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La Pastaia, San Diego, CA

La Pastaia

4.2
4.2
312 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Upon stepping into La Pastaia, you’ll be greeted by an inviting ambiance that seamlessly combines modern elegance with rustic charm. The cozy and friendly environment creates an ideal setting for an enchanting culinary experience. From homemade pasta tossed in flavorful sauces to mouthwatering wood-fired pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients, our menu offers a wide range of classic Italian dishes prepared with a contemporary flair. La Pastaia is the brainchild of a dynamic duo whose expertise and love for the culinary

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 272-0157
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Danilo Gagliano
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your next event
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant and each of its spaces are available for private or semi-private events. Perfect for Baby/Bridal Showers, Wedding Brunch, and more!

What 312 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Pastaia offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "amazing service" and "wonderful food." Guests rave about "fantastic happy hour" specials and "excellent" homemade pasta. The restaurant's ambiance is described as "lovely" and "tastefully decorated," making it perfect for both casual meals and special occasions. The attentive staff contribute to a memorable visit.

312 Reviews
  1. Carolyn

    Orlando

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Staff was attentive and service was prompt.Pasta overcooked and had no flavor.

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  2. Gwen

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a holiday, so a limited menu, which is to be expected. However, the fungi/truffle pasta lacked flavor. The pasta itself was tender and nicely cooked. The salmon risotto was good, but the portion was small for the value. We've eaten here multiple times, and were always happy with the food. The restaurant wasn't overly crowded, more like a typical weekend, so we were surprised at the lackluster food. The service was great. Friendly staff.

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  3. Steve

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Party of 12 - great service - food came out for everyone at the same time - loved the calamari app and the rice balls for appetizers. The eggplant, carbonara and beef pasta dishes were liked by all. The pasta is all fresh and hold the sauces perfectly. Get the special pasta made in the cheese wheel - delicious. Tried the canoli and chocolate gelato for desert both good - Canoli was top notch. We will defiantly be back. A+

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  4. VICKI

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place never disappoints. Love the beautiful decor, great service and amazing food. I always bring girlfriends here for birthday dinners, love to introduce it to new people.

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  5. tina

    San Diego

    165 reviews

    3.0

    165 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We enjoyed our meal at La Pastaia. Our first visit with friends. No complaints at all about food and service. Very tasty dishes and abundant portions of pasta; every one loved their pasta. However, lower lighting in the dining room would make the room feel warm and attractive, way too bright in there for evening dining. Also, the restroom was quite disheveled and needs to be cleaned or fixed up a bit. It can be an old restroom and still be clean. That left me with the feeling that maybe there's a dirty kitchen, etc. Again, the food and service - excellent.

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  6. Irving

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was not very good, cold, and tasteless. Service was good.

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  7. Mary

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant place with good service and delicious food ,

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  8. Lillian

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My son and I had a late lunch on Christmas Day. From the time we were seated, to the time we left, we felt we had enjoyed a fine dining experience. The food was exceptional. Our servers, Maya in particular, made us feel welcomed throughout our meal.

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  9. Solangel

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect, the Food is delicious and the ambience

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  10. Maryl

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The prixe fix was priced at $50 for the Christmas Eve dinner, the food offered seemed sub par yet priced higher than their normal menu. Some of the food tasted pre packaged and had similar flavors to Costco brands which did not feel special nor equivalent to the price. The server started out strong but they were quickly overwhelmed through the evening leaving us sitting between courses with no food or drink for 35 minutes. They left their patio doors open to a cold night leaving the dining room cold, most diners had winter jackets on while eating. Staff were stressed and it seemed poorly run for a busy evening. Ambience and decor are lovely, lots of potential here, they need to stick to their regular menu.

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La Pastaia is rated 4.2 stars by 312 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for La Pastaia

3055 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mt Macadia Blvd
  • Area
    Bay Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    yes one block over
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Danilo Gagliano
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (619) 272-0157
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your next event
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant and each of its spaces are available for private or semi-private events. Perfect for Baby/Bridal Showers, Wedding Brunch, and more!
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