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Weekly Chef Specials

Browse our menu of weekly chef specials.

Appetizers 'Sfiziosi'

BRUSCHETTA con BURRATA e ALICI

Homemade Toasted Ciabatta Bread, D.O.P. Burrata, WhiteAnchovies, Cherry Tomato, Parsley, EVOO

INVOLTINI DI SPECK, STRACCHINO
E TARTUFO

Naturally Smoked Speck Rolls filled with Creamy Stracchino Cheese, Arugula, Shaved Black Truffle

PRIMI PIATTI'Saporiti'

GNOCCHI AL GORGONZOLA, NOCI E GUANCIALE

Homemade Potato Gnocchi, Creamy Gorgonzola Dolce, ToastedWalnuts and Crispy Guanciale — Italian Cured Pork Cheek

TAGLIOLINI AI PORCINI E TARTUFO

Egg Tagliolini, Porcini Mushrooms, Black Truffle

SECONDI PIATTI 'Deliziosi'

GRIGLIATA MISTA di PESCE

Deboned Whole Mediterranean Branzino, Citrus Fruits,Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, White Wine Sauce and Seasonal Organic Vegetables

SALTIMBOCCA ALLA ROMANA

Veal Medallions topped with Parma Prosciutto, Fontina Cheese andFresh Sage, in a White Wine Sauce.
Organic Seasonal Vegetables and 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 Cacio e Pepe

Angus Beef Meatballs, emulsified Pecorino Cheese Sauce, Red Peppercorn

Polipo alla Griglia su Humus di Ceci

Grilled Octopus, Spicy Sausage 'Nduja, Garbanzo Humus

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 ai Frutti di Bosco

Mixed Greens, D.O.P. Gorgonzola, Wild Berries, Caramelized Walnuts, Quinoa, Balsamic Vinaigrette

14/19

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

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

Guazzetto di Vongole

Clams, White Wine, Garlic, Cherry Tomato Confit, Mint, EVOO

Prosciutto, Melone e Balsamico

24 mo. Parma Prosciutto, Tuscan Cantaloupe, Balsamic Reduction

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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.

Spaghetti Neri di Mare

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

Spaghetti Alle Vongole

Clams, Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, White Wine, Chili

Ravioli di Parmigiana

Exquisite Eggplant Parmigiana Ravioli, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Dried Ricotta Cheese

Amore allo Zafferano, Speck e Asparagi

Cork Bucatini, D.O.P. Speck Ham, Saffron Sauce, Asparagus

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, Broccoli e Pinoli

Maccheroni, Italian Sausage, Broccoli, Chili, Shaved Pecorino Cheese, Toasted Pine Nuts

Carne e Pesce

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

Salmone Piccata

Wild Salmon, Lemon Sauce, Capers, Seasonal Veggies

Branzino alla Puttanesca

Deboned Whole Branzino, San Marzano Tomatoes, Olives, Capers, Garlic, Seasonal Veggies,Roasted Potatoes

Cioppino

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

Bistecca ai Porcini e Tartufo

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

Costolette d'Agnello in Crosta
di Pistacchio

Pistachio Encrusted New Zealand Racks of Lamb, 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

Diavola

Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Spicy Calabrese Salame

Guanciale, Porcini e Tartufo

Mozzarella, Stracchino,Guanciale Pork Cheek, Porcini Mushrooms, Black Truffle Paste

Salsiccia, Ricotta e Pesto

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

Margherita Burratina

Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Arugola, Burrata, Basil

Crudo e Rucola

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

Speck, Gorgonzola e Zola

Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Speck, Caramelized Walnuts, Beppe's Honey

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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 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 Vegani 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

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.