L'Opera Menu (2025 Update)
L'Opera, located in Long Beach, CA, offers a variety of Venetian and Italian dishes with a classy ambiance perfect for dinner or group gatherings. The menu features a range of options such as the decadent Carpaccio Classico, fresh Minestrone soup, and flavorful Caesar salad. Customers praise the impeccable service, delicious pastas, and the must-try Tiramisu for dessert. The restaurant also offers vegan and pescatarian options, valet parking, and a full bar with Happy Hour specials. With a focus on quality ingredients and attentive staff, L'Opera provides a memorable dining experience for those looking for an upscale Italian dining experience.
Antipasti
Bruschetta
Pear Tomatoes, Basil, Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil; Grilled Ciabatta Bread
Carpaccio Classico
Thinly Sliced Raw Beef Tenderloin, Arugula, Capers, Shaved Parmigiano, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Calamari Fritti
Deep Fried Calamari; Spicy Marinara Sauce, Tomato Romesco Sauce (romesco sauce contains traces of almonds)
Burrata e Prosciutto Caprese
Local Burrata, Heirloom Tomatoes Slices, Pesto, Prosciutto (pesto contains traces of pine nuts)
Tartara di Tonno*
Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna, Chives, Harissa Aioli, Pink Salt Marinated Cucumber Slices, Kalamata & Pickled Vegetable Tapenade; Served with a Crostini
Cocktail di Gamberi
Chilled Black Tiger Shrimp, Homemade Cocktail Sauce
Salsiccia alla Peperonata*
Grilled Italian Sausage, Perline Cheese, Roasted Bell Peppers, Red Onion, Basil, Garlic Tomato Sauce, Wild Arugula; Grilled Crostini
Minestrone
Seasonal Vegetables, Kidney Beans, Herbs (vegetable broth)
Pasta e Fagioli
Traditional Tuscan White Cannellini Bean & Pasta Soup (prosciutto broth)
Zuppa
Le Insalate
Dell' Opera*
Little Gem Lettuce, Red Onion, Artichokes, Hearts of Palm, Perline Cheese, Fennel, Mixed Herb Honey Dressing
Messalina*
Romaine, Shaved Parmigiano, Anchovy Filet, Garlic Croutons, Homemade Caesar Dressing (dressing contains raw egg)
Degli Innamorati
Baby Greens, Feta, Strawberries, Toasted Almonds, Balsamic Dressing
Tricolore
Endive, Arugula, Raddicchio, Hearts of Palm, Capers, Red Onion, Shaved Parmigiano, Lemon Dressing (dressing contains raw egg)
Ai Legumi
Marinated Quinoa, Cannellini Beans, Garbanzo Beans, Red Kidney Beans, Shallots, Cherry Tomatoes, Sautéed White Kale (warm salad)
Spaghetti ai Frutti di Mare*
Homemade Spaghetti, Clams, Mussels, Shrimp & Seabass Choice of Garlic White Wine or Spicy Tomato Sauce
Rigatoni ai Funghi* ***
Rigatoni, Wild Mushrooms, Shallots, Parmigiano, Garlic White Wine Sauce
Rigatoni al Ragu di Anatra*
Rigatoni, Duck Ragu, Crispy Onion, Goat Cheese
Penne All' Arrabbiata* ***
Penne, Roasted Garlic, Spicy Chopped Roma Tomato Sauce, Romano & Burrata Cheese
Pasta Romana* ***
Homemade Spaghetti, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Black Pepper, Pecorino Cheese
Cappellacci di Zucca
Homemade Ravioli Stuffed with Butternut Squash & Ricotta; Spicy Marinara, Brown Butter Sage Sauce, Shaved Parmigiano (contains small traces of pine nuts & walnuts)
Lasagna di Pollo
Homemade Sheet Pasta, Chicken Ragu, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Parmigiano, Spicy Tomato & Pesto Cream Sauces (pesto contains traces of pine nuts)
Lombardi
Homemade Ravioli Stuffed with Red Wine Braised Short Rib of Beef & Ricotta; Gorgonzola, Green Pea & Broccolini Cream Sauce
Ragu di Lasagne
Homemade Sheet Pasta, Italian Sausage & Beef Ragu, Mozzarella, Provolone, Ricotta, Parmigiano; Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce
Gnudi Agli Spinaci*
Spinach, Ricotta & Parmigiano Cheese; Brown Butter Sage Sauce, Shaved Parmigiano (Gnudi is ravioli filling without pasta. Both options are gluten-free)
Gnudi ai Funghi*
Mushrooms, Ricotta & Parmigiano Cheese; Alfredo Sauce, Crispy Prosciutto & Broccolini Florets (Gnudi is ravioli filling without pasta. Both options are gluten-free)
Pasta
Secondi Piatti
Bistecca di Tomahawk*
Grilled 52 oz Bone In Ribeye Steak, Italian Chimichurri Sauce, Roasted Carrots, Homemade Spaghetti Romana
Filetto con Salsa Demi Glace ai Funghi*
Grilled Filet Mignon, Beech Mushroom Sauce; Spinach & Crispy Polenta
Pollo Parmigiano*
Breaded Chicken Breast, Basil Pesto Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmigiano; Penne, Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce & Baby Vegetables (pesto contains traces of pine nuts)
Agnello ai Carciofi (Gluten Free No Sauce)
New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Deep Fried Baby Artichoke Hearts, Balsamic Mint Reduction; Patate al Parmigiano, Spinach
Scaloppine Piccata
Thin Slices of Veal, Lemon, Caper, Cream Sauce; Penne, Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce & Baby Vegetables
Salmone Dorato
Sustainably Raised Salmon, Shaved Apple & Fennel, Watercress, Cider Mustard Sauce; Fingerling Potatoes, Leeks, Smoked Pancetta (Italian bacon)
Broccoli Saltati
Sautéed Broccoli, Bell Pepper, Shallots, Garlic, Basil
Cavoletti di Bruxelles*
Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta, Gorgonzola, Balsamic Reduction, Breadcrumbs
Spinaci All' Aglio*
Sautéed Spinach, Raisins, Pinenuts, Garlic, Gorgonzola
Carote Arrostite
Mixed Herb Marinated Roasted Carrots, Roasted Beet Sauce
Patate Fritte al Tartufo
Smashed & Fried Fingerling Potatoes, Truffle Oil, Parmigiano, Bell Pepper Caper Aioli