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A photo of Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge restaurant
4.0
Excellent(278)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 39 times today
Founder and restaurateur, Vincenzo Loverso, invites guests to savor a groundbreaking experience at San Diego’s first ever cheese wheel bar. This unique concept will invite guests to sit at a one of a kind cheese wheel pasta bar (reservation only) in the heart of San Diego.Located on the best corner of Little Italy (India & Date St), step into the modern chic restaurant as the sight and smell of irresistible Italian flavors ignite your senses.
A photo of Ironside Fish & Oyster restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4614)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little Italy
Booked 123 times today
Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. Groups of 6 or more will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating. We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.
A photo of Barbusa restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4357)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 102 times today
Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!
A photo of Allegro restaurant
4.2
Awesome(1332)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 61 times today
Allegro Restaurant and Bar in Little Italy San Diego offers a true Amalfi coast Italian dining experience. Featuring a combination of traditional and modern Italian cuisine, Allegro San Diego is the perfect venue for your special occasions and party celebration.
A photo of Bencotto Italian Kitchen restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3336)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 73 times today
ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE LIMITED. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR DESIRED TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE.We are proud to offer 75 kinds of different pasta recipe, fresh and hand-crafted 12 hours a day."Bencotto" means cooked well: this is what authentic Italian food is about.It tastes as it should and would in Italy.Bencotto offers two different eating environments: guests can either enjoy their meal at our “kitchen-esque” bar downstairs, or they can relax in the intimate low-ceiling dining area upstairs. The décor creates a clean and sophisticated atmosphere, where old-world charm and warmth blend with contemporary appeal.
A photo of Queenstown Public House restaurant
4.4
Awesome(577)
Price: Moderate
• Organic • Little Italy
Booked 35 times today
We are a New Zealand inspired whimsical restaurant set in a craftsman house that dates back to 1905. We are one block off the main drag in Little Italy. Sink your teeth into one of our organic beef or lamb burgers. We also have many salads and dinner entrees to try. Portions are generous, and prices are reasonable. For parties of 8 or more please visit our website!
A photo of Civico 1845 restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2447)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 27 times today
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!
A photo of Monello restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2649)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 59 times today
As Bencotto's brother located next door,Monello lives up to its sibling's reputation as Best Italian restaurant in San Diego.From the 800 LB of fresh pasta handcrafted every week, Monello displays up to 27 different recipes of pasta. Mediterranean style seafood is served along with gourmet pizza.Monello delivers Pasta & Risotto tossed in the Parmigiano cheese wheel tableside.Unique Italian-style brunch is served on weekends.Voted Best Happy Hour 2016, Monello's Milanese Aperitivo offers small plates on the house with drinks every night.UN­ABLE TO FIND A TABLE? CHECK OUT OUR BROTHER RESTAURANT BENCOTTO NEXT DOOR
A photo of Crudo Ceviche & Oyster Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(190)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Little Italy
Booked 23 times today
Authentic Baja-style, ceviche, and oyster restaurant. Unique tostadas, oysters, tiradito, clams
A photo of Nonna restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(970)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 11 times today
Many restaurants in Little Italy have become destinations, among them the Busalacchi family's Nonna. The rustic décor features a relaxed country-style feel throughout the restaurant, including the delightful patio. The wonderfully welcoming atmosphere celebrates yet another delicious Sicilian food lineup, including pizzas and all that you would expect from an authentic Italian menu. The terrific entrées show the Sicilian influence, and fill the restaurant with great aromas.We would love to hear your feedback on your experience.

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  • Cindee
    Orange County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was our first time here! Amazing service, amazing food, decent pricing. Fun place!! We had the meatballs and garlic bread for appetizer’s. After having that I knew the rest would delicious and I wasn’t wrong! The short rib lasagna was amazing! Portions are big! You will not leave hungry.
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    BarbusaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
    4.6
  • Kirollos
    New Orleans / Louisiana •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Phenomenal experience. Been anticipating coming back here since our last trip to SD 2 years ago. Italian is our favorite cuisine so the bar is high. Overall some of the best we’ve had, hands down the best lasagne we’ve had and we’ve been to some of the best Italian all over the US. Great cocktails, food, and service. They delivered on all fronts.
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    Bencotto Italian KitchenPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
    4.6
  • Melanie
    San Diego •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food and service were great, We really wanted to see cheese wheel pasta bar but windows were draped shut… disappointed
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    Vincenzo Cucina & LoungePrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
    4
  • DennisVIP
    Orange County •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Had an early lunch reservation for my birthday, seated on arrival. Given a cute birthday menu. Ordered a very strong & delicious Mai Tai, cup of chowder, and lobster rolls with fries. The chowder was very good, just thick enough and great flavor. The biscuit served with the chowed was still warm when it was served. The lobster roll was delicious, but the amount of lobster in the roll was skimpy compared to our previous visits to Ironside. Our server surprised me with a complimentary dessert to celebrate my birthday. My husband said he got a call prior to our reservation asking whose birthday it was and if they had any allergies. Thoughtful. Staff from the host to servers were all very welcoming.
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    Ironside Fish & OysterPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Little Italy
    4.6
  • Amy
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Allegro was the perfect place to accommodate our group of eight for a long reunion dinner. Service was excellent, food was excellent, and they handled our various dietary restrictions gracefully.
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    AllegroPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
    4.2
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