Cafe Shi American (New)

Cafe Shi Menu

(515) 292-2066
823 Wheeler St, Ames, IA 50010
$$$$$

Appetizers


Truffle Parmesan Fries
$7.95
served with assorted aioli.
Guacamole
$7.95
fresh, simply scrumptious and made to order. served with a basket of fresh tortilla chips.
Bruschetta
$7.95
baked garlic toast topped with fresh tomatoes, basil and parmesan cheese.
Fried Vegetable Tempura
$9.95
served with apricot soy dipping sauce.
Artichoke & Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
$8.95
served with warm chili dusted pita chips.
Coconut Shrimp
$9.95
served with sriracha cocktail sauce and grilled pineapple.
Amuse's Sweet Pork Ribs
$8.95
oven roasted pork ribs with vietnamese barbecue sauce.
Chicken Pot Stickers
$6.95
asian style dumplings pan seared. served with apricot soy dipping sauce.
Hongs Egg Roll
$2.00
each.
Vietnamese Spring Roll
$2.50
served with sweet chili sauce and spicy peanut sauce. with pork and shrimp. each.
Vietnamese Spring Roll
2.00
vegetarian. each.

$Soups & Sandwiches


Tomato Basil Bisque
$4.70
Soup Du Jour
$4.70
Pho
$10.95
this delicious vietnamese staple is made with a distinct blend of star anise, ginger, cloves and other seasonings in a rich beef broth with rice noodles. beef ,chicken or tofu.
Vietnamese Banh Mi (Saigon Sub)
this classic street food starts with a french roll, mayonnaise, cilantro, cucumber, pickled carrots, jalapeno slices and your choice of meat or vegetarian. enjoy this version of my favorite childhood meal.
Banh Mi Thit Heo Hay Ga
$9.95
marinated seared pork loin or chicken breast.
Banh Mi Xiu Mai pork
$8.95
meatballs in a fresh tomato sauce.
Banh Mi Chay
8.95
vegetarian or vegan option with portobello mushroom.

$Specialty Salads

Dressings house, ranch, blue cheese, spicy peanut dressing, balsamic vinaigrette, house thousand island, raspberry - chipotle vinaigrette.
Vietnamese Chicken Salad (Ga Xe Phay)
$10.95
roasted chicken, asian cabbage slaw and fresh herbs tossed with chili vinaigrette.
Quinoa Warm Salad
$10.95
quinoa sauteed with spinach, mushrooms, onions, peppers and sun-dried tomatoes served atop mixed greens tossed with house vinaigrette. add chicken $2.95, salmon $5.95 extra.
East Meet West
$10.95
crispy chicken tenders with sweet and spicy chili sauce. served atop mixed greens tossed with creamy blue cheese dressing.
Sesame Ahi Tuna Salad
$14.95
with spicy peanut dressing. sesame encrusted ahi tuna pan seared rare with spinach, peppadew peppers, carrots, scallions and spicy peanut dressing.
Mexican Chop Chop
$12.95
chile-citrus marinated grilled chicken breast, mixed greens, queso blanco pepitas, pico de gallo, roasted corn and raspberry-chipotle vinaigrette.
La Quercial Prosciutto With Seasonal Fruit
12.95
with farmer greens, blackberry-balsamic gastrique and artisan bread.

$Sandwiches

Add a cup of or house salad for $1.99 add truffle fries $2.99.
Char Grilled Burger & Fries
$10.95
8 oz angus beef, aged cheddar, b.l.t. and secret sauce on a toasted bun.
Portobello Burger & Fries
$9.95
grilled portobello mushroom , swiss cheese & garlic aioli on ciabatta bread.
Salmon Club
$12.95
roasted salmon, asian slaw and cilantro aioli on toasted ciabatta bread . served with french fries.
Chicken Samba
$10.95
sauteed chicken with sweet peppers and onions, topped with pepper jack cheese and cilantro crema. served on pita bread.
Chicken Samba
$12.95
with beef or pork.
Media Noche Sandwich
10.95
cuban roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, mayo and mustard on cuban bread, pressed and served with french fries.

$Noodles And Other Favorites

Served with choice of soup or house salad. Substitute wedge salad for $1.99.
Hong's Spicy Rice
$15.95
shrimp, chicken and asian vegetables in a sweet and spicy soy sauce.
Hong's Spicy Rice
$13.95
substitute tofu.
Vietnamese Curry - Beef
$17.95-17.95
a medley of vegetables, simmered with coconut-lemongrass curry sauce with.
Shrimp Pad Thai
$14.95-13.95
vietnamese-style rice noodles and shrimp stir-fried with peppers, onions, scallions and cilantro in a chili-lime sauce.
Stir Fried Beef &Tomatoes
$14.95
fettuccini pasta sauteed with sliced tender beef, onions, scallions, celery and tomato wedges in a soy glaze.
Cajun Chicken Pasta
$14.95
blackened chicken strips, sun-dried tomatoes and broccoli tossed with fettuccini pasta in a garlic parmesan cream sauce.
Four Seasons Pasta
$12.95
seasonal vegetables from our local farmers, sauteed and tossed with penne pasta in a fresh lemon garlic olive oil sauce. add chicken $2.95 or salmon $5.95.
Pasta Jambalaya
$17.95
shrimp, chicken and andouille sausage sauteed in a creole sauce and tossed with penne pasta. served with garlic toast.
Baked Cavatelli
14.95
cavatelli pasta tossed with graziano's italian sausage, mozzarella, arrabiata sauce and topped with pamigiano reggiano.

$Entrees - Poultry

Served with choice of soup or house salad. Substitute wedge salad for $1.99.
Cumberland Chicken
$15.95
chicken breast encrusted with sesame-panko bread crumbs, pan seared served with cumberland sauce, jasmine rice & seasonal vegetables.
Chicken Vesuvio
15.95
a specialty of chicago, golden-crispy, pan-fried chicken served in garlic cwhite wine sauce with potato wedges and sweet peas.

$Entrees - Beef And Pork


Bulgogi
$17.95
korean-style barbecue beef. served with rice and cucumber kim chee.
Pork Au Poivre
$14.95
seared pork loin with creamy peppercorn sauce served with sauteed apples, leeks, and lyonnaise potatoes.
Sweet Asian Pork Ribs
$17.95
oven roasted pork ribs marinated in a vietnamese bbq sauce. served with kim chee and jasmine rice.
Steak Diane
21.95
pan seared rib eye steak. topped with a luscious brandy cream sauce and sauteed mushrooms, served with lyonnaise potatoes.

$Entrees - Seafood


Omega - 3 Goodness
$19.95
cedar plank roasted salmon filet topped with maple chili glaze served with ginger brown rice and market vegetables.
Shrimp Tempura
$17.95
jumbo shrimp lightly dipped in tempura batter and fried to golden served with jasmine rice and market vegetables.
Baked Tilapia
15.95
panko herb-crusted, seasonal vegetables, brown rice pilaf and caper tartar sauce.

$A La Carte


Brown Rice Pilaf
$3.00
Steamed Jasmine Rice
$2.00
Cucumber Kim Chee
$3.00
Sauteed Mushrooms
$4.95
French Fries
$4.00
Side Salad
$4.95
Sauteed Quinoa
$6.00
Vegetables Du Jour
$5.00
Lyonnaise Potatoes
5.00

$Cool Drinks


Strawberry Lemonade
$2.75
Coca Cola Products
$1.95
Arnold Palmer
$2.25
Iced Tea
$1.95
San Pellegrino
$2.95
Vietnamese Iced Coffee
$3.25
Juice
1.95

$Hot Drinks


Coffee
$1.95
Hot Tea
$1.95
Gong Fu Tea
$2.50
Vietnamese Coffee
$3.25
Espresso
$1.95
Cafe Latte
$3.25
Cappuccino
3.25

$Vegetarian Menu - Appetizers

Item can be made vegan.
Truffle Parmesan Fries
$7.95
made with white truffle oil, scallions and fresh parmesan cheese. served with assorted aioli.
Guacamole Fresca
$7.95
fresh made to order. avocado, lime, red onions, tomatoes and cilantro, served with fresh tortilla chips.
Spinach And Artichoke Fondue
$8.95
served with warm chili dusted pita chips.
Caprese Bruschetta
$7.95
classic diced tomato, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, basil and garlic on grilled artisan bread and drizzled with balsamic reduction.
Vegetarian Vietnamese Spring Roll
2.00
a classic; hand rolled with fresh herbs and rice paper each.

$Vegetarian Menu - Soups, Salads, And Sandwiches

Add a cup of homemade soup for $1.99.
Pho Bowl
$10.95
this delicious vietnamese staple is made with a distinct blend of star anise, ginger, cloves and other seasonings in a vegetarian broth with rice noodles and tofu served with fresh herbs aside.
Quinoa Warm Salad
$10.95
quinoa sauteed with spinach, mushrooms, onions, peppers and sun-dried tomatoes served on a bed of mixed greens tossed with house vinaigrette.
Bistro Salad
$9.95
mixed greens, sun-dried cherries, apples, spiced pecans and celery with maple vinaigrette.
Banh Mi Chay (Saigon Sub)
8.95
french roll, cilantro, cucumber, pickle, carrots and jalapeno slices with portobello mushroom.

$Vegetarian Menu - Entrees

Served with choice of soup or house salad. Substitute wedge salad for. $1.99.
Hongs Spicy Rice
$13.95
tofu and seasonal asian vegetables in a sweet and spicy soy sauce.
Vietnamese Curry
$11.95-13.95
a medley of vegetables, simmered with coconut-lemongrass curry sauce served over jasmine rice. (with tofu).
Vietnamese Curry
$13.95
with tofu.
Southwestern Pasta
$13.95
tofu, bermuda onions and sweet peppers tossed with penne pasta and tequila cream sauce.
Vegetable Lasagna
$14.95
ricotta cheese, roasted red peppers, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes layered with fresh pasta and bechamel sauce.
Baked Cavatelli Pasta
14.95
Mozzarella, homemade marinara and parmigiano-reggiano.

$Gluten Free Menu - Appetizers

Please specify to your server that you are requesting a gluten free item.
Truffle Parmesan Fries
$7.95
made with white truffle oil, scallions and fresh parmesan cheese.
Guacamole Fresca
$7.95
fresh made to order. avocado, lime, red onions, tomatoes and cilantro served with fresh corn tortilla chips.
Spinach And Artichoke Fondue
$8.95
served with fresh corn tortilla chips.
Amuse's Sweet Pork Ribs
$8.95
oven roasted pork ribs with vietnamese barbecue sauce.
Vietnamese Spring Roll - Vegetarian
2.50-2.00
a classic; hand rolled with fresh herbs and rice paper served with sweet chili sauce and spicy peanut sauce with pork and shrimp each.

$Gluten Free Menu - Soup And Salads

Add a cup of homemade soup for $1.99.
Pho Bowl
$10.95
this delicious vietnamese staple is made with a distinct blend of star anise, ginger, cloves and other seasonings in a rich beef broth wit rice noodles. served with fresh herbs aside. choice of chicken or beef.
Pho Bowl
$10.95
we de have vegetarian broth, with tofu.
Vietnamese Chicken Salad
$10.95
(ga xe phay) roasted chicken, cabbage, vegetables and fresh herbs tossed with sweet chili vinaigrette.
Quinoa Warm Salad
$10.95
quinoa sauteed with spinach, mushrooms, onions, peppers and sun-dried tomatoes served on a bed of mixed greens tossed with house vinaigrette.
Sesame Ahi Tuna Salad
$14.95
with spicy peanut dressing. sesame encrusted ahi tuna pan seared rare with spinach, peppadew peppers, carrots, scallions and spicy peanut dressing.
Bistro Salad
9.95
mixed greens, sun-dried cherries, apples, spiced pecans and celery with maple vinaigrette.

$Gluten Free Menu - Soup And Salads - Salad Creations

Add to any salad.
Grilled Chicken
$2.95
Roasted Salmon
$5.95
Shrimp Skewer
$5.95
Grilled Pork Loin
$3.95
Crispy Chicken
2.95

$Gluten Free Menu - Entrees

Served with choice of soup or salad. Substitute wedge salad for $1.99.
Chicken Galliano
$17.95
boneless chicken breast rolled with prosciutto and fontina cheese, sauteed and finished with a galliano-mushroom sauce. served with creamy risotto.
Bulgogi
$17.95
korean-style barbecue beef served with rice, seasonal greens and kimchee.
Steak Paillard
$19.95
8 oz sirloin pounded and pan-seared. served with sauteed sweet peppers, lyonnaise potatoes, red wine sauce and bleu cheese crumbles.
Espresso Rubbed Bistro Steak
$19.95
8 oz beef shoulder tenderloin with espresso and ancho chili rub. served with mushroom sauce and potatoes du jour. add shrimp skewer $5.95 extra.
Pork Au Poivre
$14.95
seared pork loin with peppercorn sauce served with sauteed apples, leeks and lyonnaise potatoes.
Sweet Asian Pork Ribs
$17.95
oven roasted pork ribs marinated in a vietnamese barbecue sauce. served with kimchee and jasmine rice.
Omega-3 Goodness
$19.95
roasted salmon filet topped with maple chili glaze. served with ginger brown rice and sesame vegetables.
Fish Tacos
$15.95
grilled tilapia, pico do gallo, cilantro crema, and spicy slaw served in a corn tortilla served with spanish rice.
Baked Tilapia
$15.95
baked fish filet served with seasonal vegetables and caper tartar sauce.
Hong's Spicy Rice
$14.95-13.95
shrimp, chicken, and seasonal asian vegetables in a sweet and spicy soy sauce. (with tofu).
Vietnamese Curry
$15.95-17.95
a medley of vegetables, simmered with coconut-lemongrass curry sauce. served over jasmine rice with beef.
Shrimp Pad Thai
$14.95-13.95
vietnamese-style rice noodles and shrimp stir-fried with peppers, onions, scallions and cilantro in a chili-lime sauce.
Southwestern Chicken Pasta
$13.95-13.95
sauteed chicken breast, bermuda onions and sweet peppers in a tequila cream sauce served over choice of rice or rice noodles.
Pasta Jambalaya
17.95
shrimp, chicken and andouille sausage in a creole sauce served over choice of rice or rice noodles.

$Kids Menu - Entrees

All entrees served with fresh fruit cup.
Grilled Cheese
$4.00
Penne With Butter Parmesan
$4.50
Penne With Marinara Sauce
$4.50
House Made Chicken Strips
$4.50
Roasted Salmon
$8.95
with vegetable of the day.
Shrimp
$8.95
with vegetable of the day.
Pan Seared Pork Loin
$6.95
with vegetable of the day.
French Toast With Fresh Fruit
$4.95
Scrambled Eggs
4.95
with bacon & fresh fruit.

$Kids Menu - Desserts


2 Scoops Of Vanilla Ice Cream Topped
2.50
with chocolate and strawberry sauce.

$Kids Menu - Beverages


Soft Drinks
$1.00
Shirley Temple
$1.75
sprite with grenadine and a cherry of course.
Roy Rogers
$1.75
coke with grenadine and a cherry too.
Milk Or Chocolate Milk
$1.95

Soups


Homemade Daily
$4.00-7.00
Pho Bowl
$10.95
this delicious vietnamese staple is made with a distinct blend of star anise, ginger, cloves and other seasonings in a rich beef broth with rice noodles. served with fresh herbs alongside. beef or chicken.
Pho Bowl
$10.95
we do have vegetarian broth, with tofu.
Xoi Vietnamese Sticky Rice
3.00
this vietnamese street food breakfast is served with sesame salt - sugar. the flavor changes along with the color of the rice.

$Specialty Salads

Add a cup of homemade soup for $1.99.
Vietnamese Chicken Salad
$10.95
(ga xe phay). roasted chicken, cabbage, vegetables and fresh herbs tossed with sweet chili vinaigrette.
Quinoa Warm Salad
$10.95
quinoa sauteed with spinach, mushroom, onions, peppers and sun-dried tomatoes served on a bed of mixed greens tossed with house vinaigrette.
Sesame Ahi Tuna Salad
$14.95
sesame encrusted ahi tuna pan seared rare with spinach, peppadew peppers, carrots, scallions and spicy peanut dressing.
La Quercial Prosciutto
12.95
with seasonal fruit with farmer greens, blackberry-balsamic gastrigue and artisan bread.

$Sandwiches

Add a cup of soup or house salad for $1.99.
Char Grilled Burger & Fries
$10.95
8 oz angus beef, aged cheddar, b.l.t and secret sauce on a toasted bun.
Portobello Burger & Fries
$10.95
grilled whole portobello mushroom, swiss cheese and garlic aioli on a toasted bun.
Salmon Club
$12.95
roasted salmon, asian slaw and cilantro aioli on toasted ciabatta bread.
Chicken Samba
$10.95-12.95
sauteed chicken with sweet peppers and onions, topped with pepper jack cheese and cilantro crema. served on pita bread.
Banh Mi
(saigon sub) this classic street food starts with a french roll, mayonnaise, cilantro, cucumber, pickled carrots, jalapeno slices and your choice of meat or vegetarian. enjoy this version of my favorite childhood meal.
Banh Mi Thit Heo Hay Ga
$9.95
marinated seared pork loin or chicken breast.
Banh Mi Xiu Mai
$8.95
pork meatballs in a fresh tomato sauce.
Banh Mi Chay
8.95
vegetarian or vegan with portobello mushroom.

$Noodles And Other Favorites

Served with a cup of soup or a house salad. substitute wedge salad for $1.99.
Hong's Spicy Rice
$14.95-13.95
shrimp, chicken, and seasonal asian vegetables sauteed in a sweet and spicy soy sauce. or substitute tofu.
Vietnamese Curry
$15.95-17.95
a medley of vegetables, simmered with coconut-lemongrass curry sauce served over jasmine rice. with beef.
Shrimp Pad Thai - With Chicken
$13.95-13.95
vietnamese-style rice noodles and shrimp stir-fried with peppers, onions, scallions and cilantro in a chili-lime sauce. (with chicken).
Pasta Jambalaya
$17.95
shrimp, chicken and andouille sausage in a creole sauce with penne pasta. served with garlic toast.
Cajun Chicken Pasta
$14.95
blackened chicken strips, sun-dried tomatoes and broccoli tossed with fettuccini pasta in a garlic parmesan cream sauce.
Four Seasons Pasta
$12.95
seasonal vegetables from our local farmers, sauteed and tossed with penne pasta in a fresh lemon garlic olive oil sauce. add chicken $2.95 or salmon $5.95.
Baked Cavatelli Pasta
$14.95
grazziano's italian sausage, mozzarella, homemade arrabbiata sauce and parmigiano-reggiano.
Asian Sweet Pork Ribs
17.95
oven roasted pork ribs marinated in a vietnamese barbecue sauce. served with kim chee and jasmine rice.

$From The Griddle


Fabulous French Toast
$8.95
whole wheat raisin pecan bread, battered and dusted with powdered sugar. served with maple syrup.
Texas Style French Toast
$7.95
3 thick slices of egg battered texas toast, grilled to golden with a delicious blend of sweet spices.
Texas Style French Toast
$9.95
with banana foster topping.
Waffle Of The Day
$7.95
chef's choice, ask your server for today's flavor.
Fried Chicken And Waffle
$12.95
boneless fried chicken over a butter milk waffle. served with hot & sweet syrup or maple syrup.
Buttermilk Pancakes
$6.95
house made batter, served with maple syrup. Add chocolate chips or blueberries $1.50 extra.
Cakes & Eggs
8.95
two eggs your way, two buttermilk pancakes, and choice of bacon, ham or sausage.

$Omelets

Served with breakfast potatoes, toast and jam. omelets made with egg whites only for $1.99 extra.
Hamlet
$9.95
with diced ham and cheddar.
Hamlet
$10.95
add mushrooms, peppers and onions.
All In One
$11.95
bacon, sausage, ham, mushrooms, onions and tomatoes topped with cheddar cheese.
Green Giant
8.95
broccoli, onions, tomatoes and cheddar cheese.

$Eggs & Other Things


Sunrise Breakfast
$7.95
two eggs your way and choice of ham, bacon, or sausage. served with hash browns, toast and jam.
Biscuits And Gravy
$8.95
homemade sausage gravy and biscuits served with two eggs your way and hash browns.
Breakfast Croissant
$8.95
two eggs scrambled with cheddar cheese and choice of bacon, sausage or ham.
Bruschetta Eggs
$8.95
two eggs scrambled atop crostini with fresh diced tomatoes, basil pesto and parmesan.
Portobello And Spinach Quesadilla
$10.95
whole wheat tortilla, portobello, onions, spinach and pepper jack cheese. served with breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs and fruit garnish.
Breakfast Tacos
$10.95
chorizo, potatoes, and onions in flour tortillas with cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomatoes. served with salsa and sour cream.
Asian Frittata
$10.95
(egg foo young) sauteed chicken, mushrooms and scallions in a creamy egg custard. served with steamed rice and fresh fruit.
Banh Bao
$3.95
(steamed pork bun) traditional vietnamese lightly sweet bun filled with pork, asian sausage & onions. each.
Banh Bao
3.95
also available with chicken. each.

$Side Items


One French Toast
$2.50
One Pancake
$2.50
Toast
$1.00
Hong's Egg Roll
$2.00
Two Eggs
$2.95
Fresh Fruit Cup
$4.95
Ham, Sausage Or Bacon
$3.95
English Muffin
$2.00
English Muffin
$2.00
Cup Of Grits
2.00

$Cool Drinks


Juice
$1.95
Coca Cola Products
$1.95
Strawberry Lemonade
$2.75
Iced Tea
$1.95
San Pellegrino
$2.95
(500 mg).
Vietnamese Iced Coffee
$3.25
Arnold Palmer
2.25

$Hot Drinks


Coffee
$1.95
Hot Tea
$1.95
Gong Fu Tea
$2.50
Vietnamese Coffee
$3.25
Espresso
$1.95
Cappuccino
$3.25
Cafe Latte
$3.25

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