The Godfather – Italian
Stepping into this spirited Italian enclave feels like entering a scene from a classic film, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of slow-simmered Bolognese and golden, crispy calamari. Tables are adorned with overflowing platters of artisanal salumi and vibrant antipasti, inviting guests to linger over tender beef carpaccio and zesty seafood medleys that celebrate the bold, rustic flavors of the Mediterranean.
7878, Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92111 +18585601747 https://www.godfatherrestaurant.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, low-fat, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, carnivore, raw-food, low-fodmap, aip, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
- Tagliere di Salumi - $26: Chef Isidoro’s signature Charcuterie Board of the day Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Godfather Bruschetta - $12: Grilled Italian bread, olive oil, garlic, fresh tomato, basil, served with Stracciatella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Meatballs or Sausage in Bolognese - $12: Choice of meatballs or sausage in Bolognese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Carpaccio di Manzo - $21: Thinly sliced raw filet mignon, Dijon aioli, shaved Parmigiano, micro greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, Lectin-Free
- Sapore di Mare alla Marinara - $24: Mussels and Clams Sauteed in a spicy Marinara Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Cocktail di Gamberetti - $22: Large chilled shrimp served with Aurora Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- Calamari Fritti - $21: Served with Spicy arrabiata sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic - $19: Brussels sprouts sautéed with Soy chorizo, balsamic demi glaze, shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Cuori di Carciofi - $18: Seasoned artichoke hearts baked in lemon, garlic, capers & Parmigiano Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Antipasto Italiano - $19: Burrata, Heirloom tomato, Parma ham, and arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
- Lasagne al Forno - $28: Traditional family recipe lasagna Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ravioli alla Barese - $32: Homemade Italian Sausage ravioli, rapini, cream tomato vodka sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Gnocchi della Casa - $28: Homemade potato dumplings with fresh burrata, choice of tomato basil or pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Linguini Frutti di Mare - $39: Lobster, shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari & fish sautéed in wine, garlic, and marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Fettuccine Bolognese - $26: Balistreri family recipe meat sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $28: Layered with mushrooms, ricotta & mozzarella in marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $26: Spaghetti with Pecorino, egg yolk and Pancetta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Rigatoni alla Romana - $26: Rossini sauce, pancetta, and peas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tortellacci di Brasato - $28: Braised short rib tortellacci in a creamy wild mushroom sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Vegetarian Ravioli - $26: Gluten-free ravioli stuffed with vegetables and cheese in Gorgonzola sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Veal Piccata - $36: Sautéed in white wine, lemon & butter with mushrooms & capers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Marsala - $29: Sautéed with Sicilian Marsala & mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sea Bass - $38: Gently battered and sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Filet Mignon - $58: 8 oz. Premium filet Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Aragosta Diavolo: Lobster tail sauteed in vino Rosso and spicy Marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Basil Lime Martini - $16: Ketel One Vodka, Fresh Basil, Lime
- Peroni - $8: Italian Beer
- House White Wine Glass - $11: Selection of house white wine
- Espresso Martini - $16: Absolut Vanilla, Kahlua, Baileys, Espresso