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Pappalecco
90
/100 (2934 ratings)
Quick Bites
Dessert
Coffee & Tea
Italian
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Lunch
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Brunch
Sandwiches
Torte
Cannoli
Ice Cream
Prosciutto
Gelato
Salad
Quiche
Salmon
Cakes
Paninis
Fast food
Café
Italian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Late Night
Cheap Eats
"The best espresso that I've had in five years, neither bitter nor too acidic, made just right. Vanilla ice cream blew us away. Great atmosphere,..."
Amnon Berger
"This place was such a vibe! The perfect pick for our quick breakfast before getting back out on the road. The staff were super friendly and it really..."
Amanda M
"Delicious Cappuccino and authentic, homemade Gelato, including Pistachio and Lemon! Friendly, warmhearted..."
Bruce Colbert
"Love their Gelato and coffee. After a hearty lunch we walked around a few blocks from India st and ended up on this nice gelateria and coffee place...."
Chris Sa
"I really didn’t know what to expect when I initially went here, but this was legit the best Affogato I’ve ever had. The pistachio gelato was..."
Farshad P
"I loved the coffee, absolutely wonderful. If I’m in the area just would go again in a heart..."
Sandra Mayasi
"This is my third stop on the San Diego Vegan tour. This is a cute place in Little Italy San Diego. I went with the mushroom and cheese panini..."
Frank Paulin
"Awesome place! Thank you for the experience. Big smiles the entire time and good quality products.Definitely hard to find places were it's not just..."
The Ortega's
"A must-stop and taste everything! Staff is amazing and friendly, be sure to ask Francesco about the chocolate factory where his grandparents grew up!..."
Amanda (Sew O'side)
"A little slow on the service, but very friendly, pleasant, and delicious. Have had the Pappalecco gelato, the prosciutto panino, and the apple..."
Kevin Colon
"It was good! They have really good salads, paninis, croissants and delicious pastries. The coffee is good and strong. The only poor side I observed..."
Monica L Cholico
"Kind and amazing servers - very helpful and make you feel welcome...."
Nabeel Ozman
"Quick gelato run after date night and I would say it's #4 on the "best gelato in San Diego" list. A really good variety of flavor options and..."
Haylee Jane Monteiro
"Nice cafe they open at night also which is good for me < Im not sure if they open for late ⏰ time but I went there at 6 pm they are nice and I..."
ocean sound
"Stopped in during a warm evening and picked up some Gelato, a cookie, and a cannoli. Service was fast and the food..."
Dr Josh Brower
"We came here on a hunt for good tiramisu in Little Italy! Some of us ordered tiramisu, others ordered gelato and all of us ordered coffee. I ordered..."
Manar Daghash
"Affogatto, latte, & panini were all amazing! Barista was very kind, and service was..."
Nicole Backherms
Hungry Lu's
90
/100 (433 ratings)
Dessert
Deli
Vegetarian Friendly
Deli
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Sandwiches
Cannoli
Macarons
Macaroons
Sit down
Deli
Takeout
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Best Italian deli in the area. The sandwiches are huge and the meats/cheeses/veggies are fresh and piled high. Love this place, especially the..."
E N
"SO GOOD - I got The Italian and a macaroon mmm (forgot to get a pic of the food but it all looked and tasted delicious); nice guys behind the counter..."
Katie S. (Katiebelle)
"Really awesome food for take out. This is a real gem in OB. Grab a seat outside, but no "atmosphere" - it's just a..."
Bryant Eadon
"Best place for authentic Italian desserts. Their place has a sign that says something along the lines of “you love us, you just don’t know it..."
Ala'a Tolba
"This place makes one of the best pastrami sandwiches in San Diego as well as other great subs. Their Italian cookies are incredible!!!! Plus the..."
Kelly Forster
"I ordered the Italian sub and swapped out provolone for cheddar cheese. The meat was sliced thinly and the bread was so fresh! I’d recommend this..."
Natalie Mercado
"Simple yet amazingly delicious sandwich. I came in on Friday on my lunch break and got the club. It was so good that I couldn't wait to go back to..."
H P
"One of the best sandwiches I've had in the area, with tons of delicious cookie options. I recommend getting an assortment of the cookies as they may..."
Julian Quintana
"Yesterday my husband called to get canolli for my son's10th BD...the only dessert he asked for, but they ran out. Today he stopped by to pick some up..."
Karen Bland
"Wow! Best Cannoli I've ever had.. the shell was so light and Crispy, and you could taste a hint of orange in the filling. Im taking some home to my..."
STM
"I just had my first visit and it definitely won't be the last! The food is awesome! I had an Italian sandwich. The bread is delicious, meats,..."
Justin Daugherty
"Great cannoli. A hint of lime never had that in one before it was good. They didn't have any chocolate. I took 1 star off because the chocolate chips..."
Alan Nascone
"Absolutely amazing! Every piece of everything we got from that place was equally delicious! Outstanding! Not to forgot the customer service we..."
Christina Hartje
"We're locals and this is our go to sandwich spot! Very tasty and the employees are so nice. They used to have wraps, which I loved but they got rid..."
Mykaela Scarpace
"Day out doing errands - hubby and I were both hungry .We decided to try Hungry Lu's. As I walked up to order a meatball sandwich - which was..."
Cheryl Eakin
"My favorite sandwich spot in ob! I usually get an eggplant sausage sandwich and it always so delicious! Friendly staff, great service, reasonably..."
Martyna Lapinskaite
"I have been going to Hungry Lu's for about 3 years now, and it never dissapoints, I love all they have to offer and the staff of amazing people. The..."
Matthew Gray
"The Hungry Lu's Special, toasted, is maybe the best torpedo in San Diego. All of the sandwiches and pizzas are great. My only problem is staying..."
Alex Mincks
Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy
90
/100 (12085 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Antipasti
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Clams
Cheesecake
Sandwiches
Alfredo
Meatballs
Shrimp
Lasagne
Beef
Cannoli
Pesto
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Takeout
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
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.
Solare Ristorante
88
/100 (1375 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Mediterranean
Tuscan
Central-Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Lasagne
Pasta
Cannoli
Salad
Osso Buco
Scallops
Ice Cream
Clams
Gelato
Calamari
Focaccia
Risotto
Cakes
Calamares
Lamb
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Shrimp
Pork
Tiramisu
Ossobuco
Bass
Lobster
Meatballs
Eggplant
Sit down
Italian
Central-Italian
Tuscan
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Seating
Table Service
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Late Night
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
Buona Forchetta
88
/100 (4468 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Campania
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Cheesecakes
Bolognese
Pasta
Lasagne
Salad
Cannoli
Calamari
Carbonara
Risotto
Osso Buco
Calamares
Prosciutto
Salmon
Focaccia
Pesto
Pork
Cheesecake
Antipasti
Shrimp
Ossobuco
Neapolitan pizza
Margherita Pizza
Tiramisu
Lobster
Meatballs
Eggplant
Sit down
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Italian
Pizza
Campânia
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Discover
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
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
Rovino Rotisserie + Wine
87
/100 (1758 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Tiramisu
Bolognese
Lasagne
Cannoli
Arancini
Pesto
Fish
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Calamari
Calamares
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
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
Mona Lisa
86
/100 (6803 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Antipasti
Salad
Alfredo
Sandwiches
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Lasagne
Cannoli
Shrimp
Chicken Parmesan
Prosciutto
Minestrone
Eggplant
Pesto
Pasta
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
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
Arrivederci Italian Restaurant
85
/100 (1711 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Lasagne
Salad
Cannoli
Scallops
Osso Buco
Calamari
Chicken Wings
Risotto
Lamb
Calamares
Pesto
Salmon
Pork
Ossobuco
Lamb chops
Shrimp
Polenta
Cioppino
Tiramisu
Lobster
Bolognese
Eggplant
Sit down
Italian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
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
Solunto
85
/100 (1742 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Gelato
Calamari
Cakes
Risotto
Pesto
Calamares
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Shrimp
Bolognese
Lasagne
Cannoli
Ice Cream
Pasta
Prosciutto
Salad
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Late Post Oct 23’ Probably would have never walked in the spot because personally, I do like planning what restaurants to visit prior, mostly..."
Tawny Valdez
"Michelangelo Is a great pizza artisan and a kind person. The menu respects totally the Italian tradition from the pasta to the bread, from the..."
Daniela Basile
"The food and drink I ordered was delicious! I ordered the prosciutto and burrata for appetizer. My entree was fettuccine piemontesi and a pomegranate..."
Sedelia Cordero
"We were walking by when an elderly gentleman sitting at the patio recommended this place. He said the marinara is to die for. And.... He was right!..."
karunya subrahmaniyan
"Great place. Their margarita pizza is amazing. It’s a true margarita pizza. The service is great. Some of my favorite pizza in San..."
Danny Smith
"Had the four cheese penne pasta, margarita pizza, pepperoni pizza, lobster ravioli, and some goodies from the bakery. Everyone enjoyed their food if..."
The Picky Eater
"Stopped in for a mid-afternoon pick me up with two friends. My cafe au lait was perfect and I had the best amaretto almond cookie ever. Friendly..."
Diana Kiesel
"Had a wonderful dinner. Ths water and warm bread with a very flavorful tomatoe based dipping sauce arrived as soon as we sat down. Appetizer was..."
Laura Morrison
"We loved the atmosphere and our happy hour drinks with the generous food portions. The staff was extremely welcoming and it was our first time in..."
Cindy Piecukonis
"The pasta with shrimp was so good! But not the carbonara pasta 🥺 really cute restaurant and great location in little Italy..."
justine le flahec
"One of the best Italian restaurants in San Diego. They play music and everyone is really nice. Get either the lobster ravioli or the chicken marsala..."
Santana2163
"The food was delicious and the service is amazing, real italian cuisine! Definitely, I’ll come..."
Eva Santaeularia Criado
Ristorante Illando
85
/100 (1731 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Cannoli
Carbonara
Bruschette
Pesto
Shrimp
Pasta
Salad
Calamari
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Accepts Discover
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"After pulling several (very) hard misses during our stay in San Diego, it was a relief to finally score a hit with Ristorante Illando, and on..."
Matthew Smith
"This was such a delightful find. We had the bruschetta to start and then the lobster ravioli and the veal, which were both perfect. Our waitress..."
Vanessa Glover
"We typically try to stay away from downtown because of how hard it is to find parking (even lots are totally filled up especially on weekend nights),..."
Grace Kim
"Can I please give 10 stars? This is THE best restaurant in Little Italy. The 'hidden gem'... like a speakeasy Italian homestead with matching food..."
Health Victory Network HVN
"Incredible service and delicious food, they don't charge me for the wrong lamb,and give us dessert for free!!!! that's my first day in San Diego,..."
Aoi Majima
"A delightful, cozy little restaurant! My grilled octopus appetizer was fantastic, as was my pasta main entree. What prevents me from giving the food..."
Ken H
"small but intimate atmosphere, entrance is easy to miss, it's basically just a set of stairs. in the heart of little Italy so can be hard to navigate..."
Vincent Tan
"We got into restaurants pretty late, and they helped us with great patience. When I mentioned the soup was a little salty, they immediately cooked me..."
Leila
"Swung by Little Italy for dinner while in San Diego for work. Walked by Ristorante Illando and it just smelled delicious. Service was very friendly..."
Jeremy Miller
"We enjoyed the Cesare Salad, Bruschetta Toscana, Spaghetti also Scoglio, and the Eggplant Parmigiana. Will definitely recommend and..."
Lakesha Simmons
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
Polenta
Pasta
Cioppino
Salad
Tiramisu
Scallops
Bolognese
Clams
Lasagne
Duck
Cannoli
Calamari
Osso Buco
Risotto
Gelato
Mussels
Minestrone
Calamares
Arancini
Salmon
Shrimp
Chicken Wings
Beef
Lamb
Antipasti
Pesto
Swordfish
Ragu
Fish
Lobster
Ossobuco
Pork
Eggplant
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
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..."
Amazing Massage & Facial Spa
"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
Trattoria Fantastica
84
/100 (2340 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Cannoli
Salad
Osso Buco
Clams
Saltimbocca
Calamari
Prosciutto
Risotto
Gelato
Mussels
Calamares
Salmon
Alfredo
Shrimp
Tiramisu
Beef
Meatballs
Lobster
Bolognese
Eggplant
Lasagne
Pasta
"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
Godfather
84
/100 (1563 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Deli
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fish
Clams
Salmon
Filet Mignon
Alfredo
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Shrimp
Bolognese
Lasagne
Cannoli
Eggplant
Cannelloni
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Fast food
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Valet Parking
Full Bar
Private Dining
Live Music
Dinner
Lunch
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
Enoteca Adriano
83
/100 (1202 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Healthy
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Tuscan
Central-Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Late Night
Ice Cream
Calamares
Prosciutto
Salmon
Gelato
Minestrone
Bruschette
Pesto
Cod
Fish
Ossobuco
Orecchiette
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Bolognese
Shrimp
Lasagne
Cannoli
Carbonara
Lobster
Osso Buco
Salad
Saltimbocca
Calamari
Sit down
Healthy
Central-Italian
Tuscan
Italian
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
BYOB
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"It had been awhile since we last dined here, but the food was consistently good. If you have room left for dessert, order the Pope's Pillow. Light..."
E Graze
"Oh my gosh. When they said that this was the best Italian food in San Diego they weren’t kidding!!! It was absolutely fabulous. The portions are..."
Susan Willett
"Amazing local place. Services and location A+. For all the other Italian places the quality of the food was 4 stars. Street Parking in this..."
Alex Melendez
"Absolutely amazing experience. Wonderful atmosphere off the beaten path. Cozy , romantic and Italian food that is absolutely phenomenal. They have a..."
Laura Addis
"My favorite Italian restaurant to visit when I'm in the San Diego area. Fun atmosphere, great service, awesome wine selection, and always tasty..."
David Morgan
"Such a beautiful place. With a great feel! Food was delicious!!! I can't emphasize it enough!!! Everything was amazing..."
laurence mcdermott III
"We always love to go to Enoteca Adriano. They have unique Italian dishes and great ambience. We had lightly seared cod last night and sausage pasta..."
Teresa
"I came here last Friday for dinner and wow. absolutely delicious. I made reservations thru email and got a confirmation back within 15 minutes. I..."
nattie m.
"Amazing food. A real gem hiding in plain sight. The best bread we’ve ever had. Smart casual with incredible authentic food. The desserts are..."
Shahab Khan
"Wow, amazing Italian restaurant in Pacific Beach. My wife and I found this place through Yelp, I must say the foods are superb, very authentic..."
Julius Marzuki
"This hidden gem is absolutely amazingly delicious. Our server Ada is one of the best I've encountered at what she does! Great location, vibe,..."
Jerwin Mendigorin
"We were lucky to have Hector as our server, and whomever the chef was and cooks were please let them know they were outstanding in every way with..."
Tom Keller
"One of my favorite spots in all of San Diego! This little eatery is tucked away in a cozy and tranquil pacific beach neighborhood, the owner and..."
Keon Hessamian
"Food was really good I would say, accomodative and tasty! Authentic Italian! Service can be better. Overall a nice experience, wine was good..."
Shashank Bharatrajan
"High quality Italian food. Great, quiet location. They frequently have a movie going on a projector outside as well. The movie makes it more..."
Edward Snelgrove
"Amazing experience with two of my close friends. For an Appetizer we ordered their Burrata wrapped in Prosciutto and topped with Melon. The burrata..."
Jake Twomey
"Went here on a Saturday night with some friends. We all loved our food and the atmosphere was lovely. Dessert too! This is the best Italian I’ve..."
Kara Steckel
"Everything was excellent. Our server Barbara was one of the best we have ever had. The food and wine came quickly and we thoroughly enjoyed our..."
Shawn McMahon
Caffe Italia
83
/100 (1318 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Waffles
Cannoli
Ice Cream
Gelato
Paninis
Sandwiches
Sit down
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great coffee shop and more! Emmaline is a espresso gelato cold shake-like drink that is fabulous! Lavender Mocha latte! Gelatos! And lunch too! Fun..."
Joan Marie Grable
"Great neighborhood place with a real family feel, fantastic coffee & yummy treats (white chocolate chip cookie & latte hits the spot for me. Good..."
Ken Mora
"Great coffee and try the pizza salad. It sounds hokey but really tasty; base of amazing flat bread, seasoned and pannini toasted, topped with..."
Joanne Tackett Ashford
"Awesome espresso and helpful barristas. It’s a must place to go in San Diego! I hope this lavAzza is is good at home as it was there. I’ll try..."
Brett M Nelms
"The best coffee! It is my so to place for morning coffee when in San..."
Idalia Idalia
"I loved this place, I had a cafe au lait & then I had some kind of gelato milkshake. To make things even better, they not only had indoor seating,..."
Mischa Batiste
"stopped in for a cold coffee beverage while down in little Italy with gf. we both had the blended mocha drink, it was amazing. Looking forward to..."
Stephen Russo
"Awesome place to hang... nice employees, clean, good ass coffee and treats. And just the location is..."
Yanela Aragon
"Nice employees and good place to hangout and we’ll be back next month in the..."
Helen E. Bratter
"Cafe italia is awesome!! Luis is an amazing barista!!! Such a great..."
Karen Crawford Clifford
"Love it x 500! The staff is nice . Food is great and the atmosphere is amaze..."
Monet Love
"Great coffee and waffles on sunday!!! The staff r wonderful and Lee the manager was so professional and kisses..."
Mary Upshaw
"Amazing..."
Temo Jojo
"Excellent Coffee and Customer service was..."
Jennifer Dazzio Gaylor
"Increíble lugar, para pasar el rato, ame disfrutar un gran café en la..."
Anys Fabela
"Riquisimo el chocolate caliente y el pay de..."
Lizeth Angulo
"Excellent cappuccino and lattes. I've had cappuccinos in Europe and this place is comparatively very similar. One if the best cappuccinos I've had in..."
Stephen Lee
"Great coffee, very nice and friendly staff and a good variety of some sandwiches. If I come back to San Diego again I would definitely like to relax..."
Amir Radmanesh
"Food: I ordered a single cappuccino and a biscotti. What a match in heaven. There are also plenty of drinks and food options. Italian and America..."
Kenneth Jimenez
"Just espresso and gelato! Gelato had a guey texture that I didn't like. The portion is very generous and had real..."
grace right
"A great little coffee shop with delicious looking treats! There is indoor and outdoor seating, or to go! The service was friendly! I was so happy to..."
Tani Wade
"My fav cafe when visiting San Diego and a daily Go-to … their “regular” brewed coffee is one of the best anywhere and consistently excellent (I..."
B Owens
"This coffee is delicious, I was in the city for a couple of days and my two last breakfasts were from here. The staff is very friendly and fast,..."
Luis Florez
"Tried Spumoni and Caramel gelatos. Both were good but don't try to compare to authentic Italian. Cappuccino and Espresso were nice. Cappuccino mouse..."
Cul Palms
"Coffee and attention was excellent. We had breakfast very simple choice of a panini with light toasted crust but fresh and soft inside. I will..."
Mayra Cecilia
"Great spot to grab coffee and breakfast. Had the iced Vietnamese and an iced caramel latte. We had the #1 and #2 egg panini sandwiches. Food was hot..."
Matthew Peregoy
"Managed to stumble across this place walking off a very large (but so fricking delicious) Italian dinner down little Italy. The coffee is divine and..."
Stephanie Oswald
"Delicious panini—crisp bread, flavorful filling. Not too expensive. Plenty of seating at 1pm on a weekday. Very friendly..."
Linnea Schuster
"The avocado toast options are just amazing. The brie and fruit! The staff were patient and helpful. Indoor, outdoor, back seating..."
L KY
"Excellent coffee and friendly staff. This is one of the few places that stays open till really late in the neighborhood of little Italy. A really..."
Cindy Adams
Bencotto Italian Kitchen
83
/100 (2850 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Cioppino
Tiramisu
Lobster
Meatballs
Eggplant
Bolognese
Pasta
Lasagne
Salad
Cannoli
Crab
Tortellini
Calamari
Tortelloni
Risotto
Osso Buco
Calamares
Prosciutto
Salmon
Tagliatelle
Lamb
Noodle
Ossobuco
Pesto
Shrimp
Squid Ink Pasta
Ragu
Beef
Gnocco fritto
Tortelli
Polenta
Sit down
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Holy cow. One of the many amazing Italian joints in Little Italy with plenty of deli soup food and drinks with something for everyone. Stopped in..."
Taylor Gardner
"Stopped by for lunch today our server was Josue. The weather was great outside but we sat inside to be out of the sun. The many dishes and appetizers..."
Everett Diem
"I had a fantastic dining experience at Bencotto Italian in San Diego. The atmosphere was charming, the staff was incredibly friendly, and the food..."
Lisaura Herrera
"Bencotto is situated in Little Italy, San Diego, and we decided to give it a shot for dinner. We ordered the TAGLIATELLE with fromagi sauce and the..."
Ido Simyoni
"I am from Boston and have been to the North End and Providence RI for some of the best Italian food on earth. Saying that, I have spent the last..."
Michael Carlin
"I had an absolutely amazing dining experience at this Italian restaurant. As frequent travelers, we explore eateries nationwide, and this gem stands..."
Mateo Ianotti
"Best tiramisu in Little Italy. We ordered the cheesewheel, squid-ink fettuccine, tiramisu and torta caprese. It’s not too busy during weekday..."
Sindy
"Pretty good pasta.. it won’t leave you lost for words or saying mmmmmmm. Dishes looked great. I got the cheese wheel pasta, squid ink, and..."
Ryan Nunez
"By far, BEST Italian restaurant in town so far. Half Spanish, half Italian here and I couldn’t have loved this place more. It tastes 100%..."
Patricia Péculo
"Bencotto doesn't scream ambience. The decor is just nice. And I arrived late for a 9 o'clock dinner and chose to sit upstairs then quickly move..."
Aaron Grant III GRE_Group_Broker
"All the staff was really nice and quick to help with anything. The cheese wheel pasta was really good and the tiramisu dessert was also great. It’s..."
Jose Mendoza
"The ambience was lovely and we came as a large group and were seated immediately and served well. Regarding the food, not the best considering other..."
Becky George
"When in Little Italy , make sure you do your diligence at the Bencotto. We didn’t have reservations for the lunch though got a seat for the two of..."
Salim Ali Khan
"Listen, I've had plenty of Italian food but this is easily one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten from. I ordered the cheese wheel pasta which..."
Hervin Balfour
"Popped in here for a quick snack before a big ol' dinner for a wedding. Food was great, service was very good. Only bummer is we didnt get to try..."
Hong Kim
"Jeff was an amazing server and took great care of us and all of the food was seriously amazing. I wish I could have physically eaten more. Great..."
Sarah Lough
"Loved the food and atmosphere. The food is DELICIOUS!! I would definitely recommend going to this place. It is a little pricey though so if you are..."
Daniela Valdez
Buca Di Beppo Italian Restaurant
83
/100 (3641 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Ice Cream
Prosciutto
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Chicken dishes
Calamari
Calamares
Cheesecake
Sandwiches
Alfredo
Meatballs
Lasagne
Cannoli
Shrimp
Baked Ziti
Cannelloni
Saltimbocca
Eggplant
Sit down
Italian
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Late Night
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"If you have a large group and like to share food, this is a great place to go that won't break the bank. Great atmosphere with lots of big tables and..."
Brett LaCues
"Food was very good with a big menu to choose from. Every staff member we dealt with was extremely friendly and accommodating. Be aware that the food..."
Chris Boyack
"We had the pleasure of sitting at the Kitchen Table, and if it's something you have never done, I would highly recommend it. We had a blast with the..."
Jessica Gravitt
"Been craving for Italian cuisine and this restaurant is the 1st we saw here on Google. Our server Andrea made our first time experience incredible ...."
Daphne Gonzales
"This place is great, the food is delicious, we order spicy arrabbiata pizza and wings, they were very tasty, the attention from Rudy was good he was..."
Miriam Reyes
"Atmosphere was divine! Restrooms were super clean which is always a plus! The staff was very attentive and I could not recommend eating here..."
Kimberly Mendez
"It was great to be back at Buca Downtown San Diego. Our Server Lisa was really friendly, and kind. She really made sure we felt good to be back...."
Gabriela Vasquez
"I highly recommend taking your family or a group of friends out to eat here. One entree can feed 6 people. Plenty of food and it's well worth it if..."
Katherine Warren
"Great place for family dinners and great food. My son loved the kids pizza and we had great time celebrating grandma birthday. Great service and..."
YOUEL S
"Valentine’s dinner here with my love.. food was pretty good.. service was top notch.. Rudy and Josh A.took really good care of us.. only 1 thumbs..."
Jennifer Barragan
"Absolutely delicious. Great prices,however, its important to know that meals are made to be shared. For example, on the menu you have the option of..."
Erica Almanzar
"This is my first Buca di Beppo experience and I'm glad to make that first visit to this Italian American franchise in San Diego. I'm originally from..."
Sal and Ang Montanino
"Great Atmosphere with the best service ! My order was 10 minutes late and our server NINA offered us a complementary wines. To be honest the wine..."
Evren Imer
"The service was great. The food was amazing!! I believe our servers name was Erica; she was attentive, professional, and polite. Since the food is..."
Tiara Lucas
"Good food. All the dishes come in family size, needs to be shared in at least 3 people. Reasonably priced for the quantity. Nice ambience with..."
Apoorva Deshpande
Civico 1845
83
/100 (6102 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Tiramisu
Pasta
Salad
Bass
Scallops
Meatballs
Clams
Octopus
Calamari
Bolognese
Risotto
Lasagne
Mussels
Cannoli
Calamares
Noodle
Chicken Parmesan
Salmon
Shrimp
Ice Cream
Prosciutto
Pesto
Gelato
Ribs
Dumplings
Fish
Focaccia
Prawns
Lobster
Antipasti
Chicken Wings
Eggplant
Ragu
Italian
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"So many amazing vegan options!! Started with fresh bread and pesto (both happen to be vegan) and then I had the vegan lasagna and my partner had a..."
Megan Roe
"Great vibe in the center of Little Italy. Bruschetta with ricotta cheese and prosciutto was among the best. Spicy seafood pasta was also fresh and..."
Yongjin Cho
"I recently visited this restaurant and was very happy with my meal. The food was delicious and service was great. It’s a cute venue that feels very..."
Jerome Cooper
"You will be hard pressed to find fresh vegan pasta in most Italian restaurants, but at Civico 1845, they have a dedicated vegan menu complete with..."
Melissa
"Kerem makes the BEST espresso martini I’ve ever had!! The zucchini blossoms were also out of this world delicious! Service was outstanding and all..."
Samantha Cucinella
"The outdoor seating and freshness of the food reminded me of Sorrento, Italy. Tried all three dishes and they are all perfectly prepared, fresh, and..."
xuan vo
"we are 3 Italians in their late 20’s visiting from NJ/NY…. Pasta was homemade, meals & cannolis phenomenal. We’ve been having a tough time,..."
maddy B
"Great little Italian restaurant. As walk-ins we were able to get the servers to get our party of 8 seated within 10 mins. (It was about 8pm at..."
James L
"I can not understand any of these bad reviews!!! I had gluten free pasta and almond ricotta…. It’s been a long time since I enjoyed Italian..."
Erica Paine
"The best restaurant in San Diego where you can try real Italian cuisine...."
Alessandro Calabrese
"This place is a gem. I had the Spaghetto Italiano from the vegan menu and my husband had the Pappardelle Brasato. The service was excellent and we..."
Tiffany Williams
"This was our first time in Little Italy and we thought they had the best menu from the strip. We had two kids under 4 and they were so accommodating...."
Jeanette Ruffalo
"This establishment is well rounded and offers a diverse array of cuisines. Civico is very friendly to the vegan family, for there are multiple vegan..."
Antwuan M. Donley (Ant)
"We highly recommend Civico 1845, it’s our favorite restaurant in Little Italy. The food is excellent, and the restaurant vibe is very fun. Staff is..."
Rick Brenda Schulze
Nonna
82
/100 (3581 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Sicilian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Gelato
Arancini
Pesto
Tiramisu
Torte
Meatballs
Shrimp
Bolognese
Lasagne
Cannoli
Carbonara
Pasta
Tortellini
Salad
Tortelloni
Calamari
Saltimbocca
Calamares
Sicilian
Pizza
Italian
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Serves Alcohol
Delivery
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We've been coming to Trattoria for breakfast, lunch and dinner for years because the the food is wonderful and the service is always fantastic. It's..."
Diana Fragoso
"This place is amazing. The staff is welcoming, attentive and friendly. The food (oh, the FOOD!) is delicious and authentic. In true Italian..."
Alison Dowdy Harris
"The staff was very welcoming and knowledgeable. The food was excellent. No one in our party was disappointed! Finally the cannoli is to die..."
Bill Stanley
"This has been our favorite place in little Italy for over 20years. it just got a remodel and menu update. Still fabulous food and great service. ..."
Carolyn Teresacarmen
"The service was excellent, and wine suggestion was delicious. Rigatoni was amazing, mushroom raviolis were awesome. The chicken Marsala was well..."
Dan Crawford
"Great atmosphere, great waiter, food was fantastic and the wait was not long at all. Dessert options are endless and you have to try the Lava Cake. ..."
Steve Broege
"THE best place to eat Italian food in San Diego (besides my kitchen..."
Genyne Kyoshi Bucciero
"Excellent food and impeccable service ! I was here yesterday for a holiday party in the back room . I was extremely impressed how authentic it was...."
Jenny Maroney McGovern
"Awesome place, awesome service, awesome people, awesome food!! Had a great time for family Sunday brunch w our 1 yr old...exactly the experience we..."
Kenny-Keno Alvarez Ortega
"Delicious and authentic. Great service too! The pizza was some of the best I’ve..."
Valerie Marchais Barroso
"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
Nonna
82
/100 (3559 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Pizza
Italian
Sicilian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Gelato
Arancini
Bruschette
Pesto
Tiramisu
Torte
Meatballs
Bolognese
Shrimp
Lasagne
Cannoli
Carbonara
Tortellini
Pasta
Tortelloni
Salad
Saltimbocca
Calamari
Ice Cream
Sicilian
Pizza
Italian
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"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
Barbusa
82
/100 (3013 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Sicilian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Bolognese
Crab
Cannoli
Clams
Carbonara
Oyster
Bruschette
Calamari
Pesto
Risotto
Fish
Calamares
Pork
Salmon
Ragu
Shrimp
Squash blossom
Polenta
Eggplant
Meatballs
Pasta
Octopus
Salad
Sicilian
Pizza
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The lobster and squid ink pasta was the best I have had ever! My husband had the linguini with clams (red sauce) also excellent. This family really..."
Soni Gaw-Le Beau
"We needed a res for a party of 9 on a Saturday, they moved some things around to accommodate. The food and service were above and beyond..."
Michael Cameron
"Amazing food and service. We had the squash blossoms, the meatballs, yellowtail, watermelon salad, seafood pasta and dessert and each dish was..."
Gavin Linde
"Our group of four was in town for a convention and strolled upon the restaurant while walking through Little Italy on a Sunday night. The menu looked..."
Ed Ford
"Excellent service, Excellent food! We had the spaghettini with crab, YUM! Kids had pizza, YUM! My husband had the chef's special Sword fish, YUM!..."
Diana Diaz Powell Blue
"We had dinner at Barbusa our last night in San Diego and will definitely return the next time we are in town. There was 5 of us and every dish was..."
Richard Collins
"Go here now. The food and the service was amazing. The Brussels sprouts risotto was so good! The atmosphere was terrific and our server, Sophia,..."
Martha Waltz Wewer
"Best Italian food I’ve ever had! Definitely worth visiting this..."
Grace Aviña
"My son found this place in Little Italy, we definitely wanted Italian food while down there. They had a really nice restaurant inside and lots of..."
Scot Meeker
"No waiting needed whet your arrived at around 5:30. Food came out fast, and the service was great. The only complaint was my husband finding peas in..."
Vivi Goenawan
"This is a fun and happening place in the heart of Little Italy. It's quite loud inside (but fun loud), so we dined outside on the bustling sidewalk...."
Jo-Anne Redwood
"Outstanding! Great service and Delicious food. They accommodated our group of 14 people. We were able to bring our own cake and they kept it in the..."
May Par
"Barbusa, a charming Italian eatery located in the heart of Little Italy. Being a popular spot in this bustling neighborhood, I highly recommend..."
Hsin-Yi Kao
"Barbusa is a great Italian restaurant in Little Italy! The ingredients on the pizza are simple, fresh, and classic. The lasagna was delicious. I..."
I C
"Lovely place. Modern Sicilian cuisine. Good sized portions. Very enjoyable dinner. I had the short rib lasagna. My daughter had the bone marrow pasta..."
Karyn Fisher
"Sat outside on a cool, busy, Wednesday evening under a heater. It was quiet outside and a beautiful, comfortable setting. The food was delicious and..."
Rachel Fugate
"Recommended by a friend, I was a little disappointed, I ordered the Bolognese Al Forno, usually these are oven cooked cheese on top and you can..."
Patrick Bélanger
"I mean wow! Everything about this place was amazing! The lollipop chops, the crab salad, the shrimp appetizer, the tuna, the Cesar salad, the wine,..."
Jessica A
"It was my second time eating at Barbusa. My first experience was so good that I had to stop by when I came back into town. Again, it did not..."
Christopher Peperato
"I wish I could give this place 10 stars. Amazing atmosphere, let's say Fine dining with a Vibe. The music was great not to loud. The staff was..."
Wayne
"Had a great time for a little outing at Barbusa on a weekday night. It was very nice. The bar is always my favorite place to sit. We got cocktails..."
David J Bohnet
"This is a amazing Italian restaurant that my friend recommend it (reservations are a must even on Monday nights). We had a great time there!..."
Mariana “Mari Santiago” Santiago
"We celebrates our friends birthday at Barbusa and it was the best experience I had. The pasta and drinks were delicious. The ambiance reminds me of..."
Chris Sa
Mimmo's
78
/100 (3236 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Deli
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Alfredo
Eggplant
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Pasta
Bolognese
Salad
Lasagne
Clams
Cannoli
Calamari
Carbonara
Risotto
Chicken Parmesan
Calamares
Cannelloni
Salmon
Sandwiches
Prosciutto
Focaccia
Shrimp
Fettuccine Alfredo
Beef
Bruschette
Pesto
Lobster
Fast food
Italian
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Late Night
Dinner
Brunch
Mid-range
"You cannot go wrong at this restaurant. Friendly service and exceptional food. The home made bread and pasta were phenomenal. The menu is very..."
Romallus Murphy
"Great atmosphere, an enjoyable vibe at a price! Definitely a compliment to the establishment for its wonderful staff and atmosphere. Their friendly..."
Pedro Lopez
"We absolutely loved the food & the ambience here! Our server was friendly & attentive and all our orders (party of 6) were correct. We went on a..."
N Bent
"Beautiful little restaurant right in the middle of the action of Little Italy! I ordered food to go. The phone service was kind and helpful. When I..."
Tani Wade
"The wine selection! The handsome servers! The outdoor seating! The best linguine of my life! I will be dreaming about this meal for months. Utter..."
Rachel Iverson
"This place was really good. We stopped in for lunch a bit after 1 on a Saturday, and there was plenty of very shaded patio seating. We were happy..."
Steven Ellison
"The most amazing restaurant in all of Little Italy in San Diego. Owner is super sweet, its also a family owned business. Everything was exceptional...."
T Z
"The outdoor dining was perfect on a sunny San Diego al fresco weather. One of the best Italian pasta I had. Staff are really friendly and the grated..."
Chris Sa
"5 stars is really tough to give but this place was really close. We were in town for Comic Con and kinda picked this place blindly. I’m glad we..."
Mike Newman
"Our server was Ignacio and he did a amazing job with his recommendations for wine pairing with each of our dishes. We had Shrimp/Crab Rav and Lasagna..."
Robert Solecki
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