Poeta's Italian Food Mart Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Poeta's Italian Food Mart, a hidden gem on Green Bay Rd in Highwood, IL. Renowned for its authentic Italian flavors, Poeta’s combines a local butcher's charm with a deli-style experience that will make your taste buds dance. The menu boasts delightful items like the made-to-order Caprese Sandwich featuring fresh mozzarella, basil, and tomato, all harmonized with tangy balsamic—perfect for a lunchtime treat.

Frozen specialties like Mostaccioli with Meat Sauce and Salmon Rigatoni are comforting options for busy nights, while Heat and Serve Dishes like Chicken Vesuvio transform home dining into a gourmet experience. From homemade pasta to an array of sauces, the emphasis on quality and family tradition shines through. The warm atmosphere and attentive service create a welcoming vibe that truly feels like home. Whether stocking up for a holiday gathering or seeking everyday delights, Poeta’s promises to elevate your Italian culinary journey.

Made to order Italian Deli Sandwich

Caprese Sandwich

French roll with fresh mozzarella, basil, tomato and balsamic.

$8.95

Italian Deli Sandwich

Prosciuttos, salami and sopressata, with tomato, lettuce and sub oil.

$8.95

Meatballs with Sauce

$19.95

Meatballs without Sauce

$14.95

Veal Meatballs with Sauce

$24.95

Chicken Vesuvio with Potatoes and Peppers

$12.95

Poeta's Chili

$9.95

Poeta's Sausage with Peppers and Onions

$19.95

Poeta's Heat and Serve Dishes

Poetas Frozen Pastas

Meat Lasagna

$14.99

Vegetable Lasagna

$14.99

Eggplant Parmesan

$15.95

Tortelacci with Cream Sauce

Medium.

$18.96

Pasta Proscuitto

$21.95

Tortelacci Spinach and Ricotta Cheese Filled

$10.49

Ravioli Meat Filled

$11.49

Mostaccioli with Meat Sauce

$17.95

Rigatoni with Salmon and Olive Oil

$17.95

Salmon Rigatoni

$17.95

Riatoni Marinia

$10.95

Meat Sauce

$5.99

Marinara

Meatless.

$5.49

Cream Sauce

$6.49

Vodka Sauce

$6.95

Tomato Sauce with Short Ribs

$10.95

Poeta's Frozen Sauce

Poeta's Fresh Frozen Soup

Minestrone

$5.50

Vegetable Beef Barley

$6.95

Chicken Noodle

$6.95

Pasta Fagioli

$6.95

Pastina

$5.95

Chicken Broth

$1.95

Beef Broth

$1.95

Chicken Wildrice

$6.95

Italian Beef Eggrolls

$14.95

Chicken Limone

$19.95

Chicken Parmesan

$19.95

Chicken Cacciatore

$12.95

Chicken Vesuvio Burrito

$12.95

Spicy Sausage Burrito

$12.95

Italian Beef

$7.95

Lamb Stew

$19.95

Cooked Veal Stew with Potatoes and Carrots

$19.95

Brisket

$20.95

Brick Chicken Vesuvio

$19.95

Frozen Garlic Bread

$4.95

Cooked Pepper and Onions

$4.95

More Fresh Frozen Meals

Poeta's Fresh Frozen Desserts

Tiramisu

$0.00

Melissa's Choclate Chio Banana bread

$0.00