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Antica Trattoria

Name: Antica Trattoria
Address: 5654 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA, United States, 91942
Telephone: (619) 463-9919
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1823 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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Antica Trattoria is a warm restaurant with an old-fashioned sense of hospitality that quickly became a gathering place for dinners in Lake Murray and the rest of San Diego when it opened in 2001. For Executive Chef and Owner Francesco Basile, good cuisine is about honest flavors, fresh ingredients and simplicity. That's the kind of food he grew up eating by the seaside in Sicily and it's what he learned in culinary school in Italy.

Why Eat Ordinary?
when you can eat Extraordinary!

About reservations: We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time.

We may contact you, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date. Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 30 minutes for parties of up to 2; 2 hours for parties up to 4; 2 hours 30 minutes for parties of up to 6; and 3 hours for parties of 7+. We can't guarantee special request for tables.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 26, 2022

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Booked 16 times today

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 463-9919
Website
http://www.anticatrattoria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Francesco Basile
Catering
Antica Trattoria provides a wide range of catering solutions. From simple dishes that can be picked up at our restaurant and served family style to in house banquets for wedding receptions and many other important events. off premise company or family events are also available. we offer preset catering and banquet menu options at www.anticatrattoria.com<br /><br />Chef Francesco Basile can always tailor a menu that fits your budget and specific catering needs.
Private party facilities
Our restaurant is available for private events. depending on the number of guest, time and date of the week a buy-out fee will be included.Over the years we have cater to corporate events, family gatherings and fund raisers.
Private party contact
Francesco Basile: (619) 463-9919

Location
5654 Lake Murray Blvd La Mesa, CA 91942
Neighborhood
La Mesa
Cross street
Baltimore Ave
Parking details
We are located in a strip mall that has large capacity
Public transit
MTS San Diego 854 and 14
Entertainment
Tenor Rosario Monetti our Opera singing bar keeper enjoys performing for our guest during dinner and is available for private events
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Lambrusco "Sweet Red", Riunite, Split, Italia
- Glass$8.00
Prosecco, Lunetta, Split, Veneto, Italia
- Glass$11.00
Sparkling Rose, Lunetta, Split, Veneto, Italia
- Glass$11.00
Sparkling Red, Rosa Regale, split Banfi DOCG Veneto, Italia
- Glass$13.00
Prosecco, Da Luca, DOC Veneto, Italia
- Bottle$32.00
Champagne, Louis Roederer, Brut Premier, France
- Bottle$75.00

White Wines

Riesling, Cupcake, Pfalz, Germany
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Moscato, Folonari, Provincia di Pavia, Italia
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
White Zinfandel, California
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
Rose, Stemmari, Sicilia
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
House, Pinot Grigio, Italia
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Pinot Grigio, Paggio, Venezia Giulia, Italia
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$37.00
Gavi, Riva Leone, Gavi, Italia
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$35.00
Vermentino, Perolla, Toscana
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Hay Maker, New Zealand
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Chardonnay, Carmenet "Reserve", Sonoma
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Chardonnay, Firriato Branciforti Dei Bordonaro 18' Sicily
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Chardonnay, Stags Leap, Napa
- Bottle$50.00
Pecorino, Vestini 18' Terre Di Chieti
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00

Italian Reds

Sangiovese, 16' Toscana, Barone Ricasoli
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Sangiovese Blend, "Ciu Ciu" Piceno, 18' Marche
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$42.00
House Chinti, Toscana
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Chianti Classico, San Felice 17' Toscana
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$44.00
Chianti Classico Riserva, "IL Grigio" San Felice" 15' Toscana
- Bottle$53.00
Primitivo, Il Trullo 16' Puglia
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$35.00
Barbera, Riva Leone, 16' Piemonte
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$38.00
Pedres Cerasio Cannonau di Sardegna DOC 15'
- Bottle$45.00
Nero D' Avola Branciforti, 17' Sicilia
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$35.00
Valpolicella Ripasso, Classico Superiore Solane, 16' Veneto
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle*$45.00
Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano, Carrara, 14'
- Bottle$50.00
Barbaresco, Malagré, 15' Alba Piemonte
- Bottle$65.00
Rosso Di Montalcino, Pian Delle Vigne 18', Toscana
- Bottle$66.00
Negroamaro, Muri 17', Puglia
- Bottle$45.00
Perolla, Super Toscana 16'
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$36.00
10% Sangiovese + 20% Cab + 50% Merlot + 20% Ciliegiolo Aglianico, "Menent" 14', Campania
- Bottle$48.00
Rosso, "CA'EMO" 17', Veneto
- Bottle$40.00
Super Tuscan, Rocca Delle Macie "Sasyr" 15'
- Bottle$45.00
60% Sangiovese, 40% Syrah, Toscana Super Tuscan, Vigorelo "San Felice" 13', Toscana
- Bottle$85.00
30% Cab Sau + 30% Merlot + 5% Petit Verdot + 35% Pugnitello Amarone Della Valpolicella, Nuve 13', Veneto
- Bottle$85.00
Barolo, Malagre 13', Piemonte
- Bottle$75.00
Brunnello di Montalcino, Campo Giovani 14', Toscana$95.00
Syrah, Feudi Branciforti, Sicily 16'
- Bottle$40.00
Barbaresco, Riva Leone, Piedmont 14'
- Bottle$48.00

Soft Drinks

Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Sierra Mist
Unsweetened Iced Tea
Lemonade
Shirley Temple
Roy Rogers
Orange Juice
Ginger Ale
Root Beer
Ginger Beer
Tonic
Cranberry Juice

Reds Wines

Syrah, Klinker Brick, 16' Lodi, CA
- Bottle$42.00
Syrah, Montpellier, 16' California
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$35.00
Merlot, Montpellier, 15' California
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$35.00
Merlot, Sterling, California 16' California
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Montpellier, 17' California
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$35.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Heavy Weight, 16' Lodi
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Cabernet, Ferrari-Carano 16' Alexander Valley
- Bottle$70.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, San Simeon 17' Paso Robles
- Bottle$53.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Niner 17', Paso Robles
- Bottle$65.00
Petite Sirah, Harlow Ridge, 15' Lodi
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$38.00
Red Blend, Niner Bootjack Red 17', Paso Robles
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$45.00
Red Blend, DAOU "The Pessimist" 17', Paso Robles
- Bottle$49.00
Red Blend, San Simeon "Stormwatch" 14', Paso Robles
- Bottle$100.00
Pinot Noir, Black Ridge 17', California
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$35.00
Pinot Noir, Laurier, 18' Los Carneros, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Pinot Noir Ferrari-Carano 17' Anderson Valley
- Bottle$53.00
Pinot Noir, Etude 17', Carneros
- Bottle$65.00
Malbec, Finca el Origen Reserve 18', Valle Uco, Arg
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$40.00
Malbec, Opaque 16', Paso Robles
- Bottle$45.00
Zinfandel Opaque 15', Paso Robles
- Bottle$45.00
Old Vine Zinfandel, Scotto Family Cellars 15', Lodi
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Dessert Wine, Porto Ruby or Tawny, Portugal
- Glass$7.00

Beers & Cider

Stella Artois, Cidre Apple 4.5%$6.00
Stella Artois, Euro Pilsner, 5.2%, Leuven, Belgium$8.00
Peroni, Euro Pale Lager, 5.1% , Roma, Italia$8.00
Ale Smith, Nut Brown English Style Ale, 5.0% San Diego$8.00
IPA, Alpine Duet, 7.0%, San Diego$8.00
Honey Blonde Ale Islander Brewery 6.0%$8.00
Ale Smith, .394, San Diego Pale Ale, 6.0%, San Diego$8.00
IPA, Alpine, HFS, 6.5%$8.00
Pacific Islander Brewery, "Blood Orange", IPA, 7.2%, SanDiego$8.00

Cocktails

Beer, wine & Spirits

Piña Coladas$11.00
Pineapple, Strawberry, Mango, Passion Fruit
Margaritas$11.00
Lime, Mango, Strawberry
Mojitos$11.00
Lime, Mango, Passion Fruit
Moscow Mule$11.00
Ginger beer, lime juice

Craft Cocktails

Espresso Martini$13.00
Absolute, Kahula, espresso and a splash of cream
Cosmopolitan$12.00
Absolute, triple sec, fresh lemon and lime juice with a splash of cranberry juice
Aperol Spritz$14.00
Prosecco, Aperol, and a splash of soda
Negroni$14.00
Campari, Beefeater Gin, Cinzano sweet vermouth, with a lemon twist on the rocks
Manhattan$14.00
Maker's Mark, cinzano sweet vermouth, and a dash of bitters
Old Fashioned$14.00
Maker's Mark, organic raw sugar, a dash of bitters, dehydrated orange peel and Italian cherries

What 1,823 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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BetsyL
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
Service was spot on, what I did not like was pasta sauce it had no flavor or seasoning. My husband and I live down the street and found this gem 💎 and have been several times. This was the first time food was not great!.I really didn't like owners response either to my dislike for tomato sauce. Will go back but, this time I can not give 5 stars.
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Tugster
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food here is a step above the competition by far. The staff is fast friendly and know their stuff. I promise you won't be sorry you came. I'll certainly b back .
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another fabulous meal at our favorite Italian Restaurant! Great service as always.
BM
BryceM
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Fantastic little spot. The food was real good, fresh made pasta which always makes a huge difference. Our server Heather was a real gem. Great genuine service from her. We will definitely be back
T
Thejayman
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Never fails to impress. Cavaletti, Pappadelle, Gnochi, Burrata and Tiramisu where all outstanding. The large portions allowed us to eat family style and enjoy all the dishes. Bonus was Monday night is half price bottle of wine night! Great Italian family food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Father’s Day
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Pete
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious and tasty. From the appetizers to the bread to the main course to our lava cake and our delicious bottle of wine. Our server was outstanding. We will be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Mobile
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner for my husbands retirement. The staff was very attentive and food was delicious. Highly recommend going here!
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lori
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, wine, and service. Alessandra is a delight!
SG
SatisfiedGuest
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place! Highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Portland
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food and service here were outstanding. Sitting outside was not enjoyable due to the space being in a parking lot. The sounds of cars and horns was not pleasant. Everything else was great.
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Navygal95
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love, Love this restaurant. I come at a minimum once every two weeks.
FL
FoodLvr
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Delicious food! Gem in the middle of a strip mall like area in La Mesa. Feels like your transported to Italy. Must have the calamari mixed appetizer, shrimp pasta, and short ribs, melts in your mouth! Also, end with the Tiramisu, the best Tiramisu I’ve ever had!! Buon appetito!!
KS
KevinS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fantastic meal with incredible service. Heather was great. We can’t wait to go back. The veal parm is the bomb.
LO
LauraO
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorite places to dine! Fabulous meal and great overall experience.
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Audie
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time here and we were impressed and HWPPY! Fettucini and cioppino were excellent. First class service and great local atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
It’s not my first time dining here. The food is actually very well preferred. The service is phenomenal and a neighborhood bistro environment. Full bar. If you drink. Decent wine list. And a great variety
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Octopus salad was superb. Tender and delicious.
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LoriL
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was easy to make a reservation at our preferred time and date. Warm welcome when we arrived. We sat toward the back of the restaurant and loved the setting. Served us very warm fresh delicious bread along with oil and vinegar. Wines were very reasonably priced per glass. Dinner was simply world class - home-made pasta with all the trimmings. Lava cake for dessert was simply phenomenal, topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
SB
SuzB
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Excellent food as always! Appreciate the owner's presence and personal attention!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Food was fresh and hot. Absolutely the best Italian food in town.
A
Antc
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very cute restaurant and the food was delicious. We had the penne and the saltimbocca and a bottle of wine.
PD
PatrickD
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was the experience. Like in the old days when there were professional waiters. The best meal because of the food AND best experience because of the waiter. Thank you, Antica Tratoria! The Dale Family
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Tyrone
Houston
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was excellent. Levi made great drinks and was very attentive.
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patti
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as always
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Brookie
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wow delicious hidden La Mesa gem
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OliviaR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great service! Highly recommend this restaurant for dinner.
JL
JeffL
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Italian food in San Diego. Everything on the menu is fantastic.
MW
MelanieW
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service and food are fantastic! We had the special: Chilean Sea Bass!
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Kiki
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrating my parents wedding anniversary was amazing at Antica, as expected. We always go here for special events and sometimes for a really good meal. As expected our dining experience was wonderful with fantastic food and great service. Always recommend Antica!!!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great from start to finish.
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Susie
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
Somewhat disappointing. Food good but would have appreciated some vegetables to balance the rich risotto. Tables very close together and very noisy.
MG
MarciG
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was wonderful and the service was top notch.
DS
DianeS
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience2
I've always enjoyed the food at Antica Trattoria, but last night my shrimp capellini was really tasteless, no real flavor at all. The Caesar salad was very good, though, but one would hope that the main course would be much better, considering the price. The waitress was very helpful and nice, though she constantly interrupted the conversation my friend and I were having to ask if everything was fine and if we needed anything. I would say she interrupted 8-10 times. I found that annoying.
DM
DebbieM
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall3food5service1ambience3
the food is excellent!! Staff are very nice but they were stretched.. very busy so service was poor
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R1stPony
San Diego
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really great Italian food served by attentive waiters and in an authentic-looking restaurant. The walls decorated with pieces from different wine crates adds to the ambiance.
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AnthonyA
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As per usual! A very good experience, right down to the food and friendly servers and greeting personnel!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
For Mother’s Day, we had a mediocre experience. We were rushed, food was subpar, and a lot of our order details were missed. I will not be going back there again.
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KenW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
It was enjoyable. Service endearing and welcoming. Food was good
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Todd
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
My wife and I went to Antica for the first time the other night. We had heard good things about the restaurant and were hopeful of having good experience. The staff was extremely friendly. The cocktails were excellent. The food was fresh and tasty. We stuck with traditional Italian dishes: Ravioli and Lasagna. We really enjoyed the meals. The wait staff were attentive and affable, despite the restaurant being full and staff being minimal. They added to the experience. We look forward to going back again!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Antica Trattoria using the Order Online button. Antica Trattoria also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Antica Trattoria also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 463-9919.

Antica Trattoria is rated 4.8 stars by 1823 OpenTable diners.

Antica Trattoria does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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