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Antica Trattoria, La Mesa, CA

Antica Trattoria

4.8
4.8
2341 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Antica Trattoria is a warm restaurant with an old-fashioned sense of hospitality that quickly became a gathering place for dinners in Lake Murray and the rest of San Diego when it opened in 2001. For Executive Chef and Owner Francesco Basile, good cuisine is about honest flavors, fresh ingredients, and simplicity. That's the kind of food he grew up eating by the seaside in Sicily and it's what he learned in culinary school in Italy.

Why eat ordinary when you can eat extraordinary?

About reservations: We have a 15-minute grace period. Please call us if you will be running later than 15 minutes. If a later time slot is available, you may be able to switch your reservation.

We may contact you, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date. Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 30 minutes for parties of up to 4 guests; 2 hours for parties of 5 to 8 guests; and 2 hours 30 minutes for parties of 9+. We cannot guarantee special request for tables.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 16:30–21:00
  • Phone number
    (619) 463-9919
  • Website
    http://www.anticatrattoria.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Francesco Basile
  • Catering
    Antica Trattoria provides a wide range of catering solutions. From simple dishes that can be picked up at our restaurant and served family style to in house banquets for wedding receptions and many other important events. off premise company or family events are also available. we offer preset catering and banquet menu options at www.anticatrattoria.com<br /><br />Chef Francesco Basile can always tailor a menu that fits your budget and specific catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant is available for private events. depending on the number of guest, time and date of the week a buy-out fee will be included.Over the years we have cater to corporate events, family gatherings and fund raisers.
  • Location
    5654 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
  • Area
    La Mesa
  • Cross Street
    Baltimore Ave
  • Parking Details
    We are located in a strip mall that has large capacity
  • Public Transit
    MTS San Diego 854 and 14
  • Entertainment
    Tenor Rosario Monetti our Opera singing bar keeper enjoys performing for our guest during dinner and is available for private events
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,341 people are saying

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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • East County

    Best Overall

  • East County

    Best Food

  • East County

    Best Service

  • East County

    Best Ambience

  • East County

    Best Value

  • East County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East County

    Great for fine wines

  • East County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East County

    Most Booked

2,341 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service, ambience.

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  2. Jim

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food . Nice location . Consistant. Friendly service

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  3. Ronald

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in SD. Been going there since opening 20 plus years ago.

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  4. Danny

    San Diego

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Friendly service. Wonderful customer service and decor

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  5. Chris

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Really good attentive service even though they were understaffed. I would suggest always booking as it’s a popular Italian Restaurant.

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  6. russell

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and atmosphere were amazing. Definitely will continue to be one of our families favorite places to eat.

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  7. Char

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was on point, they have specials which were out of this world. Great place and fabulous staff!

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  8. ellie

    Baltimore

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love coming here!! It quickly became my favorite Italian place in San Diego. The pasta is unmatched, always so delicious. You have to try the mussels as well, my partner and I eat every last drop. Service is always outstanding. I don’t remember our server’s name but she has red hair and is just so incredibly nice, professional, and attentive. Thank you for always being a wonderful experience!!

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  9. Sandy

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 26 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food with wonderful service and great surroundings!

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  10. Michael

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 20 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic! I love their specials. They are always unique and expertly crafted! We had the Swordfish and the Black Squid Pasta. Delicious!

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FAQs

Antica Trattoria offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Antica Trattoria also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 463-9919.

Antica Trattoria is rated 4.8 stars by 2341 OpenTable diners.

Antica Trattoria does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today

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Google Map for Antica Trattoria

5654 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Baltimore Ave
  • Area
    La Mesa
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 16:30–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    We are located in a strip mall that has large capacity
  • Public Transit
    MTS San Diego 854 and 14
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Francesco Basile
  • Entertainment
    Tenor Rosario Monetti our Opera singing bar keeper enjoys performing for our guest during dinner and is available for private events
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.anticatrattoria.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 463-9919
  • Catering
    Antica Trattoria provides a wide range of catering solutions. From simple dishes that can be picked up at our restaurant and served family style to in house banquets for wedding receptions and many other important events. off premise company or family events are also available. we offer preset catering and banquet menu options at www.anticatrattoria.com<br /><br />Chef Francesco Basile can always tailor a menu that fits your budget and specific catering needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant is available for private events. depending on the number of guest, time and date of the week a buy-out fee will be included.Over the years we have cater to corporate events, family gatherings and fund raisers.

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