50 Best Italian Restaurants near Coronado

“Our favorite restaurant on the Island! Never disappoints 🥰“

“Nado Republic is one of my family and I's absolutely favorite restaurants!! The food is authentic Italian imported from Italy. The service is amazing (Arlo is THE best)!!! Ambience and music is great and they do an awesome job with celebrations! Highly recommend!!!“

“We all deserve a second chance and II Fornaio is not exempt. I was told to try this place for a nice meal. My family visited this establishment a few weeks back. Unfortunately, we had one of the worst experiences ever. Lack of attentiveness, service, taste, & dining experience. We left waiting to speak to a manager that never came as he was taking care of another matter and I didn't want to wait any longer. I got home and my wife insisted that I call to report our experience and give the manager a chance to do something about it. I spoke with Assistant General Manager Antonio Ramirez who apologized and said he would investigate and call me the following morning. Needless to say he didn't return the call for a week later. I honestly thought he forgot. Mr Ramirez called and once again apologize and offered to pay for our meal on the next visit. He was genuinely concerned about the companies reputation and making up for a poor experience. I returned the following week with a complete different situation. Mr Ramirez introduced himself, followed the hostess to our seat, took the unused glasses and offered to get our drinks. The busser, he could easily pass for Santa Claus, was johnny on the spot with water, tea and refills. Our waitress, Susan was what all should aspire to as far as a quality food server. Susan was suggestive of everything, we chose two of her recommendations and were not unhappy. Between Mr. Ramirez, Susan and Santa Claus (sorry never got the busser's name), my wife and I had the best dining experience that turned our hearts to highly recommend II Fornaio as the place to frequent for that wonderful dining experience. We will definitely return to dine after this time. Thank you for changing our hearts to believe in you. It's time to make Assistant General Manager Antonio Ramirez General Manager with his attitude, demeaner, and loyalty to the company and the return of a good customer experience. Thank you, Thank you and Thank you.“

“Everything by we had was amazing! I highly recommend!“

“Delicious homemade pasta and sauces! Attentive and friendly staff!“

“Got a Salumi pizza, $35 after tip. Took 18 minutes after being seated. Was a little small for price, was just enough for for me and my wife to share. Good flavor, solid crust. Enjoyed the sweet and savory aspect. Toppings tend to slide off so have to eat carefully.

Coffee was expensive and not very good. Took a long time to get it.

Right next to the live music with good view of the sunset. Chairs/tables are a little wobbly.“

“I am delighted with my experience at this Italian restaurant! From the moment I walked in, I was transported to Italy with a warm ambiance and friendly staff. The food was extraordinary; each dish burst with authentic flavors that joyfully made my taste buds sing. The attention to detail in every plate was evident, showcasing the chef's expertise and dedication to traditional Italian cuisine. The pasta was cooked to perfection, sauces were rich and flavorful, and the ingredients were fresh and high-quality. Not only was the food exceptional, but the service was impeccable. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable and made the entire dining experience even more delightful. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an unforgettable Italian dining experience in San Diego. In my opinion, this establishment undoubtedly deserves the title of the best Italian restaurant in town.“

“If you are looking for a true Italian experience in San Diego, look no further than Vinarius! We worked with Giuseppe (owner) to host our wedding celebration here back in March, 2023. From the beginning, he was amazing to work with. Incredibly positive and accommodating from the start, we couldn’t have asked for more. The wedding ceremony was planned to be outside and of course, it rained that day. Guiseppe and his staff went above and beyond to accommodate us, allowed us to have the small ceremony inside the restaurant on short notice and made an incredible meal to follow. Our guests were blown away and we couldn’t have been happier. We recommend Vinarius to everyone we know and that is thanks to Giuseppe and his awesome staff. Grazie mille!“

“Food always on point!!!!“

“We absolutely loved our dinner at Monzu in the Gaslamp! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff struck the perfect balance of being friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. We started with the tartare di tonno, which was incredibly fresh and flavorful—an excellent beginning to the meal. The housemade focaccia deserves a special mention: airy, perfectly seasoned, and quite possibly the best I’ve ever had. For the main course, I enjoyed the bucatini all’amatriciana. The pasta was clearly house-made, cooked to perfection, and the sauce had that authentic depth of flavor that only true Southern Italian cooking delivers. We finished with an affogato, which was the ideal ending—simple, rich, and satisfying. Monzu offers authentic Southern Italian fare with genuine hospitality, and everything we tried reflected both freshness and craftsmanship. I would 100% return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable Italian dining experience in San Diego.“

“Great food and great service! Food was fresh and expertly prepared! Probably the best service I have ever experienced and the place was busy at the time we were there!!“

“Fabulous food served in a no-frills, casual atmosphere. The service was excellent and Chef Luciano Cibelli comes out of the kitchen and checks with every table to see how diners are doing. Great place to celebrate a special occasion. We enjoyed the seafood fettucini, chicken parmesian, and the catch of the day, which was sea bass on a bed of roasted vegetables, with beet purée and a delicious beurre blanc. Delish!“

“Delicious, homestyle Italian food. Sooo good from appetizers to dessert. The atmosphere has the vintage charm of an Italian kitchen. And all of the employees were wonderful, we had great service from the host,the waiter and the bussers. Highly recommend.“

“cordialità,buon cibo e ambiente raffinato“

“The whole experience was wonderful. The view was beautiful. The food was delicious. The service was out of this world. David, our server went above and beyond to make this evening special for us. We were very impressed both by the restaurant and the service.“

“The Chefs Cheese Wheel pasta was absolutely amazing!!“

“This was our 1st anniversary in November, 1991. This is the first booth inside the door, our favorite. In the several years before meeting Patti, I had taken more than a few dates to Baci’s. Why go there? The food, the service, the personal interaction with staff. Talking to the owner once, I discovered he was neighbors with my roommates brother. We left San Diego in 1992 but winter there since retiring and visit Baci’s every year. So happy they’re still going strong.“

“Everything was incredible! Kika, our server, was so kind and helpful. I am celiac and she guided me through what would work for me! The food was delicious. We loved the vibe and greatly enjoyed our visit! 100% worth a visit!“

“Excellent food and the service was splendid.“

“2nd visit and again food and service were great. only complaint was they cleared my dessert when I wasn't finished without asking. took that as hint to leave.“

“Spending my evening at a new restaurant in South Park called Il Posto. So far everything I’ve tried is spectacular.“

“good pizza, sandwiches 🥪 at won't hurt ur pockets. nom noms“

“C est la troisièmement fois que nous venons dans ce restaurant italien et nous sommes toujours aussi satisfaits des produits authentiquement italiens et de l accueil, aussi bien pour un repas le soir que pour une formule du midi. Nous y retournerons dans doute à notre prochaine visite à Paris“

“This place is absolutely amazing. The service was exceptional and we felt so welcomed. The handmade pasta and dishes are to die for. My husband has the special and I had the pescatore dish followed with dessert. We will definitely be back!“

“Amazing food and a testament to being a good citizen of our planet.“

“Great service great food will be back soon.“

“Was in San Diego for a family reunion and found this restaurant by accident. Great place for some good Italian food. After living in Italy for a number of years nice to discover a place who knows how to prepare authentic Italian food. Next time we come to San Diego we will be enjoying food at Tavola Nostra Pizzeria e Cucina. Grazie per tutte - cibo e buono .“

“Food was excellent and Christina the owner has the best personality and knows how to treat her customers! You MUST go there!“

“I would give it a 5 star but I just paid $25 for two hours of parking when they’re supposed to have their own parking lot. There was a sign that pointed to the left for Filippi’s parking …. Rip off. Don’t know what they’re trying to pull here.“

“Ordered the Torpedo sandwich and it hit the spot!!“

“Great food. Chicken Marsala, Tortellini Verde, Caprese Salad, Bruchetta.. so good. Has friendly, personal service.“

“The most scrumptious artichoke arugula, Parmesan shavings salad that I split with my husband. Huge portion. Wonderful Chilean Seabass with black squid linguine. I like it with marinara and they accommodate. My husband had a wonderful pasta Bolognese. We topped it off with an incredible tasting lemoncello cake and two decaf cappuccinos. What a meal! Phenomenal restaurant great chef, lovely service great ambience.“

“Enjoy the atmosphere and great food.“

“Vero italiano a San Diego!!! Posto easy ma molto accogliente e curato; Personale super accogliente ed amichevole; Cibo super buono e davvero italiano Consigliata la focaccia di loro produzione e spettacolare spaghetto alla pescatora!! Top A presto“

“Excellent hidden gem! Pizza was amazing, packed full of toppings and piping hot. It was huge and that wasn't even the biggest one. 4 of shared the special pizza and there were leftovers. Brother in law had the special mushroom ravioli and he raves about it. Cool place, great staff, delicious with fair prices!“

“I had the arancini, pistacchiosa on my first visit. Both were excellent choices. The arancini were well crusted on a delicious ragu bed. I decided not to add any extra parmesian or red pepper in order to enjoy the original flavor of the pistacchiosa. I look forward to returning and trying other items like the risotto and tiramisu. Grazie Trattoria da Sofia for a pleasant experience!“

“Absolutely fantastic experience at Osteria Cotto e Mangiato! The service from Andrea (owner) was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every dish we ordered was incredible-from the rich, comforting Carbonara w/anchovies to the Captain's Treasure chest is unexplainable good, everything was cooked to perfection. You can really taste the quality and care in each bite. This place is a gem in San Diego for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine. Oh, by the way, did I mention the Tiramisu... WOW!! Can’t wait to come back!“

“We love Parma Cucina!! The food is authentic and they treat everyone like family! Bellissimo!🇮🇹❤️“

“Cardellino was a solid choice for my Valentine's Day last night. My partner and I were seated right away by the sweet hostess at the front according to my seating preferences which I appreciated. Within the first few minutes we noticed a sliding door leading to a speakeasy which I think added to the lively ambiance of the restaurant. Our service support was very kind in his greeting. Our server was average. Although he was kind, he wasn't very attentive. I understand that the night was busy how ever I feel as if the service we were given didn't match my expectations for an elevated dining experience. I was expecting more of a personalized experience to say the least. He offered his recommendations and that was about it. At one point of the night, a woman I'm assuming was a manager or supervisor visited our table to check in and I had asked her for a specific drink she said they didn't have at Cardellino, but they could make in the speakeasy next door which she went and got for me. SO SWEET and matched my high quality service expectations. Drinks were good. For appetizers we ordered the prosciutto arugula salad and lamb lollipops. Both were delicious. Once our entrees came, The cacio e Pepe bucatini pasta the server recommended came out cold. The steak's texture, flavoring, and cut reminded me of a pork chop. It lacked memorable luster. The fingerling potatoes were good, and the egg on the asparagus was cold. If the server would have visited our table before we finished eating all of our food, I would have told him this. However he did not check in with us until about 20 minutes after the food was brought to the table. However when I did let him know, he took it off the bill which I did appreciate, I just wish he gave me a chance to let him know sooner. Overall, I'd say the ambiance, drinks, and appetizers would be the only thing keeping me coming back.“

“First visit. Nice restaurant. We tried the beef ravioli and lasagna; both delicious. Several other menu options sound amazing; look forward to trying those on our next visits.“

“Cucina Caprese is one of our favorites. Everything on the menu is fabulous. Guiseppe knows how to make delicious food. Best pizza ever!“

“Every time I have dined here, the atmosphere is warm and inviting but most important, the food is always amazing. The flavors and quality in every dish has not disappointed.“

“This place is a gem! Food, atmosphere and service were absolutely amazing! Definitely will return when in town again.“

“Outstanding waitress . She was by herself and still managed to keep her cool. Definitely liking this place one thing, the. Chicago beef gravy is way too salty and you guys need to roast the green peppers . pizza was outstanding. Thank you.“

“Great food, excellent service, and reasonable prices…the trifecta“

“Great service and delicious food!“

“celebrating our 49th anniversary we asked friends for a recommendation of a good Italian restaurant. Hands down Pomodoras. So New Year's eve we made reservations. We loved everything! the food, ambiance and staff were all amazing! Thank you for making it special!“

“Great food and atmosphere!“

“the food is SO tasty, welcoming honey atmosphere, wonderful service in an intimate setting.“

“Best Italian food in San Diego! Stopped in for lunch and had the Pasta Aglio Olio. It was delicious! Out waitress Liz was always prompt and courteous, always anticipating our needs. Highly recommend this restaurant!“