Cucina Alessa Menu (Update 2025)
Cucina Alessa is a charming Italian diner located in Huntington Beach, CA, offering a range of dining options such as takeout, delivery, and catering. The menu boasts vegan and vegetarian options, along with a variety of dishes that cater to different preferences. The cozy ambiance and attentive staff elevate the dining experience, as mentioned by multiple satisfied customers who praised the exceptional service and exquisite food. Highlights include the perfectly cooked calamari, flavorful pasta dishes like the short rib tortelli, and a selection of wines to complement each meal. Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner or a happy hour gathering, Cucina Alessa provides a welcoming environment for all occasions. Don't miss out on their delicious offerings, guaranteed to leave you craving for more.
Pizza
Pizza Arrabbiata
Spicy calabrese salami, smoked mozzarella cheese, fresh diced tomatoes, garlic, fresh chili peppers.
Pizza Napoletana
Pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil.
Pizza Di Parma
Fresh mozzarella, ricotta, parma prosciutto, parmigiana cheese and arugula.
Pizza Funghi Misti
mushroom cream puree, seasonal mushrooms, mozzarella cheese and truffle oil.
Pizza Salsicce
Italian sausage, sauteed mushrooms, mozzarella, Pomodoro sauce.
Calzone
pizza dough filled with seasoned ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, pepperoni, sausage and Pomodoro sauce.
Pizza Pepperoni
Pepperoni-mozzarella-pomodoro sauce.
Brussels Sprouts
With garlic, pancetta, sage butter.
Olives
Castelvetrano, kalamata and cerignola rosse imported olives marinated in-house.
Ravioli Di Zucca Appetizer
Butternut squash ravioli sauteed in a browned sage butter sauce.
Bruschetta Al Pomodoro
Roma tomatoes, basil and garlic. Served with focaccetta.
Scampi Capri
Shrimp scampi sauteed with garlic, chili flakes, tomatoes and lobster reduction sauce.
Carpaccio
Thin slices of cured filet mignon lightly drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon, capers and shaved parmigiano, topped with baby arugula.
Bella Mia
meatballs in pomodoro sauce topped with burrata. Served with focaccetta.
Vongole
clams sauteed in a light garlic-tomato-white wine sauce.
Calamari Fritti
fried calamari served with a side of arrabbiata sauce.
Fritto Misto
fried shrimp, calamari and zucchini served with a side of arrabbiata sauce.
Truffle Fries
Truffle oil, Parmigiano cheese.
Garlic Bread
House focaccia - garlic - butter - parmigiano cheese - arrabiata sauce
Per Iniziare
Salumi E Formaggio
Parmigiano
Chunks of parmigiano cheese, fresh organic pear, organic Italian honey and caramelized walnuts.
Parma Prosciutto
Aged months.
Prosciutto San Daniele
The king of prosciutto aged months.
Soppressata Calabrese
Spicy salami.
Burrata
extra virgin olive oil and Italian marinated artichokes, garnished with imported olives.
Chefs's Choiice Board
Chrfs's choice of meat- cheese- seasonal vegetbles
Fragole Salad
baby mixed greens, golden yellow beets, strawberries, caramelized walnuts, strawberry red wine vinaigrette.
Della Casa Salad
mixed greens, tomatoes, mushrooms and shredded carrots, balsamic vinaigrette topped with shaved parmigiana.
Pere E Gorgonzola Salad
mixed greens, organic pears, Gorgonzola dolce, caramelized walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette.
Heirloom Burrata Salad
Heirloom tomato carpaccio, arugula, castelvetrano olives, fresh burrata.
Julius Caesar Salad
caesar served with parmigiano croutons and shaved pecorino cheese.
House Chopped Salad
Shrimps, romaine, bruschetta, avocado, bacon, carrots, Caesar dressing.
Salmon Salad
Salmon,mixed greens, tomatoes, asparagus, citrus vinaigrette.
Minestrone Soup
Fresh garden vegetable soup. Prepared daily.
Caprese
Tomaotoes - mozzarella- kalamata- olives - basil - ectra virgern olive oil - balsamic reduction
Insalate E Zuppa
Primi E Secondi
Vegan Ravioli
Tofu veggie ravioli served with a pomodoro sauce.
Ravioli Leggeri
Spinach and ricotta ravioli served with pomodoro sauce.
Pollo Saltimbocca
pan-roasted chicken breasts topped with fresh sage and san daniele prosciutto and served in a white wine and porcini mushroom sauce sprinkled with smoked mozzarella. Served with rosemary potatoes and sauteed Italian artichokes.
Ravioli Di Zucca Entree
butternut squash ravioli, in a butter sauce and browned sage.
Spaghetti Con Polpette
Spaghetti with meatballs in a pomodoro sauce.
Pollo Parmigiana
breaded boneless chicken breasts topped with Asiago and parmigiano cheeses with a pomodoro sauce. Served with penne al pomodoro.
Ravioletti
meat ravioli with Bolognese sauce topped with parmigiano cheese.
Pollo Marsala
pan-roasted chicken breasts with portobello mushrooms and Sicilian Marsala wine sauce. Served with sauteed spinach and rosemary potatoes.
Penne Funghi E Salsicce
Italian sausage and mushrooms in a porcini and arugula cream sauce.
Grigliata Di Pesce
salmon, diver scallops and large prawns marinated with garlic, white wine, lemon sauce and parsley. Served with linguine and almond pesto.
Conchiglie Con Pancetta
Sea shell pasta, smoked pancetta, onions, mushrooms and Sicilian marsala cream sauce.
Salmon Al Ferri
grilled salmon and topped with rosemary lemon sauce. Served with sauteed vegetables.
Ravioli Di Aragosta
Lobster, fennel, sherry reduction stuffed ravioli, vodka cream sauce.
Lasagna Napoletana
recipe with ricotta cheese, crumbled meatballs, pomodoro, mozzarella and basil.
Tortelli Di Carne
Braised short rib stuffed giant tortelloni, walnut porcini cream sauce.
Linguine Pescatore
Mussels, clams, calamari, and shrimp sauteed in a garlic-white wine-tomato sauce.
Gamberoni Alla Brace
Large prawns marinated in Italian herbs and grilled. Served with linguine alla checca.
Tortellini Di Pollo
Rosemary chicken stuffed tortellini served with green onion, shallots, tomato vodka cream sauce.
Livornese
Fresh fish, scallop, shrimp and white wine-oregano-tomato sauce over linguini pasta.
Conchiglie Gamberi E Asparagi
Seashell pasta with shrimp and asparagus tossed in a light lobster cream sauce.
Rigatoni Toscana
Grilled chicken and sun-dried tomatoes with mushrooms in a porcini cream sauce.
Fettuccine Alfredo
fettuccine noodles tossed in a parmigiano cream sauce. (protein not included)
Spaghetti Vegetariani
Whole wheat spaghetti with fresh vegetables sauteed in tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic and basil.
Pappardelle Bolognese
ribbon-shaped pasta with traditional Bolognese sauce.
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina
Original potato dumplings in a pomodoro, garlic and fresh basil sauce topped with fresh mozzarella.
Fusilli Napoli
fusilli, fresh garlic, parsley, sauteed jumbo shrimps, calabrian chili flakes in white wine lemon cream sauce.
Penne Norma
Penne pasta, sauteed eggplant and smoked mozzarella tomato basil sauce.
Capellini Al Pomodoro
Angel hair pasta, garlic, fresh basil pomodoro sauce.
Tortellini Prosciutto
Meat tortellini, prosciutto, sage cream sauce.
Pappardelle Al Sugo D'Agnello
ribobon pasta - braised lamb - ricota salata
Spaghetti Carbonara
pancetta - onion - egg - parmigiana cheese - parsley
Sauteed Spinach
Tender spinach leaves sauteed with garlic and olive oil.
Seasonal Potatoes
Roasted potatoes with caramelized onions and fresh herbs.
Side Della Casa Salad
Organic baby mixed greens, tomatoes, mushrooms, shredded carrots, Italian herb vinaigrette, shaved parmigiano.
Sauteed Broccoli
Tender broccoli florets sauteed with garlic and olive oil.
Bella's Meatball
Priced per meatball.
Side Julius Caesar Salad
Traditional caesar salad recipe, served with parmigiano garlic crostini and shaved pecorino cheese.
Chef Special Vegetable
chef choice seasonal vegetables
Extra Side Of Bread
Side of focaccia bread and salsa Verde (pesto)
Sides
Desserts
Tiramisu
TIRAMISU: ladyfinger cookies soaked in espresso and Kahlua, layered with Mascarpone cheese
Cannoli
CANNOLI: pastry shells, filled with sweet ricotta cheese
Ricotta Cheesecake
RICOTTA CHEESECAKE: Rich and delicious dessert
Chocolate Lava Cake
CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE: A scrumptious chocolate indulgence
Vanilla Creme Brulee
VANILLA CREME BRULEE: creme brulee, topped with seasonal fruit