Spasso – Italian
Spasso hums with a sophisticated energy, inviting guests into a warm, social space where the earthy aroma of truffle bruschetta and the savory sizzle of skirt steak satay fill the air. The kitchen masterfully balances texture and taste, offering everything from the delicate snap of pancetta-wrapped prawns to the creamy indulgence of fresh burrata, all designed for sharing amidst lively conversation. It is a refined yet spirited destination where every plate serves as a vibrant centerpiece for a memorable evening of communal dining.
769, Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA, 94070 +16505925886 https://spassosc.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, mediterranean, plant-based, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, atkins, gerd, low-cholesterol, tlc, alkaline, aip, zone, volumetrics, renal, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Mushroom Truffle Bruschetta - $16: Wild mushroom, parmigiana, light cream & truffle oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta - $14: Fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil and Grana cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Rib Spring Rolls - $16: Hand rolled stuffed with roasted prime rib, caramelized onion, provolone cheese, with creamy horseradish and sriracha ketchup. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Skirt Steak Satay - $18: With sautéed spinach and onion rings. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Carpaccio - $20: Thinly sliced filet mignon, topped with capers, red onions, arugula, Parmigiano-Reggiano and whole grain mustard Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $20: Fried green beans and artichokes served with chipotle aioli and lemon caper aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Prawns Wrapped With Pancetta - $17: Arugula, tomato, capers and white beans with lemon basil oil and garlic white wine sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes - $22: Served over mix greens and sesame soy aioli. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clams and Mussels - $20: With garlic, white wine and tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata - $16: Sun dried tomatoes, roasted garlic, basil & balsamic. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Mista Salad - $12: Mixed greens, sweet red onions, cherry tomato, blue cheese, candied walnuts with balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $14: Romaine hearts, garlic croutons, classic Caesar dressing topped with shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arugula Pear Salad - $14: Red wine poached pear, jicama, toasted pecans, blue cheese and white balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Napa Cabbage Salad - $15: Crispy pepper bacon, mushrooms, blue cheese, warm red wine vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef's Daily Soup (Cup) - $5 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef's Daily Soup (Bowl) - $8 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastas
- Black Pepper Fettuccini - $30: Fresh homemade pasta, sautéed rock shrimp, bay scallops, sundried tomatoes and light roasted garlic cream sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Linguini - $32: Pan seared prawns, scallops, mussels, rock shrimp, manila clams, fresh seasonal fish, and spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saffron Pappardelle - $28: Prawns, tomatoes, arugula, shrimp bisque sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Cannelloni - $30: Prawns, tomatoes, arugula, shrimp bisque sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Gnocchi - $24: Homemade potato dumplings with homemade pesto cream sauce and fresh tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Bolognese - $24: Prepared with traditional meat sauce with spaghetti pasta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Grilled Lamb Tenderloin - $42: Served with balsamic reduction, spaghetti pasta and marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Breast with Pancetta - $32: Stuffed with mushrooms, spinach, mozzarella cheese, served over garlic mashed potato vegetables and Marsala wine reduction. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan - $28: Served with Spaghetti marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walnut Crusted Pork Chop - $34: Roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed spinach, and dry cherry port wine reduction. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Piccata - $36: Garlic mash potatoes, sautéed spinach, capers and garlic white wine sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Teriyaki Skirt Steak - $46: With garlic mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables topped with onion rings. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $48: Garlic Mashed potatoes, broccoli rabe, and gorgonzola compound butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon - $32: Yukon gold potato hash, sautéed spinach and topped with lemon caper aioli. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Classic Italian Tiramisu - $12: Homemade, lady finger cookies soaked in brandy & espresso with mascarpone cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $13: Served with Vanilla Bean Gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- New York Cheesecake - $10: Drizzled with caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Bread Pudding - $13: Homemade, maple Brandy Sauce with crème anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Grand Marnier Orange Creme Brulee - $12: Homemade, rich custard base topped with a hard caramel layer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Caffe Americano - $3.5
- Espresso - $3.5
- Cappuccino - $4
- Pomegranate Martini - $13: Grey Goose Vodka, Pomegranate juice, sweet-sour & sugar rim.
- Classic Aperol Spritz - $13: Prosecco, Aperol, Splash of Soda water, orange wedge.
- Trumer Draft - $8: Pilsner, California Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
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