Pasta Panino Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Pasta Panino, a delightful gem in the heart of San Francisco's Castro neighborhood, where Italian comfort food meets a cozy atmosphere. Our menu boasts a variety of mouthwatering dishes, starting with enticing antipasti like Garlic Bread and Calamari Fritto Misto. For salads, the Roasted Beet Arugula salad shines with its creamy burrata and contrasting textures.
The pasta selection is the true highlight, featuring classics like Spaghetti con Polpette with generous meatballs, and Butternut Squash Ravioli, celebrated for its rich sage-infused brown butter. Every bite is a fusion of authentic flavors that evoke the warmth of Italian family kitchens.
With friendly service and a welcoming vibe, Pasta Panino invites you to indulge in delightful Italian cuisine perfect for any occasion, whether dining in or taking out. Join us to savor these beloved dishes today!
Antipasti
Garlic Bread
Garlic, Olive Oil/Butter, ParmigianoSemifreddis Ciabatta
Focaccia & Ciabatta Bread
Semifreddi Ciabatta and Rosemary Focaccia with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar
French Fries
Garlic Parm Truffle Fries
Garlic, Parsley and Parmigiano Cheese and Truffle Oil
Polenta Fries
Large Hand Cut Polenta Fries, with Spicy Marinara Dipping Sauce
Bruschetta Pomodoro
Toasted Garlic Ciabatta, Diced Marinated Tomatoes with Fresh Herbs and Garlic, Brushed with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar
Calamari Fritto Misto
Lightly Battered Fried Calamari, Fennel, Lemon with a Side of Aioli
Arancini Balls
Crispy Risotto Stuffed with Fresh Mozzarella and Peas with Marinara Dipping Sauce
Caesar Romaine Salad
Classic Housemade Caesar Dressing with Garlic Roasted Croutons and Anchovies
House Salad
Romaine, Spring Mix, Asparagus, Cherry Tomato, Onion, Devil Egg, Croutons and Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Arugula Salad
Roasted Beets, Baby Rocket Arugula, Sliced Fennel, Burrata Cheese with a Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caprese Salad
Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil with Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Parmigiano Cheese
Minestrone Zuppa
Vegetable Stock, Carrots, Onion, Beans, Celery, Garlic, Tomato
Strawberry Arugula
Insalate E Zuppe
Pasta
Capellini Pomodoro
Tomato Marinara, Fresh Basil Leaves, Parmigiano Cheese
Creamy Pesto Linguine
Fresh Linguine & Pesto, Light Cream, Shallots, Fresh Basil, Spinach, Chopped Tomato
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Garlic, Crushed Chili Peppers, Olive Oil and Parsley
Penne Alla Norcina
Spicy Salsiccia, Onion, Garlic, Tomato, White Wine, Cream with Pecorino Romano
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Fresh Raviolis Topped with Spinach, English Peas, White Corn, Toasted Sage in a Brown Butter Sauce
Mushroom Ravioli Pesto Sauce
Fresh Portabella & Shiitake Ravioli, Parmesan Cheese in a Mushroom Pesto Cream Sauce
Pesto Gnocchi
Fresh Potato Dumplings, Spinach, Pesto Cream Sauce with Parmigiano Cheese
Linguini Aloo Scoglio
Fresh Linguine, Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Mixed Roasted Peppers, Calabrian Chilis, Roasted Tomato, White Wine and Parmigiano
Spaghetti con Polpette
House Made Meatballs on a Bed of Spaghetti Marinara, Onion, Spinach andParmigiano
Carne Lasagna
Beef Lasagna with Mozzarella, Ricotta and Parmigiano Cheeses Between Pasta Layers
Eggplant Lasagna
Fresh Veggies including Carrots, Spinach, Celery, Onion Layered with Mozzarella, Parmigiano and Ricotta Cheese
Vegetable Risotto
Pesto, White Wine, Vegetable Stock, Baby Tomatoes, Asparagus, Spinach and Portobello Mushrooms
Frutti di Mare Risotto
Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, Asparagus, White Corn, Onion, Spinach, Garlic and Parmigiano
Fettuccine Alfredo
Fresh Fettuccini, Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Spinach, Basil, Parmigiano
Spaghetti Puttanesca
Seared Salmon Risotto
Cherry Tomato, Mushrooms, Spinach, Parmigiano, Lemon Pesto Truffle Vinaigrette
Mushroom Ravioli Marinara Sauce
Fresh Ravioli Portobello & Shiitake Mushrooms, Garlic, Spinach Marinara Sauce
Penne Bolognese
Creamy Vodka Sauce, Ground Beef, Onion, Tomato, Garlic, Spinach, Parmigiana
SeaFood Stew
Fresh clams, mussels, prawns, salmon potato, carrots, garlic, onion, celery in a rich tomato broth
Shaved Brussel Sprouts
Crispy Pancetta, Garlic, Onion with Shaved Brussel Sprouts
Sauted Spinach
With Garlic, Chili Flakes, Olive Oil and Lemon Zest
Grilled Asparagus
Shaved Parmigiano, Olive Oil on Bed of Arugula
Contorni
Panino
Polpetti Panino
House Made Meatballs, Tomato, Onion, Arugula, Marinara Sauce, Parmigiano with a Side Cup of Spaghetti
Caprese Panino
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil, Arugula, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar
Eggplant Panino
Sauted Eggplant, Mushrooms, Onion, Tomato, Arugula, Cheddar Cheese
Chicken Panino
Baked Chicken Breast, Cheddar , Tomato, Onion, Arugula, Mild Horseradish, Pesto Dressing
Baked Italian
Salami, Crispy Pancetta, Mortadella, Ham, Peperoncini, Onion, Tomato, Arugula, Provolone Cheese
Grilled Cheese
Cheddar & Jack, Arugula on Sourdough
Sauted Prawn Panino
Sauted Prawns, sliced Ham, tomato, onion and arugula with Thousand Isle Spread.
Panna Cotta
Made in House Topped with Fresh Strawberry and Mango Puree
Tiramisu
Tiramisu Made in House with Peet's Coffee and a touch Baileys Irish Cream and Kahlua
Bread Pudding
Cinnamon Bread Pudding, Topped with Whipped Cream-Made in House
Dessert
Beverages
Coke Can
20 oz
Coke Zero Can
Can
Sprite Can
20 oz
Iced Tea with Lemon
Lemonade
Arnold Palmer
Fresh Tea and Lemonade