Operacaffe Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Operacaffe, a charming Italian eatery nestled in the heart of San Diego, just steps away from the Balboa Theatre. This women-owned establishment offers a diverse menu that caters to a variety of dietary preferences, including pescatarian and vegan options. The culinary experience begins with exquisite antipasti, such as the delightful Bruschetta Toscana and the savory Calamari Fritti, setting the stage for the main event. Their artisanal pizzas and handcrafted pasta dishes, like the Ravioli Fattore with its sumptuous spicy vodka sauce, transport guests straight to Italy.
The ambiance is casual yet romantic, perfect for dinner with friends or a cozy date night. With an array of desserts, including the famed Tiramisu, Operacaffe leaves diners eager to return. This restaurant seamlessly combines flavor, service, and atmosphere, creating a memorable dining experience in the city.
Antipasti
Bruschetta Toscana*
italian toast topped with chopped tomato, fresh basil, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil
Calamari Fritti*
La Piramide
polenta, ham, porcini mushrooms, gorgonzola sauce
Gli Arancini*
deep fried rice balls stuffed with mozzarella cheese
I Coccoli*
fried pizza dough, stracchino and mascarpone cheese, prosciutto di parma
Brodetto Vongole
manila clams, garlic, white wine, parsley in a spicy white or red fish broth
Carpaccio Di Tonno
ahi tuna, endive, arugula, radish, citrus dressing
Carpaccio Di Manzo
raw beef sirloin, lemon, arugula, shavings of parmigiano reggiano
Tagliere Toscano (Serves 2)
selection of cured meats and cheese
Pizza Margherita
tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil
Pizza Opera
arugula, mozzarella, mascarpone, prosciutto di parma
Capricciosa
champignon mushrooms, black olives, artichokes, ham, mozzarella and tomato sauce
Hawaiiana
tomato sauce, mozzarella, pineapple, smoked ham
Vegetariana
tomato sauce, mozzarella, all seasonal grilled vegetables
Pepperoni
tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni
Pesto E Gamberi
mozzarella, shrimp, pesto sauce
Pizza
Insalate
La Pera Pazza
pear, watercress, gorgonzola, walnuts, lemon, honey dressing
Patrizia
mixed greens, arugula, heart of palm, mozzarella, avocado, shaved parmigiano reggiano
La Cesare
romaine lettuce, croutons, caesar dressing
Operacaffe
shrimps, mango, grilled red and yellow bell peppers, watercress, avocado, citrus dressing
La Mista
mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers
Caprese
fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil
Ahi Tuna Salad
ahi tuna, mixed greens, tomatoes, and caper berries in a citrus dressing
Di Mare
seafood assortment, arugula, mixed greens, tomatoes, cannellini beans, lemon and extra virgin olive oil
Oca Giuliva
mixed greens, arugula, duck prosciutto, walnuts, orange, sweet gorgonzola
Insalata Di Salmone
grilled salmon fillet filled with mixed greens, endive and tomatoes
Funghi E Funghetti
champignon mushrooms, garlic, parsley, arugula, and balsamic vinaigrette
Spinach Salad
fresh spinach, sauteed mushrooms, goat cheese, walnuts, and balsamic dressing
Penne Carrettiera
tomatoes, garlic, italian chili pepper
Penne Speperina
spicy sausage, mascarpone, mint
Farfalle Campagnola
chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, broccoli, light cream sauce
Spaghetti Pomodoro
fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil
Fettucine Al Pesto
pine nuts, basil, garlic, extra virgin olive oil
Ravioli Boscaiola*
homemade ravioli stuffed with porcini mushrooms, sage, pine nuts and a creamy butter sauce
Ravioli Del Fattore*
homemade ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach in a mild spicy vodka sauce and porcini mushroom
Fettuccine Alfredo
Penne Alla Bolognese
bolognese style sauce
Fettuccine Primavera
grilled seasonal vegetables wih olive oil, garlic, chili pepper
Ravioli Porcini E Crema Di Tartufo*
homemade ravioli stuffed with porcini mushrooms in a creamy wild mushrooms and truffle sauce
Pasta
Seafood Pasta
Linguine Alle Vongole Veraci
manila clams, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, parsley, white wine, chili pepper
Spaghetti Di Mare
seafood assortment in white wine with a touch of fresh tomatoes and chili pepper
Penne Portofino
freshwater jumbo shrimp, in shells flambéed with vodka, in a mild spicy pink sauce
Farfalline Salmone E Vodka
smoked salmon, shallots, vodka in a light creamy sauce
Penne Alla Kika
shrimp, manila clams and white wine in a light creamy sauce
Ravioli Aragosta*
homemade ravioli stuffed with ricotta cheese and spinach in a light pink sauce with artichokes and lobster meat
Tortelli Di Granchio*
homemade jumbo tortelloni, stuffed with alaskan king crab and shrimp in a buttery thyme, rosemary, sage and shallots sauce with a touch of cream
Risotto Pescatora
seafood variety in white wine sauce or tomato sauce
Ossobuchi Di Cinghiale
wild boar shanks, served with fettuccine alfredo or saffron risotto
Scaloppina Ai Porcini
veal scaloppina, garlic and white wine in a porcini mushroom sauce
Saltimbocca Alla Romana
veal medallions topped with mozzarella cheese, sage and prosciutto in a white wine sauce
Pollo Limone
chicken breast in a creamy lemon sauce
Pollo Parmigiana*
breaded chicken breast, tomato sauce and melted mozzarella
Salmone Al Rosmarino
salmon fillet, shallots, white wine and rosemary
La Tagliata
filet mignon, arugula, polenta, tomatoes, gorgonzola sauce
Filetto Al Chianti
beef tenderloin flambéed in a delicious chianti and balsamic vinegar sauce
Filetto Al Pepe Verde
filet mignon with peppercorn, cognac, tabasco in a light cream sauce
Vitella Alla Parmigiana*
breaded veal scaloppine with tomato and mozzarella cheese served with spaghetti