Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

4.5

620 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

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
Area
Downtown / Gaslamp
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Popular dishes

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

SALADS

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

PASTA

MUSHROOM PASTAUS$28.00
Fettuccine, English Peas, Mustard Frill, Bread Crumbs
- ADD CHICKENUS$8.00
- ADD SHRIMPUS$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)US$8.00
BEEF BOLOGNESEUS$15.00
Rigatoni, Pecorino, Chives
SEAFOOD PASTAUS$38.00
Linguine, Mussels, Verjus, Roasted Tomato
- ADD CHICKENUS$8.00
- ADD SHRIMPUS$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)US$8.00
SPICY RIGATONIUS$17.00
Spicy Vodka Tomato Sauce, Mascarpone, Romano Cheese, Basil
LINGUINE AL PESTOUS$28.00
Linguine Pasta, Sautéed Chicken, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Pesto, Cream
- ADD CHICKENUS$8.00
- ADD SHRIMPUS$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)US$8.00
RAVIOLIUS$36.00
Lobster, Shrimp, Cheese, Tomato Basil Cream Sauce
- ADD CHICKENUS$8.00
- ADD SHRIMPUS$10.00
- ADD BIRRIA (Brunch)US$8.00

PIZZA

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

MAIN ENTREES

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

What 620 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge offers an "amazing vibe" with a lively atmosphere and delicious Italian cuisine. Guests rave about the gnocchi, yellowtail crudo, and rigatoni dishes. The service is often described as "impeccable," with standout servers like Cesar. Perfect for a fun night out or a special celebration.

620 Reviews

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JOSE MIGUEL
Mexico City
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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
San Diego
32 reviews
vip
3.0
32 reviews
Dined on 17 November 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 16 November 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 15 November 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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Michael
Phoenix
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful place but I spent 300 dollars 3 main dishes all where not good. The steak had no flavor the special seabass not good the pasta was good and appetizer pctupuss was good
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Natalia
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was good, I liked how hidden the place is and not so loud.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was pretty good. Came to celebrate my fiancés 22nd with some of her friends and they had a great time. Drinks were very good. Fire eater/dancer and music give an amazing memorable experience. Definitely will recommend
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Diane
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 17 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Just the ambiance of the restaurant is exceptional. Food was very good and the service impeccable.
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Heidi
San Diego
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic Italian food! Excellent appetizer of smoked salmon crudo. The pasta with pesto was perfectly cooked. Great bartenders (mixologists). Beautiful restaurant with great ambience. We will be back.
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Nia
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time going and it will not be my last it was amazing food and awesome waitress the ambience was very nice all around !
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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 620 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

750 Front St, San Diego, CA 92101-6003

Additional information

Area
Downtown / Gaslamp
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
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Brussels Sprouts

Ravioli

Steak & Eggs

STARTERS

FRIED OLIVESUS$10.00

FRIED GNOCCHIUS$10.00

BRUSSEL SPROUTSUS$10.00

CHEESE PLATEUS$23.00

BURRATAUS$19.00

OCTOPUSUS$25.00

YELLOWTAIL CRUDOUS$20.00

SMOKED SALMON CRUDOUS$18.00

ADD PROSCIUTTOUS$7.00

SALADS

BRUSSEL SPROUTSUS$10.00

CAESAR SALADUS$12.00

WATERMELON SALADUS$13.00

PASTA

MUSHROOM PASTAUS$28.00

BEEF BOLOGNESEUS$15.00

SEAFOOD PASTAUS$38.00

SPICY RIGATONIUS$17.00

LINGUINE AL PESTOUS$28.00

RAVIOLIUS$36.00

PIZZA

MARGHERITA PIZZAUS$18.00

SUMMER TRUFFLE PIZZAUS$32.00

ARUGULA & PROSCIUTTO PIZZAUS$22.00

PEPPERONI PIZZAUS$17.00

ITALIAN SAUSAGE PIZZAUS$15.00

TO GO PEPPERONIUS$10.00

MAIN ENTREES

CHICKEN PARMAGIANAUS$28.00

ROASTED CHICKENUS$32.00

STRIPE BASSUS$38.00

LAMB CHOPSUS$42.00

8OZ FILETUS$50.00

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