Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica – Italian
Sun-drenched coastal charm meets the soulful warmth of an Italian farmhouse at this bustling eatery, where the air is thick with the scent of simmering brodo and golden, savory panzarotti. Guests gather over steaming bowls of creamy Pismo-style clam chowder and tender polpette, savoring a menu that honors family traditions through vibrant, rustic flavors. From the crisp snap of calamari fritti to the comforting layers of eggplant parmigiana, every plate captures the heart of a home-cooked feast shared among friends.
849, Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, 93401 https://www.giuseppesrestaurant.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 Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Dairy-Free at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local King Salmon, Sautéed Garlic Spinach and Grilled Free Range Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local King Salmon, Sautéed Garlic Spinach and Grilled Free Range Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggplant Parmigiana, House Made Burrata Raviolo and Local King Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chop Chop, Giuseppe and Pollo alla Piccata. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sauteed Wild Shrimp and Tricolore "The Detox". Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sauteed Wild Shrimp and Tricolore "The Detox". Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sautéed Garlic Spinach and Sauteed Wild Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica in San Luis Obispo has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sautéed Garlic Spinach and Cima di Rapa. 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 Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Frutta di Mare | 76.3 g | 65.1 g |
| Chop Chop | 37.3 g | 62.9 g |
| Capesante e Gamberi con Spaghettini | 113.2 g | 41.1 g |
| Tricolore "The Detox" | 7.6 g | 41 g |
| Bucatini Amatriciana | 26.6 g | 40.4 g |
| Fritto Misto | 79 g | 37.9 g |
| Salsiccia | 8.8 g | 35.9 g |
| Tortellini Giuseppe | 50.9 g | 35.7 g |
| Pollo alla Parmigiana | 29.5 g | 35.4 g |
| Roasted Beet | 155.9 g | 34 g |
| Gorgonzola | 1 g | 33 g |
| Nonna's Meatballs | 51.2 g | 32.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
Appetizers
- Bruschetta - $8: vine ripe local tomato, basil, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pismo Style Clam Chowder - $11: creamy clam chowder, little neck clams, X-V-O-O Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mama's Chicken Soup - $11: chicken thighs, spinach tortellini, root vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brodo con Verdure - $10: bone broth, butternut squash, root vegetables, parmigiana Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $12: baked eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpette - $10: wagyu beef meatballs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Panzarotti - $12: flash fried calzone stuffed with mozzarella & house marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Panzarotti - $14: flash fried calzone stuffed with house made sausage, mozzarella & house marinara Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts - $14: honey-dijon vinaigrette, candied pecans, goat cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $16: Monterey calamari steak strips, tubes & tentacles, flash fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Proscuitto & Burrata Platter - $19: 30-month aged sliced prosciutto, Pugliese buttered-cream burrata mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Insalata
Locally sourced or home-grown heirloom varietal produce
- Caesar - $10: romaine hearts, croutons, anchovy dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beet - $13: arugula, strawberry, candied walnuts, goat cheese, strawberry vinaigrette, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Giuseppe - $14: butter lettuce, avocado, garbanzo, red onion, cucumber, tomato, parmigiana dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tricolore "The Detox" - $11: raddicchio, endive, arugula, lemon vinaigrette, shaved parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Americano "Wedge" - $13: iceberg, crispy pancetta, gorgonzola, tomato, deviled egg, red wine vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chop Chop - $17: Chicken, shrimp, sopressata, provolone, tomato, pepperoncini, avocado, garbanzos, radicchio Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
All sauces can be served with gluten-free artisan pasta. Pastas are made in-house.
- Pomodoro - $16: pressed organic san marzano tomato sauce, basil, extra virgin olive oil, pecorino cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carbonara - $16: pancetta, egg-cream, pecorino Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bucatini Amatriciana - $17: pancetta, organic san marzano tomato, chili, red onion, parsley Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna - $18: beef & vande rose duroc pork ragu, bechamel, mozzarella, romano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Giuseppe - $21: bloomsdale spinach & ricotta-stuffed, peas, mushroom, pancetta, tomato sugo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nonna's Meatballs - $19: housemade pasta, nona's recipe wagyu meatballs, marinara, parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli di Zucca - $20: butternut squash-stuffed pasta, sage, parmesan cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bolognese - $19: tagliatelle egg pasta, slow-cooked beef, pork, lamb ragu Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cima di Rapa - $22: broccoli rabe, caramelized onions 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Scampi - $26: wild gulf prawns, meyer lemon, house made spaghetti Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Vongole - $23: Littleneck clams, garlic, lemon, parsley, white wine Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frutta di Mare - $28: prawns, scallops, calamari, clams, Saltspring mussels, sand dabs, salmon, spicy tomato broth Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capesante e Gamberi con Spaghettini - $27: wild gulf prawns, scallops, pancetta, vodka cream sauce, house-made spaghettini Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Made Burrata Raviolo - $19: House Made ravioli stuffed with artisan burrata, home grown cherry tomato pomodoro sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $17: fresh pasta, cream, parmigiana Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo - $22: fresh pasta, cream, parmigiana, chicken breast Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Wood Fire Pizza
Brick-oven fired, 12 inch thin crust
- Margherita - $16: fresh mozzarella, torn basil, san marzano tomato purée Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popeye - $16: spinach, buratta, pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni - $17: artisan handmade pepperoni, red sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Diavolo - $17: artisan pepperoni, olives, spicy peppers, red sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gorgonzola - $16: creamy gorgonzola dolce, carmelized onion, no sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salsiccia - $17: housemade sausage, red onion, crimini mushroom, red sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Principessa - $21: 30-month aged Parma proscuitto, artisan Pugliese Burrata mozzarella, red sauce, basil, arugula Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Pizza - $15: mozzarella, red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- California - $17: Chicken, corn, cilantro, avocado, bianca sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Secondi
Entrée dishes, with and without pasta
- Lamb Lollipops - $22: Grilled lamb lollipops, Oven roasted potatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo alla Parmigiana - $24: parmesan crusted free-range organic chicken breast, melted mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni pasta, veggies Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo alla Piccata - $24: free-range organic Chicken Breast, lemon caper white wine sauce, spaghettini, sauteed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Basilico - $24: Free-Range organic Chicken breast, house-made pesto cream sauce, tortellini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Morro Bay Sand Dabs - $23: Delicate breaded white fish, picatta style (lemon, white wine, caper sauce), veggies, cous cous Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Free Range Chicken - $24: yukon gold potatoes, meyer lemon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Certified Prime Rib-Eye - $44: 20 oz. rib eye, potatoes, arugula, tomato endive salad, aged balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fritto Misto - $26: Monterey calamari steak strips, prawns, sand dabs, scallops, potatoes, flash fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lover's Plate - $28: pancetta wrapped prawns, butternut squash raviolis Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
House made desserts, family recipes
- Meyer Lemon Cheesecake - $9: shortbread crust, strawberry drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- Tiramisu - $9: whipped sugar, egg & mascarpone with espresso-dipped ladyfingers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cannoli - $9: orange scented sweet ricotta ricotta-stuffed, pistachio dust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Carrot Cake - $9: ultra-moist mascarpone-frosted, walnuts and pistachios Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tahitian Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee - $9: baked vanilla custard, caramelized sugar crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Artisan Gelato (Pint) - $9: Assorted flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Sautéed Garlic Spinach - $8: spinach, garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-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, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caccio e Pepe - $9: house-made spaghettini, parmesan, fresh pecorino, black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Free Range Chicken Breast - $9: chicken breast Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $6: potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local King Salmon - $11: salmon Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Wild Shrimp - $10: shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
- Is Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local King Salmon, Sautéed Garlic Spinach and Grilled Free Range Chicken Breast.
- What can I eat at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica on a dairy-free diet?
- Local King Salmon, Sautéed Garlic Spinach and Grilled Free Range Chicken Breast carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sautéed Garlic Spinach and Cima di Rapa.
- Is Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica gluten-free?
- 7 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 Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica?
- Frutta di Mare, at roughly 65.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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