Di Leone's Italian Restaurant – Italian
This quintessential neighborhood gem wraps diners in the comforting embrace of a classic Italian kitchen, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of rich meat sauces and slow-simmered marinara. Guests feast on hearty portions of bubbling lasagna and tender, hand-filled ravioli, or opt for the satisfying crunch of a signature torpedo sandwich, all served with a warmth that makes every meal feel like a cherished Sunday family tradition.
1480, Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA, 92019 +16195790049 https://dileones.net/menu0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, whole30, paleo, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, aip, tlc, zone, volumetrics, carnivore, alkaline, lectin-free, slow-carb, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Lunch Specials
11 AM - 3 PM
- Torpedo - $14.95: ham, cotto salami, genoa salami, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onion and italian dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Ravioli - $15.95: Meat or cheese with garlic bread. Baked upon request Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Ravioli - $15.95: Served with garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna with Marinara - $15.95: Served with garlic bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna with Meat Sauce - $15.95: Served with garlic bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti - $15.95: With marinara or meat sauce. Baked upon request Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguini - $15.95: With marinara or meat sauce. Baked upon request Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni - $15.95: With marinara or meat sauce. Baked upon request Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne - $15.95: With marinara or meat sauce. Baked upon request Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angel Hair - $15.95: With marinara or meat sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmigiana with Marinara - $15.95: Served with garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- 10" Pizza with One Topping - $14.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Calzone - $14.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Calzone - $17.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manicotti with Marinara Sauce - $16.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Meat - $15.5: Marinara or meat sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Cheese - $15.5: Marinara or meat sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana with Spaghetti - $17.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fillet with Spaghetti - $18.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo Appetizer - $22.95: Shrimp in a spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi Appetizer - $22.95: Shrimp sautéed in fresh garlic, marsala wine, herbs and lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $20.95: Golden fried calamari served with a marinara sauce dip Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fra Diavolo - $20.95: Calamari sautéed in a spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clams Bordelaise - $20.95: Steamed clams with white wine and chopped garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Mushrooms - $16.95: Fresh mushrooms sautéed in butter topped with spices Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta - $15.95: Toasted garlic bread topped with diced tomatoes, basil and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Caprese - $15.95: Slices of fresh mozzarella and tomatoes coated with olive oil and fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Shrimp - $19.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Wings - $15.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño Poppers - $13.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $13.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Zucchini - $13.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Bread - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialties
- Gnocchi - $25.95: Potato dumplings served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manicotti - $25.95: Crepe stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese baked in marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Tortellini - $25.95: Pasta stuffed with meat or cheese served with marinara or rose sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $25.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Primavera - $26.95: Broccoli, carrots and cauliflower in a creamy white sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Pesto - $26.95: Basil, garlic, pine nuts and Parmesan cheese in a creamy sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine DiLeone's - $32.95: Shrimp, scallops, mushrooms & garlic in a marinara sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Carrettiera - $27.95: Fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, garlic and fresh basil marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $25.95: Baked in marinara sauce topped with melted cheese, served with spaghetti Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Bordelaise - $29.95: Steamed clams in a white wine and chopped garlic sauce over linguine Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Seafood - $33.95: Shrimp, calamari, salmon, sea bass, clams & mussels in a rose sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Carne - Meat
- Sausage & Peppers - $27.95: Sausage links in a marinara sauce topped with peppers Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops - $29.95: Breaded pork chops with sautéed mushrooms Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Pizzaiola with Eggplant - $42.95: Sautéed veal in a light red wine marinara sauce topped with capers, olives and a pinch of oregano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Cutlet Parmigiana - $42.95: Breaded and fried veal cutlet baked in a marinara sauce topped with cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Scaloppini - $42.95: Sautéed veal in a lemon and white wine sauce topped with mushrooms Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Cacciatore - $42.95: Veal sautéed in a light red wine marinara sauce with mushrooms, onions & peppers Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Marsala - $42.95: Veal sautéed in marsala wine with mushrooms Available at: dinner, lunch
Pollo - Chicken
- Chicken Parmigiana - $26.95: Tender chicken breast breaded and baked in a marinara sauce topped with melted cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Piccata - $29.95: Boneless chicken breast sautéed in an egg batter with lemon & white wine sauce topped with mushrooms & capers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $29.95: Boneless chicken breast sautéed in a white wine and marsala sauce topped with mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pesce - Fish
- Baked Sea Bass Pomodoro - $32.95: Fresh sea bass covered in fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi Dinner - $32.95: Jumbo shrimp sautéed with garlic, white wine, herbs and lemon. Served with a side of sautéed mushrooms Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Baked Salmon - $30.95: Fresh salmon baked with butter and olive oil. Served with sautéed mushrooms Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Insalate - Salad
- House Salad - $9.95: Mixed greens, tomato, olive & pepperoncini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $12.95: Fresh romaine, croutons & Parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Antipasto Salad - $14.95: Mixed greens, salami, ham, capicola, provolone, olive, tomato, gardiniera & pepperoncini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad - $14.95: With mushrooms, bacon bits & raspberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizzas
- Large DiLeone Special - $30: Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers & black olives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Margherita - $30: Olive oil, basil, garlic & fresh tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Pesto Delight - $30: Pesto sauce, pepperoni, chicken, artichokes & sun-dried tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large BBQ Chicken - $30: Barbecue sauce, chicken and red onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Meat Combo - $30: Pepperoni, sausage, meatball & Canadian bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich - $15.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Sandwich - $15.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torpedo Sandwich - $15.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Spumoni - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- New York Cheesecake - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Cannoli - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Tiramisu - $9.95
Beverages
- San Pelegrino - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pepsi - $3.95
- Iced Tea - $3.95
- 4 for $20 Wine Special - $20 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
Sides
- Side Order of Meat Balls (2) - $7.95 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Order of Sausage (2) - $7.95 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Side Veggies - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
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