50 Best Italian Restaurants near Santee

“Genuinely the best pizza I've ever had, I try lots of places in my free time and I've gone all the way to LA just to try some good pizza, and that pizza was definitely worth the trip, this place TOPS that which says a lot, the service is great too and they gave me free ranch. Super nice staff!!!“

“I found the place to be really nice inside. I placed an order to go. Staff at cashier stand not real friendly but not mean eithier.
I ordered a meat lovers pizza. It was really nice looking FULL OF CHEESE. That was awesome. But I found it to be a bit salty. But doable.“

“Five stars for the Santee Olive Garden! We celebrated my daughter's 20th birthday here last night, and Jim D. gave us top-tier service. Since we rarely dine out, a good experience means everything to us, and this meal was worth every penny. Jim was kind, welcoming, and went out of his way to ensure she felt celebrated from start to finish. Huge thanks to Jim for making her milestone birthday so wonderful!“

“Was in the area to get something to drink and we saw this place and got a Philly cheessteak and boy it was PERFECT! Would definitely go back again! I had the perfect of the bread and all the ingredients just melt in your mouth, the cheese was so good too! I would highly recommend going there!“

“We picked up food yesterday during their grand opening in Santee. Best pesto I’ve ever had! Staff was great too. We will definitely be back.“

“I have been coming here since they opened and they are the best !!!! Everything I have ordered has been beyond delicious and the owner Zak is the best !!! It’s a must try !!!!!“

“cordialità,buon cibo e ambiente raffinato“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“The food is so good! 100% recommend the vodka sauce! Stuffed mushrooms are fantastic. Ambiance is fabulous and service is so good. Alex was our server, he’s a keeper. This is our new go to Italian restaurant.“

“The Margarita pizza was the best . Thus far from any pizzaria I’ve had“

“The food the service is amazing. VERY bad experience that little Roma restaurant I should’ve known better that there’s no place like Nonna’s.“

“To sit and enjoy The entire staff is friendly and the owner and his son are amazing!! They have the best atmosphere, food freshly made! Lasagna is so good - pizza is seasoned well and the dough is good“

“Awesome place! Very “Italian”!! Excellent food quality!! Excellent service!! Portions are more than enough!!“

“I think the food is very good. I would give it five stars excellent service, beautiful wine had a wonderful night. 🍷🍝“

“Went to Trattoria da Sofia again. The food is amazing. They make all their pasta from scratch. They have "Nonna" is in the back room cranking out pasta. The polenta is authentic and the pasta is al dente. The bolognese sauce is definitely home made. It all reminded me of home.“

“3/5 for a first timer during restaurant week… the special menu was $50 per person…. we never got any bread with our dinner (and didn’t realize we were left out until we were on dessert)… and, portions were small, so the bread would have been nice, especially for $50… also, the server made us make our food order at the same time as our drinks… personally, i like to have a drink or two before i order my food… so, the service was rushed in that sense… and no one asked me if i wanted a second glass of wine i had the veal and my friend had the lobster ravioli… both tasted decently but, again, small portions… the burrata was amazing and the desserts (tiramisu and lava cake) were pleasant i think i’d like to try again on a night that isn’t as busy, and order off of the actual menu“

“Never had a bad experience here. The staff are always super friendly and make you feel welcomed and take good care of us. This is our favorite no-frills, reliably good food, hole in the wall spot. Our son loves the food here too! Highly recommend“

“Enjoy the atmosphere and great food.“

“nice place and very good and taste“

“Best cannoli of my life. This is an absolute must stop in Little Italy.“

“This family does everything right, the food is authentic and always delicious, huge portions and a great value for the price. the young man who I believe is the grandson is so kind and polite when he delivers the food, he even remembers me. Thank you to the entire family for old school food and service. 🙏“

“This place food, ambience, decor, patio, services, etc, etc, etc gas not competition around san diego,“

“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.“

“very delicious pizza great amount of toppings and cheese , really enjoyed their cheesy bread😋😋“

“Tonight I had their Friday dinner to go and it was the best tasting meatloaf I have ever had. Carrots peas and mashed potatoes were also good. Large portion for two people!“

“We hosted our small family baby shower here earlier this year and it was perfect. The space was intimate and charming, and the food was fantastic. A huge thank you to Renato and staff, who helped organize everything and carried out the day without a single flaw. He made the whole event feel effortless. Highly recommend!“

“Always a wonderful experience with great food and service! I have loved every thing I’ve tried on the menu. This is our go to place whenever we want tasty and excellent cuisine👏“

“Amazing! Great options and friendly environment!!“

“Jamul is a little outside of my service area as a plumber, but I found myself there helping a friend with his home. On the drive home, I was hungry and thrilled to discover a Filippis Pizza on Campo Rd. I love their cheese pizza and had to stop in for a late lunch. It’s a nice place, similar to the Escondido location near me, with the Chianti bottles hanging throughout the dining room room. The staff was friendly and Amanda seated me right away and took good care of me. The cheese pizza was delicious like always. Knowing that Filippis here in Jamul, I think I will be more willing to schedule appointments out here😁“

“Eccezionale é l’espressione esatta per descrivere Amuri e il suo Chef ✌️🍀 se ci vai una vokta poi ci ritorni 🤩“

“Excellent pizza! Great food & love the atmosphere!“

“If you want to treat your guests to a one-of-a-kind experience than Marcello is your guy. The food is unbelievable and the portable wood fire pizza to have at your location will have your guests talking about your party for months to come. He was completely professional and worked with guests who had food allergies. Best pizza I have had here in San Diego. Marcello goes above and beyond to make sure all your guests have a tastebud experience right out of Italy.“

“The best eggplant parm around“

“Awesome family owned business. Great food. Been around for decades.“

“My experience at BMH Italian was wonderful and definitely deserves five stars. From the moment I walked in, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and treated us with kindness and respect. The service was fast and organized, and the employees made sure our order was prepared exactly the way we wanted it.

The food was fresh, delicious, and full of authentic Italian flavor. We tried several items, and everything was excellent. The pizza was flavorful and perfectly baked, the pasta was rich and satisfying, and the Italian sandwiches were carefully prepared with a generous amount of ingredients. The portions were excellent for the price, and our food arrived hot and beautifully presented.

The restaurant has a calm, comfortable, and family-friendly atmosphere. The dining area was clean and relaxing, and the prices were very reasonable considering the quality and portion sizes. It is clear that the owners and staff genuinely care about their customers and work hard to provide everyone with an enjoyable experience.

I highly recommend BMH Italian to anyone who enjoys great Italian food. Be sure to try their pizza, pasta, and Italian sandwiches. It is a wonderful local restaurant that truly deserves support. I will definitely return with my family and friends. I wish the entire team continued success!“

“had takeout spinach lasagna tonight. Outstanding meal! I definitely recommend 😍😍💯💯👌👌“

“Excellent service, friendly atmosphere..food very satisfying“

“Absolutely wonderful experience. Kind, polite. Nice to talk to and I absolutely appreciate that. But this pizza pie is on point. It's delicious. It's clean. It's light you eat a whole pot every few weeks and do it a dough cleanse and it takes everything out of your body. It's wonderful. Nothing else can do that.“

“Same great flavor! Brought back some great childhood memories!“

“Really dont Enjoy dining there since the booths were removed. Let's move on Host could have been more pleasant, maybe a Smile 😃 . Our Server was Excellent, Polite, Friendly & Attentive, Salad & Bread sticks brought out in a Flash, Meals were Swifty delivered & Steaming hot. We had the Endless Bread Sticks, Salad & Soups
Everything was Flavorful & Plentiful“

“I had a great experience when placing a large order for pick-up the other day. Alvin was helpful with recommendations and made sure all supplies (seasonings and utensils) were provided. Robert offered to help load the food to my vehicle. Matt ensured all of the order was complete. The party I brought the food to commented on how neatly everything was packaged. Thanks again!“

“Very fast service, friendly people. Delicious food especially the ramen.“

“4/4/2022 My first time getting a pizza from here, and it was amazing! I look forward to trying other items as well.“

“The food is delicious. The rib eye was perfection. The wait staff was friendly and kind. They have a good selection of delicious desserts. The creme brulee was mouthwatering. If you're looking for a nice romantic anniversary restaurant, this will do. Our if you want to treat yourself because let's face it, sometimes you do, this is the place.“

“It's great thin crust pizza! You can't beat the prices either.“

“I recommend any of the pizzas, especially the 6 cheese! The crust is impeccable. I look forward to trying more of the menu there!“

“Pasta and pizzas are delicious. Prices are very reasonable.“