Cucina Basilico – Italian
Sun-drenched flavors and the rustic charm of an Italian kitchen come alive at Cucina Basilico, where the air is scented with fresh herbs and the convivial hum of shared plates. Vibrant platters of jewel-toned beet salads and creamy burrata sit alongside crisp, colorful bruschettas and tender Roman artichokes, celebrating the simple elegance of Mediterranean ingredients. Whether savoring the spicy kick of calamari alla diavola or the comforting warmth of savory polpette, guests are transported to a lively Roman piazza where every bite feels like a celebration of tradition.
3755, Murphy Canyon Road, San Diego, CA, 92123 +18588746436 https://www.cucinabasilico.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, low-fat, sugar-free, heart-healthy, plant-based, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, zone, slow-carb, candida, mayo-clinic, pegan, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Bruschetta Classica - $11.95: Homemade piadina bread topped with marinated tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Bruschetta Colorata - $12.95: Homemade piadina bread, goat cheese, and marinated bell peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Burrata - $15.95: Fresh creamy mozzarella cheese wrapped in Prosciutto S. Daniele Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Calamari alla Diavola - $15.95: Calamari sauteed in spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Polpette - $13.95: Meat balls in marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Caprese - $15.95: Fresh mozzarella with tomatoes and pesto Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food
- Salame - $12.95: Traditional Cold cuts: rustic salame and pistachio mortadella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Prosciutto - $14.95: 18 months aged imported Prosciutto Crudo Parma Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Carciofi Romani - $14.95: Long stem Artichoke hearts with herbs in olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Insalata Di Barbabietola - $12.95: Salad blend, red beets, carrots, goat cheese, and chives in balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Insalata Di Spinaci - $12.95: Fresh spinach, sunflower seeds, dried apricots, sliced almonds, carrots, shaved Pecorino in lemon dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Insalata Mediterranea - $12.95: Salad blend, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, mediterranean olives in balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Insalata Basilico (Side Salad) - $7.95: Salad blend, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and pepita in lemon dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Zuppa - $8.95: Soup of the day Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- Pesto Pasta - $17.95: Basil, walnuts, parmigiano & pecorino cheese, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Ragu alla Bolognese - $19.95: Family recipe meat sauce bolognese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Marinara Pasta - $16.95: Family recipe tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Arrabbiata - $17.95: Tomato sauce with garlic & chili flakes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Aglio e Olio - $16.95: Extra virgin olive oil, garlic, chili, bread crumbles & parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pasta con Polpette - $21.95: Family recipe meat balls in marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pantera Rosa - $18.95: Marinara sauce, a touch of cream & pancetta (Italian bacon) Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Vodka Pasta - $19.95: Smoked salmon, cream & marinara, touch of vodka Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Super Alfredo - $18.95: Cream, roasted garlic cloves, coarse pepper & shaved parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Norcina - $18.95: Light cream sauce with mild Italian sausage and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Formaggio Pasta - $16.95: Light cream sauce with Italian blue cheese gorgonzola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lasagna - $23.95: Layers of pasta, house Bolognese sauce, Parmigiano & besciamella sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pollo Parmigiana - $22.95: Chicken breast topped with mozzarella cheese in marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pollo Panna e Funghi - $22.95: Chicken breast in light cream sauce with Porcini mushrooms, served with sauteed carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Pollo Al Limone - $22.95: Grilled chicken breast topped with lemon dressing and capers, served over a small salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Salmone alla Livornese - $26.95: 8oz. Salmon fillet sauteed in white wine with capers, olives and a touch of marinara sauce, served with vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegetariano Panino - $12.95: Cremini mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, lettuce, pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Mortadella Panino - $11.95: Pistachio Mortadella, provolone cheese, lettuce, pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Pollo Panino - $14.95: Grilled organic chicken breast, provolone cheese, crispy bacon, tomato & lettuce on piadina bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Salame Panino - $12.95: Rustic salame with peppercorn, minced Italian pickled, provolone, lettuce & pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Prosciutto Panino - $13.95: Dry cured prosciutto, mozzarella, lettuce, tomatoes & pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Sugar-Free
- Salsiccia Panino - $12.95: Italian mild sausage, Dijon, caramelized onion & minced Italian pickled on piadina bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Mozzini Panino - $12.95: Mozzarella, spinach, caramelized onion, lettuce, & pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- PLT Panino - $12.95: Pancetta (Italian bacon), lettuce, tomatoes, frittatina & pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Add Chicken - $5: Simmons Farm chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Shrimp - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Mushrooms - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Add Sausage - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add 4 oz Salmon Fillet - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Gluten Free Pasta Upgrade - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Extra Side Pasta - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Lunch Catering (Per Person) - $13.95: Includes salad, pasta, bread and all eating utensils. Minimum 12 people.