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  • Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana

Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana

(805) 773-2870
  • 891 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
  • $$$$$
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  • Menu
  • Antipasti
    • Bruschetta Caprese $8

      Tomato, crostini, basil, mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil, aged balscamic.

    • Pismo Style Clam Chowder $10

      Creamy clam chowder, little neck clams, extra virgin olive oil.

    • Polpette $10

      American Wagyu beef meatballs, marinara, Romano.

    • Asparaghi Proscuitto E Scarmoza Alla Griglia $10

      Asparagus wrapped in proscuitto, Provolone and grilled.

    • Carpaccio di Manzo $16

      Thinly sliced filet mignon, arugula, capers, lemon, dijon.

    • Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp $14

      Lightly dusted calamari, rock shrimp, vegetables.

    • Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp $15

      Lightly dusted calamari, rock shrimp, vegetables.

    • Funghi Ripieni $9

      Mushrooms stuffed with cheese and herbs, four cheese sauce.

    • Gamberi Fra Diavolo $16

      Wild jumbo gulf prawns, spicy tomato sauce.

    • Lamb Lolli Pops $17

      Roasted lamb chops, dipping sauces.

    • Local Zucchini Blossoms $12

      Creamy Mozzarella, flash fried, house made sauces.

    • Manilla Clams & Carlsbad Mussels $12

      In bianco white wine, garlic, calabrese chili, x-v-o-o.

    • Melanzane Alla Parmigiana $8

      Baked eggplant, Mozzarella, tomato sauce.

    • Zuppa Del Giorno $7

      Soup of the day.

    • Panzerotti $11

      Fried pizza, mozzarella, tomato, basil. Add sausage for an additional charge.

    • Melanzane alla Parmigiana $12

      Eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parmigiana.

    • Roasted Brussels Sprouts $14

      Pecans, goat cheese, dried cherries, honey Dijon vinaigrette.

    • Calamari Fritti $15

      Monterey calamari steak, tubes and tentacles, flash fried.

    • Wood Fired Mediterranean Octopus Salad $16

      Spanish octopus, cerignola olives, Yukon Gold potatoes.

    • Braciole alla Ragu $17

      Flank steak slow braised in red wine and tomato.

    • Wild Gulf Prawns $18

      Scampi style.

    • Prosciutto and Burrata Platter $19

      30-month aged prosciutto di Parma, Pugliese burrata.

    • Lamb Lollipops $20

      Herb aioli, olive tapenade, grilled vegetables.

  • Insalata
    Add toppings for an additional charge.
    • Mama's Salad $8

      Arugula, iceberg, frisee, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette.

    • Caesar Salad $10

      Locally grown romaine hearts, croutons, Parmigiana, anchovy dressing. Add Spanish anchovies for an additional charge.

    • Roasted Beets Salad $12

      Arugula, pecans, goat cheese, strawberry vinaigrette.

    • Tricolore "The Detox" Salad $12

      Radicchio, endive, arugula, lemon vinaigrette, shaved Parmesan.

    • Americano "Wedge" Salad $13

      Iceberg, crispy pancetta, Gorgonzola, tomato, deviled egg, red wine vinaigrette.

    • Giuseppe Salad $14

      Butter lettuce, avocado, cucumber, garbanzo, carrot, tomato, red onion, grana Parmigiana dressing.

    • Antipasto $3.95

    • Della Citta $6.95

      Family.

    • Italian $3.95

    • Side Salads $3.95

      Cucumber, red onionand tomato, caprese, pesto pasta, tuna, chicken cury.

    • Caprese Royal Salad $15

      Heirloom tomato, creamy artisan burrata, torn basil.

    • Chop Chop Salad $17

      Chicken, shrimp, sopressata, provolone, tomato, pepperoncini, avocado, garbanzos, radicchio.

  • Pizza
    12" wood fired. Gluten free crust available for an additional charge.
    • Margherita Pizza $16

      Tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, oregano.

    • Gorgonzola Pizza $16

      Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, caramelized onions.

    • Popeye Pizza $16

      Pesto, spinach, burrata, Parmesan.

    • Vongole Pizza $16

      Chopped clams, olive oil, Parmigiana, calabrese chili.

    • Diavolo Pizza $17

      Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, peppers, olives

    • Salsiccia Pizza $17

      House made sausage, red onion, cremini.

    • California Pizza $17

      Chicken, corn, cilantro, avocado, bianca sauce.

    • Pepperoni Pizza $17

      Artisan handmade cured sausage.

    • Margherita Royal Pizza $19

      Fresh burrata, san marzano, torn basil.

    • Principessa Pizza $21

      30 month aged Parma proscuitto, arugula, pugliese burrata.

    • Diavolo $15

      Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives.

    • Neapolitan $14

      Anchovies, olives, capers, Mozzarella, chili flakes.

    • Razor Clam Pizza $14

      Baby manilla and razor clams, calabrese chilis, cherry tomatoes, pecorino, no tomato sauce.

    • Smoked Mozzarella $14

      Prosciutto cotto "Italian ham".

    • Tonno $14

      Italian olive oil cured tuna, capers, black olives, arugula.

    • Vincenzo $15

      Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions.

  • Pasta
    Made in-house.
    • Pomodoro $16

      Crushed plum tomato passata, olive oil, basil, garlic, Romano.

    • Carbonara $16

      Bucatini, pancetta, pepper, egg-romano sauce, Parmigiana.

    • Bucatini Amatriciana $17

      Pancetta, organic San Marzano tomato, chili, red onion, parsley.

    • Cavatelli con Cima di Rapa $17

      Fresh ricotta cavatelli, broccoli rabe, caramelized onions.

    • Lasagna $18

      Thin egg pasta, béchamel. Vande rose pork ragu.

    • Nonna's Meatballs $19

      Bucatini, Romano, Wagyu meatballs.

    • Tagliatelle Bolognese $19

      Slow cooked pork and beef tomato ragu, ricotta, parsley, Romano.

    • Ravioli di Zucca $20

      Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, Parmesan cream sauce.

    • Tortellini Giuseppe $20

      Spinach and ricotta filled pasta, pancetta, mushrooms, onion, peas, basil, pink sauce, shaved Parmigiana.

    • Linguine Vongole $22

      Littleneck clams, garlic, lemon, parsley, white wine.

    • Macceroni con Ragu "alla Napoletana" $25

      Slow simmered "Sunday sauce", San Marzano passata, lamb chops, braciole, wagyu meatballs, house-made ziti.

    • Spaghetti "Scampi" $26

      Wild gulf prawns, meyer lemon, house made spaghetti.

    • Capesante e Gamberi $27

      Prawns, scallops, pancetta, garlic, white vodka cream sauce.

    • Frutta di Mare $28

      Prawns, scallops, calamari, clams, Saltspring mussels, sand dabs, salmon, spicy tomato broth.

    • Bucatini Bolognese $8.95

      Thick spaghetti, slow cooked meat ragu.

    • Bucatini Con Polpette Della Nonna $12

      Bucatini, hand-rolled meatballs grandmother's way.

    • Capellini Alla Checca $11

      Angel hair pasta, tomatoes, x-v-0-0, garlic, sweet basil.

    • Capellini Con Capesante e Gamberi $24

      Shrimp, scallops, pancetta, garlic, vodka cream sauce.

    • Gnocchi Amatriciana $13

      Tomatoes, chili flakes, red onion, pancetta, x-v-o-o, sheep's milk cheese, potato gnocchi.

    • Lasagna "Bolognese" Style $13

      Baked lasagna. Egg pasta sheets, meat ragu, cheese, bechamel.

    • Linguine Ai Frutti Di Mare $17

      Shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, fish, garlic, tomato sauce.

    • Linguine ai Frutti di Mare $26

      Shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, fish, garlic, tomato sauce.

    • Orecchiette E Braciole $14

      "little ears pasta," slow braised flank steak, garlic, herbs, Romano, tomato ragu.

    • Ravioli Di Zucca $13

      Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, parmigiana cream sauce.

    • Ravioli di Zucca $17

      Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, parmigiana cream sauce.

    • Rigatoni & Sausage $8.95

      House-made sausage and peppers.

    • Rigatoni San Luca $16

      Sun-dried tomato, roasted chicken, tomatoes, garlic, basil, capers.

    • Rigatoni San Luca with Chicken $25

      Chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato sugo.

    • Spaghetti & Meatballs $8.95

      Made grandmother's way.

    • Tortellini Giuseppe $9.95

      Pancetta, mushrooms, red onion, tomato, peas, pink sauce.

  • Secondi
    • Vitello Alla Parmigiana $16

      Baked veal cutlets, Mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni.

    • Melanzane Alla Parmigiana $12

      Baked eggplant, Mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni.

    • Pollo Con Crema E Basilico $14

      Range chicken breast, basil cream sauce, tortelloni.

    • Scaloppine Di Vitello Con Pomodori Fresco $16

      Sauteed thinly pounded veal, lemon, x-v-o-o, tomatoes, avocado.

    • Pollo Alla Parmigiana $14

      Baked chicken breast, grana parmigiano crust, Mozzarella, tomato sauce, tagliatelle.

    • Certified Angus "Prime" (16 Oz.) Rib Eye $36

      16 ounces prime rib-eye steak, grilled over fruit wood, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, arugula and red onion salad.

    • Pollo con Crema EE Basilico $21

      Range chicken breast, basil cream sauce, tortelloni.

    • Costata D'agnello al Griglia $34

      Rack of lamb grilled over fruit wood, aged balsamic reduction.

    • Scaloppine di Vitello e Funghi $25

      Veal, mushrooms, marsala, tagliatelle pasta.

    • Vitello alla Parmigiana $22

      Baked veal cutlets, Mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni.

    • Spiedini Di Gamberi $26

      Grilled pancetta wrapped wild jumbo gulf prawns, butternut squash ravioli, romesco.

    • Melanzane alla Parmigiana $18

      Baked eggplant, Mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni.

    • Scampi Aglio $24

      Sauteed, wild jumbo gulf prawns, garlic, caper, lemon, saffron risotto.

    • Morro Bay Sand Dabs "alla Piccata" $22

      Lemon, caper, white wine, Israeli couscous.

    • Slow Roasted Mary's Organic Chicken Thighs $23

      Brick oven terra cotta baked, Yukon gold potatoes, sweet caramelized onions, Meyer lemon "worth the wait".

    • Free Range Chicken Breast $24

      Parmigiana style or basilico style.

    • Fritto Misto $26

      Calamari steak, prawns, sand dabs, scallops, potatoes.

    • Lover's Plate $28

      Pancetta wrapped prawns, butternut squash ravioli.

    • Costata D' Agnello alla Griglia $39

      Fruitwood grilled rack of lamb, whipped potatoes, panko-pecorino crust, balsamic reduction.

    • USDA Prime 45-Day Dry Aged 20 oz. Ribeye $44

      Fruitwood grilled, whipped potatoes, tomato, red onion, arugula, aged balsamic steak sauce.

  • Sides
    • Gluten Free Bread $5

    • Sauteed Spinach $8

    • Broccoli Rabe $8

    • Spaghetti Aglio e Olio $9

  • Lunch Antipasti
    • Bruschetta Lunch $8

      Crostini trio, tomato, basil, mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic.

    • Pismo Style Clam Chowder Lunch $10

      Creamy clam chowder, little neck clams, extra virgin olive oil.

    • Polpette Lunch $10

      American wagyu beef meatballs.

    • Melanzane alla Parmigiana Lunch $12

      Eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parmigiana.

    • Calamari Fritti Lunch $15

      Monterey calamari steak, tubes and tentacles, flash fried.

    • Scampi Aglio Lunch $17

      Sauteed prawns, little neck clams, grilled bread.

    • Prosciutto and Burrata Platter Lunch $19

      30-month aged prosciutto di Parma, artisan burrata mozzarella.

    • Lamb Lollipops Lunch $20

      Herb aioli, olive tapenade, grilled vegetables.

  • Lunch Insalata
    Add toppings for an additional charge.
    • Mama's Salad Lunch $8

      Arugula, iceberg, frisee, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette.

    • Caesar Salad Lunch $9

      Local romaine hearts, croutons, Parmigiana, anchovy dressing.

    • Roasted Beets Salad Lunch $12

      Arugula, pecans, goat cheese, strawberry vinaigrette.

    • Tricolore "The Detox" Salad Lunch $11

      Radicchio, endive, arugula, shaved Parmesan, lemon vinaigrette.

    • Americano Salad Lunch $12

      Iceberg, crispy pancetta, Gorgonzola, tomato, deviled egg, red wine vinaigrette.

    • Giuseppe Salad Lunch $13

      Butter lettuce, avocado, cucumber, garbanzo, carrot, tomato, herb Parmigiana dressing.

    • Caprese Royal Salad Lunch $15

      Heirloom tomato, creamy artisan burrata, torn basil.

    • Chop Chop Salad Lunch $16

      Chicken, shrimp, sopressata, provolone, tomato, pepperoncini, avocado, garbanzos, radicchio.

  • Lunch Sandwiches
    • Fried Buttermilk Chicken Sandwich Lunch $16

      Cabbage, apple and carrot slaw, red onion, honey Dijon aioli, brioche.

    • Kobe Burger Lunch $17

      Sweet red onions, vine ripe tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, arugula, aioli, brioche.

    • Prime Top Sirloin Beef Dip Sandwich Lunch $18

      Slow roasted 45 day aged snake river top sirloin, pepper jack, giardiniera, au jus, horseradish.

  • Lunch Pizza
    12" wood fired. Gluten free crust available for an additional charge.
    • Margherita Pizza Lunch $14

      Tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil, oregano.

    • Gorgonzola Pizza Lunch $14

      Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, caramelized onions.

    • Popeye Pizza Lunch $14

      Pesto, spinach, burrata, shaved Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil.

    • Diavolo Pizza Lunch $16

      Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, giardiniera, black olives.

    • Vongole Pizza Lunch $16

      Chopped clams, extra virgin olive oil, cherry tomato, Parmesan, calabrese chili.

    • Salsiccia Pizza Lunch $16

      Tomato sauce, mozzarella, red onion, pork sausage, mushrooms.

    • California Pizza Lunch $16

      White sauce, mozzarella, chicken, corn, cilantro, avocado.

    • Prosciutto Pie Lunch $17

      Tomato sauce, burrata, prosciutto, arugula, shaved Parmesan.

  • Lunch Pasta
    Made in-house.
    • Pomodoro Lunch $13

      Crushed plum tomato passata, olive oil, basil, garlic, Romano.

    • Carbonara Lunch $13

      Pancetta, black pepper, egg-romano sauce, shaved Parmigiana.

    • Cima di Rapa Lunch $15

      Rapini, caramelized onions, chili flake, ricotta salata, extra virgin olive oil.

    • Ravioli di Zucca Lunch $15

      Butternut squash filled pasta, sage and Parmigiana cream sauce.

    • Nonna's Meatballs Lunch $15

      Marinara, romano, American wagyu meatballs.

    • Tortellini Giuseppe Lunch $15

      Spinach and ricotta filled pasta, pancetta, mushrooms, onion, peas, basil, pink sauce, shaved Parmigiana.

    • Linguine Vongole Lunch $16

      Clams, garlic, lemon, parsley, white wine.

    • Tagliatelle Bolognese Lunch $16

      Slow cooked pork and beef tomato ragu, ricotta cheese.

    • Capesante e Gamberi Lunch $18

      Prawns, scallops, pancetta, garlic, white vodka cream sauce.

    • Frutta di Mare Lunch $19

      Prawns, scallops, calamari, clams, Saltspring mussels, sand dabs, salmon, spicy tomato broth.

  • Lunch Specialties
    • Chicken Paillard Lunch Special $18

      Thinly pounded pan seared chicken breast, capers, lemon, arugula, avocado, endive, tomato, red onion.

    • Morro Bay Sand Dabs "alla Piccata" Lunch Special $19

      Lemon, caper, white wine, Israeli couscous, parsley.

    • Cioppino Lunch Special $22

      Prawns, mussels, clams, sand dabs, scallops, spicy tomato broth.

  • Dolci
    Desserts made in house daily.
    • Delicate Handmade Sicilian Cannoli $8

      Light flaky cinnamon pastry shells filled with slightly sweetened whipped ricotta and pistachios. "Voted best cannoli on the west coast".

    • Mascarpone Carrot Cake $8

      Luscious carrot cake layered with a creamy mascarpone filling, walnuts and pistachios.

    • Tiramisu $9

      "Our family recipe" Kahlua soaked ladyfingers and sponge cake, Nonna's Zabaglione.

    • Meyer Lemon Cheesecake $9

      Buttery shortbread crust, chocolate drizzled strawberry, berry sauce.

    • Giuseppe's Mud Pie $9

      Oreo cookie crust, cappuccino gelato, candied pecans, caramel and chocolate drizzle.

    • Gelato Sampler $10

      A trio of our favorite gelatos. Sorbetto available upon request.

    • Tahitian Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee $9

      Caramelized raw cane sugar topping, fresh berries.

    • Pot de Creme $9

      Chilled dark chocolate custard, vanilla bean whipped cream, fresh berries.

  • Refreshments
    • Soda $3

    • Shirley Temple $3.5

    • Roy Rogers $3.5

    • Juice $3.5

    • Locally Sourced Unsweetened Iced Tea $3.5

    • Homemade Lemonade $3.5

    • San Pellegrino Italian Soda $3.5

    • POM Pomegranate Juice $4.5

    • Sprecher Gourmet Root Beer $4.5

    • Sprecher Gourmet Cream Soda $4.5

    • 1 Liter Natural Bottled Water $4

    • 1 Liter Sparkling Bottled Water $4

  • Hot Sandwiches
    • Eggplant $7.5

    • Italian Beef Dip $7.5

    • Meatball & Mozzarella $7.5

    • Chicken Parmigiana $7.5

    • Spicy Pastrami $7.5

    • Grilled Chicken Florentine $7.5

      Spinach, red pepper aioli, sun-dried tomato, pepper Jack cheese.

    • Homemade Sausage & Peppers $7.5

  • Cold Sandwiches
    • Tuna $6.95

    • Salami & Provolone $6.95

    • Ham & Swiss $6.95

    • Curry Chicken Salad $6.95

    • House-Made Cold Roast Beef $6.95

      Swiss, tomato, horseradish aioli.

    • Caprese $6.95

      Avocado, fresh tomato, Mozzarella, basil.

    • Turkey & Swiss $6.95

    • Giuseppes Italian Hero $6.95

      Mortadella, capicolla, Genoa and Provolone.

  • Flatbread & Sandwiches
    • Flatbread Con Pollo E Pesto $14

      Grilled chicken breast, smoked Mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, baby greens.

    • Italian Beef Steak Sandwich $14

      House cooked roast beef, onions, peppers, mascarpone, Provolone.

    • Flatbread Primavera $14

      Buffalo mozzarella, avocado, carrots, tomatoes, eggplant, basil.

    • Flatbread Alla Grecca $14

      Grilled chicken, avocado, kalamata olives, tomatoes, roasted peppers, Feta cheese.

  • Neapolitan Pizza
    Neapolitan 12" thin crust.
    • Campania $12

      Mozzarella, arugula, fresh tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes.

    • Gorgonzola $12

      Caramelized onions, Mozzarella, gorgonzola no tomato sauce.

    • Vincenzo $13

      Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions.

    • Pepperoni $13

      Pepperoni, cheese.

    • Salsiccia $13

      House-made sausage, red onions, mushrooms.

    • Margherita $12

      San marzano plum tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, x-v-o-o.

    • Diavolo $13

      Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives.

    • California $13

      Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, Mozzarella.

  • Insalata
    • Caesar $8

      Romaine hearts, croutons, anchovy dressing.

    • Chopped Salad $14

      Roasted chicken, grilled shrimp, avocado, beets, tomato, bacon, mixed greens, Bleu cheese dressing.

    • Caprese $12

      Local vine ripe tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil, red onion, avocado.

    • Italiana $7

      Butter lettuce, mixed greens, gorgonzola, balsamic vinaigrette.

    • Giuseppe $9

      Butter lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, garbanzos, parmigiana dressing.

    • Americano $8

      Iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, egg, applewood bacon, red onion, red wine vinaigrette, Bleu cheese.

    • Tonno Al Modo Mio $17

      Seared ahi tuna, peppercorn crust, arugula, tomato, cucumber, red onion salad.

    • Roasted Golden & Red Beets $9

      Goat cheese, strawberry vinaigrette, walnuts.

    • Della Citta $8

      Arugula, poached pears, candied walnuts, roasted beets, gorgonzola, pear vinaigrette.

  • Create Your Own
    • Formaggio (Cheese) (18") $18

    • Formaggio (Cheese) (14") $14

  • Wood Oven Fired Pizza
    • Margherita $13

      San marzano plum sauce, Mozzarella, basil, x-v-o-o.

    • Gorgonzola $13

      Caramelized onions, Mozzarella, gorgonzola,no tomato sauce.

    • Diavolo $13

      Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives.

    • Razor & Baby Manilla Clams $13

      Calabrese chilis, cherry tomatoes, pecorino no tomato sauce.

    • Neapolitan $13

      Anchovies, olives, capers, Mozzarella, chili flakes.

    • Smoked Mozzarella $13

      Prosciutto cotto "Italian ham".

    • Salsiccia $14

      House made sausage, caramelized onions, mushrooms.

    • Vincenzo $14

      Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions.

    • Tonno $14

      Italian olive oil cured tuna, capers, black olives, arugula.

    • California $14

      Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella no tomato sauce.

  • Sicilian Pizza
    Sicilian thick crust.
    • Godfather $17

      House-made sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon.

    • V I P $17

      Sauteed mushrooms, peppers, olives tomatoes, onions, sausage, pepperoni.

    • Gorgonzola $16

      Caramelized onions, Mozzarella, gorgonzola no tomato sauce.

    • Primavera $17

      Sauteed mushrooms, broccoli, peppers, olives tomatoes, onions.

    • Salsiccia $16

      House-made sausage, red onions, mushrooms.

    • Formaggio (Cheese) $14

    • Campania $16

      Mozzarella, arugula, fresh tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes.

    • Margherita $15

      San marzano plum tomato sauce, Mozzarella, basil, x-v-0-0.

    • Pepperoni $16

      Pepperoni, cheese.

    • California $17

      Grilled chicken, roasted com, cilantro, avocado, Mozzarella.

  • House Specialties
    • Chicken Parmigiana With Rigatoni $23

      Baked range chicken breast, Mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni.

    • Eggplant Parmigiana With Rigatoni $8.95

      Baked eggplant, Mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni.

  • Zuppa
    • Homemade Minestrone $4.95

  • Pizza
    • Pizza by the Slice $3.75

      Special slices.

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