Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana Menu

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Antipasti
- Zuppa Del Giorno
  Soup of the day
  $7.00
- Bruschetta Caprese
  Grilled bread, heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, basil, X-V-O-O
  $7.00
- Melanzane Alla Parmigiana
  Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce
  $8.00
- Asparaghi Proscuitto E Scarmoza Alla Griglia
  Asparagus wrapped in proscuitto, provolone & grilled
  $9.00
- Carpaccio Di Manzo
  Thinly sliced filet mignon, artichoke hearts, capers, lemon, dijon
  $11.00
- Manilla Clams & Carlsbad Mussels
  In Bianco white wine, garlic, Calabrese chili, X-V-O-O
  $12.00
- Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp
  Lightly dusted calamari, rock shrimp, vegetables
  $14.00
- Gamberi Fra Diavolo
  Wild jumbo gulf prawns, spicy tomato sauce
  $16.00
Insalata
- Italiana
  Butter lettuce, mixed greens, gorgonzola, balsamic vinaigrette
  $7.00
- Caesar
  Romaine hearts, croutons, anchovy dressing
  $8.00
- Americano
  Iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, egg, applewood bacon, red onion, red wine vinaigrette, blue cheese
  $8.00
- Della Citta
  Arugula, poached pears, candied walnuts, roasted beets, gorgonzola, pear vinaigrette
  $8.00
- Roasted Golden & Red Beets
  Goat cheese, strawberry vinaigrette, walnuts
  $9.00
- Giuseppe
  Butter lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, garbanzos, parmigiana dressing
  $9.00
- Caprese
  Local vine ripe tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil, red onion, avocado
  $12.00
- Chopped Salad
  Roasted chicken, grilled shrimp, avocado, beets, tomato, bacon, mixed greens, blue cheese dressing
  $14.00
- Tonno Al Modo Mio
  Seared Ahi tuna, peppercorn crust, arugula, tomato, cucumber, red onion salad
  $17.00
Flatbread / Sandwiches
- Flatbread Primavera
  Buffalo mozzarella, avocado, carrots, tomatoes, eggplant, basil
  $14.00
- Flatbread Alla Grecca
  Grilled chicken, avocado, kalamata olives, tomatoes, roasted peppers, feta cheese
  $14.00
- Flatbread Con Pollo E Pesto
  Grilled chicken breast, smoked mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, baby greens
  $14.00
- Italian Beef Steak Sandwich
  House cooked roast beef, onions, peppers, mascarpone, provolone
  $14.00
Wood Oven Fired Pizza
- Neapolitan
  Anchovies, olives, capers, mozzarella, chili flakes
  $13.00
- Gorgonzola
  Caramelized onions, mozzarella, gorgonzola (no tomato sauce)
  $13.00
- Razor & Baby Manilla Clams
  Calabrese chilis, cherry tomatoes, pecorino (no tomato sauce)
  $13.00
- Margherita
  San Marzano plum sauce, mozzarella, basil, X-V-O-O
  $13.00
- Smoked Mozzarella
  Prosciutto cotto "Italian ham"
  $13.00
- Diavolo
  Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives
  $13.00
- Tonno
  Italian olive oil cured tuna, capers, black olives, arugula
  $14.00
- Salsiccia
  House made sausage, caramelized onions, mushrooms
  $14.00
- Vincenzo
  Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions
  $14.00
- California
  Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella (no tomato sauce)
  $14.00
Pasta
- Capellini Alla Checca
  Angel hair pasta, tomatoes, X-V-O-O, garlic, sweet basil
  $11.00
- Bucatini Con Polpette Della Nonna
  Bucatini, hand-rolled meatballs (grandmother's way)
  $12.00
- Tortellini Giuseppe
  Pancetta, mushrooms, red onion, tomato, peas, pink sauce
  $13.00
- Rigatoni San Luca
  Sun-dried tomato, roasted chicken, tomatoes, garlic, basil, capers
  $13.00
- Lasagna "Bolognese" Style
  Baked lasagna. Egg pasta sheets, meat ragu, cheese, béchamel
  $13.00
- Ravioli Di Zucca
  Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, parmigiana cream sauce
  $13.00
- Gnocchi Amatriciana
  Tomatoes, chili flakes, red onion, pancetta, X-V-O-O, sheep's milk cheese, potato gnocchi
  $13.00
- Orecchiette E Braciole
  "Little ears pasta," slow braised flank steak, garlic, herbs, romano, tomato ragu
  $14.00
- Linguine Vongole
  Manilla clams, garlic, white wine, lemon, herbs
  $16.00
- Linguine Ai Frutti Di Mare
  Shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, fish, garlic, tomato sauce
  $17.00
Secondi
- Melanzane Alla Parmigiana
  Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $12.00
- Pollo Con Crema E Basilico
  Range chicken breast, basil cream sauce, tortelloni
  $14.00
- Pollo Alla Parmigiana
  baked chicken breast, grana parmigiano crust, mozzarella, tomato sauce, tagliatelle
  $14.00
- Scaloppine Di Vitello Con Pomodori Fresco
  Sautéed thinly pounded veal, lemon, X-V-O-O, tomatoes, avocado
  $16.00
- Morro Bay Sand Dabs "Alla Picatta"
  fresh local sand dabs, lemon, capers, white wine, saffron risotto
  $16.00
- Vitello Alla Parmigiana
  baked veal cutlets, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $16.00
Salads
- Caesar
  $3.95
- Italian
  $3.95
- Antipasto
  $3.95
- Giuseppe
  $6.95
- Americano
  $6.95
- Della Citta
  $6.95
- Side Salads
  Cucumber, Red Onion, and Tomato, Caprese, Pesto Pasta, Tuna, Chicken Cury
  $3.95
- Ranch Dressing
Hot Sandwiches
- Homemade Sausage & Peppers
  $7.50
- Meatball & Mozzarella
  $7.50
- Eggplant Parmigiana
  $7.50
- Chicken Parmigiana
  $7.50
- Spicy Pastrami
  $7.50
- Italian Beef Dip
  $7.50
- Grilled Chicken Florentine
  Spinach, red pepper aioli, sun-dried tomato, pepper jack cheese
  $7.50
Cold Sandwiches
- House-Made Cold Roast Beef
  Swiss, tomato, horseradish aioli
  $6.95
- Caprese
  Avocado, fresh tomato, mozzarella, basil
  $6.95
- Salami & Provolone
  $6.95
- Ham & Swiss
  $6.95
- Turkey & Swiss
  $6.95
- Giuseppe’s Italian Hero
  Mortadella, Capicolla, Genoa & Provolone
  $6.95
- Tuna
  $6.95
- Curry Chicken Salad
  $6.95
Pizza
- Pizza By The Slice
  Special Slices
  $3.75
Neapolitan Pizza
- Margherita
  San Marzano plum tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, X-V-O-O
  $12.00
- Gorgonzola
  Caramelized onions, mozzarella, gorgonzola (NO tomato sauce)
  $12.00
- Campania
  Mozzarella, arugula, fresh tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes
  $12.00
- Pepperoni
  Pepperoni, cheese
  $13.00
- Diavolo
  Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives
  $13.00
- Salsiccia
  House-made sausage, red onions, mushrooms
  $13.00
- Vincenzo
  Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions
  $13.00
- California
  Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella
  $13.00
Create Your Own
- Formaggio (Cheese)
  $14.00
- Additional Toppings
  $2.00
- 3 Or More Toppings
  $5.00
Sicilian Pizza
- Formaggio (Cheese)
  $14.00
- Margherita
  San Marzano plum tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, x-v-o-o
  $15.00
- Pepperoni
  Pepperoni, cheese
  $16.00
- Salsiccia
  House-made sausage, red onions, mushrooms
  $16.00
- Gorgonzola
  Caramelized onions, mozzarella, gorgonzola (no tomato sauce)
  $16.00
- Campania
  Mozzarella, arugula, fresh tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes
  $16.00
- Primavera
  Sautéed mushrooms, broccoli, peppers, olives, tomatoes, onions
  $17.00
- I . P
  Sautéed mushrooms, peppers, olives, tomatoes, onions, sausage, pepperoni
  $17.00
- GODFATHER
  House-made sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon
  $17.00
- CALIFORNIA
  Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella
  $17.00
House Specialties
- Eggplant Parmigiana With Rigatoni
  Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $8.95
- Chicken Parmigiana With Rigatoni
  Baked range chicken breast, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $8.95
Pasta
- Capellini Alla Checca
  Fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, virgin olive oil
  $7.95
- Spaghetti & Meatballs
  Made grandmother’s way
  $8.95
- Bucatini Bolognese
  Thick spaghetti, slow cooked meat ragu
  $8.95
- Rigatoni San Luca
  Chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato sugo
  $8.95
- Rigatoni & Sausage
  House-made sausage & peppers
  $8.95
- Lasagna
  Meat & cheese layered pasta
  $9.95
- Tortellini Giuseppe
  Pancetta, mushrooms, red onion, tomato, peas, pink sauce
  $9.95
- Ravioli Di Zucca
  Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, parmigiana cream sauce
  $9.95
Zuppa
- Homemade Minestrone
  $4.95
Antipasti
- Bruschetta Caprese
  Grilled bread, heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, basil, X-V-O-O
  $7.00
- Polpette
  Three hand rolled meatballs, house made marinara, romano cheese
  $8.00
- Melanzane Alla Parmigiana
  Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce
  $8.00
- Funghi Ripieni
  Mushrooms stuffed with cheese & herbs, four cheese sauce
  $9.00
- Asparaghi Proscuitto E Scarmoza Alla Griglia
  Asparagus wrapped in proscuitto, provolone & grilled
  $10.00
- Carpaccio Di Manzo
  Thinly sliced filet mignon, arugula, capers, lemon, dijon
  $12.00
- Local Zucchini Blossoms
  creamy mozzarella, flash fried, house made sauces
  $12.00
- Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp
  Lightly dusted calamari, rock shrimp, vegetables
  $15.00
- Gamberi Fra Diavolo
  Wild jumbo gulf prawns, spicy tomato sauce
  $16.00
- Lamb Lolli Pops
  Roasted lamb chops, dipping sauces
  $17.00
Insalata
- Add Fruitwood Grilled Chicken Breast
  $7.00
- Add Shrimp Or Tuna
  $9.00
- Italiana
  Butter lettuce, mixed greens, gorgonzola, tomato, carrot, candied walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
  $7.00
- Caesar
  Romaine hearts, croutons, anchovy dressing
  $8.00
- Della Citta
  Arugula, poached pears, candied walnuts, roasted beets, gorgonzola, pear vinaigrette
  $9.00
- Roasted Golden & Red Beets
  Goat cheese, strawberry vinaigrette, walnuts
  $9.00
- Americano
  Iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, egg, applewood bacon, red onion, red wine vinaigrette, blue cheese
  $9.00
- Giuseppe
  Butter lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, garbanzos, parmigiana dressing
  $9.00
- Caprese
  Local vine ripe heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil, red onion, avocado
  $12.00
Pizza
- Neapolitan
  Anchovies, olives, capers, mozzarella, chili flakes
  $14.00
- Gorgonzola
  Caramelized onions, mozzarella, gorgonzola (no tomato sauce)
  $14.00
- Tonno
  Italian olive oil cured tuna, capers, black olives, arugula
  $14.00
- Smoked Mozzarella
  Prosciutto cotto "Italian ham"
  $14.00
- Razor Clam Pizza
  Baby Manilla & Razor Clams, Calabrese chilis, cherry tomatoes, pecorino (no tomato sauce)
  $14.00
- Margherita
  San Marzano plum tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, X-V-O-O
  $14.00
- Salsiccia
  House made sausage, red onions, mushrooms
  $15.00
- Diavolo
  Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives
  $15.00
- California
  Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella, moscato d'asti sauce
  $15.00
- Vincenzo
  Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions
  $15.00
Pasta
- Capellini Alla Checca
  Angel hair pasta, tomatoes, X-V-O-O, garlic, sweet basil
  $14.00
- Bucatini Con Polpette Della Nonna
  Thick spaghetti, hand-rolled meatballs (grandmother's way)
  $16.00
- Gnocchi Amatriciana
  Yukon gold potato gnocchi, tomatoes, chili flakes, red onion, pancetta, X-V-O-O, sheep's milk cheese
  $16.00
- Rigatoni San Luca
  Sun-dried tomato, roasted chicken, tomatoes, garlic, basil, capers
  $16.00
- Lasagna "Bolognese" Style
  Baked lasagna. Egg pasta sheets, meat ragu, cheese, green béchamel
  $17.00
- Tortellini Giuseppe
  Pancetta, mushrooms, red onion, tomato, peas, pink sauce
  $17.00
- Ravioli Di Zucca
  Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, parmigiana cream sauce
  $17.00
- Linguine Vongole
  Manilla clams, garlic, white wine, lemon, herbs
  $20.00
- Orecchiette E Braciole
  "Little ears pasta" slow braised flank steak, garlic, herbs, romano, tomato ragu
  $21.00
- Capellini Con Capesante E Gamberi
  Shrimp, scallops, pancetta, garlic, vodka cream sauce
  $24.00
- Linguine Ai Frutti Di Mare
  Shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, fish, garlic, tomato sauce
  $26.00
Secondi
- Melanzane Alla Parmigiana
  Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $18.00
- Pollo Alla Parmigiana
  Baked range chicken breast, grana parmigiano crust, mozzarella, tomato sauce, papperdelle
  $19.00
- Pollo Con Crema E Basilico
  Range chicken breast, basil cream sauce, tortelloni
  $21.00
- Vitello Alla Parmigiana
  Baked veal cutlets, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $22.00
- Scampi Aglio
  Sautéed, wild jumbo gulf prawns, garlic, caper, lemon, saffron risotto
  $24.00
- Scaloppine Di Vitello E Funghi
  Veal, mushrooms, marsala, tagliatelle pasta
  $25.00
- Spiedini Di Gamberi
  Grilled pancetta wrapped wild jumbo gulf prawns, butternut squash ravioli, romesco
  $26.00
- Osso Bucco Milanese
  Slow cooked veal shank, gremolata sauce, saffron risotto
  $29.00
- Costata D'Agnello Al Griglia
  Rack of lamb grilled over fruit wood, aged balsamic reduction
  $34.00
- Certified Angus "Prime" 16 Oz. Rib Eye
  16 oz. prime rib-eye steak, grilled over fruit wood, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, arugula & red onion salad
  $36.00
Salads
- Caesar
  $3.95
- Italian
  $3.95
- Antipasto
  $3.95
- Giuseppe
  $6.95
- Americano
  $6.95
- Della Citta
  $6.95
- Side Salads
  Cucumber, Red Onion, and Tomato, Caprese, Pesto Pasta, Tuna, Chicken Cury
  $3.95
- Ranch Dressing
Hot Sandwiches
- Homemade Sausage & Peppers
  $7.50
- Meatball & Mozzarella
  $7.50
- Eggplant Parmigiana
  $7.50
- Chicken Parmigiana
  $7.50
- Spicy Pastrami
  $7.50
- Italian Beef Dip
  $7.50
- Grilled Chicken Florentine
  Spinach, red pepper aioli, sun-dried tomato, pepper jack cheese
  $7.50
Cold Sandwiches
- House-Made Cold Roast Beef
  Swiss, tomato, horseradish aioli
  $6.95
- Caprese
  Avocado, fresh tomato, mozzarella, basil
  $6.95
- Salami & Provolone
  $6.95
- Ham & Swiss
  $6.95
- Turkey & Swiss
  $6.95
- Giuseppe's Italian Hero
  Mortadella, Capicolla, Genoa & Provolone
  $6.95
- Tuna
  $6.95
- Curry Chicken Salad
  $6.95
Pizza
- Pizza By The Slice
  Special Slices
  $3.75
Neapolitan Pizza
- Margherita
  San Marzano plum tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, X-V-O-O
  $12.00
- Gorgonzola
  Caramelized onions, mozzarella, gorgonzola (NO tomato sauce)
  $12.00
- Campania
  Mozzarella, arugula, fresh tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes
  $12.00
- Pepperoni
  Pepperoni, cheese
  $13.00
- Diavolo
  Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives
  $13.00
- Salsiccia
  House-made sausage, red onions, mushrooms
  $13.00
- Vincenzo
  Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions
  $13.00
- California
  Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella
  $13.00
Create Your Own
- Formaggio (Cheese)
  $14.00
- Additional Toppings
  $2.00
- 3 Or More Toppings
  $5.00
Sicilian Pizza
- Formaggio (Cheese)
  $14.00
- Margherita
  San Marzano plum tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, x-v-o-o
  $15.00
- Pepperoni
  Pepperoni, cheese
  $16.00
- Salsiccia
  House-made sausage, red onions, mushrooms
  $16.00
- Gorgonzola
  Caramelized onions, mozzarella, gorgonzola (no tomato sauce)
  $16.00
- Campania
  Mozzarella, arugula, fresh tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes
  $16.00
- Primavera
  Sautéed mushrooms, broccoli, peppers, olives, tomatoes, onions
  $17.00
- I . P
  Sautéed mushrooms, peppers, olives, tomatoes, onions, sausage, pepperoni
  $17.00
- GODFATHER
  House-made sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon
  $17.00
- CALIFORNIA
  Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella
  $17.00
House Specialties
- Eggplant Parmigiana With Rigatoni
  Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $8.95
- Chicken Parmigiana With Rigatoni
  Baked range chicken breast, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
  $8.95
Pasta
- Capellini Alla Checca
  Fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, virgin olive oil
  $7.95
- Spaghetti & Meatballs
  Made grandmother's way
  $8.95
- Bucatini Bolognese
  Thick spaghetti, slow cooked meat ragu
  $8.95
- Rigatoni San Luca
  Chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato sugo
  $8.95
- Rigatoni & Sausage
  House-made sausage & peppers
  $8.95
- Lasagna
  Meat & cheese layered pasta
  $9.95
- Tortellini Giuseppe
  Pancetta, mushrooms, red onion, tomato, peas, pink sauce
  $9.95
- Ravioli Di Zucca
  Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, parmigiana cream sauce
  $9.95
Zuppa
- Homemade Minestrone
  $4.95
Dessert menu
- DELICATE HANDMADE SICILIAN CANNOLI
  Light flaky cinnamon pastry shells filled with lightly sweetened whipped ricotta & pistachios. "voted best cannoli on the west coast"
- HOUSEMADE TORTA DI SPUMONI
  Pistachio, sweet cream & chocolate gelato, spongecake, amarena cherries
- TIRAMISU
  "Our Family Recipe", kahlua soaked ladyfingers & spongecake, Nana's Zabaglione
- MEYER LEMON CHEESECAKE
  Buttery shortbread crust, chocolate drizzled strawberry
- MASCARPONE CARROT CAKE
  Luscious carrot cake layered with a creamy mascarpone filling
- HAZELNUT MOUSSE & CHOCOLATE TORTE
  Fresh berries
- GELATO SAMPLER
  A trio of our homemade gelato
- GIUSEPPE'S MUD PIE
  Oreo cookie crust, cappucino gelato, candied pecans, caramel & chocolate drizzle
- TAHITIAN VANILLA BEAN CRÈME BRULEE
  Caramelized raw cane sugar topping with fresh berries
- ARTISAN CHEESE PLATE
  Chef's daily selection of assorted cheeses & local fresh fruit

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Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana Menu

Antipasti

Zuppa Del Giorno

Bruschetta Caprese

Melanzane Alla Parmigiana

Asparaghi Proscuitto E Scarmoza Alla Griglia

Carpaccio Di Manzo

Manilla Clams & Carlsbad Mussels

Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp

Gamberi Fra Diavolo

Insalata

Italiana

Caesar

Americano

Della Citta

Roasted Golden & Red Beets

Giuseppe

Caprese

Chopped Salad

Tonno Al Modo Mio

Flatbread / Sandwiches

Flatbread Primavera

Flatbread Alla Grecca

Flatbread Con Pollo E Pesto

Italian Beef Steak Sandwich

Wood Oven Fired Pizza

Neapolitan

Gorgonzola

Razor & Baby Manilla Clams

Margherita

Smoked Mozzarella

Diavolo

Tonno

Salsiccia

Vincenzo

California

Pasta

Capellini Alla Checca

Bucatini Con Polpette Della Nonna

Tortellini Giuseppe

Rigatoni San Luca

Lasagna "Bolognese" Style

Ravioli Di Zucca

Gnocchi Amatriciana

Orecchiette E Braciole

Linguine Vongole

Linguine Ai Frutti Di Mare

Secondi

Melanzane Alla Parmigiana

Pollo Con Crema E Basilico

Pollo Alla Parmigiana

Scaloppine Di Vitello Con Pomodori Fresco

Morro Bay Sand Dabs "Alla Picatta"

Vitello Alla Parmigiana

Salads

Caesar

Italian

Antipasto

Giuseppe

Americano

Della Citta

Side Salads

Ranch Dressing

Hot Sandwiches

Homemade Sausage & Peppers

Meatball & Mozzarella

Eggplant Parmigiana

Chicken Parmigiana

Spicy Pastrami

Italian Beef Dip

Grilled Chicken Florentine

Cold Sandwiches

House-Made Cold Roast Beef

Caprese

Salami & Provolone

Ham & Swiss

Turkey & Swiss

Giuseppe’s Italian Hero

Tuna

Curry Chicken Salad