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Weekly Chef Specials

Browse our menu of weekly chef specials.

Appetizers 'Sfiziosi'

PORCHETTA alla ROMANA e CARCIOFI FRITTI

Delicious Slow Roasted Pork Belly, Fried Artichokes

VELLUTATA di ZUCCHINE e PORRI

Delicate Vellute' of Zucchini and Leeks, Touch of Pecorino Mousse

PRIMI PIATTI'Saporiti'

CALAMARATA al NERO di SEPPIA

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

TAGLIOLINI al TARTUFO

Homemade Egg Tagliolini, Butter Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano,Black Truffle

SECONDI PIATTI 'Deliziosi'

GOLD BASS agli AGRUMI e CARCIOFI

Fresh Baja Gold Bass, Citrus Fruit, Artichokes, White Wine Sauce.Organic Seasonal Veggies & Roasted Potatoes

SALTIMBOCCA alla ROMANA

Braised Short Rib, Porcini Mushrooms, Barolo Wine Reduction,
Veal Medallions topped with Parma Prosciutto, Fontina Cheese andFresh Sage, in a White Wine Sauce. Organic Seasonal Vegetablesand Roasted Potatoes

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

Dinner Menu

Starters

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

POLPETTE dello CHEF

Angus Beef Meatballs with your choice of Sauce

CRUDO di PESCE

Hamachi Marinated Yellow Tail, Sesame Dressing, Lemon, Jalapeño

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, Goat Cheese, Walnuts, Raisins, Orange-Champagne Vinaigrette

14/19

INSALATA di CESARE

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

14/19

TRIS di BRUSCHETTA

Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, Ev.o.o.
Stracciatella Burrata, Parma Prosciutto
Gorgonzola, Local Honey, Speck Smoked Ham

CALAMARI FRITTI

Fried Calamari, Artichokes, Zucchini, San Marzno Tomato Sauce

PARMIGIANA

Layered Eggplants, San Marzno Tomato Sauce, Smoked Scamorza, 24mo. Parmigiano, Basil

FOCACCIA BASKET or GF BREAD

Homemade Focaccia served with our Tomato Confit Sauce

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ZUPPA del GIORNO

Our delicious soup of the day. 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.

RAVIOLI di MAGRO al BURRO E SALVIA

Spinach-Ricotta-Parmigiano Ravioli, Delicate Butter Sauce, Sage

RAVIOLI di BRASATO al FONDO BRUNO

Slow Braised Angus Beef, Ricotta, Parmigiano, Demi Glaze, Drizzle of Crema

BUCATINI 'AMATRICIANA

Cork-Bucatini, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Crunchy Guanciale Pork Cheek, Pecorino, Chili

SPAGHETTI NERI di MARE

Black Ink Chitarra Spaghetti, Clams, Baja Shrimp, Salmon, Sea Bass, Cherry Tomato Confit

SPAGHETTI alle VONGOLE

Clams, Garlic, Cherry Tomato Confit, White Wine, Chili

GNOCCHI allo SPECK e ZAFFERANO

D.O.P. Speck Ham, Saﬀron Creamy Sauce, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano

LASAGNA

Pasta Layers, Angus Beef Ragout, Besciamelle Parmigiano

FUSILLONI al PESTO e BURRATA

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

PAPPARDELLE alla SALSICCIA, PORCINI e TARTUFO

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Italian Sausage, Porcini, Cream, Black Truﬄe

Carne e Pesce

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

BRANZINO alla ZUCCA e PORCINI

Debone Whole Branzino with Butternut Squash and Porcini Mushrooms Served with Roasted Potatoes and Seasonal Veggies

SALMONE PICCATA

Wild Salmon, Lemon Sauce, Capers, Cherry Tomatoes, Seasonal Veggies

CIOPPINO

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

BRASATO al BAROLO su RISOTTO

Slow-Braised Beef, Porcini, Barolo Wine Reduction, Saﬀron Risotto, Seasonal Veggies

COSTOLETTE D'AGNELLO ai PORCINI e TARTUFO

New Zealand Racks of Lamb, Porcini Sauce, Black Truﬄe, Sautéed Spinach, Seasonal Veggies

COTOLETTA alla MILANESE

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

Sides

Seasonal Veggies / Parmigiano Fries / Sautéed Spinach / Roasted Potatoes

Pizza

Pizza Napoletana Flour / Flor di Latte Fresh Mozzarella / San Marzano Tomato Sauce
Gluten Free +$4 / Vegan Cheese $3 / D.O.P Burrata $6

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 VEGANA ai FRUTTI di BOSCO

Mixed Greens, Wild Berries, Caramelized Walnuts, Quinoa, Balsamic Vinaigrette

14/18

INSALATA della CASA

Wild Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Carrots, Balsamic Vinaigrette

GNOCCHI VEGANA alla NORMA

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

FUSILONI al RAGU VEGANA

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

PIZZA ORTO FRITTO VEGANA

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

ZUPPA del GIORNO

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.