Fresco Grill – Mexican (Note: While "Fresco
Fresco Grill invites diners into a world of vibrant Mediterranean flavors, where the air is filled with the aroma of sizzling calamari and the bright, herbaceous notes of fresh artichoke Genovese. The experience centers on artfully plated starters like creamy burrata draped in silken prosciutto and golden-seared scallops, all served in an atmosphere that balances modern elegance with a warm, welcoming glow. From the first spoonful of velvety shrimp bisque to the crisp crunch of a classic Caesar, every dish captures a sense of coastal freshness that turns a simple meal into a sophisticated culinary retreat.
Mission Avenue, Bonsall, California CA 92003 https://frescorestaurants.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican (Note: While "Fresco
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, whole30, paleo, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, gerd, dash-sodium-reduced, atkins, low-cholesterol, aip, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, renal, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding food and satisfying portions, celebrating the menu's quality and the kitchen's expertise. Guests love the comfortable setting and memorable atmosphere, frequently highlighting the knowledgeable and courteous service that
Menu
Appetizers
- Bruschetta Italiana - $13: Crostini, tomato, mozzarella, garlic, basil, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Caprese - $16: Mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capesante - $20: Pan seared scallops, lobster sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $18: Golden fried calamari, side of spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artichoke Genovese - $18: Extra virgin olive oil, chili flakes, garlic, herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto Burrata - $18: Prosciutto, creamy pulled cow's milk cheese, extra virgin olive oil, artichokes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Wrapped Shrimp - $12: Shrimp, bacon, maremonte sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Beet Salad - $15: Organic mixed greens, arugula, beets, pine nuts, apples, gorgonzola, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Bisque - $12: Smooth and creamy shrimp soup Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Dei Cesari - $14: The classic Caesar salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Di Noci - $15: Organic mixed baby greens, walnuts, poached pears, gorgonzola cheese, raspberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farro Salad - $15: Goat cheese, almonds, apricot, spinach, shaved parmesan, pomegranate vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Soup - $12: Cream of mushrooms Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Pinsa (Ancient Roman Pizza)
- Capricciosa - $18: Fresh marinara sauce, olives, artichoke, mushroom, basil, buffalo mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margarita - $18: Fresh marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni - $20: Fresh marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bianca - $20: Alfredo sauce, roasted garlic, artichokes, prosciutto Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Pinsa - $20: Marinara, sweet Italian pepper, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Primavera - $18: Marinara, mozzarella, basil, eggplant, zucchini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $19: Flat noodles, alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Fettuccine - $32: Jumbo scallops, shrimp, chopped tomato, garlic, white wine, green fettuccine pasta Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $23: Pancetta or guanciale, eggs, pecorino romano, black pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Salsiccia Baked - $26: Italian sausage, tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti with Meatballs - $23: Meat sauce topped with meatballs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Mare Mosso - $32: Clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp, mixed fish, tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Alla Fiorentina - $26: Meat lasagna layered with spinach, fresh ricotta cheese, tomato sauce, bechamel Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Di Aragosta - $28: Filled with lobster meat, creamy lobster brandy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli al Formaggio Di Capra - $25: Goat cheese & parmesan cheese stuffed ravioli, spinach, tomato cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Bolognese - $25: Homemade potato dumplings, topped with meat sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Pappardelle - $27: Pappardelle, mushroom cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Vodka - $26: Stracciatella, tomato vodka sauce, basil Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Scallopine Piccata - $32: Veal scallopine, lemon, capers, white wine reduction Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Portofino - $30: Sauteed chicken, white wine, lemon butter, pine nuts, artichokes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Parmigiana - $33: Breaded chicken, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Marsala - $32: Sauteed chicken breast, mushrooms, marsala wine sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop Valdostana - $40: Stuffed pork chop, fontina cheese, prosciutto, cognac and mushroom sauce or gorgonzola sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York Steak - $47: Grilled 12 oz dry-aged New York steak, rosemary demi-glace Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filetto De Manzo Al Balsamico - $59: 8 oz filet mignon, special balsamic vinegar reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rack of Lamb - $49: Grilled New Zealand lamb, rosemary white wine sauce, chopped garlic Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Halibut Riviera - $47: Artichokes, capers, lemon, white wine reduction Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gamberoni Alla Nostromo - $33: Jumbo shrimp sautéed, garlic, white wine, lemon, arborio risotto Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmone Fresco Alla Griglia - $33: Fresh salmon grilled to perfection Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallop Risotto - $33: Arborio risotto, spinach, roasted mushroom, black truffle Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Spaghetti Aglio e Olio - $13: Spaghetti with garlic and oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Vegetables - $10: Assorted seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs - $13: Homemade meatballs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $5: 2 pieces of toasted garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $14: Classic Italian coffee-flavored dessert
- Crème Brûlée - $14: Rich custard base topped with a layer of hardened caramelized sugar
- Cannoli - $14: Italian pastry shells filled with sweet cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Limoncello Sorbet - $14: Refreshing lemon-flavored sorbet Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $14: Warm chocolate cake with a molten center Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Sangria Amore - $14: House white wine, strawberry, mint, triple sec, elderflower, lemon, simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Lychee Verde - $14: Vodka, lychee, lemon, basil, elderflower Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Whiskey Slick - $14: Maker's Mark, vanilla, orgeat, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Espresso Martini - $12: Vanilla vodka, borghetti espresso liqueur, bailey’s Irish cream, cinnamon, espresso beans
- Corona - $5.25: Mexican Beer
- Heineken - $6: Holland Beer
Frequently Asked Questions about Fresco Grill
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- With options for keto, vegan, gluten-free, and mediterranean diets, this restaurant accommodates mixed needs through dishes like Prosciutto Burrata and Beet Salad.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This moderately priced restaurant is ideal for special occasions, offering an elegant atmosphere, outstanding food, and knowledgeable, courteous service.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Fresco Grill supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, mediterranean, paleo, dairy-free, and several health-focused plans like whole30.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a 4.0/5 rating and moderate ($$) pricing, diners report outstanding food quality and satisfying portions, indicating good value.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners rave about the outstanding food quality, satisfying portions, memorable atmosphere, and the knowledgeable, courteous service provided by the staff.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests enjoy a memorable atmosphere and comfortable setting that balances modern elegance with a warm, welcoming glow.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This moderately priced Mexican restaurant stands out with a 4.0/5 rating, offering high-quality dishes, satisfying portions, and exceptional service.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a memorable experience with outstanding Mediterranean food, knowledgeable service, and artfully plated starters in a comfortable, modern atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Fresco Grill is currently operational, with its website active and its Mediterranean-inspired menu available for diners.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include Bruschetta Italiana, Mozzarella Caprese, Fried Calamari, Artichoke Genovese, Prosciutto Burrata, and Bacon Wrapped Shrimp.
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