, natural stone & timber creating a warm inviting atmosphere. Our menu is contemporary Italian inspired cuisine, featuring bold flavours and classic favourites perfectly paired with cocktails that capture the essence of the Italian coastline.
Available for a la carte dining, group bookings or exclusive events.
OUR MENU
ANTIPASTI
$10
Lago Wood-Fired Focaccia
Garlic, rosemary, EVOO (ve)
$10
$10
Marinated Olives
(ve, gf )
$10
$6 each
Oysters
Served natural, mignonette, tobiko
$6 each
$18
Pork & Veal Meatballs
Sugo, parmesan, basil
$18
$18
Lago Salumi Plate
Giardiniera
$18
$16
Salmon Crudo
Pickled jalapeño, pink peppercorn, tobiko, saltbush (gf)
$16
$19
Braised Octopus
Orange, fennel, salmoriglio
$19
$16
Mozzarella
Stone fruit, zucchini blossom, vincotto (gf, v)
$16
$18
Bresaola
Pecorino, crispy cavolo nero, djion dressing (gf)
$18
$7 each
Zucchini Flower
Ricotta, basil, chilli honey (v)
$7 each
$18
Calamari Fritti
Lemon aioli (gf)
$18
$7 each
Roast Mushroom Crostini
Whipped ricotta, thyme, garlic (v)
$7 each
$9
Potato Gratin
Smoked leek, parmesan (gf, v)
$9
$15
Heirloom Tomatoes
Pickled fennel, pine nuts, basil (gf, v)
$15
MAINS
$38
Grilled Barramundi
Spinach, globe artichoke, tomato, romesco
$38
$34
Crispy Duck Leg
Radicchio, orange, beetroot, pumpkin, star anise jus (gf)
$34
$38
Lamb Backstrap
Pea purée, pickled fennel, pistachio crumb
$38
$36
Pork Belly
Sweet & baby corn, broccolini, miso butter (gf)
$36
$42
250g Porterhouse Steak
Leek & potato terrine, cherry truss tomatoes, mushrooms, red wine jus (gf)
$42
PASTA
$32
Spaghetti
Prawns, zucchini, tomato, chilli, shellfish bisque, bottarga
$32
$28
Ricotta Gnocchi
Tomato sugo, mushroom, asparagus, prosciutto, aged parmesan
$28
$30
Pappardelle
Wild boar ragù, aged parmesan, pangrattato, rosemary oil
$30
$28
Tortellini
Spinach, pecorino, squash, truffle pesto, pine nuts, burnt butter sauce (v)
$28
PIZZA
$26
Margherita
Tomato, fior di latte, basil (v)
$26
$27
Capricciosa
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, smoked ham, mushrooms, olives, artichokes
$27
$28
Diavola
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, hot sopressa, olives, chilli, basil
$28
$28
Bresaola
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, cherry tomato, rocket, parmesan, EVOO
$28
$30
Gamberi
Tomato sauce, fior di latte, king prawns, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, chilli, rocket
$30
$28
Truffle Pig
Fior di latte, Italian sausage, mushroom, truffle pesto, smoked ham, pecorino
$28
$28
Vegana
Tomato, mushroom, zucchini, spinach, cherry tomato, olives (v)
$28
SIDES
$12
Lago Salad
Cucumber, tomato, radish, parmesan
$12
$12
Roast Potatoes
Rosemary, garlic
$12
$12
Steamed Market Greens
Toasted almonds
$12
$12
Truffle Fries
Aioli, parmesan
$12
$10
Fries
Tomato sauce
$10
KIDS MENU $25
Under 12 years of age. Includes soft drink, main & gelato. Choice of:
Napoli Spaghetti, Parmesan
Chicken Nuggets & Chips
Fish & Chips
Ham & Cheese Pizza
DESSERT
$14
Honeycomb Baked Cheesecake
$14
$14
Chocolate & Hazelnut Semifreddo
Dulce de leche, cocoa sponge
$14
$14
Tiramisù
Mascarpone, savioardi biscuit, kahlua, almonds
$14
$12
Affogato
Espresso, vanilla gelato Add: liqueur + 6
$12
$3pp
Bring your own cake
Surcharge for cakeage
$3pp
Available for group reservations of 15-30 guests
SHARED ANTIPASTI:
Lago Wood-Fired Focaccia
Garlic, rosemary, EVOO (ve)
Marinated Olives (ve, gf)
Lago Salumi Plate
Giardiniera
Mozzarella
Stone fruit, zucchini blossom, vincotto (gf, v)
Main: (Choice of individual main)
Grilled Barramundi
Spinach, globe artichoke, tomato, romesco
Pappardelle
Wild boar ragù, aged parmesan, pangrattato, rosemary oil
Ricotta Gnocchi
Tomato sugo, mushroom, asparagus, prosciutto, aged parmesan
Crispy Duck Leg
Radicchio, orange, beetroot, pumpkin, star anise jus (gf)
Shared Sides:
Lago Salad
Cucumber, tomato, radish, parmesan
Roast Potatoes
Rosemary, garlic
DOLCI:
Honeycomb Baked Cheesecake
Available for group reservations of 15-30 guests
SHARED ANTIPASTI:
Lago Wood-Fired Focaccia
Garlic, rosemary, EVOO (ve)
Marinated Olives (ve, gf)
Lago Salumi Plate
Giardiniera
Mozzarella
Stone fruit, zucchini blossom, vincotto (gf, v)
Heirloom Tomatoes
Pickled fennel, pine nuts, basil (gf, v)
Main: (Choice of individual main)
Grilled Barramundi
Spinach, globe artichoke, tomato, romesco
Spaghetti
Prawns, zucchini, tomato, chilli, shellfish bisque, bottarga
Tortellini
Spinach, pecorino, squash, truffle pesto, pine nuts, burnt butter sauce (v)
Pork Belly
Sweet & baby corn, broccolini, miso butter (gf)
Crispy Duck Leg
Radicchio, orange, beetroot, pumpkin, star anise jus (gf)
Shared Sides:
Lago Salad
Cucumber, tomato, radish, parmesan
Roast Potatoes
Rosemary, garlic
Steamed Market Greens
Toasted almonds
DOLCI:
Honeycomb Baked Cheesecake
Tiramisù
Mascarpone, savioardi biscuit, kahlua, almonds