Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar Menu

Welcome to Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar, a hidden gem nestled in scenic San Juan Capistrano. This inviting eatery blends a warm ambiance with a diverse menu, showcasing culinary delights for every palate.

For lunch, indulge in the Pollo Marsala served over delicate angel hair pasta or savor the flavorful Fettuccini Toscana. Don't miss the robust 1 Pound Kalamata Olive Dip that's perfect for sharing. As evening descends, the menu transitions to elegant dinner options like the Small Caesar Salad and large, vibrant Greek Salad, accompanied by exceptional service.

What sets Tannins apart is its comprehensive wine selection alongside sumptuous dishes. Customers rave about the cozy interiors and outdoor seating, perfect for gatherings. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Tannins offers an exceptional dining experience you won't want to miss!

Dinner - Starters

Calamari Fritti

Lightly dusted and fried. Served with an arrabbiata dipping sauce.

$17.00

Cauliflower

Lightly dusted and fried. Served with chimichurri dipping sauce.

$14.00

Artisan Cheese Board

Goat, brie, blue, white Cheddar, smoked Gouda and Asiago cheeses with grapes, berries, candied pecans and honey crostini.

$20.00

Scampi

Shrimp sautéed in olive oil, garlic, butter, pepper flakes and fresh tomato.

$18.00

Bruschetta

Lightly toasted Italian bread, topped with chopped tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, capers, Kalamata olives, basil and Parmesan cheese.

$11.00

Minestrone Soup

$7.00

Insalata Burrata

Seasonal tomato, Sorrento burrata, fresh basil and balsamico de Modena.

$16.00

Small Caesar Salad

Green leaf & iceberg mix, croutons and shaved Parmesan cheese. Caesar dressing.

$7.00

Large Caesar Salad

Green Leaf & Iceberg mix, croutons and shaved parmesan cheese. Caesar dressing

$13.00

Small Tannins Salad

Mixed greens, garbanzo beans, shallots, capers, tomato and avocado. Poppy seed dressing.

$8.00

Large Tannins Salad

Mixed greens, garbanzo beans, shallots, capers, tomato and avocado. Poppy seed dressing

$15.00

Small Spinach Salad

Fresh spinach, candied pecans, blue cheese crumbles and Granny Smith apples. Sherry vinaigrette.

$8.00

Large Spinach Salad

Fresh spinach, candied pecans, blue cheese crumbles and Granny Smith apples. Sherry vinaigrette

$15.00

Small Greek Salad

Green leaf and iceberg lettuce, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, red onions, cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, pepperoncini's. Herb vinaigrette dressing.

$8.00

Large Greek Salad

Green leaf and Iceberg lettuce, feta cheese, kalamata olives, red onions, cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, pepperoncini's. Herb vinaigrette dressing

$15.00

Small Chop Chop

Shredded green leaf and iceberg, English peas, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, blue cheese, bacon, green onions, provolone cheese, salami, Kalamata olives. Herb vinaigrette.

$9.00

Large Chop Chop

Shredded green leaf and iceberg, English peas, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, blue cheese, bacon, green onions, provolone cheese, salami, Kalamata olives. Herb vinaigrette.

$17.00

Dinner - Salads

Dinner - Entrée

Harris Ranch Flat Iron Steak

8 oz prime Harris ranch flat iron steak served with seasonal vegetables and roasted red potatoes, topped with goat cheese, demi glaze and chimichurri sauce on the side.

$34.00

Lamb Chops

Grilled lamb chops, asparagus, roasted red potato and demi glace.

$34.00

Filet Mignon

Roasted red potato, garlic spinach, demi glace and blue cheese herb butter.

$41.00

Seafood Linguini

Fresh clams, calamari, prawns and lightly spicy marinara sauce.

$30.00

Grilled Atlantic Salmon

Peperonata and garlic mixed fresh seasonal vegetables.

$29.00

Eggplant Parmesan

Layers of breaded eggplant and marinara sauce. Choice of linguini or local garlic veggies.

$26.00

Chicken Parmesan

Breaded breast of chicken, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese & marinara. Choice of linguini or local garlic veggies.

$27.00

Chicken Picatta

Chicken sautéed in butter with a lemon, white wine caper sauce. Choice of linguini or local garlic veggies.

$27.00

Chicken Marsala

Chicken sautéed with butter, sliced mushrooms and Marsala wine. Choice of linguini or local garlic veggies.

$27.00

Lava Cake

Chocolate cake with a warm Molten fudge center served with vanilla bean ice cream and fresh seasonal berries.

$12.00

Verona Tiramisu

Savoiardi soaked in Kahlua with cialda caffe and soft mascarpone cream, creates an unbeatable contrast of flavors and textures. Served with fresh whipped cream and seasonal berries.

$12.00

Home-Baked Brownie

With vanilla bean ice cream.

$9.00

Dinner - Desserts

Dinner - Pasta

Pancetta Carbonara

Pancetta Italian bacon mixed with linguini, olive oil, Parmesan cheese and a fresh cracked egg.

$26.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Homemade Italian meatballs and marinara sauce.

$25.00

Scampi Linguini

4 shrimp, tomato, English peas, mushrooms, onion, bell peppers, red pepper flakes, white wine garlic sauce.

$28.00

Butternut Squash Ravioli

Sage, hazelnut and truffle oil butter.

$24.00

Angel Hair Arrabbiata

Grilled chicken, spicy tomato sauce.

$25.00

Fettuccini Toscana

Sun-dried tomato, artichoke hearts, basil, chicken breast and cream sauce.

$26.00

Penne Pesto

Sun-dried tomato, grilled chicken, Parmesan cheese and pine nut pesto sauce.

$26.00

Vongole

Fresh clams in a white wine garlic herb sauce.

$26.00

Ravioli

Meat or cheese with marinara sauce.

$24.00

Alla Checca

Fresh tomato, garlic, basil, goat cheese and extra virgin olive oil.

$24.00

Spaghetti Bolognese

Homemade meat sauce.

$25.00

Penne Sausage & Peppers

Italian sausage, bell peppers, onion and lightly spicy marinara sauce.

$25.00

Lasagna

Fresh pasta layered with Bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.

$25.00

Gourmet Veggie Pizza

Roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, red potatoes, spinach, goat cheese, roasted garlic and mozzarella cheese on a pine nut pesto sauce, topped with Roma tomatoes and fresh basil.

$22.00

Margherita Pizza

Freshly sliced Roma tomatoes, red sauce and fresh basil.

$20.00

Classic Veggie Pizza

Mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, onions, tomatoes with red sauce.

$20.00

Pesto Chicken Pizza

Pine nut pesto, light garlic, sliced chicken breast, mushrooms, tomatoes, topped with Parmesan cheese.

$20.00

Italian Delight Pizza

Sausage, pepperoni, Roma tomatoes, mushroom, green onions and garlic with creamy white sauce.

$22.00

Tannins Pizza

Crust lightly brushed with olive oil & garlic, topped with mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, and Romano cheese, red onion, fresh garlic and fresh parsley.

$20.00

Bianca Chicken Pizza

Creamy white sauce chicken strips, chopped garlic, roma tomatoes , & mushroom's topped with fresh basil

$20.00

Sausage And Bell Pepper Pizza

Italian Sausage, roasted red peppers, fresh green peppers & red sauce topped with parmesan cheese.

$20.00

Meat Lovers Pizza

Pepperoni, Canadian Bacon, & Italian Sausage with Red Sauce

$22.00

Spicy Hawaiian Pizza

Canadian Bacon, Pineapple & Jalapenos with Red Sauce

$20.00

Dinner - Pizza

Dinner - Kids Menu

Kids Penne With Butter & Parmesan

For kids 12 and under.

$10.00

Kids Spaghetti & Meatballs

For kids 12 and under.

$10.00

Kids Ravioli

Meat or cheese ravioli. For kids 12 and under.

$10.00

Kids Pizza

Cheese or pepperoni. For kids 12 and under.

$13.00

Kids Chicken Fingers

With french fries. For kids 12 and under.

$11.00

Minestrone Soup

$7.00

Caprese

Roma tomato, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil and balsamic reduction.

$13.00

Calamari

Lightly fried squid topped with diced parsley, served with spicy marinara.

$17.00

Bruschetta

Roma tomato, oregano, capers, Kalamata olives, shallots, parsley and Parmesan on a garlic crostini.

$14.00

Lunch - Starters

Lunch - Salads

Tannins Salad

Mixed greens, tomatoes, avocado, shallots, garbanzo beans, capers. Poppy seed dressing.

$12.00

Caesar Salad

Green leaf & iceberg lettuce, herb croutons, shaved Parmesan cheese. Caesar dressing.

$11.00

Spinach Salad

Fresh tender spinach greens, honey roasted pecans, blue cheese and Granny smith apples. Sherry vinaigrette dressing.

$13.00

Greek Salad

Green leaf & iceberg lettuce, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, red onions, cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, pepperoncini. Herb vinaigrette dressing.

$13.00

Chinese Chicken

Shredded green leaf with red & Napa cabbage, carrots, red & green bell peppers, roasted peanuts & fried wontons, chopped grilled chicken. Plum vinaigrette dressing.

$18.00

Chop Chop

Green leaf & iceberg lettuce, English peas, garbanzo beans, diced tomatoes, blue cheese, bacon, provolone cheese, salami, Kalamata olives. Herb vinaigrette dressing.

$15.00

Salmon Spinach

Fresh tender spinach greens tossed with sherry vinaigrette and bruschetta mix. Choice of grilled or blackened salmon.

$21.00

Grilled Salmon

Grilled or blackened, served with sautéed veggies.

$21.00

Baked Pasta

Penne, Bolognese, melted mozzarella.

$17.00

Pollo Marsala

Chicken breast, served over angel hair pasta, topped with a light mushroom Marsala sauce.

$17.00

Eggplant Parmesan

Layers of breaded eggplant and marinara sauce with a side of penne pasta.

$17.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Homemade beef meatballs with marinara sauce.

$17.00

Fettuccini Toscana

Cream sauce, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes and chicken breast.

$17.00

Penne Sausage & Peppers

Sausage & peppers in a light spicy marinara.

$17.00

Ravioli

Meat or cheese ravioli with marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese.

$17.00

Lasagna

Fresh pasta layered with bolognese, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and topped with parmesan cheese

$17.00

Lunch - Entrées

Lunch - Sandwiches

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Flour tortilla, green leaf & iceberg lettuce, herb croutons, shaved Parmesan with Caesar dressing.

$16.00

Pesto Chicken Wrap

Flour tortilla, grilled chicken, pesto sauce, fresh spinach, tomato and feta cheese.

$16.00

Capistrano

Salami, mortadella, cappicola ham, provolone, tomato, lettuce, onion, pepperoncini, Italian dressing on a French roll.

$16.00

Meatball Grinder

Homemade meatballs, marinara and mozzarella cheese on a toasted french roll

$16.00

San Juan

Albacore tuna salad with avocado, lettuce, tomato on multi-grain bread.

$16.00

Marbella

Black forest ham, roasted turkey, two strips of bacon, lettuce, tomato stacked on toasted ciabatta with mayonnaise and spicy mustard.

$16.00

Del Obispo Sandwich

Sliced turkey, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onions, raspberry vinaigrette on a French roll. Served with your choice of french fries, pasta salad, potato salad, or a garden salad.

$16.00

B.L.T.

Bacon, lettuce, sliced tomato, mayonnaise and avocado served on toasted ciabatta.

$16.00

Reuben

Sauerkraut, pastrami, Swiss, 1000 Island on marble rye.

$16.00

Pollo Parmesan

Breaded chicken breast, marinara, topped with mozzarella on French roll.

$17.00

Pollo Cajun Mostro

Cajun chicken breast, roasted peppers, feta, chopped onions, tomatoes, baby greens, topped with melted mozzarella on an Italian roll.

$17.00

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Home-made pesto sauce, roasted bell peppers, caramelized onions, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato on a brioche bun.

$17.00

Build Your Own Burger!!

Bun, patty & three toppings on us.

$17.00

Apple Wood Bacon Burger

Apple wood smoked bacon, Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and 1,000 Island.

$17.00

Tannins Pizza

Crust lightly brushed with olive oil & garlic, topped with mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, and Romano cheese, red onion, fresh garlic and fresh parsley.

$20.00

Margherita Pizza

Freshly sliced Roma tomatoes, red sauce and fresh basil.

$20.00

Gourmet Veggie Pizza

Roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, red potatoes, spinach, goat cheese, roasted garlic and mozzarella cheese on a pine nut pesto sauce, topped with Roma tomatoes and fresh basil.

$22.00

Classic Veggie Pizza

Mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, onions, tomatoes with red sauce.

$20.00

Sausage And Bell Pepper Pizza

Italian Sausage, roasted red peppers, fresh green peppers & red sauce topped with parmesan cheese.

$20.00

BBQ Chicken Pizza

All natural chicken breast, BBQ sauce, green onions and chopped tomatoes.

$20.00

Pesto Chicken Pizza

Pine nut pesto, light garlic, sliced chicken breast, mushrooms, tomatoes, topped with Parmesan cheese.

$20.00

Italian Delight Pizza

Sausage, pepperoni, Roma tomatoes, mushroom, green onions and garlic with creamy white sauce.

$22.00

Meat Lovers Pizza

Pepperoni, Canadian Bacon, & Italian Sausage with Red Sauce

$22.00

Bianca Chicken Pizza

Creamy white sauce chicken strips, chopped garlic, roma tomatoes , & mushroom's topped with fresh basil

$20.00

Lunch - Pizza

Lunch - Sides

1/2 Pound Kalamata Olive Dip

$7.00

1 Pound Kalamata Olive Dip

$14.00

6 Inch Loaf Of Garlic Bread

$3.00

6 Inch Italian Bread Loaf With Olive Dip

$3.00