Gaetano's Italian Restaurant – Italian
The air at Gaetano’s Italian Restaurant is thick with the comforting scent of toasted garlic bread and the briny, aromatic steam of mussels simmering in rich marinara. Crisp, vibrant greens take center stage here, from the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean salad to the classic, savory crunch of a perfectly tossed Caesar. It is a welcoming retreat where the simple elegance of traditional Italian starters and garden-fresh ingredients creates a bright, soulful dining experience.
10025, Campo Road, 91977 +16196703555 https://www.gaetanositalianrestaurant.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, 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, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Dairy-Free at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cozze al Marinara, Bruschetta and Cup of Tomato Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cozze al Marinara, House Green Salad and Cozze al Vapor. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calzone (Small), Linguini Pescatore and Cheese Pizza (12"). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veal Marsala and Gnocchi alla Giuseppe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Merlot (Glass) and Cozze al Vapor. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veal Marsala, Romaine & Iceberg Salad and Merlot (Glass). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bruschetta, Cup of Tomato Sauce and House Green Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
Gaetano's Italian Restaurant in Spring Valley has 14 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calzone (Small), Cheese Pizza (12") and Cannoli. 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 Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Antipasto Salad | 8.1 g | 86.7 g |
| Gaetano's Special Pizza (12") | 16.5 g | 74.8 g |
| Linguini Pescatore | 44.7 g | 59.1 g |
| Torpedo Cold Sandwich | 20 g | 58.1 g |
| Gnocchi alla Giuseppe | 27.8 g | 50.2 g |
| Meatball Sandwich | 17 g | 47.9 g |
| Spaghetti alla Carbonara | 5.7 g | 35.7 g |
| Cannoli | 85.7 g | 26 g |
| Romaine & Iceberg Salad | 9.5 g | 25.5 g |
| Mediterranean Salad | 75.1 g | 23.8 g |
| Veal Marsala | 0.1 g | 22.5 g |
| Side Meatball or Sausage | 7 g | 21.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Bruschetta - $11.8: Homemade bread toasted and topped with fresh tomato, basil, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil 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
- Garlic Bread - $3.9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread Parmigiana - $6.55 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cozze al Marinara - $17.1: Steamed mussels in marinara sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cozze al Vapor - $17.1: Steamed mussels sautéed in white wine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mediterranean Salad - $13.15: Mixed greens, goat cheese, Kalamata olives, tomato, cucumber, red onions, homemade Italian dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad - $13.15: Fresh spinach, mushrooms, bacon, honey dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romaine & Iceberg Salad - $13.15: Romaine and iceberg lettuce, Gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $13.15: Romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, croutons, shaved parmigiana cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ponzesa Salad - $13.15: Mixed greens, goat cheese, Kalamata olives, tomato, cucumber, red onions, pesto dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Green Salad - $7.85: Iceberg lettuce, tomato, olives, pepperoncini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto Salad - $13.15: Fresh lettuce, Italian meats, cheeses, homemade Italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza & Calzones
- Cheese Pizza (12") - $15.84: Mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Pizza (16") - $19.75: Mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calzone (Small) - $14.52: Filled with ricotta and mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gaetano's Special Pizza (12") - $22.4: Sausage, meatballs, onions, mushrooms, green peppers, pepperoni, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oceano Pizza (12") - $22.4: Tender shrimp, minced garlic, marinara sauce, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Spaghetti alla Carbonara - $17.1: Spaghetti sautéed with bacon, eggs, cream, and parmigiana cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $16.74: Fettuccine pasta tossed with creamy homemade Alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi alla Giuseppe - $20.35: Potato dumplings, chicken, sun dried tomatoes, and peas in creamy tomato garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna - $17.7: Freshly made Italian classic Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $23.95: Breaded chicken breast baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella, served with spaghetti Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Marsala - $26.35: Tender veal sautéed with Marsala wine and fresh mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguini Pescatore - $27.6: Assortment of seafood, shrimp, and clams with marinara on linguine Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Meatball Sandwich - $11.8: Freshly baked bread with meatballs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torpedo Cold Sandwich - $11.8: Salami, mortadella, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, pepperoncini, Italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Side Meatball or Sausage - $3.66 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cup of Tomato Sauce - $5.22 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Desserts
- Cannoli - $6.55 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Tiramisu - $8.34 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Spumoni Ice Cream - $6.55 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Soft Drink - $3.75: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Root beer, Lemonade, Iced Tea
- Merlot (Glass) - $8.1 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Stella Artois (Bottle) - $7.2
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaetano's Italian Restaurant
- Is Gaetano's Italian Restaurant dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Gaetano's Italian Restaurant has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cozze al Marinara, Bruschetta and Cup of Tomato Sauce.
- What can I eat at Gaetano's Italian Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- Cozze al Marinara, Bruschetta and Cup of Tomato Sauce carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Gaetano's Italian Restaurant have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bruschetta and Cup of Tomato Sauce.
- Is Gaetano's Italian Restaurant gluten-free?
- 3 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 Gaetano's Italian Restaurant?
- Antipasto Salad, at roughly 86.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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