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The Red Door, San Diego, CA

The Red Door

4.7
4.7
2756 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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The Red Door San Diego is committed to offering our guests sustainable and responsibly sourced farm-to-fork dishes. We proudly serve contemporary Italian and modern European cuisine with the freshest locally grown and handcrafted products available. We also feature delicious and unique ingredients from around the world. Chef/Owner Luciano Cibelli shops daily, personally selecting every item we serve. He bakes fresh breads, rolls, desserts and all of the pasta in house (including a special Gluten Free Bucatini) and he develops his menus in rhythm with the seasonal San Diego harvest. Enjoy nightly special offerings or a house favorite, Beef Wellington. Join us for the highly rated cuisine and return for the charming ambiance and excellent service behind the Red Door.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Farm-to-table, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 295-6000
  • Website
    http://www.thereddoorsd.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luciano Cibelli Chef/Owner
  • Catering
    Offsite catering for small casual gatherings.
  • Private party facilities
    SPECIAL EVENTS & UNIQUE OCCASIONS Catering & Events are opportunities for us to work closely with our guests & occasions for us to share our dedication to celebration in exciting new ways. Our menu is from our farm, our dedication is to the experience. We love this stuff. info@thereddoorsd.com
  • Private party contact
    Luciano Cibelli lcibelli@gmail.com: (619) 459-3073
  • Location
    741 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA 92103
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Hills
  • Cross street
    Falcon Street
  • Parking details
    Metered and two hour parking all around Monday through Saturday 8AM to 6PM. Ample free street parking available. Parking available in the US Bank lot after 6. Private lot on NW corner of Falcon and Washington.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,756 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

2,756 Reviews

  1. FoodMD

    San Diego

    95 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again the Red Door was fantastic! Everything from cocktails to appetizers to the main course was perfect. Chef Luciano is the best! Our servers Phillip and Rujii (not sure about that spelling) were very friendly, attentive and efficient. A perfect dinner!! Highly recommend!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The most perfectly cooked sea bass and fresh veggies. Also, the short rib was so tender and flavorful. Love the calamari and kale appetizer, and we thoroughly appreciate that The Red Door follows through with top-notch desserts. Great wine list, too.

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  3. MatthewP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The white cannellini bean soup is outstanding. Great service, the server was knowledgeable about the menu and food. We enjoyed our meal and overall experience.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Each and every culinary creation was flawlessly prepared, reaching the pinnacle of perfection.♥️

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Ruji made the experience. Friendly, knowledgeable and conscientious. Food was awesome. Bacon Macaroni Sea Bass Steel Head Trout 5 stars.

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  6. CameronB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fine dining at approachable prices with down to earth, excellent staff. The menu is creative and dazzling, hearty portions and superior quality. Plan to take your time and really savor the atmosphere and the spectacular courses. Overwhelmed by the selection? No worries - the specials are where it's at, and if you tell your server, "Surprise me," you're in for a one-of-a-kind experience. Also, do not skip the wine selection, or dessert!

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  7. Golfergal

    Salt Lake City

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The reason we keep returning to The Red Door is its consistency. We can always count on the service and the food to be the same great quality no matter what night of the week we dine there.

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  8. DebraM

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good food, great service, and I would recommend to anyone. Specialty pastas were excellent.

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  9. Reido

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Red Door is fantastic. The food is high quality, good portion sizes, and is clearly well prepared - not to mention the flavors are fantastic. My favorite is the PAPPARDELLE - Slow Braised Red Wine Meat Ragu for an entrée but I am excited to try other things next time. The desert is also to die for. The ambiance is perfect for a date night due to the intimate size of the restaurant. The service has always been top notch as well. Price is a bit on the higher side, but everything is farm to table so that is totally understandable. Highly recommend!

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  10. caras

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorites! The chef is always so attentive and the food is delicious. Definitely recommend!!!

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  11. Kolo

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience2
    We were expecting a much more upscale experience. This was a result of looking at the menu and website before making the reservation. The food was quite tasty but very very overpriced. Menue was an odd collection of meals for an Italian focusted establishment. Some of the pricier items left you still hungry and not overly impressed with the meal. Appetizer we ordered was a bit odd and small for $16. Desserts were good but again small and overpriced. My suggestion is try another Italian place and save some money for what will likely be similar quality food.

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  12. MJames

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A neighborhood restaurant where the dishes are freshly made using best ingredients. Staff is attentive and sincere. Chef Luciano is the owner as well, and watches every detail. He sincerely wants every guest to enjoy their time there. Which is why I and many other locals return time and time again. Delicious meals.

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  13. William

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good food. Very friendly staff. Chef/Owner stopped by the table to talk and ask about food. Very nice guy. Food reasonably priced. Give it a chance, you won’t be disappointed.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    At first, as you walk up the place, it looks faded or somewhat awkward to the inside of the restaurant, it felt like a portal to a different place , a relief it did not represent the outside.  sparkling, clean inside.  as we were siting close to the entrance almost everyone that came in seem surprised, hesitant. once inside, you are immediately greeted to your table. Main dishes are well prepared, hardy sauces, in both dishes that we ordered . The lobster ravioli and pappardelle pasta. For staters, the mussels, again hardy broth, generous portion for one. No luck with the cashew chicken wings.  Overall, a pleasant experience. A glass of house red was complementary for the chicken.

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  15. Caro

    Exclusive

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service, food and drinks were were excellent. The tuna and saffron risotto special was especially tasty and the large portion was enough for lunch for two the next day.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was so fun to eat here, a different part of Hillcrest and the food was so good! I highly recommend for a different cuisine

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  17. RomanticVibes

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This is a cute, intimate space. There are a few vegan options to include making vegetarian options vegan (no cheese). It gives off date night vibes or impressing a high end clients.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing and we will be back! Great food, great vibes, excellent service. The chef/owner came out to chat and see how everything was, which was so nice. Get the risotto and sea bass, we were blown away!

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  19. SylviaD

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ravioli!!!! A must have every time we go. Followed by the chicken parmigiana and risotto. Such great flavors. And drinks. Thank you!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing! The chef even came out to our table and made suggestions on the menu, he gave a wonderful explanation of the menu and the restaurant that really showed his passion for food. The scallops were sweet and beautifully seared and the risotto was to die for! Can’t wait to dine here again.

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  21. KrystalG

    Phoenix

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Red Door never disappoints. The Brussel salad and calamari were a hit and the lasagna was classic yummy.

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  22. AnnM

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, great service, very cute quaint restaurant. Parking is not easy, but worth the walk

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  23. AmandaK

    Poconos

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Owner was wonderful and inviting. Great wine selection. Delicious food.

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  24. SandyA

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We dined on a Saturday night and it was very loud from a crowded restaurant. Very hard to talk and hear people at the table. Food was very good and service was great.

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  25. DSAII

    San Diego

    96 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    96 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chris was a great server and the visit by Luciano made the pre-play at the Old Globe a delightful addition to our evening!

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  26. ChristopherD

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at the Red Door is always a pleasure. From the intimacy of the dining room, the professionalism of the staff, the quality of the food and especially the personal interaction of Chef Luciano who comes out to ensure each dish is well received when it is brought to the table, one cannot ask for a better dining experience. Definitely a place I can count on for a superb and fulfilling dining experience.

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  27. Billy2013

    San Francisco

    207 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    207 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reviews & experiences suggest that same, 5/5, the Owner Chef present & there. Delightful biz & yummy food as well, very old days SF-like. Would return.

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  28. EmilyM

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and amazing service. Every dish that I saw come out I want to go back and try. Everything we had was beyond amazing. Highly recommend

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  29. TodB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food!! Had calamari for a starter, excellent. Both entrees were incredible, risotto topped with seared ahi and lobster ravioli, delivered to the table by the chef/owner. Will be back for more!

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  30. Chelsea

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience2
    It was…just okay. I was underwhelmed by the butternut brie (needed more salt in my opinion and to be less watery). The bucatini was lacking in flavor. And we ordered a meat dish that was off the menu — should have asked but I was surprised when the bill came and it was $120 just for the meat alone. Overall, just okay and grossly overpriced for mediocre food. The chef was nice though.

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  31. Leli

    San Diego

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    My husband and I shared 3 plates. The brie and butternut was ok, not as delicious as it sounded. The brussel sprout salad was very tasty and good but it was supposed to have avocado and maybe it did but not enough for the flavor to come through. The risotto and ahi tuna was so delicious we forgot all about the other two dishes! Dessert was also yummy!

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  32. racheld

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a wonderful time here. Great food, nice small restaurant!

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  33. MikeC

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the beef Wellington, was amazing! Service was excellent. Nicholas was our server and was great. Will be back 😁

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  34. Foodie

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience1
    The service was slow and bad we waited 1 hour for our apps and then 1 hour for our entree. The waiter was rude, blunt, and had an attitude every time we asked simple questions about the menu, didn’t catch his name. Honestly the food was very mediocre and not worth your time, won’t be coming back here again. Also for the price not worth any of this.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Guadalajara

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excelente servicio y comida , muy buena atención del chef

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Baja California

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was an amazing experience, the Chef/owner came to greet us. Food, service, atmosphere, everything perfect.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blew away my expectations. Luciano and staff was Amazing and definitely added this restaurant to my favorites list. Can’t wait to try the rest of Menu

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  38. Tish

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual, delicious food, great wine list, wonderful service, great ambiance, and a noise level that encourages conversation. Definitely save room for dessert! And they make dirty martinis with blue cheese stuffed olives! For what more could one ask?

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had a great dinner. I had the ravioli special which was excellent. My husband had the lasagna. We really enjoyed our dinner. Also, he ordered a great old fashioned. Best I’ve tasted in quite awhile. Would definitely go back! I would want to order what I had again, but also would want to try something new!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Went here for a birthday. Service was great and they were really attentive. Food was delicious and the chef/owner himself came to introduce himself and reassured us the food will be delicious. He did not disappoint! Although it went well, the only reason I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because the place is small with not so comfortable chairs(in my opinion). Even then, they did wonderful and accommodating to our group size and making sure our family member who uses a wheelchair was able to sit with us. Overall, if you’re someone who wants to know what fine dining taste like and want food you will without a doubt know is freshly made, then I highly recommend you give this place a chance. I can definitely see myself coming back here for a more intimate visit.

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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

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Red Door using the Order Online button. The Red Door also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 295-6000.

The Red Door is rated 4.7 stars by 2756 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Red Door

741 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA 92103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Falcon Street
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Hills
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Farm-to-table, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Metered and two hour parking all around Monday through Saturday 8AM to 6PM. Ample free street parking available. Parking available in the US Bank lot after 6. Private lot on NW corner of Falcon and Washington.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luciano Cibelli Chef/Owner
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thereddoorsd.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 295-6000
  • Catering
    Offsite catering for small casual gatherings.
  • Private party facilities
    SPECIAL EVENTS & UNIQUE OCCASIONS Catering & Events are opportunities for us to work closely with our guests & occasions for us to share our dedication to celebration in exciting new ways. Our menu is from our farm, our dedication is to the experience. We love this stuff. info@thereddoorsd.com
  • Private party contact
    Luciano Cibelli lcibelli@gmail.com: (619) 459-3073
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