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Cesarina

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 20, 2025

March 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 181 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.

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Executive chef: Cesarina Mezzoni

MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2023
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2022

From the OpenTable editors: Fresh housemade pasta reigns at this charming Point Loma trattoria. Cesarina landed MICHELIN Bib Gourmand status for its knockout mix-and-match pasta options and one exceptional tableside tiramisu. The colorful Italian restaurant is a go-to for weekend brunch, best enjoyed on its bougainvillea-strewn patio.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(619) 226-6222
Website
http://www.cesarinarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We offer Catering options for parties of 20 guests or more. To inquire about our Catering options, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours
Private party facilities
For all parties of more than 8 guests, we only offer private dining. To inquire about our Private dining option, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
4161 Voltaire St, Ste B, San Diego, CA 92107
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
Ocean Beach
Cross street
Catalina Blvd
Parking details
We know how challenging it is to find parking and truly appreciate your patience and understanding. VALET PARKING is available in front of the restaurant, Thursday to Sunday, from 4:30pm to 10pm GUEST PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4154 Voltaire St NOT AVAILABLE DURING VALET HOURS PAID PUBLIC PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4148 Voltaire St, next to the “ MATT KALLA INSURANCE AGENCY”
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,739 people are saying

Cesarina 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Italian
San Diego
Most Booked
San Diego
Italian
San Diego
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cesarina delights with "authentic Italian food" and "fresh pasta to die for," offering a vibrant experience with attentive staff and an inviting atmosphere. The tiramisu, made tableside, is "an experience not just a dessert." With a mix-and-match menu and vegan options, it's a must-visit in San Diego.

5,739 Reviews

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Janice VIP
San Diego23 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is delicious. Excellent service. Great recommendations on wine pairing and pasta/sauce pairing!
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Sam VIP
San Diego25 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyable. We had to wait almost a half hour, despite being on-time for our reservation. Place was lively. Bread and marinara were brought promptly and were delicious. Service was attentive and courteous. Wine recommendation was excellent. I had spaghetti with assorted seafood, it was spicy and shrimp were abundant. My date had papardelle with short ribs, again very good.
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Colby
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely outstanding house made pasta with wonderful service and wine selection.
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Bonnie
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my father here for his birthday and the service was incredible. Everyone made the outing very special and I’m very grateful. The food suggestions were great for vegetarian options. The tiramisu was just as I remembered it, amazing, but this time there was a piece of eggshell in it. Totally understand that mistakes happen, but that’s why I gave it four stars because at this level and this price I wouldn’t have expected that. Otherwise great!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service and A PLUS to not charge a 5% surcharge on top of the bill .
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Franciscog
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sin duda de los mejores lugares para comer pasta!!, una delicia
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Amazing food, great staff, and beautiful atmosphere. I live in the neighborhood and I just keep going back!
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angelas
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love coming here! our server was amazing and so kind!
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County2 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muy buena la comida pero no cumplió el 100% de nuestras expectativas, al ver que es un restaurante con recomendación Michelle honestamente la expectativa era mucho más alta
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Teresa
San Diego9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience! Appetizers were the polpo and the squash. Fascinating colors and flavors. I’m For entrees we had the ravioli, the spinach ricotta with funghi, spaghetti bolognese and the prosciutto ravioli with burrata. Each dish was very flavorful and unique. For desert we had the tiramisu, the Nutella donut and the ricotta cheesecake with caramel sauce, as well as the cannoli. Each was absolutely delicious, but I especially loved the ricotta cheesecake with caramel sauce. Service was wonderful as always. Very attentive, friendly, gracious. Cesarina is such a neighborhood gem!
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FAQs

Cesarina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 226-6222.

Cesarina is rated 4.8 stars by 5739 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 181 times today

4161 Voltaire St, Ste B, San Diego, CA 92107

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Cross street
Catalina Blvd
Neighborhood
Ocean Beach
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We know how challenging it is to find parking and truly appreciate your patience and understanding. VALET PARKING is available in front of the restaurant, Thursday to Sunday, from 4:30pm to 10pm GUEST PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4154 Voltaire St NOT AVAILABLE DURING VALET HOURS PAID PUBLIC PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4148 Voltaire St, next to the “ MATT KALLA INSURANCE AGENCY”
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.cesarinarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(619) 226-6222
Catering
We offer Catering options for parties of 20 guests or more. To inquire about our Catering options, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours
Private party facilities
For all parties of more than 8 guests, we only offer private dining. To inquire about our Private dining option, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours

Cesarina

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