Panini Bistro Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Panini Bistro, your go-to spot in Matawan, NJ, for delicious sandwiches, burgers, and vibrant breakfast dishes. This bustling eatery offers a wide array of choices, from mouthwatering paninis to hearty breakfast wraps, all crafted with fresh ingredients that delight the palate.
Highlights of the menu include the standout Turkey and Brie panini, renowned for its crispy bread and rich flavors. Don't miss their celebrated salads, like the Pear & Goat Cheese and Beet Salad, loaded with fresh veggies and topped with delicious candied walnuts. For sides, the Cajun fries provide a perfect kick.
Patrons rave about exemplary service and vibrant outdoor seating. With various options including delivery, takeout, and catering, Panini Bistro ensures ease and satisfaction for every dining experience. So, whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Panini Bistro is a must-visit culinary gem!
Apps/Sides
Artichoke Francese
Artichoke hearts sauteed in a francese lemon sauce
Fried Calamari (Pick a Flavor)
Fried Zucchini Sticks
Garlic Bread with Mozzarella
Mozzarella Sticks (6)
Chicken Santa Fe Egg Roll
Wild Mushroom Rice Balls (4)
Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Rice Balls (4)
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Brussel Sprouts
Tri Color Pasta Salad
TRI COLORED PASTA, KALAMATA OLIVES, FRESH MOZZ, RED PEPPERS, GRAPE TOMATOES, BASIL, EVOO,AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Potato Salad
Coleslaw
Meatballs (3)
Sicilian Rice Ball (each)
Apple Turnover
Croissant
Crumb Cake
Multigrain Baguette
Nutella Croissant
Semolina Baguette
Italian Butter Cookies 1lb
Italian Baguette
Bakery
Breakfast Spot
R1 -Eggs On A Roll
R2 -Eggs On A Roll With Cheese
R3 -Eggs On A Roll With Meat
R4 -Eggs On A Roll With Cheese and Meat
R9 -Egg on Croissant
R10 -Egg on a Croissant With Meat
R11 - Egg on Croissant /Cheese / Meat
R12 -Egg Wrap
R13 -Egg Wrap With Cheese
R14 -Egg Wrap With Meat
R15 -Egg Wrap With Cheese and Meat
R16 -Egg Whites And Spinach Wrap
EGG WHITES, SPINACH, TOMATO, AND FETA
R17 -Cowboy Wrap
2 EGGS, HAM, PEPPERS, AND ONION
R18 -Homemade French Toast Strips
MADE WITH TEXAS TOAST, SERVED WITH DIPPING SYRUP
R 19 -Monte Cristo Sandwich
HAM, SWISS, MUSTARD, AND MAYO ON FRENCH TOAST
R20 -Veggie Egg Wrap
2 EGGS, MUSHROOM, PEPPERS, ONIONS, SPINACH, TOMATO
R21 -The California Egg Sandwich
2 EGGS, BACON, SWISS CHEESE, AVOCADO, CHIPOTLE MAYO ON SLICED ITALIAN BREAD
R22 -Side Of Hash Browns
R23 -Side Of Bacon (6)
R 24- Belly Buster
Egg, Meat, Cheese and Hash Browns on a roll
Omelet
3 Eggs Omlet
B1-Classic Cheese Burger
6 oz BURGERS* SERVED WITH AMERICAN CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO, AND RED ONION ON BRIOCHE BUN
B2-Bacon Avocado Burger
6 oz BURGERS* WITH BACON, AVOCADO, LETTUCE, AND TOMATO SERVED ON BRIOCHE BUN
B3-Western Burger
6 oz BURGERS* SERVED WITH BACON, BEER BATTERED ONION RING, AMERICAN CHEESE AND BBQ SAUCEON BRIOCHE BUN
B4-Mushroom And Swiss
6oz. BURGERS ARE SERVED WITH GRILLED MUSHROOMS AND SWISS CHEESE ON A BRIOCHE BUN
B5-Bacon And Brie
6oz BURGER SERVED WITH APPLE-WOOD SMOKED BACON, MELTED BRIE, CARAMELIZED ONIONS,BABY ARUGULA, AND RASPBERRY JAM ON A BRIOCHE BUN
B6-Mornin' Burger
6oz burger, bacon, egg, cheese, hash brown on a brioche bun
B7-Pepper Jack Burger
Bacon, caramelized onions, chipotle mayo, pepper jack cheese on a brioche bun
B8-Chicken Avocado Sandwich
Stacked chicken cutlet, Avocado, bistro sauce, lettuce, tomato, red onion on a brioche bun
B9-Beer Battered Cod Sandwich
Beer battered Cod fillet, arugula, tartar sauce on a brioche bun
B10-Southern Chicken Sandwich
Two chicken fingers, pickles, chipotle mayo, topped with homemade coleslaw on a brioche bun.
B11-Mango Habanero Chicken Sandwich
Stacked grilled chicken, bacon, pepper jack cheese, avocado, tomato, red onion, smothered in mango habanero sauce on a brioche bun.
B12-Chipotle Burger
6oz Angus Beef , Chipotle Mayo, Hot Cherry Peppers, Pepper Jack Cheese, Topped with a Beer Battered Onion Ring
Burgers
Chips
Chips Jalapeno
Chips Maui Onion
Chips Mesquite BBQ
Chips Cracked Pepper & Sea Salt
Chips Sea Salt
Chips Sour Cream & Onion
Salt & Vinger Chips
C1-Classic Italian
Comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and vinegar
C2-Turkey And Provolone
Comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and vinegar
C3-Roast Beef
Comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and vinegar
C4-Ham And Provolone
Comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and vinegar
C5-Classic Tuna
Comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and vinegar
C6-Turkey Club
TURKEY, PROVOLONE AND BACON
C7- Turkey And Horseradish
TURKEY, ARUGULA, HORSERADISH MAYO, RED ONION, AND TOMATO
C8-Prosciutto and Mozzaella
Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Baby Arugula, EVOO, Balsamic Glaze
C9-Customize Your Own
Cold Subs
Desserts
Cannoli
Funnel Cake Fries
Italian Cookie Tray 1lb
Chocolate Lava Cake
Sticky Toffee Cake
Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Chocolate Churros
Classic Fries
Cheese Fries
Cajun Fries
Salt & Vinegar Fries
Truffle Fries W/ Parmesan Cheese
TOSSED WITH PARMESAN CHEESE AND TRUFFLE OIL
Sweet Potato Fries
Bacon & Cheese fries
Disco Fries
WITH GRAVY AND CHEESE
Fries
Hot Subs
H1-Meatball Parm
H2-Sausage, Pepper and Onions
H3-Chicken Parm
H4-Cheese Steak
PROVOLONE, PEPPERS, ONIONS, MUSHROOMS
H5-Eggplant Parm
H6-Chicken California
CHICKEN CUTLET, LETTUCE, TOMATO, RED ONION, AND MAYO
H7-Cheese Steak California
Steak, provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, mayo
H8-Roast beef & Sauteed onion
Roast beef, caramelized onions, beef gravy, and fresh mozzarella
H9-Chicken Santa Fe
Chicken cutlet, avocado, chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion
H10-Chicago Style Beef Hero
Thin sliced Top Round dunked in Au Jus, on a crispy French bread topped with delicious giardiniera.
Tuna Melt
BLT
Cheese Burger
Chicken Fingers
Classic Grilled Cheese
Hot Dog
Kids Menu
Panini
Chimichurri Steak
Flank Steak, Grilled Onion, Provolone Cheese, Chimichurri Sauce on a pressed Ciabatta
P1-Italian Chicken
CHICKEN CUTLET ,FRESH MOZZ, ROASTED RED PEPPERS, BABY ARUGULA, EVOO, AND A BALSAMIC GLAZE
P2-Eggplant And Mozz
THICK SLICED BREADED EGGPLANT, FRESH MOZZ, ROASTED PEPPERS, BABY ARUGULA, EVOO, AND A BALSAMIC GLAZE
P3-Babylonia
PROSCIUTTO, FRESH MOZZ, BABY ARUGULA, SLICED TOMATO, AND OUR BISTRO SAUCE
P4-Italian Veggi Panini
GRILLED EGGPLANT, BROCCOLI RABE, ROASTED PEPPERS, FRESH MOZZ, AND A BASIL PESTO SPREAD
P5-Philly Cheese Steak
THINLY SLICED STEAK, MELTED PROVOLONE CHEESE, MUSHROOMS, ONION, AND PEPPERS
P6-Steak Sandwich
THINLY SLICED STEAK, MELTED SWISS AND AMERICAN CHEESE, TOMATOES, AND OUR BISTRO SAUCE
P7-Turkey And Brie
TURKEY, BRIE, SLICED GREEN APPLES, BABY ARUGULA, AND HONEY MUSTARD
P8-Chicken Pesto
CHICKEN CUTLET, FRESH MOZZ, ROASTED PEPPERS, BABY ARUGULA, AND A BASIL PESTO SPREAD
P9-Ham And Swiss
HAM, SWISS CHEESE, AND MAYO
P10-Chicken Cordon Bleu
Breaded Chicken, Ham, Honey Mustard, Swiss Cheese
P11-Hot Roast Beef
HOT ROAST BEEF, SWISS CHEESE, PICKLES, AND GRAVY
P12-Caprese Panini
FRESH MOZZ, SLICED TOMATOES, BASIL, EVOO, AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR
P13-Hot Italian
Ham, Salami, Hot Cherry Peppers, Mayo and Provolone Cheese.
P14-Chicken Cutlet And Broccoli Rabe
CHICKEN CUTLET FRESH MOZZ, SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE, AND A BALSAMIC GLAZE
P15-Greek Veggie
Sliced Tomato, Kalamata Olives, Artichoke Hearts, Feta Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
P16-Three Cheese
FRESH MOZZ, SWISS, PROVOLONE, AND TRUFFLE OIL
P17-Barbecue Beef
Hot Roast Beef, Grilled Onions, Barbecue sauce, Pickles, Swiss cheese.
P18-Chicken Bacon Ranch
Breaded Fried Chicken, Bacon, Tomato, Avocado, Ranch Dressing, Pepper jack Cheese.
P19-Prosciutto And Truffle Oil
PROSCIUTTO, ROASTED PEPPERS, FRESH MOZZ, BABY ARUGULA, AND TRUFFLE OIL
P20-Sausage And Broccoli Rabe
GRILLED SAUSAGE, BROCCOLI RABE, FRESH MOZZ, EVOO, AND A BALSAMIC GLAZE
P21-Turkey And Mozzarella
TURKEY, MOZZARELLA, FIG INFUSED CARAMELIZED ONIONS, BABY ARUGULA, AND HONEY MUSTARD
P22-Salami And Mozzarella
SALAMI, FRESH MOZZ, TOMATO, AND BASIL PESTO SPREAD
P23-Steak With Goat Cheese And Caramelized Onions
THIN SLICED STEAK, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, GOAT CHEESE, ARUGULA, AND EVOO
P24-Chicken And Prosciutto
CHICKEN CUTLET, PROSCIUTTO, FRESH MOZZ, ROASTED PEPPERS, WITH EVOO, AND A BALSAMIC GLAZE
P25-Prosciutto and Mozzarella
Prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, arugula, evoo, and balsamic glaze. Does not come pressed.
P26-Zesty Turkey
SLICED TURKEY TOPPED WITH FRESH COLESLAW AND A ZESTY CHIPOTLE MAYO. (DOES NOT COME PRESSED)
P27-Turkey And Horseradish
TURKEY,ARUGULA,HORSERADISH MAYO,RED ONION AND TOMATO. (DOES NOT COME PRESSED)
P28- Classic Pastrami on Rye
PASTRAMI, SAURKRAUT, SWISS AND SPICY MUSTARD ON RYE BREAD
P29- Pastrami Cuban
PASTRAMI, HAM, SWISS, PICKLES, SPICY MUSTARD
P30- Almost Cuban
HAM, TURKEY, PICKLES, SPICY MUSTARD AND SWISS
P31- Bistro Pastrami
PASTRAMI, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, SWISS, BISTRO SAUCE ON RYE BREAD
P32 -Straight up Pastrami
PASTRAMI, SPICY MUSTARD, PRESSED ON RYE BREAD
P33- Mediterranean
GRILLED CHICKEN, ARTICHOKE HEARTS, ROASTED PEPPERS, KALAMATA OLIVES, FRESH MOZZARELLA, BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
P34-French Dip With Side Au Jus
THIN SLICED ROAST BEEF, SWISS, AU JUS SERVED WITH AN ADDITIONAL SIDE OF AU JUS FOR DIPPING
P35-S.P.O.
Sausage, Peppers, Onions, Marinara, Provolone Cheese
Chicken Vodka Parm Panini
BREADED CHICKEN CUTLET, VODKA SAUCE, FRESH MOZZARELLA, PARMESAN CHEESE.
Chicken Parm Panini
CHICKEN CAPRESE PANINI
FRESH SLICED TOMATO, FRESH MOZZARELLA, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, BALSAMIC GLAZE, HOMEMADE PESTO AND YOUR CHOICE OF BREADED OR GRILLED CHICKEN CUTLET.
Buffalo Chicken panini
Tuna Melt Panini
Cubano Panini
Turkey & Cranberry Fall Panini
Turkey, brie cheese, french fried onions, and baby arugula. On Multigrain bread with a cranberry horseradish sauce.
S1 -Caesar Salad
ROMAINE LETTUCE, PARMESAN CHEESE, CROUTONS, AND CAESAR DRESSING.
S2 -Pear and Goat Cheese Salad
Mixed Greens, Sliced Pears, Candied Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Side of Balsamic Vinaigrette
S3 -Antipasto Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Olives, Artichoke Hearts, Tomatoes, Roasted Peppers, Red Onion, Fresh Mozzarella and Balsamic Vinaigrette
S4 -Summer Salad
MIXED GREENS, STRAWBERRIES, GOAT CHEESE, CANDIED WALNUTS, BALSAMIC GLAZE.
S5 -South Western Salad
AVOCADO, ROASTED CORN, GRAPE TOMATOES, ROASTED PEPPERS,BLACK BEANS, TORTILLA STRIPS, CHEDDAR CHEESE, AND CHILI LIME DRESSING.ALL OUR SALADS ARE SERVED WITH FRESH BAKED BREAD.
S6 -Greek Salad
ROMAINE LETTUCE, RED ONION, OLIVES, TOMATOES, AND FETA CHEESE. SIDE OF BALSAMIC DRESSING
S7 -Classic Tuna Salad
TUNA, MAYO, CELERY, AND ONION; OVER ROMAINE LETTUCE.
S8 -Beet Salad
BEETS, BABY ARUGULA, GOAT CHEESE, CANDIED WALNUTS, SLICED GREEN APPLES, AND ABALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE .ALL OUR SALADS ARE SERVED WITH FRESH BAKED BREAD.
S9 -Caprese
SLICED TOMATOES, RED ONIONS, FRESH MOZZ, BASIL, OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR.
S10 -Garden Salad
MIXED GREENS, RED ONION, TOMATOES, OLIVES, OLIVE OIL AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR.
S11 -Crunchy Parmesan Lemon Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Kalamata Olives, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Lemon Olive Oil Dressing
S12-Cobb Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Hard Boiled Egg, Chopped Bacon, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Grape Tomato, Avocado, Side of Ranch Dressing
Salads
Soups
Broccoli Cheddar
ALL OUR SOUPS ARE SERVED WITH FRESH BAKED BREAD.
Chicken Soup
ALL OUR SOUPS ARE SERVED WITH FRESH BAKED BREAD.
French Onion
ALL OUR SOUPS ARE SERVED WITH FRESH BAKED BREAD.
Lobster Bisque
ALL OUR SOUPS ARE SERVED WITH FRESH BAKED BREAD.
Tomato Basil Soup
ALL OUR SOUPS ARE SERVED WITH FRESH BAKED BREAD.
Classic Buffalo (8)
Garlic Parm (8)
Honey Bbq (8)
Mango Habanero
Sweet Chili
Teriyaki (8)
Cajun Wings
Wings
Wraps
W1-Chicken Caesar Wrap
GRILLED CHICKEN, ROMAINE LETTUCE , PARMESAN CHEESE, AND CAESAR DRESSING
W2-Breaded Buffalo Chicken Wrap
BREADED BUFFALO CHICKEN, SWISS CHEESE, LETTUCE, AND TOMATO
W3-Classic Tuna Wrap
TUNA, RED ONIONS, TOMATO, CELERY, BABY ARUGULA, AND MAYO
W4-Turkey Wrap
TURKEY, SWISS, LETTUCE, TOMATO, RED ONIONS WITH MAYO
W5-Philly Cheese Steak Wrap
THINLY SLICED STEAK, MELTED AMERICAN CHEESE, MUSHROOMS,SWEET PEPPERS AND ONIONS
W6-Italian Wrap
HAM, SALAMI, CAPRICOLA, PROVOLONE, LETTUCE, TOMATOES, ONIONS, OIL AND VINEGAR
W7-Chicken Avocado Wrap
GRILLED CHICKEN, BACON, AVOCADO, TOMATO, RED ONION, AND LIME JUICE
W8-Bbq Chicken Wrap
BBQ CHICKEN, RED ONION, COLE SLAW, AND A HORSERADISH MAYO
W9-Turkey And Horseradish
TURKEY, ARUGULA, HORSERADISH MAYO, RED ONION, AND TOMATO
W10-Roast Beef and Horseradish
Roast beef, horseradish mayo, arugula, red onion and tomato.
W11-Grilled Chicken and Bruschetta Wrap
Grilled Chicken, Fresh Bruschetta, and Fresh Mozzarella
W12-South Western Chicken Wrap
Crispy Chicken, Chipotle Mayo, Roasted Corn, Black Beans, Romaine Lettuce Tortilla Strips, Avocado, Shredded Cheddar Cheese
W13-Eggplant and Mozz
THICK SLICED BREADED EGGPLANT, FRESH MOZZ, ROASTED PEPPERS, BABY ARUGULA, AND A BALSAMIC GLAZE
Chicken Teriyaki Wrap
Grilled chicken in teriyaki sauce with lettuce and red onion.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN WRAP
Penne & Vodka Sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana with Spaghetti
Tortellini Alfredo
Tortellini & Pesto
Chicken Parmigiana with Spaghetti
Chicken Francese over Penne
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Cavatelli With Sausage and Broccoli Rabe
Fish and Chips
Fish and chips served with side of coleslaw and fries.
Traditional Classic Dinner Specials
Soft Drinks
Apple Juice
20 oz
Coke
20 oz
Coke Zero
20 oz
Diet Coke
20 oz
Mug Rootbeer
20 oz
Fanta
20 oz
Gingerale
20 oz
Pure Leaf Black Tea
Pure Leaf Lemon
20 oz
Pure Leaf Green Tea
20 oz
Dr pepper
20 oz
Powerade Blue
20 oz
Powerade Red
20 oz
Seltzer Plain
20 oz
Sprite
Water
20 oz