Asti Ristorante Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Asti Ristorante, a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego. This cozy Italian restaurant offers a captivating blend of classic and contemporary cuisine, enveloped in an atmosphere reminiscent of old-world elegance.

The menu is a testament to culinary mastery, featuring rich pastas like the velvety Pappardelle Vodka with succulent shrimp and Dungeness crab, and the exquisite Rigatoni Rugantino that evokes the essence of Italy. Seafood lovers will be enchanted by the mixed grilled seafood linguine and the renowned crab cakes, both praised for their freshness and flavor. Not to be missed, the calamari shines, crisp and lightly battered, paired with a zingy marinara.

Every bite feels like a love letter to Italian gastronomy, underlined by stellar service that enhances the dining experience. A visit to Asti promises not merely a meal, but a delightful journey through the heart of Italy.

Soups

Minestrone D’Asti

Traditional Italian mixed vegetable soup. Vegetarian

US$6.00

Pasta E Fagioli

Tuscan style white bean soup with pasta.

US$7.00

Minestrone

Traditional Italian mixed vegetable soup.

US$8.50

Scaloppine Piccata

Veal cutlets sauteed in a lemon caper sauce.

US$22.00

Scaloppine Alla Parmigiana

Veal cutlets baked in marinara sauce topped with fresh mozzarella and served with seasonal vegetables. Parmesan cheese.

US$22.00

Veal

Sides

Meatballs

2 meatballs with marinara sauce

US$8.00

Asparagus With Parmesan

US$9.95

Side Of Grilled Shrimp

5 Pieces of grilled shrimp

US$8.00

Baby Carrots & Green Beans

US$7.95

Fresh Hand Cut Fries With Truffle Oil

US$10.95

Side Of Grilled Chicken

US$5.00

Sauteed Spinach With Butter And Garlic

US$8.95

Side Of Grilled Salmon

US$7.00

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

US$8.95

Roasted Potato With Rosemary

US$6.95

Pollo Al Marsala

Organic chicken breast cutlets braised with wild mushrooms in a homemade marsala wine sauce.

US$24.00

Pollo Alla Parmigiana

Organic chicken breast cutlets topped with fresh mozzarella and marinara sauce.

US$24.00

Pollo

Desserts

Cannoli Siciliani

US$9.00

Red Velvet

US$9.00

White & Dark Chocolate Profiteroles

US$10.00

Limoncello Cake

US$9.00

Pistachio Cheese Cake

US$9.00

Mela Dorata

US$10.00

Tiramisu

US$9.00

Walnuts, Raisins & Caramel Sauce

US$9.00

Homemade Puff Pastry Filled With Apples

US$9.00

Gluten-Free Berry Cheese Cake

US$10.00

Bistecca Alla Pizzaiola (Ribeye)

14 oz. ribeye steak topped with marinara sauce, olives, and capers.

US$42.00

Tagliata Di Bue Al Balsamico

Grilled sliced filet mignon on a bed of organic baby arugula, chopped tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan cheese in a balsamic reduction sauce.

US$22.00

Filetto Al Gorgonzola

6 oz. filet mignon in a gorgonzola cream.

US$32.00

Meats

Salads

Insalata Di Cesare

Romaine lettuce hearts, croutons, and shaved Parmesan cheese tossed in our famous traditional Caesar dressing.

US$10.95

Insalata D' Asti

Organic mixed greens, goat cheese, caramelized walnuts, sundried tomatoes in balsamic dressing.

US$10.95

Insalata Bella Elena

Organic mixed greens and sliced d’anjou pears topped with toasted walnuts and Gorgonzola cheese in a ginger lemon dressing.

US$11.95

Insalata Della Casa

Organic mixed greens with carrots, fennel, leeks, and tomatoes in a raspberry red wine vinaigrette.

US$10.95

Insalata Di Spinaci

Organic baby spinach with sliced mushrooms and crispy parma prosciutto in balsamic dressing.

US$10.95

Insalata D’Asti

Organic mixed greens, goat cheese, caramelized walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes in balsamic dressing.

US$10.00

Salmone Marechiaro

Grilled red Wild King Salmon topped with capers and shallots in a brandy worcestershire sauce and served with seasonal vegetables.

US$29.95

Cioppino

Mediterranean seafood stew with shrimp, scallops, mussels, Manila clams, swordfish, Ahi tuna, and salmon in a vegetable broth with a hint of marinara sauce.

US$36.95

Gamberoni E Capesante

Jumbo shrimp and scallops grilled and topped with lemon juice and fresh herbs.

US$28.95

Seafood & Fish

Pastas

Cavatelle Michelangelo

Hand made ricotta cheese dumplings with diced chicken and sun-dried tomato in a pink brandy sauce.

US$22.00

Penne Al Salmone E Vodka

Penne with leeks, asparagus diced salmon, in a pink vodka sauce.

US$22.00

Rigatoni Rugantino

Rigatoni sauteed with green onions and mushrooms in a marinara sauce topped with sliced filet mignon.

US$23.00

Ravioli Della Mamma

Vegetarian. Ricotta cheese and spinach ravioli with marinara sauce.

US$16.00

Linguine Alle Vongole

Linguini pasta with garlic, manila clams, crushed chili, in a white wine sauce.

US$22.00

Lasagne Alla Bolognese

Authentic northern Italian lasagna with meat ragout and bechamel sauce.

US$17.00

Carbonara Con Pancetta

Spaghetti with Italian bacon, eggs and Parmesan.

US$18.00

Spaghetti D’Asti

Homemade meatballs in marinara sauce.

US$18.00

Fettuccine Di Mare

Fettuccine with shrimp, sea scallops, mussels, clams, fresh fish of the day in a red sauce.

US$29.00

Gnocchetti Al Gorgonzola

Vegetarian. Potato dumplings sauteed in a gorgonzola cream sauce.

US$19.00

Pappardelle Gamberetti E Vodka

Large ribbon pasta with shrimp and dungeness crab meat in a pink vodka sauce.

US$24.00

Salmone Mare Chiaro

Grilled red wild king salmon topped with capers and shallots in a brandy worcestershire sauce and served with seasonal vegetables.

US$22.00

Cioppino

Mediterranean seafood stew with shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, fresh fi sh in a vegetable broth with a hint of marinara sauce.

US$26.00

Tilapia Ai Frutti Di Bosco

Grilled tilapia filet, mixed berries, olive oil.

US$20.00

Fish & Seafood

Chicken

Pollo Al Marsala

Organic chicken breast braised with wild mushrooms in a home-made marsala wine sauce.

US$28.95

Pollo Alla Parmigiana

Organic chicken breasts topped with fresh mozzarella and marinara sauce.

US$28.95

GF Spaghetti Con Carciofi

Gluten-free and vegan. Fresh gluten and egg free carrot spaghetti with sauteed artichoke hearts.

US$26.95

GF Spaghetti Primavera

Gluten-free and vegan. Fresh gluten and egg free spaghetti with sauteed julienne vegetables, garlic and micro arugula.

US$26.95

Penne Salmone E Vodka

Penne with leeks, asparagus diced salmon, in a pink vodka sauce.

US$26.95

Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

Spaghetti with Italian bacon, eggs and parmesan.

US$23.95

Risotto Alla Pescatora

Canaroli rice with shrimp, scallops, mussels, Manila clams, swordfish, Ahi tuna and salmon in a red sauce.

US$30.95

Ravioli Della Mamma

Vegetarian. Ricotta cheese and spinach ravioli with marinara sauce.

US$20.95

Rigatoni Rugantino

Rigatoni sauteed with green onions and mushrooms in a marinara sauce topped with sliced filet mignon.

US$27.95

Linguine Alle Vongole

Linguini pasta with garlic, manila clams, crushed chili, in a white wine sauce.

US$26.95

Cavatelle Michelangelo

Hand made ricotta cheese dumplings with diced chicken and sun-dried tomato in a pink brandy sauce.

US$26.95

Lasagna Alla Bolognese

Authentic Northern Italian lasagna with meat ragout and bechamel sauce.

US$21.95

Tagliatella Alla Bolognese Con Funghi

Fresh fettuccini pasta with meat ragoutand wild mixed mushrooms.

US$26.95

Gnocchetti Al Gorgonzola

Vegetarian. Potato dumplings sauteed in a Gorgonzola cream sauce.

US$23.95

GF Spaghetti Cipolline Verdi E Noci

Gluten-free and vegan. Fresh gluten and egg free fettuccini with walnuts, green onions and chili flakes.

US$28.95

Pappardelle Alla Vodka E Gamberi

Large ribbon pasta with jumbo shrimp and dungeness crab meat in a pink vodka sauce.

US$28.95

Pasta

Pizzas

Americana

Mozzarella, tomato sauce, and pepperoni and sausage.

US$13.00

Margherita

Mozzarella, fresh tomato, basil.

US$12.00

Vegetariana

Mozzarella, spinach, mushrooms, black olives, broccoli, artichoke hearts.

US$13.00

Tortino Di Granchio

Dungeness crab cakes served over baby arugula.

US$14.00

Carpaccio Di Manzo

Thinly sliced raw filet mignon topped with capers and shaved Parmesan cheese, served on a bed of micro arugula.

US$14.00

Zuppa Di Cozze E Vongole

Sauteed black mussels and manila clams with garlic, white wine, and fresh chopped tomatoes.

US$12.00

Caprese

Fresh mozzarella cheese served with heirloom tomatoes and basil.

US$13.00

Carpaccio Di Pesce

Swordfish, ahi tuna, and wild salmon with lemon dressing, capers, and shaved Parmesan cheese.

US$15.00

Fritto Misto Con Calamari

Fried crispy calamari, zucchini and carrots served with spicy marinara red sauce.

US$11.00

Antipasto Misto

Eggplant, zucchine, crostini, green, and black olives, roasted bell peppers, mushrooms, artichoke.

US$10.00

Bruschetta D’Asti

Bruschetta with chooped tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.

US$8.00

Misto Di Salumi E Formaggi

Combination of Italian cold cuts and gourmet cheeses and marinated vegetables.

US$19.95

Melanzane Alla Mediterranea

Rolled grilled eggplant filled with mozzarella, marinara sauce, and basil.

US$16.95

Zuppa Cozze E Vongole

Sauteed black mussels and Manila clams with garlic, white wine, and fresh chopped tomatoes.

US$18.95

Carpaccio Di Manzo All'albese

Thinly sliced raw filet mignon topped with capers and shaved Parmesan cheese, served on a bed of micro arugula.

US$18.95

Starters

Paninis

Panino Contadino

Organic chicken breast, mayonnaise, arugula roasted bell peppers, cherry tomatoes.

US$13.00

Panino Con Polpette

Ciabatta bread with homemade meatballs, mozzarella cheese in marinara sauce.

US$12.00

Panino Salmone

Fresh salmon, avocado, fresh herbs, homemade Italian cocktail sauce.

US$15.00

Panino Milanese

Black forest ham, salami, provolone cheese mortadella, lettuce, tomatoes, Italian dressing.

US$12.00

Panino Astigiano

Fresh mozzarella, parma prosciutto, tomatoes fresh basil, truffle oil.

US$13.00

Bistecca Delmonico (Ribeye)

15 oz. Prime boneless ribeye steak served with asparagus and garlic mashed potato.

US$41.95

Tagliata Di Manzo All'aceto Balsamico

Grilled sliced filet mignon on a bed of organic baby arugula, chopped tomatoes and shaved parmesan cheese in a balsamic reduction sauce.

US$34.95

Filetto Al Pepe Tricolore

8 oz. Filet mignon in a tricolor peppercorn sauce served with sauteed spinach.

US$42.95

Steaks