Nocciola Menu (2025 Update)

Welcome to Nocciola, a hidden gem nestled in Ojai, California, where Italian culinary traditions meet modern gastronomy. The menu is thoughtfully curated, featuring exquisite pasta dishes that are sure to captivate any food lover. Highlights include the Plin beef tenderloin ravioli, which showcases tender meat enveloped in delicate pasta, and the slow-roasted duck ragu tagliatelle, bursting with rich flavors.

For those seeking a true culinary adventure, the Degustazione offers a remarkable five-course tasting menu, designed by the chef, delivering a symphony of flavors for $130.

The antipasti section is equally impressive, with items like the seared sea scallops and beef tenderloin tartar stealing the spotlight. Each dish reflects Nocciola's commitment to quality ingredients and innovative preparation, inviting guests to indulge in a memorable dining experience.

Located at 314 El Paseo Rd, Ojai, CA, Nocciola is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of food.

Antipasti

Rucoletta

Arugula, artichokes, almonds, piave, lemon dressing

US$19.00

Cesare

Little gems, endives, croutons, marinated anchovies, caesar dressing

US$20.00

Crescione

Watercress, avocado, hearts of palm, pine nuts, grana wafer, balsamic-mustard emulsion

US$21.00

Bietole

Roasted beets, hazelnuts, orange, parsley-creme fraiche

US$18.00

Carpaccio d'Orata

Seabream, cucumber, capers, lemon-thime and bell peppers coulis

US$26.00

Battuta

Beef tenderloin tartar, shallots, quail egg

US$24.00

Capesante

Seared sea scallops, parmesan fondue, truffle perlage

US$31.00

Quaglia

Pan roasted quail, polenta, porcini, marsala reduction

US$29.00

Polipo

Grilled octopus, caponata, bagnacauda

US$29.00

Zuppa

Soup of the day

US$18.00

Spaghetti

Roma tomato fillets, almond pesto, basil

US$33.00

Casoncelli

Roasted beets ravioli, poppy seeds, piave, brown butter

US$35.00

Pappardelle

Slow braised wild boar

US$34.00

Tagliatelle

Slow roasted duck ragu, seasonal mushrooms

US$36.00

Rigatoni

Italian pork sausage, peas, tomato, cream

US$36.00

Plin

beef tenderloin ravioli: rosemary tomato

US$35.00

Mare

Seafood pasta, Daily Preparation

Risotto

Vialone Nano rice with daily preparation

Pasta

Degustazione

5 Course Tasting Menu

Entire table only. Chef's Choice

US$130.00

Anatra

Pan-seared duck breast, balsamic-raspberry glaze

US$49.00

Tagliata

12 oz. Grass-fed NY steak, rosemary-mustard aioli

US$78.00

Agnello

NZ rack of lamb, rhubarb-port demiglace

US$63.00

Braciola di Maiale

Pan-roasted Kurobuta pork chop, grapes-marsala

US$48.00

Pesce

Fresh fish of the day, preparation changes daily

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