Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge

Name: Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge
Address: 550 W. Date St, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101
Telephone: (619) 255-0958
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (333)

$31 to $50

Italian

550 W. Date St, San Diego, CA 92101

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 29, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Lively
Charming

Founder and restaurateur, Vincenzo Loverso, invites guests to savor a groundbreaking experience at San Diego’s first ever cheese wheel bar. This unique concept will invite guests to sit at a one of a kind cheese wheel pasta bar (reservation only) in the heart of San Diego.
Located on the best corner of Little Italy (India & Date St), step into the modern chic restaurant as the sight and smell of irresistible Italian flavors ignite your senses.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Market Cuisine
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:30 pm Fri–Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 2:45 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 2:45 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(619) 255-0958
Website
https://vincenzosd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Vincenzo loverso
Catering
We do offer catering pick up and delivery.
Private party facilities
Vincenzo Cucina and Lounge offers a variety of private event planning options. Our private dining room can seat up to 45 and it is equipped with 75" HD TV.

Location
550 W. Date St, San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood
Little Italy
Cross street
India & Date St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Table Side Cheese Wheel
Multiple dates available
Elevate your Monday nights at Vincenzo Cucina and Lounge with our Table side Cheese Wheel Experience at 50% off! Delight in the artistry of our chefs as they prepare fresh, house-made pasta in a wheel of rich, velvety cheese right at your table, creating a dish that’s as mesmerizing to watch as it is delicious to savor. Perfect for a cozy date night or a memorable gathering with friends, this unique experience is the ultimate way to start your week.

What 333 people are saying

Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge 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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge in Little Italy offers a delightful dining experience with its "amazing food" and "exceptional service". The atmosphere is lively and fun, making it perfect for special occasions. Highlights include the cheese wheel pasta and the Aperol Spritz tower. Despite some mixed reviews on service speed, the overall experience is consistently praised for its charm and flavorful dishes.

333 Reviews

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Ramey VIP
San Diego14 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great! Not sure why they add 4% additional charge on the bill. Covid is over!
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded 5 days ago
Thank you immensely for your feedback. We appreciate your visit and hope to address any concerns regarding the additional charge.
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Jason VIP
Central Coast4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and atmosphere were great! Our waiter Sergio was an All-Star on a busy night. Can’t wait to go back!
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 22, 2025
Thank you so much, Jason! We will be sure to pass this along to Sergio! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
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Sara VIP
San Diego10 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fabulous and the service (by wait person Armando) was exceptional. Well done. We will be back!
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 22, 2025
Thank you so much, Sara! We are thrilled you enjoyed the food and Armando's service! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
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Yesi
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I took my family here the food was amazing however wasn’t a child menu. Service was great!
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 22, 2025
Thank you, Yesi! We are thrilled that you enjoyed. We have noted your feedback on the children's menu.
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Leah
Las Vegas1 review
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and a welcoming atmosphere. Will definitely be back. The pastas were “chefs kiss” we had shrimp Alfredo, chicken Alfredo and the table side cheese wheel was amazing! We loved the Caesar salad and appetizers! Can’t wait to come Back!
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 22, 2025
Thank you, Leah! We are thrilled that you loved the pasta and Caesar! Please do join us again soon!
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Briana
Dallas2 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Was so excited to try this spot thanks to a handful of TikTok’s praising it - walked in around 8:05 and was sat immediately (which is a plus!)! About 20 mins later, I got up to ask if we had a server cause no one had made their way over to us. It was pretty slow with only 3-4 tables with people at them. They said someone should be over soon. By 8:40 someone finally greeted us. He explained that no one knew we got sat (even though we smiled and waived to people occasionally). We ordered the brushettone (which was delicious)! & highly recommend! We also ordered two cheese wheel pastas. They were good. Overall, food, especially the appetizer, was delicious. The pastas were good, but probably wouldn’t order again.
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 8, 2025
Thank you so much for stopping in. We appreciate your detailed feedback regarding your service and food. We love to see you enjoyed your appetizer and have shared your notes on the pasta.
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Robert VIP
Chicago15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great meal with great service. Had a problem with a previous visit. They offered for me to come back. They food and service exceeded expectations .
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 11, 2025
Thank you, Robert. We truly appreciate the second chance and thrilled that you enjoyed!
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Annette
Unspecified2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing! As a former waitress and big foodie, this restaurant was amazing! Everyone was so attentive and nice, you never felt out of place to ask for anything! Pierre and Jaime were amazing, super attentive to our needs and made the experience 1000 times better! Our table was always clean and our glasses always full. As a tourist and foodie who lives over 14 hours away, I would come back just for this restaurant!! I recommend the bruschetto, rigatoni vodka, and the aperol spritz tower! Overall it was amazing and I have nothing but wonderful things to say!
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 8, 2025
Thank you, Annette! So glad you gave us a chance on your visit to San Diego. Love to hear that Pierre and Jaime gave you such great service. Please do join us again on your next visit.
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Heather
Raleigh1 review
3.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
There was a coackroach that our table and the table next to us continued to see. Probably from having the cheese out but it was still off putting.
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 8, 2025
Hello Heather, we appreciate you making us aware. Thank you.
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takis VIP
San Diego50 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Been there a few times. Food is good and comes in large portions. Our server Antonio was good.
Vincenzo Cucina & LoungeResponded on April 8, 2025
Happy to hear that Antonio provided you with great service! Look forward to hosting you again!
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FAQs

Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 255-0958.

Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge is rated 4.1 stars by 333 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 29, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

550 W. Date St, San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
India & Date St.
Neighborhood
Little Italy
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:30 pm Fri–Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 2:45 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 2:45 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Market Cuisine
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Vincenzo loverso
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://vincenzosd.com/
Phone number
(619) 255-0958
Catering
We do offer catering pick up and delivery.
Private party facilities
Vincenzo Cucina and Lounge offers a variety of private event planning options. Our private dining room can seat up to 45 and it is equipped with 75" HD TV.

Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Table Side Cheese Wheel

Menu

What 333 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge restaurant rated?

Is Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information