Asti Ristorante

728 Fifth Ave, San Diego
(619) 232-8844

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Mixed Grilled Seafood Linguini 'Fradiavola'
Lobster Ravioli with Saffron Cream Sauce
Gnocchetti Al Gorgonzola Vegetarian
Lamb Chops Alla Rosemarino
Fritto Misto Con Calamari
Pappardelle Alla Vodka
Lasagna Alla Bolognese
Spaghetti Carbonara
Lobster Fettuccine
Gnocchi Gorgonzola

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Most Popular
Pollo Ripieno Alla Fiorentina
Broiled Chicken breast stuffed with mozzarella, ricotta and fresh spinach, rolled in prosciutto. Served over garlic mash potato and topped with creamy mushroom sauce.
Mozzarella di Burrata con Prosciutto
Heirloom tomatoes, Italian basil, and Burrata mozzarella cheese topped with Parma Prosciutto and a touch of EVOO, salt and pepper.

Antipasti/Appetizers
Grand Tagliere Di Salumi E Formaggi
Imported Italian meat and cheese board served with an assortment of Italian olives, fig jam, and mixed nuts.
Gamberoni Torinese
Large shrimp wrapped in provolone cheese and pancetta served over a garlic and herb cream sauce.
Insalata Di Polpo
Fresh Octopus served with celery, cherry tomatoes, cappers, Italian parsley with a citrus dressing.

Pastas
Crab Linguine
Linguini pasta with jumbo lump crab meat, garlic, and diced tomatoes in our homemade marinara sauce.
Mixed Grilled Seafood Linguini 'Fradiavola'
An assortment of fresh seafood, grilled and served over a bed of linguini pasta with clams and mussels in a slightly spicy marinara sauce.
Lobster Fettuccine
Maine Lobster Tail, scallops, and shrimp grilled to perfection, tossed with fettuccini pasta in a home-made Sicilian creamy pesto sauce made with pistachio nuts.
Lobster Ravioli
Homemade lobster ravioli in a saffron creamy sauce.

Entrees
Pollo Ripieno Alla Fiorentina
Broiled Chicken breast stuffed with mozzarella, ricotta and fresh spinach, rolled in prosciutto. Served over garlic mash potato and topped with creamy mushroom sauce.
Costolette Brasate
Braised short ribs served with garlic mashed potato and broccolini.
Osso Buco Alla Milanese
Veal shank braised with chopped vegetables in a red wine sauce and served over saffron risotto.
Lamb Chops Alla Rosemarino
New Zealand lamb chops grilled to perfection and served in a fresh brown rosemary sauce.
Seabass All'Acqua Mare
Chilean Seabees grilled and finished with chopped tomatoes, green onions, capers, and lemon in white wine sauce. Served with garlic mashed potato and seasonal vegetables.
Veal Chop Giardino
Grilled and topped with porcini mushrooms and truffle oil in a brandy beef stalk reduction.
Pesce Spada Salmoriglio
Grilled local fresh swordfish steak with garlic, parsley, lemon and EVOO. Served with garlic mashed potato and sautéed spinach.
Omaha Tomahawk Ribeye Steak
30oz. Prime bone-in ribeye grilled to perfection topped with sage infused butter.
Surf & Turf
7oz. Cold Water Lobster tail and 8oz. Filet Mignon served with side of porcini mushroom sauce.
Bone-in Filet Mignon Al Gorgonzola
14oz. Bone-in Filet Mignon tossed with creamy Gorgonzola sauce served with asparagus and roasted potatoes.

Starters
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella cheese layered with sliced heirloom tomatoes and basil.
Fritto Misto Con Calamari
Fried calamari and vegetables served with spicy marinara.
Bruschetta Di Asti
Toasted bread topped with chopped tomatoes, basil, and feta cheese.
Melanzane Alla Mediterranea
Rolled grilled eggplant filled with mozzarella and olives, marinara sauce and basil.
Tortino Di Granchio
Dungeness crab cakes served over baby arugula.
Misto di Salumi e Formaggi
Combination of Italian cold cuts, gourmet cheeses, and marinated vegetables.
Zuppa Di Cozze E Vongole
Sautéed black mussels and Manila clams with garlic, white wine, and fresh chopped tomatoes.

Pasta
Spaghetti D' Asti
Homemade meatballs in a homemade marinara sauce.
Cavatelle Michelangelo
Handmade semolina and ricotta cheese dumplings, sun dried tomatoes, chicken, homemade light brandy marinara sauce, and touch of cream.
Pappardelle alla Vodka
Large ribbon pasta, shrimp, crab meat, and homemade pink vodka sauce.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti with Italian bacon, eggs, and Parmesan.
Capellini Freschi (Vegetarian)
Angel hair pasta with chopped tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil.
Gnocchetti al Gorgonzola (Vegetarian)
Potato dumplings and homemade gorgonzola cream sauce.
Ravioli Della Mamma (Vegetarian)
Ricotta cheese, spinach ravioli, and homemade light marinara sauce.
Spaghetti Primavera (Gluten Free/ Vegan)
Fresh gluten and egg free spaghetti with sautéed julienne vegetables, garlic and micro arugula.
Tagliatelle Bolognese e Funghi
Fresh fettuccini pasta with meat ragout and wild mixed mushrooms.
Spaghetti Con Carciofi (GlutenFree/Vegan)
Fresh gluten and egg free Spaghetti with sautéed artichoke hearts.
Penne al Salmone e Asparagi
Penne pasta with fresh salmon, leeks, and asparagus in a pink vodka sauce.
Spaghetti Con Cipolline (GlutenFree/Vegan)
Fresh gluten and egg free spaghetti with walnuts, green onions, and chili flakes.
Linguine alle Vongole
Manila clams, garlic olive oil, crushed chili, and home made marinara sauce.
Risotto alla Pescatora
Carnaroli rice, shrimp, shellfish, fresh fish, and homemade marinara sauce.

Steaks
Tagliata Di Bue al Balsamico
Filet mignon medallions grilled in a balsamic reduction, shaved parmesan cheese, chopped tomatoes, and micro arugula.
Filetto Al Pepe Tricolore
8oz. Filet mignon in a tricolor peppercorn sauce served with sautéed spinach.
Bistecca Delmonico
14 oz. Prime boneless ribeye steak served with asparagus and garlic mashed potato.

Pollo
Petto Di Pollo Parmigiana
Organic chicken breast, mozzarella, and homemade marinara sauce.
Pollo Marsala
Organic chicken breast braised with wild mushroom in a homemade marsala wine sauce and beef stock reduction.

Veal
Scaloppina Piccata
Braised veal tenderloin, mushrooms, capers, and lemon juice.
Scaloppine alla Parmigiana
Veal tenderloin, mozzarella cheese, and homemade marinara sauce.

Fish and Seafood
Gamberoni E Capesante
Grilled black tiger shrimp and scallops, topped with lemon juice and fresh herbs.
Salmone Mare Chiaro
Fresh salmon grilled with capers, shallots, brandy, herbs, and topped with Worcestershire sauce.
Cioppino
Mediterranean seafood stew with shrimp, fresh fish, mussels, clams, and vegetable broth with a hint of homemade marinara sauce.

Salads
Insalata Alla Cesare
Hearts of romaine, homemade croutons, parmesan cheese, tossed with a traditional Caesar dressing.
Insalata D'Asti
Mixed greens with goat cheese, sun dried tomatoes, pine nuts, sliced apple, and mushrooms in a light ginger lemon dressing.
Insalata Bella Elena
Mixed greens with slice d`Anjou pears, toasted walnuts, gorgonzola cheese, tossed in a ginger lemon dressing.
Spinaci
Organic baby spinach with sliced mushrooms and crispy Parma prosciutto in balsamic dressing.
Insalata Della Casa
Mixed greens with carrots, fennel leeks and tomatoes tossed in a red wine vinaigrette.

Soups
Pasta e Fagioli
Tuscan white bean soup with pasta.
Minestrone D`Asti
Traditional Italian mixed vegetable soup.

Sides

Broccoli Saltati
Sauteed broccoli with garlic.
Truffle Fries
Freshly hand cut fries drizzled in truffle oil
Carote & Fagiolini
Sautéed baby carrots and green beans
Pure Di Patate All'Aglio
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes
Patate Arrosto
Roasted rosemary potatoes.
Spinaci Saltati
Fresh spinach sauteed with garlic.
Asparagi Gratinati
Asparagus with Parmesan

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Recent Reviews

We always try to eat at Asti when we attend anything downtown. They are still doing a fantastic job. Food is amazing and service is great! Large selection with vegetarian and gluten free. Absolutely recommend for dining downtown.
September 2025
The service was amazing. The food was good. Not great, but good. The seafood for the pasta dish was all overcooked, but the overall flavor was good. And it was nice to sit outside and enjoy the very interesting characters walking by.
August 2025
Nestled in the heart of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, Asti Ristorante offers an authentic Northern Italian dining experience that transports you straight to Italy. Since 1994, this charming eatery has been delighting guests with its exquisite cuisine and warm ambiance.

The restaurant's Victorian-style brick walls, burgundy accents, and intimate candlelit tables create a cozy and romantic atmosphere, perfect for a special evening out. Whether you choose...
August 2025

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Asti Ristorante

728 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 232-8844