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La Pastaia, San Diego, CA

La Pastaia

4.4 (356)
$31 to $50
Italian
3055 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 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

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What 356 people are saying

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

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Pastaia impresses with "authentic Italian flavors" and a welcoming ambiance. Diners rave about the "fantastic" service and "wonderful" food, including homemade pasta and "perfect" pizzas. The attentive staff, especially Mia, enhances the experience. Despite occasional inconsistencies, the overall dining experience remains delightful and a "must try" for Italian cuisine lovers.
356 Reviews
  1. Vicki VIP

    Orange County12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We’ve had friends recommend this restaurant to us for a while so we had high expectations. I think the Knight we tried it. They must’ve been very understaffed. We couldn’t get help when we did. It was very rushed. They all seemed too busy to really take care of anybody. Three parties in our area. Had to go to the bar to pay the bill and get their drinks. Our drinks arrived when we were finished with dinner. The food was OK, but it would’ve been better if we had gotten pepper and Parmesan and the things we asked for upfront my review is poor that I do think this was a staffing issue. We will try it again, but we will pick up food to go. Also, the music was very loud rap that did not add to a calm ambience.

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  2. Bridgette

    San Diego1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I’m really sad to leave this review because my family and I have been coming here since it first opened as The Farmer’s Table years ago. Unfortunately, last night’s experience was bad enough that we won’t be returning. Despite there being no more than four tables occupied (including the patio), service was terrible. We sat for ages without any attention from the male server. Eventually, a woman server stepped in and was much more efficient, which we appreciated—but by then, the tone was already set. The food was also very disappointing. We ordered the pizza with sausage and potatoes, which I’ve had here before and loved. This time it was completely different: lukewarm at best, visually unappealing, and just not good. The arugula salad was fine, but nothing remarkable. Then came the check. We asked to pay separately, which has never been a problem before in all the years we’ve come. The male server refused and told us we could only do half and half. I was honestly floored. I didn’t speak up at the time (wish I had!), but it felt unreasonably inflexible and unprofessional. We’ve supported this place for years, but this visit was such a letdown in both service and food that we just can’t see ourselves coming back. I hope management takes this kind of feedback seriously and makes some changes.

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  3. Grace VIP

    San Diego76 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a good experience at La Pastaia. We come here on a regular basis and take all our friends that have never been here. Everyone that we've taken enjoy the experience. Service: The service is welcoming, energetic and fun. Love the Italian authenticity of the service. Tatiana is our favorite server. Atmosphere: Open concept and lots of seating inside and outside. I am surprised about the change in seating decor. Really loved the original chairs, booth cover, design and motif...it was swankier, but can understand that toning it down makes it more relaxed for all crowds and families. And I'm sure there are a fair share of customers that get pizza and pasta sauce on the beautiful decor. Food: Is always solid. The calamari are nice and tender and not too breaded. Oysters were medium sized and good...firm. Artichokes are always good, and I like you serve them as not many restaurants offer them. Meatballs are good but smaller than we used to remember them. The Bolognese seemed different than what we've had in the past. The carbonara was tasty. We missed the basil and tomatoes on the margarita pizza. And the sausage and potato pizza was different. The crust of the pizza is great. The other great thing about this restaurant is that they serve Italian wines. One of our favorites is the Super Tuscan (the more expensive one), and we just tried the Valpolicella, which we will have again. Overall: We keep coming back, so that says something special about this place especially with all the choices in SD. Grazi La Pastaia...keep up the quality and excellent service!

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  4. Cainen

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very surprised at the quality of the food and the presentation. Had the pistachio crusted Salmon with Risotto- excellent choice. Also enjoyed the ribeye with mashed potatoes and vegetables. The staff was very polite and attentive. Definitely will return to try the pastas. Always a good feeling when the owners and staff all speak Italian at an Italian Restraunt! Gratzi!

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  5. Katherine VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good service and great food. We had the pizza, involtini and salad - Perfect!

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  6. Susan VIP

    San Diego41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    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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  7. Ora

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. Ben

    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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La Pastaia is rated 4.4 stars by 356 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 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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