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SANTA BARBARA

A Santa Barbara favorite for twenty years,

Ca'Dario's Ristorante serves authentic, gourmet Italian cuisine alongside an extensive wine list, all in a cozy, convivial atmosphere.

LUNCH MENU

Antipasti — Appetizers

ZUPPA DEL GIORNO

Fresh daily homemade soup. M.P.

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LATTUGHINE DI CAMPO

Farm lettuces and tomatoes with balsamic dressing and parmigiano cheese. 12

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INSALATA ROMANA

Romaine hearts, garlic croutons, parmigiano, Caesar dressing. 13

(Add anchovies 3)

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RUGHETTA CON PARMIGIANO

Arugula, tomatoes, red onions, shaved Parmigiano, mustard vinaigrette. 14

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BRUSCHETTA AL POMODORO

Grilled rustic bread with fresh chopped tomatoes, garlic, basil, marinated artichokes, evoo. 14

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CA’DARIO “CHOPPED SALAD”

Crispy romaine, turkey, mozzarella, ham, bacon, eggs, tomato, and blue cheese. 18

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GRIGLIATA DI VERDURE

Plate of grilled zucchini, yellow squash, Japanese eggplant, roasted peppers, goat cheese. 18

INSALATA DI POLLO ARROSTO

Baby lettuces, roasted chicken, garlic croutons, grated Parmigiano. 19

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SPINACI CON PANCETTA E UOVA

Spinach salad tossed with boiled egg, crispy bacon, Parmigiano, balsamic dressing. 18

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CARCIOFO RIPIENO

Cold steamed artichoke, stuffed with bread, artichoke hearts, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil. 18

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MOZZARELLA CAPRESE

Buffalo mozzarella, sliced organic tomatoes, oregano, basil, evoo. 17

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CARPACCIO

Thinly sliced raw beef topped with capers, shaved Parmigiano, lemon juice, evoo. 18

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ANTIPASTO DELLA CASA

Assortment of homemade marinated vegetables and cold cuts. 19

Eggs

UOVA IN CAMICIA

Poached eggs, rustic bread, 
grilled asparagus, hollandaise sauce. 16

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OMELETTE BIANCA

Egg white omelette with mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, mozzarella. 17

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FRITTATA ALLE QUATTRO STAGIONI

Egg frittata with ham, mushrooms,
roasted peppers, asparagus. 18

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STRAPAZZATE AL SALMONE

Scrambled eggs with smoked and dill, served with potatoes. 19

Panini — Sandwiches

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All sandwiches are made with our artisanal bread. 
Served with house salad.

TOAST ITALIANO

Grilled white bread with cooked ham & cheese. 16

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CROSTONE VEGETARIANO

Grilled bread with eggplant, peppers, goat cheese, olive pâté. 18

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FILONCINO CON POLLO

Grilled bread with chicken, artichoke pâté, tomatoes, fontina cheese.  19

PAGNOTTA CON TONNO

Rustic bread with preserved tuna, artichoke, olive tapenade, red onions.  20

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PANINO CON BISTECCHINA

Sliced thin steak with caramelized onions and fontina cheese. 22

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PANINO DEL GIORNO

Ask for today's specials M.P.

Primi — First Course


Organic gluten-free pasta, add 5.

Any sauce from our menu

RIGATONI AL POMODORO

Short tube pasta with savory tomato sauce and basil. 22

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CAPELLINI ORGANICI

Angel hair with chopped organic tomatoes, roasted garlic, and basil. 23

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PENNETTE ALL’ARRABBIATA

Quill-shaped pasta with shaved garlic, parsley, chili flakes, tomato sauce. 24

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FUSILLI ALL’AMATRICIANA

Curly pasta with bacon, caramelized onions, spicy tomato sauce, pecorino cheese. 25

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FARFALLE AL SALMONE E PISELLI

Bow-tie pasta, smoked salmon, peas, light tomato cream sauce. 26

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PENNE ALLA BOSCAIOLA

Quill-shaped pasta with porcini mushrooms, bacon, and light tomato cream sauce. 25

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FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

Egg noodles with creamy Parmesan sauce. 24

(Add chicken 5)

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RAVIOLI AL BURRO E SALVIA

Pasta pillows filled with spinach and ricotta, brown butter, sage sauce, and dash of tomato sauce. 23

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PAPPARDELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE

Flat ribbon pasta with traditional meat ragout sauce. 27

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RISOTTO DEL GIORNO

Daily arborio rice. Please ask for today’s selection. M.P.

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PASTA DEL GIORNO

Daily pasta. Please ask for today’s selection. M.P.

Secondi — Second Course

LUGANO CON PEPERONATA

Grilled thin sausages with stewed peppers and grilled polenta. 32

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POLLO ALLA MILANESE

Breaded chicken breast topped with arugula, chopped tomatoes, and shaved Parmigiano. 34

 

BISTECCA CON FUNGHI PORCINI

Sliced flat iron steak with porcini mushroom sauce. Served with roasted potatoes, roasted beets, and sautéed spinach, no substitutions. 36

AGNELLO "SCOTTADITO"

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary and e.v.o.o, served with roasted potatoes, roasted beets, and sautéed spinach. No substitutions 38

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SPECIALITÀ DALLA ROSTICCERIA

Daily special from our rotisserie.  Served with roasted potatoes, roasted beets, and sautéed spinach, no substitutions. M.P.

 

PESCE FRESCO DEL GIORNO

Fresh fish of the day. Please ask for today's selections. Served with roasted potatoes, roasted beets, and sautéed spinach, no substitutions. M.P.

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