Nicolosi's Santee Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Nicolosi's Santee, a haven for Italian cuisine enthusiasts located at 9420 Cuyamaca St, Santee, CA. This charming eatery combines delightful flavors with a relaxed atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for family gatherings or casual dates.
The menu boasts an array of enticing options, beginning with appetizers like the Buffalo Wings and Caprese Salad, which are crowd-pleasers. The signature 6 Cheese Pizza oozes flavor, while the Lemon Chicken Pasta offers a zesty, creamy delight that will leave you craving more. For those who love customization, the Craft Your Own Pizza allows you to build a perfect pie tailored to your taste.
Pair your meal with organic salads or the homemade Lasagna and finish with a decadent dessert like the Cannoli Trio. With a commitment to fresh ingredients and exceptional service, Nicolosi's is a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic Italian flavors!
Appetizers
BBQ Wings 5 Pc
lightly breaded with a special barbeque sauce
BBq Wings 9pc
lightly breaded with a special barbeque sauce
Bruschetta
Our homemade bread, diced tomatoes, garlic, onion, basil, romano & olive oil
Buffalo Wings 5 Pc
lightly breaded with a special buffalo sauce
Buffalo Wings 9 Pc
lightly breaded with a special buffalo sauce
Caprese
Sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil with olive oil
Fried Calamari
lightly breaded, tossed with romano & garlic
Garlic Bread
House made bread, butter, garlic and Romano cheese
Garlic Cheese Bread
specialty House made bread, butter, garlic, romano, parsley and mozzarella
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Italian seasoned & breaded
Antipasto Salad Small
Assorted fine Italian meats, Provolone cheese, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, pepperoncini, olives, and optional anchovies.
Antipasto Salad Large
Assorted fine Italian meats, Provolone cheese, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, pepperoncini, olives, and optional anchovies.
Chef Salad Small
Chilled shredded lettuce, ham, cotto salami, provolone cheese, onions, tomatoes and pepperoncinis.
Chef Salad Large
Chilled shredded lettuce, ham, cotto salami, provolone cheese, onions, tomatoes and pepperoncinis.
Garden Salad Small
Organic seasonal greens, locally sourced tomatoes, shredded red cabbage and carrots, pepperoni, provolone cheese and pepperoncini.
Garden Salad Large
Organic seasonal greens, locally sourced tomatoes, shredded red cabbage and carrots, pepperoni, provolone cheese and pepperoncini.
Charbroiled Chicken Salad Small
Romaine lettuce, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, marinated grilled chicken breast, basil with house made balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Charbroiled Chicken Salad Large
Romaine lettuce, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, marinated grilled chicken breast, basil with house made balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Caesar Salad Small
Organic romaine, parmesan croutons, shaved Romano cheese.
Caesar Salad Large
Organic romaine, parmesan croutons, shaved Romano cheese.
Caesar Salad W Chicken Small
Organic romaine, parmesan croutons, shaved Romano cheese.
Caesar Salad W Chicken Large
Organic romaine, parmesan croutons, shaved Romano cheese.
Minestrone Soup
Italian Wedding
Salads & Soup
Craft Your Own Pizza
Medium Pizza
Build your own mouthwatering pizza with one or multiple toppings. You create your own special pizza.
Large Pizza
Build your own special pizza that starts with our incredible crust and cheese. Add as many toppings as you like to create your masterpiece.
Medium Margherita
Marinara sauce, sliced tomatoes, chopped garlic, fresh mozzarella and basil
Medium Hawaiian
Canadian bacon, pineapple and mozzarella
Medium Goat Cheese & Shrimp Pesto
Goat cheese, mozzarella, sautéed shrimp, zucchini, fresh garlic and basil in light pesto sauce
Medium BBQ Chicken
BBQ sauce, smoked gouda, mozzarella, red onion, chicken, cilantro
Medium Barb's CHX
Thin crust, olive oil, garlic, sliced tomatoes, red onion, fresh basil and gorgonzola cheese with grilled chicken
Medium Six Cheese
Provolone, Mozzarella, Asiago, Bel Paese Romano and Parmesan with garlic olive oil sauce & basil
Medium Double Deluxe
Pepperoni, salami, sausage, mushroom, onion, black olives, bell pepper (anchovies on request)
Medium Meat Lovers
All meat- pepperoni, sausage, salami, ham, Canadian bacon, meatballs and apple wood smoked bacon
Medium Sicilian Pepperoni
pepperoni on top, fresh basil, light fresh mozzarella
Medium Pagni
Pepperoni, Sweet Italian Sausage, sliced black olives on a thin crust
Medium Vegetarian
Onion, Bell Pepper, Mushrooms, Broccoli, Tomatoes with Garlic Butter Sauce Medium
Medium Chicken Pesto
Pesto Sauce, Charbroiled Chicken, Pine Nuts, and Tomatoes
Medium Sam's Special
Tomato, cheese, mushrooms, pepperoni, chicken, pineapple, and garlic typically included, inspired by common Italian flavors.
Medium Buffalo Chicken
Buffalo chicken, Red Onion, served with Ranch or Bleu Cheese
Medium Sausage Mushroom Pesto
Pesto base, Italian Sausage, Toasted Fennel, Mushrooms and Mozzarella
Medium Blanco
White Sauce, Fresh Garlic, Provolone, Romano, Gorgonzola and Mozzarella topped off with our Sicilian pepperoni
Medium Ultimate Cheese
A blend of mozzarella and gorgonzola cheeses topped with dollops of creamy ricotta and fresh basil.
Medium Specialty Pizza
Large Specialty Pizza
Large Margherita
Marinara sauce, sliced tomatoes, chopped garlic, fresh mozzarella and basil
Large Hawaiian
Canadian bacon, pineapple and mozzarella
Large Goat Cheese & Shrimp Pesto
Goat cheese, mozzarella, sautéed shrimp, zucchini, fresh garlic and basil in light pesto sauce
Large BBQ Chicken
BBQ sauce, smoked gouda, mozzarella, red onion, chicken, cilantro
Large Barb's CHX
Thin crust, olive oil, garlic, sliced tomatoes, red onion, fresh basil and gorgonzola cheese with grilled chicken
Large Six Cheese
Provolone, Mozzarella, Asiago, Bel Paese Romano and Parmesan with garlic olive oil sauce & basil
Large Double Deluxe
Pepperoni, salami, sausage, mushroom, onion, black olives, bell pepper (anchovies on request)
Large Meat Lovers
All meat- pepperoni, sausage, salami, ham, Canadian bacon, meatballs and apple wood smoked bacon
Large Sicilian Pepp
pepperoni on top, fresh basil, light fresh mozzarella
Large Pagni Thin Crust
Pepperoni, Sweet Italian Sausage, sliced black olives on a thin crust
Large Vegetarian
Onion, Bell Pepper, Mushrooms, Broccoli, Tomatoes with Garlic Butter Sauce Medium
Large Chicken Pesto
Pesto Sauce, Charbroiled Chicken, Pine Nuts, and Tomatoes
Large Sam's Special
Topped with a blend of cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, and olives, typically includes a selection of meats and seafood for a rich flavor profile.
Large Buffalo Chicken
Buffalo chicken, Red Onion, served with Ranch or Bleu Cheese
Large Sausage Mushroom Pesto
Pesto base, Italian Sausage, Toasted Fennel, Mushrooms and Mozzarella
Large Blanco
White Sauce, Fresh Garlic, Provolone, Romano, Gorgonzola and Mozzarella topped off with our Sicilian pepperoni
Large Ultimate Cheese
A blend of mozzarella, ricotta dollops, and fresh basil on a golden crust.
1/2 Angel Hair
1/2 Linguini
Linguini pasta with choice of various sauces, including Alfredo, marinara, meat, and others. Option for soup or salad, selections like minestrone or Caesar.
1/2 Penne
1/2 Rigatoni
Rigatoni with choice of sauce: Alfredo, butter garlic, marinara, meat, mushroom, Neapolitan, pesto, pink. Option for soup (minestrone, Italian wedding) or Caesar salad.
1/2 Spaghetti
Half portion of spaghetti with a choice of nine sauces including alfredo, marinara, and pesto. Option to pair with Minestrone, Italian wedding soup, Caesar salad, or no side.
Angel Hair
Angel hair pasta with choice of sauce, including Alfredo, butter, garlic, marinara, mushroom, Neapolitan, pesto, meat, and pink. Option for half sauce combinations. Served with minestrone, Italian wedding soup, Caesar salad, or none.
Linguine
Linguine pasta with choice of sauce: alfredo, butter garlic, marinara, meat, mushroom, neapolitan, pesto, pink. Option for half-and-half sauces. Comes with minestrone, Italian wedding soup, or Caesar salad.
Penne
Penne pasta with choice of sauce: Alfredo, butter garlic, marinara, meat, mushroom, Neapolitan, pesto, pink. Option to combine half portions. Served with minestrone, Italian wedding soup, Caesar salad, or none.
Rigatoni
Rigatoni pasta with choice of sauce: alfredo to pesto in half portions or full. Option for minestrone, Italian wedding soup, Caesar salad, or none.
Spaghetti
Spaghetti served with choice of sauce including alfredo, marinara, pesto, and more. Options for half-and-half sauces available. Accompanied by selection of minestrone, Italian wedding soup, or Caesar salad.
Pastas
Baked Entree's
Baked Ravioli
Our hand made ravioli stuffed with our special blend of meat or our sweet ricotta and romano cheese blend covered with marinara and mozzarella.
Baked Spaghetti
Our blend of ricotta and romano cheeses with our marinara topped with mozzarella then baked to perfection.
Chicken Parmigiana
Tender slices of fresh chicken breast dipped in our house blend of breadcrumbs and lightly fried, topped with marinara and mozzarella then baked to a golden brown. served with spaghetti.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Tender slices of fresh chicken breast dipped in our house blend of breadcrumbs and lightly fried, topped with marinara and mozzarella then baked to a golden brown. served with spaghetti.
Lasagna
Layers of our house made meatballs and sausage, ricotta, romano and mozzarella cheese in between noodles and baked to perfection
Manicotti
Pasta tubes filled with our special mix of ricotta and romano cheeses, topped with marinara and mozzarella then baked to perfection, served with steamed vegetables.
Sicilian Mac
Our unique blend of multiple cheeses, alfredo sauce and topped with mozzarella then baked to a golden brown
Lobster Mac
Our special blend of cheeses and alfredo with tender chunks of lobster in a lemon butter reduction
Cap Chicken
Angel hair tossed in virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, basil, and tomatoes with chicken.
Cappellini
Angel hair tossed in virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, basil, and tomatoes.
Cap Shrimp
Angel hair tossed in virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, basil, and tomatoes with shrimp
Chicken Marsala
Our select chicken breast sautéed in a marsala wine reduction with mushrooms, Italian Vegetables and spaghetti
Chicken Picatta
Breaded chicken breast sautéed in lemon, white wine, mushrooms, capers and garlic, served with broccoli and spaghetti.
Chck Piccatta Sicilian
Breaded chicken breast sautéed in lemon, white wine, mushrooms, capers and garlic, served with broccoli and spaghetti. or sicilian style not breaded
Gorgo
Served with choice of Minestrone, Clam Chowder, Italian Wedding soup, Caesar, or Side Salad.
Fettuccini Alfredo
Rich crème sauce with our special blend of cheeses, and garlic.
Fett Alfredo W/ Chicken
Rich crème sauce with our special blend of cheeses, fresh garlic and grilled chicken
Fett Alfredo With Shrimp
Fettuccine Alfredo paired with succulent shrimp. Includes choice of Minestrone, Clam Chowder, Italian Wedding soup, Caesar, or side salad.
Gnocchi Parmesan
Sautéed in our garlic butter reduction then topped with ricotta, romano and light mozzarella then baked
Gnocchi Tuscan
Sautéed in a pink sauce with fresh garlic, fresh basil and chopped tomatoes
Lemon Chicken Pasta
Blend of lemon chicken, artichoke hearts sautéed in a lemon crème sauce tossed with fuselli pasta and topped with Romano cheese
Linguini Red Clam
Our house made garlic butter and wine clam sauce with whole baby clams.
Linguini White Clam
Our house made garlic butter and wine clam sauce with whole baby clams
Penne Pesto Chicken
Chicken breast tossed in fresh pesto sauce with pine nuts.
Ravioli Cheese
Our homemade ravioli stuffed with our house made meatball or our sweet ricotta romano cheese blend
Ravioli Meat
Our homemade ravioli stuffed with our house made meatball or our sweet ricotta romano cheese blend
Ravioli Mixed
Our homemade ravioli stuffed with our house made meatball or our sweet ricotta romano cheese blend
House Specialties
Combo Dinners
Lasagna And Ravioli
Lasagna paired with choice of cheese, meat, or mixed ravioli. Includes option of minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding soup, or Caesar salad.
Lasagna And Spaghetti
Lasagna paired with spaghetti. Choice of minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding soup, or Caesar salad. Option to opt-out of soup/salad available.
Ravioli And Spaghetti
Ravioli filled with choice of cheese, meat, or mixed. Served with spaghetti. Includes choice of minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding soup, garden salad, or caesar.
Sampler Trio
Try all three(1/2 portion of each)
GF Baked Cheese Ravioli
GF cheese ravioli with mozzarella baked to perfection
GF Baked Penne
Baked penne, gluten-free, vegan. Choice of soup (minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding) or salad (garden, Caesar).
Char-Broiled Chicken Salad Large
Romaine lettuce, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, marinated grilled chicken breast, basil with house made balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Char-Broiled Chicken Salad Small
Romaine lettuce, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, marinated grilled chicken breast, basil with house made balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
GF Chicken Marsala
Our select chicken breast sautéed in a marsala wine reduction with mushrooms, Broccoli and spaghetti
GF Cheese Pizza
10-inch personal’’
GF Dbl Dlx
Choice of soup (minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding) or salad (garden, Caesar). Designed for gluten-free and vegan diets.
GF Pizza Pepperoni
Gluten-free vegan crust, topped with plant-based cheese and pepperoni. Choice of soup or salad: minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding, garden, or Caesar.
GF Spaghetti W/ Marinara
Gluten-free spaghetti, plant-based marinara sauce. Option of minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding soup, garden salad, or Caesar with meal.
GF Penne Pesto Chicken
Chicken breast tossed in our pesto sauce
GF Sicilian Mac
Sicilian macaroni, gluten-free and vegan, with choice of minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding soup, garden salad, or Caesar.
GF Spaghetti With Red Clam Sauce
GF Spaghetti With White Clam Sauce
Veg Chicken Parm Full
Plant based
Veg Chk Parm Half
Plant based
Vegan Antipasto Large
Tomatoes, garbanzo beans, pepperoncini, olives, and optional anchovies.
Vegan Antipasto Small
Tomatoes, garbanzo beans, pepperoncini, olives, and optional anchovies.
Vegan Chicken Side
Vegan chicken accompanied by choice of minestrone, clam chowder, Italian wedding soup, garden, or Caesar salad.
Vegan Large Barbs
Thin crust, Olive Oil, Garlic, Sliced Tomatoes, Red Onion, Fresh Basil -vegan mozzarella
Vegan Medium Barbs
Thin crust, Olive Oil, Garlic, Sliced Tomatoes, Red Onion, Fresh Basil -vegan mozzarella
Vegan Med Pepperoni Sausage
Marinara sauce, sliced tomatoes, plant based pepperoni and sausage, vegan mozzarella and basil. Medium
Vegan Large Pepperoni Sausage
Marinara sauce, sliced tomatoes, plant based pepperoni and sausage, vegan mozzarella and basil. Medium
Gluten Free- Vegan Menu
Sides
1 Meatball
A single meatball, typically mixed with breadcrumbs, minced onions, and Italian herbs, simmered in a homemade marinara sauce.
2 Meatballs
1 Sausage
Grilled Italian sausage with a smoky, savory flavor and a juicy, tender texture.
2 Sausage
Two Italian sausages, typically served in a rich homemade marinara sauce.
Chicken
Grilled chicken breast, seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs, served as a succulent side dish.
Shrimp
Juicy, succulent shrimp, masterfully seasoned and perfectly cooked.
Steamed Veggies
Freshly steamed broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers, lightly seasoned.
Side Marinara Sauce
Rich tomato marinara sauce garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Side Meat Sauce
Homemade meat sauce, typically includes ground beef simmered with Italian herbs in a rich marinara base.
Side Alfredo Sauce
A side portion of our creamy alfredo sauce made with garlic, parmesan cheese, and a hint of white wine.
Side Neapolitan Sauce
A traditional tomato-based sauce, simmered with herbs and garlic, originating from Naples, Italy.
Side Pesto Sauce
Fresh basil pesto sauce with garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese, blended to a smooth consistency.
Side Pink Sauce
A harmonious blend of tomato sauce and cream, gently seasoned, creating a smooth and rich pink sauce.
Pint Alfredo Sauce
A pint of our house-made creamy alfredo sauce, typically includes fresh cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese.
Pint Marinara Sauce
A pint of our classic marinara sauce, made with ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic.
Pint Meat Sauce
A pint of our homemade meat sauce, typically includes ground beef simmered in a rich tomato base with Italian herbs.
Bread Loaf
Side Pepperchini
Pepperoncini peppers, typically served as a tangy and mildly spicy accompaniment.
Bottle Of Dressing Original
Take home a bottle of our signature Italian dressing, crafted in-house following traditional recipes.
Side Anchoves
Anchovies served as a side, typically presented in a manner that complements the main dish, often marinated or simply prepared to highlight their natural flavors.
Bottle Of Dressing Balsamic
House-made balsamic vinaigrette typically includes balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and herbs.
Bottle Of Dressing Vinaigrette
House-made vinaigrette dressing, typically made with a blend of vinegar, oil, and herbs, available in a bottle.
Extra Ranch
House-made ranch dressing, crafted with fresh buttermilk, perfect for enhancing any dish.
Extra Dressing
Various dressings typically include Italian, ranch, blue cheese, caesar, balsamic, or thousand island.
Mike's Hot Honey
Honey infused with chili peppers, offering a unique blend of sweetness and heat, perfect for drizzling on pizza, dipping crust, or enhancing any dish.
Sm Capicolla
Capicola and provolone cheese on a fresh bread roll, typically includes lettuce, tomato, onion, and a dressing of olive oil and vinegar.
Sm Cheese
A sandwich with a blend of cheeses, typically served with lettuce, tomato, and onion, dressed with a simple oil or mayo.
Sm Genoa
Genoa salami and provolone cheese, typically accompanied by a selection of vegetables and condiments on Italian bread.
Sm Ham San
Sliced ham accompanied by lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise, typically includes provolone cheese, all nestled within a soft sandwich roll.
Sm Regular Torpedo
Served on fresh-baked bread, this sandwich combines Italian meats with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, and a touch of Italian dressing.
Sm Sicilian
Layers of salami, ham, and provolone with shredded lettuce and tomato on a crusty Italian roll.
Sm Special
Thinly sliced deli meats, provolone cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, garnished with Italian seasoning on a sub roll.
Sm Turkey
Thinly sliced turkey with fresh lettuce and tomatoes, served on a soft roll.
Large Capicolla San
Capicola served on a large sandwich with provolone cheese, typically includes lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, dressed with olive oil.
Large Cheese San
A large cheese sandwich typically includes a variety of cheeses such as provolone and American, complemented by lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of mustard and mayonnaise.
Large Genoa San
Genoa salami and provolone cheese on a large sandwich, typically includes lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of Italian dressing.
Large Ham San
Sliced ham typically paired with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion, dressed with mayonnaise and Italian dressing, served on a large sandwich roll.
Large Reg San
Includes provolone cheese, tomatoes, onions, mustard, mayonnaise, and Italian dressing.
Large Sicilian San
Hearty sandwich with layers of salami, ham, provolone cheese, and shredded lettuce on a crusty Italian roll.
Large Special San
Thinly sliced salami, provolone cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and onions on a hoagie roll, garnished with two pepperoncini peppers.
Large Turkey San
Sliced turkey and provolone cheese, typically includes lettuce, tomato, onion, and a drizzle of Italian dressing on a large sandwich roll.
Cold Sandwiches
Hot Sandwiches
Sm Chk Parm San
Fresh eggplant slices or chicken breast lightly breaded then sautéed in olive oil and topped with marinara and mozzarella then baked to perfection
Sm Eggplant San
Fresh eggplant slices or chicken breast lightly breaded then sautéed in olive oil and topped with marinara and mozzarella then baked to perfection
Sm Marie's San
Black forest ham, provolone cheese and cotto salami, mustard, lettuce, onion, tomatoes, and Italian dressing all heated
Sm Meatball San
Savory meatballs topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese in a fresh hoagie roll.
Sm Sausage San
Sweet Italian sausage served on a sandwich, typically includes sautéed onions and green peppers, smothered in a rich tomato sauce.
Sm Pepper Stk W/Chz
Our thinly sliced steak, Mozzarella and bell peppers Sautéed in light olive oil with marinara -Tony’s Favorite All ingredients on the side.
Lg Chick Parm San
LG Eggplant Parm San
Breaded eggplant layered with marinara sauce and melted cheese, served in a large sandwich.
Lg Marie's San
Black forest ham, provolone cheese and cotto salami, mustard, lettuce, onion, tomatoes, and Italian dressing all heated
Lg MB San
Juicy meatballs smothered in marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese, served in a hoagie roll. Accompanied by pickled peppers.
LG Pepper Stk W/Chz
Our thinly sliced steak, Mozzarella and bell peppers Sautéed in light olive oil with marinara -Tony’s Favorite All ingredients on the side.
Lg Sausage San
Italian sausage sandwich typically includes sautéed sausage, peppers, onions, and a rich tomato sauce, served on a warm, toasted roll.
Soft Drinks
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Pepsi Zero, Root Beer, Sierra Mist, Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew, Pink Lemonade, Iced Tea
Drinks
Desserts
Frittole
A nicolosi’s original, fried housemade pizza dough dusted with sugar– served with chocolate syrup, berry sauce or maple syrup.
Tiramisu
House made tiramisu crafted from handed down generations.
Cannoli
Our specialty.
Mini Trio Cannoli
Crispy pastry shells filled with sweet ricotta cheese, each topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Lava Cake
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center, dusted with powdered sugar, and served with fresh strawberry slices.
Cheesecake
Creamy, rich cheesecake with a smooth texture and a crumbly graham cracker crust, topped with a layer of whipped cream.