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Civico 1845, San Diego, CA
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Civico 1845

$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Vegan-friendly
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
A new generation of Italian cuisine - fresh, light and authentic. By using proper cooking techniques, our flavors are natural and pure. Our menu is a homage to our region Calabria and southern Italian roots reflecting what is being served in Italy today. You can also find an extensive vegan menu that incorporates many of the best Italian dishes. We have been the first restaurant in the USA to have a full Italian Vegan menu since 2015! We believe in sustainability, both in our food and in the design of our restaurant. While our menu focuses on locally grown and seasonal ingredients, our bar and dining areas were created using reclaimed, natural materials. Nothing goes to waste at Civico 1845!

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Pietro Gallo - Enrico De Santis

From the OpenTable editors: This sustainably minded Little Italy anchor is an ode to all things Calabrian. Executive chef Pietro Gallo whips up Southern Italian seafood staples plus a rare all-vegan menu that includes lasagna with meat-free ragu—these are nonna’s classics reinterpreted for San Diego’s health-conscious crowd.

Additional information

  • Location
    1845 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Phone number
    (619) 431-5990
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu 12:00–21:30 Tue, Wed 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking & Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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What 2,466 people are saying

Civico 1845 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Civico 1845 offers a delightful Italian experience with "amazing food and service." The vegan menu is particularly celebrated, providing "great vegan options" that cater to diverse preferences. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive" staff, and the "authentic Italian cuisine." Perfect for both casual and special occasions, reservations are recommended.

2,466 Reviews

  1. ljdc

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was wonderful, we sat at the bar, had a great experience . Bartender was very personable and professional . Fantastic restaurant, a gem.

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  2. Leslie

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good ambience and service. Wanted to try a new vegan main dish so I went for the rigatoni with capers and olives. The tomato sauce was simple, but good flavor but the dish was lacking overall. Next time I will go for the vegan spaghetti polpette which I’ve had and know is delicious. Vegan squash blossom was excellent.

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  3. Michelle

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a beautiful setting can’t wait to go again

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  4. Shilpa

    San Diego4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Server forgot about us. The ricotta and the poutine Nuka and the carbonara all off the vegan menu were not very good. The Vegan tiramisu had a very nice flavor profile, but taste nothing like tiramisu

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  5. Ryan

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We have loved Civico 1845 for years. The menu has declined. My wife eats from the Vegan/vegetarian menu, and she says they have shifted too much to "beyond meat" options. I was sad to see no ravioli on the menu. The service was okay, but we got the sense that the servers had too many tables. The noise level inside was louder than usual. Civico was our go-to Italian place in Little Italy when in town, but we might need to branch out. Overall, it is good but it has lost some of its charm and culinary creativity.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Server had little to no knowledge of the wine list. Pesto and focaccia were amazing. Beef carpaccio and salad were ok. Two out of three entrees were WAY over salted, that was very disappointing. We were not offered a dessert menu.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food at fair prices. Will definitely return.

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  8. JOHN

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This restaurant offers Italian food with strong Latin influences.

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  9. Monique

    Hawaii12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a reservation and waited at the bar where we sat for 15 minutes while the two individuals serving didn’t acknowledge our presence. I was visiting my sister in San Diego from Hawaii. They don’t offer us water nor did they say hey will be there in a moment we are really busy. However the older individual serving managed to make another drink for two gentleman. We have enjoyed our past experiences here but this was not one of them. Thank goodness for the hostess being so nice or I would have been more disappointed. Nonetheless we will not be going back but not that it matters they have tons of customers they cater too.

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  10. Melissa

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thrilled to get a dairy free dessert that isn’t sorbet! Food and service were excellent. Will definitely return!

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FAQs

Civico 1845 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 431-5990.

Civico 1845 is rated 4.3 stars by 2466 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Civico 1845

1845 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (619) 431-5990
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu 12:00–21:30 Tue, Wed 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking & Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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