Il Vicino – Italian
This sun-drenched neighborhood sanctuary invites guests to linger over vibrant, garden-fresh bowls where the crisp snap of Tuscan kale and the creamy indulgence of burrata take center stage. The air carries the comforting aroma of artisanal soups simmering nearby, perfectly complementing a menu that celebrates the bright, clean flavors of the Mediterranean through artfully composed salads and salt-kissed seafood. It is a refined yet relaxed escape where every plate feels like a tribute to the season’s best harvest, offering a wholesome dining experience that nourishes both the palate and the spirit.
3403 Central Avenue Northeast, Albuquerque NM 87106 https://ilvicino.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fair pricing and reliable dining experience, guests appreciate the consistent value found across the menu. Reviewers highlight the approachable flavors and decent portions, noting that the atmosphere provides a comfortable, un
Menu
Salads & Soups
- Della Casa - $7.5: Romaine, asiago, tomatoes, choice of house vinaigrette, creamy parmesan, or balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Il Vicino Salad - $11.5: Romaine, roasted chicken, hard-boiled egg, house vinaigrette, gorgonzola, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, walnuts.
- Caesar Salad - $9.25: Romaine, Spanish white anchovy, house-made creamy caesar dressing, asiago, focaccia croutons. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Spinaci - $10.25: Fresh spinach, pesto dressing, gorgonzola, roasted red peppers, pine nuts, red onions. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Salmone Salad - $13.5: Kale, arugula, flaked wild caught salmon, egg slices, feta, balsamic vinaigrette, kalamata olives, oven roasted tomatoes, English cucumber. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Tuscan Baby Kale - $12.75: Organic baby kale, farro, feta, balsamic vinaigrette, cherry tomatoes, roasted chickpeas, almonds. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Burrata Salad - $12.95: Arugula, burrata cheese, balsamic reduction, lemon dressing, cherry tomatoes, fresh baked pizza wedges. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pescatore Salad - $15.25: Romaine, light albacore tuna salad, sundried tomato mayonnaise, pesto dressing, feta, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, diced tomato, capers. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Soup of the Day - $7.95: Chef's daily selection. 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
- Soup and House Salad - $10.95: Soup of the day and a house salad. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Panini & Piadine
- Pollo e Pesto Panini - $14.5: Roasted chicken, pesto mayonnaise, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, red onions, roasted red peppers. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Casino Panini - $13.95: Capocollo ham, roasted turkey, dijon mayonnaise, provolone, tomatoes, red onions.
- Spuntino Panini - $13.75: Roasted turkey, sun-dried tomato mayonnaise, mozzarella, portobello mushrooms, tomatoes, red onions.
- Grilled Eggplant Panini - $13.25: Marinated eggplant, spicy spread, fresh mozzarella, blended goat cheese, balsamic onions, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, kale.
- Hero Piadine - $13.75: Hard salami, capocollo ham, dijon mayonnaise, vinaigrette, mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, tomatoes, pepperoncini, red onions, romaine, fresh rosemary.
- Vespa Piadine - $13.25: Roasted chicken, sun-dried tomato mayonnaise, pesto dressing, fontina, parmesan, tomatoes, spinach, fresh rosemary. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Mediterraneo Piadine - $14.75: Light albacore tuna salad, capers, sun-dried tomato mayonnaise, parmesan, red onion, tomato, romaine, fresh rosemary. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, South-Beach, High-Fiber
Baked Pasta
- Lasagna Giardiniere - $13.5: Marinara sauce, ricotta salata, mozzarella, parmesan, pasta layers, fire roasted onions and bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, fresh basil pesto. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Lasagna Bolognese - $14.5: Italian sausage, ground beef, marinara sauce, ricotta salata, mozzarella, parmesan, pasta layers, tomatoes, onions, fresh oregano.
- Penne Alfredo - $13.75: Baked penne, traditional alfredo sauce (cream cheese, cream, parmesan), fresh oregano. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Penne Arrabbiata - $12.5: Slightly spicy imported Italian tomato sauce, fresh basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Cavatappi con Carne - $14.5: Beef and pork meatballs, balsamic onions, tomato sauce, fresh basil. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
Wood Oven Pizza
- Margherita - $11.5: Marinara sauce, mozzarella, fresh basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pepperoni - $12.5: Pepperoni, marinara sauce, mozzarella, fresh oregano. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Motorino - $13.95: Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, spinach, artichoke hearts, oven roasted tomatoes, balsamic onions, pesto drizzle. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Pollo e Pumante - $13.75: Roasted chicken, garlic oil, asiago, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, fresh basil. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Testarossa - $12.95: Pepperoni, marinara sauce, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, caramelized onions, mushrooms, fresh oregano. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Salsiccia - $13.5: Pepperoni, house-made sausage, marinara sauce, mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh oregano.
- Rustica - $13.25: Marinara sauce, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, roasted garlic, capers, fresh oregano. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach
- Angeli - $14.25: Roasted chicken, sweet balsamic marinara sauce, mozzarella, gorgonzola, portobello mushrooms, artichoke hearts, fresh rosemary. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber
- Campagnola - $13.75: House-made sausage, marinara sauce, mozzarella, blended goat cheese, mushrooms, fresh oregano. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach
- Tartufo - $14.25: Truffle mushroom cream base, mozzarella, portobello mushrooms, caramelized onions, chopped parsley. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Molta Carne - $14.5: Pepperoni, house-made sausage, capocollo ham, marinara sauce, mozzarella, kalamata olives, mushrooms, fresh oregano. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Prosciutto e Rucola - $14.95: Thin sliced prosciutto, San Marzano tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil, fresh mozzarella, arugula, cherry tomatoes.
- Bianca - $13.75: Capocollo ham, spicy oil, mozzarella, gorgonzola, blended goat cheese, portobello mushrooms, caramelized onions, tomatoes, fresh rosemary.
- Gamberoni - $15.75: Fiery shrimp, spicy oil, mozzarella, asiago, tomatoes, red onions, fresh basil. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Meatball Pizza - $14.5: Beef and pork meatballs, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, balsamic onion, fresh basil.
Calzones
- Calzone - $14.25: Capocollo ham, marinara sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, goat cheese, balsamic onions, roasted red peppers, fresh basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium
- Vegetariano Calzone - $13.5: Marinara sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, goat cheese, fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Cannoli - $4: Sweetened ricotta cream cheese with chocolate chips inside a crisp pastry. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Torta di Seta - $5.95: Flourless chocolate cake, dense dark chocolate, crushed walnut crust. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- New York Cheesecake - $7.5: Tall, dense cheesecake with marinated amaretto cherry sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Tiramisu - $6.5: Lady fingers soaked with espresso and brandy, layered with mascarpone.
Beverages
- Prosecco Spritzer - $6: Signature wine cocktail. 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
- Postino - $6: White wine cocktail. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hugo - $6: Signature drink. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mango Unsweetened Tea - $2.5: Signature tea. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Basil Lemonade - $3.5: Signature lemonade. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Il Vicino Root Beer - $2.5: 10 oz serving. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Soft Drinks - $2.5: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, Diet Dr. Pepper, Sierra Mist, Mountain Dew.
- Pellegrino - $3: Plain, Aranciata, Limonata, or Blood Orange. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Acqua Panna - $3: Still water. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Apple Juice - $2.5: Fruit juice.
- Milk - $2.5: Plain or chocolate milk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Il Vicino
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Il Vicino is a refined yet relaxed neighborhood sanctuary offering a sun-drenched and comfortable atmosphere for Italian dining.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Il Vicino specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring Mediterranean-inspired dishes such as artisanal soups, salads, paninis, and seafood.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Budget-conscious diners seeking a casual Italian experience with diverse dietary options like gluten-free, low-carb, and vegetarian salads will enjoy this restaurant.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This Italian restaurant is unique for its budget-friendly Mediterranean menu, featuring garden-fresh salads, artisanal soups, and diverse dietary options.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Il Vicino has an average rating of 3.0/5, noted for its fair pricing and reliable dining experience.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the Della Casa, Il Vicino Salad, Tuscan baby kale, burrata salad, and paninis like the Pollo e Pesto.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Il Vicino has an official website at https://ilvicino.com/, but the provided information does not mention online ordering options.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the Tuscan Baby Kale, Burrata Salad, Pescatore Salad, and paninis like the Pollo e Pesto and Casino.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data for Il Vicino does not include specific information regarding its daily hours of operation.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a budget-friendly ($) price level, this restaurant is celebrated for its fair pricing, consistent value, and decent portions.
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