Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

4.5

627 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

Located in the heart of Downtown San Diego near the marina district, Salvatore's inspired by the elegant minimalist details of nature. Salvatores is walking distance from the San Diego convention center and downtown hotel/resort district. The kitchen draws influence from the shores of the Mediterranean and Italy, while creating a visionary express of flavorful and modern California Mediterranean cuisine. Salvatores San Diego embodies a multi-sensory culinary sanctuary for our guests to escape, disconnect and have a great time. EUDAIMONIA' the contended, happy state you feel when you travel.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Californian, Modern Tuscan
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 11:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(619) 332-3140
Website
http://salvatoressandiego.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We have a private room to entertain special corporate events or simply special occasions

Location
750 Front St, San Diego, CA 92101-6003
Neighborhood
Downtown
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Years Eve Burlesque Dinner $100 PP (6-8pm)
$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening at Salvatore’s San Diego! Enjoy a festive celebration featuring a special 3-course menu, along with a burlesque show crafted to delight your senses and toast to new beginnings. Cheers $50.00 DEPOSIT WILL BE TAKEN FOR EACH PERSON AT THE TIME OF BOOKING AND WILL BE APPLIED TO YOUR CHECK. $120.00 Per person with a bottle of champagne (per couple) 1st Course options. Hamachi Crudo Butternut squash cream-soup Caesar Salad Mushroom carnitas Sope 2nd Course Options. (Entree) Braised short Rib Airline chicken breast Lobster Ravioli Filet Mignon Add Lobster tail +$18. 3rd Course (dessert) Skillet Cookie Fior di Latte gelato Creme Brulee Tiramisu Espresso-soaked, mascarpone, cocoa.
New Years Eve Dinner $80 PP (4-6pm)
$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening at Salvatore’s San Diego! Enjoy a festive celebration featuring a special 3-course menu, crafted to delight your senses and toast to new beginnings. Cheers to a delicious year ahead! $50.00 DEPOSIT WILL BE TAKEN FOR EACH PERSON AT THE TIME OF BOOKING AND WILL BE APPLIED TO YOUR CHECK. 1st Course options Hamachi Crudo Butternut squash cream-soup Caesar Salad Mushroom carnitas Sope 2nd Course Options. (Entree) Braised short Rib Airline chicken breast Lobster Ravioli Filet Mignon Add Lobster tail +$18. 3rd Course (dessert) Skillet Cookie Fior di Latte gelato Creme Brulee Tiramisu Espresso-soaked, mascarpone, cocoa.

Popular dishes

FRIED OLIVES$10.00
Whipped Ricotta, Saffron Honey, Paprika Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
FRIED GNOCCHI$10.00
Parmesan, Sage, Malt Vinegar Aioli
BRUSSEL SPROUTS$10.00
Pomegranate, Sweet & Spicy Aioli
CHEESE PLATE$23.00
Three Cheese Varieties, Honeycomb, Raisins, Toasted Almonds, Pickled Fennel, Toasted French Baguette
BURRATA$19.00
Caprese Burrata Cheese, Heirloom Tomato, Pesto, Balsamic Glaze, EVOO
OCTOPUS$25.00
Peewee Potatoes, Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Caper Berries, Lemon Juice, Micro Greens
YELLOWTAIL CRUDO$20.00
Chili Oil, Fresno Pepper, Citrus Ponzu
SMOKED SALMON CRUDO$18.00
Serrano Chili, Micro Greens, Fried Capers, Lemon, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
ADD PROSCIUTTO$7.00

SALADS

BRUSSEL SPROUTS$10.00
Pomegranate, Sweet & Spicy Aioli
CAESAR SALAD$12.00
Parmesan Reggiano, Breadcrumbs, Toasted Pumpkin Seed, Watermelon Radish
WATERMELON SALAD$13.00
Baby Greens, Chili Lime Vinaigrette, Pistachios, Feta

PASTA

MUSHROOM PASTA$28.00
Fettuccine, English Peas, Mustard Frill, Bread Crumbs
- ADD CHICKEN$8.00
- ADD SHRIMP$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)$8.00
BEEF BOLOGNESE$15.00
Rigatoni, Pecorino, Chives
SEAFOOD PASTA$38.00
Linguine, Mussels, Verjus, Roasted Tomato
- ADD CHICKEN$8.00
- ADD SHRIMP$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)$8.00
SPICY RIGATONI$17.00
Spicy Vodka Tomato Sauce, Mascarpone, Romano Cheese, Basil
LINGUINE AL PESTO$28.00
Linguine Pasta, Sautéed Chicken, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Pesto, Cream
- ADD CHICKEN$8.00
- ADD SHRIMP$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)$8.00
RAVIOLI$36.00
Lobster, Shrimp, Cheese, Tomato Basil Cream Sauce
- ADD CHICKEN$8.00
- ADD SHRIMP$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)$8.00

PIZZA

MARGHERITA PIZZA$18.00
Fior di Latte, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
SUMMER TRUFFLE PIZZA$32.00
Asiago Cheese, Fontina Cheese, Truffle Oil, Truffle Salt, Shaved Summer Truffle
ARUGULA & PROSCIUTTO PIZZA$22.00
Fontina, Asiago, Pickled Shallots, Arugula, Prociutto
PEPPERONI PIZZA$17.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Fontina, Parmesan, Oregano, Artisanal Pepperoni
ITALIAN SAUSAGE PIZZA$15.00
Roasted Onion, Smoked Mozzarella, Fennel Sausage
TO GO PEPPERONI$10.00

MAIN ENTREES

CHICKEN PARMAGIANA$28.00
Breaded Chicken Breast, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella, Rigatoni Marinara
ROASTED CHICKEN$32.00
Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots, White Balsamic
STRIPE BASS$38.00
Fava Bean Puree, Cannellini Beans, Bacon Vinaigrette, Fried Kale
LAMB CHOPS$42.00
Fregula, Sultanas, Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade
8OZ FILET$50.00
Smoked EVOO, Asparagus, Tomatoes, Mashed Potatoes

What 627 people are saying

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with live entertainment, making it a perfect spot for those seeking a lively night out. Guests rave about the "amazing drinks" and attentive servers like Caesar. While opinions on the food vary, standout dishes include the vodka sauce rigatoni and yellowtail crudo.

627 Reviews

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Michael
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We came to Salvatore's (reservation made prior) after attending a performance at the SD Civic Theatre. It was a Sunday afternoon, so there were minimal patrons. It was in between lunch and dinner (3-4 pm) and there was "technically" no service. That didn't matter. One of the managers bartenders, Tommy, was very hospitable to my wife (her B-day) and I, inviting us to sit anywhere and wait. We chose the bar and he offered us a cocktail and engaged in friendly conversation about the restaurant and most anything else. Afterwards, we were seated at a quiet booth. Overall, the drinks, food, service and ambience were excellent. We were very relaxed and lingered for a couple of hours. It was a very positive experience and we plan on returning again as well as inviting good friends to join us.
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Lia
Denver
52 reviews
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Brought a small group from work for a nice casual dinner and the food was absolutely terrific. Very inventive, focused on fresh ingredients and creative variations of classic Italian dishes. The menu has something to please every taste and dietary habit with a nice selection of starters and small plates in particular. Our server was lovely and tried hard but was overworked for the number of customers and struggled a bit to keep up. On this particular night, it seemed like the supply chain was not our friend: they were out of an unusually high number of basics -- couldn't make three of their specialty cocktails, were out of a major salad item, some entree limitations, etc... seemed like everything we ordered was out and we had to re-organize our choices more than a usual situation. That said, the food, was spectacular, decently priced for San Diego, and the servings were generous. The staff were very pleasant and the environment was really nice - pleasant seating, good lighting, and a nice vibe. Would definitely return when in the area and hope that the delivery trucks show up !
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Barbara
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it! We will definitely be back for the RnB with Love Brunch!
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Tyler
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and the food is good for sure. Nice environment to enjoy a date or host a company dinner.
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Kelly
Detroit
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Food was great but the service was lacking. Our server rarely came by or asked about payment or food preferences for our group.
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Wally
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food! However, our server could have done better if they listened more and talked less. When we ordered the appetizers, only one of the three dishes were ordered so we sat there sharing Gnocchi. Besides, that , great experience overall. I will still come back!
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JOSE MIGUEL
VIP
Mexico City
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
No había café en el desayuno y no había todo lo que decía en el menú. Nos fuimos.
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Sean
VIP
San Diego
37 reviews
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Second time we have been there, both times for dinner, one weekday and one weekend. Both times a disappointment. Then fun “vibe” we see on IG we must be getting unlucky because it’s pretty dead and quiet there. Food is decent but nothing has jumped out as outstanding.
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chris
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are at the bar and Tommy the bartender was amazing. Best in class service. We were celebrating a birthday and he made us feel so welcome and taken care of. The food and drink were equally as amazing.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
really good ravioli but very overpriced. menu says it has shrimp, it does not. drink was okay, cheese board was good but the cheese selection wasn’t great. i wouldn’t come again but i didn’t hate my experience. the service was also weird/a bit flippant.
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FAQs

Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 332-3140.

Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge is rated 4.5 stars by 627 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

750 Front St, San Diego, CA 92101-6003

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 11:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Californian, Modern Tuscan
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://salvatoressandiego.com/
Phone number
(619) 332-3140
Private party facilities
We have a private room to entertain special corporate events or simply special occasions

Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

New Years Eve Burlesque Dinner $100 PP (6-8pm)

New Years Eve Dinner $80 PP (4-6pm)

Brussels Sprouts

Ravioli

Steak & Eggs

STARTERS

FRIED OLIVES$10.00

FRIED GNOCCHI$10.00

BRUSSEL SPROUTS$10.00

CHEESE PLATE$23.00

BURRATA$19.00

OCTOPUS$25.00

YELLOWTAIL CRUDO$20.00

SMOKED SALMON CRUDO$18.00

ADD PROSCIUTTO$7.00

SALADS

BRUSSEL SPROUTS$10.00

CAESAR SALAD$12.00

WATERMELON SALAD$13.00

PASTA

MUSHROOM PASTA$28.00

BEEF BOLOGNESE$15.00

SEAFOOD PASTA$38.00

SPICY RIGATONI$17.00

LINGUINE AL PESTO$28.00

RAVIOLI$36.00

PIZZA

MARGHERITA PIZZA$18.00

SUMMER TRUFFLE PIZZA$32.00

ARUGULA & PROSCIUTTO PIZZA$22.00

PEPPERONI PIZZA$17.00

ITALIAN SAUSAGE PIZZA$15.00

TO GO PEPPERONI$10.00

MAIN ENTREES

CHICKEN PARMAGIANA$28.00

ROASTED CHICKEN$32.00

STRIPE BASS$38.00

LAMB CHOPS$42.00

8OZ FILET$50.00

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