Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy, a charming culinary haven nestled in the heart of San Diego's Little Italy. This family-run gem boasts an extensive menu that features beloved Italian classics, from their mouthwatering pizzas to hearty pastas. The pizza offerings include fan favorites like the Pepperoni, Sausage & Bell Peppers, and the unique Anchovy, each crafted with rich tomato sauce and a delectable blend of toppings that sit beneath a generous layer of cheese.
Beyond pizza, indulge in their spaghetti paired with your choice of marinara or explore the delightful Combination Plate, showcasing dishes like lasagna and ravioli. Don't forget to save room for a sweet dessert, especially the famous cannoli! The warm, inviting atmosphere and friendly service make it an essential stop for anyone seeking authentic Italian comfort food. Treat yourself to a meal that feels like home in every bite!
All Day - A la Carte
Eggplant Parmigiana
Hand-battered, thick-cut eggplant. deep-fried and baked with marinara, romano, and mozzarella cheeses - served with spaghetti.
Chicken Parmigiana
Baked with mushrooms and cheese.
Veal Parmigiana
Baked with mushrooms and cheese.
Veal Scaloppini
Cooked with mushrooms, onions in a red tomato and wine sauce.
Canned Pepsi Soft Drink
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
Canned Diet Pepsi
A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.
Canned Coca Cola
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Canned Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
All Day - Beverages
All Day - Desserts
Cannoli
1 large cannoli
Cheese Cake
Creamy cheesecake with a smooth, rich filling atop a crumbly graham cracker crust.
Tiramisu
Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder.
Spaghetti
Generous portion of imported spaghetti served with your choice of meat or vegetarian marinara sauce.
All Day - Spaghetti
All Day - Filippi's Dinner Salad
Garlic Bread
Toasted bread slices topped with melted cheese and a sprinkle of herbs.
Minestrone Soup
An italian staple fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta in an herb-infused tomato broth. topped with pecorino romano cheese.
Dinner Salad - Small
Fresh greens, tomatoes, red onions, and cucumbers typically dressed with a light vinaigrette.
Dinner Salad - Large
Crisp lettuce, cherry tomatoes, green olives, chickpeas, kidney beans, and pepperoncini.
Combination Plate
Combines two items like Lasagna, Ravioli, or Spaghetti for a balanced plate.
All Day - Combination Plate
All Day - Children Orders
Sausage
When added to a childrens order
Meatball
Add a to childrens order
Lasagna
Meatball or Sausage 3.00 each
Spaghetti
Meatball or Sausage 3.00 each
Ravioli
Meatball or Sausage 3.00 each
Mostaccioli
Tubular pasta with choice of Marinara Sauce or Meat Sauce.
Rigatoni
Large tube-shaped pasta - great with meat sauce
Shells
With meat or marinara sauce
Fettuccine Alfredo, Cream Sauce
Tender fettuccine noodles in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Pasta Primavera
Pasta with vegetables cooked in a butter and wine sauce.
Shrimp Filippi
Bay shrimp, mushrooms, olive oil, scallions in a butter and wine sauce.
Linguini With Clams
Olive oil, clam juice, garlic and spices.
Linguini With Red Sauce
Olive oil, clam juice, garlic and spices. marinara
All Day - Macaroni
All Day - Pizza
13. Pepperoni & Mushroom
Topped with pepperoni slices and mushrooms, melted mozzarella, and a rich tomato sauce.
14. Pepperoni & Sausage
Generously topped with pepperoni slices, savory sausage, and melted mozzarella on a classic pizza crust.
Margherita Pizza
Olive oil, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, fresh tomato.
11. Sausage & Bell Peppers
Features Italian sausage, roasted bell peppers, and onions on a classic pizza crust with tomato sauce and cheese.
12. Sausage & Mushroom
Tomato sauce, Italian sausage, roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, and fior di latte cheese on a 12-inch pizza crust.
15. Ham & Pineapple
Ham, pineapple, tomato sauce, and cheese on a classic pizza crust.
Vegetarian Special
Filippi's special. Cheese, mushroom, onion, bell pepper, black olives.
5. Anchovy
6. Canadian Style Bacon
The Works Pappa's Favorite
Filippi's special. Cheese, sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, (anchovy or onion).
3. Sausage
Includes 2 sausage links and roll and butter
4. Mushroom
A classic pizza topped with a blend of mozzarella cheese and sliced mushrooms on a tomato sauce base.
9. Black Olive
10. Meatball
Add a to childrens order
7. Salami
Tomato sauce, cheese, and slices of salami on a classic pizza crust.
8. Bell Peppers
1. Cheese
A classic pizza topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese and a rich tomato sauce on a crisp, golden crust.
2. Pepperoni
Rich tomato sauce topped with melted mozzarella cheese and slices of pepperoni.
Special (8 Items)
Filippi's special. Cheese, sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, bell pepper, black olives, onion and meatball.
Add Cheese
Add cheese to a sandwich
Pepper Steak Sandwich (With Bell Peppers & Onions)
Sliced steak with sauteed bell peppers and onions, served in a sandwich.
Capicola (Italian Ham) Sandwich
Capicola, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, oil, and oregano on an Italian roll.
Cheese Sandwich
Provolone cheese with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil, and herbs. served on a toasted italian roll.
Ham Sandwich
Boneless hickory-smoked ham - topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil, and herbs on a toasted italian roll.
Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Layers of savory ham, creamy cheese, and crisp lettuce, all nestled in a fresh sandwich roll.
Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich
With mushrooms & mozzarella cheese.
Eggplant Parmigiana Sandwich
With mozzarella cheese.
Torpedo
Cotto and dry salami, mortadella, and provolone cheese with lettuce, tomato, and onions on a hot italian roll. topped with oil and herbs.
Meatball Sandwich
Our famous homemade meatball (3/4's of a pound) quartered and baked with meat sauce on an italian roll.
Italian Sausage Sandwich
Our homemade italian sausage baked on a hot italian roll and smothered in meat sauce.
All Day - Sandwiches
All Day - Antipasto Salad
Special (Serves 10 To 12)
Ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, olives, pepperoncini, and Italian dressing. Serves 10 to 12.
Antipasto Salad (Large)
A vibrant mix of lettuce, olives, ham, salami, pepperoni, cheese cubes, cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, and marinated vegetables.
Caprese
Antipasto Salad (Small)
A mix of lettuce, salami, olives, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, kidney beans, broccoli, and cheese cubes, garnished with pepperoncini.
Ravioli
Beef or cheese. mix them up if you like. meat or marinara sauce.
All Day - Ravioli
All Day - Lasagna
Lasagna
Mamma's recipe.