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La Pastaia, San Diego, CA

La Pastaia

4.5 (351)
$31 to $50
Italian
3055 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • 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!
  • Neighborhood
    Bay Park
  • Cross street
    Mt Macadia Blvd
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    yes one block over
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 351 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Pastaia offers an inviting ambiance with "authentic Italian flavors" and "amazing food." Guests enjoy dishes like homemade pasta from the Parmesan wheel and "delicious" pizzas. The "friendly and attentive" staff, including standout server Mia, enhance the experience. Perfect for celebrations, it's a "must try" for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.
351 Reviews
  1. Susan VIP

    San Diego40 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall a good experience The portion size on the chicken part was WOW ! A lot of yummy food Reasonable Love have them on the neighborhood!!! A must try!!!

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  2. Ora

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was amazing! 10/10 recommend!

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  3. Zared VIP

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good pizza but did not get the chance to try pasta. Definitely would come back.

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  4. CHRISTINA

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my son's HS graduation with 13 family and friends. The waiter was engaging and helpful with all our needs and questions. All of our party found their food and drinks to be wonderful. The parmesan wheel option was amazing as always.

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  5. Ben VIP

    San Diego34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very relaxing and enjoyable evening. The food was excellent.

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  6. MARCOS VIP

    San Diego10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Wasn't what we expected.. Hopefully they keep working on Quality on the Food.

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  7. Barbara

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great home made pasta and sauces. The waiter was attentive and professional. A great place to celebrate birthdays.
    La PastaiaResponded on April 22, 2025
    Thank you, Barbara! We appreciate the kind words about our food and service! We love to host a party, so join us again soon!

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  8. Zee

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had such a wonderful experience here! The food was absolutely delicious—authentic Italian flavors that reminded me of meals I’ve had in Italy. The ambiance was beautiful and welcoming, perfect for a relaxing evening. But what really made the night special was our server Mia was so friendly, genuinely attentive, and every single thing she recommended was spot-on. It felt like we were being taken care of by a friend. Grazie mille Mia!! Can’t wait to come back and try more!
    La PastaiaResponded on April 22, 2025
    Thank you so much, Zee! We really appreciate such kind words about our authentic Italian food. And so great to hear that you loved your time with Maya! We will make sure she gets word on this!

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  9. LSRHS76 VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great pasta made in Parmesan wheel. Staff that seated us and waiter from Milan area.
    La PastaiaResponded on April 22, 2025
    Thank you for the review! We are thrilled you enjoyed!

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  10. JoyceA

    San Diego3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I was sorry to see that the quality of food has slipped sine I was there a couple of months ago. We were a fairly large group and we ordered appetizers, pastas, and main dishes. One or 2 of the dishes were really good, but many were actually tasteless. How did that happen?

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for La Pastaia

3055 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mt Macadia Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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