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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Cucina Basilico
Dairy-Free at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Marinara Pasta, Bruschetta Classica and Insalata Basilico (Side Salad). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 9 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Sausage, Add Mushrooms and Add Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetariano Panino, Caprese and Insalata Di Spinaci. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Sausage, Add Mushrooms and Prosciutto. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Sausage, Add Mushrooms and Add Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Sausage, Add Mushrooms and Add Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 5 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Sausage, Add Mushrooms and Add Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cucina Basilico
Cucina Basilico in San Diego has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Marinara Pasta, Bruschetta Classica and Insalata Basilico (Side Salad). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Cucina Basilico
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ragu alla Bolognese | 5.3 g | 32.5 g |
| Mortadella Panino | 51 g | 30.8 g |
| Pesto Pasta | 31.9 g | 30.1 g |
| Arrabbiata | 46.2 g | 29.1 g |
| Salame | 9.3 g | 25.8 g |
| Prosciutto Panino | 38.3 g | 22.1 g |
| Insalata Di Spinaci | 24.4 g | 20.6 g |
| Salame Panino | 4 g | 19.8 g |
| Add Shrimp | 28.5 g | 18.8 g |
| Prosciutto | 0 g | 18.3 g |
| Caprese | 10.7 g | 16.3 g |
| Add Mushrooms | 5.3 g | 15.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Bruschetta Classica - $11.95: Homemade piadina bread topped with marinated tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta Colorata - $12.95: Homemade piadina bread, goat cheese, and marinated bell peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata - $15.95: Fresh creamy mozzarella cheese wrapped in Prosciutto S. Daniele Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari alla Diavola - $15.95: Calamari sauteed in spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpette - $13.95: Meat balls in marinara sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese - $15.95: Fresh mozzarella with tomatoes and pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salame - $12.95: Traditional Cold cuts: rustic salame and pistachio mortadella Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto - $14.95: 18 months aged imported Prosciutto Crudo Parma Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carciofi Romani - $14.95: Long stem Artichoke hearts with herbs in olive oil Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- Insalata Di Barbabietola - $12.95: Salad blend, red beets, carrots, goat cheese, and chives in balsamic reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Di Spinaci - $12.95: Fresh spinach, sunflower seeds, dried apricots, sliced almonds, carrots, shaved Pecorino in lemon dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Mediterranea - $12.95: Salad blend, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, mediterranean olives in balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Basilico (Side Salad) - $7.95: Salad blend, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and pepita in lemon dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zuppa - $8.95: Soup of the day Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Homemade Pasta
- Pesto Pasta - $17.95: Basil, walnuts, parmigiano & pecorino cheese, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ragu alla Bolognese - $19.95: Family recipe meat sauce bolognese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinara Pasta - $16.95: Family recipe tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arrabbiata - $17.95: Tomato sauce with garlic & chili flakes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aglio e Olio - $16.95: Extra virgin olive oil, garlic, chili, bread crumbles & parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta con Polpette - $21.95: Family recipe meat balls in marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pantera Rosa - $18.95: Marinara sauce, a touch of cream & pancetta (Italian bacon) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vodka Pasta - $19.95: Smoked salmon, cream & marinara, touch of vodka Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Alfredo - $18.95: Cream, roasted garlic cloves, coarse pepper & shaved parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Norcina - $18.95: Light cream sauce with mild Italian sausage and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Formaggio Pasta - $16.95: Light cream sauce with Italian blue cheese gorgonzola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna - $23.95: Layers of pasta, house Bolognese sauce, Parmigiano & besciamella sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pollo Parmigiana - $22.95: Chicken breast topped with mozzarella cheese in marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Panna e Funghi - $22.95: Chicken breast in light cream sauce with Porcini mushrooms, served with sauteed carrots Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Al Limone - $22.95: Grilled chicken breast topped with lemon dressing and capers, served over a small salad Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Panini (Lunch Only)
- Vegetariano Panino - $12.95: Cremini mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, lettuce, pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: lunch
- Mortadella Panino - $11.95: Pistachio Mortadella, provolone cheese, lettuce, pesto mayo on piadina bread Available at: lunch
- Pollo Panino - $14.95: Grilled organic chicken breast, provolone cheese, crispy bacon, tomato & lettuce on piadina bread Available at: lunch
- Salame Panino - $12.95: Rustic salame with peppercorn, minced Italian pickled, provolone, lettuce & pesto mayo on piadina bread Available at: lunch
- Prosciutto Panino - $13.95: Dry cured prosciutto, mozzarella, lettuce, tomatoes & pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Salsiccia Panino - $12.95: Italian mild sausage, Dijon, caramelized onion & minced Italian pickled on piadina bread Available at: lunch
- Mozzini Panino - $12.95: Mozzarella, spinach, caramelized onion, lettuce, & pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: lunch
- PLT Panino - $12.95: Pancetta (Italian bacon), lettuce, tomatoes, frittatina & pesto mayo on piadina bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: lunch
Add-ons
- Add Chicken - $5: Simmons Farm chicken Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Shrimp - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Mushrooms - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Sausage - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add 4 oz Salmon Fillet - $7 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Gluten Free Pasta Upgrade - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Extra Side Pasta - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
Catering
- Lunch Catering (Per Person) - $13.95: Includes salad, pasta, bread and all eating utensils. Minimum 12 people. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Cucina Basilico
- Is Cucina Basilico dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cucina Basilico has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Marinara Pasta, Bruschetta Classica and Insalata Basilico (Side Salad).
- What can I eat at Cucina Basilico on a dairy-free diet?
- Marinara Pasta, Bruschetta Classica and Insalata Basilico (Side Salad) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cucina Basilico have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Marinara Pasta and Bruschetta Classica.
- Is Cucina Basilico gluten-free?
- 9 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cucina Basilico?
- Ragu alla Bolognese, at roughly 32.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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