Restaurants near Hillcrest San Diego

Got a perfect end cut of the prime rib. Done to perfection. We’ll be back soon.

Enjoyed our visit very much. Had plenty to eat and the server (didn't catch his name) was very attentive.

Interesting menu, always well-prepared and delicious. We love this place. The interior is attractive and interesting, and the back patio is always pleasant. Highly recommend.

My husband and I had a fantastic experience. We greeted at the door and seated promptly. Ryan? Our server Ryan came and we were greeted with a smile. We ordered our wines. We had Opaque Melbec and Highlands 41Caberrnet. Our appetizer was a Fried Calamari and Kale. Our entrees were a Short Rib and Papparedelle. The owner and Chef Luciano Cibelli came out anf talked to us. He is wonderful! We were celebrating a special occasion and he provided us with a surprise. I’m not going to mention it because it was really special for us. Last but not least was the most memorable dessert. We ordered a Toffee Pudding. It was a melt in your mouth dessert. I told my husband, I wanted to stay there forever. It waa overall a beautiful experience!

I love when you walk into a restaurant and you can smell freshly cooked food the second you enter and that was exactly what happened,, we were met by a really delightful smell of fresh baked danishes and greeted with a big friendly smile. This is a small cozy family run restaurant, so it’s family recipes and pride in every dish they serve. Be prepared for authentic flavors and joyful chit-chat with the owners. If you are staying in San Diego you shouldn't pass up the opportunity to have a meal here. We were treated with such care and kindness, unforgettable food that made us come back 3 out of 5 days. We will be back on our next trip and be spreading the word of our exceptional experience.