Cucina Paradiso Menu (Update 2025)
Cucina Paradiso in Petaluma, CA, is an elegant Italian restaurant offering a variety of dishes with vegan and limited vegetarian options. The menu includes delectable choices like Polenta Gratinata, Carpaccio Di Manzo, and Antipasti Della Casa. The restaurant has a warm ambiance with attentive wait staff, making dining here a delightful experience.
Customer reviews rave about the exceptional service, fresh ingredients, and flavorful dishes. Favorites mentioned include the lamb loin chops, handmade pastas like Tortellini Di Vitello and Ravioli Di Anatra, and desserts like Tiramisu and Panna Cotta. The extensive wine selection and top-notch service add to the overall charm of Cucina Paradiso. Whether it's a casual lunch or a special dinner, this restaurant is a must-visit for a true taste of Italian cuisine.
Lunch
Polenta Gratinata
Soft polenta topped with mushroom and assorted Italian cheeses
Calamari
Grilled fresh calamari, white cannellini beans on arugula salad with vinaigrette dressing
Cioppino Alle Cozze E Vongole
Clams and mussels steamed in garlic, white wine, and marinara sauce
Carpaccio Di Manzo
Thin sliced, raw filet mignon with olive oil, capers, mustard, arugula, and shaved parmesan cheese
Caprese
Fresh sliced tomato layered with mozzarella, basil, and olive oil
Bruschetta Al Pomodoro
Toasted bread topped with chopped tomatoes, basil, and olive oil
Antipasti Della Casa Per Due
Mixed Italian appetizer for two
Insalata Della Casa
Mixed green salad tossed in balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata Cesare
Romaine lettuce, anchovies, parmesan, and croutons
Insalata Cesare Con Pollo
Grilled breast of free-range chicken, served on romaine lettuce, anchovies, parmesan, and croutons
Insalata Gustosa
Arugula, radicchio, Belgian endive, spinach, and pecorino cheese shavings
Insalata Spinaci Del Giorno
Baby spinach salad of the day
Zuppa Del Giorno
Soup of the day
Insalata Spinaci e Gamberi
Baby spinach, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, roasted bell peppers, and grilled shrimp
Antipasti
Insalata
Capellini Al Pomodoro E Basilico
Tortellini Di Vitello
Homemade pasta filled with veal, served with prosciutto, mushroom, and cream sauce
Penne Rustica
Penne (pasta tubes) with free-range chicken, mushroom, sundried tomato, and broccoli
Ravioli Di Anatra
Homemade pasta filled with roast duck in sundried tomato, pine nut, and basil sauce
Rigatoni Alla Carcerata
Rigatoni with sausage, roasted peppers, peas, and light tomato cream sauce
Fettuccine Con Gamberi E Rucola
Homemade pasta with fresh shrimp, arugula, tomato, and white wine sauce
Pappardelle Con Prosciutto Ed Asparagi
Homemade noodles with prosciutto di Parma, asparagus, and diced tomatoes
Gnocchi Gorgonzola E Noci
Homemade potato dumplings in a creamy gorgonzola walnut sauce
Linguini Al Pesto
Homemade pasta with fresh basil, garlic, parmesan, and olive oil sauce
Spaghetti Cozze E Vongole
Pasta with clams and mussels in a garlic and white wine or marinara sauce
Fettucine Con Gamberi E Rucola
Homemade pasta with fresh shrimp, arugula, tomato, and white wine sauce
Sacchetto Vegetariano
Pasta pouch stuffed with vegetables and mozzarella in a light tomato cream sauce
Panino Con Salmone Affumicato (Smoked salmon)
Panino Con Salsiccia (Sausage)
Panino Vegetariano (Vegetarian)
Panino Con Pollo (Free-range Chicken)
Panino Italiano (Provolone cheese and prosciutto)
Pollo Rotolato Arrosto
Rolled and roasted free-range chicken, stuffed with arugula and pancetta
Medaglioni di Bue con Salsa Tartufata
Beef medallions sauteed with truffle sauce
La Sella di Agnello
Grilled rack of lamb with roasted bell pepper sauce
Petto di Anatra al Balsamico e Timo
Roast breast of Petaluma duck with balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme sauce
I Primi
Panini
Scaloppine Di Vitello Con Funghi
Veal with porcini mushroom and marsala wine sauce with touch of cream
Saltimbocca Di Vitello
Veal sautéed with prosciutto di Parma, provolone cheese, sage, and white wine
Maiale
Pork tenderloin sautéed with porcini, prosciutto, brandy, and mustard