Monzu Fresh Pasta

455 Tenth Ave, San Diego
(619) 255-5032

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Monzu's Signature Cestino in Parmesan Crisp Bowl
Pistachio & Ricotta Italian Cheesecake
Burrata Prosciutto & Cantalupo Salad
Traditional Tagliatelle Bolognese
Signature Napolitan Scarpariello
Boscaiola Mushroom and Sausage
Burrata & Prosciutto Salad
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Fried Zucchini Blossoms
Rigatoni Alla Carbonara

Menu

Featured items
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Pappardelle noodles in a tender slow-cooked ground beef and tomato sauce, served with grated cheese.
Rigatoni Alla Carbonara
Homemade fresh rigatoni served with traditional Carbonara: egg yolk, ground pepper, pecorino cheese and crispy guanciale
Neapolitan Meatballs & Crostini
Authentic Neapolitan-style hand made beef meatballs served with homamde crostini bread, marinara sauce and parmigiano cheese.
Cacio and Pepe Ravioloni (Cacio E Pepe Ravioloni)
Ravioli filled with ricotta and cheese, served in a Roman Cacio e Pepe style.
Bruschetta Trio (3 different flavors)
Toasted bread with burrata, prosciutto and truffle oil. Toasted bread with sundried tomatoes and olives tapenade Toasted bread with fresh tomatoes and basil
Eggplant Parmigiana
Eggplant,tomato sauce, basil, mozzarella dish, baked in oven and served with toasted bread

Appetizers
Homemade Focaccia
Homemade focaccia bread
Bruschetta Trio (3 different flavors)
Toasted bread with burrata, prosciutto and truffle oil. Toasted bread with sundried tomatoes and olives tapenade Toasted bread with fresh tomatoes and basil
Eggplant Parmigiana
Eggplant,tomato sauce, basil, mozzarella dish, baked in oven and served with toasted bread
Sicilian Arancini of the day (2 pieces)
Vegetarian Sicilian saffron rice balls of the day. Panko breaded and deep fried, served with homemade marinara sauce
Truffle fries
Potato fries with truffle oil and parmesan cheese
Neapolitan Meatballs
Salsiccia Fries
Deep-fried potato fries with Italian mild sausage and melted mozzarella
Homemade Garlic Bread and Italian Olives

Salads
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, shaved Parmesan, caesar dressing, and homemade croutons.
Roman Artichoke Salad
Julienne artichoke, arugula, green olives, and shaved Parmesan.
Burrata and Prosciutto Salad
Burrata cheese, imported prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes, balsamic glaze.

Italian Style Flatbreads
Margherita
Red sauce, mozzarella, basil, and grated cheese. Made with authentic Roman style pinsa dough.
Pinsa E Fichi
Prosciutto, fig spread, burrata, argula, and balsamic glaze. Made with authentic Roman style pinsa dough.
The Veggie (Vegan)
Sundried tomato tapenade, olives, artichoke

Meats
Neapolitan Meatballs & Crostini
Authentic Neapolitan-style hand made beef meatballs served with homamde crostini bread, marinara sauce and parmigiano cheese.

Pasta
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Pappardelle noodles in a tender slow-cooked ground beef and tomato sauce, served with grated cheese.
Rigatoni Alla Carbonara
Homemade fresh rigatoni served with traditional Carbonara: egg yolk, ground pepper, pecorino cheese and crispy guanciale
Puttanesca
Homemade giant fusilli, red sauce, garlic, Castelvetrano olives and capers.
Rigatoni Cacio e Pepe
Classic Roman style Rigatoni in a cheese and black pepper sauce
Scarpariello Piccante Giant Fusilli
Neapolitan cherry tomatoes sauce, with basil, garlic, parmigiano, Calabrian chili
Ligurian Pesto Rigatoni with burrata
Fresh basil, pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil, and cheese, served with a scoop of burrata cheese
Porcini and Sausage
Homemade fettuccine with Italian mild sausage sausage, Porcini mushroom, Pecorino fondue and parm cheese.
Busiate Shrimp & Pesto Trapanese
Typical Sicilian pasta dish with almond pesto, shrimp, basil, cherry tomatoes, garlic
Pappardelle al Pomodoro and Beef Meatballs
Homemade fresh bucatini in our signature Tomato sauce, basil, cheese and beef meatballs

Ravioli
Cacio and Pepe Ravioloni (Cacio E Pepe Ravioloni)
Ravioli filled with ricotta and cheese, served in a Roman Cacio e Pepe style.
Short Ribs Ravioli
Ravioli stuffed with slow-braised beef short ribs and vegetables, served with our Bolognese sauce and cheese on top.
Pink Sauce Tortellini
Tortellini stuffed with cheese served in a pink cream sauce
Ravioli di Zucca
Ravioli filled with butternut squash and ricotta cheese, served in butter sauce and topped with fresh sage and cheese

Desserts
Tiramisu
Pistachio & Ricotta Italian Cheesecake
Cannoli

Soft Drinks
Coke
Diet Coke
San Pellegrino Flavored Sodas
Ginger Beer
Sprite
Unsweetened tea

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Recent Reviews

TL;DR: Pasta was thick and the sauce was bland. Overall, an okay experience.

I recently dined at this restaurant, hoping for a delightful pasta experience, but unfortunately, it fell short. We tried 4 different pasta’s and all of them were thick and the sauce was underwhelming, with a bland flavor. Overall, the dining experience was okay. The ambiance was nice, and the staff was friendly, but the food didn’t quite hit the mark.
November 2025
Alberto and Giuliano were great! Alberto had some great suggestions. The food was excellent. We started with focaccia, Roman artichoke salad, and mozzarella. They were all delicious. The main courses were also great. The pasta was clearly homemade, and very good. We're definitely coming back.
November 2025
This is my favorite neighborhood Italian spot. Had really great service by our waiter last evening, and the food dishes are always delicious. The amatriciana is my favorite and the pistachio cheese cake is not to be missed. They also have a good wine list that is very affordable.
November 2025

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Monzu Fresh Pasta

455 Tenth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 255-5032