Osteria Romantica Menu

2151 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Antipasti

    • Calamari Zucchini Fritti

      A combination of calamari e zucchini deep fried
      $14.00
    • Artichokes

      Sautéed with garlic and extra virgin olive oil
      $14.50
    • Melanzana Saporita

      Baked eggplant with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce
      $12.00
    • Carpaccio Rustico

      Thinly sliced raw beef, arugula, parmesan cheese
      $15.00
    • Carpaccio Di Salmone

      Smoked salmon over a bed of arugula with capers
      $17.00
    • La Bruschetta

      Grilled homemade bread with pesto, garlic, chopped tomatoes & basil
      $12.00
    • Burrata Cheese

      Imported burrata cheese served over sliced heirloom tomatoes
      $16.00
    • Caprese

      Beef steak tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, basil
      $13.50
    • Bresaola

      Thinly sliced beef over arugula & shaved parmesan in olive oil & lemon
      $16.00
  • Insalate

    • Contadina

      Baby spring mix with house dressing
      $11.00
    • Beets Salad

      Sliced beets, wild arugula, goat cheese, walnuts
      $13.00
    • Cesare

      Traditional cesar salad with h.m. cesar dressing
      $12.00
    • Romantica

      Baby spinach, red onions, figs, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, honey mustard dressing
      $12.00
    • Tre Sorelle

      Radicchio, arugula, Belgium endive with walnuts, goat cheese
      $13.00
    • Pierina

      Mixed green salad with pears, smoked mozzarella
      $13.00
    • D'Anatra Salad

      Smoked breast of duck over warm spinach, pine nuts, raisins
      $16.00
    • Insalata Di Pollo

      Grilled chicken breast over mixed greens, tomatoes, olives, and parmesan cheese with balsamic vinaigrette.
      $17.00
    • Insalata Di Salmone

      Grilled salmon atop mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and capers, dressed with a lemon vinaigrette.
      $18.00
  • Zuppe

    • Minestrone Genovese

      Vegetable soup with homemade pesto
      $9.00
    • Lob.bisque

      A smooth blend of fresh lobster and cream, often enhanced with a hint of sherry.
      $12.00
  • Primi

    • Penne Vittorio

      Penne pasta with sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms in a spicy tomato sauce
      $20.00
    • Fettuccine Ortolane

      Fettuccine pasta with fresh vegetables in a cream or tomato sauce
      $20.00
    • Linguine Nere

      Black linguine pasta with bay scallops, bay shrimp, leeks in cream sauce and caviar
      $24.00
    • Cappellini Alla Checca

      Angel hair pasta with fresh chopped tomatoes, basil, garlic
      $18.50
    • Linguine Di Mare

      Linguine pasta with mussels, clams and shrimp in a white wine or tomato sauce
      $25.00
    • Gnocchi Gratinati

      Homemade potato dumplings in a parmesan cream sauce, au gratin
      $19.50
    • Farfalle Salmone E Vodka

      Bow tie pasta with salmon, asparagus and vodka sauce
      $22.00
    • Fettuccine Ubriache

      Fettuccine pasta with mushroom, chicken, peas, brandy sauce
      $21.00
    • Linguine Al Pesto

      Linguine pasta with string beans, pine nuts, potatoes, in a fresh basil sauce
      $19.50
    • Tortellini Bolognese

      Homemade tortellini in housemade meat sauce, mascarpone
      $21.00
    • Penne Arrabbiata

      Penne pasta in a spicy tomato sauce with chicken
      $21.00
    • Pappardelle

      Pasta with braised lamb, porcini mushrooms, olives & rosemary, brandy sauce
      $25.00
    • Spaghetti Meatballs

      Spaghetti pasta with meatballs and marinara sauce
      $19.50
    • Spaghetti Carbonara

      Spaghetti pasta with eggs and pacetta
      $19.50
    • Cappellini Mare E Monti

      Angel hair pasta with zucchini, mushroom, and shrimp in tomato sauce
      $23.00
    • Ravioli Cheese

      Homemade and filled with ricotta cheese & spinach in pink sauce
      $20.00
    • Ravioli Portobello

      Homemade and filled with ricotta cheese & portobello in a porcini sauce
      $20.00
    • Lasagna

      Ask Your Server
      $21.00
    • Lobster Ravioli

      Ask Your Server
      $28.00
    • Spaghetti Marinara Sauce

      Spaghetti served with a classic marinara sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
      $18.00
    • Spaghetti Bolognese

      Spaghetti served with a rich sauce typically includes ground beef, tomatoes, and often a blend of herbs, finished with grated Parmesan cheese.
      $21.00
    • Fettuccine Alfredo

      Pasta tossed in a rich and smooth Alfredo sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese.
      $19.00
    • Fettuccine Alfredo W/Chicken

      Fettuccine pasta tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce, typically includes parmesan cheese and slices of chicken.
      $21.00
    • Penne Puttanesca Lunch

      Penne pasta tossed with a robust sauce of olives, capers, anchovies, and tomatoes, lightly seasoned with garlic.
      $19.00
    • Fettuccine Alfredo Chicken Lunch

      Fettuccine pasta in a creamy alfredo sauce with grilled chicken and parmesan.
      $19.50
    • Seafood Risotto

      Arborio rice with shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari in a light Napoli sauce.
      $30.00
  • Secondi

    • Vitello Piccata

      Veal scaloppini sautéed in a white wine, lemon and capers or marsala wine and mushroom
      $26.00
    • Vitello Marsala

      Veal scaloppini sautéed in a white wine, lemon and capers or marsala wine and mushroom
      $26.00
    • Pollo Capriccioso

      Breaded cotolet served with arugula salad and chopped tomato
      $23.00
    • Vitello Parmese

      Veal scaloppini breaded topped with mozzarella and fresh tomato sauce
      $26.00
    • Ossobuco Pork

      Braised pork shank with mushrooms in port wine sauce over risotto
      $30.00
    • Pollo Arrotolato

      Chicken breast rolled and stuffed with ricotta cheese, spinach, mixed mushroom sauce
      $25.00
    • Pollo Empolese

      Chicken breast with artichokes, mushroom in a light tomato and wine sauce
      $23.00
    • Pollo Al Finocchio

      Chicken breast with fennel, black olives, and white wine
      $22.00
    • Pollo Amaretto

      Chicken breast sautéed in amaretto pink sauce and sliced roasted almonds
      $23.00
    • Salmone Ripieno

      Filet of fresh Atlantic salmon stuffed with scallops, crab meat and spinach in curry sauce
      $26.00
    • Halibut

      Fresh halibut filet in a lemon butter sauce with capers, artichokes & mushrooms over sautéed spinach & roasted potatoes
      $29.00
    • Cioppino

      Mixed fish and shell fish sautéed in a light tomato broth
      $28.00
    • Veal Capriccioso

      Breaded veal cutlet, typically includes a topping of arugula, tomatoes, and onions, dressed with extra virgin olive oil.
      $26.00
    • Pollo Piccata

      Sautéed chicken breast in a delicate sauce of white wine, lemon, and capers.
      $23.00
    • Pollo Marsala

      Sautéed chicken breast with mushrooms in a rich marsala wine sauce.
      $23.00
    • Pollo Alla Parmiggiana

      Breaded chicken breast, typically topped with tomato sauce and melted Parmesan cheese.
      $23.00
    • Grilled Salmon & Veggies

      Grilled salmon served with a medley of garden vegetables, typically sautéed in olive oil and seasoned with fresh herbs.
      $22.00
    • Barramundi

      Barramundi filet, sautéed with capers, olives, and a light tomato sauce.
      $28.00
    • Pollo Saltimbocca

      Chicken breast wrapped with prosciutto, sage, and provolone, finished with a white wine sage sauce.
      $26.00
  • Dolci

    • Tiramisu

      Classic Italian dessert made with ladyfingers soaked in coffee, layered with mascarpone cheese and dusted with cocoa.
      $9.00
    • Strawberry Napoleon

      Layers of puff pastry filled with sweet cream and fresh strawberries, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.
      $10.00
    • Cannoli

      Flaky pastry filled with a delightful creamy filling, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
      $9.00
    • Profitteroles

      Choux pastry puffs filled with chantilly cream and enveloped in a smooth chocolate sauce.
      $9.00
    • Chocolate Bread Pudding

      Typically includes brioche bread soaked in custard, baked with chocolate, and served with banana anglaise and warm hazelnut ganache.
      $9.00
    • Limoncello Mascarpone Cake

      Sicilian lemon-infused sponge cake layered with Italian mascarpone, typically topped with white chocolate curls.
      $9.00
    • Nutella Cake

      Nutella cake typically features a rich chocolate and hazelnut base, layered with smooth Nutella spread and often garnished with hazelnuts.
      $9.00
    • Ice Cream

      Rich, creamy frozen delight available in various flavors to tantalize your taste buds.
      $9.00
    • Affogato

      Decadent espresso shot poured over creamy, velvety ice cream. The perfect blend of bitter and sweet.
      $9.00
    • Bday Napoleon

      Layers of puff pastry filled with a celebratory blend of cream, typically garnished to commemorate a birthday.
    • B Day Tiramisu

      Espresso-soaked ladyfingers, typically includes mascarpone cream and is dusted with cocoa powder.
  • Kids

    • Kids Pasta Plain

      Kids pasta served plain. Choice of spaghetti, linguini, farfalle, penne, fettuccini, or cappellini.
      $10.00
    • Spaghetti Marinara Kid

      Thin spaghetti tossed in a classic marinara sauce, tailored for a kid's portion.
      $10.00
    • Spaghetti Butter Kid

      Spaghetti noodles lightly sautéed in butter, typically served as a simple and appealing option for kids.
      $10.00
    • Spaghetti Bolognese Kid

      Spaghetti served with a gently simmered bolognese sauce, typically including ground meat and tomatoes, finished with grated parmesan.
      $12.00
    • Spaghetti Meatballs Kid

      Spaghetti served with meatballs, typically includes a tomato-based marinara sauce.
      $12.00
    • Fettuccine Alfredo Kid

      Fettuccine pasta tossed in a homemade creamy alfredo sauce, tailored for a kid's portion.
      $10.00
    • Kid Penne Butter

      Penne pasta lightly tossed with butter, often accompanied by a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
      $10.00
  • N/A Beverages

    • Italian Sparkling Water

      Imported Italian sparkling water, offering a refreshing carbonated experience.
      $6.00
    • Still Water

      Pure Still Water - Refreshingly Simple
      $6.00
    • Coca Cola

      The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
      $3.00
    • Diet Coca Cola

      A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
      $3.00
    • Sprite

      The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
      $3.00
    • Lemonade

      Refreshing citrus beverage.
      $3.00
    • Tonic Water

      Sparkling H2O beverage, perfect for refreshing your palate and adding zest to cocktails.
      $3.00
    • Iced Tea

      Chilled, Refreshing Brewed Tea, Perfectly Balanced for a Hot Day
      $3.00
    • Shirly Temple

      A sweet mix of ginger ale and a splash of grenadine, garnished with maraschino cherries.
      $4.00
    • Arnold Palmer

      Refreshing blend of iced tea and lemonade, a classic thirst quencher.
      $4.00
    • Ginger Beer

      Refreshing, Sparkling Beverage with a Zesty Ginger Kick
      $6.00
    • Roy Rogers

      Cola mixed with grenadine syrup, often garnished with a maraschino cherry.
      $3.00
    • Orange Juice

      Classic citrus refreshment.
      $3.50
    • Milk

      Fresh, cold, and creamy whole milk, perfectly refreshing and nutritious.
      $3.50
    • Club Soda

      Effervescent Club Soda: Crisp, Refreshing, Perfectly Carbonated
      $3.00
    • Cranberry Juice

      Tangy cranberry delight, a refreshing concoction that will keep you craving more.
      $4.00
    • Hot Water

      Served simply, hot water is a comforting and straightforward beverage, providing a warm and soothing experience.
    • Extra Glass Of Ice

      A glass filled with ice cubes for added refreshment.
    • Hot Tea

      Steaming, aromatic blend of finely selected tea leaves. Perfectly soothing.
      $3.00
  • Coffee

    • Affogato

      Decadent espresso shot poured over creamy, velvety ice cream. The perfect blend of bitter and sweet.
    • Coffee

      Freshly brewed, aromatic blend to kick-start your day.
      $4.00
    • Decaf Coffee

      Smooth, rich decaffeinated coffee
      $4.00
    • Espresso

      Rich, flavorful cup of espresso brewed to perfection.
      $4.00
    • Decaf Espresso

      A decaf espresso is a single shot of rich espresso, made without caffeine, typically featuring a creamy layer of crema on top.
      $4.00
    • Cappuccino

      Classic espresso with steamed milk, topped with a layer of frothy foam.
      $5.00
    • Decaf Cappuccino

      Decaffeinated espresso with steamed milk, typically topped with a generous layer of milk foam.
      $5.00
    • Latte

      Smooth blend of warm espresso and steamed milk.
      $5.00
    • Decaf Latte

      Steamed milk combined with a shot of decaffeinated espresso, typically topped with a small amount of milk foam.
      $5.00
    • Mocha

      Rich espresso blended with dark chocolate and steamed milk, topped with whipped cream.
      $5.00
    • Decaf Mocha

      A blend of decaffeinated espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate, typically topped with a layer of milk foam.
      $5.00
    • Hot Tea

      Steaming, aromatic blend of finely selected tea leaves. Perfectly soothing.
      $4.00
    • Double Espresso

      Rich, bold double shot espresso, perfectly concentrated for a robust coffee experience.
      $6.00
    • Americano

      Espresso diluted with hot water, a classic, robust American-style coffee.
      $5.00
    • Decaf Americano

      Decaffeinated espresso combined with hot water, offering a smooth and rich coffee experience without the caffeine.
    • Espresso Macchiato

      A single shot of espresso "marked" with a small amount of frothed milk.
      $4.50
    • Coffe And Side Of Cream

      Freshly brewed coffee served with a side of cream, allowing for personal customization.
      $4.00

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