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The Red Door, San Diego, CA

The Red Door

4.7
4.7
2981 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
The Red Door San Diego is committed to offering our guests sustainable and responsibly sourced farm-to-fork dishes. We proudly serve contemporary Italian and modern European cuisine with the freshest locally grown and handcrafted products available. We also feature delicious and unique ingredients from around the world. Chef/Owner Luciano Cibelli shops daily, personally selecting every item we serve. He bakes fresh breads, rolls, desserts and all of the pasta in house (including a special Gluten Free Bucatini) and he develops his menus in rhythm with the seasonal San Diego harvest. Enjoy nightly special offerings or a house favorite, Beef Wellington. Join us for the highly rated cuisine and return for the charming ambiance and excellent service behind the Red Door.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Farm-to-table, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 295-6000
  • Website
    http://www.thereddoorsd.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Luciano Cibelli Chef/Owner
  • Catering
    Offsite catering for small casual gatherings.
  • Private party facilities
    SPECIAL EVENTS & UNIQUE OCCASIONS Catering & Events are opportunities for us to work closely with our guests & occasions for us to share our dedication to celebration in exciting new ways. Our menu is from our farm, our dedication is to the experience. We love this stuff. info@thereddoorsd.com
  • Location
    741 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA 92103
  • Neighbourhood
    Mission Hills
  • Cross Street
    Falcon Street
  • Parking details
    Metered and two hour parking all around Monday through Saturday 8AM to 6PM. Ample free street parking available. Parking available in the US Bank lot after 6. Private lot on NW corner of Falcon and Washington.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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  • Soup*US$10.00

    White cannellini bean | sage tomato broth

    • Vegan NachosUS$14.00

      Cacao sea salt | chili tortilla chips | cashew cheese sauce | seasonal pico de gallo

      • Brussels and Bacon*US$15.00

        Roasted sprouts | pistachios | carmelized onions

        • Roasted Beets & Burrata Cheese*US$16.00

          balsamic syrup | basil olive oil

          • Veal Meatball*US$17.00

            Tomato port wine | sage

            • Fried Calamari & KaleUS$18.00

              Chipotle dip

              • Carlsbad MusselsUS$19.00

                Garlic tomato riesling broth | fennel pollen

                • Steamed ClamsUS$19.00

                  Garlic confit | riesling | house made toasted focaccia

                  • Butternut BrieUS$16.00

                    Pear | spiced butternut squash | onion | cranberry | pecans | triple cream brie

                    • FlatbreadUS$19.00

                      Basil pesto | housemade sausage | fontina cheese

                      • Cashew Crusted WingsUS$19.00

                        Cashew crusted free-range wings | red curry glaze

                        • Meat Lover's MacUS$16.00

                          Bacon | gruyere | fontina | aged cheddar | nduja sausage

                          Local Farm Salads

                          • Thin Shaved Brussels Sprouts*US$14.00

                            Mashed avocado | sunflower seeds | feta cheese

                            • Harvest Salad*US$14.00

                              Garden fruits & vegetables from our harvest of the moment | chef's house dressing

                              • Kale Caesar SaladUS$14.00

                                parmesan toasted focaccia | black pepper | citrus hummus spread | radishes

                                • Farm-To-Fork*US$14.00

                                  Sautéed veggies of the moment | basil pesto

                                  • Arugula*US$14.00

                                    Pear | candied pecan | gorgonzola cheese | cashew dressing

                                    Dinner

                                    • Eggplant ParmesanUS$25.00

                                      Baked fresh mozzarella | tomato basil

                                      • Vegan Quinoa*US$28.00

                                        Pumpkin puree | pearl onions | mushrooms | kale | turnips | citrus EVOO emulsion

                                        • Free Range ChickenUS$35.00

                                          Braised breast | mushroom | marsala demi glace | roasted potato

                                          • Free Range Chicken ParmesanUS$40.00

                                            fresh tomato | basil | spaghetti

                                            • Short RibsUS$40.00

                                              Bourbon BBQ | caramelized onions | polenta

                                              • Lamb ShankUS$40.00

                                                Braised lamb | butternut squash risotto | gremolata | port wine sauce

                                                • Beef WellingtonUS$48.00

                                                  Seared tenderloin | mushroom duxelle | puff pastry | mushroom madeira | veggies

                                                  • Seared Scallops*US$40.00

                                                    Cauliflower purée | carrots | squash | red onions | turnips | thyme | bacon

                                                    • Fresh Catch*US$40.00

                                                      Catalina offshore | beet purée | roasted vegetables | beurre blanc

                                                      • Risotto*

                                                        Preparation changes daily

                                                        • MP

                                                      Red Door Hand Crafted Pasta

                                                      • LasagnaUS$25.00

                                                        Bolognese style

                                                        • PappardelleUS$25.00

                                                          Slow braised red wine meat ragu'

                                                          • Seafood FettuccineUS$34.00

                                                            Mussels | calamari | scallops | shrimp | clams | squid ink fettuccine

                                                            • OrecchietteUS$25.00

                                                              Sausage | mushroom | pearl onions | brandy cream

                                                              • CavatelliUS$25.00

                                                                Farm to fork | tomato | aged pecorino

                                                                • GnocchiUS$25.00

                                                                  Basil pesto | string beans | roasted peppers

                                                                  • Ravioli

                                                                    Preparation change daily

                                                                    • MP

                                                                  • Bucatini*US$25.00

                                                                    Fresh tomato | basil | aged pecorino

                                                                    Last updated: February 3, 2022

                                                                    What 2,981 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                    4.7
                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                    • 4.5Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    The Red Door offers a charming dining experience with "amazing food," "excellent service," and a "cozy atmosphere." Chef Luciano's personal touch elevates the experience, as he often greets guests and checks on their meals. Standout dishes include Beef Wellington and lobster ravioli. Despite occasional slow service, it's a "must-visit" for those seeking fine Italian cuisine.

                                                                    2,981 Reviews

                                                                    1. David

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      24 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      24 reviews

                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      This is a favorite of ours for special occasions. It never disappoints and the banana cream pie for desert is a must.

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                                                                    2. Jim

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      19 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      19 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      We have enjoyed Red Door in the past and we decided to spend have our Christmas Eve dinner there. Unfortunately there wasn’t a second thought to decor… not a touch of Christmas in the restaurant and it just felt like a regular evening. It was very disappointing. We assumed there would have been a special ambiance for the holiday. It would have been best going elsewhere.

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                                                                    3. Dawn

                                                                      Denver

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We enjoyed a delicious Christmas Eve dinner! The Beef Wellington was excellent. Banana Cream pie was fantastic! My only suggestion would be to have non-alcoholic drink options. Dry Secco is perfect or some of the great beers . It would just be nice and make it special.

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                                                                    4. Marc

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      24 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      24 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Awesome as always - special Christmas menu was seafood heavy and amazing. Perfect place!!

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                                                                    5. Tracie

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Very nice experience at The Red Door. Food was delicious and the chef came by to greet us. Our server was really attentive and well mannered. Love the jazz music playing in the background.

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                                                                    6. Kathy

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      Dined on December 16, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Dinner was excellent. Some in our group had Salmon and others the short ribs. All excellent. Brussels sprouts are delicious. Chef/owner Luciano came out and introduced himself-nice touch! We will go back

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                                                                    7. Jechri

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                      Dined on December 11, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Service was great as soon as I got in the door, Ryan and the other staff were super friendly. We were told the specials and checked in throughout the meal. The food was what I expected, beef Wellington was yummy and the lamb shank fell right off the bone. Risotto was the right texture and was flavorful. I really enjoyed my steamed veggies too as they were perfectly buttery and seasoned.

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                                                                    8. Susan

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on December 2, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      I love this restaurant. The food is delicious and the service fantastic. Great atmosphere in both the ‘jazz cafe’ and normal restaurant section. I take all my friends here.

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                                                                    9. Jane

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Highly recommend! We enjoyed the calamari and kale and mussels, ravioli was spectacular, the scallops and lasagna and Salads and DESSERT

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                                                                    10. Robert

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      I ordered the beef wellington. It was the reason I went to The Red Door. The waiter warned me that they have trouble consistently cooking the wellington properly. I thought that was weird, but I gave it a chance anyway. Half of my filet was cooked perfectly. The other half was undercooked. Most of the pastry was undercooked.

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    The Red Door offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 295-6000.

                                                                    The Red Door is rated 4.7 stars by 2981 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                    Make a reservation

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    7:00 p.m.
                                                                    Booked 17 times today

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for The Red Door

                                                                    741 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA 92103

                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      Falcon Street
                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                      Mission Hills
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Italian, Farm-to-table, Modern European
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Metered and two hour parking all around Monday through Saturday 8AM to 6PM. Ample free street parking available. Parking available in the US Bank lot after 6. Private lot on NW corner of Falcon and Washington.
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                      Luciano Cibelli Chef/Owner
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      http://www.thereddoorsd.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (619) 295-6000
                                                                    • Catering
                                                                      Offsite catering for small casual gatherings.
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      SPECIAL EVENTS & UNIQUE OCCASIONS Catering & Events are opportunities for us to work closely with our guests & occasions for us to share our dedication to celebration in exciting new ways. Our menu is from our farm, our dedication is to the experience. We love this stuff. info@thereddoorsd.com
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