Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy Menu

Filippi’s Pizza Grotto Little Italy at 1747 India St, San Diego, CA 92101, United States, offers a warm, old-school Italian-American dining experience in the heart of San Diego’s Little Italy. The menu is built around cheesy pizzas, hearty pastas, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, desserts, soft drinks, beer, wine, and family-friendly comfort food. Signature-style favorites include Fit for a King Pizza, The Works Pizza, Mama’s Lasagna, Spaghetti, Ravioli, Antipasto Salad, Chicken Parmigiana, and Torpedo Sandwiches. Prices feel casual to moderate, with strong value in generous portions, shareable pizzas, filling pasta plates, and classic recipes made for relaxed dining. Ingredients focus on rich tomato sauces, melted mozzarella, savory meats, fresh vegetables, crisp salad greens, tender pasta, garlic, herbs, and balanced Italian flavors. Vegetarian-friendly choices include Margherita Pizza, Vegetarian Special Pizza, Pasta Primavera, cheese ravioli, salads, and eggplant parmigiana, while gluten-conscious guests can ask about gluten-free pizza or pasta options. Kid-friendly pasta, chicken strips, French bread pizza, grilled cheese, and desserts make the menu easy for families. Filippi’s is best suited for lunch, dinner, takeout, casual dates, family meals, and group gatherings rather than breakfast.

Menu Highlights

Fit for a King Pizza
Cheese, pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, onion, mushrooms, green pepper, and black olives create a loaded, hearty pizza. It stands out as a shareable favorite with bold, classic pizzeria flavor.

The Works Pizza
Sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, cheese, and optional anchovy or onion deliver a savory, well-balanced slice. Its generous toppings make it a dependable choice for pizza lovers.

Mama’s Lasagna
Layered pasta, sauce, cheese, and rich Italian flavor create a soft, comforting baked dish. It is popular for its homestyle character and satisfying portion.

Ravioli
Tender pasta pockets filled with beef, cheese, or a mix are served with marinara or meat sauce. The smooth filling and rich sauce make it a classic comfort choice.

Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded chicken breast is baked with mushrooms, marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan, then served with pasta. Crisp edges, melted cheese, and hearty sauce make it a standout entrée.

Antipasto Salad
Fresh vegetables, assorted meats, cheese, and Italian dressing create a crisp, tangy, and savory starter. It works well as a lighter meal or a shared beginning.

Torpedo Sandwich
Hard salami, cotto salami, mortadella, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, oil, and oregano are layered into a hearty Italian sandwich. Its bold deli flavor makes it a popular lunch option.

Pizzas (13 inch)

Anchovie Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Anchovies (a small, silvery-blue fish) and covered in Mozzarella Cheese
US$29.00
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with BBQ Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Red Onions, covered in Cheddar and Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
Bell Pepper Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with green bell pepper strips and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$29.00
Black Olive Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with sliced black olives and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$29.00
Canadian Bacon Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Canadian Bacon and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$29.00
Cheese Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then covered in Fresh Mozzarella Cheese and baked to perfection.
US$27.00
Ham & Pineapple
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Ham & Pineapple and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
Margherita Pizza
Pizza dough topped with Olive oil, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, and fresh tomato. (No Substitutions)
US$27.00
Meatball Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with chopped Meatballs and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$29.00
Mushroom Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with sliced Mushroom and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$29.00
Pepperoni Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with sliced Pepperoni and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Pepperoni & Mushrooms and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Pepperoni & Sausage and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
Salami Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Salmon and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$29.00
Sausage & Bell Pepper Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Sausage & Bell Peppers and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
Sausage & Mushroom Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Sausage & Mushrooms and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
Sausage Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Sausage and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$29.00
Special Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, bell pepper, black olives, onion, meatball and covered in Mozzarella Cheese. (No Substitutions)
US$34.00
Vegetarian Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with mushroom, onion, bell pepper,s, black olives and covered in Mozzarella Cheese. (No Substitutions)
US$31.00
Works Pizza
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, and your choice of onions or anchovies then covered in Mozzarella Cheese (No Substitutions)
US$31.00
TWO TOPPING PIZZA (Create Your Own)
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Your choice of 2 toppings and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$30.00
THREE TOPPINGS PIZZA (Create Your Own)
Pizza dough with pizza sauce added then topped with Your choice of 3 toppings and covered in Mozzarella Cheese.
US$34.00

Sandwiches

Capicola (Italian Ham) Sandwich
Thin Sliced Capicola (Italian Ham) Provolone Cheese served on a Italian roll topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and oregano. Served hot or as a cold sandwich.
US$13.75
Cheese Sandwich
Provolone, American and Swiss cheese, served on a Italian roll topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and oregano. Served hot or as a cold sandwich.
US$12.20
Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich
Breaded Chicken Breast Layered with Marinara sauce, Mozzarella, Romana cheese & Mushrooms baked and served on a Italian roll
US$16.75
Eggplant Parmigiana Sandwich
Breaded Eggplant slices Layered with Marinara sauce, Mozzarella cheese, Romana cheese, Mushrooms baked and served on a Italian roll.
US$15.75
Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Hickory-Smoked Ham, Swiss cheese served on a Italian roll topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and oregano. Served hot or as a cold sandwich.
US$13.20
Ham Sandwich
Hickory-Smoked Ham served on a Italian roll topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil and oregano. Served hot or as a cold sandwich.
US$12.50
Italian Sausage Sandwich
Our homemade Italian Sausage and Onions Baked on a Italian roll and smothered in Marinara sauce sub Meat sauce upon request.
US$13.50
Meatball Sandwich
Our Famous Homemade Meatball quartered and Onions Baked on a Italian roll and smothered in Marinara sauce sub Meat sauce upon request.
US$13.50
Pepper Steak Sandwich
Thin-Sliced Steak with Sautéed Bell Peppers, Onions and Marinara sauce topped with Mozzarella Cheese, served on a Italian roll.
US$15.75
Torpedo Sandwich
Hard Salami, Cotto Salami, Mortadella Meat and Provolone Cheese, served on a Italian Roll topped with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Oil and Oregano. Served Hot or as a Cold Sandwich.
US$11.50
Super Torpedo Sandwich
Made the same as our signature Torpedo sandwich only all ingredients are doubled.
US$17.75

Salad, Soup & Garlic Bread

Small Dinner Salad
Crisp Lettuce, Tomatoes, Green Olives, and a Mixture of Kidney beans with Garbanzo beans. Served with Creamy Italian Dressing on the side unless specified otherwise. Small Serves 1 to 2 people.
US$9.95
Large Dinner Salad
Crisp Lettuce, Tomatoes, Green Olives, and a Mixture of Kidney beans with Garbanzo beans. Served with Creamy Italian Dressing on the side unless specified otherwise. Large Serves 3 to 4 people.
US$14.00
Small Dinner Salad With Chicken
Crisp Lettuce, Tomatoes, Green Olives, and a Mixture of Kidney beans with Garbanzo beans topped with Grilled Chicken. Served with Creamy Italian Dressing on the side unless specified otherwise. Small Serves 1 to 2 people.
US$17.90
Large Dinner Salad With Chicken
Crisp Lettuce, Tomatoes, Green Olives, and a Mixture of Kidney beans with Garbanzo beans topped with Grilled Chicken. Served with Creamy Italian Dressing on the side unless specified otherwise. Large Serves 3 to 4 people.
US$21.95
Small Caesar Salad
Crisp Romaine lettuce, tossed with croutons, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. Small Serves 1 to 2 people.
US$12.50
Large Caesar Salad
Crisp Romaine lettuce, tossed with croutons, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. Large Serves 3 to 4 people.
US$16.50
Small Caesar Salad With Chicken
Crisp Romaine lettuce, tossed with croutons, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. Topped with Grilled Chicken. Small Serves 1 to 2 people.
US$20.45
Large Caesar Salad With Chicken
Crisp Romaine lettuce, tossed with croutons, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. Topped with Grilled Chicken. Large Serves 3 to 4 people.
US$24.45
Small Antipasto Salad
A Vibrant mix of Lettuce, Green Olives, Ham, Salami, Pepperoni, Cheese Cubes, Tomatoes, Peppercini, and Marinated Vegetables. Served with Creamy Italian Dressing on the side unless specified otherwise. Small Serves 1 to 2 people.
US$14.75
Large Antipasto Salad
A Vibrant mix of Lettuce, Green Olives, Ham, Salami, Pepperoni, Cheese Cubes, Tomatoes, Peppercini, and Marinated Vegetables. Served with Creamy Italian Dressing on the side unless specified otherwise. Large Serves 3 to 4 people.
US$20.00
Special Antipasto (Serves 10-12)
A Vibrant mix of Lettuce, Green Olives, Ham, Salami, Pepperoni, Cheese Cubes, Tomatoes, Peppercini, and Marinated Vegetables. Served with Italian Dressing on the side unless specified otherwise.
US$33.50
Caprese Salad
Creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy seasonal tomatoes, generous amount of basil leave, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
US$13.75
Garlic Bread
Large Italian Roll topped with garlic butter and baked. Served with Marinara sauce upon request.
US$7.00
Garlic Bread With Cheese
Large Italian Roll covered with garlic butter and topped with fresh Wozzarella cheese then baked. Served with Marinara sauce upon request.
US$9.75
Bowl Of Minestrone Soup
An Italian Staple Fresh Vegetables, Beans, and Pasta in an Herb-Infused Tomato Broth. Sereved with a French Bread Dinner Roll
US$8.50

Pasta

Combo Plate
Pick any two of the following items. Lasagna, Ravioli, or Spaghetti Served with Meat Sauce unless specified otherwise. You can add Sausage or a meatball for a additional price.
US$19.75
Fettuccini Alfredo
Tender fettuccine noodles in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce.
US$22.50
Lasagna
Mamma's recipe. A Large portion of layered noodles, ricotta and mozzarella cheese then covered with your choice of meat or marinara sauce and baked to perfection.
US$18.75
Mostaccioli
A smooth, tube-shaped pasta served with your choice of meat or vegetarian marinara sauce.
US$17.00
Linguini Red Sauce W/Clams
Baby Clams, Sautéed in a Red Sauce served over a bed of Linguini.
US$24.50
Linguini White W/Clams
Baby Clams, Sautéed in Oliv Oil, Clam Juie, Garlic & Spices served over a bed of Linguini Noodles.
US$24.50
Pasta Primavera
Fettuccine Pasta w/ Mixed Garden Vegetables & Mushrooms Sauteed in a Blend of Olive Oil, Butter & Marsala Wine.
US$21.00
Ravioli
You have a choice of a distinct ravioli filling, each offering a unique flavor. Served with your choice of meat or vegetarian marinara sauce.
US$16.25
Rigatoni
A ridged, tube-shaped pasta. Served with your choice of meat or vegetarian marinara sauce.
US$17.00
Shells
Medium size Pasta Shells served with your choice of meat or vegetarian marinara sauce.
US$17.00
Shrimp Filippi
Linguine Pasta w/ Shrimp, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Garlic & Scallions Sauteed in Olive Oil, Butter & Marsala Wine.
US$24.50
Spaghetti
Generous portion of imported spaghetti served with your choice of meat or vegetarian marinara sauce.
US$14.70
1/2 Order Of Fettuccini Alfredo (Kids)
US$14.50
1/2 Order Of Lasagna (Kids)
US$13.50
1/2 Order Of Ravioli (Kids)
US$12.50
1/2 Order Of Spaghetti (Kids)
US$11.00
Add Cheesy Bread To Pasta
US$9.75
Add Garlic Bread To Pasta
US$7.00

Dinners

Veal Parmigiana A La Carte
Thinly Sliced Veal Cutlets that are Lightly Floured, and Pan-Fried then Baked with Mushrooms and Cheese, with a Pasta and Sauce of your choice.
US$25.50
Veal Parmigiana Dinner
Thinly Sliced Veal Cutlets that are Lightly Floured, and Pan-Fried then Baked with Mushrooms and Cheese, with a Pasta and Sauce of your choice. Includes a Cup of Minestrone Soup, Dinner Salad, and Garlic Bread.
US$30.50
Veal Scaloppini A La Carte
Thinly Sliced Veal Cutlets that are Lightly Floured, and Pan-Fried, Then cooked with Mushrooms, Onions in a Red Tomato and Wine Sauce. Served with a pasta of your choice.
US$25.50
Veal Scaloppini Dinner
Thinly Sliced Veal Cutlets that are Lightly Floured, and Pan-Fried, Then cooked with Mushrooms, Onions in a Red Tomato and Wine Sauce. Served with a pasta of your choice. Includes a Cup of Minestrone Soup, Dinner Salad, and Garlic Bread.
US$30.50
Eggplant Parm A La Carte
Breaded Eggplant Slices Covered with Sauce, Mozzarella, and Parmesan Cheese and baked. Served with a Pasta and Sauce of your choice.
US$23.50
Eggplant Parmigiana Dinner
Breaded Eggplant Slices Covered with Sauce, Mozzarella, and Parmesan Cheese and baked. Served with a Pasta and Sauce of your choice. Includes a Cup of Minestrone Soup, Dinner Salad, and Garlic Bread.
US$28.50
Chicken Parmigiana A La Carte
Breaded Chicken Breast Baked with Marinara sauce, Mushrooms and Mozzarella Cheese, served with a Pasta and Sauce of your choice.
US$23.50
Chicken Parmigiana Dinner
Breaded Chicken Breast Baked with Marinara sauce, Mushrooms and Mozzarella Cheese, served with a Pasta and Sauce of your choice. Includes a Cup of Minestrone Soup, Dinner Salad, and Garlic Bread.
US$28.50

Dessert

Cannoli
US$8.00
Tiramisu
US$7.50
Cheesecake
US$8.50
Oreo Cheesecake
US$8.50
Raspberry Cheesecake
US$8.50
Snickers Cheesecake
US$8.50
Carrot Cake
US$8.50
Chocolate Cake
US$8.50
Spumoni Ice Cream
US$7.50

Side Orders

Dinner Roll Side
One French Bread Dinner Roll.
US$1.75
Meatball Side In Meat Sauce Served With A French Bread Dinner Roll.
US$5.75
Italian Sausage Side In Meat Sauce Served With A French Bread Dinner Roll.
US$5.75

Off Menu Sides

Side Black Olives
US$3.00
Side Cherry Tomato
US$1.00
Side Croutons
US$0.50
Side Green Olives (12)
US$3.50
Side Green Olives (8)
US$3.00
Side Grilled Chix
US$7.95
Side Jalapenos
US$3.50
Side Pepperoncini
US$1.00
Side Sausage, Bell Pepper & Onions
US$9.75
Side Shrimp
US$7.95
Side Sun-Dried Tomato
US$7.00

Canned Sodas

7Up Can
US$3.00
7Up Zero Can
US$3.00
Coke Can
US$3.00
Diet Coke Can
US$3.00
Dr. Pepper Can
US$3.00
Dr. Pepper Diet Can
US$3.00
Ginger Ale Can
US$3.00
Pepsi Can
US$3.00
Sprite Can
US$3.00
Sunkist Orange Can
US$3.00
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