Trattoria La Strada
702 5th Avenue, San Diego CA 92101Fifth & G: Where Passion Meets Authenticity
Review by TableAgent
Walking into Trattoria La Strada, it is evident why the restaurant is one of the most popular in the Gaslamp. The ambiance is comforting, the atmosphere lively, and the energy—like that of the adjacent intersection of 5th Avenue and G Street—bustling with excitement. The restaurant’s prime location, within walking distance from the Convention Center, hotels, and Horton Plaza, makes it an ideal place to see and be seen, and it is no surprise that two of the restaurants tall walls are entirely glass, providing one of the best views of any restaurant on 5th Avenue.
A first choice for everything from casually elegant dinners to corporate and private parties, La Strada has played host to many of the city’s most prestigious events. While this is partly due to the restaurant’s ideal atmosphere, including a private bar area, a semi private dining section, and amenities such as a full bar with talented bartenders and state of the art audio-visual equipment; part of this undoubtedly stems from the genuine passion and excitement of Executive Chef Roberto Bernardoni, and his long career of opening successful restaurants where he not only served as chef but as gracious host as well. While the atmosphere is one of the most inviting around, it is the food and the service that makes Trattoria La Strada a favorite among San Diegans and visitors alike.
At La Strada, Bernardoni finds himself focusing on bringing the traditions and treasures of his native Tuscany to San Diego. At his first two restaurants, both in the heart of Florence, high quality Tuscan ingredients were the norm; throughout his 15 years at La Strada Bernardino has personally ensured that the same quality ingredients, although not as readily available, are used in his kitchen. His attention to detail, ordering many specialty products from Italy, and firmly sticking with authentic techniques, have earned Trattoria La Strada the prestigious “Insegna del Ristorante Italiano,” an award bestowed by Italy’s president on those individuals who, presenting authentic Italian culture abroad, are deemed “ambassadors” of Italy’s culture and cuisine.
Seated at our table, amid the glass windows, exposed brick walls and deep walnut panes, I first noticed the lengths to which Bernardoni goes to share the best of his native country. Bottles of Valli Trapanesi extra-virgin olive oil and oak-aged San Giuilano Alghero Balsamic Vinegar sat on our table, which we eagerly sampled with the warm rolls that our server, John, quickly brought to us. The complexity of the olive oil was a delightful treat, as was the balance of the aged vinegar. We immediately knew we were in for an evening of the highest quality.
After fawning over the wine list, which offers one of the best selections of Italian wines I have seen, I ordered a glass of Tormaresca Chardonnay from Puglia. Connoisseurs will delight in La Strada’s vast collection if Italian wines, especially the exclusive selection from the owner’s personal cellar, which includes several vintages of the revered Tignanello and Solaia Antinori wines. For those less inclined to indulgence, the wine list contains an equally extensive and approachable selection of reasonably priced Italian and American wines, both by the glass and bottle.
Turning out attention to the dinner menu, which seemed almost as extensive as the wine list, I must admit I felt slightly overwhelmed. In addition to the selection of Antipasti, Insalate, Primi, and Secondi courses, a generous selection of daily specials prepared by Bernardino’s wife, Patricia, all looked tempting. Thankfully, our server was well versed in the intricacies of each dish, so much so that his eyes displayed vicarious delight as he described them. His list of recommendations was long as well as varied, demonstrating Bernardoni’s range of talent. John excitedly recommended the Pollo Toscano, a unique stuffed chicken breast, the Filetto Ciao San Diego, a filet mignon wrapped in prosciutto, the Penne Pirata, a pasta dish with shrimp and clams, as well as the Ossobuco Di Vitello, which we would ultimately order.
We started with the Carpaccio Al Gorgonzola E Rucola, a plate of delicately sliced raw filet mignon circling a bed of arugula, capers and a creamy gorgonzola sauce, alongside crumbly slivers of Parmigianno Reggiano. The carpaccio slices had the consistency of silk, threatening to slip off our forks as we lifted them from the plate. The slices were fresh and exquisite, although the dish’s excellence was truly revealed with a bite that combined the delicate meat with the creamy gorgonzola sauce and salty capers. While alone each component of this trio was excellent, together the bite seemed to take on certain synergy, approaching the sublime.
This sensation would continue throughout our meal, as Bernardoni’s creations would demonstrate brilliance in strategically intertwining distinct flavors and textures to reach heightened sensations of taste. This was certainly true with the Polenta alla Valdostana, an appetizer of polenta topped with ham and fontina cheese, which was then broiled and topped with a richly complex gorgonzola mushroom sauce. Somehow the creamy, airy polenta seemed to mirror in texture the fontina’s creamy taste. Each bite was an explosion of flavor that gave way to a melting sensation as the flavors dissipated and the polenta dissolved on our tongues. I couldn’t help but feel that this unique dish—creatively intertwining gorgonzola, mushrooms, polenta and fontina—screamed the essence of Northern Italy.
John brought us a glass of Ruffino Pinot Grigio, which he thought would pair excellently with the Pomodoro E Mozzarella salad we had ordered. The crisp pinot grigio seemed refreshing after such decadent appetizers, while the salad served a light intermezzo before our entrees. Fresh mozzarella cubes sat atop thick slices of roma tomatoes, topped with pesto sauce that was clearly made with only the highest quality olive oil. We savored the clean bites, contemplating the genius of the classic pairing of this trio of ingredients.
As my date took a sip of the Chianti Classico Peppoli that we had ordered to accompany our entrées, I took a moment to contemplate our surroundings. The rich leather studded chairs and white clothed tables were mostly full around us, and a lively chatter filled the air. Pianist Chris Reynolds, who we later learned has a Top-10 Billboard hit, sat at the grant piano near the entrance, alternating between classical songs and elegant interpretations of Beatles tunes. Outside, a constant stream of foot traffic filled the brick sidewalks, while cars and the occasional pedicab slowly rolled by. For a moment, I imagined myself in the heart of Florence, seated at an elegant outdoor table at a small Trattoria. The experience, I realized, would be quite similar.
My wandering mind was brought back to San Diego when a generous dish of Fusilli ai Carciofi e Gamberi was set before us. The dish—tight spiraled pasta with artichokes and shrimp in a white wine, herb and tomato sauce—was cooked to perfection. The al dente spirals were firm to the bite, giving way to a rush of flavor from the sauce caught between the spirals. I realized I had never before tasted pasta cooked this perfectly.
Osso buco, the traditional slow-cooked veal shank served atop saffron risotto with a tomato sauce, is truly an Italian masterpiece and Bernardoni’s Ossobuco Di Vitello is no exception. Slow cooked over the course of a day, the tender and generous portion of meat was practically falling off the bone when it arrived on our table. The soft meat dissolved upon hitting the tongue, imparting a savory sensation throughout the mouth.
The risotto, a traditional accompaniment to Ossobuco, was again perfectly al dente. The rice was firm to the bite, providing a fitting contrast to the soft veal. Again, Bernardino’s talent arose in intertwining distinct textures, and each bite that combined the firm risotto, the thick tomato sauce, and the tender veal was absolutely sublime.
Feeling at ease in the warm and by now bustling dining room and tempted by the lavish desserts of Italy, we decided to indulge in a flavorful end to our meal. We opted for two traditional Italian desserts, the Vulcano, a chocolate cake-like pastry filled with liquid hazelnut chocolate accompanied by vanilla gelato, and a Cannoli, a crispy pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta cheese. The Vulcano was a decadent treat, the warm filling melding with the cold gelato on the plate in awakening contrast, but I favored the authentic cannoli, a perfect conclusion to a truly impressive meal.
As we walked out on to the busy 5th Avenue, content and full, I knew Trattoria La Strada was a place I would delightfully return to. For being so far from his native home, Chef Bernardino provides an excellent rendition of true cocina Tuscana, bringing the authenticity of a Florentine restaurant to the lucky streets of San Diego.
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Business Info
- Address: 702 5th Avenue, San Diego CA 92101
- Cross Street: G Street
- Location: Downtown | Gaslamp Quarter
- Cuisine: Italian |
- Cost: | Moderate
- Category: Fine Dining
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Unknown
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner |
- Parking: None |
- Payment Options: None |
- Corkage Fee: N/A
- Website:
- Phone: (619) 239-3400
- Features: Private Room, Happy Hours,
- Occasion: Romantic Dining, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, People Watching, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Trendy / Hip,
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Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- All Day - Patio 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- All Day - Patio 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- All Day - Patio 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- All Day - Patio 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- Bar - Patio 12:30 AM - 2:00 AM
- All Day - Patio 11:00 AM - 12:30 AM
- Saturday
- Bar - Patio 12:30 AM - 2:00 AM
- All Day - Patio 11:00 AM - 12:30 AM
- Sunday
- All Day - Patio 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menus
Lunch Menu
Antipasti
- Bruschetta Toscana 6.95
- Grilled Tuscan bread topped with chopped tomato, fresh basil and fresh garlic
- Rollini Di Melanzane Farciti Con Caprimo 11.95
- Eggplant rolls filled with goat cheese, ricotta chesse, mint, sun dried tomatoes served warm with a tomato and basil sauce
- Seppie In Inzimino 13.95
- Baby Calamari sauteed with Swiss chard, spinach, garlic,crushed red pepper in a tomato sauce
- Calamaretti E Gamberetti Fritti 14.95
- Fresh calamari and Mexican shrimp deep fried and served with a garlic aioli and spicy marinara sauce
- Piatto Di Vegetali Tiepidi Con Bruschetta E Nodini 13.95
- Mixed grilled vegetables, served warm with Tuscan bread and fresh Mozzarella cheese
- Antipasto Toscano 15.95
- A selection of Italian cold cuts, cheeses, olives and bruschetta
- Portobello In Agrodolce 13.95
- Baked Portobello mushrooms served in a white wine, onions, herbs drizzled with a tangy sweet balsmaic reduction. Prepared over a bed of arugola and topped with crumbled goat cheese
- Gamberoni In Salsa Bianca 15.75
- Large Mexican shimp sauteed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper, and parsley. Flambeed with vodka in a white wine cream sauce.
- Prosciutto Di Parma Con Pere E Gorgonzola 15.95
- Imported Prosciutto de Parma served on a bed of arugola with fresh sliced pears and sweet gorgonzola cheese
Carpaccio
- Carpaccio Di Bue Ai Carciofi E Grana 13.95
- Thinly sliced raw filet mignon marinated in olive oil and lemon, topped with artichoke hearts and sliced Parmesan cheese.
- Carpaccio Al Gorgonzola E Rucola 13.95
- Thinly sliced filet Mignon marinated in olive oil and lemon, topped with capers, Parmesan cheese, imported Gorgonzola cheese and arogula, then sprinkled with a light truffle oil.
- Salmone Affumicato Con Pane Toscano 14.95
- Thinly sliced smoked salmon marinated in olive oil and lemon, topped with mixed baby greens and capers, served with grilled Tuscan bread.
- Carpaccio Di Tonno Con Pere Tartufate 14.95
- Thinly sliced fresh Ahi Tuna, marinated in extra virgin olive oil and lemon, caper berries, Belgium endive and mixed greens drizzled with a citrus dressing.
Le Insalate
- Fantasia Di Lattughette 5.95
- Mixed baby greens, sliced tomatoes and croutons tossed in a creamy vinaigrette dressing
- Divina Cesare 6.95
- Romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy anchovy dressing and sprinkled with paremesan cheese. Add chicken $4 or shrimp $6
- Insalata Patrizia 10.95
- Arugola, hearts of palm, avocado, fresh mozzarella cheese and shaved Parmesan cheese, drizzled with extra virgin oil
- Insalata Di Tonno Alla Griglia 13.95
- Seared marinated Ahi Tuna sliced then served over mixed greens and watercress, drizzled with a honey mustard dressing
- Minestrone Di Verdure 5.95
- Vegetable Soup
- Primavera 6.95
- Mixed baby greens, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes,and balsamic onions tossed in a creamy balsamic vinaigrette.
- Insalata Augustus 13.95
- Fresh Belgium Endive, corn, hearts of palm, shrimp, Alaskan crab meat, and avocado served in a orange-citrus mint dressing
- Insalate Di Pere Al Curry 12.95
- Mix greens, sun dried tomatoes, curried pears, walnuts and gorgonzola cheese. Served in a light tomato vinaigrette dressing
- Caprese 10.95
- Fresh mozzarella and sliced tomatoes served on a bed of mixed greens with a basil dressing
Primi Piatti
- Fettuccine Pomodoro E Basilico 12.95
- Homemade Fettuccine pasta tossed with a fresh tomato, basil, garlic and extra virgin olive oil sauce
- Penne Alla Carretierra 12.95
- Tube shaped pasta sauteed with extra virgin oil, garlic, parsley, and a spicy marinara sauce
- Gnocchi Alla Fiorentina 15.95
- Fresh potato dumplings served in a creamy potato sauce, with porcini mushrooms, and a touch of chili pepper.
- Polpettine di Filetto e Spaghetti 17.95
- Beef Filet meatballs prepared with onions and basil, served in a marinara sauce tossed with a spaghetti.
- Farfalline Al Pollo E Broccoli 14.95
- Bowtie pasta, grilled chicken tenderloin slices, broccoli, sundried tomatoes and shallots in a cream sauce
- Ravioli Rossini 15.95
- Homemade ravioli filled with Ricotta cheese and spinach in a creamy tomato sauce
- Ravioli Al Gorgonzola 15.95
- Homemade ravioli filled with Ricotta cheese and spinach in a creamy Italian Gorgonzola cheese sauce
- Fettucine Ai Funghi 15.95
- Homemade fettuccine pasta with Porcini mushrooms, garlic, parsley and extra virgin olive oil
- Spaghetti Alla Bolognese 14.95
- Spaghetti pasta served with a Bolognese style meat ragout
- Tortelli il Magnifico 16.95
- Homemade Tortelli, filled with veal ragout, in a light cream sauce with ham, and sweet green peas
- Farfalline al Salmone 14.95
- Bowtie pasta sauteed with smoked salmon, shallots, parsley and light cream topped with caviar
- Linguine Alle Vongole Veraci 15.95
- Linguine pasta served with Fresh Manila Clams, in a light white wine garlic sauce garnished with parsley
- Penne Pirata 17.95
- Tube shaped pasta sauteed with shrimp and clams in a light creamy garlic sauce
- Capellini In Barca 17.95
- Angel Hair pasta tossed with clams,green mussels, shrimp and scallops in a tomato white wine sauce.
- Mezzelune Aragosta E Zucchini 19.95
- Homemade ravioli filled with lobster meat, shrimp, zicchini and ricotta cheese. Sauteed in a lobster bechamel sauce with chopped lobster meat and vegetables.
- Penne Portofino 20.95
- Fresh jumbo chopped shelled prawns flambeed with vodka and garlic and served over penne pasta in a spicy rossini sauce
Secondi Piatti
- Petto Di Pollo Al Limone 17.95
- Chicken breast sauteed in a creamy white wine lemon reduction. Served with vegetables and potatoes
- Petto Di Pollo Alla Parmigiana 18.95
- Panfried breaded chicken breast topped with mozzarella cheese and baked in a homemade marinara sauce. Served with vegetables and potatoes
- Pollo Toscano 21.95
- Chicken breast stuffed with asparagus,mozzarella cheese, and prosciutto di parma served in an authentic white wine and Italian porcini mushroom sauce with vegetables and potatoes.
- Pollo Alla Diavola 20.95
- Boneless chicken leg and thigh marinated in extra vergin olive oil, herbs,and crushed red pepper Grilled and served with roasted cherry tomatoes over a bed of mixed spring mixed salad
- Scaloppine Di Vitella Ai Funghi Porcini 30.95
- Veal medallions sauteed in white wine, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and Italian porcini mushrooms. Served with vegetables and potatoes.
- Saltimbocca Alla Romana 30.95
- Veal Medallions topped with prosciutto, sage and mozzarella cheese, then sauteed in a white wine reduction. Served with vegetables and potatoes.
- Ossobuco Di Vitello 35.95
- Tender veal shank slowly braised with red wine, vegetables, and tomatoes. Served on a bed of saffron risotto.
- Gamberoni Alla Griglia 30.95
- Fresh water jumbo prawns marinated and grilled: topped with an extra virgin olive oil herb sauce.Served with fresh grilled vegetables (when available)
- Salmone Fresco Al Rosmarino 23.95
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon filet baked in a sauce of white wine, shallots, and rosemary. Served over a bed of sauteed spinach
- Tonno Alla Griglia 28.95
- Grilled fresh Ahi Tuna topped with a citrus mint, capers and fresh tomato salsa. Served with a side of grilled asparagus and roasted potatoes
- Fazzoletti Di Salmone 27.95
- Fresh Atlantic salmon filet marinated with lemons then wrapped in homemade pasta sheets and tied with chives. Steamed and served with fresh grape tomatoes in a lobster Bechamel sauce and drizzled with a basil pesto reduction.
- Filetto " Ciao San Diego" 34.95
- Grilled filet mignon wrapped with Italian cured pancetta and flambeed with cognac. Sauteed in a creamy peppercorn sauce and served with bowtie pasta in a Porcino mushroom sauce.
- Tagliata Con Rucola 33.95
- Angus flat-iron steak rubbed with Dijon mustard then grilled to perfection. Sliced and served over a bed of arugola, with a choice of a gorgonzola or porcini mushroom sauce.
- Filetto Al Chianti 34.95
- Filet mignon sauteed with red wine and balsamic vinegar recution, served with fettuccine alfredo.
- New York alla Griglia 32.95
- New York Steak marinated Florentine style and grilled to perfection
- Bistecca Alla Fiorentina 40.95
- Grilled 22 oz Angus pride porterhouse steak marinated Florentine style.
- Ribeye Alla Griglia 36.95
- Grilled 20 oz Ribeye steak marinated Florentine style
- Costolette Di Agnello Al Rosmarino 315.00
- Grilled Lamb chops marinated in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and rosemary.
J Dolci
- Torta de Mela 8.25
- Delicious homemade Italian apple pie baked with pine nuts and golden raisins. Served with vanilla gelato.
- Ricotta Cake 8.25
- Authentic homemade Italian ricotta cake baked to perfection with pine nuts and golden raisins, lightly dusted with powered sugar. A real treat!
- Tiramisu 8.25
- Espresso-soaked lady fingers with sweet mascarpone cream, elegantly dusted with cocoa powder. It's a house specialty.
- Crema Bruciata 8.25
- Delicious custard, caramelized on top while soft and creamy inside.
- Torta Di Cioccolato 8.25
- A decadent flourless chocolate cake layered with rich Belgium dark chocolate. A chocolate lover's dream
- Vulcano 8.25
- A mouthwatering warm chocolate cake oozing with melted dark chocolate, served with vanilla gelato on the side.
- Cannoli 10.50
- A light homemade pastry shell filled with a sweet and creamy ricotta filling with chocolate chips.
- Tortina Al Formaggio 8.25
- A delicious homemade Italian cheese cake, served with raspberry sauce.
- Gelato 8.25
- Luscious Italian ice cream in Chocolate, Vanilla, or Pistacchio.
- Sorbetto 8.25
- Lemon and strawberry sorbet flavors available. Flavors can be served individually or combined.
- Sauteed Potatoes 5.95
- Steamed Asparagus 5.95
- Baby Carrots and Broccoli in Butter 5.95
- Grilled Vegetables 5.95
- Sauteed Spinach 5.95
- Pasta with Marinara or Alfredo Sauce 5.95
Restaurant only
MONDAY- Thursday 4 - 6 PM THE ENTIRE RESTAURANT MENU IS 30% OFF
Special Lunch Combo Menu
$20.95
Four great combo menus to choose from; each comes with four menu items and one free soft drink or iced tea.
Tradizionale
- Bruschetta Toscana 6.99
- Grilled Tuscan bread topped with chopped tomato, fresh basil and fresh garlic
- Farfalline Al Pollo E Broccoli 6.99
- Bow-tie past, grilled chicken tenderloin slices, broccoli, sun dried tomatoes and shallots in a cream sauce.
- Petto Di Pollo Al Limone 6.99
- Chicken breast sauteed in a creamy white wine and lemon reduction.
Mediterraneo
- Carpaccio Di Polpo Allo Chardonnay 6.99
- Sashimi grade octopus thinly sliced, marinated with a lemon and chardonnay dressing
- Penne In Barca 6.99
- Tube shaped pasta tossed with clams, green mussels, shrimp and scallops in a tomato white wine sauce.
- Cozze Gratinate 6.99
- Baked New Zealand green mussels topped with lobster bechamel and spices.
La Strada
- Proscuitto D' Oca 6.99
- Duck prosciutto, served with mixed greens
- Gnocchi Al Cinghiale 6.99
- Fresh potato dumplings served in a braised wild boar meet and Barolo wine sauce
- Eggplant Parmesan 6.99
- Breaded eggplant topped with mozzarella cheese and baked in a tomato sauce.
Vegetariana
- Rollini Di Melanzane Con Caprino 6.99
- Eggplant rolls filled with goat and ricotta cheese, mint, sun dried tomatoes. Served warm with a fresh tomato and basil sauce.
- Ravioli Rossini 6.99
- Homemade ravioli filled with ricotta cheese and spinach in a creamy tomato sauce.
- Verdure Grigliate 6.99
- Mixed grilled vegetables served with fresh mozzarella cheese
Happy Hour (Bar Only)
HAPPY HOUR BAR SPECIALS MONDAY- FRIDAY 5-7 PM $3 GLASSES OF WINE AND DOMESTIC BEER $4.50 WELL DRINKS ½ PRICED APPETIZERS
Dinner Menu
Antipasti
- Bruschetta Toscana 8.95
- Grilled Tuscan brad topped with chopped tomato, fresh basil and fresh garlic
- Polenta Alla Valdostana 14.25
- Polenta pillow stuffed with ham and fontina cheese topped with Porcini mushroom and fresh gorgonzola cheese sauce
- Rollini Di Melanzane Farciti Con Caprino 14.95
- Eggplant rolls filled with goat cheese, ricotta cheese, mint, sun dried tomatoes served on a bed of warm fresh tomatoes in a basil sauce
- Seppie In Inzimino 16.95
- Baby Calamari sauced with Swiss chard, spinach, garlic, and a touch of spicy tomato sauce
- Gamberoni In Salsa Bianca 17.95
- Large Mexican shrimp sauced with extra virgin olive oil, garlic , crushed red pepper, and parsley. Flambeed with vodka in a white wine sauce and a touch of cream
- Calamaretti E Gamberetti Fritti 17.95
- Fried fresh calamari and shrimp, served with spicy tomato sauce on the side
- Tortine di Granchio 16.95
- King crab cakes served in a yellow and red bell pepper sauce.
- Prosciutto Di Parma Con Pere E Gorgonzola 16.95
- Imported prosciutto di Parma with fresh sliced pear and Gorgonzola cheese
- Piatto Di Vegetali Tiepidi Con Bruschetta E Nodini 15.95
- Mixed grilled vegetables, served with Tuscan bread and fresh Mozzarella cheese
- Antipasto Toscano 17.95
- Mixed grilled vegetables, served with Tuscan bread and fresh Mozzarella cheese
- Portobello In Agrodolce 16.95
- Baked Portobello mushroom served in a white wine, onions, herbs and balsamic vinegar sauce over a bed of arugola and crumbled goat cheese
Carpaccio
- Carpaccio Di Bue Ai Carciofi E Grana 15.95
- Thinly sliced raw filet mignon topped with artichoke hearts and sliced Parmesan cheese
- Carpaccio Al Gorgonzola E Rucola 15.95
- Carpaccio Al Gorgonzola E Rucola
- Salmone Affumicato Con Pane Toscano 16.95
- Thinly sliced smoked salmon, mixed baby greens and capers served with grilled Tuscan bread
- Carpaccio Di Tonno Con Pere Tartufate 16.95
- Thinly sliced fresh Ahi Tuna marinated in lemon juice and spices topped with arucola, and baby truffle stuffed "Dwarf Peaches" dressed with truffle scented extra virgin olive oil.
Le Insalate
- Fantasia Di Lattughette 7.95
- Baby mixed greens, sliced tomatoes and croutons in an Italian vinaigrette dressing
- Divina Cesare 8.95
- Classic Caesar salad in a light dressing, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Add chicken $3 or shrimp $5
- Primavera 8.95
- Mixed greens, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, green onions with balsamic vinegar dressing
- Pomodoro E Mozzarella 12.95
- Fresh Mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil and extra virgin olive oil
- Insalata Patrizia 12.95
- Hearts of palm, avocado, arugula, Mozzarella cheese and shaved parmigian cheese
- Insalata Di Tonno Alla Griglia 15.95
- Marinated sered Ahi Tuna, sliced and served over mix greens, lettuce, and watercress, in a mustard dressing
- Insalata Augustus 15.95
- Fresh Belgium Endive, corn, hearts of palm, shrimp, crab meat, and avocado in an orange-citrus mind dressing
- Insalata Di Pere Al Curry 14.95
- Mix greens, sun dried tomatoes, curry suteed pears,walnuts and gorgonzola cheese in a light tomato vinaigrette dressing
- Minestrone Di Verdure 7.50
- Vegetable Soup
- Zuppa Del Giorno 0.00
- Please ask your waiter for our Chef´s special soup of the day
Primi
- Fettuccine Pomodoro E Basilico 14.95
- Homemade Fettuccine pasta tossed with fresh tomato sauce, basil, garlic and extra virgin olive oil
- Penne Alla Carretierra 14.95
- Tube shaped pasta sauteed with garlic, parsley, hot chilli pepper, tomato sauce, and extra virgin olive oil
- Polpettine di Filetto e Spaghetti 22.95
- Beef Filet meatballs served on a bed of spaghetti pasta in a light spicy marinara sauce with onions, basil, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Gnocchi Alla Fiorentina 19.95
- Homemade Potato Dumphings in a poink tomato and cream sauce, with mushrooms, and a touch of chili pepper.
- Farfalline Al Pollo E Broccoli 18.95
- Bowtie pasta, grilled chicken tenderloin slices, broccoli, sundried tomatoes and shallots in a cream sauce
- Ravioli Rossini 19.95
- Homemade ravioli filled with Ricotta cheese and spinach in a creamy tomato sauce
- Ravioli Al Gorgonzola 19.95
- Homemade ravioli filled with Ricotta cheese and spinach in a creamy Italian Gorgonzola sauce
- Spaghetti Alla Bolognese 17.95
- Spaghetti pasta with meat ragout Bolognese style
- Tortelli Il Magnifico 19.95
- Homemade tortelli, grilled with veal ragout, in a light cream sauce with ham and sweet green peas
- Fettucine Ai Funghi 18.95
- Homemade fettuccine with Shitake and Porcini mushrooms, garlic, parsley and extra virgin olive oil
- Farfalline Al Salmone 18.95
- Bowtie pasta, with smoked salmon, shallot, parsley, in a light cream sauce with caviar
- Linguine Alle Vongole Veraci 18.95
- Linguine pasta with Fresh Manila Clams, in light white wine sauce with fresh garlic and parsley
- Penne Pirata 19.95
- Tube shaped pasta sauteed with shrimp and clams in a light creamy garlic sauce
- Capellini In Barca 21.95
- Angel hair pasta tossed with clams, mussels, shrimp and scallops in a white wine and tomato sauce
- Mezzelune Aragosta E Zucchini 24.95
- Homemade ravioli filled with lobster meat, shrimp, zucchini, and ricotta cheese in a white chopped lobster meat and vegetables sauce
- Penne Portofino 25.95
- Fresh water Jumbo prawns flambeed with vodka, garlic and a touch of red pepper in a creamy tomato sauce served with penne pasta
Chicken Dishes
- Petto Di Pollo Al Limone 21.95
- Chicken breast sauteed in white wine served in a lemon cream sauce
- Petto Di Pollo Alla Parmigiana 21.95
- Panfried chicken breast topped and baked with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce
- Pollo Toscano 24.95
- Rolled chicken breast stuffed with asparagus, fontina cheese, and Parma prosciutto served in a white wine mushroom sauce
- Pollo Alla Diavola 22.95
- Boneless chicken leg and thigh marinated in extra virgin olive oil, herbs, and crushed pepper. Grilled and servedwith roastedcherry tomatoesand oven roasted potatoes
Veal Dishes
- Scaloppine Di Vitella Ai Funghi Porcini 33.95
- Veal medallion sauteed in white wine, garlic, extra virgin olive oil Shitake, and Porcini mushrooms
- Saltimbocca Alla Romana 33.95
- Veal medallions topped with Prosciutto, sage and fontina cheese in a white wine reduction
- Ossobuco Di Vitello 38.95
- Braised veal shank served on a bed of saffron risotto
Seafood Dishes
- Gamberoni Alla Griglia 34.95
- Fresh water Jumbo Prawns marinated and grilled. Topped with an extra virgin olive oil based herb sauce. Served with fresh grilled vegetables
- Salmone Fresco Al Rosmarino 28.95
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon filet baked in a white wine, Time, shallots, and rosemary sauce served over a bed of sauteed spinach
- Tonno Alla Griglia 32.95
- Grilled fresh Ahi Tuna finished with a citrus, capers fresh tomato, and mint sauce. Served with a side of grilled asparagus and roasted potatoes
- Fazzoletti Di Salmone 28.95
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon filet marinated in lemons, wrapped in homemade pasta sheets with basil, steamed, and served with fresh grape tomatoes, sauteed in a basil pesto sauce, then topped with a lobster Bechamel sauce
- Cioppino alla Livornese 30.95
- Truly authentic fish stew of Manila clams, Halibut, jumbo shrimp, scallops and salmon with white wine and tomato
- Gamberoni ai funghi 28.95
- Butter flied flowered Mexican shrimp fried and sauted with cognac and wild mushrooms
Meat Dishes
- Filetto ciao San Diego 36.95
- Grilled filet mignon wrapped with Italian cured pancetta and bay leaves flambeed with cognac, sauteed in a light cream sauce, served with bowtie pasta with a porcini mushroom sauce
- Tagliata Con Rucola 36.95
- Filet Mignon grilled to perfection, sliced and served over a bed of Arucola, flavored with Dijon Mustard. Accompanied with a Gorgonzola sauce on the side
Meats alle Carte
- Filetto Al Chianti 36.95
- Filet mignon sauteed with red wine and balsamic vinegar sauce served with a side of homemade fettuccine in Alfredo sauce
- New York Alla Griglia 32.95
- Angus certified New York Steak marinated Florentine style and grilled to perfection
- Bistecca Alla Fiorentina 40.95
- Grilled 22 oz. Angus pride porterhouse steak served with a side of Carnaroli risotto in Porcini mushrooms sauce
- Ribeye Alla Griglia 35.95
- Angus certified grilled 20oz rib eye steak marinated Florentine style
- Costolette Di Agnello Al Rosmarino 32.95
- Grilled Lamb chops marinated in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and rosemary
Side Orders
- Steak fried potatoes 8.95
- Oven roasted potatoes 8.95
- Steamed asparagus 8.95
- Baby carrots and broccoli in butter 8.95
- Grilled vegetables 8.95
- Sauteed Spinach 8.95
- Pata with Marinara or Alfredo Sauce 8.95
Dolci
- Tiramisu 8.25
- Espresso-soaked lady fingers and Mascarpone cheese, served Florentine style. Elegantly dusted with cocoa and shaved chocolate curls
- Crema Bruciata 8.25
- Belicious vanilla flavored cream crisp on the outside and soft in teh inside. Served with fresh berries on top
- Torta di Mousse al Cioccolato 8.25
- Delicate chocolate sponge cake filled with homemade chocolate mousse enriched with Galliano liquor. Served with fresh berries
- Vulcano 8.25
- Florentine style chocolate pastry filled with warm liquid hazelnut chocolate, served with vanilla gelato on the side. It is ready in minutes.
- Cannoli 8.50
- Lightly fried pastry shell filled with Ricotta cheese, pistachio chocolate and natural vanilla flavors.
- Tortina al Formaggio 8.25
- Delicios Ricotta cheese cake, served with raspberry sauce
- Cranberry Cheesecake 8.25
- Delicious old fashioned pastries filled with fresh custard cream and topped with assorted fruits
- Gelato 8.25
- Chocolate, Vanilla, and Pistachio gelato flavors are available. Flavors can be served individually or combined. Gelato is served with fresh fruits.
- Sorbetto 8.25
- Lemon and strawberry sorbet flavors are available. Flavors can be served individually or combined.
WINES BY THE GLASS
SPARKLING & CHAMPAGNES
- Moscato d Asti 9.50
- Morenco, Piemonte, Italia
- Prosecco 9.50
- Fantinel, Piemonte, Italia
- Vin Santo, Meleto 7.50
- Gloria Ferrer Brut Royal Cuvee 10.00
- Napa
WHITE WINE BY GLASS
- Pinot Grigio, Lumina Ruffino 8.00
- Venezia Giulia
- Pinot Griogio, Bottega Vinaia 10.50
- Trentino
- White Zinfandel, Mondavi 6.50
- California
- Chardonnay, Simi 8.50
- Sonoma Valley
- Chardonnay ,Cuvasion 11.00
- Napa Valley
- Sauvignon Blanc, Justin 8.50
- Paso Robles
- Riesling, Fess Parker 8.00
- Santa Barbara
RED WINE BY GLASS
- Chianti Classico, Querceto 8.00
- Toscana
- Chianti Classico, Peppoli Antinori 13.50
- Toscana
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Clos Du Bois 9.50
- Alexander Valley
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Beringer 12.50
- Napa Valley
- Merlot, Clos Du Bois 9.50
- Alexander Valley
- Merlot, Beringer 11.50
- Napa Valley
- Zinfandel Ravenswood 9.50
- Sonoma Valley
- Syrah, Rosenblum 9.50
- Santa Barbara
- Pinot Noir, York Mountain 9.00
- Santa Maria
- Pinot Noir, Kenneth Volk 13.00
- Santa Barbara