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Elvira, San Diego, CA

Elvira

4.9 (547)
$30 and under
Italian
4996 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107-1311

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 54 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Benvenuti Nella Mia Cucina, Belli De Nonna! Before we dive into the delicious feast prepared for you, let me give you a little taste of my vita. I was born in the heart of Rome, and I've been cooking up a storm my entire life! My cucina has always been the center of the universe for my 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, their friends, loved ones, and acquaintances – everyone was always Benvenuto!

Now, we've brought that same love and flavor right here to San Diego. My beloved grandson, Niccolo', and his amore, Cesarina, are opening the doors of my Cucina with the same warm heart and passion.

Wondering how I made it to 95? Well, it's simple: I ate everything that's served here and filled my life with amore! So, Benvenuti! Don't hesitate to indulge in "Scarpetta" - dip that bread into the sauce, just like my grandchildren used to do at the stove when they thought I wasn't looking.

Here, Belli De Nonna, it’s all about food, family, and creating beautiful memories!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 547 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Italian

  • San Diego

    Best Service

  • San Diego

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Elvira is a standout dining destination in San Diego, offering "incredible food" with "amazing flavors" and a "cozy Italian vibe." Guests praise the "fantastic service," and the "warm, welcoming atmosphere." Perfect for special occasions, it's celebrated for its "authentic Italian cuisine" and "impeccable service." Highly recommended!
547 Reviews
  1. Alan

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dining experience at Elvira's. We were there to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Our server, Soleil, offered us a complimentary glass of Prosecco to celebrate the evening which was very sweet. The atmosphere was great and felt like we were in Italy. Everything from the appetizers to dessert were fabulous. I had the daily special pasta and my wife had the Rigatoni Alla Norcina. We saved room for dessert and so glad we did. It was delicious. I highly recommend a visit and we plan on returning. The whole staff was friendly and amazing. Thank you for making our evening special.

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  2. Jerry

    Las Vegas1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Very disappointed in service. We waited for about one hour for our entree’s before deciding to leave. Never received our entree’s

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  3. Sydney

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, the food, the details. 10/10 in all categories.

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  4. megan

    San Diego6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to Elvira to celebrate my friends birthday, and it was a great night! They were running 30 min late for our reservation, but brought us drinks to sip on as we waited, which I appreciated. The food was amazing, our waiter was cracking us up the entire time, and the wine selection is really good. They treated us to a dessert for my friends bday, and took a cute Polaroid pic of us to take home. We are excited to go back and try their brunch!

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  5. Emily

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here for our anniversary dinner and had a magical time! The fettuccine dishes were incredible and flavors were amazing. We had an affogato as well and were so happy with it! Service was so warm and welcoming. They create such a transporting atmosphere! Very romantic and fun.

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  6. Maya

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic as always. Unique flavors with the honey on the 4 formaggi pizza. Service was great. The servers here are ALWAYS kind, informative, and attentive. I truly love it here.

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  7. Tim

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Server was eager to please and on top of everything.

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  8. Ryan

    Seattle1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Cute but a bit overpriced. I think we could cook better Italian food at home but their cocktails are incredible.

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  9. John VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best overall restaurant experience we’ve had in a long time. Staff are welcoming and friendly, timing of course delivery was right on (a skill lacking at many restaurants these days), food was excellent.

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  10. Felicia VIP

    San Diego17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! What a gem of a place. I liked it so much, I just booked it for Mother's Day! The food was incredible. Our waiter, Luis, was the funniest, most charming guy. Had a lot of fun with my girlfriends!!

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 54 times today
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4996 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107-1311

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ocean Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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