The Godfather Menu
Introducing "The Godfather," a premier Italian restaurant nestled at 7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego. This culinary gem offers more than just a meal; it provides an experience that lingers in the heart. Guests rave about its extraordinary service, with attentive waitstaff who transform occasions into cherished memories—perfect for celebrations like birthdays or romantic date nights.
The menu boasts an array of traditional Italian dishes, ensuring there is something for everyone. If you're in the mood for something special, the eggplant parm and lobster bisque are standout options that have delighted diners, while entrées like the New York Steak are cooked to perfection. The atmosphere exudes warmth, accentuated by live piano music that creates an intimate dining experience, making "The Godfather" a must-visit for food lovers seeking authenticity. Don't skip the desserts; the chocolate cake is a decadent delight!
Lunch Menu - Vitello
Marsala
Sauteed with Sicilian marsala & mushrooms.
Saltimbocca
Sauteed in wine & tomato with prosciutto, mozzarella & sage.
Picatta
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with mushrooms & capers.
Fiorentina
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with capers.
Parmigiana
Seasoned & baked with mozzarella and bolognese.
Lunch Menu - Antipasti
Calamari Fritti
Served with our house made cocktail sauce.
Carciofi Alla Giudia
Pan seared artichokes with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, & basil.
Carpaccio Di Manzo
Thinly sliced raw filet mignon, dijon aioli, shaved parmigiano, microgreens.
Dinner Menu - Pesce
Sea Bass
Our classic recipe...gently battered and sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter.
Scampi Diavolo
Sauteed in spicy marinara served on a bed of linguine.
Pesce Spada Livornese
Grilled swordfish kalamata olives, fresh tomato & capers in a light wine marinara sauce.
Cioppino
Seafood medley in marinara broth.
Gamberi Alla Parmigiana
Shrimp seasoned & baked in mozzarella and marinara.
Salmone Alla Griglia
Fresh Scottish salmon seared with olive oil, lemon, capers & olives.
Dinner Menu - Antipasti
Calamari Fritti
Served with spicy arrabiata sauce.
Antipasto Italiano
Burrata, heirloom tomato, parma ham, and arugula.
Cuori Di Carciofi
Seasoned artichoke hearts baked in lemon, garlic, capers & parmigiano.
Carciofi Alla Giudia
Pan seared artichokes with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, & basil.
Tagliere Di Salumi
Chef isidoro's signature charcuterie board of the day.
Rollatini Di Melanzane
Thinly sliced eggplant, breadcrumbs, Mozzarella, Parmigiano and basil served in marinara and topped with Goat cheese.
Polpetti O Salsicce
Choice of meatballs or sausage in bolognese.
Cocktail Di Gamberetti
Large Chilled Shrimp Served with Aurora Sauce
Portabello Caprese
Portobello. fresh Mozzarella, baby Heirloom tomatoes, drizzled with a balsamic Demi glaze.
Godfather Bruschetta
Grilled Italian bread, olive oil, garlic, fresh tomato, basil, served with stracciatella cheese.
Carpaccio Di Manzo
Thinly sliced raw filet mignon, dijon aioli, shaved parmigiano, microgreens.
Dinner Menu - Pasta
Gnocchi Della Casa
Homemade potato dumplings with fresh burrata in either a tomato basil sauce, or pesto with sun-dried tomatoes.
Fettuccine Bolognese
Balistreri family recipe meat sauce.
Penne Isidoro
Italian mild sausage, bell pepper, and baby artichokes in a creamy spicy tomato sauce.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Our classic version.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti with pecorino, egg yolk and pancetta.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Layered with mushrooms, ricotta & mozzarella in marinara sauce.
Tortellacci Di Brasato
Braised short rib tortellacci in a creamy wild mushroom sauce.
Rigatoni Alla Romana
Rossini sauce, pancetta, and peas.
Linguine Frutti Di Mare
Lobster, shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari & fish sauteed in wine, garlic & mushrooms.
Ravioli Vegetariani
Vegetarian. Gluten-free ravioli stuffed with fresh garden vegetables and cheese in a light Gorgonzola sauce.
Linguine Pesto
Basil, Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, sun-dried tomato & toasted pine nuts.
Vongole Bianca
Linguine with fresh Manilla clams in white wine garlic sauce.
Penne Salmone E Vodka
Fresh Scottish salmon, leeks & vodka in a light pink tomato sauce.
Blue Crab Ravioli
Homemade crab ravioli in a light lobster cream sauce.
Lasagna Al Forno
Our family recipe.
Lunch Menu - Pollo
Fegatini Di Pollo
Chicken livers sauteed in white wine, mushrooms, and peas over linguine pasta.
Parmigiana
Seasoned & baked with mozzarella and marinara.
Saltimbocca
Sauteed in wine & tomato with prosciutto, mozzarella & sage.
Fiorentina
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with capers.
Picatta
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with mushrooms & capers.
Marsala
Sauteed with sicilian marsala & mushrooms.
Lunch Menu - Sicilian Panini
Salsicce O Polpetti
Sausage or meatballs in bolognese with bell peppers and mozzarella.
Torpedo
Imported Italian meats and cheeses, tomatoes, onions, olive oil and spices.
Milanese
Breaded and seasoned veal cutlet with arugula, red onion and tomato.
Pollo
Grilled breast of chicken, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, and provolone.
Lunch Menu - Pesce
Pesce Spada Livornese
Grilled swordfish, kalamata olives, fresh tomato & capers in a light wine marinara sauce.
Scampi Diavolo
Shrimp sauteed in spicy marinara served on a bed of linguine.
Salmone Alla Griglia
Fresh scottish salmon seared with olive oil, lemon, capers & olives.
Gamberi Alla Parmigiana
Shrimp seasoned & baked in mozzarella and marinara.
Sea Bass
Our classic recipe...gently battered and sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter.
Dinner Menu - Carni
Filet Mignon (12 Oz)
12 oz premium filet.
Filet Mignon (8 Oz)
8 oz premium filet.
New York Steak Sinatra
Seared with wine, marinara, onions, bell peppers, and garlic.
Filet Mignon Alla Godfather
12 oz godfather cut filet, butterflied with prosciutto, mozzarella, mushrooms, marinara and vino rosso.
New York Steak
13 oz seasoned and grilled.
Lunch Menu - Insalata
Blackened Salmon
Served over mixed greens with Mediterranean olives in a balsamic vinaigrette.
Grilled Calamari
Mixed greens with roasted bell pepper, olives, toy box tomatoes and capers with lemon zest vinaigrette.
Caesar
Traditional Caesar salad with your choice of chicken or shrimp.
Burrata
Fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, and arugula.
Dinner Menu - Vitello
Saltimbocca
Sauteed in wine & tomato with prosciutto, mozzarella & sage.
Marsala
Sauteed with Sicilian marsala & mushrooms.
Parmigiana
Seasoned & baked with mozzarella and bolognese.
Milanese
Pan-fried with seasoned breadcrumbs and finished with arugula.
Fiorentina
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with capers.
Picatta
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with mushrooms & capers.
Lunch Menu - Carni
Filet Mignon
8 oz premium filet, cooked to order.
Filet Alla Godfather
8 oz Godfather cut filet, butterflied with prosciutto, mozzarella, mushrooms, marinara and vino rosso.
New York Steak
12 oz seasoned and grilled.
New York Steak Sinatra
12 oz cut seared with wine, marinara, onions, bell peppers and garlic.
Lunch Menu - Pasta
Penne Salmone E Vodka
Scottish salmon, leeks & vodka in a light pink tomato sauce.
Lasagna Al Forno
Our family recipe.
Ravioli Vegetariani
Vegetarian. Gluten-free ravioli stuffed with fresh garden vegetables and cheese in a light Gorgonzola sauce.
Tortellacci Di Brasato
Braised short rib tortellacci in a creamy wild mushroom sauce.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Our classic recipe.
Penne Isidoro
Italian mild sausage, bell pepper and baby artichokes in a creamy spicy tomato sauce.
Fettuccini Bolognese
Balistreri family recipe meat sauce.
Linguine Pesto
Basil, Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes & toasted pine nuts.
Vongole Bianca
Linguine with fresh manilla clams in white wine garlic sauce.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti with pecorino, egg yolk and pancetta.
Rigatoni Alla Romana
Rossini sauce with pancetta and peas.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Layered with mushrooms, ricotta & mozzarella in marinara sauce.
Linguine Frutti Di Mare
Lobster, shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari & fish sauteed in wine, garlic & mushrooms over linguine.
Dinner Menu - Pollo
Saltimbocca
Sauteed in wine & tomato with prosciutto, mozzarella & sage.
Picatta
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with mushrooms & capers.
Fegatini Di Pollo
Chicken livers sauteed in white wine, mushrooms, and peas served over linguine.
Marsala
Sauteed with Sicilian marsala & mushrooms.
Fiorentina
Sauteed in white wine, lemon & butter with capers.
Parmigiana
Seasoned & baked with mozzarella and marinara.