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A photo of Acqua E Farina Trattoria Romana restaurant
1. Acqua E Farina Trattoria Romana
4.3
Awesome(44)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Chula Vista / Bonita
Booked 7 times today
Start your day with a delightful brunch at Farmers Table Chula Vista and then indulge in a delicious Trattoria Romana experience at Acqua e Farina by night! 🍽️❤️✨At Acqua E Farina, we bring you a modern take on authentic Italian cuisine. Our menu features homemade pastas crafted with love, along with Grandma's cherished meatball recipe that will transport you to Italy with every bite. Indulge in traditional dishes, including classics like Parmigiana, Brazatto, homemade pizzas and stuffed pizzas as well, our famous Parmesan wheel pastas, each prepared with the finest ingredients and attention to detail. To complement your visit at Acqua E Farina, we offer a full bar featuring a delightful selections of cocktails designed to bring friends together. Enjoy refreshing Aperol spritzers, an array of flavorful sangrias, and dont miss our signature Espresso Martini. We also proudly showcase a selection of exquisite Italian wines to enhance your dining experience.
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2. Kalaveras - Chula Vista
4.3
Awesome(117)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Chula Vista / Bonita
Booked 9 times today
We're creating a new concept of modern rustic dining with a fusion of traditional and vanguard Mexican ingredients. Our food is chef-driven, using classic cooking techniques with fresher and healthier options. We're elevating bold, authentic flavors and presenting a new way of eating. In the bar you'll find over 90 different tequilas and Mezcal spirits.
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3. Garbatella
4.4
Awesome(296)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Ysidro
Booked 19 times today
Come Try Our Brunch Saturdays & Sundays 9:00AM - 12:30PMWe are proud to share our journey which is Garbatella Osteria Bar. As the first US-based concept from husband-wife duo Saul Plata and his wife Carelma Rodriguez, as well as his partner Antonio and Diana, Garbatella Osteria in Otay Ranch, is the coming together of cultures, of travels, and of a lifetime of experiences. The Italian menu is crafted to reflect the authentic Italian flavors of Antonio’s childhood with recipes he has loved and cooked for decades.We are thrilled to call Chula Vista home and root ourselves here. Again, benvenuti, welcome, to Garbatella Osteria Italian restaurant.
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4. Pizzo's Pizzeria 2 at Millenia Otay Ranch
4.7
Exceptional(266)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • San Ysidro
Booked 26 times today
Located in the Millenia Otay Ranch, this eatery offers Neapolitan pizzas, cocktails, wine & salads, plus outdoor seating. Pizzo's Pizzeria offers a full Italian menu and serves the Otay Ranch area. area with dine-in options, online ordering and pickup.
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5. Buona Forchetta
4.7
Exceptional(896)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Park
Booked 89 times today
Buona Forchetta, meaning 'Good Fork' in Italian, is an authentic Italian restaurant. It was started by Matteo who wanted to bring his native Italy to San Diego. Customers praise its 'excellent and authentic Italian experience' with simple recipes that 'takes me back to all my travels to Italy'. The restaurant is highly recommended for its 'authentic and delicious' food, 'vibrant atmosphere' and 'excellent service'.
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6. Garage Buona Forchetta
4.6
Exceptional(947)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Coronado
Booked 62 times today
Authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria & Italian Ristorante in Coronado, San Diego, California.
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7. Cori Pastificio Trattoria
4.8
Exceptional(665)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Park
Booked 32 times today
Acclaimed Sicilian Chef Accursio Lota serves up authentic cuisine in a cozy 60's-style Italian trattoria. Voted San Diego's Best Chef five years in a row, and Barilla’s World Pasta Champion, at Cori Trattoria Chef Lota serves up beautifully bold dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas and Beef Bone Marrow, and an unbelievably rich Vegan Parmigiana di Melanzane. The menu melds the flavors of Sicily and Italy with the best of fresh, locally-sourced Southern California ingredients, and is matched by a curated wine list and cocktail program that include indigenous, bio-dynamic varietals from all Italy. The current Spring menu features dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas, fava bean, and beef bone marrow, and Cacio e Pepe with sustainably-sourced Petrovich caviar.Enjoy full-service table seating, grab a place at the marble-topped bar, from which you can watch all the action of your meal being prepared in the open kitchen or just order your meal to enjoy at home with your family.
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8. Callie Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(377)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown
Booked 69 times today
Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.
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9. Cloak + Petal
4.7
Exceptional(1005)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Little Italy
Booked 48 times today
WELCOME TO CLOAK & PETAL!Where we invite you to journey into a place of both intimacy and companionshipOur concept is drawn from our name. The word “cloak” implies secrecy, inspiring our concept of a social sphere humming beneath the levels of ordinary life. “Petal” alludes to the Japanese tradition of “hanami,” when family and friends gather under blooming cherry blossoms to savor food, drinks and fellowship.Enter our space and travel underground to décor reminiscent of an abandoned Tokyo subway, a stratum of society all its own, an artist’s dream. Cross the threshold into a mystically transformed Japanese social dining lounge which appears to be an outdoor seating area, similar to a waiting platform. Sit beneath a trellis of draping vines and teardrop lights in the intimate space we’ve thoughtfully created, and feast on authentic Japanese sushi, appetizers, small plates and drinks with family and friends.Journey down to Cloak + Petal… and come unwind your soul.
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10. Ciccia Osteria
4.7
Exceptional(233)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Barrio Logan
Booked 46 times today
Nestled in Barrio Logan, San Diego, Ciccia Osteria is a charming Italian restaurant that invites guests on a culinary journey through Italy. With its warm ambiance, attentive service, and exquisite cuisine, Ciccia Osteria is a beloved destination. Notably, it has won the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024Entering Ciccia Osteria, guests are transported to Italy's bustling trattorias. The cozy interior, with small tables, exposed brick walls, and soft lighting, creates an intimate atmosphere perfect for any occasion.Committed to the finest ingredients and traditional techniques, Ciccia Osteria offers handmade pastas, succulent seafood, and tender meats, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. The curated wine list features Italian and California wines to pair with the menu.Under Chef Mario Cassineri's guidance, Ciccia Osteria is more than a restaurant—it's a destination where guests can savor authentic Italian cuisine and create lasting memories.

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  • KaraVIP
    Las Vegas •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Amazing food! Focaccia and Eva pizza were excellent. Also, their salads are so fresh a nd tasty as a starter or side! Our friends had gnocchi with their Buona Forchetta sauce and would recommend. My kids also love, love, love their fresh fettuccini noodle with butter. Simple but delicious! 😆 Such a warm, cozy experience and great service!
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    Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Park
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    4.7
  • Rome
    San Diego •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Pizzo's never fails. With the prices skyrocketing in San Diego (and probably everywhere in the USA), it is nice to have a reasonably-priced restaurant that delivery good-quality tasty food, in a nice and relaxed atmosphere. Their wines are moderately priced, and they have a decent selection. If you love pizza, you must try the San Miguel (spicy). It’s the reason we go there often. Also, make sure to try the pasta arrabbiata. It is not on the menu, but they will gladly prepare one, and it is delicious. What I love most of Pizzos is that they are consistent. Tasty food and great service, all the time.
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    Pizzo's Pizzeria 2 at Millenia Otay RanchPrice: Moderate• Italian• San Ysidro
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    4.7
  • BeverlyKVIP
    Las Vegas •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Raquel and Carlos provided exceptional service! Food is always great!
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    GarbatellaPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Ysidro
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    4.4
  • JeanVIP
    San Diego •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Delicious food and excellent service. Recommend the steak bistecca, calamari fritti and carbonara
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    Acqua E Farina Trattoria RomanaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Chula Vista / Bonita
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    4.3
  • Demontray
    Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 21 Feb 2025
    Took a while to be greeted at the door but once seated, service was great. It was well suited for our large party. The food was great, drinks were good, food came out fast and it was an overall good time.
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    Kalaveras - Chula VistaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Chula Vista / Bonita
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    4.3

Discover best authentic restaurants in Chula Vista / Bonita

Discover the robust flavors of authentic dining in the vibrant Chula Vista / Bonita area of San Diego, where culinary enthusiasts can savor a variety of genuine culinary experiences. From traditional dishes that have been passed down through generations to innovative meals that blend classic techniques with modern twists, each restaurant offers a unique taste of authenticity. The dining scene here is characterized by its diverse culinary offerings, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the region. Patrons can expect not only exceptional flavors but also warm, inviting atmospheres that truly encapsulate the spirit of the locale. Whether you're in the mood for an intimate dinner or a lively group gathering, the restaurants in Chula Vista / Bonita cater to all occasions with a focus on providing an authentic and memorable dining experience. Each establishment prides itself on delivering excellent service, ensuring a delightful visit tailored to the tastes and preferences of their guests. Explore the authentic dining options in this dynamic area and indulge in a culinary journey that promises to impress.

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