Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana

Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Swati VIP

   San Diego31 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 13 April 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Yet another mediocre Italian place in San Diego. Drinks were good, limoncello martinis was very tasty. Food was not good; my risotto was mostly cheese with the little bit of actual risotto being raw, too salty with no other seasoning. Service was mid, nice but they got one person’s order completely wrong and served another person’s meal 10 min after everyone else.
   

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   Marsha

   San Diego6 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 3 April 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   I love this restaurant and I took a guest. I know good Italian food and I was so disappointed. It was like the guys in the kitchen were not Italian or girls. The food was mediocre. The Ragu was good and everything else sucked. The bread was burnt. They charged a split fee for the Caesar salad, which was very poor. A Caesar salad doesn't use the big Romaine leaves they to use the center hearts. I've eaten here many times before and I am thoroughly disappointed and don't know if I'll ever return I think the owner should be aware of this it was not a good night very disappointed to have taken a guest
   

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   Robin VIP

   Central Coast5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 29 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Kayla and staff were amazing! We will be back. Experience was amazing! If you haven’t.been, you need to go! Food and ambiance -incredible
   

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   Nick VIP

   Los Angeles20 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 23 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a fantastic experience at Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana, with the exception of their Bucatini Cacio E Pepe which was not good. The bucatini itself was both al dente and gummy/pasty all at the same time and the sauce was lacking enough Pepe to offset the unusual funk of the Parmesan cheese - just start to finish, not good. The Barbabietola Insalata was delicious even though it was drizzled with Balsamic vinegar rather than Balsamic “pearls,” some of the pecans were just plain instead of candy, and we didn’t find any pickled mustard seeds, but altogether it was de.li.cious, so it didn’t matter. Also, the Brushchetta alla Romana was very tasty, but still could have used a little work with riper tomatoes and better seasoning, and a different style of bread, but it was still solid. What was spot on was the Veal Scallopini with Mushroom Risotto - chef’s kiss! Well done! And service was very good! We were incredibly pleased by it! Thanks for taking such great care of us!
   

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   Sierra VIP

   San Diego3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 15 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Went for girls night overall very good. Bathrooms were closed so that was disappointing. Had to trade silverware was dirty for both sets. Food was delicious good portions and shareable.
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   San Diego10 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 13 March 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   First impression, nice ambient it was a quiet night. The place was not busy. But not impress about date night special dinner. Drinks were a little off, maybe balance or flavor. can be improved. Same with the food, not much flavor is my pasta.
   

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   Denise VIP

   Indiana87 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were visiting from Indianapolis and looking for a quaint Italian restaurant, we found just what we were looking for! The meatball appetizer is amazing, best meatballs we've ever had, and we always order meatballs to judge an Italian restaurant. The tableside cheese wheel pasta included sundried tomatoes and shrimp, not to be missed! Other notables, pizza and chicken parmesan too. The staff was welcoming and provided a great dining experience in addition to the meal.
   

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   Patty

   Las Vegas1 review

   3.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Pasta cold and a bit salty but Good customer service
   

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   Paul

   Sacramento3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great vibe with multiple generations enjoying delicious food. The artichoke appetizer and lamb risotto entree were excellent. Great to get a great meal that delivered at a reasonable price. Ask about the speakeasy.
   

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    Nailah VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    The place was very cute and cozy. We got seated immediately and the service was good. Our waiter misheard my boyfriend’s order and brought out the wrong dish at first, but immediately apologized and got the right food to him in 10mins or so. For the mistake, they comped us dessert. So service was a 9/10. The food was overall very, VERY, bland. I ordered the chicken parm and my boyfriend got the cheese wheel special and both dishes just lacked flavor. It didn’t taste bad, it was just blah. I wouldn’t go back, and I don’t recommend.
    

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