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Coming up: Four Course Wine Tasting Dinner on March 18!

Vignalta Awarded-Winning Wines: A fabulous Four Course Wine Tasting Dinner With Wine Maker Lucio Vignalta

Appetizers 'Sfiziosi'

TARTAR DI GRANCHIO

Crab Tartar, Avocado, Mango, Cherry Tomatoes, EVOO, Lemon, Grilled Pineapple

FAGOTTINI DI BRESAOLA

Air Dry Filet Mignon “Bresaola” Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Pear, Touch of Pesto

PRIMI PIATTI'Saporiti'

CALAMARATA

Calamarata Pasta, Sliced Calamari, Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, White Wine, Parsley, Chili

PAPPARDELLE AL RAGU' D'ANATRA E PORCINI

Pappardelle Noodles, Delicious Duck-Porcini Ragout, Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

SECONDI PIATTI 'Deliziosi'

PESCE DEL GIORNO ALL'ACQUA PAZZA

Fish of the Day, Clams, Cherry Tomatoes, Capers, Black Olives, Parsley, White Wine-Sea Water. Organic Seasonal Veggies

COSTATA ALLA TOSCANA CON TARTUFO

16oz Angus T-Bone Steak, Fresh Herbs, Black Truffle, Mashed Butternut Squash, 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

Aperitivo all'Italiana

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

Arancino di Riso

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

Caprese Rivisitata

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

Pizza

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

Carpaccio di Bue

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

Guazetto di Vongole

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

Drink

Cocktails

Beer

House Wines

$3 off any other wine glass

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

Insalata di Polipo

Octopus Salad, Mediterranean Olives, Celery, Cherry Tomatoes, Potatoes, Arugula, Pesto

Carpaccio di Angus e Carciofi Fritti

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

Burrata Caprese

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

Insalata Deliziosa

Baby Spinach, Pear, Gorgonzola, Candied Walnuts, Golden Raisins, Orange Champagne Vinaigrette
Add Salmon / Shrimp / Chicken / Italian Sausage

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Insalata di Cesare

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

14/19

Tris di Bruschetta

- Stracciatella Burrata, Roman Artichoke
- Gorgonzola, Pear, Speck Smoked Ham
- Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil

Frittura Mista di Pesce

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

Parmigiana

Layered Eggplants, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Smoked Scamorza, Parmigiano, Basil, Fried Leeks

Crudo, Stracchino e Gnocco Fritto

24mo Parma Prosciutto D.O.P., Stracchino Soft Cheese, "Gnocco Fritto" Fried Parcel Dough

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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.

Pappardelle di Mare

Pappardelle, Clams, Baja Shrimp, Salmon, Sea-Bass, Cherry Tomato Confit

Spaghetti Alle Vongole

Clams, Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, White Wine, Chili

Ravioli di Carne al Fondo Bruno

Braised Short Ribs, Parmigiano, Demi Glaze Sauce, Touch of Cream

Ravioli di Pere e Gorgonzola

Pear-Gorgonzola Cheese Ravioli, Delicate Butter Sauce, Thyme

Gnocchi 'Amatriciana

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Crunchy Guanciale Pork Cheek, Pecorino Cheese, Calabrian Chili

Fusilloni al Pesto e Burrata

Cork Screw Pasta, Fresh Pesto Sauce, D.O.P. Stracciatella Burrata (Contains Pine Nuts)

Lasagna

Pasta Layers, Angus Beef Ragout, Besciamelle Parmigiano

Maccheroni Salsiccia e Carciofi

Maccheroni Pasta, Sausage-Roman Artichoke Ragout

Carne e Pesce

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

Salmone alla Puttanesca

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

Branzino al Limoncello e Carciofi

Deboned Whole Branzino, Limoncello Sauce, Roman Artichokes, Seasonal Veggies and Roasted Potatoes

Cioppino

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

Guancette di Manzo al Barolo su Risotto

Stewed Beef Cheeks, Barolo Wine Reduction, Saffron Risotto, Seasonal Veggies

Costolette di Agnello al Marsala e Funghi

New Zealand Lamb Racks, Porcini Mushrooms, Marsala Wine, Sautéed Spinach, Roasted Potatoes

Cotoletta alla Milanese

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

Sides

Seasonal Veggies / Parmigiano Fries / Sautéed Spinach

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

Pizza Stracchino, Zucca, Guanciale e Tartufo

Mozzarella, Stracchino, Roasted Butternut Squash, Guanciale Pork Cheek,
Black Truffle Paste

Pizza Salsiccia, Ricotta e Pesto

Ricotta Cheese, Mozzarella, Italian Sausage, Pesto, Fried Artichokes, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Chili Oil

Pizza Margherita

Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Arugola, Burrata, Basil
Add Burrata

Pizza Crudo e Rucola

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

Pizza Speck e Zola

Gorgonzola, Mozzarella, Speck, Radicchio, Touch of Fresh Stracciatella Burrata

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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

Spaghetti al Pesto Vegano

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

Frittura Vegetariana

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

Insalata di Stagione Vegana

Arugula, Artichoke, Fennel, Green Peas, LemonVinaigrette

14/19

Insalata della Casa

Wild Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Carrots, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Gnocchi alla Norma Vegani

Homemade Potato Dumplings, Fried Eggplant, Fresh Tomato Sauce, Chili

Pizza Margherita Vegana

San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Vegan Mozzarella, Basil

Maccheroni Primavera

Homemade Maccheroni, Organic Seasonal Vegetables, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Fusilloni al Ragu' Vegano

Homemade Cork-Screws, Delicious Walnuts-Pistachios Fresh Tomato Ragout

Pizza Vegana Orto Fritto

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

Zuppa Del Giornio

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

Chocolate Lover Dessert

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

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.