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Cesarina, San Diego, CA
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Cesarina

$30 and under
Italian
4161 Voltaire St, Ste B, San Diego, CA 92107

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 180 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Cesarina Mezzoni

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2023
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2022

From the OpenTable editors: Fresh housemade pasta reigns at this charming Point Loma trattoria. Cesarina landed MICHELIN Bib Gourmand status for its knockout mix-and-match pasta options and one exceptional tableside tiramisu. The colorful Italian restaurant is a go-to for weekend brunch, best enjoyed on its bougainvillea-strewn patio.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 226-6222
  • Website
    http://www.cesarinarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer Catering options for parties of 20 guests or more. To inquire about our Catering options, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours
  • Private party facilities
    For all parties of more than 8 guests, we only offer private dining. To inquire about our Private dining option, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    4161 Voltaire St, Ste B, San Diego, CA 92107
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Ocean Beach
  • Cross street
    Catalina Blvd
  • Parking details
    We know how challenging it is to find parking and truly appreciate your patience and understanding. VALET PARKING is available in front of the restaurant, Thursday to Sunday, from 4:30pm to 10pm GUEST PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4154 Voltaire St NOT AVAILABLE DURING VALET HOURS PAID PUBLIC PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4148 Voltaire St, next to the “ MATT KALLA INSURANCE AGENCY”
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 5,855 people are saying

Cesarina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Italian

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

  • San Diego

    Italian

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cesarina offers an "authentic Italian experience" with "outstanding service" and "incredible" food. Guests rave about the "fresh pasta," "delicious tiramisu," and "welcoming ambiance." Perfect for special occasions, it features "attentive staff" and "charming decor." Despite being "a bit pricey," it is "highly recommended" and a "must-visit" in San Diego.

5,855 Reviews

  1. Himani VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, service and ambience! Highly recommend

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  2. Johanna

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service and food. I've eaten here a few times and plan to keep coming back

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  3. Susannah

    Raleigh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire experience was beautiful start to finish! The food was incredible and the service was absolutely on point.

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  4. jinchunjie

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best pasta I ever ate! The food is amazing and the servants are considerate.

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  5. Janet

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me & my 2 BFF'S came in to celebrate our birthdays today. Sonny was our server, he was fantastic! Great service, happy employees & amazing tasting food! The place is adorable! If u lived here I'd most definitely be a regular! Thank you Cesarina!

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  6. Savannah

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cesarina is our absolute favorite place for Italian in San Diego

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  7. Gabriel

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I had a fantastic experience. The customer service and the food were excellent. We sat outside with our dog in the patio. The entire staff was accommodating and responsive to our every need. The wait staff was always on the move but took the time to make us feel like welcomed and special. We did not feel rushed at all. Management also came around to ensure quality of service and helped pitch in to refill water to those were empty. This made me feel like it was a family, team environment. The food, delicious. Pasta, beautiful. I found myself closing my eyes and savoring every bite. Parking is a challenge and the bill can sneak up on you but this is a restaurant I will recommend to my friends and family. I will definitely return without hesitation.

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  8. Concetta VIP

    San Diego29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We brought our friends and they were blown away by everything. The food was amazing, rigatoni Norma, lasagna & bolognese. Had the salad Cesarina with grilled octopus, all was so Yummy! Yummy cocktails and great Italian wine.

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  9. Melissa VIP

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely phenomenal. The menu showcases the best of Italian comfort food, with each dish carefully crafted using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Decided to celebrate my birthday there and they made sure I felt special on my special day.

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  10. eric

    Hawaii3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve been visiting Cesarina for years now and this is the first time we have ever received sub-par service, in fact it was terrible. Our servers name was Laura L. and she had a lack of attentiveness and quite frankly it seemed quite pointed as every other table around us seemed to be treated with the utmost care and speed. It’s deeply upsetting but it won’t keep me away as it’s my favorite restaurant in all of SD. Fingers crossed, hoping for a better experience next time!

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FAQs

Cesarina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 226-6222.

Cesarina is rated 4.8 stars by 5855 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
7:00 PM
Booked 180 times today
Google Map for Cesarina

4161 Voltaire St, Ste B, San Diego, CA 92107

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    Catalina Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Ocean Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We know how challenging it is to find parking and truly appreciate your patience and understanding. VALET PARKING is available in front of the restaurant, Thursday to Sunday, from 4:30pm to 10pm GUEST PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4154 Voltaire St NOT AVAILABLE DURING VALET HOURS PAID PUBLIC PARKING LOT is available across the street from us, at 4148 Voltaire St, next to the “ MATT KALLA INSURANCE AGENCY”
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.cesarinarestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 226-6222
  • Catering
    We offer Catering options for parties of 20 guests or more. To inquire about our Catering options, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours
  • Private party facilities
    For all parties of more than 8 guests, we only offer private dining. To inquire about our Private dining option, please complete the Event Contact Form at https://cesarinarestaurant.com/events/, and Simone, our event coordinator will reply via email within 48 hours
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