Strings Italian Cafe Modesto – Italian
This neighborhood gem hums with the warmth of a classic Italian kitchen, where the inviting aroma of sautéed garlic and toasted bruschetta sets the stage for a convivial meal. Diners gather over overflowing platters of golden-crisp calamari and savory stuffed mushrooms, creating a tapestry of flavors that celebrates the joy of shared appetizers and casual, heartfelt dining.
Oakdale Road https://stringscafemodesto.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, mediterranean, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, low-fat, sugar-free, whole30, heart-healthy, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, carnivore, tlc, detox, aip, volumetrics, alkaline, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, pegan
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the succulent dishes and satisfying portions, noting that the flavorful menu consistently delivers a memorable experience. Celebrated for its intimate setting, the venue is praised for its warm and knowledgeable service that makes every guest feel welcome. Reviewers highlight the attentive staff and cozy atmosphere as standout features that complement the high-quality food.
Menu
Appetizers
- Shrimp Scampi Appetizer - $10.99: Garlic, lemon juice, butter, and white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Lectin-Free
- Artichoke Dip - $12.99: Artichoke, spinach, and pepperoni baked with cream and Italian cheese, served with Parmesan toast Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Steamed Mussels - $10.99: Zesty seafood broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Stuffed Mushrooms - $10.99: Marinated mushrooms stuffed with Italian cheese and pesto, topped with marinara and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Fried Ravioli - $11.99: Breaded ravioli stuffed with Jack cheese, served with a spicy pink sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Beer Battered Zucchini - $11.99: Italian seasoned bread crumbs, served with ranch or marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Calamari Rings - $11.99: Served with cocktail sauce and lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bruschetta - $13.99: Garlic toast, melted gorgonzola crumbles, fresh diced tomato, garlic, basil, and balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Mini Meatballs - $10.99: Marinara or spicy pink sauce, served with garlic toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mozzarella Sticks - $11.99: Breaded mozzarella served with marinara and ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Salads and Soups
- Minestrone Soup Cup - $8.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Seafood Bisque Cup - $8.99 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- House Cafe Salad - $13.99: House-made creamy Italian dressing, sunflower seeds, raisins, onions, tomato, and croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $17.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Salmon Caesar Salad - $21.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Fusilli Salad - $16.99: Chicken, tomatoes, and cucumber in creamy garlic cucumber dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Soup and Salad Combo - $16.99: Choice of minestrone or seafood bisque with house or Caesar salad Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Main Courses
- Penne De La Casa - $19.99: Olive oil, garlic, mushrooms, bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, red chili flakes, gorgonzola and parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Pasta Mediterranean - $21.99: Sausage and shrimp in spicy tomato basil sauce with a hint of curry over spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Cheese Stuffed Shells - $19.99: Jumbo shells stuffed with Italian cheeses, half marinara and half alfredo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Artichoke Ravioli - $19.99: Half Marinara and half Alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spinach & Cheese Ravioli - $19.99: Served with choice of sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pan Fried Ravioli - $20.99: Meat ravioli breaded with Italian crumbs, spicy tomato cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fettucine Milano - $20.49: Artichoke hearts, mushrooms, green onions, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, creamy Marsala wine sauce, gorgonzola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pasta Siena - $22.49: Shrimp and chicken sautéed in virgin olive oil, pesto, garlic, and red chili flakes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Sugar-Free
- Lasagna Pastry - $20.99: Meat lasagna baked inside an onion-garlic pastry shell, meat and Alfredo sauces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tortellini Alla Panna - $19.99: Meat tortellini, cream, garlic, mushrooms, Italian cheeses, smoked ham, and Marsala wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmesan - $19.99: Served with a side of fettuccine alfredo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Meat and Cheese Lasagna - $20.99: Baked with Italian cheese, served with fettuccine Alfredo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fettucine Alfredo - $16.99: Classic creamy alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Meat Ravioli - $19.99: Hearty meat sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spaghetti - $16.99: Choice of meat sauce, marinara, or pomodoro Dietary tags: Nut-Free
Seafood
- Fisherman Stew - $28.99: White fish, shrimp, scallops, and mussels in zesty cioppino sauce, garlic toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Salmon Nicolette - $25.99: Salmon fillet, baby dill cream sauce, capers, angel hair marinara, seasonal veggies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Salmon Pescatora - $25.99: Grilled salmon, seafood vodka sauce, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Salmon Balsamic - $25.99: Salmon fillet, Marsala wine, pesto, balsamic reduction, mashed potatoes, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Mayo-Clinic
- Salmon & Shells - $23.99: Creamy alfredo, diced salmon, green peas, small pasta shells, baby dill, lemon juice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Seafood Alfredo - $23.99: Fettuccine with shrimp and scallops in creamy Alfredo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Frutti di Mare - $23.99: Spaghetti in spicy red seafood sauce with mussels, shrimp, and scallops Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Scampi Main - $23.99: Shrimp in garlic, white wine, lemon, butter, spaghetti marinara, broccoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Scampi Tossed Pasta - $23.99: Angel hair pasta, shrimp, broccoli, scampi sauce, green onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Basa Al Forno - $23.99: Mild white fish, breaded and baked, garlic, white wine, lemon juice sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Calamari & Shrimp - $24.99: Calamari steak breaded and sautéed with garlic, white wine, capers, and lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Beef, Chicken & Pork
- Braised Beef Short Ribs - $26.99: Boneless ribs, marinara and Marsala demi-glaze, onions, mushrooms, mashed potatoes, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spicy Beef Short Rib and Sausage - $26.99: Spicy Pomodoro sauce, peppers, onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins
- Pork Balsamic - $23.99: Roasted pork medallions, rosemary, Marsala wine, pesto, balsamic reduction, mashed potatoes, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Pork Gorgonzola - $23.99: Roasted pork medallions, creamy Gorgonzola peppercorn sauce, mashed potatoes, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Peach & Apricot Glazed Pork Tenderloin - $23.99: Apple cider brined pork, spiced peach apricot glaze, mashed potatoes, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Florentine - $23.79: Chicken breast, creamy Marsala sauce, spinach, pepperoni, mashed potatoes, broccoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Picatta - $23.79: Chicken breast, white wine, lemon, capers, spaghetti marinara, broccoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Parmesan - $23.79: Breaded chicken, marinara, mozzarella, parmesan, pasta alfredo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Lombardy - $23.79: Pan seared chicken, artichoke hearts, onions, mushrooms, creamy marsala wine sauce, spaghetti, broccoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Marsala - $23.79: Creamy Marsala wine sauce, mushrooms, white onions, mashed potatoes, broccoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Pizzas and Calzones
- Margherita Pizza - $18.99: Fresh mozzarella, Roma tomato, and fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Italian Combo Pizza - $20.49: Sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, tomatoes, onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pepperoni Pizza - $18.49: House-made pizza sauce, pepperoni, and Italian cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $18.99: Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, buffalo chicken, celery, and gorgonzola Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Alfredo Pizza - $18.99: Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, diced chicken, and parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- BBQ Chicken Pizza - $18.99: BBQ chicken, red onion, mushrooms, and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veggie Delight Pizza - $18.99: Garlic sauce, zucchini, mushrooms, bell peppers, tomato, onion, broccoli, mozzarella & parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Spinach Pepperoni Pizza - $18.99: Alfredo sauce and Italian cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Meat Lover's Calzone - $18.99: Sausage, pepperoni, meatballs, Italian cheese, peppers, and onions, served with marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Milano Calzone - $18.99: Alfredo sauce, chicken, broccoli, mushrooms, and Italian cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Side Chicken - $7.49 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Side Meatballs - $6.49 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Side Sausage - $6.49 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Side Shrimp - $8.49 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Side Scallops - $9.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Side Salmon - $13.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mashed Potatoes - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Side Fries - $5.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Mixed Sauteed Veggies - $5.49 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Broccoli Side - $3.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Italian Soda - $3.99: Various flavors
- Italian Mineral Water - $3.49
- Coffee and Hot Tea - $3
- The Usual Iced Coffee - $5.99: Cream and whip
- Hot Chocolate - $3
- Soda and Ice Tea - $3.75
- Milk - $3.49
- Apple Juice - $3.49