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Operacaffe, San Diego, CA
Operacaffe, San Diego, CA
Operacaffe, San Diego, CA
Operacaffe, San Diego, CA
Operacaffe, San Diego, CA

Operacaffe

4.7
4.7
1403 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
At Operacaffe we are passionate about our culinary business and our customers. The reputation for excellent cuisine, top-notch service, the quality and freshness of ingredients are the reasons we are so proud of our brand new restaurant!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Patrizia Branchi
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,403 people are saying

Operacaffe 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Operacaffe offers a delightful Italian dining experience in downtown San Diego. Praised for its "authentic fresh pasta" and "outstanding food," it's a go-to spot for a pre-theater meal. The "excellent service" and "great atmosphere" complement its "delicious" menu, making it a "hidden gem" worth discovering. Reservations recommended.
1,403 Reviews
  1. Laurie VIP

    San Diego20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    A small but well appointed restaurant with a full bar and great food. We had limited time and the wait staff was very accommodating. We both loved our ravioli and a great caprese salad.

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  2. Carolyn VIP

    San Diego55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very accommodating to hold our reservation for us when we had a short delay.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Just went for desert, tiramesu was disappointing in a small wine glass. Wine was good and left early. Server was great

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  4. Robert

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and staff was very attentive. Will definitely go back

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  5. Debbie VIP

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Operracafe was wonderful in every way! From bread to dessert, a divine experience. We’ll return!

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  6. David VIP

    Palm Springs108 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is definitely a neighborhood gem! All food was just amazing! Great friendly service with a very nice selection of entrees. Will be back whenever we are in the area again, which is usually 4-6 times a year!!

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  7. Candace

    Edmonton2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic fresh pasta with shaved truffle, need I say more!? It was perfect and reminded me of eating in Florence. The tiramisu was light and flavourful. I am sad we discovered this gem on our last night in San Diego or I would have been back.

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  8. Dennis VIP

    Baltimore57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and the food were excellent. Small neighborhood place, very friendly but fills up quick so make a reservation.

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  9. KentM VIP

    Atlantic City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food in casual atmosphere. Pastas are homemade and delicious

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  10. StephenM VIP

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was terrific food-wise. Service exceptional

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FAQs

Operacaffe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 234-6538.

Operacaffe is rated 4.7 stars by 1403 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Operacaffe

835 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Patrizia Branchi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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