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Cesarina

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 188 times today

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 Gourmand
2023
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand
2022

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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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

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 5,449 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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 its "incredible food" and "courteous staff," offering a charming blend of authentic Italian flavors and whimsical ambiance. Guests rave about the "best pasta in San Diego" and commend the "amazing service" and "beautiful decor." A must-visit for fresh, homemade pastas and delightful desserts like table-side tiramisu.

5,449 Reviews

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Brigitte
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently delicious Very happy Will definitely return
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Suzanne
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Second time I have been there and looking forward to going back again.
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Erika
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very cute place, great food & drinks! Will be going again for a date night.
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Kathy
Indiana
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Emerald, was amazing. She was knowledgable about the menu and gave us suggestions based on our diets. The food was fantastic, served quickly and seasoned to perfection. We enjoyed our visit and if we lived in San Diego we’d be here weekly!
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Katie
San Diego
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We sat outside at 4:30 on Sunny afternoon and froze!! In spite of heaters the wind whistled through the openings in the slats that surround the patio space. Bottom line: wear ski clothes to sit outside OR reserve early enough (atleast two weeks) to sit inside during the winter months.
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Giselle
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing it was a wonderful experience and the cheesecake was delicious!
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Fareed
San Diego
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Delays in being seated, greeted by server as well as getting drinks, starters and salad. Then, a bit rushed to finish the first course as the entrees were ready. The back area heating lamps didn’t all work unfortunately and made the patio area a bit too cold. Food was good including tagliata and octopus.
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Tianna
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing! Drinks were really good too!
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Daniel
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The scampi pasta was out of this world and a known favorite!
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Pam
San Diego
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had out-of-state company, and where better to go for a memorable dinner than Cesarina. We were seated on the side outside patio- it's lovely with lots of plants. Although it was a cold evening, the patio was very comfortable with the patio heaters and they even had blankets available if people got a chill. Classy and perfect. My husband and I wanted to leave room for the fabulous desserts so shared a Caprese salad to start. OMG! Such creamy and fresh burrata on heirloom tomatoes and very high quality balsamic. Delicious! We all had pastas, a hard decision on which one to get always. While one of my favorites is always the gnocchi with funghi sauce, I opted for the seasonal butternut ravioli with butter and sage for the sauce. It was perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, and the Barbera that the server suggested was perfect for it too. Yum. We finished the meal by sharing the tiramisu made tableside. I can't imagine how they are able to make Lady Fingers that melt in your mouth - the fresh ones at the base of the tiramisu topped by the expresso, mound of delicious puffy pastry cream and lots of chocolate make a dessert to remember. Such a delicious dinner, and reliably so. I have never had a bad, or even average, meal here. A favorite from the time they opened, and they just keep getting better.
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FAQs

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

Cesarina is rated 4.9 stars by 5449 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 188 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

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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MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

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What 5,449 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

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How is Cesarina restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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