MidiCi - Wood Fired Pizza – Italian
Step into a vibrant, open space where the golden glow of wood-fired ovens sets the stage for a social dining experience centered around authentic Italian flavors. The air carries the savory scent of housemade meatballs bubbling with fresh mozzarella and charred garlic bread, while artfully arranged boards of cured meats and creamy burrata invite guests to linger over shared bites. Crisp, garden-fresh salads tossed with toasted walnuts and gorgonzola provide a bright contrast to the warmth of the hearth, creating a spirited celebration of simple, high-quality ingredients.
467 Alvarado Street, Monterey CA 93940 https://mymidici.com/stores/california/monterey/downtown-monterey/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, high-protein, vegan, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, south-beach, high-fiber, volumetrics, tlc, zone, alkaline, aip, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free, juice-cleanse
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Friday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its diverse menu variety, guests appreciate the wide range of options that make it a reliable choice for a casual meal. Reviewers highlight the accessible atmosphere and straightforward dining experience, noting that the offerings consistently meet expectations for those seeking a convenient and relaxed outing.
Menu
Small & Shared Plates
All appetizers are served fresh with balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread.
- Housemade Meatballs with Fresh Mozzarella: angus beef, fresh mozzarella, Italian marinara sauce, parmesan, basil. Served with balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Meat Board: prosciutto, spicy Italian salami (calabrese), Neapolitan salami, rosemary ham (cotto). served with mustard and kalamata olives, balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Cheese Board: black truffle cheese (sottocenere al tartufo), fresh mozzarella, goat cheese, gorgonzola, parmigiano-reggiano. served with dried apricots, dates, walnuts and honey, balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata Caprese: burrata, arugula, grape tomatoes, Italian vinaigrette dressing, housemade pesto, extra virgin olive oil. Served with balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Meat & Cheese Plate (Serves 2): black truffle cheese (sottocenere al tartufo), goat cheese, parmigiano-reggiano, rosemary ham (motto), prosciutto, spicy Italian salami (calabrese). served with mustard, kalamata olives, dried apricots, dates, walnuts and honey, balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata with Melon & Prosciutto: burrata, melon, prosciutto, extra virgin olive oil. Served with balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread: garlic, parsley, parmesan, extra virgin olive oil. Served with balsamic reduction and wood-fired Neapolitan bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
All of our salads are served fresh with balsamic reduction.
- MidiCi House Salad: seasonal greens, baby arugula, grape tomatoes, parmigiano-reggiano, balsamic vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Caesar: romaine lettuce, parmigiano-reggiano, croutons, Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walnut & Gorgonzola: baby arugula, seasonal greens, grape tomatoes, walnuts, gorgonzola, parmigiano-reggiano, walnut & gorgonzola dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Italian: seasonal greens, romaine lettuce, Neapolitan salami, bell peppers, grape tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, kalamata olives, parmesan, crushed croutons, Italian vinaigrette dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Greek: baby spinach, seasonal greens, grape tomatoes, feta, kalamata olives, red onions, cucumber, Italian vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale & Ricotta: purple kale, baby spinach, ricotta, dates, parmigiano-reggiano, mustard vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Neapolitan Pizza
Our signature Neapolitan dough – light, thin, soft and chewy, with a high crust.
- The Margherita: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, basil, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Pepperoni: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, spicy Italian salami (calabrese) Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Meats: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, housemade angus beef meatballs, pepperoni, rosemary ham (cotto) Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Cheese: fresh mozzarella, ricotta, gorgonzola, parmesan, garlic, oregano (no tomato sauce) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hawaiian: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pineapple, rosemary ham (cotto), red onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Devil's: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, housemade spicy sausage, spicy Italian salami (calabrese), red chilies (spicy) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi: fresh mozzarella, shrimp, green bell peppers, red onions, garlic, oregano. topped with baby arugula after bake (no tomato sauce) Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg N' Bacon: fresh mozzarella, applewood smoked bacon, housemade spicy sausage, garlic, oregano. topped with a freshly cracked egg (no tomato sauce) Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Margherita & Prosciutto: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella. topped with prosciutto and baby arugula after bake Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle & Prosciutto: truffle cream, fresh mozzarella, mushrooms. topped with prosciutto and baby arugula after bake (no tomato sauce) Available at: dinner, lunch
- From The Garden: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, baby spinach, bell peppers, red onions, kalamata olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle & Vegetable: truffle cream, fresh mozzarella, ricotta, mushrooms, black olives, grape tomatoes. topped with baby arugula after bake (no tomato sauce) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Forest: Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, rosemary ham (cotto), mushrooms, black olives Dietary tags: South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pesto: housemade pesto, fresh mozzarella, chicken, ricotta, grape tomatoes (no tomato sauce) Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- White (Bianca): fresh mozzarella, parmesan, basil, oregano, garlic, extra virgin olive oil (no tomato sauce) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Pesto: housemade pesto, fresh mozzarella, parmesan (no tomato sauce) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle (Tartufo): truffle cream, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, basil, extra virgin olive oil (no tomato sauce) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Marinara: Italian tomato sauce, oregano, garlic, extra virgin olive oil (no cheese) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gluten-free Neapolitan Pizza: Housemade Gluten-free Neapolitan crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Signature Nutella Calzone: Nutella, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Affogato: Italian vanilla bean gelato drowning in espresso
- Italian Gelato & Sorbetto: Selection of flavors by Italian Master Gelatiers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Ferrarelle Sparkling Mineral Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino Sparkling Natural Mineral Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Orange Juice
- Apple Juice
- Martinelli's Apple Juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Cranberry Juice
- Niasca Italian Soda (Limonata) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Niasca Italian Soda (Mandarinata) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- San Pellegrino Aranciata (Orange) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino Aranciata Rossa (Blood Orange) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino Limonata (Lemon) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Watermelon-Strawberry Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Berry Blast Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Blood Orange Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Orange Creamsicle Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peaches N' Cream Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Strawberries N' Cream Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Creamy Coconut Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Strawberry-Peach Italian Cream Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Stawberry-Peach Housemixed Lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Watermelon-Twist Housemixed Lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Coconut Housemixed Lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Blue Raspberry Housemixed Lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Basil Limeade Housemixed Lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Blood Orange Housemixed Lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Espresso
- Macchiato
- Americano
- Caffe Latte
- Vanilla Latte
- Cappuccino
- Caffe Mocha Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Hot Chocolate
- Iced Coffee
Add-ons
- Add Ricotta to Calzone - $1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Add Chicken to Salad - $1
- Add Hardboiled Egg to Salad - $1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about MidiCi - Wood Fired Pizza
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a casual, social meal centered around shared boards and wood-fired pizzas in a vibrant, relaxed, and accessible atmosphere.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Dishes suitable for both keto and gluten-free diets include adding a hardboiled egg or chicken to salads and adding ricotta to calzones.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, mediterranean, paleo, high-protein, low-carb, and whole30 across various dishes.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This restaurant is ideal for casual dining, offering a relaxed atmosphere and straightforward experience centered around shared wood-fired pizzas.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include housemade meatballs with fresh mozzarella, the Margherita pizza, double pepperoni, and various burrata and meat boards.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact this restaurant through their website at https://mymidici.com/stores/california/monterey/downtown-monterey/.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews highlight the restaurant as a reliable, straightforward choice for casual dining, though it maintains a moderate 3.0/5 rating.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- MidiCi offers a social dining experience centered around wood-fired ovens, diverse menu variety, and an exceptionally wide range of dietary options.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests celebrate the diverse menu variety and reliable, accessible atmosphere, finding it a consistent choice for a relaxed, casual meal.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data does not specify current operating hours, though the restaurant maintains an active website for its Monterey location.
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