Menu

Limoncello Ristorante in San Juan Capistrano offers a variety of Italian dishes in a chic and cozy setting. The menu includes appetizers like Polpette & Scamorza, entrees like Lasagna and Linguini Positano, and salads like Strawberry & Beets. Customers raved about the homemade pasta, generous portions, and attentive service. The ambiance is perfect for a romantic dinner or a casual gathering. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and offers outdoor seating with heaters. Reviewers praised the authentic flavors and the passion the owners have for their craft. Overall, Limoncello Ristorante is a must-visit for those craving authentic Italian cuisine.

APPETIZERS

APPETIZERS

POLPETTE & SCAMORZA

Homemade Meatballs, Scamorza Cheese, Basil, Tomato Sauce, Pane

$20.50

EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA

Lightly Fried Eggplant, Layered In Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmigiano Cheese, Fresh Basil, Pane

$22.00

BURRATA PROSCIUTTO

Burrata Cheese, Heirloom Tomatoes, Prosciutto San Daniele, Castelvetrano Olives, Pane, Balsamic Reduction

$24.00

CAPRESE

Heirloom Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil, Olives, Capers, EVOO, Balsamic Vinegar

$20.00

POLIPO CON PATATE

Grilled "SPANISH" Octopus, Potatoes, Arugula, Heart of Celery, Shaved Red Onions, Lemon Vinaigrette

$27.50

CALAMARI

Calamari, Shishito Pepper, Zucchini, Arugula, Spicy Mayo

$22.00

BEEF CARPACCIO

Thinly Sliced Raw Wagyu Beef, Arugula, Lemon Olive Oil, Cappers, Shaved Parmigiano, Burrata Cheese *consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of food-borne illenes

$23.00

PANE

Sourdough Bread, Home-made Pesto Vinaigrette Dipping Sauce

$5.00

STRAWBERRY & BEETS

Roasted golden beets, goat cheese spread, arugula, strawberry, toasted almond, amarena cherry sauce

$17.00

PERA Salad

Organic Mix Greens, Roasted Pear, Grapes, Sweet Gorgonzola, Pomegranate Dressing, Walnuts

$16.50

CESARE

Romaine Lettuce, Croutons, Parmigiano, Tomatoes, Homemade Caesar Dressing

$15.50

PUMMARO'

Heirlooms Tomatoes, Oregano, Basil, Shave Red Onions, Cucumber, Red Wine Vinaigrette

$15.50

ZUPPA

Homemade Fresh Lentil Soup

$12.00

SALADS & SOUP

SALADS & SOUP

PASTE FRESCHE

PASTE FRESCHE

LASAGNA

Bolognese Sauce, Bechamel, Marinara Sauce, Parmigiano, Basil, Mozzarella

$24.00

SOFIA LOREN

Paccheri Pasta (Large Tube) , Shrimp, Grape Tomatoes, Bell Pepper, Creamy Lobster Brandy Sauce

$26.00

LINGUINI POSITANO

Squid Ink Linguini Pasta, Clams, Shrimp, Scallops, Calamari, Citrus White Wine Tomatoes Sauce

$32.00

SPAGHETTI CHITARRA

Spaghetti Chitarra Pasta, Tomatoes Sauce & Fresh Basil

$19.00

RIGATONI PESTO

Tube Pasta (Rigatoni), Homemade Pesto, Tomatoes, Fresh Burrata Cheese, Parmigiano

$24.00

FETTUCCINE BOLOGNESE

Bolognese Sauce, Shaved Parmigiano, Ribbon Pasta

$24.00

ALFREDO MY WAY

Fettuccine Pasta, Creamy Parmigiano Cheese Sauce, Fresh Black Pepper

$20.00

PAPPARDELLE SALSICCIA

Large Ribbon Pasta, Sausage, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Red Wine Tomato Sauce

$25.00

SPAGHETTI VONGOLE

Spaghetti Pasta, Clams, Shrimp, Grapes Tomatoes, White Wine Citrus Sauce

$26.00

TAGLIOLINI LIMONCELLO

Limoncello Ribbon Pasta, Shrimp, Clams, Grape Tomatoes, White Wine Citrus Sauce, Arugula

$27.00

RIGATONI POLLO

Tube Pasta (Rigatoni) , Chicken, Italian Bacon, Bechamel, Mushrooms, Marsala Thyme Sauce

$24.00

RAVIOLI ZUCCA

Butternut Squash Ravioli, Almonds, Parmigiano Cheese, Tomato & Brown Butter Sage Sauce

$22.00

RAVIOLI VEAL OSSOBUCO

Italian Bacon, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Parmigiano Truffle Butter

$27.00

RAVIOLI CAPRI

Creamy Lobster Brandy Cream Sauce, Lobster-Shrimp-Scallops Stuffed Ravioli, Grape Tomatoes, Shrimp, Zucchini

$27.00

RAVIOLI

RAVIOLI

GNOCCHI - RISOTTI

GNOCCHI - RISOTTI

GNOCCHI CAFONE

Italian Sausage, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Creamy Parmigiano Black Truffle Sauce

$26.00

GNOCCHI SORRENTINA

Parmigiano, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Tomato Sauce

$22.00

GNOCCHI BOLOGNESE

Potatoes Dumpling, Homemade Bolognese Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Shaved Parmigiano

$24.00

RISOTTO DI BUE

Beef Tenderloin, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Parmigiano Truffle Butter, Fried Rosemary

$30.00

RISOTTO PESCATORA

Risotto with Shrimp, Scallops, Clams, Calamari in a White Wine Tomatoes

$31.00

SHORT RIBS

Neapolitan Style Slowly Braised Short Ribs in a Red Wine Tomatoes Sauce, Large Ribbon Pasta (Pappardelle) with Truffle Butter, Parmigiano Cheese, Fresh Black Pepper

$38.00

POLLO LIMONCELLO

Chicken Scaloppine, Limoncello Capper Sauce, Fresh Basil, Roasted Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetable

$31.00

POLLO PARMIGIANA

Baked Breaded Chicken, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil, Spaghetti Aglio Olio

$31.00

GAMBERONI

Wild Shrimp, Lobster Capper Sauce with Brandy and Paprika, Spaghetti Aglio Olio

$38.00

SALMONE

Grilled Scottish Salmon, Fresh Herbs, Arugula, Heirloom Tomatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette, Ribbon Pasta (Tagliolini) with a Lemon Cappers Sauce

$33.00

BRANZINO

Mediterranean Sea Bass, Seasonal Vegetable, Roasted Potatoes, Lemon Parsley Cappers Sauce

$41.00

MAIN COURSES

MAIN COURSES

SIDE DISHES

SIDE DISHES

TRUFFLE PARMIGIANO FRIES

$10.50

FRENCH FRIES

$6.50

SEASONAL VEGETABLES

Sauted Mix Seasonal Vegetables

$8.50

ROSEMARY POTATOES

Roasted rosemary potatoes

$7.00

SIDE MEATBALLS

side of 2 homemade meatballs

$8.00

SIDE SPAGHETTI AGLIO OLIO

Fresh made spaghetti pasta, tossed in garlic and olive oil

$11.00

DELIZIA AL LIMONCELLO

Biscotti Layered, Limoncello Zabaione Cream, Strawberries

$12.00

NUTELLA MIA

Italian Nutella Cheesecake with Oreo Cookies Layers

$12.00

TIRAMISU'

Ladyfinger Soak In Espresso al Cioccolato, Mascarpone Cheese, Sprinkled with Cocoa

$11.00

BOMBA SPUMONE

$11.00

GELATO CHOCOLATO

Italian Chocolate Gelato Serve With Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce

$8.00

GELATO VANILLA

Italian Vanilla Gelato Serve With Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce

$8.00

GELATO PISTACCHIO

Italian Pistachio Gelato Serve With Whipped Cream& Chocolate Sauce

$8.00

SORBETTO LEMON

Lemon Sorbetto Served with Strawberries & Mint

$8.00

SORBETTO STRAWBERRY

Strawberry Sorbet, Fresh Strawberry & Mint

$8.00

DESSERTS

DESSERTS