Il Cielo – Italian
Il Cielo invites guests into a luminous, airy sanctuary where floor-to-ceiling windows and soft, romantic lighting evoke the dreamlike feeling of dining among the clouds. The kitchen breathes life into classic Italian inspirations, serving up velvety handmade pastas and vibrant seasonal plates that capture the sun-drenched essence of a Mediterranean summer evening.
1244, Periwinkle Way, FL 33957 +12394725555 http://ilcielosanibel.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Il Cielo
Dairy-Free at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sauteed Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sauteed Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sauteed Shrimp, Creme Brûlée and Burger & Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chilean Seabass. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burger & Fries and Sauternes, Chateau Roumieu, Semillon-Muscadelle. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Michele Chiarlo Nivole Moscato D’Asti, Quady, Essencia, 2018 and Rigatoni Pomodoro Basilico. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Il Cielo
Il Cielo in Sanibel has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Tiramisu Mousse, Cielo Adult Sundae and Creme Brûlée. 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 Il Cielo
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Caldeirada De Frutos Do Mar | 27.1 g | 70.2 g |
| Wagyu Burger | 26 g | 38.7 g |
| Veal Scallopini | 72.4 g | 34.4 g |
| Seared Tuna | 16 g | 30.5 g |
| Wedge Salad | 9 g | 29.1 g |
| Chocolate Tiramisu Mousse | 79 g | 28.7 g |
| Meatballs (3) | 22 g | 24.8 g |
| Grilled Chicken Paillard | 0 g | 21.7 g |
| Jail Island Salmon | 56.6 g | 17.5 g |
| Calamari Fritti | 29.3 g | 16.4 g |
| Caprese | 10.7 g | 16.3 g |
| Escargot Rockefeller | 12.6 g | 16.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Mushroom Bisque Cup - $5: Mushroom bisque Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Bisque Bowl - $7: Mushroom bisque Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Calamari Fritti - $17: Sweet Chili Aioli, Mango Coulis, Cashews Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Escargot Rockefeller - $17: Spinach Cream, Smoked Bacon, Pernod, Parmesan, Garlic Crostini
- Oishii Shrimp Cocktail - $20: House-made Cocktail Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Vegetable Ravioli - $15: Poma Rosa Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Micro Greens Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Tuna - $18: Togarashi Seared Tuna, Pickled Ginger, Sweet Soy, Avocado–Wasabi Cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussel Sprouts - $15: Caramelized Onions, Garlic Chips, Aged Balsamic, Crispy Prosciutto, Goat Cheese Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 6 Month Aged Manchego - $16: Lightly Fried, Panko Crusted, Mission Fig, Cranberry and Orange Chutney Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels Cielo - $18: White Wine, Garlic Butter, Tomatoes, Crispy Baguette
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $14: Romaine Hearts, White Anchovies, Caesar Dressing, Focaccia Croutons Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Wedge Salad - $15: Baby Iceberg Lettuce, Black Pepper Bacon, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion Petals, House-made Gorgonzola Dressing
- Caprese - $15: Fresh Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomatoes, Balsamic Reduction, Basil Oil, Fresh Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Main Courses
- Jail Island Salmon - $36: Fennel Pollen Dusted, Olive Oil Poached Yukon Gold Potatoes, Roasted Shallot and Citrus Butter, Lemon - Basil Aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Caldeirada De Frutos Do Mar - $45: Oishii Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, Scallops, Fresh Catch, Chorizo, Saffron Poached Potatoes, Aleppo Pepper Broth, House-made Crostini
- Oishii Shrimp Livornese - $44: House-made Spaghetti, Fresh Tomatoes, Capers, Italian Olives, White Wine Garlic Broth Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chilean Seabass - $57: Lemon - Thyme Polenta, Sweet Corn and Black Pepper Bacon Relish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory
- Lobster alla Vodka - $62: House-made Mafaldine Pasta, Twin Lobster Tails, Vodka - Cherry Tomato Cream Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Grilled Filet of Beef - $60: Whipped Potato, Merlot Demi Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Veal Scallopini - $38: Porcini Mushroom Powder Dusted, Genovese Pesto Rigatoni, Wild Mushroom and Marsala Reduction Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Bone-In Grilled Pork Chop - $40: Cider Brined, Calvados Caramelized Fuji Apple and Sweet Onions, Roasted Corn & Fontina Stone Ground Grits
- Grilled Chicken Paillard - $32: Herb Marinated, Wild Arugula, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, Mint Vinaigrette
- Rigatoni Pomodoro Basilico - $34: House-made Rigatoni Pasta, Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce, Fresh Basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics
- Porcini and White Truffle Ravioli - $38: Crushed Pistachio, Brown Butter-Sage, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Wagyu Burger - $30: Snake River Farms 100% American Wagyu, Hand Cut Fries, House-made Pickle, Gruyere Cheese, Arugula, Heirloom Tomato, Cracked Pepper Aioli
Desserts
- Black Midnight Flourless Chocolate Cake - $14: Almond Flour Cake Topped with Black Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting, Toasted Marshmallow, Raspberry Coulis, Sauce Anglaise Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Peach and Wild Berry Cobbler - $12: Served Warm with a Wild Berry Balsamic Reduction and Tillamook Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Tiramisu Mousse - $14: Coffee Liqueur Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Rum Mousse, Whipped Mascarpone, Extra Brute Cocoa Powder, Chocolate Truffle, Espresso Chocolate Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Creme Brûlée - $12: Classic Caramelized Vanilla Bean Custard, Fresh Berries, and a Browned Butter Tuille Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Key Lime Goat Cheese Cheesecake - $13: Vanilla Shortbread Crust, Passion Fruit Drizzle, Assorted Berries, Whipped Cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Cielo Adult Sundae - $11: Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Topped with Bourbon Caramel, Chocolate Sauce, House-made Brownie Pieces, Candied Pecans, Whipped Cream and Crowned with a Drunken (Brandied) Cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Michele Chiarlo Nivole Moscato D’Asti - $35: Floral aromas of Moscato, with notes of peach and apricot Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sauternes, Chateau Roumieu, Semillon-Muscadelle - $14: Peach, mango and pineapple flavors with hints of chamomile tea and dried herbs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Quady, Essencia, 2018 - $11: Orange Muscat grapes, spicy orange-apricot-pear flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Children's Menu
12 Years Old and Younger. Includes free mini John Sundae.
- Sauteed Shrimp - $13: Whipped Potatoes, Vegetable Du Jour Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
- Chicken Tenders (3) - $13: French Fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Burger & Fries - $16: French Fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal
- Grilled Chicken Breast - $13: Vegetable du Jour & Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Meatballs (3) - $12: Pomodoro Sauce, Parmesan Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Il Cielo
- Is Il Cielo dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Il Cielo has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sauteed Shrimp.
- What can I eat at Il Cielo on a dairy-free diet?
- Sauteed Shrimp carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Il Cielo have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Michele Chiarlo Nivole Moscato D’Asti and Quady, Essencia, 2018.
- Is Il Cielo gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 Il Cielo?
- Caldeirada De Frutos Do Mar, at roughly 70.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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