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La Pastaia, San Diego, CA

La Pastaia

4.3
4.3
307 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Upon stepping into La Pastaia, you’ll be greeted by an inviting ambiance that seamlessly combines modern elegance with rustic charm. The cozy and friendly environment creates an ideal setting for an enchanting culinary experience. From homemade pasta tossed in flavorful sauces to mouthwatering wood-fired pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients, our menu offers a wide range of classic Italian dishes prepared with a contemporary flair. La Pastaia is the brainchild of a dynamic duo whose expertise and love for the culinary

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 272-0157
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Danilo Gagliano
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your next event
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant and each of its spaces are available for private or semi-private events. Perfect for Baby/Bridal Showers, Wedding Brunch, and more!
  • Neighbourhood
    Bay Park
  • Cross Street
    Mt Macadia Blvd
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    yes one block over
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 307 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Pastaia offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "amazing service" and "wonderful food." Guests rave about "fantastic happy hour" specials and "excellent" homemade pasta. The restaurant's ambiance is described as "lovely" and "tastefully decorated," making it perfect for both casual meals and special occasions. The attentive staff contribute to a memorable visit.

307 Reviews
  1. Irving

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was not very good, cold, and tasteless. Service was good.

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  2. Mary

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant place with good service and delicious food ,

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  3. Lillian

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My son and I had a late lunch on Christmas Day. From the time we were seated, to the time we left, we felt we had enjoyed a fine dining experience. The food was exceptional. Our servers, Maya in particular, made us feel welcomed throughout our meal.

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  4. Solangel

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect, the Food is delicious and the ambience

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  5. Alexandra

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our family came here for Christmas Eve dinner and had the set price menu. We started with the fritto di calamari which was quite good and the grilled artichokes. The artichokes were yummy but did not like the accompanying sauce. Would recommend asking for no sauce. Ordered the filets and salmon which were quite good. Our server was good but very busy. Seems like they were under staffed for the evening. I plan to try again and would love to sit outside and order some of the pasta dishes.

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  6. Maryl

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The prixe fix was priced at $50 for the Christmas Eve dinner, the food offered seemed sub par yet priced higher than their normal menu. Some of the food tasted pre packaged and had similar flavors to Costco brands which did not feel special nor equivalent to the price. The server started out strong but they were quickly overwhelmed through the evening leaving us sitting between courses with no food or drink for 35 minutes. They left their patio doors open to a cold night leaving the dining room cold, most diners had winter jackets on while eating. Staff were stressed and it seemed poorly run for a busy evening. Ambience and decor are lovely, lots of potential here, they need to stick to their regular menu.

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  7. Chris

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Not enough staff for the amount of tables seated. We waited awhile to be greeted at the table, place order, and get our food and drinks. Only one bartender for the entire restaurant. Heard other tables also complaining about the service. Food was good overall and prices were fair. I’m unsure if we will give it another try. This wasn’t the first time we were disappointed but we wanted to give it another try and they had available seating when we booked. They just need more staff and to be more attentive.

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  8. Christine

    VIP

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We have loved dining here in the past so was disappointed in the menu changes. The food was good but nothing like before. Not sure why the changes but I hope they do well.

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  9. mariza

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great neighborhood gem! The ambience and service (and authentic cuisine) you would find in La Jolla But in our own backyard :)

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  10. Meredith

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service. The wait staff and bartender were superb!

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FAQs

La Pastaia is rated 4.3 stars by 307 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for La Pastaia

3055 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mt Macadia Blvd
  • Neighbourhood
    Bay Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    yes one block over
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Danilo Gagliano
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 272-0157
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your next event
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant and each of its spaces are available for private or semi-private events. Perfect for Baby/Bridal Showers, Wedding Brunch, and more!
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