DiCicco's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

515 W 13th Ave, Escondido
(858) 391-4422

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BACrtic

This was just okay, not great or awful but only okay. Wasn't crowded but service was only okay. We were shocked that under CLASSICS, our order of meatballs and pepper was served with NO PASTA! Not okay and a further review of the menu proved it to be our error, but then again, most Italian restaurants have a serving of meatballs as a ‘side' and not the beginning of a menu section titled CLASSICS.

SusanF

The food was good, pretty standard fare-nothing special. Our server was young and new, but tried so hard to please us. He just didn't know the menu or wine list very well. Got food before drinks. Probably won't go there again.

Joanne

I ordered chicken parmigiana. The chicken was a large piece and was delicious. It came with a salad that was the best with extras. The cost was VERY high. My chicken cost $28.99 for just the entree and side salad. It was good but can't afford this again. It's a shame.

RobertK

Great Food ,Service , and atmosphere . Monica was our server and very attentive. This restaurant would make a wonderful place for any celebration . We enjoyed our Date Night evening . THANK YOU Robert & Judie Kelly

Antoinette Imus

This is my favorite Italian restaurant! My fiancé and I have been here four times and every time it has been consistently great! We ordered the Chicken Parmesan. Excellent! It came with a side of spaghetti and grilled vegetables. It was delicious. We can eat a lot. It is a very healthy portion so we split it. You also get a side salad or minestrone soup. I chose the salad. They have the absolute best house dressing, a vinaigrette, just the right mix and spice. And we always get the spumoni (excellent, 3 scoops). Also, the head manager and the manager Ashley checked on us to see how we were doing. This is a very well-run, classy restaurant, very clean too, and they really take good care of their customers. A shout out to Nick who waited on us. You did an excellent job! Thank you.

JimB

The lasagna we had was 'very' good, though at $20 a dish it was more than a bit pricey (adding a salad was another $3.95). The portion was 'huge," more than a mere mortal could/should eat at one siting. We brought half of our two lasagna dishes home. It was suggested that we simply come in and ask to split one lasagna dish for the two of us - they will even cut the serving in half and give each diner their portion. (Sounded like an excellent idea.) Bread is free, but only if you ask for it - a bit inconvenient for new customers, who don't know to ask. Ambience was pleasant enough - sorta like the old Marie Callander which used to be there. Would recommend this restaurant - give it a try.

The restaurant was empty, but we had a reservation. The host walked us back to a booth between the two kitchen doors! Not a good move. I asked to sit by the window, which he accommodated. Why, in an empty restaurant, do you seat people next to the kitchen? Unbelievable! Thank goodness we had a lovely server and the food was very good. Except for the host, we had a great meal and experience.

BrittanyP

I had high hopes with all of the Instagram ads but it was a big let down. Food was basic and there was no live music. When I walked in and saw only 2 other people dining I should have taken that as a hint a got out of there.

Bryan Macy

Great food and service.Decor is classic if a little dated or old school, but not in a bad way.Out of the way but worth the trip.Pizza is wonderful with medium thick crunchy dough, not floppy but definitely weighed down with yummy ingredients applied liberally.Not a huge fan of the blue-ranch dressing on the salad, but I didn't come here for the salad.Great laid back, family friendly place.

BarbaraN

We were celebrating my friend's birthday. She had always wanted the front booth right in front of the fireplace and we lucked out. Moreover, we were pleasantly surprised that Jay Henry guitar player entertained us with classic soft pop music. He played all our favorites. And of course we all loved our entrées. Delicious! Our waiter was friendly and we were content with our service.

SueS

The manager, Tim, and our wonderful server, Monica, took such great care of our party of 9! We celebrated a WWII Veteran's 97th birthday and we were treated to a quiet room, perfect service, and delicious food. We've eaten at DiCiccio's before and will return again.

Joshua Marshall (Splitchaos666)

Came in for lunch craving Italian. I sat down and waited for the server. Milan, the bartender in the lounge, came over to ask what I would like. I ordered a sculpin and he recommended I move to the lounge since it was happy hour and cheaper over there. Now that is solid service and honest.I ended up ordering a side of sausage, which is soaked in blue moon and vegetables then boiled. However, I prefer mine well done and had no problem receiving what I ordered. Main entree was the cannelloni and two meatballs. All in all I am extremely satisfied as usual. Always clean, staff is friendly, the service and portions are always perfect.Definitely will be back. Thank you for yet another great experience!

Fred

Great restaurant in an old Mimi's restaurant. These owners are really smart business people. The outside and the inside look like Mimi's. They spent money wisely and added a lot of Italian pictures on the walls and great Italian music. I hope someday they take out the old Mimi's booths and use only round tables. Checked table cloths would be a nice touch. The food is outstanding great value. The wine good selection though a little pricey. Service is really great. Support this restaurant they deserve your patronage. I hope this restaurant thrives. Additionally there is a wine and cheese bar with live music. Great place for family gathers and celebrations. .

StephanS

We picked this place out of the blue after we attended a softball event for the day. Place looked closed but it was open. We were seated pretty quick and the place had about 5 tables of guests in the whole place. There were 3 people in the bar area eating. We Ordered an appetizer that came within minutes then the WAIT began. We waited about 30-40 minutes for our meals with the server Stopping by to apologize regularly. When the food arrived it was great. My calzone was so light and flakey and stuff with meat and cheese. Daughters angel hair pasta and meatballs were good. Wife's meal Was also very good. Wife ordered a bread pudding and daughter went with the affogoto and loved it. I would lay the fault on the kitchen for the delays and I appreciate the server coming by to let us know “food was coming.” I'd Like to return, but can't show up hungry because the wait may unpredictable.

Yvonne Callaway

Had dinner there last night (Friday) no wait time at all. There were four of us and we each ordered different items. The pasta dishes (Rigatoni. Chicken Alfredo, and Spaghetti all lacked sauce making them very dry. The meatball sandwich was overly salty. Also one would think a salad or soup would be offered with a dinner entree but that is extra. We will not be returning to this restaurant.

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DiCicco's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

515 W 13th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
(858) 391-4422