Jay Luigi's Lunch Hour: Fast, Fresh, and Fermented


The lunch menu at Jay Luigi focuses on providing fresh Italian flavor built around high-quality staples, particularly the digestive-friendly naturally fermented sourdough.

Lunch Combos: The Quick & Customizable Meal

The smartest way to navigate lunch is through Jay Luigi’s combo deals, designed for variety and value:

  • Half Sandwich & Soup: Your choice of any half sandwich paired with the rotating soup of the day.

  • Half Sandwich & Side Salad: Your choice of any half sandwich paired with any side salad.

  • Salad & Soup: Any side salad with the rotating soup of the day.

  • Pizza Slice Combo: Your choice of two slices of stella or nevaeh pizza with any side salad.

Sandwiches: The Sourdough Star

All sandwiches are made with naturally-fermented sourdough and are served with your choice of fries, salad, or soup, making them a complete meal.

  • Italian Chicken Sandwich: Breaded chicken breast, tomato conserva, arugula, lemon, and extra virgin olive oil. This is a lighter, Milanese-style chicken sandwich.

  • Meatball Sandwich: Features your choice of Jimmy’s Traditional (beef/pork) or Luigi’s Impossible (V | PB | DF) meatballs, topped with pomodoro, grana padano, and mozzarella.

  • Vodka Chicken Sandwich: Breaded chicken breast, smoked provolone, grana padano, and red pepper flakes, all dressed in a rich tomato vodka sauce.

  • Prosciutto & Burrata: A simple, high-quality sandwich with prosciutto, burrata, tomato conserva, arugula, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic reduction.

  • Breakfast-Inspired Sandwich: Features eggs, bacon, mozzarella, tomato conserva, and calabrian aioli, offering a rich, savory option.

šŸ„— Fresh Greens and Protein Power

For those prioritizing a lighter lunch, the Fresh Greens section offers several vibrant, customizable salads.

Salad Highlights

  • Signature Salad: Romaine, radicchio, dried black cherries, Marcona almonds, house-made croutons, crumbled egg yolk, and grana padano.

  • Kale/Almond Salad: Kale, romaine, Marcona almonds, dried black cherries, and cashew-balsamic dressing (GF | PB | V | DF).

  • Cured Meat Salad: Romaine, marinated olives, blistered tomatoes, smoked provolone, prosciutto, and soppressata with a balsamic red wine vinaigrette.

  • Almond Pesto Salad: Fennel, celery, pickled red onions, almonds, kale almond pesto, and ricotta salata (GF).

Protein Plates

These specialized plates are perfect for a protein-forward, low-carb lunch:

  • Salmon Plate: Basil salmon, charred broccolini, cashew balsamic, garlic, and lemon (GF | DF).

  • Steak Plate: Italian verde marinated steak, arugula, burrata, blistered tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic reduction (GF).

Appetizer & Pasta Options

The menu still offers full sizes of core menu items, perfect for a working lunch or sharing:

  • Sourdough: The naturally fermented bread is available as a starter with spreads like pomodoro fondue or house-made ricotta with honey.

  • Meatballs: Order the meatballs (Traditional or Impossible) with a side of pomodoro.

  • Simple Pasta: The classic Cacio e Pepe (GF | V) and the simple Tomato/Mozzarella pizzas are available, offering smaller portions suitable for lunch.

⚠️ Dietary & Safety Transparency

Jay Luigi emphasizes its "healthier take" while remaining highly transparent about food preparation:

  • Allergen Warning: The restaurant clearly states, "JAY LUIGI IS NOT A GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, OR VEGAN RESTAURANT. SOME ITEMS ARE PREPARED ON SHARED EQUIPMENT AND CROSS CONTACT MAY OCCUR." This is a critical warning for those who are highly sensitive.

  • Risk Warning: The menu includes the standard advisory regarding consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs.

  • Labeling: Items are labeled for PB (Plant-Based), GF (Gluten-Free), V (Vegetarian), and DF (Dairy-Free) to assist in ordering.

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