The Venetian Restaurant Menu

3663 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92106
  • Starters

    • Steamed Clams

      Olive oil, butter, garlic, lemon, chili flakes, parsley, basil and tomatoes
      $18.95
    • Mediterranean Scallops

      We start with caramelized scallops, butter, olive oil, tomatoes, basil, parsley and lemon juice, topped with Parmesan Cheese and bread crumbs
      $19.95
    • Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto & Tomatoes

      Large slices of tomato, topped with fresh mozzarella and a drizzle of pesto
      $13.95
    • Bruschetta & Prosciutto

      Fresh chopped tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil and parsley on top of a fresh baked crouton with prosciutto
      $10.75
    • Calamari Fritti Or Strips

      Fried and served with house made ranch dressing and cocktail sauce
      $12.50
    • Salumi Platter

      Served with Italian Hard Salami, Capicola, Marinated Ciliegene Mozzarella, Aged Provolone, Poached Garlic, Italian Marinated Olives, Pepperoncini, Roasted Tomato and Fresh Bread
      $15.95
    • Fried Zucchini

      Zucchini sliced thin and fried. Served with marinara and ranch dressing
      $10.75
    • Cheese Bread

      Our garlic bread with Jack and mozzarella cheese, baked and sprinkled with Romano
      $8.25
  • Salads & Soups

    • Garden Salad

      Spring mix and romaine lettuce, carrots, cucumber, pear tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini and croutons. Your choice of dressing
      $8.50
    • Mediterranean Salad

      Grilled chicken, spring lettuces, cucumber, calamata olives, pear tomatoes, gorgonzola cheese, caramelized pecans and garlic, with balsamic basil vinaigrette
      $15.95
    • Caesar Salad

      Our own dressing, made daily with the finest ingredients
      $12.75
    • Antipasto Salad

      Romaine & spring lettuces, Genoa Salami, provolone cheese, pepperoni, olives, pepperoncini, tomatoes with our own Italian dressing
      $14.50
    • Spinach Salad

      Smoked Bacon, Sautéed Mushrooms, Hard Boiled Egg, Pear Tomatoes, Crispy Onion with Dijon Vinaigrette
      $9.95
    • Lentil Or Minestrone Soup

      Traditional recipe from our family. Served for over 40 years, and made fresh daily!
      $7.75
  • Signature Pizzas

    • The Florentine

      Alfredo sauce with roasted garlic, ricotta cheese and fresh spinach, topped with parmesan and our own blend of cheeses
      $20.00
    • The Giulia

      Pesto, sliced tomatoes and feta cheese
      $18.45
    • The Genovese

      Pesto, roasted garlic, caramelized scallops, prosciutto, pine nuts, and our blend of cheeses
      $25.50
    • The Sicilian

      Using our famous blend of pizza sauce and cheese, we add spicy Italian sausage, tomato, onion, bits of anchovy and oregano. Baked light with all items on top
      $23.00
  • Traditional Pizzas

    • The Combination

      Pepperoni, sausage and mushrooms
      $20.50
    • The Vegetarian

      mushrooms, bell peppers, onions and olives
      $22.00
    • The Works

      pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives and onions
      $25.00
    • Cheese Pizza

      $16.00
    • One Item

      $17.50
    • Two Items

      $19.00
  • Venetian Classics

    • Veal Parmigiana

      Breaded veal, smothered in our meat sauce, then topped with mozzarella cheese and baked
      $25.75
    • Veal Marsala

      Breaded veal, sautéed in butter, with fresh herbs, button mushrooms, garlic, Chardonnay and marsala
      $25.75
    • Veal Cacciatore

      Our version of a hearty Italian stew. Breaded veal in a rich marinara sauce, with sautéed mushrooms, and bell peppers
      $25.75
    • Veal Milanese

      Breaded veal, quickly fried in extra virgin olive oil
      $23.95
    • Veal Piccata

      Breaded veal, sautéed in butter, lemon, capers, Italian parsley and a dash of Chardonnay
      $25.75
    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Eggplant sliced thin and breaded, fried and smothered in marinara sauce, then baked with our blend of cheeses
      $19.95
    • Eggplant Milanese

      Eggplant, sliced thin, breaded and fried then topped with fresh basil
      $18.75
    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Boneless breast of chicken breaded and fried, smothered in our meat sauce. Topped with mozzarella cheese and baked
      $23.50
    • Chicken Marsala

      Boneless breast of chicken, breaded and fried, then sautéed with fresh herbs, button mushrooms, garlic, Chardonnay & marsala
      $23.50
    • Chicken Cacciatore

      Boneless breast of chicken, breaded and fried. Prepared in the same manner as our Veal Cacciatore dish
      $23.50
    • Chicken Piccata

      Boneless breast of chicken, breaded and fried. Sautéed in butter, lemon, capers and fresh Italian parsley
      $23.50
    • Calamari Piccata

      Breaded calamari, sautéed in butter, lemon, capers, Italian parsley and a dash of Chardonnay
      $23.75
    • Calamari Parmigiana

      Breaded calamari, smothered in marinara sauce and topped with our blend of cheeses
      $21.75
    • Calamari Milanese

      Breaded squid steaks prepared with our special seasonings
      $19.95
  • Linguini & Seafood

    • Seafood Pasta

      Whole clams, shrimp, scallops and calamari, sautéed in olive oil and garlic, with marinara sauce, fresh parsley and basil
      $27.45
    • Shrimp Scampi

      Butterflied shrimp, dusted on one side with flour and bread crumbs then seared in olive oil. The shrimp is then added to a broth of garlic, diced tomato, butter, lemon and fresh herbs
      $25.50
    • Scampi Diavolo

      Shrimp sautéed with chili flakes, tabasco, our marinara sauce, fresh parsley and basil with a dash of wine
      $25.50
    • Scallops Arrabiata

      Caramelized scallops, garlic, olive oil, crushed chili flakes, a dash of tabasco, our marinara sauce, fresh parsley and basil
      $26.95
    • Shrimp Puttanesca

      Butterflied shrimp, dusted with flour and bread crumbs. Tossed with calamata olives, capers, roasted tomatoes, pancetta, olive oil, garlic, chili flakes and a dash of marinara
      $25.50
    • Linguini With White Clams

      Whole and minced clams, butter, garlic, diced tomato, lemon, olive oil, and a dash of wine. White Broth, Red Sauce, or Cream Sauce
      $22.50
    • Linguini With Clams & Scallops

      We start with caramelized scallops, whole and minced clams and can be made with your choice of: White Broth, Red Sauce, or Cream Sauce
      $25.50
  • Classic Pastas

    • Ravioli Parmigiana

      Baked ravioli (choice of meat or cheese) smothered in marinara or meat sauces. Topped with mozzarella and baked
      $20.75
    • Pasta Farfalle

      Bowtie pasta with prosciutto, peas, diced tomato and mushrooms, in a rosé cream garlic basil sauce
      $21.95
    • Penne Scappa Via

      Penne pasta, smothered in meat sauce, topped with Jack and mozzarella cheeses and baked
      $18.95
    • Fettucini Alfredo

      The classic creation: ribbon noodles in butter, cream and Romano cheese sauce
      $19.95
    • Pesto Pasta

      Our traditional pesto made with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, basil, Pecorino Romano cheese. You choose the pasta
      $19.95
    • Lasagna

      Large ribbon noodles layered with ricotta cheese, our meatballs, Jack and mozzarella cheeses. Smothered with meat sauce and baked
      $18.75
    • Cannelloni

      Fresh made pasta, stuffed with ground beef, spinach and three cheeses. Baked in our meat sauce and topped with béchamel sauce
      $18.75
    • Manicotti

      Fresh made pasta, stuffed with three types of cheeses, spinach and Italian herbs. Baked in our marinara sauce and topped with béchamel sauce
      $18.75
    • Pasta Aglio Olio

      Imported spaghetti with a blend of fresh garlic, virgin olive oil, basil, roasted tomato and parsley with a dash of our marinara sauce
      $14.95
  • Old Style Pastas

    • Penne Pasta

      with meat or marinara sauce
      $13.25
    • Ravioli

      beef or cheese
      $13.25
    • Ravioli And Spaghetti

      $13.25
    • Spaghetti W/Meat Or Marinara Sauce

      $13.25
    • Spaghetti With Mushrooms, Meat Sauce Or Marinara

      $15.50
  • Sparkling

    • Zardetto, Prosecco - Italy

      Light fruit and lots of bubbles
      $10.00
    • Mumm, Napa Cuvee, Brut - California

      Dry, medium bodied
      $10.00
    • Piper Sonoma - California

      Rich creamy crisp fruit
      $28.00
    • Piper Heidsieck - France

      Fresh and lively with light aromas of citrus fruits and spring flowers
      $60.00
    • Cristalino Cava - Spain

      Spanish sparkling wine, very fruity and zesty
      $15.00
  • Chardonnay

    • Trinity Oaks, Chardonnay - California

      Fresh, bright green apple and citrus flavors
      $6.00
    • Hill Family Estate “Carly’s Cuvée” Napa Valley, Chardonnay - California

      Full and crisp with hints of peach and lemon is a perfect complement for creamy pastas, chicken and salads
      $8.50
    • La Crema - Sonoma Coast, California

      Small berries with a firm acidity. Lively citrus, subtle toasted oak, butterscotch, yellow apple, bright orange. Lovely vibrancy
      $9.25
  • Sauvignon Blanc / Pinot Grigio

    • The Venetian Private Label, Pinot Grigio

      Fresh, bright, lemon and citrus flavors
      $7.00
    • Benvolio, Pinot Grigio, Friuli - Italy

      Aromas of ripe citrus with a clean finish
      $8.25
    • Hill Family Estates, Sauvignon Blanc - Napa Valley

      A creamy, opulent wine with nectarine and honeydew melon flavors. Perfect with Mediterranean Scallops
      $8.50
    • Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc - New Zealand

      Fragrant and tropical with a juicy acidity, tastes great with picatta
      $9.00
  • Rose / Riesling

    • Centine Rose, Sangiovese Cabernet Merlot - Toscana

      Wild berry flavor with crisp finish, ideal as an aperitif or pairs well with salads and chicken
      $7.50
    • Riesling, Saint M - Germany

      Ripe fruit with a hint of spice
      $8.25
  • Sicilian White

    • Insolia Principi Di Butera, Sicilia

      "Vino Bianco” A great wine, the white wine grape of Sicily, nice citrus with lemon and grapefruit
      $8.25
  • Cabernet Sauvignon

    • Trinity Oaks - California

      Fruit forward with flavors of blackberry and black cherry
      $6.00
    • Rock Canyon - Alpine, California (Local Winery)

      Medium bodied rich black currant fruit
      $26.00
    • Bianchi Selection - Paso Robles

      Aromas of black cherry and raspberries
      $9.25
    • Hill Family Estate “Barrel Blend” - Napa Valley, California

      Bright spicy red fruit . . . Inspired by local surfer Kyle Knox
      $8.50
    • Alexander Valley Vineyard - Sonoma, California

      Elegant and balanced with black cherry, plum, cassis and chocolate
      $15.00
  • Pinot Noir

    • Jenner - Sonoma Coast, California

      Big fruit flavor, perfect with Chicken Marsala
      $8.50
    • La Crema - Sonoma Coast, California

      Dry, silky and crisp with a rich flavor of raspberries
      $9.25
  • Syrah / Shiraz

    • Tobin James “Rock N Roll,” Syrah - California

      Full, rich and jammy
      $8.50
    • Inkberry Shiraz Cabernet - Australia

      Is a fruit-forward combination of two great red wine varieties, known colloquially as “The Great Australian Red Blend”
      $8.00
    • Jazz Zin Petite Syrah Cab Syrah, “A Wow Wine”

      The Jazz quartet is fronted by Napa Valley Zinfandel (35%), Petite Sirah (25%), Syrah (20%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (20%). Spicy and a bit jammy
      $45.00
    • Hill Family Estate Syrah - Clarke Ranch, California

      A wine with soft, silky tannins, flavors of crushed raspberries and black cherry
      $48.00
  • Merlot / Malbec

    • Trinity Oaks, Merlot - California

      Bright red cherry and sweet back plums with notes of spice, tea and vanilla.
      $6.00
    • Tobin James “Made In The Shade,” Merlot - California

      Exhibits terrific mocha and plumy fruits
      $8.50
    • Fat Monk, Merlot - Paso Robles California’s Central Coast

      Red Cherry, Juicy Plum and a Hint of Licorice
      $30.00
    • Mil Piedras, Malbec - Argentina

      Plum-like flavors
      $8.00
  • Zinfandel

    • Tobin James “Ballistic,” Zinfandel - California

      Layers ’n’ layers of juicy Zin flavors.
      $8.50
    • Seghesio, Sonoma County “Zin Tastic

      Spicy with a lush black fruit, pairs great with red sauce and pizza
      $9.50
    • Saldo “Juli’s Favorite,” - California

      Saldo is a juicy, jammy Zin that delivers appealing black raspberry, spice and cinnamon notes
      $45.00
  • Red Wines Of Italy

    • The Venetian Private Label Chianti - Italy

      Rich and robust deep flavor
      $7.25
    • Nozzole Chianti Classico Riserva - Tuscany, Italy

      Full body and long lasting Sangiovese blend
      $9.00
    • Masi Campofiorin “Baby Amorone” - Italy

      Fresh with dried fruit, cherry and vanilla
      $40.00
    • La Quercia Montepulciano D Abruzz - Italy

      Fruit-driven medium-bodied joy. No oak aging and indicative Italian acid makes for lively and note-worthy wine
      $8.25
    • Opolo Sangiovese - Paso Robles San Luis Obispo

      Fantastic find for a great price. Smooth red and black fruit with medium finish. Get this while supplies last!
      $38.00
    • Donna Olimpia Tageto Rosso - Toscana

      An Italian Meritage; Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet
      $36.00
    • Batasiolo “Barbaresco” - Italy

      Full rich deep red with blackberry and chocolate aromas
      $65.00
    • Michelle Chiarlo “Barolo” - Piedmont

      Beautifully balanced with tart red fruit, tobacco, and earth
      $79.00
  • Starters

    • Steamed Clams

      Olive oil, butter, garlic, lemon, chili flakes, parsley, basil and tomatoes
      $19.15
    • Mediterranean Scallops

      We start with caramelized scallops, butter, olive oil, tomatoes, basil, parsley and lemon juice, topped with Parmesan Cheese and bread crumbs
      $20.15
    • Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto & Tomatoes

      Large slices of tomato, topped with fresh mozzarella and a drizzle of pesto
      $14.15
    • Bruschetta & Prosciutto

      Fresh chopped tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil and parsley on top of a fresh baked crouton with prosciutto
      $10.75
    • Calamari Fritti Or Strips

      Fried and served with house made ranch dressing and cocktail sauce
      $12.70
    • Fried Zucchini

      Zucchini sliced thin and fried. Served with marinara and ranch dressing
      $10.95
    • Cheese Bread

      Our garlic bread with Jack and mozzarella cheese, baked and sprinkled with Romano
      $8.45
  • Salads & Soups

    • Garden Salad

      Spring mix and romaine lettuce, carrots, cucumber, pear tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini and croutons. Your choice of dressing
      $8.70
    • Mediterranean Salad

      Grilled chicken, spring lettuces, cucumber, calamata olives, pear tomatoes, gorgonzola cheese, caramelized pecans and garlic, with balsamic basil vinaigrette
      $11.45
    • Caesar Salad

      Our own dressing, made daily with the finest ingredients
      $7.70
    • Antipasto Salad

      Romaine & spring lettuces, genoa salami, provolone cheese, pepperoni, olives, pepperoncini, tomatoes with our own Italian dressing
      $10.95
    • Lentil Or Minestrone Soup

      Traditional recipe from our family. Served for over 40 years, and made fresh daily!
      $5.95
  • Signature Pizzas

    • The Florentine

      Alfredo sauce with roasted garlic, ricotta cheese and fresh spinach, topped with parmesan and our own blend of cheeses
      $20.50
    • The Giulia

      Pesto, sliced tomatoes and feta cheese
      $18.95
    • The Genovese

      Pesto, roasted garlic, caramelized scallops, prosciutto, pine nuts, and our blend of cheeses
      $26.00
    • The Sicilian

      Using our famous blend of pizza sauce and cheese, we add spicy Italian sausage, tomato, onion, bits of anchovy and oregano. Baked light with all items on top
      $23.50
  • Traditional Pizzas

    • The Combination

      Pepperoni, sausage and mushrooms
      $21.00
    • The Vegetarian

      mushrooms, bell peppers, onions and olives
      $22.50
    • The Works

      pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives and onions
      $25.50
    • Cheese Pizza

      $16.50
    • One Item

      $18.00
    • Two Items

      $19.50
  • Venetian Classics

    • Veal Parmigiana

      Breaded veal, smothered in our meat sauce, then topped with mozzarella cheese and baked
      $25.95
    • Veal Marsala

      Breaded veal, sautéed in butter, with fresh herbs, button mushrooms, garlic, Chardonnay and marsala
      $25.95
    • Veal Cacciatore

      Our version of a hearty Italian stew. Breaded veal in a rich marinara sauce, with sautéed mushrooms, and bell peppers
      $25.95
    • Veal Piccata

      Breaded veal, sautéed in butter, lemon, capers, Italian parsley and a dash of Chardonnay
      $25.95
    • Veal Milanese

      Breaded veal, quickly fried in extra virgin olive oil
      $24.15
    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Eggplant sliced thin and breaded, fried and smothered in marinara sauce, then baked with our blend of cheeses
      $20.15
    • Eggplant Milanese

      Eggplant sliced thin breaded and fried. Then topped with french basil
      $18.95
    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Boneless breast of chicken breaded and fried, smothered in our meat sauce. Topped with mozzarella cheese and baked
      $23.70
    • Chicken Marsala

      Boneless breast of chicken, breaded and fried, then sautéed with fresh herbs, button mushrooms, garlic, Chardonnay & marsala
      $23.70
    • Chicken Cacciatore

      Boneless breast of chicken, breaded and fried. Prepared in the same manner as our Veal Cacciatore dish
      $23.70
    • Chicken Piccata

      Boneless breast of chicken, breaded and fried. Sautéed in butter, lemon, capers and fresh Italian parsley
      $23.70
    • Calamari Piccata

      Breaded calamari, sautéed in butter, lemon, capers, Italian parsley and a dash of Chardonnay
      $23.95
    • Calamari Parmigiana

      Breaded calamari, smothered in marinara sauce and topped with our blend of cheeses
      $21.95
    • Calamari Milanese

      Breaded squid steaks prepared with our special seasonings
      $20.15
  • Linguine & Seafood

    • Seafood Pasta

      Whole clams, shrimp, scallops and calamari, sautéed in olive oil and garlic, with marinara sauce, fresh parsley and basil
      $27.65
    • Shrimp Scampi

      Butterflied shrimp, dusted on one side with flour and bread crumbs then seared in olive oil. The shrimp is then added to a broth of garlic, diced tomato, butter, lemon and fresh herbs
      $25.70
    • Scampi Diavolo

      Shrimp sautéed with chili flakes, tabasco, our marinara sauce, fresh parsley and basil with a dash of wine
      $25.70
    • Scallops Arrabiata

      Caramelized scallops, garlic, olive oil, crushed chili flakes, a dash of tabasco, our marinara sauce, fresh parsley and basil
      $27.15
    • Shrimp Puttanesca

      Butterflied shrimp, dusted with flour and bread crumbs. Tossed with calamata olives, capers, roasted tomatoes, pancetta, olive oil, garlic, chili flakes and a dash of marinara
      $25.70
    • Linguini With White Clams

      Whole and minced clams, butter, garlic, diced tomato, lemon, olive oil, and a dash of wine. White Broth, Red Sauce, or Cream Sauce
      $22.70
    • Linguini With Clams & Scallops

      We start with caramelized scallops, whole and minced clams and can be made with your choice of: White Broth, Red Sauce, or Cream Sauce
      $25.70
  • Classic Pastas

    • Ravioli Parmigiana

      Baked ravioli (choice of meat or cheese) smothered in marinara or meat sauces. Topped with mozzarella and baked
      $20.95
    • Pasta Farfalle

      Bowtie pasta with prosciutto, peas, diced tomato and mushrooms, in a rosé cream garlic basil sauce
      $22.15
    • Penne Scappa Via

      Penne pasta, smothered in meat sauce, topped with Jack and mozzarella cheeses and baked
      $19.15
    • Fettucini Alfredo

      The classic creation: ribbon noodles in butter, cream and Romano cheese sauce
      $20.15
    • Pesto Pasta

      Our traditional pesto made with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, basil, Pecorino Romano cheese. You choose the pasta
      $20.15
    • Lasagna

      Large ribbon noodles layered with ricotta cheese, our meatballs, Jack and mozzarella cheeses. Smothered with meat sauce and baked
      $18.95
    • Cannelloni

      Fresh made pasta, stuffed with ground beef, spinach and three cheeses. Baked in our meat sauce and topped with béchamel sauce
      $18.95
    • Manicotti

      Fresh made pasta, stuffed with three types of cheeses, spinach and Italian herbs. Baked in our marinara sauce and topped with béchamel sauce
      $18.95
    • Pasta Aglio Olio

      Imported spaghetti with a blend of fresh garlic, virgin olive oil, basil, roasted tomato and parsley with a dash of our marinara sauce. Dinner: Small, Large
      $15.15
  • Old Style Pastas

    • Penne Pasta

      with meat or marinara sauce
      $13.45
    • Ravioli

      beef or cheese
      $13.45
    • Ravioli And Spaghetti

      $13.45
    • Spaghetti W/Meat Or Marinara Sauce

      $13.45
    • Spaghetti With Mushrooms, Meat Sauce Or Marinara

      $15.70

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