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From Louise's Trattoria's website

From Louise's Trattoria's website

Louise's Trattoria

Italian · Santa Monica

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What to order

from the menu

Cacio e Pepe

Spaghetti, black pepper, lemon, chili flake, garlic, Parmigiano

Pasta$18.50

Spaghetti with Meatballs

Louise’s original tomato sauce, Nonna’s meatballs

Pasta$26.50

Parmigiana

Parmigiana breaded chicken, house tomato sauce, mozzarella, linguine

Chicken & Beef$26.50

Lasagna Classico

Mozzarella, bolognese, ricotta, parsley, aged Parmigiano Reggiano

Al Forno$25

Classic Pepperoni (10"/14"/16")

Traditional Naples-style thin crust, mozzarella, pepperoni

Pizzas

Village Special (10"/14"/16")

Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, sweet onions, mozzarella

Pizzas

Italian — food to try

4 on this menu

  1. Cacio e pepe✓ On the menu · $18.50

    Pecorino, black pepper, pasta water. Three ingredients, nowhere to hide.

  2. Lasagna✓ On the menu · $25

    Layered and baked — the dish most kitchens make ahead and are proud of.

    Here it's “Lasagna Classico”.

  3. Chicken parm✓ On the menu · $26.50

    The Italian-American classic. Ask if the cutlet is pounded to order.

    Here it's “Parmigiana”.

  4. Tiramisu✓ On the menu · $10

    Espresso-soaked and unbaked — the right way to end.

Menu

from the website · 2026-09-02

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Small Bites

  • Minestrone GF/VGF · VMade from scratch daily$5.50
  • Minestrone GF/VGF · VMade from scratch daily$9.50
  • Marinated Olive GFGFOlive Trio, herb confit$7.00
  • Oven-Roasted Cauliflower GF/VGF · VFresh herbs, Parmigiano$16.00
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts GFGFBalsamic reduction, crispy bacon$16.00
  • Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese GFGFLocal goat cheese, EVOO, toasted pine nuts, balsamic glaze$17.00
  • Nonna’s MeatballsLean sirloin with fresh herbs and Parmigiano Reggiano, tomato sauce, seasoned ricotta$17.50
  • Burrata & ArugulaBruschetta, balsamic vinegar$20.00
  • Crab CakesLump crab meat, panko, aioli + herbs, red pepper remoulade, avocado relish$22.00
  • Ahi TartareSashimi-grade tuna, avocado, red onion, cilantro, wonton chips$22.00

Greens

  • Caesar** VVParmigiano, toasted garlic croutons, Caesar** dressing$18.00
  • Louise’s Chop VVRoma tomato, bell peppers, cucumber, garbanzo beans, mozzarella, crispy onion, pepperoncini, house vinaigrette$19.00
  • Mista GF/VFGF · VBaby organic lettuce, beets, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, balsamic vinaigrette, Gorgonzola$18.00
  • BBQ Chicken ChopRoma tomato, bell peppers, cucumber, garbanzo beans, mozzarella, crispy onion, pepperoncini, balsamic vinaigrette, BBQ chicken$23.00
  • Sicilian Cobb GFGFTomatoes, smoked bacon, Gorgonzola, grilled chicken, avocado, scallions, chopped egg, Gorgonzola dressing$23.00
  • Thai ChickenBaby lettuce, mango, bell pepper, wontons, peanuts, avocado, cilantro, marinated chicken, spicy Thai peanut dressing$23.00
  • Sesame Ahi TunaOrganic greens, cilantro, scallions, mandarins, bell peppers, carrots, crispy wonton, sesame-ginger vinaigrette$25.00

Seafood

  • Linguine with ClamsClams, scallions, fresh tomato, olive oil, white wine, parsley, garlic$24.50
  • Garlic ShrimpAngel hair pasta, garlic, butter, diced tomato, touch of cream$29.00
  • Linguine PescatoreScallops, prawns, clams, mussels, fresh fish, garlic tomato sauce$31.00
  • Sea BassPan-seared sea bass, pepperonata, pesto sauce, angel hair aglio olio$32.00
  • Grilled SalmonFresh Atlantic salmon, chardonnay sauce, garlic mashed potatoes, fire-roasted seasonal vegetables$32.00
  • CioppinoTraditional Italian seafood stew with clams, mussels, scallops, salmon and shrimp in a tomato and fresh herb broth. Served with garlic crostini$34.00

Chicken & Beef

  • Brick-PressedHalf chicken, lemon rub, garlic spinach, rosemary potatoes$26.50
  • MilanesePecorino crusted chicken, lemon zest, organic arugula, bruschetta, garlic mashed potatoes, market vegetables$26.50
  • PiccataTender chicken breast, lemon, butter, capers, shallots, chardonnay sauce, garlic mashed, market vegetables$26.50
  • MarsalaTender chicken breast, fresh herbs, shallots, Marsala wine, mushrooms, garlic mashed, market vegetables$26.50
  • ParmigianaParmigiana breaded chicken, house tomato sauce, mozzarella, linguine$26.50
  • Short Rib TagliatelleSlow-braised beef short rib, red wine ragu, fresh tagliatella$34.00
  • Ribeye SteakUSDA Choice ribeye, market vegetables, garlic mashed$39.00

Pasta

  • Cacio e PepeSpaghetti, black pepper, lemon, chili flake, garlic, Parmigiano$18.50
  • Angel Hair PomodoroAngel hair, tomato and basil bruschetta, Parmigiano$18.50
  • Penne Pasta VFArrabbiata ( spicy ), Marinara, or Pomodoro$18.50
  • Penne AsparagusAsparagus, mushrooms, fresh Roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, pesto, and Grana Padano$19.50
  • Fettuccine AlfredoFresh fettuccine pasta, cream, butter, Parmigiano Reggiano$22.50
  • Rigatoni Bolognese VFSirloin and pork red wine ragu, Parmigiano$23.50
  • Pappardelle & Italian SausageSpicy sausage, plum tomatoes, garlic, herbs, bolognese, cream$26.50
  • Fettuccine ChickenSautéed chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, scallions tossed in a chardonnay cream sauce$26.50
  • Spaghetti with MeatballsLouise’s original tomato sauce, Nonna’s meatballs$26.50
  • Scampi LinguiniPan-seared garlic shrimp, brown butter + lemon cream, chili flake, Parmigiano$29.00
  • Jambalaya SpicyShrimp, spicy Italian sausage, chicken, mushrooms, scallions, served in a light tomato garlic cream sauce, Cajun spices$29.00

Al Forno

  • 4-Cheese Ravioli VVPasta pillows, filled with seasoned ricotta, mascarpone, parmigiano + Grana Served Ala Tomato or Al Forno$25.00
  • Lasagna ClassicoMozzarella, bolognese, ricotta, parsley, aged Parmigiano Reggiano$25.00

Pizzas

  • Cheese V (10"/14"/16")VLouise’s pizza sauce, whole milk mozzarella
  • Margherita V (10"/14"/16")VMozzarella, Roma tomatoes, organic basil
  • Classic Pepperoni (10"/14"/16")Traditional Naples-style thin crust, mozzarella, pepperoni
  • Roasted Vegetables V (10"/14"/16")VMushrooms, sweet peppers, red onion, mozzarella, roasted tomatoes
  • Village Special (10"/14"/16")Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, sweet onions, mozzarella
  • BBQ Chicken (10"/14"/16")BBQ chicken, red onions, mozzarella, smoked Gouda, BBQ sauce, cilantro

Pizza Toppings

  • On Top (10" 3 each / 14" or 16" 4.5 each)artichokes / bell peppers / Brussels sprouts / garlic / Gouda / Italian sausage / olives / organic basiI / pepperoni / roasted tomatoes / sliced mushrooms / spinach / sweet onions / Roma tomatoes

Italian Sandwiches

  • Italian Roast BeefThinly sliced Chicago-style beef piled high, sweet peppers, served au jus$19.00
  • Chicken ParmigianaCrispy chicken breast, house-made marinara, mozzarella, basil$19.00
  • The MeatballNonna’s scratch-made all-beef meatballs, marinara, mozzarella$18.00
  • Chicken CutletCrispy chicken breast, Caesar aioli, arugula, shaved Parmesan, lemon zest$18.00
  • The SicilianGenoa salami, pepperoni, mortadella, provolone, tomato, onion, pepperoncini, shredded lettuce, Italian vinaigrette$18.00
  • Chicken PestoGrilled chicken breast, provolone, pesto, tomato, aioli$18.00

Sweets

  • Hope’s Cookie$3.50
  • Salted Brownie$5.00
  • Tiramisu$10.00
  • Triple layer Chocolate Cake$10.00
  • Italian Lemon Cake$10.00
  • Raspberry Cheesecake$10.00

1008 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA, 90403

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