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Buca di Beppo
1921 Calle Barcelona
Carlsbad, CA 92009
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Lunch
Main Menu
Desserts
Lunch
Served Weekdays until 3pm
Salads
Add Chicken to any salad for $4 (200 cal) or Shrimp for $6 (270 cal)
Apple Gorgonzola*
$14.00
Granny Smith apples, spiced walnuts, dried cranberries & Gorgonzola tossed with mixed lettuce in our signature Italian vinaigrette. (770 cal)
Caesar
$13.00
Romaine hearts tossed in our signature Caesar dressing with roasted garlic croutons & Parmesan. (220 cal)
Mixed Green
$13.00
Mixed lettuce tossed in our signature Italian vinaigrette with Roma tomatoes, red onions, pepperoncini & black & green olives. (210 cal)
Pastas
Add a cup of Soup (80-310 cal) or Side Salad (100-110 cal) for $3
Lasagna*
$15.00
Towering layers of meat sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, provolone & Parmesan. (610 cal)
Baked Ziti*
$14.00
Mozzarella, provolone & rosa sauce tossed & topped with ricotta & Italian-style bread crumbs. (950 cal)
Spicy Chicken Rigatoni*
$14.00
Chicken breast, garlic, crushed red pepper & peas in spicy rosa sauce. (1160 cal)
Shrimp Fra Diavolo*
$17.00
Garlic shrimp & crushed red pepper with penne in spicy rosa sauce. (980 cal)
Spaghetti Marinara
$11.00
Our homemade marinara sauce served on a bed of imported Italian spaghetti. (530 cal)
Spaghetti with Meatball*
$15.00
Our famous half-pound meatball & spaghetti with our homemade marinara sauce. (920 cal)
Entrées
Served with your choice of one side: Italian Broccoli Romano (240 cal), Green Bean (250 cal), Spaghetti Marinara (470 cal) or Fettuccine Alfredo (690 cal)
Chicken Parmigiana
$16.00
Topped with our homemade marinara sauce & mozzarella. (900 cal)
Eggplant Parmigiana
$15.00
Topped with our homemade marinara sauce, Roma tomatoes, fresh basil & mozzarella. (1320 cal)
Chicken Limone
$16.00
Lemon butter sauce & capers. (520 cal)
Soup & Salad
Add Chicken to any salad for $4 (200 cal) or Shrimp for $6 (270 cal)
Soup & Salad
$12.00
a cup of Chef's Featured Soup (80-310 cal) (ask your server for today's selection) with Mixed Green or Caesar (200-210 cal)
Da Vinci Delights
Add a cup of Soup (80-310 cal) or Side Salad (100-110 cal) for $3
Italian Chicken BLT
$12.00
Chicken breast topped with bacon, lettuce, tomato & avocado aioli on ciabatta bread, served with garlic fries. (490 cal)
The Mona Lisa
$12.00
Pepperoni, salami, prosciutto, provolone, mozzarella, red peppers, pepperoncini & arugula on ciabatta bread, served with garlic fries. (820 cal)
Pesto Chicken Sandwich
$12.00
Pesto chicken breast topped with mozzarella, lettuce & tomato on an artisan bun, served with garlic fries. (710 cal)
Meatball Sandwich
$12.00
Our famous half-pound meatball topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella, served with garlic fries - Too delicious not to order. (850 cal)
Italian Flatbread
$11.00
Spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, red & green bell peppers, yellow onions, mozzarella, provolone & our authentic pizza sauce. (670 cal)
Salad & Pasta
$13.00
Choice of Mixed Green or Caesar with choice of Fettuccine Alfredo, Spaghetti Marinara or Creamy Pesto Penne. (620-1030 cal)
Desserts
Tiramisu
$8.00
Homemade ladyfingers soaked in dark rum & espresso, layered with mascarpone cheese & topped with cocoa & hazelnut biscotti. (1050 cal)
Chocolate Chip Cannoli
$7.00
Crispy mini shells stuffed with cannoli cream filling & chocolate chips, served over a drizzle of chocolate sauce. (100 cal)
Italian Crème Cake
$8.00
Three layers of rich lemon cake & mascarpone cheese filling, served in a pool of raspberry sauce & topped with whipped cream. (580 cal)
*Buca Favorite
indicates a spicy dish
Appetizers
Fried Mozzarella
Served with our homemade marinara sauce. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (360 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
Fried Calamari
Served with our homemade spicy marinara sauce. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (120 cal)
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
Spicy Shrimp
Golden fried shrimp & pepperoncini tossed with a spicy sauce of chilies & garlic. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (390 cal)
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
Bruschetta
Roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, red onions, basil-infused olive oil & balsamic vinegar, served with parmesan crostini. Large $4 per person. (390 cal)
vegetarian
- Large $20.00
Fried Mac 'n Cheese
Creamy macaroni & cheese balls breaded & fried to a golden brown, served over a bed of sauce. Small $7 per person; Large $5 per person. (390 cal)
- Small $21.00
- Large $25.00
Spinach Artichoke Dip
$20.00
A mixture of Italian cheeses, artichokes & fresh spinach, served with chips. $4 per person. (400 cal)
vegetarian
Mozzarella Caprese
Vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil & basil-infused olive oil. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (180 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
World Famous Meatball
$20.00
Our famous half-pound meatballs topped with our homemade marinara sauce & creamy ricotta. $4 per person. (300 cal)
Salads
Add Chicken (200 cal) to any Buca Small® salad for $7 or any Buca Large® salad for $9. Add Shrimp (270 cal) to any Buca Small® salad for $8 or any Buca Large® salad for $10
Chopped Antipasti
Pepperoni, salami, red onions, pepperoncini, cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, black & green olives, provolone, feta & Gorgonzola with mixed lettuce in our signature Italian vinaigrette. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (380 cal)
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
Apple Gorgonzola
Granny Smith apples, spiced walnuts, dried cranberries & Gorgonzola tossed with mixed lettuce in our signature Italian vinaigrette. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (610 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
Caesar
Romaine hearts tossed in our signature Caesar dressing with roasted garlic croutons & parmesan. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (170 cal)
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
Mixed Green
Mixed lettuce tossed in our signature Italian vinaigrette with Roma tomatoes, red onions, pepperoncini & black & green olives. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (220 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
- Spice up your Salad with Prosciutto & Gorgonzola For
- $2.00
Soup
Chef's Featured Soup
Ask your server for today's selection. Vegetarian: Tomato Basil / Minestrone. (80-400 cal)
- Cup $7.00
- Bowl $8.00
Pizzas
Pizza con Formaggio
Mozzarella, garlic-infused olive oil & our authentic pizza sauce. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (190 cal / slice)
vegetarian
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
Pepperoni
Large slices of pepperoni, mozzarella, provolone & our authentic pizza sauce. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (300 cal / slice)
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
Margherita
Fresh mozzarella, fresh basil & our authentic pizza sauce. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (160 cal / slice)
vegetarian
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
Supremo Italiano
Spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, red & green bell peppers, yellow onions, mozzarella, provolone & meat sauce. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (270 cal / slice)
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
Italian Sausage & Arugula
A white pizza with spicy Italian sausage, prosciutto, mozzarella, provolone, garlic, topped with arugula and balsamic glaze. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (210 cal / slice)
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
Spicy Arrabbiata
Spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, caramelized red onions, Gorgonzola, mozzarella, provolone & our authentic pizza sauce. Small $8 per person; Large $7 per person. (280 cal / slice)
- Small $24.00
- Large $35.00
Veggie
Eggplant, broccoli, red & green bell peppers, mushrooms, yellow onions, mozzarella, provolone & our authentic pizza sauce. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (220 cal / slice)
vegetarian
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
Bianca
A white pizza with ricotta, fresh mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, garlic, oregano & garlic-infused olive oil. Small $7 per person; Large $6 per person. (180 cal / slice)
vegetarian
- Small $21.00
- Large $30.00
Fresh Breads
Garlic Bread
Small $4 per person; Large $3 per person. (60 cal / piece)
vegetarian
- Small $12.00
- Large $15.00
Mozzarella Garlic Bread
Small $5 per person; Large $4 per person. (70 cal / piece)
vegetarian
- Small $15.00
- Large $20.00
Entrées
Salmon Sorrento
Lemon butter sauce, Roma tomatoes & capers. Small $12 per person; Large $9 per person. (680 cal)
- Small $36.00
- Large $45.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
Topped with our homemade marinara sauce, Roma tomatoes, basil & mozzarella. Small $10 per person; Large $9 per person. (890 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $30.00
- Large $45.00
Chicken Saltimbocca
Topped with prosciutto & sage, served with artichoke hearts, lemon, capers & lemon butter sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (570 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken
Stuffed with mozzarella & prosciutto, served with our homemade marinara & pesto cream sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (520 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Chicken Limone
Lemon butter sauce & capers. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (400 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Chicken Parmigiana
Topped with our homemade marinara sauce & mozzarella. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (870 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Chicken Marsala
Baby portobello mushrooms in a traditional Marsala wine reduction. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (410 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Traditional Pastas
Baked Ziti
Mozzarella, provolone & rosa sauce tossed & topped with ricotta & Italian-style bread crumbs. Small $10 per person; Large $9 per person. (610 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $30.00
- Large $45.00
Penne alla Vodka
Garlic & Roma tomatoes tossed with creamy vodka rosa sauce. Small $10 per person; Large $9 per person. (530 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $30.00
- Large $45.00
Fettuccine Alfredo
Classic favorite featuring fettuccine tossed with our creamy homemade Alfredo sauce. Small $9 per person; Large $8 per person. (740 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $27.00
- Large $40.00
Spaghetti Marinara
Our homemade marinara sauce served on a bed of spaghetti. Small $9 per person; Large $8 per person. (370 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $27.00
- Large $40.00
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Savory homemade meat sauce with 100% premium ground beef served on a bed of spaghetti. Small $10 per person; Large $9 per person. (410 cal)
- Small $30.00
- Large $45.00
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Our famous half-pound meatballs with our homemade marinara sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (630 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Specialty Pastas
Lasagna
Towering layers of meat sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, provolone & parmesan. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (390 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Baked Rigatoni
Spicy Italian sausage & meat sauce tossed & topped with mozzarella, parmesan & ricotta. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (740 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Spicy Chicken Rigatoni
Chicken breast, garlic, crushed red pepper & peas in spicy rosa sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (770 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Shrimp Florentine
Garlic shrimp, Roma tomatoes & spinach with linguine in garlic butter sauce. Small $12 per person; Large $10 per person. (660 cal)
- Small $36.00
- Large $50.00
Chicken Carbonara
Chicken breast, prosciutto, peas & garlic in Alfredo sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (940 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Garlic shrimp & crushed red pepper with penne in spicy rosa sauce. Small $12 per person; Large $10 per person. (650 cal)
- Small $36.00
- Large $50.00
Penne San Remo
Chicken breast, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes & peas in white wine cream sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (800 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Macaroni & Cheese
Cavatappi pasta mixed with a velvety blend of cheeses. Small $9 per person; Large $8 per person
- Small $27.00
- Large $40.00
Stuffed Pastas
Stuffed Shells
Pasta shells filled with spicy Italian sausage, spinach, ricotta & parmesan with Alfredo & our homemade marinara sauce. Small $9 per person; Large $8 per person. (380 cal)
- Small $27.00
- Large $40.00
Cheese Manicotti
Pasta tubes filled with ricotta, mozzarella & parmesan with Alfredo & our homemade marinara sauce. Small $9 per person; Large $8 per person. (420 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $27.00
- Large $40.00
Ravioli with Meat Sauce
Cheese-filled ravioli with our savory meat sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (490 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Ravioli al Pomodoro
Cheese-filled ravioli with our homemade marinara sauce. Small $9 per person; Large $8 per person. (300 cal)
vegetarian
- Small $27.00
- Large $40.00
Shareable Sides
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
$15.00
$5 per person. (270 cal)
vegetarian
Italian Broccoli Romano
$15.00
$5 per person. (240 cal)
vegetarian
Green Beans
$15.00
$5 per person. (180 cal)
vegetarian
Brussels Sprouts & Prosciutto
$15.00
$5 per person. (180 cal)
Baby Portobello Mushroom Risotto
$18.00
$6 per person. (470 cal)
vegetarian
Sausage & Peppers
$18.00
Mild or spicy. $6 per person. (230 cal)
Italian Sausage
$18.00
Mild or spicy. $6 per person. (200 cal)
Meatball
Half pound. (3) $8 per person. (450 cal)
- (each) $8.00
- (3) $24.00
Fresh From Italy
Pappardelle Sugo, Bologna, Italy
Beef & pork Bolognese, our homemade marinara sauce, fried sage, pappardelle pasta & Grana parmesan cheese. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (633 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Tortellini Bianca, Parma, Italy
Cheese-filled tortellini tossed with Grana parmesan cheese, baby portobello mushrooms, arugula & cream sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (907 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
Short Rib Orecchiette, Roma, Italy
Slow-braised short ribs, baby portobello mushrooms, red onions, Grana parmesan cheese & orecchiette pasta tossed in a velvety cream sauce, topped with fire-roasted tomatoes. Small $11 per person; Large $10 per person. (1052 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $50.00
Bucatini Amatriciana, Roma, Italy
Bucatini pasta tossed with crispy bacon, sautéed yellow onions, Grana parmesan cheese and our homemade sauce. Small $11 per person; Large $9 per person. (670 cal)
- Small $33.00
- Large $45.00
indicates a spicy dish
Desserts
Generous Portions Are Made For Sharing
Tiramisu
$18.00
Our powerfully flavored Tiramisu features homemade ladyfingers soaked in dark rum & espresso, layered with sweetened mascarpone cheese & topped with cocoa & crumbled hazelnut biscotti. $6 per person. (830 cal)
Chocolate Chip Cannoli
$15.00
Crispy shells stuffed to order with a sweet, cannoli cream filling mixed with chocolate chips, served over a drizzle of our chocolate sauce. $5 per person. (140 cal)
Double Dark Chocolate Cake
$15.00
Moist dark chocolate cake with layers of rich chocolate frosting on top of our sinful chocolate sauce. $5 per person. (570 cal)
Homemade Cheesecake
$15.00
Rich, creamy cheesecake topped with raspberry sauce & sprinkled with toasted hazelnuts. $5 per person. (460 cal)
Italian Crème Cake
$18.00
Six layers of rich lemon cake & mascarpone cheese filling, served in a pool of raspberry sauce & topped with whipped cream. $6 per person. (390 cal)
Cordials
Chambord
Frangelico
Baileys
Kahlúa
Campari
Grand Marnier
Romana Sambuca
Disaronno Originale
Featured Drinks
Serve it up barkeep!
Limoncino Bottega
Created to be sipped, not gulped, traditionally served as a digestivo - a drink to aid in digestion following a big meal. Never tart, always smooth, the final result is a refreshing lemony liqueur
Tiramisu Martini
New Amsterdam vodka, Tiramisu Italian liqueur & cream
Caffé Corretto
Order your coffee Italian-style "corrected" with a shot of one of our cordials or liqueurs (We recommend Romana Sambuca or Disaronno Originale)
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
Italian
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday:
11:00am - 9:00pm
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Buca di Beppo