Welcome to Alejo's Presto Trattoria where our family's century old recipes creates entrees brought from our family's kitchen to your table with joy and gratitude for dining with us. Mangia! Grazie
Mozzarella Marina
$9.00
Fresh and creamy mozzarella cheese delicately fried and accompanied with our house made marinara sauce
Prosciutto with Cantaloupe
An Italian tradition. Thin slices of tender Prosciutto and sweet, juicy cantaloupe
Fresh from the sea Calamari lightly breaded with fresh seasonings and gently fried
Garlic Bread
Our daily freshly baked bread is adorned with fresh garlic, olive oil and seasonings
$2.95
$4.95
Garlic Bread with Mozzarella Cheese
Our delicious garlic bread with freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
$3.95
$5.95
Salads
Add freshly grilled chicken to any salad - Small $2.50 / Large $3.95
Chopped Italian Salad
Garden fresh lettuce finely chopped, garbanzo beans, vine ripe tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, salami and served with our house made dressing
Small$8.95
Large$10.95
Alejo's Salad
Our chopped Italian salad takes it up a notch by adding turkey, bacon, red cabbage and our house made dressing
Small$10.95
Large$12.95
Caesar Salad (Traditional)
Fresh romaine lettuce, croutons, anchovies and our special Caesar dressing. (No anchovies with added chicken)
Small$7.00
Large$9.00
House Salad
The basics; fresh romaine lettuce, vine ripened tomatoes, baked croutons and our house made dressing
Small$5.50
Large$6.50
Mixed Green Salad
Mix it up with fresh romaine and crispy iceberg lettuce, vine ripened tomatoes, garbanzo beans, red cabbage and our signature salad dressing
Small$6.50
Large$8.50
Soups
Minestrone Soup
$5.95
Fresh garden vegetables brimming with herbs in a delicious broth and an aroma that says "Mama Mia"!
Zuppa a la Ortolana
$5.95
A flavorful and savory puree of fresh garden vegetables. Divine!
Alejo's Pizzas & Calzones
Alejo's Pizzas
Our pizza dough is made fresh daily, kneaded by hand, and your pizza is baked in our special brick oven to ensure the perfect crisp on the crust, the ideal melt of the cheese, and the taste of the toppings. All our pizzas feature freshly grated mozzarella cheese and our homemade tomato sauce. Pizzas are 10" and 14" inches
Pizza Alejo
Fresh from the sea shrimp and clams with the rich added flavor of roasted peppers
10"$13.95
14"$19.00
Pizza Claudia
An exotic combination befitting Claudia with ham, anchovies, roasted peppers, black olives
10"$13.95
14"$19.00
Pizza Raviata
You will rave with this creation! Tender veal, roasted peppers, black olives, crushed chilies
10"$13.95
14"$19.00
Pizza Primavera
A medley of garden fresh vegetables; carrots, broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, black olives (deliciously healthy and tastes fabulous)
Basic ingredients are mozzarella cheese inside and house made marinara sauce on the side and your choice of 2 regular toppings or 1 Gourmet topping
Regular Toppings
Pepperoni, sausage, onions, bell peppers, vine ripe tomatoes, ham, black olives, mushrooms, pineapple, Ricotta cheese
(per topping)$1.75
Gourmet Toppings
Prepared to order meat sauce, house made meat balls, garden fresh spinach, baked chicken
(per topping)$2.95
Poultry Specialties
Chicken Marsala
$18.50
Fork tender breast of chicken medallions bathing in a rich savory aromatic Marsala Wine sauce of fresh garlic, garden fresh mushrooms and flavorful herbs
Chicken Piccata
$18.50
Delicately prepared breast of chicken medallions anointed with capers, fresh lemon, fresh garlic, white wine, and an accent of complimentary herbs and seasonings
Chicken Parmigiana
$18.50
Lightly breaded chicken dressed in an attire of selected seasoning with a "top hat" of our house made marinara sauce, creamy mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection
Chicken Cacciatore
$18.50
Baked chicken amidst a "rainbow" of colors with garden fresh red peppers, onions, mushrooms, flavorful herbs and our house made marinara sauce
Pollo al Forno
$18.50
Baked chicken with colorful red peppers and tasty onions
Veal Delicacies
Veal Marsala
$21.95
Tender veal medallions in our rich savory aromatic Marsala Wine sauce of fresh garlic, garden fresh mushrooms and selected herbs to enhance the flavor and taste
Veal Piccata
$21.95
Gently prepared veal medallions with capers, fresh lemon, fresh garlic, white wine and carefully chosen herbs to compliment this delicacy
Veal Parmigiana
$21.95
Lightly breaded veal medallions coated with an array of seasonings, our house made marinara sauce, creamy mozzarella cheese and baked to glowing perfection
Exceptional Eggplant
The above below are served with a side choice of Spaghetti Pomodoro, steamed fresh from the garden vegetables, or Linguine al Olio. Substitute the marinara sauce for Pesto, Alfredo, or A La Checca, $2.50 additional. Made to order Alejo's Meat Sauce, $4.50 additional
Eggplant Parmigiana
$15.95
Garden fresh layers of sliced eggplant dipped in an egg batter "alive" with herbs and seasonings, creamy rich mozzarella cheese, our house made marinara sauce and baked to a golden brown
Eggplant Mama Mia
$17.95
Our Eggplant Parmigiana with tender chicken baked between the layers. Mama Mia!
Alejo's Pasta Creations
Spaghetti Carbonara
You are "in the pink" with our pink sauce combined with tasty bacon and sautéed mushrooms
$10.50
$15.95
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Authentically Italian! Our rolled by hand specially seasoned meatballs and spaghetti
$10.50
$15.95
Spaghetti and Meat Sauce
A house specialty! Meat sauce is prepared per order and ladled over spaghetti
$10.50
$15.95
Spaghetti with Sausage, Onions and Peppers
Flavorful Italian sausage is the perfect "escort" with sautéed onions and peppers
$10.50
$15.95
Spaghetti Pomodoro
House made marinara sauce rich with fresh garlic, fresh basil and other seasonings atop spaghetti
$9.00
$13.95
Lasagna
$15.95
"Layers of pleasure" whether you select beef, chicken and vegetable or vegetable only
Ravioli a la Checca
House made spinach and cheese ravioli with diced vine ripened tomatoes, fresh garlic, fragrant basil and olive oil
$10.50
$15.95
Chicken or Veal Ravioli
House made ravioli filled with ground tender chicken or veal teeming with an array of herbs and spices
$10.50
$15.95
Capelli d'Angelo Primavera
A medley of fresh from the garden vegetables in our house made marinara sauce over angel hair pasta
$10.50
$15.95
Fettuccine al Fungi
Fettuccine, sautéed mushrooms and house made marinara
$10.50
$15.95
Linguine Alfredo
Linguine pasta in our rich and creamy white Alfredo sauce
$10.50
$14.95
Linguine Pesto
Olive oil, fresh garlic, pine nuts and the scent of fresh basil are blended to perfection linguine pasta. (Additional charge for chicken)
$10.50
$14.95
Linguine al Olio
Experience the scents of freshly picked basil, fresh garlic and olive oil. "Scentsational"! (Additional charge for chicken)
$10.50
$14.95
Gnocchi
The Italian dumpling, made of potato is adorned with both of our flavorful house made Marinara and Alfredo sauces
$9.00
$13.95
Pasta al Burro
Choice of penne, spaghetti or linguine with melted butter and fresh grated parmesan cheese
$7.95
$11.95
Alejo's Seafood Presentations
Pescatore
$19.50
Linguine with succulent shrimp, tender clams and flavorful calamari brimming with the flavors of selected herbs, wine, fresh garlic and our house made marinara sauce
Tracciatella
$19.50
Fettuccine with tender chicken, fresh from the sea shrimp and calamari, roasted peppers, onions in an infused collection of garden herbs, wine, fresh garlic and our marinara sauce
Shrimp al Diablo
$19.50
Kick it up a notch with the linguine and fresh shrimp swimming in a spicy combination of herbs, fresh garlic, wine and our house made marinara sauce
Shrimp al Filletto
$19.50
We delicately butterfly the shrimp and immerse it in a sauce of fresh garlic, wine and our marinara sauce. Served with Linguine al Olio
Shrimp Alfredo
$19.50
Linguine pasta and shrimp blend together in a creamy white sauce. Rich and worth it!
Shrimp al Pesto
$19.50
Our house made pesto sauce is in perfect harmony with flavorful shrimp and linguine pasta
Shrimp al Creamy Pesto
$19.50
Pesto "goes creamy" over our shrimp and linguine pasta
Capelli Piponi
$18.50
Tender chicken and succulent shrimp with wine, mushrooms, fresh garlic, onions, herbs and our house made marinara sauce over a bed of delicate angel hair pasta
Linguine a la Mare
$21.50
Indulge your tastes in a combination of shrimp, calamari, swordfish and salmon where the essences of wine, fresh garlic, selected herbs and our marinara sauce creates an aroma befitting this dish as it is displayed atop linguine
Linguine and Clams
$18.50
A traditional Italian dish brimming with rich flavors from the wine, fresh garlic and our marinara sauce as linguine and tender clams unites as one
Calamari Marinara
$18.50
Fresh calamari in a wine and fresh garlic sautée, our house made marinara sauce and linguine – "Now That's Italian"!
Fresh Catch of the Day
Whatever is the freshest, we feature. Prepared grilled Or paired with your choice of sauces; Pesto, A La Checca, Or Filleto and baked to tender perfection. Served with your choice of either a side dish of Linguine al Olio pasta, Or an assortment of gently steamed fresh, garden vegetables
Market Price
Side Orders
Meat Balls (3)
$8.50
Sausages (2) Sautée or with Marinara Sauce
$8.00
Mixed Veggies
$6.95
(Broccoli, Zucchini and Carrots Or Broccoli Only) Steam or Sautee
Spinach
$5.00
Salad Dressing
16oz$8.50
Meat Sauce
16oz$8.95
Marinara Sauce
16oz$7.95
Garlic
16oz$9.95
Alejo's Sweet Surprises
Tiramisu
$5.95
Sponge cake soaked a tiramisu flavored sauce and layered with cream and mascarpone cheese then finished with a dusting of coco
Cheesecake
$5.95
It's not New York
Flan
$5.95
Creamy custard bathing in a pool of rich caramel sauce
Dark Chocolate Amore
$6.95
Heart shaped, sinfully rich gelato chocolate ice cream with a raspberry sorbet center dipped in milk chocolate and streaked with red confection
Turtle
$6.95
Butter cream gelato ice cream rolled in pecans and daringly dipped in pure milk chocolate
Italian Spumone
$7.95
A slice of heaven; Four delicious gelati flavors: strawberry gelato, pistachio gelato with pistachio nuts, sweet rum gelato with maraschino cherries, and the "goddess of gelato"; chocolate with chocolate chips all layered in a vanilla cookie crumb
Alejo's Selected Beverages
San Pellegrino (Blood Orange)
$2.00
Bottled Water
$1.49
Iced Tea, Lemonade and Sodas
$2.49
San Pellegrino Mineral Water
$3.95
$5.95
Salads
House Salad
Small (Serves 6-8)$19.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$29.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$49.00
Mixed Green
Small (Serves 6-8)$25.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$35.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$65.00
Caesar Salad
Small (Serves 6-8)$29.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$47.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$78.00
Chopped Salad
Small (Serves 6-8)$35.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$55.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$99.00
Alejo's Salad
Small (Serves 6-8)$45.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$65.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$115.00
Pasta
Penne (Suggested noodle, holds best for large platters and easy to serve)
Pasta Pomodoro
Small (Serves 6-8)$42.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$62.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$119.00
Pasta
Meat Sauce, Alfredo, Meat Balls, Carbonara, Fungi, Primavera, Al Olio, A Pesto, Checca, Sausage, Onions & Peppers and Raviolis (Sausage, Onions & Peppers is one dish)
Small (Serves 6-8)$49.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$78.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$139.00
Lasagna
Small (Serves 6-8)$49.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$78.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$129.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
Small (Serves 6-8)$36.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$54.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$90.00
Seafood
Pasta a la Mare
Small (Serves 6-8)$69.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$99.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$189.00
Pasta #1
Pescatore, Tracciatella, Shrimp Diablo, Shrimp Alfredo and Shrimp Pesto
Small (Serves 6-8)$65.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$95.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$179.00
Pasta #2
Piponi, Clams, Calamari Marinara
Small (Serves 6-8)$59.00
Medium (Serves 12-15)$89.00
Large (Serves 20-24)$169.00
A la Carte
Add Grilled Chicken to Pasta or Salad: Small $8, Medium $15, Large $21
Chicken Piccata, Marsala or Parmigiana
12 Pieces$48.00
24 Pieces$88.00
Tray of 15 Homemade Meat Balls
$35.00
Tray of 30 Homemade Meat Balls
$65.00
Steam or Sautéed Veggies
Serves 8-12$35.00
Beer
Please Drink Responsibly
Anderson Valley, "Boont" Amber Ale Ale, 5.8%
$6.00
Moretti, Lager Ale, 4.6%
$5.50
Estrella Damm, Lager Ale, 5.4%
$5.50
Heineken, Pale Lager Ale, 5%
$5.50
Sam Adams Boston Lager Ale, 4.9%
$5.50
Corona, Pale Lager Ale, 5.8%
$5.00
Budweiser, American Lager Ale, 5%
$5.00
Bud Light, Lager Ale, 4%
$5.00
Coors Light, Lager Ale, 4.2%
$5.00
Dogtown Duck IPA, Venice Beach Ale, 6.8%
$7.00
Daura Damm, Euro Pale Lager Ale, 5.4%
$5.50
Crafted to remove Gluten
PrankQster, Belgian Golden Ale Ale, 7.6%
$7.00
Wine
House Selections
Red or White
Full Carafe$20.00
Carafe$12.00
Glass$5.00
Italian Red Wines
Ruffino Aziano, Chianti Classico, Italy
Bursts with ripe fruit flavors followed by notes of plum and Morello cherries. Hits of rosemary and tobacco with a long finish and well integrand tannins
$8.00
$32.00
Monte Antico Rosso, Sangiovese, Italy
Fresh fruit with forward berry flavors and a lush finish
$7.50
$30.00
Rosatello Rosso, Red Blend, Italy
Light and fruity red blend with aromas of honeyed fruit and a hint of rose petals. Delicious flavors of raspberries, blueberries and red currants. Served Chilled
$6.50
$24.00
Chianti, Toscolo, Tuscany
Old world light and rustic with soft tannins
$7.00
$28.00
Cabernet Sauvignon
Franciscan, Napa Valley
$48.00
Dark cherry, clove, blackberry and violets open up in the glass followed by traces of tobacco. Hints of vanilla and cocoa add complexity to the rich aroma. Smooth and textural, with generous body and supple tannins
Rabble, Paso Robles
Burst of black currant and explosions of savory spice deHver power and boldness while the beauty of acidity and dark chocolate balance the finish
$9.00
$36.00
J, Lohr, Paso Robles
Big, rich berry flavors with hints of cassis and chocolate on the finish
$8.50
$32.00
La Playa, Chile
Delightful fruit flavors of black cherry and raspberry complemented with rich, soft flavors of plum and spice Merlot
$7.00
$26.00
Merlot
La Playa, Chile
Soft, velvety, cherry flavors with a Jammy smooth finish
$7.00
$26.00
Pinot Noir
Parker Station, Santa Barbara
Prominent cherry and cranberry fruit flavors complemented by notes of earth and spice
$8.00
$32.00
Interesting Reds
Colores del Sol (Malbec), Mendoza Argentina
Medium-bodied, dry red with strong impressions of dark fruits on the nose on palate. Sweet oak and mocha with hints of cinnamon and tobacco round both the finish
$7.50
$28.00
Pinks
Sofia, Rose, Monterey County
Stylish. A fragrant perfume of fresh strawberries and rose pedals precede ripe, juicy flavors of cherry, raspberry and citrus zest. This wine is fruity yet dry
$8.00
$30.00
Canyon Road, White Zinfandel
Pale pink in color and showcases refreshing aromas of apple, peach and pear supported by a core of fresh citrus
$7.00
$28.00
Italian White Wines
Folonari delle Venezie, Pinot Grigio, Italy
Fresh Fruit, flavors of melon and pineapple with a clean crisp finish
$7.00
$24.00
Rosatello, Moscato, Italy
Irresistible aromas of citrus and a touch of mint. Flavors of juicy peaches and candied orange. Served Chilled
$6.00
$22.00
Chardonnay
Franciscan, Napa Valley
Flintiy mineral notes with hints of pear and vanilla bean, followed bu toasted hazelnuts and Meyer lemon curd. Lovely, creamy, and vibrant with honeycrisp apple and pear fruit
$8.50
$34.00
La Playa, Chile
Delicate floral aromas with light melon and honeydew flavors
Alejo’s Presto Italian Restaurant has always been a family business and we treat everyone here like one of our own. We love to share our favorite homemade dishes with you. We serve a variety of traditional Italian favorites, such as the Eggplant Parmesan and the Linguine Alfredo. You can also never go wrong with the Alejo’s Pizza, which is a hand-made brick oven pizza with shrimp, clams, and roasted peppers.