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Savor the Best Italian Cuisine in San Diego

From handcrafted pasta to wood-fired pizza, indulge in Italian dishes crafted with passion, fresh ingredients, and traditional artistry.

Seafood pasta made fresh in San Diego

Weekly Chef Specials

Explore our chef specials featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and authentic Italian food made with care.

Appetizers 'Sfiziosi'

Burrata, Carciofi e Pistacchi

D.O.P. Burrata, Roman Artichokes, Crumbled Pistachios, Pesto, Fried Leeks

Prosciutto e Melone  

24 mo. Parma Prosciutto, Tuscan Cantaloup, Balsamic Reduction Drops

Homemade Pasta 'Saporiti'

Tagliatelle al Granchio, Asparagi e Zafferano

Homemade Tagliatelle, Crab, Asparagus, Cherry Tomatoes, Saffron Sauce

Parmigiana

Layered Eggplant, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Smoked Mozzarella, 24mo. Parmigiano, Basil

Meat & Seafood Entrees 'Deliziosi'

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Pesce del Giorno ai Porri e Uvetta

Pan Seared Fish of the Day, Golden Raisins, Shallots, White Wine, Mashed Potato & Organic Seasonal Veggies

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Scaloppine di Pollo Limone, Caperi e Olive

Free Range Chicken Medallions, Lemon Sauce, Capers, Black Olives, Mashed Potatoes & Organic Seasonal Veggies

Happy Hour

Our happy hour menu is a local favorite! Join us during happy hours and unwind with handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and delicious Italian bites at unbeatable prices.
Tue - Thu from 4 - 6pm

Food

Crocchette di Patate

Potato Croquettes with Mozzarella, Parma Cotto Ham, Marinara Sauce

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Aperitivo all'Italiana 

D.O.P. Speck, Parma Prosciutto, Salame Felino, Homemade Bread Crostini

15
Arancino di Riso

Fried Risotto Balls, Smoked Scamorza Cheese, Pecorino Cream, Black Truffle

16
Caprese Rivisitata

Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio, D.O.P. Burrata, Balsamic Caviar, Basil Olive Oil. Homemade Bread Crostini

14
Pizza

Pizza Margherita - Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil
Piazza Diavola - Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Spicy Calabrese Salame
Gluten Free +$3

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Carpaccio di Bue

Angus Beef Carpaccio, Chipotle Mayo, Cured Yolk, Grated Pecorino, Micro Greens

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Guazetto di Vongole

Fresh Clams, Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, White Wine Broth, Chili

15

Drink

Cocktails
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Beer
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House Wines

$3 off any other wine glass

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Starters

Begin your meal with our selection of freshly prepared starters, featuring classic Italian flavors and seasonal ingredients.

Polpette di Angus

Homemade Angus Beef Meat Balls, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Dry Ricotta Cheese

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Polipo alla Griglia su Hummus di Ceci

Mediterranean Grilled Octopus, Spicy Sausage 'Nduja, Garbanzo Hummus

26
Carpaccio di Angus e Carciofi Fritti

Angus Beef Carpaccio, EVOO, Lemon, Roman Fried Artichokes, Parmigiano

24
Burrata Caprese Rivisitata

D.O.P. Burrata, Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio, Balsamic Caviar, Basil Olive Oil, Homemade Bread Crostini (Not GF)

23
Insalata di Farro

Arugula, Farro, Artichoke, Fennel, Green Peas, Carrots, Pecorino Romano Cheese, Lemon Vinaigrette
Add Salmon / Shrimp / Chicken / Italian Sausage

14/19
Insalata di Cesare

Lettuce, Bread Crumbles, White Anchovies, Shaved Parmigiano, Crispy Guanciale Pork Cheek

14/19
Tris di Bruschetta

- Stracciatella Burrata, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes
- Garbanzo Hummus, Spicy Sausage 'Nduja
- Ricotta Cheese, Parma Prosciutto

20
Frittura Mista di Pesce

Fried Calamari, Baja Shrimp, Seabass, San Marzano Tomato Sauce

26
Zuppa del Giorno

Our delicious soup of the day is always vegan. Ask your server for details.

Pasta Fresca

Learn why the locals consider us the best Italian in San Diego! Our handcrafted pasta is made fresh daily, using time-honored techniques and the finest ingredients for an authentic taste of Italy. Some of our pasta dishes can be prepared Gluten-Free. Please ask your server.

Spaghetti Neri ai Frutti di Mare

Black Squid Ink Spaghetti, Clams, Baja Shrimp, Tiger Prawn, Salmon, Sea-Bass, Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic

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Spaghetti Alle Vongole

Clams, Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, White Wine, Chili

28
Tagliatelle alla Bolognese

Tagliatelle, Angus Beef Ragout

26
Ravioli agli Asparagi e Stracchino

Asparagus-Stracchino Soft Cheese Homemade Ravioli, Delicate Butter Sauce, Thyme

27
Gnocchi al Pesto e Burrata

Potato Dumplings, Fresh Pesto Sauce, D.O.P. Stracciatella Burrata (Contains Pine-Nuts)

26
Fusilloni al Ragu d'Agnello e Salsiccia

Cork Screw Pasta, Lamb-Sausage Ragout

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Lasagna

Pasta Layers, Angus Beef Ragout, Besciamelle Parmigiano

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Perfectly cooked meat imported from Italy

Carne e Pesce

Enjoy our expertly prepared meat and seafood dishes, made with premium cuts, responsibly sourced seafood, and time-honored flavors.

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Salmone alla Puttanesca

Wild Salmon, Pachino Tomatoes, Capers, Black Olives, Garlic, White Wine. Organic Seasonal Veggies and Mashed Potato

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Branzino agli Agrumi

Deboned Whole Branzino, Citrus Fruit, White Wine Sauce. Organic Seasonal Veggies and Mashed Potatoes

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Cioppino

Baja Shrimp, Clams, Seabass, Garlic, White Wine, Pachino Tomatoes, Side Crostini

30
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Coscia di Pollo al Forno

Oven Roasted Free Range Quarter Chicken Leg, Lemon Sauce with Artichokes. Organic Seasonal Veggies and Mashed Potato

32
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Bistecca Toscana al Burro e Timo

12oz Angus Rib Eye Steak, Butter Sauce, Thyme, Shaved Parmigiano. Arugola Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Carrots. Parmigiano Fries

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Cotoletta alla Milanese

Breaded & Fried Free Range Chicken Cutlets, Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmigiano Fries

29
Sides

Seasonal Veggies / Parmigiano Fries / Asparagus / Roasted Potatoes / Broccoli

9

Pizze

Pizza Napoletana Flour / Flor di Latte Fresh Mozzarella / San Marzano Tomato Sauce
Gluten Free +$3 / Vegan Cheese +$3 / D.O.P Burrata +$5

Pizza Diavola

Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Spicy Calabrese Salame

24
Pizza 4 Formaggi e Noci

Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Stracchino, Parmigiano Reggiano, Walnuts

26
Pizza Salsiccia, Ricotta e Pesto

Ricotta Cheese, Italian Sausage, Fresh Pesto, Fried Artichokes, Chili Oil

25
Pizza Margherita Burrata

Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Arugola, Burrata, Basil

26
Pizza Crudo e Rucola

Tomato Sauce/Mozzarella/D.O.P. Parma Prosciutto/Arugula/Shaved Parmigiano/Cherry Tomatoes

26

Vegan

Pizza Napoletana Flour / Flor di Latte Fresh Mozzarella / San Marzano Tomato Sauce
Gluten Free +$3 / Vegan Cheese +$3 / D.O.P Burrata +$5

Bruschetta

Marinated Chopped Heirloom Tomato, Garlic, Basil, On Crostini

17
Spaghetti al Pesto Vegano

Homemade Spaghetti, Vegan Pesto Sauce, Pine-Nuts, Potatoes

25
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Frittura Vegetariana

Fried and Crispy Zucchini, Broccoli, Asparagus, Brussels Sprouts, Artichokes (Rice Flour)

22
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Insalata di Farro

Arugula, Wild Berries, Quinoa, Caramelized Pecans, Balsamic Reduction

14/18
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Insalata della Casa

Wild Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Carrots, Balsamic Vinaigrette

14
Gnocchi alla Norma Vegani

Homemade Potato Dumplings, Fried Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Shaved Pecorino, Chillies

25
Pizza Margherita Vegana

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Vegan Mozzarella, Basil

23
Fusilloni Primavera

Homemade Cork Screw Pasta, Organic Seasonal Vegetables, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

24
Pasta Fresca al Ragu Vegano

Homemade Pasta, Delicious Walnuts, Pistachios, Fresh Tomato Ragout

26
Pizza Orto Fritto

Tomato Sauce, Vegan Mozzarella,
Fried Organic Veggies: Zucchini, Eggplant, Broccoli, Asparagus, Artichokes, Sweet Bell Peppers

25
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Zuppa Del Giornio

Soup of the Day, Vegetable Stock and Organic Produce (Bowl)

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Chocolate Lover Dessert

Exquisite Chocolate Ganache, Dates, Pecans, Sliced Almonds, Orange Confit, Crunchy Caramel

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A delicious Tiramisu dessert

Dessert

Indulge in our decadent desserts for the perfect finale to your meal, made with the finest ingredients by our talented Italian pastry chef Eva Furletti.

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Chocolate Lover Dessert

Exquisite Chocolate Ganache, Dates, Pecans, Sliced Almonds, Orange Confit, Crunchy Caramel

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Cannoli

Fresh Ricotta Cheese, Chocolate Drops, Candied Orange, Crumbled Pistachios

14
Ricotta Cheese Cake

Crunchy Cookies, Creamy Ricotta, Fresh Wild Berry Sauce

14
Tiramisu

Lady Fingers, Espresso, Marsala, Mascarpone, Cocoa

14
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Affogato al Caffe

Vanilla Gelato, Shot of Espresso

8
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Sorbetto Artigianale

Two Scoops of Your Favorite Flavors: Lemon & Wild Berries Sorbet

8
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Gelato Artigianale

Two Scoops of Your Favorite Flavors: Vanilla, Chocolate, Pistachio

8
Traditional Italian appetizers
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Handcrafted pasta made fresh daily
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Fresh caught seafood pasta
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The best pasta in San Diego, a delicious vegan pasta dish
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Delicious mixed drinks and cocktails at a full bar
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La Jolla, CA, 92037

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