Cucina Basilico Menu

Welcome to Cucina Basilico, a hidden gem on Murphy Canyon Road in San Diego, where authentic Italian flavors come to life. This delightful restaurant offers a charming setting that complements its exquisite menu. Diners can indulge in delicious options from the Al Forno section like the layered Lasagna or the tender Pollo al Limone, both at an inviting price of $14.95.

Craving something handheld? Their Piadine sandwiches, such as the flavorful Mortadella Pictacio or the savory Pollp, are perfect choices starting at $9.95. Each dish reflects quality ingredients and expert preparation, offering a taste of Italy with every bite.

With rave reviews highlighting homemade pasta and signature dishes, Cucina Basilico is a must-visit for both casual diners and Italian food aficionados alike. Come experience the warmth and sophistication that keep guests returning for more.

Sfizziatelle – Delights

• Caprese

  Fresh mozzarella with tomatoes and pesto

  US$10.95

• Burrata

  Fresh creamy mozzarella wrapped in Parma cured prosciutto

  US$11.95

• Calamari alla Diavola

  Calamari sautéed in our spicy marinara sauce

  US$9.95

• Bruschetta

  Homemade piadina bread qith garlice & marinated tomatoes

  US$6.95

• Bruschetta Colorata

  Homemade piadina bread, goat cheese & roast bell peppers

  US$7.95

• Carciofi Romani

  Long stem artichoke hearts with herbs in olive oil

  US$10.95

• Polpette

  Handmade meat balls in our marinara sauce

  US$8.95

Dall’orto – From The Garden

• Insalata di Barbabietola

  Our salad blend with red beets, carrots, goat cheese & chives in balsamic reduction

  US$10.95

• Insalata di Salmone

  Our salad blend with 4 oz. wild raised salmon filet from the north Pacific, cherry tomatoes & capers in lemon dressing

  US$14.95

• Insalata Mediterranea

  Our salad blend with cherry tomatoes, Mediterranean olives, fresh mozzarella in lemon dressing

  US$10.95

• Insalata di Spinaci

  Baby spinach, dried apricots, pumpkin seeds, sliced almonds, carrots, shaved parmigiano cheese in lemon dressing

  US$10.95

• Insalata Basilico (Side Salad)

  Our salad blend with cherry tomatoes, carrots & pumpkin seeds in lemon dressing

  US$5.95

• Zuppa

  Ask your server for soup of the day

  US$7.95

Pasta Fresca – Homemade Pasta

• Pesto

  Basil, walnuts, garlic, parmigiano cheese & pecorino cheese, extra virgin olive oil

  US$11.95

• Ragu’ alla Bolognese

  Our family recipe meat sauce Bolognese

  US$12.95

• Marinara

  Our family recipe tomato sauce

  US$10.95

• Arrabbiata

  Our tomato sauce with garlic & chili flakes

  US$11.95

• Aglio e Olio

  Extra virgin olive oil, garlic, chili, bread crumbs & parmigiano

  US$10.95

• Polpette

  Our family recipe meat balls in marinara sauce

  US$13.95

• Norcina

  Italian mild sausage and caramelized onions in a light cream sauce

  US$12.95

• Pantera Rosa

  Marinara sauce, a touch of cream & bacon

  US$11.95

• Vodka

  Smoked salmon, cream & marinara, touch of vodka

  US$12.95

• Super Alfredo

  Cream, roasted garlic cloves, pepper & shaved parmigiano

  US$11.95

• Formaggio

  Light cream sauce with Italian blue cheese “gorgonzola”

  US$10.95

Al Forno – From The Oven

• Lasagna

  Layers of pasta, house Bolognese sauce, Parmigiano & besciamella sauce

  US$14.95

• Pollo al Limone

  Chicken breast sautéed in white wine, served with spring mix salad with lemon dressing and capers.

  US$14.95

Piadine - Sandwiches

• Vegetariano

  Cremini mushrooms, bell peppers, zucchini, lettuce, our pestomayo

  US$10.95

• Mortadella

  Pictacio Mortadella cold cut, provolone cheese, lettuce, our pestomayo

  US$9.95

• Pollp

  Chicken breast, provolone cheese, crispy bacon, tomato & lettuce

  US$12.95

• Salame

  Rustic salame with peppercorn "soppressata", minced Italian pickles, provolone cheese, lettuce & our pestomayo

  US$10.95

• Prosciutto

  Dry-cured prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, lettuce & our pestomayo

  US$11.95

• Salsiccia

  Italian mild sausage, Dijon, caramelized onion, provolone cheese & minced Italian pickles

  US$10.95

• Mozzini

  Fresh mozzarella, zucchini, lettuce & our pestomayo

  US$10.95

• PLT

  "Pancetta" Italian bacon, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, frittatina & our pestomayo

  US$10.95

• Calamari alla Diavola

  Calamari sautéed in our spicy marinara sauce

  US$10.75

Antipasti - Appetizers (Dinner)

• Bruschetta

  Homemade "Piadina" bread, marinated baked tomatoes

  US$7.95

• Bruschetta Colorata

  Homemade "Piadina" bread, goat cheese, marinated bell peppers

  US$8.95

• Burrata

  Creamy mozzarella wrapped in Prosciutto Crudo Parma

  US$11.95

• Salame

  Traditional cold cuts: rustic salame and Pistacio Mortadella

  US$8.95

• Prosciutto

  18-months aged imported Prosciutto Crudo Parma

  US$10.95

• Carciofi Romani

  Long stem artichoke hearts with herbs in olive oil

  US$11.95

• Polpette

  Handmade meatballs in our marinara sauce

  US$9.95

• Caprese

  Fresh mozzarella with tomatoes and pesto

  US$11.95

L'orto - The Garden (Dinner)

• Zuppa

  Soup of the day, please ask your server

  US$8.95

• Insalata Barbaietola

  Mixed greens, red beets, carrots, goat cheese & chives in homemade balsamic reduction

  US$10.95

• Insalata di Spinaci

  Fresh spinach, pumpkin seeds, dried apricots, sliced almonds, carrots, shaved Parmagiano in lemon dressing

  US$10.95

• Insalata Mediterranea

  Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, Mediterranean olives in homemade lemon dressing

  US$10.95

• Basilico (side salad)

  Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, carrots & pumpkin seeds in homemade lemon dressing

  US$5.95

Contorni - Sides (Dinner)

• Spinaci Cotti

  Spinach sautéed with roasted garlic

  US$5.95

• Carote al Burro

  Sautéed carrots in butter

  US$5.95

• Fagiolini

  Green beans sautéed in extra virgin olive oil

  US$5.95

• Side Pasta

  Marinara, Bolognese, Super Alfredo, or Pesto

  US$8.95

Homemade Pasta (Dinner)

• Arrabiata

  Our tomato sauce with garlic & chili flakes

  US$14.95

• Ragu alla Bolognese

  Our family recipe meat sauce Bolognese

  US$16.95

• Pesto

  Basil, walnuts, garlic, Parmigiano cheese, extra virgin olive oil

  US$14.95

• Pantera Rosa

  Marinara sauce, a touch of cream, and bacon

  US$15.95

• Marinara

  Our family recipe tomato sauce

  US$13.95

• Fromaggio

  Light cream sauce with Italian blue cheese "gorgonzola"

  US$13.95

• Norcina

  Light cream sauce with mild Italian sausage and caramelized onions

  US$15.95

• Aglio e Olio

  Extra virgin olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, bread crumbs & Parmigiano cheese

  US$13.95

• Super Alfredo

  Cream, roasted garlic cloves, pepper, shaved Parmigiano cheese

  US$15.95

• Vodka

  Smoked salmon, cream & our marinara sauce

  US$16.95

• Polpette

  Our family recipe meatballs in marinara sauce

  US$17.95

• Vongole

  Clams & cherry tomatoes sautéed in white wine

  US$17.95

Proteine - Protein (Dinner)

• Pollo Parmigiana

  Chicken breast topped with mozzarella cheese, cooked in our marinara sauce, served with sautéed vegetables

  US$18.95

• Pollo al Limone

  Sautéed chicken breast in white wine, served with spring mix salad with capers and house lemon dressing

  US$18.95

• Pollo Panna e Funghi

  Chicken breast in light cream sauce with Porcini mushrooms, served with sautéed vegetables

  US$18.95

• Salmone Livornese

  8 oz. wild raised salmon filet from the North Pacific sautéed in white wine with cherry tomatoes, capers, and olives

  US$21.95

• Cioppino

  Seafood soup with clams, mussels, shrimp, salmon, cod, and calamari

  US$19.95

Al Forno - The Oven (Dinner)

• Lasagna

  Layers of homemade pasta, house Bolognese, Parmigiano & besciamella sauce

  US$18.95