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Cesarina, San Diego, CA
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Cesarina

$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 169 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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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Why we love it

Executive chef: Cesarina Mezzoni

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

    2023

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

    2022

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 12:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–20:30 Fri–Sun 15:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (619) 226-6222
  • 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
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,304 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Italian

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

  • San Diego

    Italian

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

5,304 Reviews
  1. Bree

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, love spending birthdays here

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I truly was expecting the food to be excellent, unfortunately everything tasted very one note and was too salty, and the pasta was overcooked. The ambiance was very nice.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Initial service was slow.

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  4. Adam

    San Diego

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed a wonderful meal out on the patio. Superb service; great food, loved the experience. Great presentation of tiramisu for dessert; don’t miss out.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for my partner’s bday we were very excited to try the pastas and get some bday tiramisu! However, the day we went a car crash happened and hit the power generator that controlled cesarina’s power. We got our pasta just minutes before this happened, it was delicious, exceeded expectations food wise. However, our meal was cut short due to the restaurant not having power, they had to tell the chefs to leave the kitchen in case a gas leak were to occur, as a result, no bday tiramisu since there were no more chefs in the restaurant to prepare food :(( However, they did offer to give us tiramisu on our next visit lol. Everyone was trying to finish their meals with their phone flashlights. Def an interesting way to celebrate a 21st birthday, service was pretty good but couldve been more welcoming imo. My biggest takeaway is that food was delicious!!

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  6. Timothy

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience celebrating our anniversary, Tommy and the rest of the staff made it special. Food was outstanding!

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  7. Karen

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we ordered was delicious and unique in its own way. Unfortunately we left one of our leftovers on the table and when we went back a few minutes later, it was already thrown out. Since only half was eaten, it made that entree particularly expensive. Our fault, but maybe they could hold them a little longer?

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  8. David

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome pasta and cocktails! Highly recommend the Spritz cocktail. One of our party has a gluten allergy and they did a great job accommodating!!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! Beautiful ambiance, and great cocktails.

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  10. TT

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful neighbourhood restaurant with authentic quality food, friendly service and great ambience.

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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 5304 OpenTable diners.

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 169 times today

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Google Map for Cesarina

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
  • Area
    Ocean Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–20:30 Fri–Sun 15:00–21:30
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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
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