Best Eggplant in San Diego

45 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Not Not Tacos
Not Not Tacos
91/100 (958 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
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Drinks
Tapas
Tacos
Pork
Cheeseburger
Burger
Tater tots
Shrimp
Eggplant
Meatloaf
Salmon
Café
American
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"We are Sam the Cooking Guy fans and wanted to try this place out on our next visit to San Diego. We walked over from our hotel by the bay and it was..."
Jackie Newton
"What's not to love about this place? First, you walk into a beautiful little outdoor food court right in the heart of San Diego, into Not Not Tacos..."
Tommie Fountain
"I loved the food. I been a fan of Sam's YouTube channel for years and I have been wanting to try Not Not Tacos for the longest time, being from..."
Novazo
"The staff was friendly and ordering was easy. The wait time was a bit long for the two items that we ordered, given they weren’t really busy, but..."
Mark Kennedy
"My husband has watched Sam’s cooking videos on YouTube for years, so we of course had to check out his places in Little Italy. Kelly’s shrimp..."
Mother 2Daughters
"This place is located inside "Little Italy" where there is live music outside, a beautiful patio and great atmosphere. I highly recommend going to..."
Kyle C
"They have awesome tacos, also might be a little biased since I've been watching Sam the cooking guy for a couple years, but still recommend going a..."
Pablo Robles Garcia
"Love the creative taco options. I got it’s a Date 4 taco combo. They were out of shrimp so we went with Asian Salmon, Korean short rib, Lamb, and..."
Cherilyn Jones
"I was very excited to try not not tacos as I am a big fan of Sam the Cooking guy. The only negative was my order took 25 mins and only one person was..."
Doug LaRock
"Amazing. Love Sam, his good, YouTube channel, old fashions. I can’t remember the name of the young lady who helped me but she awesome! I also..."
Brian Minjares
"First things first, Sam is the nicest guy ever. Second, but just as important since I’m sure you’re reading this for the food review, my order..."
Russ M
"Imagine making a flour tortilla taco out of all the left over food from each of the fast food restaurants you went out to during the week. This is..."
ramon iniguez
"A close friend from across the country recommended that I visit this Taco spot. The advice was good. Really interesting and unusual flavor..."
David Thomas
"Couldn't have asked for more. The recipes were unique and the food was incredible. Fun combinations that are packed with flavor. What else would you..."
David A.
"What a great food experience. We watch Sam the Cooking guy and just had to check this place out while here. Each taco we tried surprised us in a..."
Latisha “Hungry Hiker Hodgepodge” M
"The five star review is for the exemplary service of the individual who was working in the restaurant on Dec 24th, 2023 in the afternoon...."
Pramod N
"Fantastic! We tried the eggplant parmesan, Izzy's pastrami, smokey Mac n cheese, and lamb. All were amazing and the tots were as well! Update: came..."
Jake Moening
Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy
Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy
90/100 (12085 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Cheesecake
Sandwiches
Alfredo
Meatballs
Shrimp
Lasagne
Beef
Cannoli
Pesto
Antipasti
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Clams
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Seating
Late Night
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"If you ever have the privilege of going to the motherland, going to a little town and walk in to a small hole in the wall market with unbelievable..."
Eric V Gonzalez
"Lots of great restaurants downtown and in Little Italy. But Filippi's is a personal favorite. It's not trendy, it's not pretentious, its not foo-foo...."
Patrick Leal
"Food was great, service from Angie was excellent. Very unassuming place in the back of a store, but lots of seating. A line up to get in, but we were..."
Peter Nykilchuk
""THE" best pizza in Southern CA!!! Consistant, delicious, and quick! I have been coming here since 1984 and will continue to come here until I am 6..."
Lynne M. Crisafi
"Filippi’s is a San Diego institution. Great Italian food in Little Italy. Great pizza and pasta. There is an Italian deli and market in the front..."
Gingerlily Lowe
"We received recommendations from 3 different friends for this restaurant. We decided to give it a go & didn’t regret it. The pizza was delicious &..."
Shannon Miller Schiele
"Amazing place! Love the setup and food is amazing. One of my spots whenever I come to..."
DRjason Ampel
"Our family has been coming to this Filippi’s for 30 years. Nothing has changed! Literally!!! The food is great and we love the rustic..."
Jo Anna Yoder
"Great authentic food. And great service. The experience was great. A must when visiting San Diego...."
Familia Guevara
"My husband and I had the most fabulous lunch here! Great pizza, sangria and service!!!! You all were..."
Ilene Dudunake
"I had the pleasure of dining at this charming Italian restaurant, and I must say, it was an exquisite experience. The lasagna with beef meatballs..."
Nikki A
"Very authentic Italian spot. The interior makes you feel like you are in a small Italian town. All the food was great, however, they did put meat in..."
Shail Lakhani
"Overall, this is a great restaurant! Ordered a pizza. The sauce has a great flavor profile, and the pizza comes loaded with cheese! The downside..."
David
"They should really change the name of the place. They serve very tasty marinara sauce but the pizza was terrible. We ordered Chicken parmigiana which..."
Shweta Vetal
"Wow! What a gem of a restaurant! It was a beautiful day and I was lucky enough to score patio seating. The server was fabulous (Tina I believe?) she..."
Tani Wade
"Thoroughly enjoyed a Works pizza with anchovies and some beef ravioli. The pizza base was perfectly fluffy and filling with great toppings, and the..."
Daniel Lee
"We had a wonderful meal at Filippi’s! Our server, Dina was fantastic. We enjoyed a bottle Cabernet Sauvignon, an house salad (amazing house Italian..."
Jill Cone
"For starters, we had no idea the restaurant was so large. From the outside it seemed like a cute little restaurant, but it was spacious! The store..."
J B
"I stopped here for lunch on my trip. I ordered the ravioli with sausage and a side of garlic bread. The raviolis were pretty full and the sauce was..."
Alaina Barnes
"I feel horrible because I can't remember our server's name but she was incredible!! First time at this restaurant and food was yummy! My husband got..."
Delia Ortega
"Great reviews for a reason!! This restaurant is tucked in the back of an Italian store and feels so authentic. The food is absolutely delicious! The..."
Tamara Green
"Large portions of food, older establishment which gives it its characteristics attributes but technology can help. The waiter worked hard but..."
Matias Rosales
"This place is sooo freaking cute!!! The restaurant is inside the deli! You have to walk in and wait in line til they seat you. It such an old school..."
Jessie Ibarra
"This place was great! The atmosphere reminds me of being in Italy. I had the ravioli and my wife had the lasagna. The ravioli was good but I regret..."
Cameron James
"For starters expect a wait, this place seems to be poppin but it's most definitely worth it. You can take pictures on a big red chair while you wait..."
Michelle Chesmore
"The best lasagna I have ever had. The garlic bread was awesome. I wish had been able to go back and try the pizza heard it was very good as..."
Ron Garcia
"Filippi's is a MUST when visiting the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego - they've been around since the 1950s for a reason! I love the..."
Victoria Olivares
"I always order pizza which is absolutely delicious. Today I thought of ordering spaghetti with meat sauce and meatballs. Although the flavor was..."
Danny B.
Basic
Basic
89/100 (2801 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mashed Pizza
Mashed Potato N
Meatballs
All Draught Beer
Pesto
Foxon Park Soda
Pepperoni Pizza
J Street Pizza
cheese pizza
Mango Cart Draft
Lamb Bowl
White Pizza
Meatball Pizza
Margarita Pizza with Fresh Tomatoes
Small Pizza
Eggplant
Bacon Pizza
Pasta
Salad
Risotto
Pepper Pizza
Margherita Pie
Mashed Potato Pizza
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Pizza was amazing. The large is a little on the pricey side ($30+) , but tasted bomb. Great pizza, location, and venue. I gave a 4 stars because..."
Bradley Kay
"The pizza was amazing!!! Took a good amount of time to be seated when they didn't appear busy but I believe they were in the middle of shift change...."
Arika B.
"Visited during Comic Con 2023. Delicious pizza and drink selections. Great place to split a large pizza and get drinks to share stories from the..."
Juan Gutierrez
"Hands down the best Pizza in San Diego. The atmosphere was chilled and fun. The bartenders were amazing and they went above and beyond! Great food,..."
Jennifer Brand
"This is one of our favorite places in SD. We used to come here weekly when we lived in the area. The pizza is really good but the ambiance is even..."
Joshua
"The pizza is good I would suggest if you get a small do half and half of different kinds of pizza because the pizzas are big. Also It may take a..."
Andrew Soliz (Andy)
"OMG! Pizza is outstanding, the best tasting sauce. Service, excellent, and so nice. Yummy margaritas..."
J'oni Smith
"The equivalent of Cheers! The BEST neighborhood pizza restaurant and bar. Open space with lots of different seating areas (dining tables, couches, ..."
Maria Sparks
"Delicious freshly made pizza. The crust is very soft and thin making it difficult to eat by hand. The 4-Maggio white pizza is bland and needs more..."
adamltw
"We had. Fairly large group but all separate tables at the outside patio. Place was very busy due to a sell out BB game at Petco.i think they may..."
Josefina Guzman
"This pizza was amazing, very nice char taste like wood fired style crispy crust, great toppings and sauce. Pizza was a small and it was huge, I saw..."
Anthony Michalski
"Was there for a work thing, so there were 40 of us. They brought out multiple pies, and they were all delicious. Being from New York, I was..."
Peter Scida
"Amazing pizza, pretty cool setup, music just a tad loud. The folks working the bar were respectful to the order of customers coming up to place their..."
Borys Boyko
"Top pizza in downtown, and then you add the mashed potatoes pizza... Between the cocktails and service with the included delicious food. This place..."
Devin Landis
"Arguably the best pizza in San Diego. Highly recommended! Very cool atmosphere too! Quasi open with a big garage door and a really high ceiling. Pool..."
Brian Breckin
"My son and I went here pretty late and we had to sit in the bar area. The bartender was really friendly and helpful. The pizza was delicious and the..."
JLamp Dazme
"I had a group art show at this place planned by ThumbUp Gallery. During the show, my husband and I had dinner at here, we noticed here's style is..."
LULU LIVE Art
"Second visit just wanted to make sure the pizza was as good as the first visit before leaving a review. The pizza was well worth the trip to downtown..."
Antonio Santiago
Solare Ristorante
Solare Ristorante
88/100 (1375 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Italian
Tuscan
Central-Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Focaccia
Risotto
Cakes
Calamares
Lamb
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Shrimp
Pork
Ossobuco
Tiramisu
Bass
Lobster
Meatballs
Eggplant
Lasagne
Pasta
Cannoli
Salad
Osso Buco
Scallops
Ice Cream
Clams
Gelato
Calamari
Sit down
Italian
Central-Italian
Tuscan
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Seating
Table Service
Late Night
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"First off the bartender Mark was very knowledgeable about all the different drinks that they had available, if you like coffee drinks I had the drink..."
Rick Brooks
"Every time me and my wife come to Solare we are never disappointed. The food and service is first class. We love that chef Accursio is constantly..."
Jerry Tijerina
"Solare has some of the best food I've ever had, and the service is top notch! If you can afford to splurge, I strongly recommend Chef Lota's tasting..."
Jeremy Ortiz
"A wonderful place to dine. Outstanding food, outstanding service! Each course was a feast for the eyes, the flavor of each dish was amazing. Great..."
Bonnie Lehman-Mosemak
"Super service and attention to gluten free needs. Tehy make their own GF bread and GF pizza crust. All very super fresh and top..."
Brian Randall
"We loved Solare ! Our waiter Bill was attentive but not overly. We were seated I the private wine room. Our meal was fantastic. You deserve to treat..."
Frank DiBella
"Food is delicious...Made so much better because our waiter Pedro F. was so personable. He spent a lot of time with us, showing us the dinner menu and..."
Peggie Mazzeppi
"Petra, the manager, is just the best. If you have a group meal, go to Solare. The food was awesome as well. Service was excellent. I just cant say..."
Charlotte O'Hare
"Loved this place, the food was great! The service excellent and Mark(c) was an awesome server and had a great personality besides. had the..."
Lynn Goodner
"Another wonderful dinner with my friends at "Solare". Have never been disappointed. Loved everything, had the cesare salad Solare style and pesce del..."
Magaly Nelly Bozzo Onate
"The food and service were second to none. Some of the best Italian food I've..."
Brian Finley
"We go to this place everytime we visit Point Loma from Sweden. The lasagne is to die for!..."
Wendela Heintz
"My boyfriend and I had the most delicious food and an incredibly fun experience at the Chef's Table - which is a counter overlooking the kitchen. We..."
Robyn Heller
"Solare worked incredibly hard to make our family engagement dinner for our parents extra special. We were seated in their private back room, and..."
Manuel Brenden Gomez
"I loved it. Excellent gluten free menu. Fantastic..."
Josefina Sosa-Santos Butner
"Decent food, fantastic service - for high prices. Our food was delicious except for the chicken dish, which was heavily overcooked. That being said,..."
Seth M
"I can’t believe it took me this long to try this place! But with the Michelin recognition AND San Diego Magazine, I felt it worth the try. Now, I..."
Sarah Wright
"To die for meals. I shared the mussels in red sauce with my sister in law.. they were absolutely fantastic , we were in heaven. The Mahi Mahi in a..."
B&C
"My husband made a reservation here for our anniversary and it was absolutely wonderful! We were in the wine room which provided a quiet intimate..."
Lily Wilkerson
"This is an expensive place, but being San Diego you don't have to dress up, my friends wore hoodies and jeans. The wait staff is not stiff but..."
Erin Moore
"Great find while in SD! Highly recommend if in the area. Our sever Sarah did a great job. Menu has some great selections and there are daily..."
j. zacarias
"Feast of the Seven Fishes. If you see it, get it. Typically a festival happening, we are at Solare for the Christmas Eve dinner. Tonno Crudo, Lobster..."
Chris Hinshaw
"I’ve never had a bad experience here. The owner is very hands-on and the consistency of the food and service is always spot on Sitting outside has..."
Justin Mecklenborg
"So close to amazing, but came up short this visit. I want to go again and see if they can do better, because it really seems like they could. The..."
Dominic Simone
"Enjoyed a lovely meal with my family. I had never had spiny lobster before and it was perfection. I loved their foccacia with olive oil. The..."
Jenn Schmidt
"Menu options are various and each with it unique twists. The presentation was outstanding and restaurants atmosphere was beautiful. With this said,..."
Erik Sanchez
"The service was great they checked on us the perfect amount and they split our salad for us without us asking. The food was great. Very tasty and..."
Kristina Bolt
"Dined for restaurant week last night. I don't know about everyone else but this restaurant week pricing really seems to be going sky high. This..."
Robert Kennedy
"My wife and I were walking around Liberty Station like we often do looking for something good to eat. We had seen Solare a couple of times but for..."
Rafael Buelna (Rafael)
"I stopped in this evening for an early dinner while staying in the area. I was seated outside right away. Service from Ahmed was great. I ordered the..."
G Thum
"Glad to have gotten a chance to finally try this place out. It's good, competent Italian food with a nice variety of entrees that I would love to try..."
Leon Chang
"Must have is the Crema Bruciata al Pistachio. The scallop was..."
David T
"Been my Italian go to for years. Excellent home made pastas , pizzas and entrees. great atmosphere and service. A must try for Italian in San..."
Timothy Callan
Cafe Athena
Cafe Athena
88/100 (708 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Greek
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Greek
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Gyros
Moussaka
Couscous
Lamb
Eggplant
Salad
Salmon
Hummus
Sit down
Mediterranean
Greek
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I have been dining at Cafe Athena for at least18 years. It never disappoints. Delicious food , good service and good wines. They even have a lot of..."
Christine Sinatra
"The food quality is exquisite and prices very reasonable. We were given our own room and great service. No one complained about our talking and..."
Ron May
"We were hungry and found Greek food near me. What a flicking find...we had the gyros plate and rice pudding. Everything was excellent down to..."
Ken Johnson
"We had dinner at Cafe Athena on a Tues night at 7 pm. We made reservations but I don't think they were necessary. There is indoor and outdoor seating..."
Vivian Anne
"The food was delicious, and the cocktail I had (Athena) was truly divine. I discovered this by a random search for Greek food in San Diego, and I'll..."
Violet Ket
"Delicious food! Kind staff, clean environment, and lots of natural..."
Mareena Valencia
"The last time we ate here was before their remodel a few years back, so we were delighted with the bigger and more open dining..."
E Graze
"Fantastic good with even better service. An absolute local establishment here in PB. Although all the dishes are amazing, the Bourekia, Gyros wrap,..."
Seth M
"Outstanding service. Our server Lora or (Laura) was tip top and very friendly. We ordered multiple cocktails, bottles of wine, beers, appetizers, and..."
Brett R
"Love this place even more since the remodel during COVID. Food is always excellent and fresh and service feels like a family run operation. These..."
Sam A
"We ordered our food to be delivered and it was such a great experience! First of all, they packed and wrapped the food so nicely to ensure nothing..."
Ciara Macias
"Blew my expectations out the water. Super flavorful and delicious Greek cuisine . Expansive menu with all kinds of great options. And the water..."
Gl Froob
Buona Forchetta
Buona Forchetta
88/100 (4468 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Southern-Italian
Vegan Options
Neapolitan
Vegetarian Friendly
Campania
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Osso Buco
Calamares
Prosciutto
Salmon
Focaccia
Pesto
Cheesecake
Pork
Antipasti
Shrimp
Ossobuco
Neapolitan pizza
Margherita Pizza
Tiramisu
Lobster
Meatballs
Eggplant
Cheesecakes
Bolognese
Pasta
Lasagne
Salad
Cannoli
Calamari
Carbonara
Risotto
Sit down
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Italian
Pizza
Campânia
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Seating
Accepts Discover
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"It's a nice spot and the service was good. We ordered from the specials. The 2 suggested pizzas were really delicious. We also had the prosciutto and..."
Danielle M
"We ordered fried calamari and two pizzas. Calamari tasted fresh and pizzas were some of the best we had in a while. The pizza dough was chewy and..."
Brian Park
"This restaurant is tucked in a residential area of South Park and I love the quietness of the neighborhood. Parking can be hit or miss depending on..."
Isabel C.
"Went here for dinner, ordered “Chris” pizza it was good but it needs more toppings. Also got the calamari and that was delicious. Good quantity,..."
JayR Casil
"Had to try this after hearing how good it was. Of course it did not disappoint. Staff were amazing and food was magnificent. I truly believe this is..."
juan rosales
"We dined with a larger party so got to try quite a few menu items and they were all delicious. Service was quick, you could tell the coordination of..."
Asha Jamila Hendrieth
"One of the best Italian restaurants in San Diego. Located in South Park, this is a trendy restaurant in the area with outdoor dining. It seems to be..."
regis kwong
"Reservation was set for 7:15 on Friday night. No wait; we were seated around 7:05. The server was upbeat and beyond informative. He was the highlight..."
Kaley Baker
"Giacomo was a great server , he’s the guy to ask for if you wanna have a great time. He’s very funny. And the food was..."
Robine Dante
"We had our Staff Christmas Party at Buona Forchetta South Park location on 12/17/23. We chose the Gold meal package for 30 people. We enjoyed salad,..."
Scott Wildey
Davanti Enoteca
Davanti Enoteca
87/100 (3831 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Bruschette
Hummus
Salad
Pesto
Toasts
Crab
Scallops
Fish
Tiramisu
Calamari
Pork
Meatballs
Risotto
Burger
Antipasti
Octopus
Calamares
Hamburgers
Ragu
Cheesecakes
Salmon
Paccheri
Carbonara
Ice Cream
Orecchiette
Prosciutto
Cacio e pepe
Gelato
Cheesecake
Noodle
Shrimp
Beef
Swordfish
Focaccia
Chicken Wings
Eggplant
Cakes
Polenta
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"Enticed to view the backyard seating and the menu by the gentleman out front (owner?). The ambience was lovely, the wait staff friendly but not..."
Cassaundra Brooks
"Davanti Enoteca is by far one of the best restaurants in little Italy. We have been going there as a family for many years and are always introducing..."
Brianna Cummings
"In Little Italy my go-to restaurant is D'Avanti Enoteca, never disappointing. Had a wonderful brunch out on the back patio yesterday with dear..."
Patricia Baetz
"Went in for lunch and ordered off the lunch menu. Was very surprised to receive as much food as we did. More dinner size portions. On top of it..."
Chris Solum
"We love this place. It is our "go-to" restaurant, because the food is always amazing, and the ambience is wonderful. Intimate but roomy, funky but..."
Tami Oleson
"Amazing food and our server, Dustin, made it a very enjoyable dining experience. Truffle egg toast is mandatory and the Davanti Burger was insanely..."
Paul Wilkes
"Fantastic! Some of the best Italian food I’ve had outside of Italy! Mario takes pride in everything he does! What a treasure this place..."
Veronica Katherine Lodge
"We were walking through Little Italy and we're passing Davanti. The host hollers at us," hey, come here. You are going to love this." We followed..."
Lew Hanson
"Favorite restaurant in downtown San Diego. Foccia de Recco, it's the ultimate experience. Everything is so delicious and the best waitstaff..."
Jane Weddle
"Service, patio and wine list are out of this world..."
Michelle Kirkbride
"We came for lunch. We sat outdoor patio. Nice waitress turned on outdoor heater. Outdoor music sound system great. Our food was perfect. Had meatball..."
Cynthia Agard
"This little hole on the wall is located in San Diego's little Italy section of town. This street was hopping for a Wednesday night. We went as a..."
Lori Battista
"My favorite restaurant in San Diego by far. The overall aesthetic of the restaurant was very pleasing. The antiques that they incorporated into the..."
Kaley Baker
"I wish I had gotten more pictures of the food, but it all looked so delicious that we dug in before photo ops! Highly recommend eating here for..."
Gabrielle Cioffi-Dinkel
"Nice place for a family meal. We came with 12 guests and the server did a great job attending to such a large group. The food was pretty good...."
J.R.
"I ate here with a large group of 8, and we were immediately seated. Our server was very nice and quick to help. We ordered foccaccia for the table..."
Myreya Beltran
"This place is amazing! We ordered bruschetta, meatballs, zucchini pizza and cacio e pepe from the happy hours menu and all of them were perfect! With..."
Meysam
"Outstanding food and service. Definitely going back to try other..."
Jon Athens
"Sat down for the happy hour specials. Great deal and really good food. Service was pleasant and cheerful but really quite slow. The Cacio é Pepe was..."
Rod Miller
"Went to check out a new place for lunch, and was very impressed with the quality of their service. They had a great selection for the lunchtime..."
Javier Cota
"Upon my arrival at this lovely spot in Little Italy, I discovered they were having a happy hour in the evening. The pizza was exceptionally tasty,..."
Aishwarya Chhabra
"Davanti Enoteca is a charming restaurant known for its inviting outdoor dining experience. The al fresco area is adorned with string lights and cozy..."
Kael Albiston
"Absolutely amazing experience - we visited for the first night of our honeymoon and we were blown away away by the amazing service and..."
Jennifer Johnson
"I ordered take out and tried the following dishes…The gnocchi bolognese had amazing flavor, probably the best I’ve ever had. The rigatoni alla..."
Veronika Mazur
"The food and atmosphere was great. Unexpectedly we made it in time for happy hour, and they had numerous choices on there for a great price. I had..."
Martha
"We selected this restaurant by chance. The server Leo was very courticious and patient with us. We decided based on out several advice to start with..."
Fadi Semaan
"Brunch is always amazing here. Espresso martini is perfect, 12 bucks and actually made with espresso unlike 90% of the espresso martinis out there..."
Andrew McGinnis
Rovino Rotisserie + Wine
Rovino Rotisserie + Wine
87/100 (1758 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Cacio E Pepe
Lasagne
Pollo Arrosto
Cannoli
Arancini
Lasagna Toscana
Caprese Salad
Pesto
Insalata Di Arugula
Pappardelle
Fish
Gamberi Scampi
Brussels Sprouts
Red wine
Pollo Prosciutto Tortellini
Shrimp Scampi
Eggplant
Risotto Al Tartufo Nero Con Asparagi
Branzino
Costolette d'agnello
Pasta
Carciofi Arrosto
Mix Grill for 2
Salad
Octopus
Calamari
Calamares
Tiramisú
Arancini
Tiramisu
Cannoli
Bolognese
Italian
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"This was such a great experience for dinner. First the staff was absolutely phenomenal and very kind. The food was also extremely good, you could..."
Justin Schools
"Food here was really good! We order the focaccia bread, some cocktails with passion fruit and orange juice in it, and some pasta! Our table..."
Bradley Vb
"The food is exceptional. Our large group from Seattle was in town for a bachelorette, and we ordered many plates to try. The bruschetta was a..."
Daniella Nikolao
"Absolutely fantastic food, fantastic service, fantastic experience. Risotto, bruschetta, cheesecake, pasta were all above our expectations, and by..."
Nicolas Lopez
"EXCELLENT food at RoVino Italian Restaurant in Little Italy San Diego! Although it took a very long time for our appetizers and main course dishes to..."
Freddie Bustria
"I was here for a business dinner the middle of last month. I ended up with the Lasagna dish, it was very good, the portion was huge and I ended up..."
Rick Skaf
"Initially this review had potential to go south quickly. We brought a dog upon seeing they are pet friendly. They seated us right along the sidewalk..."
Stephen Donnelly
"Been here two times with family, great Italian place! The owner is always attentive to make sure his guests are having a great time. Food portions..."
Sonia F
"We had a wonderful experience dining at RoVino and are so glad we stopped by. We were greeted with friendly and welcoming faces from first gracing..."
Morgan Dixon (The L & T MD)
"Amazing food and very cool location, we had Bruschetta, Calamari, the Burrata ravioli diver scallops special and calamari to start, all of them were..."
Jeb Anderson
"Very delicious! Marco was my server and very helpful. All of the staff made me feel at home and I really appreciated the hospitality. The food was..."
Emily Schickler
"This was a great pick for dinner on my birthday! The staff was very accommodating and continued to make special recommendations and offerings..."
Christina Hall
"Thanks to the folks at RoVino for turning a random weekday dinner into a fun date night. Our server, Luis, suggested some appetizers we hadn't..."
Zach Shepherd
"Anthoney was our waiter he was friendly, knowledgeable, and gave good recommendation. We ordered the calamari and deep fried meatballfor an..."
Mistalee Wang
"An enjoyable evening with delicious food was had at the RoVino Restaurant . The husband got exactly what he wanted though it wasn’t listed on the..."
Denise
"I love your food and all of you are really nice and you restaurant food is amazing so I hope you have a great career for restaurant.And this is from..."
Tara Still
Volare Italian Dining
Volare Italian Dining
86/100 (1101 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Lasagne
Pesto
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"This place has the Greatest Pizza in San Diego..Not a big fancy place, but food cannot be beat....Really great people that and service is top..."
Marilyn Deforest
"Love the homey feel here. Very quaint not like the chain restaurants. We came late on a Thursday night and they were packed! Service was friendly and..."
Jennifer Huff
"I got an 8 inch pizza with ricotta cheese & sausage. It was okay, I wasn't impressed. However, I will say that the price and size was on point. I'm..."
Jazmen Marie Noelani
"I stayed at the La Quinta in Old Town. After a search on urbanspoon I found Volare. I called to verify they delivered and ordered a pizza (The Works)..."
Adam Rauckhorst
"Volare is this awesome little hole in the wall Italian family restaurant in the Sports Arena/Old Town area. It’s in a strange location, off of..."
Mary Desjean
"Went here on a whim.. very quaint family setting with fantastic ambiance. The service was exquisite we will def go back here. We even took a pizza..."
Lori Maria Pampinella
"This is a classic no-frills Italian eatery. Though the prices have increased in recent years, it's still a great place to grab lunch or dinner. You..."
Tim M
"Hidden gem for sure, I almost don’t want to review it because it’s one of those places you want to keep a secret. I’ve eaten here a handful of..."
Elizabeth Ramos
"Cute little hole in the wall with a family friendly atmosphere. I felt like I was at home with the simple holiday decorations and wonderful food. Do..."
Lexi Bricker
"Undoubtedly one of the top Italian restaurants in San Diego (and my girlfriend and I have tried almost all of them). The prices are quite reasonable,..."
Ronny Davis
"Delightful little hole in the wall with absolutely delicious food! The service was great and the specials were fantastic! I had the stuffed..."
Monique Hickson
"Don't let the decor or location hinder you from coming to this restaurant. The food is delicious! We ordered the Zucchini Fritti for an appetizer..."
Annie Hanway
"This is definitely one of the best Italian food restaurants in SD (my girlfriend and I have been to almost all of them). Prices are very reasonable..."
Riley Hertz
"Great hidden treasure! Italian food made with love❤️👌. So many great choices! Can't wait to try the many things on the..."
Jason Hacker
"Went there with some family members over the weekend. Food was absolutely amazing. Customer service was ok and we loved the fact that we didn't have..."
Jaye Jodianna
"It was a hole in the wall mom and pop place. The food was excellent! The service wasn't really good, wasn't the worst but could have been better. The..."
Heidi Coker
"Good food and nice old Italian environment. Friendly staff. Price is fair. Their bread is the best one in..."
Milton Nham Junior
"Excellent old school Italian spot. It’s in a weird location but don’t let that stop you from trying the..."
Louis Canedo
"Don't drive past this place, we literally drove past because we weren't sure if it looked ok to go in, there isn't much room to park etc. Then we..."
Kristi Roshaven
"There clam chowder is fresh. 5 stars. Tasty too The spaghetti sauce is always on point. I came back for lunch today. The shrimp is..."
jay powers
"Our server was quick to get our drinks, and appetizer ordered immediately upon us being seated🙏 She was very attentive, checking on us constantly...."
Freddie Bustria
"May not look like you want to go here, but if you love good food, you should go. I had lasagna and ravioli. I'll be making it one of the family..."
Mark West
Khyber Pass Restaurant
Khyber Pass Restaurant
86/100 (2755 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
Halal
Afghani
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Afghan
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Kabuli Pulao
Sambosa
Lamb Chops
Kabobs
Cherry Blossom Tea
Boneless Chicken and Ground Beef Combo
Lamb
Beef
Persian Fesenjan Stew
Mango Lassi
Aushak
Bolani
Saffron Ice Cream
Dolma
Vegetarian Platter No Meat Option
House Red Wine
Eggplant
Afghan Lamb Curry
Shish Kabob
Salad
Indian Naan
Vegetarian Combo Plate with a Side of Chicken Kabobs Added
Curry
Shirazi Salad
Mantu
Gheimeh
Hummus
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Afghan
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Went here on a Thursday night and really enjoyed myself. The food was absolutely delicious and fresh tasting. The service was quick and hospitable. I..."
Leticia
"One of the best meals I’ve had this year. So much flavor, great portions, and unique ingredients. Also they are so friendly and..."
Stefan
"Always love eating at Khyber Pass when visiting San Diego. I went went with the Lamb kebab and the flavored rice. Extremely yummy and..."
Bill Mcclintock
"Best Afghan-Persian/Iranian food I had in San Diego! The staff (Mr. Cyrus) were such stars. The chefs too because the chicken & beef kabobs melted in..."
Shadi Shahbaz
"Simply delish! Got the Royal Kabob Combo Plate with flavored rice and the Afghan Lamb Curry. The appetizer Bolani was so..."
A T
"Unique flavors and a great place to try. I had the lamb sour cherry stew and chicken curry.I will definitely be..."
Quentin Fraser
"25 years ago, I was turned on to Afghan food in the Bay Area. My favorite dish has always been Qabuli Palao with lamb. I ordered the lamb shank to-go..."
Chris Groshong
"I recently visited Khyber Pass Zarparan Restaurant in San Diego and I must say, it was a delightful experience. The restaurant has a cozy and..."
Stephen Metcalf
"Their aush soup is the best soup ever! The aushak (leek filled dumplings) is also superb. The vegetarian platter is as tasty as it is pretty. We're..."
Bruce Maigatter
"This place was the best. We had a lovely time and the food was delicious! The host was extremely hospitable. We had kublai plao and beef kabob! It is..."
shanza rizvi
"We come to San Diego once a year, and we make sure to come to Khyber Pass. The food is great and the service is fantastic! I got the veggie..."
Susan McClintock
"Very knowledgeable in history and VERY enthusiastic!! I LOVED his story’s and factual information about history. The food is AMAZING!!! I would..."
Alyssa Cohen
"Great food with Great service. The Qabuli Palao had good balance of spicy and sweet between the curry and..."
Joji Bronner
"This was our first time here as we were visiting San Diego from Bay Area. We ordered Bolani, combo Bar B Q and chicken curry. The food was fresh and..."
Muhammad Bilal
"I came here for Mantu, wow! I had their lamb in apricot sauce its so amazing and unique taste (not pictured), also, their lamb and beef kabobs are..."
Sara Jimenez
"First the neighbor that the resturant is in, is really nice. It’s in the hill crest area which is a very lively neighborhood and it’s filled with..."
Sarah
"That is one of my favourite restaurants of San Diego, I have been there three times and I never can get enough. The service is great and the..."
Alisson Sales
"Very good food and service. The prices are low compared to other restaurants in the..."
Paolo Ciccardi
"Wow, the food is so delicious I can't believe this restaurant was empty. Maybe it was because I stopped by around Saturday brunch time after turning..."
Xinci Tan
Mona Lisa
Mona Lisa
86/100 (6803 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Manicotti and Lasagna
Chicken parmigiana
Cheesy Garlic Bread with Marinara
Alfredo
Ravioli & Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Tiramisu
Sandwiches
Meatballs
Caprese Salad
Lasagne
Peppers
Cannoli
Shrimp
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Parmesan
Cheese Ravioli
Prosciutto
Shrimp Scampi
Minestrone
Eggplant
Italian Sub
Pesto
Pasta
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Antipasti
Salad
Tiramisú
Calzone
Cannoli
caesar salad
Prosciutto
Chicken Parmesan
Torpedo
Ham and Swiss
Minestrone soup
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Full Bar
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I really liked the food plus the sauce they used was out of this world but I never experienced of italian restaurant that we had to pay the food,..."
Emilio Danque
"Dinner was great. Salad was fresh, chicken piccata was awesome. Service was on point. The young lady that was our waitress was friendly and..."
Debra Aguilar
"Excellent food! But more, excellent service by our waiter. Wished I remembered his name but I believe he was the only blond waiter on the floor. He's..."
Paul Daluperit
"There's a reason there is always a line - good thing they have a crack team at churning out those lovely subs at a high rate! Plus - great Italian..."
Stefano Poggi
"I have been going to Mona Lisa for 40 yrs and this is by far the best place ever, nothing compares to the excellent service they give and also the..."
Dolores Morales
"We've been going to Mona Lisa for years, since I was little, and every time the food had been amazing! Their spaghetti with meat sauce is incredible!..."
Robyn Wall
"We were pleasantly surprised with Mona Lisa's! We were wandering around, looking for a place to eat and everything was too expensive for lunch. Mona..."
Tom Winberry
"Absolutely delicious food served by incredibly friendly staff. By far our favourite restaurant we have experienced in San..."
Sheldon Denzel Steyn
"In heaven. Fast service, excellent food! Reminds me of my childhood. Plan on being a..."
Marty Ortiz Ferrel
"We enjoyed the cheese ravioli! Traveled from Oklahoma, was happy to find a great local Italian..."
Leslie Diane Thompson
"To be fair, I'm severely biased. I have no cognitive memory where this place hasn't existed in my life. My family has been coming here since before I..."
Chloe Ulrich
"Randomly stopped by as we were driving by, trying to decide what to have for lunch. We walked in and we were a little confused about where to go..."
Tanya Salas
"This is a restaurant I was lucky enough to find during my trip to San Diego. It tasted different from what I was used to at regular Italian..."
bitna Moon
"Always a great dinner stop! The gulf shrimp were delicious! The veal was tasty and filling. The service started slow but got better real fast! Love..."
Maria CHAIREZ
"After a morning of walking we found this spot in little italy. The pizza is so fresh with its toppings and the crust is legit . Family fun with..."
David Jack
"Not a fancy place. BUT if you want the old-fashioned real American Italian food experience, this is the place. The red sauce isn't just tomato sauce,..."
Chris Hinshaw
"After dropping a friend off at the airport thought I would check out the grocery / deli at Mona's. Always interesting and unusual culinary delights. ..."
AMI Izzy
"I came over here for lunch, the lady was rude and I felt rushed and I hate feeling rush when I’m trying to read the menu on what I want. Anyways,..."
Jennifer Brand
"Lunch was great. We had the light lunch combo. I had the 1/2 lasagna with a salad. My son had a caprese sandwich with a salad. We enjoyed both...."
Bennie Roy
"The market has a small urban feel to it, like any typical Italian market in a city. Tight quarters especially near lunchtime. The deli counter is..."
Ray Siposs
"I love this place. The lasagna is one of the best I've had in a while. Service is..."
Emily Ann kelley
Cafe 21 University Heights
Cafe 21 University Heights
86/100 (2061 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
International
American
International
Cafe
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Tiramisu
Salad
Fondue
Scallops
Salmon
Omelette
Juice & Smoothies
Prosciutto
Tapas
Sandwiches
Crepes
Kabobs
Cakes
Lamb
Ribs
Shrimp
Curry
Juice & Smoothies
Beef
Eggs Benedict
Pancakes
French Toast
Eggplant
Toasts
Sit down
International
Café
American
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"I’m a huge fan of Cafe 21! From their unique brunch dishes to their flavor-packed tapas and relaxing patio, this place is a local gem. I’ve had..."
Jessica Cespedes
"Went to a Tapas Restaurant yesterday! (No! Not Topless!!...Tapas!! LOL! ���). I can splurge occasionally while taking Pure Therapeutic..."
Bella Grace
"What can I say never had a complaint or frankly anything I want to change about it food is always amazing atmosphere is on point and the sangria is..."
Cassandra Mitchell
"I cannnot praise this restaurant highly enough. The ambiance, the waitstaff, the food, the chef: all are wonderful, personable and anxious to make..."
Patricia Wogan
"Fantastic food with nice portion. Hippie San Diego atmosphere. I highly recommend this place. We will visit..."
Chiz Williams
"This was a wonderful experience we went at happy hour and had delicious food drinks dessert for three people under $95. The service was excellent the..."
Janice Hurley
"Cafe 21 is a gem if you're into delicious vegan options. The food is not only tasty but also comes with a side of great service. The cozy vibe makes..."
Niti
"Omg, the best brunch spot I've been to in a while! The place is beautiful. Loved the decor. The service was great. The gentleman helping us..."
Senia Quintero
"I absolutely ADORE this place. My now husband and I had our first date here (we had both been previously and agreed on it because we loved the spot)...."
Sara Perkins
"I love Cafe 21. I had previously been to the downtown location but now I live in walking distance of this location. The grilled cheese bloody mary is..."
Danielle M
"Best brunch I’ve had in forever. Jason was wonderful! The food was so freaking good. Especially the shrimp cake egg Benny thing. So freaking..."
Amara
"Cafe 21 is a gem! Clifton served us in the bar area. The restaurant was beautiful and service was top notch. My daughter and I enjoyed the French..."
Megan
"Happened to be our breakfast spot for the last day of our trip to San Diego. We took a Lyft to the cafe. The parking lot didn't look that full though..."
Salim Ali Khan
"I don’t drink coffee and on a hot summer morning I like good iced tea. Fresh. Cafe 21’s English Breakfast tea with the service style of brewed at..."
John Ferguson
"What a great little spot. Very nice vibe, fantastic service and amazing dishes. We had our 4 year old son with us and our server did such a great job..."
Daniel Vaccaro
"Cafe 21 is one of my favorite brunch places. Their food is so amazingly delicious and you can't go wrong with any item. I got there short rib crepe..."
Kristina Baroni
"OMG I LOVE THIS PLACE!! Came here with our Bridal party for brunch, was a short wait to get seated. Our server Tyler was the absolute best, most kind..."
Danielle Lein
"Delightful. The decor, service, food, fancy coffee drinks. The tiramisu pancakes were 100% on point. We loved it..."
Kristi Hatakka
"Definitely one of the best breakfast restaurants I have been to in many years the variety of food was spectacular the service was excellent and the..."
Deborah Waters
"Service is amazing. Hard to pay $11 for tea but the little tea mug makes for a fun experience. While the food portions are small, the quality more..."
kendra
"Visited this place to have brunch with friends. The restaurant had a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with nice decor that added to the dining..."
Ashwin Gajendra
"Incredible food, service, and drinks. 10/10 superb!! 100% recommend and will come back. Tom was very polite and helpful. They make note that they..."
Sabria Joyner
"I have to say everything was perfect. The food was delicious and in perfect amounts. Not to mention the dessert, it was a perfect balance of..."
marco jimenez
"This place is a gem. My husband wanted to come here, so we did! I'm so glad we got to discover this place. We ordered a short rib omelet and kufta..."
Batool Dababneh
"I've recently been fortunate enough to visit a small café nestled in the charming heart of University Heights in San Diego, where I was welcomed..."
A M
Baci Ristorante Italiano
Baci Ristorante Italiano
86/100 (1037 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Swordfish
Tiramisu
Osso Buco
Ice Cream
Prosciutto
Gelato
Lobster
Pesto
Eggplant
Fish
Pasta
Ossobuco
Salad
Calamari
Mussels
Calamares
Salmon
Sit down
Italian
Seafood
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Private Dining
Valet Parking
Reservations
Seating
Late Night
Lunch
Dinner
Fine Dining
"After reading the mixed reviews I felt compelled to try Baci for myself. We were greeting immediately at the door with a warm and firiendly hello by..."
David Barron
"Everyone raves about the dishes they ordered & I had the Osso Buco that was the best I’ve ever had. Everything from the cocktails to the desserts..."
Joan McLaughlin Cook
"Walking into Baci is like walking into an oasis! The traffic fades away, the lights are dimmed from the harsh reality outside, the fragrance of..."
Suzanne Martikas
"My friends and I love everything about Baci. The food is fabulous, the service is top class, and chatting with the owner, Tony, is so enjoyable! ..."
Catherine H Nielsen
"Everything Baci does is the best. It's classic and great every time. Once you go to Baci and you go to other restaurants you frequently find yourself..."
Jeff Johnson
"As usual the food is excellent and the presentation always amazing . Best service in San Diego’s best hidden Gem..."
Γεωργιος Μαραντος
"This is a Fine Dining experience. If you want spaghetti and lasagna, go somewhere else. Baci is for foodies. The Osso Buco was perfectly cooked,..."
Samuel Lock
"De best Italian Restaurant in San Diego The Sea Bass dish was absolutely Delicious �, it melt in your month so tinder . The service is Top notch..."
Joe Zaitona
"Dinner was amazing, food was fabulous. Fine dining at it's best. Enjoyed the entire evening. The owners are very friendly, and the waiter's were very..."
Rose Chiappara Oswald
"The food is outstanding. The service is even better. Appetizers to dessert; quality food up and down the..."
Thomas Elbert Jr.
"Ambiance! Service! Drinks! Food! Wine!. A little pricey but well worth..."
Fred Wm Hornbeck
"Incredible food & service paired with the most incredibly hospitable family. It is a San Diego..."
David Jones
"My wife and I had our wedding reception at Baci. Tony and all the staff are amazing! Best food (Italian or otherwise) I have ever had. If you have..."
Stefan Brown
"This is the real deal. Authentic Italian great service well worth the $$$$. Our server was knowledgeable and we went with most of his suggestions. We..."
Samiksha Seth
"Wonderful place, great decor. Had the sea urchin appetizer; it as fantastic. I skipped the salads as I saw nice size portions floating..."
Bradley Darjean
"Solid Quality. We visited Baci based on the review on San Diego Restaurants.com and had a lovely time. The quality of the food was excellent, and we..."
Beth T
"Extraordinary. Fabulous attention by the managers making sure your dining is terrific. Will go again and..."
Brian
"The service was exceptional. Must ask for Sal. The food was extrodinare. Fresh, nicely prepared and well presented. The specials were special. They..."
Larry Emdur
"AMAZING NEIGHBORHOOD DELIGHT!. "Went there for the first time recently and was extraordinarily impressed. Pulling up it seemed like an old-style..."
STOUT
"I had a great time at Baci last night. The service was impeccable and our waiter was very friendly and funny. The food was top notch—maybe not the..."
Christopher Gorrie
"Came here for a work dinner. We were seated outside where a TV was set up for presentation. Food was fantastic. Great place for date night also...."
Felicity Fung
"This is the most authentic Italian experience in San Diego thus far. From the menu organization to the accents, good food, and wine options available..."
Levi Renninger
"Everything about Baci is wonderful. First time coming here after it was recommended. We were not disappointed! From the salad to desert, all the food..."
Mildred Fox
"A long-time San Diego staple, but my first visit. I should have come here years ago. As a first-timer, I had to order the osso bucco, and it did not..."
Brett P
"Long time staple of SD, but my first time here. I should have come YEARS ago. As a first timer I had to order the osso bucco. It did not disappoint!..."
Mandi Rumion
"The food here is always amazing. Everything on the menu comes out delicious. The wait staff is so attentive and nice. We really enjoy dining here!..."
Diane Paris
"Only for people who like excellent food, great wine and drinks, and awesome service. A true taste of Italy, from the atmosphere to amazing pastas to..."
Jon Angle
"A long-standing San Diego staple, but my initial visit, and I regret not coming years ago. As a first-timer, I opted for the osso buco, and it..."
Bruce L
"Delicious Italian food. A hidden gem! Service was excellent. Great ambiance inside. Highly recommend trying this place..."
Michal Brichacek
Devine Pastabilities
Devine Pastabilities
85/100 (1560 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Carbonara Torpasta
Meatballs
Seasoned Fries
Lasagne
Carbonara
Vegan Meatballs
Tortellini
Fettuccini Alfredo
Tortelloni
Lasagne
Garlic bread
Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich
cheese pizza
Mike's Meat Lovers Lasagna
bunny chow
Eggplant
Carbonara with Shrimp
Spaghetti Marinara
Pasta
Creamy Pesto & Sundried Tomato
Salad
Blush Sauce Tortellini Torpasta
Carbonara and Pesto Torpasta
Sausage & Penne Torpasta
Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Torpasta
Creamy Pesto & Sundried Tomatoes
Creamy Pesto Torpasta
Bruschetta Pesto and Carbonara
Alfredo
Sit down
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Accepts Discover
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Heard about this place across the country. Had to try it when we got here. It lived up to expectations. Large torpedo with ample pasta inside the..."
Christopher Thomson
"Curiosity brought me here to check out the menu. The food will have me back again at some point. Everything from the meatball pasta sandwich to the..."
Frank Rosado
"My boyfriend and I specifically stopped here while we were in town because I had seen a video about this place a long time ago and really wanted to..."
Christie D
"So in case you didn't know this place sells killer sandwiches that come in sweet sandwich holders that keep them in the upright position. Eat some..."
Joseph Brennan
"On this trip I ordered the pesto with Bow Tie pasta. It is my favorite selection at Devine Pastabilities. It's fresh, zesty, and filling. I got the..."
James Camacho
"Torpasta sounds like a weird concept but it works! We tried a Fettuccini Carbonara, a Spaghetti w Meatballs, and a Penne Pasta w Sausage. All had..."
Norman Miller
"A cute little place with lots of cool and funny decorations on the walls. Outside seating and a bathroom available. We tried the fettuccini and meat..."
Aly SM
"My favorite carb loading location! Great food and service always. Never a disappointing experience. Unique concept and casual environment. Nice..."
Lorraine Peet
"I stumbled upon this little piece if carb heaven and save it in my "places to take my visiting friends and family" list. It is such a great concept..."
Michelle Langstaff
"Great place to eat! If you like traditional Italian food they have it. But I suggest their non-traditional approach. We were visiting from out of..."
Jeffrey Thompson
Pizza Bella
Pizza Bella
85/100 (2977 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fettucini Alfredo with Chicken
Orange Chicken with Pasta
Bella Veggie Sandwich
Alfredo
Tortellini Alfredo with Chicken and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Caprese
Meatballs
Sandwiches
Eggplant Parmigiana
Lasagne
House Salad
Chicken Parmesan
Pizza Ever
Bruschette
Beef
Mediterranean Salad
Pesto
Personal Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Garlic bread
Eggplant
The Works Pizza
Minestrone soup
Pasta
Cannoli
Salad
Buffalo Wings
Bruschetta
Chicken Parmesan
Fettuccine Alfredo
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Television
Late Night
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"We were a party of 12!! 2 adults & 10 kids. Everyone thought it was the best food we've eaten all vacation! The service was Great, they..."
Cleo Shaw
"Not had a pizza anywhere in the world that tops the pizza from here. Nice little ham and pineapple number with extra portion of spinach. Immense. Hit..."
Paul Irwin
"Found our new Pizza spot! Great food...antipasto salad, chicken wings and of course best hand tossed pizza crust. Service and atmosphere nice as..."
Ann Marie Ramos Thornberry
"Thank you for letting us take the patio last night, we all had a great time and we will always remember our times there which were many years. There..."
Diana Saxton
"My family and I have been coming here for years. The pizza is great. The dough and crust is so fluffy and the Shrimp Diablo pasta is awesome (My..."
Xochitl Brambila
"Pizza Bella is fabulous! Whether you come for the Sigma Chi (our first taste) or get wings/salad/cheese pizza (our usual) we have never been..."
Cyndy Reyes
"This place was phenomenal! Everything we had at the table was great! I highly recommend..."
Tiffany Sorber
"The best Italian food in San Diego and we always get treated like..."
Michael Farrell
"Really wonderful experience! A nice, old school red-sauce Italian place that reminded me of my childhood back east. Great pasta, superb garlic bread,..."
Chuck Marsh
"This place is awesome, I have an Autistic son who only will eat pizza. When we visit San Diego I always call to get his pizza here! There food also..."
Cindy Clements
"My first choice for real Italian food whenever I'm in the San Diego are. Very friendly and attentive staff. The food is delicious. Love the eggplant..."
Santiago Mari Roca
"Fabulous food! The Spicy Shrimp Pasta was so yummy. Thank you so much for a wonderful..."
Jessica Garza Rodriguez
"The food is amazing; the best pizza I have ever ate! Customer service also exceeded my expectations- my daughter was pouting because they did not..."
Sarah Dragon
"Great food, great atmosphere, great service!! Highly recommend, a hidden..."
Katrina Miller
"We love their food and we eat there anytime we are in San Diego! Service is excellent..."
Phyllis Kovalcik
"Pizza Bella Italian Bistro in Old Town San Diego is an absolute gem! Be prepared to be dazzled by their delectable margherita pizza, crowned the best..."
Ritul Jain
"Located in Old Town, Pizza Bella has been around for years but it’s been some time since I dined here. I was a bit taken aback to walk in and be..."
Steven Heath
"Delicious pizza and salads. We also tried the lasagna which was very good. Prices are close to $20 an appetizer and dinner plate but everything..."
Michael Stevenson
"A really nice Italian place in Old Town. Seating and service: the open court yard is nice and very peaceful! The staff have always been very..."
Charles A Nassar
"Service is excellent, portions are huge, pizza is on point and best lemonade in San Diego. If you’re eating in old town and not eating at Pizza..."
Michael St George
"Came from Utah to eat it!! So good! 10 out of 10 recommend!! We got a variety of food from pizza to spaghetti to a sandwich it was all..."
Alyssa Akagi
"Mom and I visited Old Town on a Wednesday afternoon. After striking through town for hours, we read reviews and decided to give Pizza Bella a whirl...."
Shan Marie
"Every time we go to San Diego, it's the only place we dine. We love the food here. The service and the family atmosphere are well worth the 1.5 hour..."
Joann Martinez
"The best pizza. Awesome customer service. Located in old town. the deep dish and regular crust pizza are amazing. Quality, fresh ingredients, The..."
Queen Sam
"One of the best meals I've had in a long time. 1st the minestrone soup is a must have. Fresh vegetables & the broth has nice roasted garlic flavor,..."
Ed VanDam
"We tried the chi sigma pizza and it was excellent :) Great wine as well. It’s a good place for a date night..."
Mila Lukić
"I come to San Diego for work every two months and I never miss my chance to come here. The best pasta Ive ever eaten. The lasagna, raviolis, penne..."
Josh Soto
"I’ve been here as a child when we visited San Diego and now I’ve finally been able to come back and the flavor and atmosphere is exactly as I..."
Drew Tschirki
"The pizzas are Ginormous, Sooo HUGE! If you think you need 4 Large for 10 people, you only need 1 XL..lol… they are seriously theee best pizzas..."
Cherie Miller
"We love this place, just had a large group for my wedding rehearsal outside on the patio. 35 of us enjoyed pizza, pasta, wine and great service from..."
michael ferris
"Had pizza and antipasto salad. Pizza was good, but the antipasto salad was delicious! Prices are very high. $52..."
Troy White
"Excellent, casual, Italian American eatery. I will be back again hopefully sometime..."
Rachel Foster
"Good pizza, especially for large crowds, they have a super sized pizza. Took a group of ten here and sat on their patio, really nice. 4 pizzas and we..."
John Foster
Arrivederci Italian Restaurant
Arrivederci Italian Restaurant
85/100 (1711 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Pesto
Salmon
Pork
Ossobuco
Lamb chops
Shrimp
Polenta
Cioppino
Tiramisu
Lobster
Bolognese
Eggplant
Lasagne
Salad
Cannoli
Scallops
Osso Buco
Calamari
Chicken Wings
Risotto
Lamb
Calamares
Sit down
Italian
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"It had been quite some time since I’d last visited Arrivederci but I remembered loving the food. That hasn’t changed with this visit. We went..."
Steven Heath
"Have now visited a few times and never been disappointed. The staff are always very welcoming and take the time to make sure that you are having a..."
Dave R
"Great spot for Italian food for the price! went on a Sunday 6 pm and it was crowded - glad we made a reservation Best part was honestly the free..."
Julia Bu
"Excellent service. The waiters are exceptionally quick, kind, and patient. Food comes out quickly, even on bush Saturday nights. The food itself was..."
Soham Kulkarni
"Food is excellent, and at a very reasonable pricepoint. Service is friendly and thoughtful. Will be coming back..."
Rahila Athanikar
"My favorite restaurant in San Diego, period. Nice staff, freshly baked bread, huge varieties of pasta/risotto selections, simply classic family-owned..."
West9ine
"Real Italian food and service. Reservations recommended. The food is superb, and the prices are too. The menu selection has a variety of pastas,..."
E&C Cox
"I had the eggplant appetizer. A thin slice of eggplant covered with sauce and cheese . I felt like I was eating sauce and cheese because there was..."
BA M
"The real deal! Having lived in Italy many years I'm always skeptical of eating at Italian restaurants in the usa, I usually avoid them. However, I..."
Sarafina Gill
"Delicious and authentic Italian food! Our favorite is the tortellini with ham and peas in a creamy sauce. This last time I got the fusilli creamy..."
Brittany Gilbert
Lorna's Italian Kitchen
Lorna's Italian Kitchen
85/100 (1564 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Bolognese
Lasagne
Pesto
Sit down
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Early Lunch with a friendfFrst time visit at a local family restaurant.. Nice outside seating in addition to inside the restaurant. Nice..."
Adweta Dhar
"We love coming here. But no reservations except for big parties. Luckily our wait wasn’t too long. Good wine. Great food starting with Caesar salad..."
Rohini
"Great team work style service. DELISH pasta, just wow. Five of us out for dinner, five different dishes, all amazing. Big portions. Not one on us can..."
Melody B
"Lorna's Italian kitchen is better then good. The food is always hot, fresh and delicious. The Italian cuisine and friendly atmosphere are perfect for..."
Addie Richter
"BEST CANOLI IN THE CITY, and I'll fight anybody who says different! Seriously, though, everything on the menu is amazing. Go there..."
Uzzell
"Steve's Place. Don't expect "real" italian or even NYC italian... I think of this as "california italian". I have been eating lunch at Lorna's for..."
Scott Quiggle
"Best affordable Italian food in SD. My favorite dish, Joy's tortolleni with tomato cream sauce. Also great meatballs. Everything is very fresh and..."
Heather
"Solid 4 stars. Cute mom and pops place in university city! Food is pretty good reasonably priced! Service is..."
Dani S
"Lorna's Italian catered our 100 person backyard wedding effortlessly. Ethan and his staff were amazing through the entirety of the process. The food..."
Nicole Dorsey
"new favorite place!! such a romantic and cute atmosphere with delicious food that's worth the price! we got the lasagna and gnocchi..."
Sophi Gamon
"I received the best service of my life here! Attentive staff that genuinely wanted to assist you and was happy that you were there. They even took..."
Anna Scribner
"Great little spot in a strip mall for dinner. Casual with a nice italian grotto feel. Checkered tablecloths and tight seating with outdoor tables and..."
Ethan S
"Wow! Just WOW! Want a kid friendly restaurant without giving up food quality!?! This is the place! Everyone is so friendly, the food was..."
Holly Sears
"A nice American Italian restaurant! I reccomend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys a classic Italian experience! The food was simple but delicious!..."
Daisy Allin
"It's all about the tagitelle Bolognese here. I've been eating this dish since I was a kid. It's one of the best ones in San Diego. Lorna's is a..."
Hannah Ashton
"Caesar salad was just ok. The taste of olive oil was too strong and the salad was over dressed. Garlic knots were very good. Meat ball was..."
Troy White
"Ordered for the first time here and was very pleasantly surprised. I ordered the linguini with clams (turned out to be clam sauce and not clams in..."
Samantha
"Ok I was a bit apprehensive about this spot, because when you pull into the parking lot the restaurant comes off as a end cap corner cafe spot. But..."
Teddy Blanco
"Small neighborhood restaurant. Good size menu, Plenty of variety. Notice plenty of people coming for pickup. Eat either outside or enter through the..."
Daniel Morgan
"Excellent restaurant! Food was delicious! Lots of to-go orders and a full restaurant which tells you how good it is! They cycle through quick though..."
Cathy Leslie
"We had not been to Lorna's in many years since moving to North County. Our decision to return was rewarded with the same outstanding food that we..."
Jeffrey Chandler
"Lorna's is a solid Italian restaurant. They give you humongous portions and the food is tasty if you like a good marinara based dish. The chicken..."
Alec Rodney
"Don’t let the storefront appearance fool you! We randomly found Lorna’s through Google maps. It is far better than expected!!! The kitchen and..."
James Christiansen
"Morena is a staple for our family. The food is world class, the setback is great: attentive and thorough with out rushing. The prices are amazing..."
Jeffrey Jenkins, DVM, Dipl. ABVP Avian
"Absolutely obsessed with their Tagliatelle Bolognese! Doesn't get any better. So glad they're close by - it's a neighborhood staple and favorite for..."
Noah Nelson
Dumpling Inn
Dumpling Inn
85/100 (3448 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Vegan Options
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Asian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Calamari
Calamares
Dim Sum
Curry
Bass
Noodle
Chow Mein
Shrimp
Kung Pao Chicken
Beef
Lamb
Fish
Fried rice
Dumplings
Pork
Soup Dumplings
Eggplant
Salad
Shanghai
Sit down
Chinese
Asian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Delivery
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Let me start by saying that I’ve never had a tofu dish wow me, until visiting here! My husband and I stopped in last week and ordered the Kung Pao..."
Kylie Ozols
"This place is always busy but the food here is so good that it feels like it's just you and the food in the entire restaurant. I got the orange..."
K. Catherine Pike
"Dumpling Inn is one of my favorite places for Chinese food in Convoy. The service is fast, I can usually get a table, and the food is delicious. Some..."
Tiffany Allen
"Happy my daughter and I found this place. Yum yum dim sum. Noodles and more. Tasty. Nice atmosphere. Lots of beers, spirits and mixed drinks. I will..."
Nathan Buddrius
"Excellent choice for our large party of 12. No reservations though-when I called they advised they do reservations for large ģroups. Once we arrived..."
Mary “Mom's Travel Team” Loeza
"The food was great, it was just too hot in the place to eat warm hot food. But that’s just me, I like to eat in AC. Food is awesome..."
Jennifer Brand
"We originally were going to Kura Sushi next door but they had a 2.5 hour wait so we decided to try the Dumpling Inn. It was busy and also had a 25..."
Jason Suarez
"It's busy here. We were lucky to get a table immediately. After i day Dien, i looked back at the entrance there were 3 groups waiting to get a..."
Susana Tan
"If the Dumpling Inn was actually a hotel, I would stay here every time I visited San Diego. Local craft beer on tap, fantastic daily happy hour..."
Leland Turner
"My husband and I stumbled over to this place after being told by Kura it was a 3 hour wait for two people. So glad we did! It was delicious!! The..."
Destiny Grace
"Really enjoyed the dinner here. We had a group of 4 and shared a few dumpling dishes to start. The pork and chive dumplings were amazing! Parking is..."
Chris W
"Really good. My family and I visited on a random Saturday night. It was a very pleasant surprise. Very nice atmosphere, food was superb and the..."
Nigel Gonzalez
"Phenomenal food!! Everything we ordered was super..."
Victor Diaz
"I think I am safely going to jump the gun and give this place 5 stars. I've tried so little, but I want to come back and try much more! I sampled a..."
M Nedloc
"The place is nice and clean and has a good atmosphere. The dumpling were good. Definitely like them more than the XLBs. I just felt the XLB dough was..."
Kristina Bolt
"This place is fantastic! We decided to give this restaurant a try tonight and it was amazing. Dumplings were so good. Seriously the best food I've..."
Jub's Journey
"Best Chinese and Asian food in San Diego. Great price, fresh and quality ingredients and huge portions! Orange chicken is made with real chicken..."
francis meram
Buon Appetito
Buon Appetito
85/100 (4152 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Cannoli
Calamari
Osso Buco
Risotto
Mussels
Gelato
Calamares
Minestrone
Salmon
Arancini
Shrimp
Chicken Wings
Beef
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Swordfish
Pork
Lobster
Eggplant
Polenta
Pasta
Cioppino
Salad
Antipasti
Tiramisu
Scallops
Ragu
Bolognese
Clams
Ossobuco
Lasagne
Duck
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The best Italian food I've EVER had outside of Italy. Amazing food, great atmosphere and terrific prices. Don't skip dessert - the tiramisu is to die..."
Amanda Grassia
"While visiting Little Italy, we decided to have dinner in this lovely place. Even though they were pretty busy, we were seated immediately. The bread..."
Karen Estremo
"Great ambiance and friendly servers. Very good homemade pasta with various types of sauces. Highly recommend the pasta with lobster & cheese in a..."
Karen Heckert
"We were there to celebrate my niece’s graduation (10 is us) they handles the bi party well. Great food, great atmosphere and great service. Had..."
Glenn Konthea Wargo
"This restaurant was welcoming and had a short wait. The food was wonderful, although slightly on the pricy side. I highly recommend for a good..."
Sarah Sweeney
"I love this place very good food, and good service one of my favorite plate..."
Elda Ramirez
"Fantastic dishes and service! We ordered the pork oso bucco and the veal & mushroom pockets and ended with the tiramisu - all were authentic and..."
Cheryll Grainger
"One of best place to eat in San Diego, I’m very very picky about..."
Jay Shah
"The food is all homemade, no canned sauces, prepackaged Pasta or anything. The food was delicious 👍🏻 The service was great and I would go..."
Brenda Poore
"Food was delicious and our server was fantastic! So glad we stumbled into here. Favorite meal by far on our trip to San..."
Fiona Ferguson
"My favorite Italian restaurant in Little Italy. Food is always great. Pretty happy with with the staff as well. My go too..."
Sherry Kulakowsky
"Amazing food great bartender felt like home! My daughter and I enjoyed every min. It came as a recommendation. We are from NJ but live in AZ and you..."
Heather Finn
"Amazing! We went for my husband Birthday! Had the sea food pasta outstanding!! He had ravioli with goat cheese and his mom chicken farfalle! The food..."
Laura Camila Petersen
"The meal was amazing! One of the best dishes I’ve ever..."
Jeff Ross
"Had a taste for lasagna, in between our Trolley ride and this place did not disappoint. Food was delicious and dessert was by far the best tiramisu..."
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"One here on a spur of the moment trip with my friend and his father. The staff was very welcoming and allowed us to sit wherever we wanted. Even..."
Jacob Bep
"Nice restaurant in Little Italy. Other than the hostess giving us a little attitude when I asked for a different table, the rest of the meal was..."
T Lim
"We had the Lasagna Classico and Penne Bolognese. Both were very good, especially the Bolognese. The server brought fresh warm bread and a garlic,..."
Paul Reilly
"Stopped here with my family for lunch while exploring Little Italy. We came as soon as they were opening and were seated quickly, choosing to sit..."
Gil Corpuz
"Eat on the patio! Service is incredible! They will customize dishes heavily to your preference. One of the best Italian places. 1. Get the Arancini,..."
Nimesh S
"The outside area has a pretty good vibe. The service was also great. The food was ok, the octopus we had cooked for a little too long. The canneloni..."
Guilherme Dino Montanini
"We started out with an appetizer and a glass of wine after nibbling on the bread and dipping sauce. Our main courses included the Duck Ragu and the..."
David Matz
"I love this place. Seriously great service. Charming eatery that has both indoor and patio dining. Everything we ordered was so delicious. Before I..."
Jason Lee
"I absolutely love this place. The service is seriously top-notch. It's a charming eatery that offers both indoor and patio dining. Every dish we..."
Brett P
Pomodoro Ristorante Italiano
Pomodoro Ristorante Italiano
85/100 (2048 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Ossobuco
Salmon
Swordfish
Shrimp
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Lasagne
Eggplant
Carbonara
Pasta
Osso Buco
Salad
Lamb
Scallops
Pesto
Calamari
Fish
Risotto
Pork
Calamares
Sit down
Italian
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Some of the best food we had in town. Quick and friendly service. Very authentic feel. Most important: the prices! Many things felt very expensive in..."
Mitch North
"This is a must try and keep going and going! First off the staff are Italians from Italy that speak Italian! I had a great conversation with them in..."
Brandi Cropper
"We came on a Wed night, so the service was fast as there wasn’t much of a crowd. Regardless the service and food was great. The bill was $100 for..."
Alex Fidel
"Fantastic Italian food. Nice atmosphere, great service and even came with an Italian accent. Large portions and good price. Enjoyed it much more than..."
Gwen D
"Some of the best Veal picatta ever. Real deal. Love the atmosphere, highly..."
Sneaky Meade
"The server was Italian and he was so funny and enthusiastic. The pasta is fantastic. The house is so quaint and cozy. Loved the atmosphere... the..."
Dusty Jeffers
"We are spending time in San Diego for our honeymoon. We found this place online for dinner. The food was great! We enjoyed it. The atmosphere was..."
Britney S
"I love Pomodoro! I've been coming here for more than a decade and it is delicious every time. The atmosphere is very quaint and homey. The have a..."
April Whittemore
"Amazing. Crispy calamari. Light batter. So soft. Kids fettuccine alfredo is sharable. Linguine di mare was wonderful. Plump firm shrimp. They give a..."
Daniel Suehisa
"Great food, great service in a casual setting. Don't forget to order the heirloom tomatoes with burrata. The baked eggplant starter was delicious and..."
Bill Foody
Plumeria
Plumeria
85/100 (2441 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Thai
Asian
Thai
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Bua Loy
Spicy Noodle
Pad Thai
Curry
Sweet Sticky Rice with Mango
Spicy Basil Fried Rice
Tofu Fresh Spring Rolls
See-EW
Yellow Curry
Noodle
Eggplant with Garlic Sauce and Duck
Fish
Shrimp
Vegan Appetizer Sampler
Drunken Noodles
Fried rice
Beef
Broccoli Delight
Panang Curry
pineapple fried rice
Vegan Thai Food
Special Duck Noodle Soup
Eggplant
Cheesy Wonton
Salad
Thai Samosa
Chicken Cashew Nut
Duck
Red Curry with Beans for Protein
Pumpkin Curry
Tuna
Pad Thai
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"I am Vegan and Gluten Free and have never had so many choices on a menu. We ordered way more food than we should have but we wanted to try out some..."
Jenni Nicassio
"Great food and always great service. This is one of the few places I enjoy which is not 100% Vegan. They take great care in marking the menu vegan..."
Charles Scot
"My favorite vegan spot in the area! I honestly don’t think there’s a dish on the menu that I don’t like! I adore the pumpkin..."
Christine Marie Tringali
"Grest place! Found them when I was searching for a vegetarian restaurant to go to and this one did not disappoint. The food was excellent and the..."
Joanne Rivera
"You don't have to be Vegan or a Vegetarian to appreciate the flavors served to you, with an artistic flare. We've eaten here a few times over the..."
Conni Phillips
"I'm not sure there are sufficient words to describe the level of incredible perfection of this place. The food.... just... just... wow. I've never..."
Erin Darling
"I've eaten quite a bit of vegan food, not only in my own kitchen, but in other establishments all over this country and Plumeria has now been named..."
Kujo Kumro
"The food was delicious!!!! Great place to eat. It’s pretty loud inside because it’s super busy! But excellent..."
Heather Logan
"When my wife and I can't decide on a place to eat, this is where we come. The reason? We both LOVE the food! We're neither one of us vegetarians by..."
Sergio Gonzalez
"Amazing option for vegans. Great environment. Would recommend to those looking for..."
Brandon Cole
"My favorite vegan resturant and yes we drive 2 hrs just to go eat at Plumeria.We need one in Loma Linda,Ca after all we're one of the blue zones in..."
Gabriela Montano-Marron
"We love this restaurant! I was going to this tasty place even before thinking about becoming a vegetarian. This place has such a great variety of..."
Janice D Matthews
"I can't wait to go back! The menu was amazing and the service was fast. The staff members were all friendly and..."
Cathy Welcher
"This is the first vegan restaurant I've liked enough to be able to eat with my friends. I have not had good experiences with vegan restaurants..."
Chrissie Peters Sheggrud
"I've live about 45 minutes and will drive down to University Heights just to eat here. Best Thai food.. Every time I come the restaurant grows, that..."
Alexandrea Mazzetti
"I’m not even close to being a vegan or vegetarian but this is one of my favorite restaurants in San Diego! Soooooooooooo..."
Gabe L Evans
"We went to The Plumeria Vegetarian Restaurant during lunch (12/2023) and the food was just authentic. We've never tasted Thai food at its best, other..."
Rito Santos
"This cute street in University heights has an interesting mix of Asian-leaning foods. We chose this place to eat more plant-based for lunch. The..."
Nina V
"I would rate 6/5 stars if possible, this place is incredible! The food is incredibly flavorful, everyone was so kind, and the atmosphere is..."
Allison
"A FOODIE’S VEGETARIAN DELIGHT🤩🙃😎.It’s authentic Thai flavors with vegetarian/vegan take, although the menu has certain options for..."
A V (globetrotter)
"The Thai basil vegetable dish is the best dish I have ever had. Every time I am in Encinitas I have to stop..."
Samantha
"I was in San Diego for work and was brought to Plumeria by a friend who is vegan. I was really surprised by how fresh and tasty all the dishes were...."
Khurram Hassan
"Y’all Plumeria really has the best fried tofu I’ve ever had. No joke. We came for lunch and split this fried tofu and pad Thai dish. (Ok we also..."
Jes The Foodie
"Had the best vegetarian dishes I’ve ever tried! Vegetarian duck is like no other! Atmosphere is great and staff are super friendly and attentive...."
Tyler Brown (TampaTraveler)
"Located in University heights. This cute little vegetarian Thai restaurant has a local hipster vibe about it but not in a pretentious way. I'm glad..."
JC Yu
"This place is really great. I highly recommend eating here to friends & family. I had the Tom Yum soup and Yellow Curry with vegan chicken. The..."
Gerin
"Food was amazing with quiet atmosphere. All the dishes we ordered were..."
Purvi Patel
"Plumeria is one of the best vegan/vegetarian restaurants in San Diego. I love the University Heights location. The staff and the environment is super..."
Christopher Gorrie
"Good place for vegan and vegetarians. They have a great variety of options. The food was really good. We tried the thai cashew, yellow curry and thai..."
Akshan Mehta
"Always greeted with a smile. Food is so authentic and delicious. I had pad see ew with " chicken " #5 heat..... yes it was spicy and so..."
Mark Sanchez
"Hands down one of the best Thai curry we’ve ever had… and we’ve had them all over the world! And they are vegan! I had the spicy noodle, it was..."
Jess Justice
"This lovely Thai restaurant has a large variety of beautiful and delicious vegetarian / vegan versions of all the favorite Thai dishes, plus some..."
Holly Mullen
"I love this place. It's always on my 'must visit' list when I'm back home in SD. The mock chicken and duck are my favorite proteins. Had a taro tea..."
D Afalla
"Been here lot of times. If you are looking for vegetarian Thai place with good ambiance-this is it. Food taste is not always consistent and drinks..."
Priyangi Vashistha
Herb & Wood
Herb & Wood
85/100 (2696 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Direct Cocktails
Pork Belly
Tuna
Bone Marrow Escargot Gruyere Fines Herbs Caramelized Onion Pizza
Iced tea
Salmon
Pasta with Bucatini
Wine
Croissant with Maldon Whipped Butter and Seasonal Jam
Avocado toast
Chocolate Souffle
Shrimp
Beef Cheek
Toasts
Beef
Margherita Pizza
Escargot
Parker House Rolls
Torte
Hamachi Crudo
Ice Cream
Eggplant
Chicken Liver Toast
Prosciutto
Pasta
Oxtail Gnocchi
Gelato
Salad
Seven Spiced Caulilini
Lamb
Scallops
Roasted Oysters & Bone Marrow
Pesto
Clams
Monkey Bread Caramel Sesame Tahini Gelato Limited Availability
Roasted Baby Carrots
Fish
Oyster
Roasted Beets Salad
Pork
Risotto
American
Free Wifi
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"The place is beautifully appointed, the staff attentive, and the food outstanding. The gnocchi was superb and probably the best gnocchi I've ever..."
Shannon Slavin
"Wow. Where does one start. The whole feel and ambience was warm and inviting. I loved the old style of architecture and high ceilings. The staff..."
Gran Tiburon Blanco
"This is a really nice upscale restaurant in San Diego. The menu is simple and easy to pick from. There are a few good vegetarian options and the..."
Mayur Patel
"If you like a cocktail that has a more complex flavor and is also aesthetically pleasing this is the place for you. The food was also incredible it..."
Summer Gonzales
"We had a good evening, the atmosphere is good. The server was attentive, although I felt pressured to order more than I should. We ended up..."
Drew Suthipongchai
"A local friend brought me here for brunch on a visit to San Diego and confided that this was her favorite restaurant for brunch lunch or dinner. We..."
dan smith
"The ambiance of this restaurant is so beautiful and cozy. Great food, not too loud and relaxing. Work meetings to anniversaries; don’t miss out on..."
Lacy Riddle
"Close friends of my husband and I visited us in San Diego last weekend, and we had dinner at Herb & Wood to catch up and enjoy a nice meal. I was..."
Viennelyn Maier
"We'd seen Chef Brian Malarkey on TOC and realized we'd be close to one of his restaurants, so we had to go. The atmosphere is beautiful. The food..."
Sarah Hendrix
"I was truly blown away by a few of the dishes I had at Herb & Wood: the caulilini salad, oxtail gnocchi, and raspberry soufflé were all truly epic!..."
Christopher Gorrie
"This place has such a great atmosphere. I love how the restaurant was decorated and they’re like outdoor indoor patio area was really nice. Drinks..."
Kristina Bolt
"From the moment you enter Herb and Wood, the ambiance promises an unforgettable culinary journey. And trust me, it doesn’t disappoint. The evening..."
Cody Rodriguez
Piacere Mio
Piacere Mio
84/100 (1874 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Brunch
Polpo E Patate
Lobster ravioli
Tiramisú Traditional
cannoli siciliani
Swordfish
Crème Brûlée
Daily Cheesecake
Cioppino
Shrimp
Tiramisu
Prosciutto E Burrata
Beef
Octopus
Salmon Ravioli
Lasagne
Scaloppine Al Marsala
Carbonara
Pesto Lasagna
Eggplant
Prosciutto
Pollo Alla Parmigiana
Gelato
Orecchiette Con Salsiccia Pasta
Pasta
Pesto
Penne Alla Norma Pasta
Salad
Fish
Taglierini Neri Al Frutti Di Mare Pasta
Calamari
Pork
Stinco Di Agnello Secondi
Risotto
Calamari Fritti
Antipasti
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina Pasta
Salmon
Artichokes
Linguine alle vongole
Sit down
Italian
Mediterranean
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Not fancy by any means but portions are generous, service is efficient, and the atmosphere is casual. My spaghetti was quite good (though not..."
Jason Liang
"Authentic Italian from the food to the people….across the board delicious. Ordered pizza, gnocchi, soup and all was tasty. We walked in on a Monday..."
Carl Foisy
"The food here is so delicious, it will haunt me forever! Just incredible! Every staff member was just super friendly and exuberant! The pasta, the..."
Alison Carter
"I’m not quite sure if this place is a hidden gem anymore, but it’s definitely a gem 💎 Authentic, delicious, rich in flavor all at an..."
Grace Kim
"The Italian waitress who served the food was super helpful and friendly! This is so far the best Italian food I’ve tried in San Diego. The portion..."
Mimi
"Our first foray into San Diego certainly set the bar high when it comes to dining. Our friends from out of state were staying in SD for a birthday..."
Charles Quarto
"A little out of the way if you’re visiting but well worth the drive. Food was very nice and service was good. If you’re sat outside unfortunately..."
Chris Dobson
"Really cute little restaurant. We didn't know what to expect here. The food was great and the service outstanding. I would definitely go..."
Jason Brickey
"Food was amazing, excellent wine recommendations, and equally great service. You won’t be..."
Adeana Rhoades
"I took my husband here for his birthday and I we couldn’t have asked for a better meal and experience. The food is perfection. The service is crazy..."
Roger Jarvis
"Great location with great food. I got the squid ink seafood pasta, and my wife had the cat eat pasta, both are very..."
Chong Xia
"It was great It is a familiar place With great service And the environment is great Lights are perfect not to dark My husband had a free cake for his..."
Rosalinda Guitron
"This is our favorite Italian restaurant in San Diego. The waiters are authentic, the food is incredible, and the ambience is divine. Our favorite..."
Hunter Swanson
"The food is DEEEELICIOUS! The prices are reasonable. The staff are great. Located in a cute, walkable community with easy parking. Our favorite..."
JP T
"Best Italian food in all of San Diego. I don’t think you’ll find better pesto or bolognese in Italy. I wish we lived closer to..."
tai hsiao
"Absolutely Amazing Evening. The Artichoke Appetizer was refreshing and so delicious. The Chipino was spot on. Our son devoured his veal. My husband..."
Heidi DESALVO
"Some of the best pasta I've had in a while. Tried two different pastas and both were great. The service was great, the food came out extremely fast...."
Devon Inge
"The beef ravioli with mushroom cream sauce was amazing! I also love the burrata and prosciutto appetizer. The service was excellent as..."
Danielle M
Cafe 21 Gaslamp
Cafe 21 Gaslamp
84/100 (5939 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
American
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Cafe
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Brunch
Fish
Frittata
Pasta
Pork
Tiramisu
Blueberry Pancake
Salad
Wings
Cheese fondue
Fondue
Mimosa Flight
Scallops
Sangrias
Omelette
Short Rib Omlet
Tiramisu Pancakes with Mascarpone
Duck
Avocado toast
Short Rib Omelette
Salmon
Sandwiches
Meatballs
Vegan French Toast with Fresh Fruit
Burger
Juice & Smoothies
Prosciutto
Crepes
Tapas
Bananas Foster
Shrimp
Savory Bread Pudding Benedict
Curry
Beef
Tomatoes and Eggs
Beetle-Juice
Cakes
Thai Five
Eggs Benedict
Pancakes
Lamb
French Toast
Juice & Smoothies
Eggplant
Pesto
Toasts
Bloody Mary
Sit down
Café
American
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"I have lived in San Diego since 1985, a saw and experienced lots of great restaurants! I saw them opened, closed and some are still open , but not a..."
Reza Badei
"I will recommend this establishment to everyone I know. The food is incredible...Service is evem better. And Leslie is something to behold!!� She..."
Mindy McDonnell
"Always enjoy our meals, drinks and entertainment at Cafe 21. Leslie’s one of the best bartenders in town! Tuesday is our favorite time - Rebecca..."
Barbara Smolin Sachs
"Awesome place, great food,fab entertainment n excellent staff.Be sure to go if your in the area👌Visiting from..."
Cushla Burns
"Dinner was so good, I came back the following night for more. Excellent food - much better than some of the tourist traps, and more reasonably..."
Oren Friedman
"Great atmosphere, food is so good. Love the dexor and the service was on..."
Cristina AriLey Matos
"Awesome place, food was amazing, great services and atmosphere. Definitely worth..."
Susanne Mooney
"The food was amazing, atmosphere was a cool vibe. service was great the tables where a lil crowded but its ok food made up for..."
Luz Mitchell
"Shared the Kabob plate and dessert tray. Crepe cake=my new favorite..."
Pam Bowie
"Fun place for breakfast! Interesting drinks and entrees. Staff are kind and attentive. The ambience is very lively. The food isn’t out of this..."
Chacón
"This one of my favorite culinary places to go!! first time I had duck wings was here .The drinks are amazing!! Hard to find parking ,but food and..."
Key Roberts
"Absolutely delicious with a friendly atmosphere!! The dishes are a little small, but still very filling. We got 2 dishes each and I had to take most..."
Nile Wilson
"I've been looking forward to coming to this place for a while because I liked that they have small plates for you to dive into different flavors..."
Jackie Neely
"Tasty feta omelette, very nice blueberry pancake(not very sweet),tasty blueberry jam. Friendly and caring staff. Great family friendly environment...."
Khorshid Yaghmai
"Voted Best Brunch restaurant in San Diego and I see why. I ordered the Vegan French Toast with a side of Lamb Meat Balls and fresh squeezed orange..."
Nicole Carter
"This place is a must! Went here for all 3 of my breakfasts while visiting. The food is exceptional. They have some very unique but well thought out..."
Kyle Goldthorp
"This was a great experience! This place stands out with their vibes and food. They have small plates so we ordered the Mediterranean rice, tiramisu..."
Kritika Khetarpal
"We ordered vegetarian power bowl and feta omelette. The portions were small but very delicious! If you care more about quality than quantity,..."
Orkhan B.
"Best food I had when I was in town. We went for 4 days and ate here for breakfast 2 of those times! I got the tiramisu Pancakes both times and they..."
Carra Knight
Trattoria Fantastica
Trattoria Fantastica
84/100 (2340 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Late Night
Calamares
Salmon
Alfredo
Shrimp
Tiramisu
Beef
Meatballs
Lobster
Bolognese
Eggplant
Lasagne
Pasta
Cannoli
Salad
Osso Buco
Clams
Saltimbocca
Calamari
Prosciutto
Risotto
Gelato
Mussels
"Great place with a good street side vibe. Erin was a pleasure, very much enjoyed her service. Food was very good but the Lasagna Special was the..."
Jeramie OK
"After a long day of e-bike riding and exploring San Diego, we decided to head down to Little Italy for an Ice Cream shop. We found ourselves a little..."
David Deckert
"One of the top Italian restaurant I have visit in the last 10 years, I came all the way from Canada to eat here . The pasta and pizza were..."
Tallya Amar
"Excellent Italian food at Nonna + Zuchero. We visited Nonna on a Sunday evening at about 7PM. The server who was waiting on us was very helpful and..."
Karan Bhansali
"Cute location and atmosphere! We split wine and a prosciutto and burrata, which was delicious. The pasta was amazing and tasted so fresh. We didnt..."
Melissa Lim
"Place is epic. The pizzas are extremely flavorful and authentic. Especially the, Salciccia pizza. It has calibrisi peppers only from Italy and the..."
Darren Baker
"Service was great and food was very flavorful. We had the gnocci fritta appetizer, focaccia, bianco pizza, tortellini funghi, and pomodoro pasta. I..."
amber enriquez
"I think the food is okay, but it's more Italian-American than authentic Italian. Out of the stuff we ordered, I liked the eggplant parmigiana. They..."
Anne Plaza
"Dinner here for my wife's birthday. Service and food were beyond over the top. Our waiter came and sang Happy Birthday in Italian to her. It was..."
Erik Camacho
"I was a little taken aback or bummed out when we were not offered outdoor seating and then walked right through the main dining area, down a very..."
Scott Harm
Flavors Of East Africa
Flavors Of East Africa
84/100 (907 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
African
Vegan Options
African
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Eggplant
Curry
Lamb
Sit down
African
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"You ordered food from here once before and remember how flavorful and decently spicy the food was so I had to get some when my family was visiting..."
Haylee Jane Monteiro
"Simple and welcoming place located at the El Cajon boulevard in SD. This is one of my favorite places to go and grab a bite for a cheap price and a..."
Alisson Sales
"Whether it’s at their original location or at the street fairs/markets this company always produces! The food is very fresh and flavorful, it’s..."
Levi Renninger
"Great food! GREAAAAT! We got 4 different meats and 4 different sides and everything was amazing! Will be my place from..."
Rade Dostanic
"We ordered for take out but then decided to eat there. The food was delicious. Flavorful. We ordered oxtail, with coconut rice/plantains. And also..."
Tommie P
"I’ve had Flavors of East Africa at the Hillcrest Farmer’s market and at their brick & mortar location. Both excellent. The jerk chicken, lentils,..."
Cassi Greenlee
"Been here twice and the food is delicious! The oxtail are huge and meaty. Generous portion of coconut rice or ugali along with the choice of veggies..."
rachelle merachellem
"This spot is DELICIOUS!!! The aroma poring out of this tucked away hidden gem would make anyone's mouth water...I do remember sampling their booth at..."
Ms. G
"Great food... with an East African flare. Parking is tough but most people use the gas station next..."
Keskim Shillingford
"Amazing. Everything about it. I got a large chicken combo (i think that was the name) which came with 2 chicken dishes, 2 vegetable dishes, and rice...."
Sean S
"This place is GO TO! Absolutely 100% excellent. We've ordered so many times, and the food is incredible. My wife who spent her childhood and later..."
Jared Butler
"Really delicious Kenyan food. Portions are huge and flavor is strong &..."
Ade William
"The hostess was very friendly when greeting us. My friend ordered an Oxtail dinner with mixed rice and plantains. I had the Beef stew with mixed..."
Micky Nickles
"Great 1st time experience with East African food. It was delicious. The server she was wonderful explained everything to me. I ended up getting the..."
Helen M. Shore
"This place was delicious. Their hibiscus ginger drink was so refreshing, the oxtail was amazing, and the jerk chicken was outstanding. The vegetables..."
Jacob Elder
"Victoria (staff) was super amazing Best African food I’ve had in a long long time. I’m from DC, and this place is better than most places back..."
Christopher Poole
"The smell of the Flavors of East Africa pop up at the Ocean Beach Farmers Market drew me in & the long-but-quick-moving line assured me that the..."
Annie Smith
"I had the goat curry with ugali, greens and chapati. The food was absolutely delicious and the choice selection deep. My partner had a vegan option..."
David Isiaho
"Well my kids told me that I should give 5 stars so here it is. My son wants to give their fish 1,000 stars! Lol We loved everything here. We ordered..."
Bonnie Ye
Osteria Panevino
Osteria Panevino
84/100 (3137 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Fish
Octopus
Crab
Ragu
Bolognese
Clams
Calamari
Ossobuco
Lasagne
Risotto
Carbonara
Mussels
Osso Buco
Tuna
Cannelloni
Calamares
Shrimp
Ice Cream
Prosciutto
Salmon
Beef
Gelato
Chicken Wings
Lobster
Swordfish
Eggplant
Lamb
Bruschette
Cioppino
Pasta
Pesto
Tiramisu
Salad
Sit down
Italian
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Accepts Discover
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Absolutely love this place. The food is fantastic every time, and this visit we had the good fortune to sit at the bar and be served by Cheyenne. She..."
J Dubbs
"I've been coming here for many years now and it's absolutely my favorite Italian restaurant in San Diego. Service is always excellent. I've explored..."
Katrina Tyler
"Annalisa provided excellent service. The wait staff made sure we were taken care of all night. Loved being outside eating and enjoying the Gaslamp..."
Td Trains
"I’m almost positive this is where I ate last week (07/20/23) but I was super duper high and I can’t be 100% sure but the GPS location on my pics..."
James W
"This old school Italian restaurant was a great choice for dinner before a show at the Balboa Theater. Our reservation time was honored and staff was..."
Carrie Duranceau
"Amazing food, great service especially since we had a large group. They were very accommodating with our kids and we all left very happy. I can't say..."
kyle gorham
"Came here for dinner. Service is amazing, food was delicious, I just needed to add extra salt. Risotto was not the traditional creamy one, but still..."
Raghda Eldessouky
"In town for a conference. Being of sicilian descent, first generation, the menu reminded me of my childhood. It was a busy night, so difficult to..."
Paola Palma Sisto
"Me and my sister enjoyed your dinner and drink at the bar, it was lovely sweetest bartender. I ordered the lobster ravioli ,totally delicious must..."
Lamerria Hall
"Had a really wonderful dinner here the other night. They have an extensive wine selection and multiple delicious appetizers and very filling and..."
Ana Valle
"Food was good and service was amazing! The bread was fresh and warm, and it’s served with packaged butter. If you like your bread with balsamic..."
anne
"Sooo delicious! The service was impeccable! It was crazy busy and EVERYONE WAS SO NICE and delivered the best service. From the Bartender to the..."
Mary Gamez
"Went here for a company dinner. They provided a customized menu for our company. Everything served smelled great. I was fortunate to have coworkers..."
Miko Garcia
"What an amazing experience in the Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego. Not only is it close to everything, it's in a very bustling area with tons of other..."
Jonathan Stankiewicz
"I saw a review saying that they had vegan options, so I decided to give this place a try. I arrived at the restaurant and asked the hostess if there..."
Milene Lingiardi
"The service was good. The food was very good. The tiramisu.... best I've had anywhere in the world. And I've traveled quite a bit. Will have to come..."
Jonathan Alston
"A friend told us about this place so when we were out in San Diego my husband made sure we stopped here to eat before heading back home he knows I..."
Veronica Ibanez
"OP is a restaurant that I always visit when I am in San Diego. It is the oldest Italian restaurant in the Gaslamp quarter, and it never disappoints...."
MD Nguyen
Godfather
Godfather
84/100 (1563 ratings)
Restaurants
Deli
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Filet Mignon
Alfredo
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Shrimp
Bolognese
Lasagne
Cannoli
Eggplant
Cannelloni
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Fish
Clams
Salmon
Fast food
Italian
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Private Dining
Live Music
Valet Parking
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"The best Italian restaurant ever!! Personal and family dinners, business and company events, all handled with a personal touch by the Balistreri..."
Cheryl Chase-Berkson
"Very good restaurant , beautiful ambient , food excellent and the owner is very Sicilian !!! I recommend it..."
Ivan Lo Cicero
"Excellent food, wine, service and pianist. Love, love this..."
Cheryl Finkbeiner
"Wonderful service to our table. Great food,semi formal attire,and a great date night idea. :) I would reccomend everyone eats here at least once...."
Sara Gould
"It's been a long time but I like how I have been there 6 times in 5 years and Anthony remembers me by name every..."
Shylo Benji Horne
"Anthony and his crew are five stars Food is..."
John Calderson
"My friends love the place great food and..."
Don Wooding
"Excellent food, entertainment and..."
Joshua Daniel Cole
"Just stopped in without a reservation and wearing jeans and T-Shirts. We felt a little underdressed, but that didn’t affect the level of service...."
hikingaf
"This restaurant is truly the best. The service was outstanding. The food was amazing and delicious. This was the best meal we have had during our 2..."
karla balch-reno
"I was pleasantly surprised at just how good this restaurant is. Everything I had from the bread, the butter, the salad, the freshly grated cheese,..."
Robert McKenzie
"Highly recommend this place if you want stellar service, old-world atmosphere, and delicious food. The sea bass is a definite..."
Debra Parmenter
"Had our annual Christmas party there this year. 2nd time and just as great as we..."
Nannette James
"Our server, Sean, was awesome! This is my second visit and my husband’s first and we had a great time! He adored the fried zucchini appetizer...."
Christina Hartley
"The service and ambiance here are spot on! Their service is attentive and professional which is a nice change since quality service has been lost in..."
Dawn Sasso toth
"Old World Italian restaurant that's been in a strip mall for 50+ years, and we finally discovered it. Waiters in suit coat & tie, excellent food and..."
Jack Stanton
"Very delicious Lasagne al Forno – Chef Isidoro Balistreri’s family recipe and Tiramisu – house-made recipe! Wonderful ambience, with a..."
Bruce Colbert
"Great service, great place, amazing food. We came right after the restaurant opened up, at 4pm and got busy very fast. The host was polite so was the..."
Ruta P.
"Authentic, Italian, romantic, and old-world charm all in one place. Step back in time to the days where servers actually care about a diners..."
Jessica Nathan
"I love The Godfather! Everything is always fresh and delicious the food never disappoints. The desserts, OH MAN... the desserts are so good and..."
Kaysi Corona
"Honest review… As previous posters mentioned, the parking lot situation is not ideal, but valet is only $4, making it relatively inexpensive. Wine..."
Brent Warner
"The Godfather Restaurant might be the best restaurant in San Diego! To start Godfather's Marinara (Non-meat) sauce is velvety and stimulates you your..."
Cosmo Romero
"Traditional Italian food with an elegant dining experience. Great atmosphere with a live pianist playing classics, good wine selection and tons of..."
Ryan Warner
"The food and service is outstanding! Took my Mom here to celebrate her 80th birthday and could not have had a better experience. Ricardo, our waiter..."
Cindy Palmer
"Luke was one of the best waiters I have ever had. Was exactly right with his recommendations, answered all of our questions and always checked on us..."
Elizabeth Simmons
Petrini's Italian Restaurant
Petrini's Italian Restaurant
83/100 (1843 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Meatballs
Lasagne
Baked Ziti
Cannelloni
Minestrone
Bruschette
Shrimp
Pesto
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Seating
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Accepts Discover
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We enjoyed a great dinner here. The food is authentic and delicious. Service is good. Price is..."
Shih-Feng Cho
"Amazing place, food is delicious it comes in two courses. I loved the soup and the best of all the prices are very affordable compared to other..."
Ali Bueishi
"Beautiful location cozzy and cute. Food is acceptable not authentic italian but better than most of americanized italian places. I would totally..."
Lina Nguyen
"The food and service were both excellent! In my experience restaurants can be very hit-or-miss when it comes to alfredo sauce, and Petrini's was..."
K H
"Such a beautiful spot! The food was delicious! They have a large menu with lots of gluten free options. Almost all of the pasta dishes can sub GF..."
Laura Whitehouse
"Lasagna with meat sauce is the way to go, try it out. You will not be disappointed, I walked into this restaurant many years ago.I keep coming back..."
Erlinda Salcido
"We’re from out of town; we came here for dinner on our first night in San Diego. So glad we did. Short walk from our hotel at the Westin. No..."
Eddie Lieu
"Exceptional food and service! In my dining experiences, Alfredo sauce can be a hit-or-miss, and at Petrini's, it was undoubtedly a hit. The Caesar..."
Danela D
"The dining experience at Petrini's was exceptional, with both the food and service standing out. In my past experiences, restaurants can vary..."
Michelle Peterson
"I placed my order online for delivery by a service. Chicken parm with penne, meatballs, sausage, seasonal vegetables, and Italian wedding soup. I'm..."
Talbot Brooks
"Awesome service. The appetizer sampler was delish. The Italian wedding soup tasted fresh with quality ingredients. We got the pasta with meat..."
Cherilyn Jones
"Amazing restaurant in little Italy, went here with my dad and the atmosphere was great, a little expensive, but fine for two people. Not a place for..."
Juliette Vasas
"I can't rate their service or atmosphere because I ordered Uber eats from here, but the food was DELICIOUS! I ordered lasagna, garlic bread and..."
Shelly S
"Great food! We ordered veal parmesan, cheese ravioli, and the eggplant. It was all delicious. They service was great. Our waiter was very friendly..."
Natasha Souza
Mama Cella's Italian Kitchen
Mama Cella's Italian Kitchen
83/100 (421 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Alfredo
Meatballs
Lasagne
Pesto
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Our family has been coming here for 8+ years! Great food and excellent..."
Celeste Crismore
"I love love love this place. Best food and great service !!! Lasagna is perfection and spaghetti is amazing. The sauce is delicious!! Also get a..."
Kelli Taliaferro
"Amazing food and service. Chicken parm=the best! Nice little secret of rancho..."
Nikki Milgram
"The LASAGNE is to DIE FOR!!��� Best I have had since leaving..."
Carol Wellhausen
"Love this place - The best meat sauce in town and they treat you like..."
Mary West McGeeney
"Some of the best, most authentic Italian I've had anywhere. Super staff! My parents are regulars for the Wednesday Lasagne lunch special and they are..."
Gwen Besselievre
"Best Italian food and service around. Love going..."
David Brownstead
"Night outWe are first time diners at Mama Cella’s and we will be back! Our dinner was wonderful. I had chicken piccata and my husband had..."
Adweta Dhar
"I stopped here in hope that they served good Italian food. I ordered the Chicken fettuccine Alfredo and I was glad, it had a lot of flavor and a..."
Mayra Singh
"Mama Cellas was voted one of the best Italian restaurants a few years ago. It is a small place in Rancho Bernardo and is family run. The food is..."
Dave A.
"Great Italian fodd. Anyone looking for a great meal at a great should visit Mama Cellas. I personally recommend the Eggplant Parm. You and the wife..."
Rob Knudsen
"Like it alot. Fair price, nice atmosphere, good wait staff. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for a small locally run..."
Txmikecook
"Great place. From a first date to a family outing Mama Cellas is fantastic. If you love a family Italian bistro with fresh food and great flavors..."
K Young
"Outstanding family restaurant, quality food, good service and one of my favorites in Rancho Bernardo for..."
Brian Sims
"Mama Cella's is reminiscent of the classic and homestyle restaurants one might find on vacation in Italy. The atmosphere inside has a cozy and..."
bristian hull
"Excellent chicken Parm, lasagna, and many options. Super nice and offered options to help us fit preferences. Chicken Alfredo is amazing. Great..."
Bryan Macy
"It was a very nice quaint small Italian restaurant that serves excellent food. I had their fettuccine alfredo with shrimp and it was the best..."
Terry Schultz
"We had a GREAT waitress at 12:30 lunch Monday 3/6! Next time, I'll get her name... (we'll be back!) But she handled 8 or 12 tables with ease and..."
Joe Utschig
"Great place to eat and have a date night with someone special. Great family owned, and the service was spot on. Amanda gave us service to remember...."
Lea Smith
"This place is for takeout only, which is fine because that’s what we wanted to do. We ordered gluten-free supreme pizza. It was excellent! Could..."
Been2 All50
"Typical neighborhood Italian right down to the red checkered table clothes. I had Minestrone soup with great flavor. Followed that up with Spaghetti..."
Jim Aksel
"Very good Italian restaurant. Always on my..."
Greg Siller
"Saw this place suggested by a neighbor. Decided to get it on a whim. The place doesn't look like much from the outside, it's next to a 7-11 and right..."
Wes Cheney