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
POLPETTE & SCAMORZA
Homemade Meatballs, Scamorza Cheese, Basil, Tomato Sauce, Pane
EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA
Lightly Fried Eggplant, Layered In Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmigiano Cheese, Fresh Basil, Pane
BURRATA PROSCIUTTO
Burrata Cheese, Heirloom Tomatoes, Prosciutto San Daniele, Castelvetrano Olives, Pane, Balsamic Reduction
CAPRESE
Heirloom Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil, Olives, Capers, EVOO, Balsamic Vinegar
POLIPO CON PATATE
Grilled "SPANISH" Octopus, Potatoes, Arugula, Heart of Celery, Shaved Red Onions, Lemon Vinaigrette
CALAMARI
Calamari, Shishito Pepper, Zucchini, Arugula, Spicy Mayo
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
PANE
Sourdough Bread, Home-made Pesto Vinaigrette Dipping Sauce
STRAWBERRY & BEETS
Roasted golden beets, goat cheese spread, arugula, strawberry, toasted almond, amarena cherry sauce
PERA Salad
Organic Mix Greens, Roasted Pear, Grapes, Sweet Gorgonzola, Pomegranate Dressing, Walnuts
CESARE
Romaine Lettuce, Croutons, Parmigiano, Tomatoes, Homemade Caesar Dressing
PUMMARO'
Heirlooms Tomatoes, Oregano, Basil, Shave Red Onions, Cucumber, Red Wine Vinaigrette
ZUPPA
Homemade Fresh Lentil Soup
SALADS & SOUP
PASTE FRESCHE
LASAGNA
Bolognese Sauce, Bechamel, Marinara Sauce, Parmigiano, Basil, Mozzarella
SOFIA LOREN
Paccheri Pasta (Large Tube) , Shrimp, Grape Tomatoes, Bell Pepper, Creamy Lobster Brandy Sauce
LINGUINI POSITANO
Squid Ink Linguini Pasta, Clams, Shrimp, Scallops, Calamari, Citrus White Wine Tomatoes Sauce
SPAGHETTI CHITARRA
Spaghetti Chitarra Pasta, Tomatoes Sauce & Fresh Basil
RIGATONI PESTO
Tube Pasta (Rigatoni), Homemade Pesto, Tomatoes, Fresh Burrata Cheese, Parmigiano
FETTUCCINE BOLOGNESE
Bolognese Sauce, Shaved Parmigiano, Ribbon Pasta
ALFREDO MY WAY
Fettuccine Pasta, Creamy Parmigiano Cheese Sauce, Fresh Black Pepper
PAPPARDELLE SALSICCIA
Large Ribbon Pasta, Sausage, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Red Wine Tomato Sauce
SPAGHETTI VONGOLE
Spaghetti Pasta, Clams, Shrimp, Grapes Tomatoes, White Wine Citrus Sauce
TAGLIOLINI LIMONCELLO
Limoncello Ribbon Pasta, Shrimp, Clams, Grape Tomatoes, White Wine Citrus Sauce, Arugula
RIGATONI POLLO
Tube Pasta (Rigatoni) , Chicken, Italian Bacon, Bechamel, Mushrooms, Marsala Thyme Sauce
RAVIOLI ZUCCA
Butternut Squash Ravioli, Almonds, Parmigiano Cheese, Tomato & Brown Butter Sage Sauce
RAVIOLI VEAL OSSOBUCO
Italian Bacon, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Parmigiano Truffle Butter
RAVIOLI CAPRI
Creamy Lobster Brandy Cream Sauce, Lobster-Shrimp-Scallops Stuffed Ravioli, Grape Tomatoes, Shrimp, Zucchini
RAVIOLI
GNOCCHI - RISOTTI
GNOCCHI CAFONE
Italian Sausage, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Creamy Parmigiano Black Truffle Sauce
GNOCCHI SORRENTINA
Parmigiano, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Tomato Sauce
GNOCCHI BOLOGNESE
Potatoes Dumpling, Homemade Bolognese Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Shaved Parmigiano
RISOTTO DI BUE
Beef Tenderloin, Porcini & Cremini Mushroom, Parmigiano Truffle Butter, Fried Rosemary
RISOTTO PESCATORA
Risotto with Shrimp, Scallops, Clams, Calamari in a White Wine Tomatoes
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
POLLO LIMONCELLO
Chicken Scaloppine, Limoncello Capper Sauce, Fresh Basil, Roasted Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetable
POLLO PARMIGIANA
Baked Breaded Chicken, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil, Spaghetti Aglio Olio
GAMBERONI
Wild Shrimp, Lobster Capper Sauce with Brandy and Paprika, Spaghetti Aglio Olio
SALMONE
Grilled Scottish Salmon, Fresh Herbs, Arugula, Heirloom Tomatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette, Ribbon Pasta (Tagliolini) with a Lemon Cappers Sauce
BRANZINO
Mediterranean Sea Bass, Seasonal Vegetable, Roasted Potatoes, Lemon Parsley Cappers Sauce
MAIN COURSES
SIDE DISHES
TRUFFLE PARMIGIANO FRIES
FRENCH FRIES
SEASONAL VEGETABLES
Sauted Mix Seasonal Vegetables
ROSEMARY POTATOES
Roasted rosemary potatoes
SIDE MEATBALLS
side of 2 homemade meatballs
SIDE SPAGHETTI AGLIO OLIO
Fresh made spaghetti pasta, tossed in garlic and olive oil
DELIZIA AL LIMONCELLO
Biscotti Layered, Limoncello Zabaione Cream, Strawberries
NUTELLA MIA
Italian Nutella Cheesecake with Oreo Cookies Layers
TIRAMISU'
Ladyfinger Soak In Espresso al Cioccolato, Mascarpone Cheese, Sprinkled with Cocoa
BOMBA SPUMONE
GELATO CHOCOLATO
Italian Chocolate Gelato Serve With Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce
GELATO VANILLA
Italian Vanilla Gelato Serve With Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce
GELATO PISTACCHIO
Italian Pistachio Gelato Serve With Whipped Cream& Chocolate Sauce
SORBETTO LEMON
Lemon Sorbetto Served with Strawberries & Mint
SORBETTO STRAWBERRY
Strawberry Sorbet, Fresh Strawberry & Mint
DESSERTS