Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Sorrento Valley

We had an enjoyable dining experience. Our waiter was attentive, the service was good and the food was tasty. We were a group of 8 (two families) and sat off to the side at a round table. It was a bit quieter there which was good for conversation. We will definitely return.

We have been to the Pacific Beach location and loved it. This time we went to Del Mar and again, fabulous evening. The Pacific Beach location is quieter, more conducive to sipping a glass of wine from the excellent wine menu while one waits for the order to arrive. The Del Mar location is snappier, lively but still quite manageable in terms of having a conversation at the table. In both locations the staff is one of the main reasons to come! Very knowledgeable, we appreciated that our wait person was well versed in the menu and pairings and provided great suggestions. Super friendly, honestly, we felt like family. My suggestion! if you go, go big! We had a dinner guest that wanted a salad, a vegan pizza. Then when the cannoli (developed by a michelin star chef) arrived at the table, he couldn't resist and asked to have his pizza boxed up and got the cannoli instead!! Happiness all around. We are eating the pizza now, for lunch the next day. The food is top notch and i know i speak with authority... my family is from Aqueseria, a small village on Lake Como, i know Italian food! This place is a stand out, not to be missed. thanks

Overall, it’s a fun place to go with authentic Italian food. A bit pricey. The noise level is high, so it’s hard to have a conversation.

Delicious food and excellent service....bar and table were excellent. We look forward to returning.... a new found favorite.

Good quality, good service, good presentation but small amount of food for the high price