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4.8
Exceptional(337)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rancho Santa Fe
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro located in the heart of the beautiful downtown Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Our unique bistro offers an amazing menu and a superior wine selection for any lunch or dinner occasion. For lunch walk-ins are welcome.Owner / Chef Mozy Jahanguiri, who has run restaurants in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Dallas, has opened The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro in the space formerly occupied by The Pantry on Paseo Delicias. Mozy has prepared a menu that offers a wide variety of healthy and stylish fresh grill and more offering a balanced approach to food and wine along with bistro favorites including Oysters Rockefeller, traditional escargots, baked brie with grapes and honey and more for starters. Entrees to satisfy any taste of carefully sourced meats, seafood and much more. Be sure to check out Bistro's beautiful wood wine cellar, housing an extensive collection that spans an impressive 100 years (1897-1997) at a variety of price points.
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4.8
Exceptional(1213)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo
Booked 52 times today
Rosina's Italian Restaurant is lauded for its authentic Italian cuisine, with many reviewers praising its 'homemade' flavors reminiscent of Italy. It's also described as a 'family-friendly' place that serves dishes prepared with care and attention, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant's owners are said to take pride in their business, adding to the warm, inviting atmosphere.
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4.5
Awesome(446)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Del Mar
Booked 18 times today
Welcome to Davanti Enoteca in Del Mar. We offer a delicious twist on rustic Italian cuisine paired with an extensive wine list and creative cocktails. Our chef driven menu is geared towards family style shareable plates, homemade pastas, pizzas and a fantastic assortment of meats and cheeses. Enjoy the lively wine bar ambiance and decor. By the way, you can't miss our Focacia di Recco! Ci vediamo presto!
A photo of Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(645)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carmel Valley
Booked 7 times today
Italian trattoria and wine bar.Favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant
A photo of Catania restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2070)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • La Jolla
Booked 30 times today
Inspired by an Italy road-trip Chef Ryan and I (Arturo) took back in 2008, we’re pleased to introduce Catania, the newest member of the Whisknladle Hospitality family. Here, we’ll be featuring simple, seasonal and authentic Italian Coastal Cuisine (None of the Italian version of TexMex you see most other places). Our commitment to authenticity will be evident in our use of wood burning ovens and grills, an all Italian wine list as well as an exclusively craft Italian Beer program. (Yes, Italy has an amazing craft beer movement nobody’s heard about.)
A photo of Buona Forchetta Encinitas restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(591)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Encinitas
Booked 51 times today
Buona Forchetta Encinitas is a hit among customers for its authentic Italian cuisine. One reviewer raved, 'If you are looking for an authentic taste of Italy, look no further.' Others echoed this sentiment, describing the food as 'authentic and delicious' and praising the restaurant for its 'authentic Italian cuisine.' The restaurant's owner, Matteo Cattaneo, has brought his warehouse-style Italian eatery to life in Encinitas, providing a family-friendly, approachable space with award-winning pizzas and upscale entrees.
A photo of Cesarina restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(5521)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 192 times today
Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.
A photo of Duke's La Jolla restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6560)
Price: Moderate
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • La Jolla
Booked 208 times today
We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery! Visit dukeslajolla.com to view our menus or place an online takeout order.You don’t need to cross the Pacific to get a taste of Hawaii. Duke’s La Jolla is San Diego’s island-inspired home, honoring the Ambassador of Aloha, Duke Kahanamoku, with coastal cuisine of Hawaii, craft cocktails and a genuine spirit of aloha. It’s the same authentic hospitality and panoramic ocean view that you’ll find at all of the California and Hawaii Duke’s restaurants, paying tribute to the Duke and welcoming you to celebrate life like the legend himself.
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4.6
Exceptional(1064)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • La Jolla
Booked 95 times today
Discovering Italy by way of La Jolla, Marisi focuses on Italian hearth cooking with an emphasis on handmade pastas, fine wine and classic cocktails. The menu celebrates the rich diversity of cuisine from across Italy, fashioned in a time-honored tradition of handmade all day, every day. A dream that lives between the Italian and La Jolla coasts, suspended between tides instead of time — a mood more than a plot. A visit that feels a lot like coming home, if home was a warm, charming villa off the Amalfi coast. Marisi is a taste of something you want to remember. We hope you love it.
A photo of Buona Forchetta restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(859)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Park
Booked 72 times today
Buona Forchetta, meaning 'Good Fork' in Italian, is an authentic Italian restaurant. It was started by Matteo who wanted to bring his native Italy to San Diego. Customers praise its 'excellent and authentic Italian experience' with simple recipes that 'takes me back to all my travels to Italy'. The restaurant is highly recommended for its 'authentic and delicious' food, 'vibrant atmosphere' and 'excellent service'.
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  • CindyS
    San Diego •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food at Rosina’s is always fantastic! I had the special last night; lobster linguine. The sauce was not too creamy, but just right! Lasagna is always excellent too?
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    Rosina's Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
    4.8
  • Max
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Val was AMAZING !!!! Her service, knowledge of food and wine was outstanding. Absolutely amazing experience and I will 100% be back !!!
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    CataniaPrice: Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
    4.8
  • Ed
    San Diego •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had the salmon and cioppino entries, while our kids ordered marinara spaghetti with meatball and pasta Alfredo from kid’s menu. Also ordered a bruschetta side. The salmon and cioppino were great! Very pleased with food but even more with service. One of the kids has a peanut allergy and asked about peanuts in the pasta when placing the order. We later ordered the bruschetta, but forgot to ask if it has any nuts however, we were very pleased that when the server brought the side, he mentioned that the bruschetta only had pine nuts and almonds or walnuts. we were going to ask when he brought the side, but he anticipated our question! High five to the server team!!
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    Davanti Del MarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
    4.5
  • SamVIP
    San Diego •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 17, 2024
    Always the best experience. Vittorio’s is part of our annual holiday traditions but that doesn’t mean we don’t come year round. Always a welcoming and prompt service from everyone there that makes you feel like family. Some of the most authentic and homey Italian food you can find in town!
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    Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San DiegoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carmel Valley
    4.8
  • Jonathan
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 13, 2024
    What a find in the middle of Rancho Santa Fe! All the decorative lights on, quaint wood framed windows, protected patio out front- we chose a corner table inside, cozy crates of wine and poinsettias piled around, soft conversations from the tables, the gentle maîtred, the comforting waitress. What an ambiance. The Norwegian salmon and New York steak were special. Extensive wine menu. We loved the experience !
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    Rancho Santa Fe BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Rancho Santa Fe
    4.8
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