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Civico 1845, San Diego, CA
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Civico 1845

$30 and under
Italian
1845 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Vegan-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
A new generation of Italian cuisine - fresh, light and authentic. By using proper cooking techniques, our flavors are natural and pure. Our menu is a homage to our region Calabria and southern Italian roots reflecting what is being served in Italy today. You can also find an extensive vegan menu that incorporates many of the best Italian dishes. We have been the first restaurant in the USA to have a full Italian Vegan menu since 2015! We believe in sustainability, both in our food and in the design of our restaurant. While our menu focuses on locally grown and seasonal ingredients, our bar and dining areas were created using reclaimed, natural materials. Nothing goes to waste at Civico 1845!

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Pietro Gallo - Enrico De Santis

From the OpenTable editors: This sustainably minded Little Italy anchor is an ode to all things Calabrian. Executive chef Pietro Gallo whips up Southern Italian seafood staples plus a rare all-vegan menu that includes lasagna with meat-free ragu—these are nonna’s classics reinterpreted for San Diego’s health-conscious crowd.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We are able to accommodate full buyouts for parties up to 70 people. Please email us at: info@civico1845.com
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Cross street
    Fir Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking & Valet
  • Public transit
    Bus Line on Ash and India st.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

What 2,486 people are saying

Civico 1845 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Civico 1845 in Little Italy offers a delightful dining experience, celebrated for its "fantastic" vegan menu and "authentic" Italian flavors. Guests rave about the "wonderful service," "delicious food," and "great ambiance." Despite some noise and occasional service hiccups, its "divine" focaccia and extensive vegan options make it a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike.
2,486 Reviews
  1. Robin VIP

    Jacksonville55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place to eat in little Italy. Decor, food, wine/drink selections & ambience feels authentic! The ricotta stuffed zucchini blossoms were a delightful appetizer.

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  2. Roberta

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! The place is beautiful and well located, noice level for our age group was perfect but the food unfortunately was not good 😞 We may had bad luck. I ordered the papardelle past with funghi and was not good at all .

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  3. Rob

    Dallas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most amazing food, interesting drinks and wonderful dessert. Our server Luca was very friendly fun and helpful. It was a great evening and we will dofinitely be back.

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  4. Jim

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at Civico 1845! The food was excellent, and the owners were warm and welcoming! I would highly recommend Civico 1845, and I’ll be returning soon

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My family and I ordered off the vegan menu. I was very impressed with how extensive it was. We started with the bruschetta and caprese. Both were good, but I felt over priced for what we got. The pasta dishes were truly delicious. I had the fusilli with eggplant. The eggplant was especially amazing. I made everyone at the table try it. My sister ordered the fusilli with vodka sauce and it was fabulous as well. I also really enjoyed the vegan tiramisu. In addition to the order, they bring bread and pesto to the table. It's a yummy focaccia that is vegan too, as is the pesto.

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  6. Michael VIP

    Orange County37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Civico is truly a must go when in Little Italy. The food is fantastic and the most authentic you'll find in the area. You feel your right smack in the middle of a little diner in Italy. Our waiter who was fantastic was from Venice.

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  7. Gail

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We recently visited Civico 1845 for our second dining experience, and it was amazing! The food, the service, the ambience, and the overall experience were wonderful! Their focaccia bread and dip are divine! We can't wait to go back!

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  8. Sharan

    San Francisco2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is extremely average. Probably my least favorite meal in little Italy.

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  9. Norberto

    Cancun2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great service and food, the place a little noisy, but we where there for the food. Will come back soon to taste all the vegan dishes.

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  10. David

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made a last minute reservation, and they even brought a cannoli with a candle for out birthday celebration. Great vegan options

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FAQs

Civico 1845 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 431-5990.

Civico 1845 is rated 4.4 stars by 2486 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 PM
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Civico 1845

1845 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fir Street
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking & Valet
  • Public transit
    Bus Line on Ash and India st.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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