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Vigiluccis-cucina - Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana, Carlsbad, CA

Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana

4.8
4.8
2750 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
Nestled in the heart of downtown Carlsbad, Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana offers fabulous Northern Italian cuisine and award-winning service. Enjoy lunch on the outdoor patio or start the evening off at their full-service bar before dinner. A great place for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, a company party or special event. Each of Vigilucci's three locations offer a notable wine menu, made from scratch pastas and sauces, fresh seafood specials, salads, prime steaks, chicken and veal dishes.
For off-site events and parties contact Cater. Vigiluccis.com
Catering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years,
Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 434-2500
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Ibara
  • Catering
    We have over two decades of experience catering a wide variety of occasions and offer a variety of custom catering options and enjoy working with special requests. We are confident in preparing cuisine to your pleasure.
  • Private party facilities
    A gem in the heart of Carlsbad Village. Modern Italian cuisine, steak and seafood, this location has seating up to 160 persons as a buy out. The PDR is available for groups up to 40 as semi private or private space for group dining with set menus and food and beverage minimums.
  • Private party contact
    Event Manager: (760) 576-8947
  • Area
    Carlsbad
  • Cross Street
    Carlsbad Village Dr.
  • Parking details
    Parking on State Street in front of the restaurant can be quite busy during peak times. There is additional parking behind the restaurant and adjacent streets in the village.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 2,750 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • North San Diego

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana in Carlsbad offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service" and "beautifully prepared Italian food." Guests rave about the authentic cuisine, extensive wine selection, and memorable ambiance. With attentive staff like Blake and Angelo, this restaurant is perfect for special occasions or a refined evening out.

2,750 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    VIP

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good meal and excellent service at Vigilucci’s. We made a reservation the day of and got lucky to have a nice NYE dinner. We highly recommend.

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  2. Coby

    VIP

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I celebrated New Year’s Eve at Vigilucci’s, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, perfectly setting the tone for the evening. The service was impeccable—our server was attentive, friendly, and made excellent recommendations. The team worked seamlessly to ensure every detail of the night was flawless, even with the festive rush. As for the food, it was nothing short of spectacular. The highlight for me was the Penne alla Vodka con Porcini which was cooked to perfection and paired beautifully with the wine our server recommended. The desserts were the perfect ending to the meal. The tiramisu was heavenly. If you’re looking for an authentic Italian dining experience with top-notch service, Vigilucci’s is the place to go.

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  3. constance

    VIP

    San Diego

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    always a winner! menu, cocktails, service always 5 star!!!

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  4. Joan

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Arrived at the restaurant and was told my reservation had been made late ?? and so we couldn’t sit in the dining room( either bar or outside. Sat at a tiny table in the bar; very unsatisfactory. Poor attitude on their part. Service was ok and food ok but we got a bad feeling as to how we were treated when arriving.

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  5. Stephanie

    VIP

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service! The staff were attentive and made good recommendations.

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  6. Jim

    Palm Springs

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our go to place for a good Italian dinner. The cioppino is a favorite of our family, but check out the veal and specials too. The wine list is decent, and there’s a list of specialty cocktails as well. Staff is friendly and attentive. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

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  7. sally

    Phoenix

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous. Excellent food and extensive wine offerings.

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  8. Jill

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    We were seated in an ugly outdoor tight space in the alley out back. Trains went by every 25 minutes blasting their horns. We had a reservation and should have been seated inside. It was Christmas Eve and the restaurant was packed and chaotic. Too, bad.

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  9. Fernanda

    VIP

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    La comida nada especial y nos pusieron en el patio trasero donde pasaba muy seguido el tren, hacía frío pero al prender las linternas tan cercanas a las mesas era extremadamente incómodo Pero me imagino que fue por las fechas.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Made reservations a week ago. Showed up with the wife and daughter for Christmas Eve dressed nicely. We were seated in the alley with walk ins. Live local and haven’t had a good experience at this place yet. Not coming back.

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FAQs

Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 434-2500.

Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana is rated 4.8 stars by 2750 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 12 times today

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Google Map for Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana

2943 State St., Carlsbad, CA 92008

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Carlsbad Village Dr.
  • Area
    Carlsbad
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking on State Street in front of the restaurant can be quite busy during peak times. There is additional parking behind the restaurant and adjacent streets in the village.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Ibara
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (760) 434-2500
  • Catering
    We have over two decades of experience catering a wide variety of occasions and offer a variety of custom catering options and enjoy working with special requests. We are confident in preparing cuisine to your pleasure.
  • Private party facilities
    A gem in the heart of Carlsbad Village. Modern Italian cuisine, steak and seafood, this location has seating up to 160 persons as a buy out. The PDR is available for groups up to 40 as semi private or private space for group dining with set menus and food and beverage minimums.
  • Private party contact
    Event Manager: (760) 576-8947
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