Trattoria I Trulli Menu

Welcome to Trattoria I Trulli, an Italian gem nestled in Encinitas, California. With its inviting atmosphere and dedicated service, it sets the perfect backdrop for memorable dining experiences. The restaurant’s menu is a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine, featuring a variety of delightful pastas like the Ravioli Classici and Lasagne Classica. Seafood enthusiasts will enjoy the Cioppino alla Pugliese, bursting with fresh catches and rich tomato broth.

For meat lovers, selections like Vitello Piccata and Tournados al Barolo impress with their robust flavors. The outdoor seating area, adorned with twinkling lights, provides a charming space for gatherings, whether it's a family dinner or a romantic date night. With its blend of culinary excellence and warm hospitality, Trattoria I Trulli is a must-visit destination for all Italian food lovers.

Antipasti

Bruschetta

Pesto, marinated tomatoes

$2.00

Carpaccio di Bue

Filet mignon, arugula, shaved parmesan, EVOO & lemon

$11.00

Carpaccio di Salmone

Smoked salmon, arugula, capers, red onion & EVOO

$12.00

Melanzana Sorrentina

Fried eggplant, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese

$10.00

Calamari Adriatico

Calamari simmered in tomato sauce with spinach

$9.00

Prosciutto e Frutta di Stagione

Fresh fruit of the season & prosciutto

$9.00

Fritto Misto

Fried calamari & zucchini, marinara dipping sauce

$10.00

Antipasto Mediterraneo

Italian meats, cheeses, caprese, fried artichoke hearts, marinated olives & bruschetta

$8.00

Burrata Bellina

Fresh virgin mozzarella, sautéed spinach & oven roasted tomatoes

$14.00

Caprese Estate

Fresh beef steak tomatoes, mozzarella, basil & EVOO

$10.00

Portobello Parmigiano

Fried Portobello mushroom, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese

$12.00

House Minestrone with pesto

$7.00

Zuppa Del Giorno

$7.00

Della casa

Fresh organic greens & house dressing

$7.00

Novella

Organic greens, gorgonzola, walnuts, grilled chicken & raspberry vinaigrette

$12.00

Tricolori

Arugula, radicchio & endive, house dressing & goat cheese

$8.00

Romana

Romaine, parmesan-rosemary croutons & shaved parmesan

$8.00

Insalata di Pesce

Grilled salmon on a bed of cool romaine tossed in our house Caesar dressing with rosemary crouton, shaved parmesan & lemon wedge

$14.00

D'Anatra

Organic baby spinach, duck breast, goat cheese, pine nuts & warmed house dressing

$12.00

Insalata Portobello

Portobello mushroom stuffed with pine nuts, goat cheese, sun dried tomato & golden raisins, tri colori salad, house dressing

$13.00

Insalate e Zuppe

Pasta

Ravioli Classici

Ricotta cheese & spinach, creamy tomato sauce

$16.00

Ravioli Mezze Lune all' Aragosta

Lobster tail meat, saffron sauce, chopped tomatoes

$18.00

Lasagne Classica

Beef or chicken

$16.00

Capellini alla Checca

Tomatoes, basil & fresh mozzarella

$14.00

Penne Nonino

Eggplant, tomato sauce & mozzarella

$14.00

Rigatoni Pizzicoto

Spicy Italian sausage, bell peppers & spicy tomato sauce

$16.00

Fettuccine Primavera

Seasonal vegetables, cream or tomato sauce

$14.00

Linguine fra Diavolo

Shrimp & spicy tomato sauce

$18.00

Linguine Mediterraneo

Carlsbad clams & mussels & shrimp in a white wine or tomato sauce

$19.00

Paglia e Fiegno al Pesto

Fettuccine, pine nuts, string beans, potatoes & pesto sauce

$15.00

Linguine Carbonara

Parmesan cream, crispy pancetta, sunny side egg

$17.00

Scampi Serenata

White wine, garlic, pink peppercorns, sautéed spinach

$21.00

Salmone Tirreno

Brandy mustard sauce, artichokes & mushrooms

$23.00

Pesce del Giorno

Fresh catch in a pistachio crust, pan roasted, lemon white wine sauce

$24.00

Cioppino alla Pugliese

Catch of the day, clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari & tomato broth

$22.00

Grigliata Mista

Fresh catch, salmon & shrimp, lemon-thyme samariglio, sautéed spinach

$26.00

Pesce

Carne

Vitello Piccata o Marsala

Veal medallions, lemon, butter & capers or Marsala & mushrooms

$21.00

Tournados al Barolo

Filet mignon, red wine reduction

$23.00

Pollo101

Chicken breast, imported cheeses, spinach & asparagus, wild mushroom sauce

$17.00

Pollo Reginella

Chicken breast, tomato sauce, eggplant & fresh mozzarella

$17.00

Pollo Capriccioso

Chicken breast, arugula, chopped tomatoes, lemon & EVOO

$17.00

Vanilla Bean Crme Brulee

$7.00

Cannoli

$7.00

Torta Della Nonna

$7.00

Tartufo

$7.00

Chocolate Mousse Cake

$7.00

House Tiramisu

$7.00

Dolce