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Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana

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Certificate of Excellence2016 - 2017, 2019 Winner
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ANTIPASTI
7
Zuppa del Giorno
Soup of the day
7
Bruschetta Caprese
Grilled bread, heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, basil, X-V-O-O
8
Melanzane alla Parmigiana
Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce
9
Asparaghi Proscuitto E Scarmoza Alla Griglia
Asparagus wrapped in proscuitto, provolone & grilled
11
Carpaccio di Manzo
Thinly sliced filet mignon, artichoke hearts, capers, lemon, dijon
12
Manilla Clams & Carlsbad Mussels
In Bianco white wine, garlic, Calabrese chili, X-V-O-O
14
Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp
Lightly dusted calamari, rock shrimp, vegetables
16
Gamberi Fra Diavolo
Wild jumbo gulf prawns, spicy tomato sauce
INSALATA
Add Grilled Chicken $7, Shrimp or Ahi Tuna $9
7
Italiana
Butter lettuce, mixed greens, gorgonzola, balsamic vinaigrette
8
Caesar
Romaine hearts, croutons, anchovy dressing
8
Americano
Iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, egg, applewood bacon, red onion, red wine vinaigrette, blue cheese
8
Della Citta
Arugula, poached pears, candied walnuts, roasted beets, gorgonzola, pear vinaigrette
9
Roasted Golden & Red Beets
Goat cheese, strawberry vinaigrette, walnuts
9
Giuseppe
Butter lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, garbanzos, parmigiana dressing
12
Caprese
Local vine ripe tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil, red onion, avocado
14
Chopped Salad
Roasted chicken, grilled shrimp, avocado, beets, tomato, bacon, mixed greens, blue cheese dressing
17
Tonno Al Modo Mio
Seared Ahi tuna, peppercorn crust, arugula, tomato, cucumber, red onion salad
FLATBREAD / SANDWICHES
14
Flatbread Primavera
Buffalo mozzarella, avocado, carrots, tomatoes, eggplant, basil
14
Flatbread alla Grecca
Grilled chicken, avocado, kalamata olives, tomatoes, roasted peppers, feta cheese
14
Flatbread con Pollo e Pesto
Grilled chicken breast, smoked mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, baby greens
14
Italian Beef Steak Sandwich
House cooked roast beef, onions, peppers, mascarpone, provolone
WOOD OVEN FIRED PIZZA
13
Neapolitan
Anchovies, olives, capers, mozzarella, chili flakes
13
Gorgonzola
Caramelized onions, mozzarella, gorgonzola (no tomato sauce)
13
Razor & Baby Manilla Clams
Calabrese chilis, cherry tomatoes, pecorino (no tomato sauce)
13
Margherita
San Marzano plum sauce, mozzarella, basil, X-V-O-O
13
Smoked Mozzarella
Prosciutto cotto "Italian ham"
13
Diavolo
Spicy peppers, artisan pepperoni, olives
14
Tonno
Italian olive oil cured tuna, capers, black olives, arugula
14
Salsiccia
House made sausage, caramelized onions, mushrooms
14
Vincenzo
Roasted peppers, prosciutto, mushrooms, caramelized onions
14
California
Grilled chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, avocado, mozzarella (no tomato sauce)
PASTA
11
Capellini alla Checca
Angel hair pasta, tomatoes, X-V-O-O, garlic, sweet basil
12
Bucatini con Polpette della Nonna
Bucatini, hand-rolled meatballs (grandmother's way)
13
Tortellini Giuseppe
Pancetta, mushrooms, red onion, tomato, peas, pink sauce
13
Rigatoni San Luca
Sun-dried tomato, roasted chicken, tomatoes, garlic, basil, capers
13
Lasagna "Bolognese" Style
Baked lasagna. Egg pasta sheets, meat ragu, cheese, béchamel
13
Ravioli di Zucca
Butternut squash filled pasta, sage, parmigiana cream sauce
13
Gnocchi Amatriciana
Tomatoes, chili flakes, red onion, pancetta, X-V-O-O, sheep's milk cheese, potato gnocchi
14
Orecchiette e Braciole
"Little ears pasta," slow braised flank steak, garlic, herbs, romano, tomato ragu
16
Linguine Vongole
Manilla clams, garlic, white wine, lemon, herbs
17
Linguine ai Frutti di Mare
Shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, fish, garlic, tomato sauce
SECONDI
12
Melanzane alla Parmigiana
Baked eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
14
Pollo con Crema e Basilico
Range chicken breast, basil cream sauce, tortelloni
14
Pollo alla Parmigiana
baked chicken breast, grana parmigiano crust, mozzarella, tomato sauce, tagliatelle
16
Scaloppine di Vitello con Pomodori Fresco
Sautéed thinly pounded veal, lemon, X-V-O-O, tomatoes, avocado
16
Morro Bay Sand Dabs "alla Picatta"
fresh local sand dabs, lemon, capers, white wine, saffron risotto
16
Vitello alla Parmigiana
baked veal cutlets, mozzarella, tomato sauce, rigatoni
About
Giuseppe’s Cucina Italiana was founded in 1988 by Giuseppe DiFronzo as a senior project upon graduation from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Joe, “Giuseppe”, is a son of Italian immigrants who along with the majority of their family emigrated from Bari, Puglia. Puglia is the heel of the boot region of Italy, otherwise known as the California of Italy. Joe grew up in Southern California where he learned his craft working for his four uncles who all owned Italian delicatessens and bakeries. After fishing in Alaska on a crab boat upon graduation from Cal Poly, Joe returned to Pismo Beach and started his first 8-table restaurant in the old Landmark Hotel in Pismo. Three years later he moved to the historic
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Dinner, Lunch, After-hours
CUISINES
Italian, Pizza
FEATURES
Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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People were great, Place fills up fast so get there when it first opens. Food was great and being Italian I am very picky with my Italian food. Tried several appetizers. Would return again when in the area. They were gracious and served my request...More

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Do not miss this restaurant, plenty of cheaper restaurants, like fast food and fried stuff on beach area. Just a few blocks up this little gem. It was very busy for a Monday night, but the amazing , charming Taylor said have a drink in...More

Date of visit: October 2019
Thank monakane
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Drove into Pismo to pick up our keys for our condo. it was late and we were hungry. Did not have time to research out where to go and just walked into Giuseppe's. Talk about luck. This place is awesome. Food was fantastic. Service was...More

Date of visit: September 2019
Thank DeckEck
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Our family had not been to Giuseppes for several years so we were eager to try it after reading the reviews. Our party had the lamb, veal Parmesan and Mamas meatballs. The couple that had the lamb said it was cooked nicely in that it...More

Date of visit: September 2019
Thank Auctionone
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Best pizza I've had in a long time. Fresh tasty and all natural. Had a nice salad too. Staff was supper friendly. Definitely an instant favorite

Date of visit: September 2019
Thank Bob P
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The place was packed and a good reason for it. The food was the best ever you won’t be disappointed. The staff was great and the whole atmosphere made for a great evening. If you are on the coast you must give it a try....More

Date of visit: August 2019
Thank CCC2222
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The restaurant was warm and inviting....much like the staff. Very nicely decorated and had a cosy feel. Food was excellent, really tasty and well presented.

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
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Date of visit: August 2019
Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We always felt that Joe served up the best Italian food in the area but when the restaurant burned to the ground we wondered if it would return to what we expected and were glad to find that it did.

Date of visit: June 2019
Thank Ralph B
Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Gieuseppies in Pismo and SLO have been a local favorite for many years. The food is always fresh, interesting,and beautifully presented. Traditional Italian fare is also available and delicious. Much of the food is made according to his Italian family recipes. A stone hearth produces...More

Date of visit: June 2019
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