Blade 1936

Talk about exceptional service. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was relaxing and beautifully inviting. Our actual server was fantastic & knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful in guiding us through the menu. Thanks to his recommendations, we enjoyed a truly memorable meal. What made the experience even more special was the kindness of a female server who wasn't even assigned to our table. She noticed our little one was feeling uneasy and hungry, being so loud our toddler had tantrums like no other but without hesitation, she stepped in to comfort him with such warmth and grace. Her thoughtful gesture made a world of difference and showed a true heart for hospitality. The food arrived quickly, and every bite was full of incredible flavor. We really recommend this place 100% The food was absolutely delicious, with rich and vibrant flavors in every dish. This place is a gem in San Diego, and we can't wait to return.

A Memorable Culinary Experience at Blade 1936 – Oceanside’s Hidden Gem From the moment we walked into Blade 1936, we were greeted with a warm, relaxed atmosphere that perfectly complements its coastal Oceanside location. Our evening began with a refreshing Aperol Spritz, setting the tone for what would be an exceptional meal. For starters, we shared the grilled octopus salad, a dish that truly impressed us. The octopus was perfectly tender, complemented by a vibrant arrangement of greens and garnishes. Its presentation was stunning, and the flavor profile was equally delightful—tangy, and fresh. A little insider tip: ask for the “Sean Special.” It's not on the menu, but it’s absolutely worth it. This off-menu masterpiece features pappardelle pasta tossed in truffle oil with Italian sausage, mushrooms, and shrimp. Rich, hearty, and full of nostalgia, it’s the kind of dish that evokes the warmth of a cherished homemade meal from childhood. Truly unforgettable. We concluded our meal with the lemon blueberry ricotta cheesecake—a light yet indulgent dessert. The flavors were well-balanced, with the tartness of the lemon and blueberries cutting through the creamy richness of the ricotta. Throughout the evening, the staff was friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience. Blade 1936 offers not only incredible food but also a welcoming ambiance that invites you to linger and savor every bite. Whether you're a local or just passing through Oceanside, Blade 1936 is a must-visit. Just don’t forget to ask for that secret special!

Read the reviews and do not sleep on this place. Authentic Italian Cuisine, made by the classic angry Italian chef. (I mean that in a good way). The food here is fantastic. Find an excuse to get here. They also juss announced the best happy hour in all of North San Diego County w $7 Aperol Spritz’s every day. A legit Pizza 🍕 Oven, and some pizza that taste like it came off the streets of Naples. Service is always A+, and our server Sean always takes it to the next level. Highest Recommendation!

The food was absolutely delicious and the service was great! We enjoyed a date night here, sharing their Spanish octopus appetizer, the burrata appetizer, their beef ravioli and finishing off with tiramisu. We added sausage to the ravioli and the entire thing was the best pasta dish I have had in a very long time! Highly recommend as a date night or a outing with friends!;

Made a reservation with ease through the phone for a large party and was seated outside in their patio area. Their dishes were all delicious and not too heavy. We learned that their ingredients are all flown in from Italy to emphasize their focus of freshness and authenticity. Great place for a date night or for larger groups.

The calamari was delicious, so was the margaritas. The pizza was good. Jordan was a fantastic, she answered all our questions and gave us great recommendations.

I didn't catch her name, but our server was so sweet and friendly! They were very busy tonight and she still took the time to talk with us and go over options for our kids. The food was absolutely amazing. We live out of town, but the whole family agreed that anytime we are in town we WILL be eating here again.

Food was outstanding. Perfect pizzas and pastas and delicious salads!!! We came here with a group of 12, including my 82 year old demanding momma. This restaurant bent over backwards from a service standpoint. Ask for Katie!! Enjoyed meeting the owner and hearing his stories and how they import a majority of the ingredients from Italy - important for my gluten free sis! Highly recommend !!!

Beautiful restaurant close to downtown Oceanside. The octopus had great flavor and the arugula salad was nice. It was a bit chewy but it was still very tasty. The large ribbon mushroom pasta was delicious. It tastes great if you add in sausage! Great experience overall! There's parking in the free parking garage that's a couple minutes away on foot. However it does get busy and crowded. You can park also by the train platform.

Their Gluten-free Pizza is unbeatable. Our friends had the regular pepperoni pizza and it was devoured. The place has great service and is a perfect place to celebrate any occasion. Love this place!

We went here for a large event that had about 50 people and this could have been reason why their food and service was subpar but that said I've been to restaurants that host large groups and had a great experience so I think planning was not done with Blade 1936. So please keep in mind this review is for a large party. We had a preset menu of a five course meal. The menu on paper sounded delicious. But unfortunately everything that came out was not good. Everything came out cold. And I mean cold, not warm but cold. The staff kept forgetting our table, so while everyone was already eating we were left waiting an extra 10 mins. And when we would ask where our food was, they would said "oh you haven't got it?" I ordered an espresso and even that came out cold! As we were finishing it courses they also neglected to clean out the finished dishes. So we had piles of plates. definitely unappetizing. Would I go back? Probably not.

What is the most important thing to consider when reviewing a restaurant? The Food! This is an authentic Italian eatery (take it from someone who lived in Italy for 3 years, was married to an Italian, and sampled food from all regions of Italy). I didn't try the pasta this time (I'll be back) but we had a Margherita Pizza that was stupendous. The red sauce was so fresh and bright, not the heavy oil-laden sauce you often get on a pizza. This was like pizza in a mom-and-pop place in Rome. Perfect crispy crust, nice portion of mozzarella, basilico and the lovely light red sauce. Because the sauce is so light it drips a bit, but the taste is perfect. We started with the Arancini (fried rice balls, very typical appetizer in Italy, especially in the South). They were a little different than I had in Rome, but the taste was delicious. They are quite large and filled with delicious flavored rice, with cheese in the middle. A yummy start. Although I didn't try the pasta, I saw plates of it going by our table and it all looked and smelled very authentic. Can't wait to get back and try the Bolognese. The place itself is sort of set up like a small sports bar, not your typical low-light place with romantic corners to hide in. But it is such a friendly place. Everyone seems happy, including the wait staff, which means it is a good environment to work in. Angelo Traversa, the Executive Chef and Owner, came by our table and spoke with us (my friend Angela and I both speak Italian so we were happy to converse with Angelo), told us something about his history and how he came to start this restaurant. It was like old home week, everyone felt like family. It is nice to see Oceanside up-scaling, and Blade 1936 is certainly a welcome and tasty addition. Try it, you'll like it! Grazie, Angelo, che hai creato qualcosa di speciale!! xox

3.5 stars rounded up. Was able to walk in during dinner hour and grab a seat by the bar. Hostess refused to seat me at a table because I was only a party of one, which was awkward. Service is ok... you will have to catch the eye of one of the busy servers to flag them down, but they are quick once you've made your request. Nice ambiance inside, and looks to be a fantastic spot to host a group dinner. Had the truffle pasta and a strawberry margarita - great flavors, decent portions, would definitely order again. Their pasta menu looks amazing, I'd definitely try another dish next time.

What a lovely night... Sara was our server and she was fabulous. She is from Italy so it started our meal off on a perfect note. We loved all of her recommendations. We started with and shared the Arancini Siciliani which was yum yum. The we ordered 2 pastas and shared. We had the Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina (honestly some of the best gnocchi I've ever had) You know your in good hands when the owner makes his way to your table to see how your experience was and then takes the time to tell you about all the wonderful imported items he brings in to make it the most authentic it can be. And to top it off the prices are so fair for not only the quality but the portions. Oh I will be a returning customer for sure!!!

The owner and staff are very friendly; great wine selection. We have enjoyed several different appetizers and dishes. Good happy hour deals too. It's a cool old building with a unique ambiance.

Here's a polished review based on your experience: Restaurant Review: A Hidden Gem for Italian Cuisine We chose this restaurant for my niece's birthday celebration, and it exceeded all our expectations. While it's tucked away off the main street and looks quite unassuming from the outside, once inside, the atmosphere is warm and inviting. With a cozy bar area, plus options for indoor and outdoor seating, there's a spot for every dining preference. They also have a backroom for larger gatherings, which adds a nice touch for group events. The meal began with warm bread served with olive oil and vinegar--a simple, delicious start. The menu features a great selection of pasta dishes, pizzas, and specialty entrees. We skipped appetizers this time, but they looked promising. Our mains included a variety of dishes, each one delightful in its own way. The Pappardelle de Bolognese was rich and flavorful, and the Pappardelle Ai Funghi E Olio Tartufato was a standout with its earthy, aromatic truffle oil. We also enjoyed the Ravioli Di Formaggio in Salsa Aurora and the Spaghetti Ai Frutti Di Mare, both packed with flavor. The Margherita pizza and Cioppino rounded out the meal, each dish perfectly prepared and delicious. We couldn't resist trying the Tiramisu for dessert, and it did not disappoint! Light and creamy, it was the perfect end to a great meal. The service was top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff who made us feel welcome from the start. This was a fantastic dining experience, and we'll definitely be back!

Wow! This place is amazing! The ambiance is super cool. The old newspaper Blade Citizen used to occupy this building years ago and was founded it 1936. Lots of cool decos and such cool history! The food is absolutely delicious! I can't say enough about the flavor of their pasta sauces! The salmon was so buttery and a huge piece! The shrimp was cooked perfectly as well! The portions are perfect and service is awesome! This is going to become a regular spot for sure!

Blade 1936 was recommended by a family friend who celebrated their birthday here. Parking is tricky on Thursdays because of the market but we were pleasantly surprised when the chef was hanging out up front and helping us look for parking. The ambiance appeared industrial yet chic. Definitely a trendy place to go on date night. As a new parent, it is always nice to see other families were accommodated there as well. Service was great. Hostess and waitstaff were friendly and attentive. Chef was awesome. Happy hour was stellar. Food tastes even better when it's on discount. The calamari was scrumptious. Margherita pizza had a balance of flavors. Basil was nice and aromatic. Ordered the Amari spaghetti, which had a lot of toppings. They did not skirt on the seafood (scallops, shrimp, squid, mussels), which I appreciated. Slightly spicy but still delicious. Nice to see they give complimentary birthday cakes (which seems rare nowadays.) tiramisu was to die for!

I've been wanting try this place for some time and a friend and I decided to stop by on a FRI night in the middle of the high tourist season. We had to sit outside because the place was packed, but the experience was still great. We ordered drinks right away. My friend got the signature cocktail Lisa Bella and loved it. I got a local Hazy IPA which was perfect. They have local rotating handles of a lager, IPA, Hazy IPA and Pilsner so you can always get the type of beer you want from one of the fantastic local breweries. We ordered the Insalata Verde to start and it was really great. A fairly simple salad but the mix of tart goat cheese with the candied pecans and the vinaigrette, was a great way to start the meal. For entrees, we ordered the meat lovers pizza and the paparadelle with mushroom pasta and both were incredible. The pizza dough might be my favorite of all time. It's soft and gooey and wonderful. The meatball and pepperoni were also top shelf. The pasta was clearly made fresh and the texture and all the flavors mixed perfectly. We finished with their house made daily tiramisu. Now tiramisu is probably my favorite dessert and I consider myself a bit of an expert on it and this was some of the best I've ever had. Truly amazing stuff. I will definitely be back with the family so they can share in this amazing local restaurant. I'll probably wait until the Fall, though. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

I love this place the atmosphere is warm and inviting! The chef is Sicilian and the dishes are always amazing. I have recommended this hidden gem to do many people. Sometimes they have entertainment and their wine is delicious!

Service is on par . Our server Zaina was on top of knowing the menu. Gave drink recommendations , the best one was the Cabernet Joseph Carr, Paso Robles. We chose getting a bottle and skipped per glass . Her 2 appetizer recommendations were fantastic ! The short rib pasta was off the menu and she was able to get that for us. Zaina was always attentive. Loved that ! Ask for her. She will take care of you The food was beyond orgasmic. The portions just perfect and flavors to die for ! You just need to dine here to experience it. It looked like this was converted from a garage ? There is outside seating and each section is named for a city in Italy . We sat inside. Spacious . Crowded yet my boyfriend and I were able to hear each other . That is a plus in my book. This is a wonderful dining experience . I would definitely come back here ..often

Came here for dinner and stumbled onto the Wednesday Date Night deal for $85. It includes a shared appetizer, two entrees, a shared dessert and a bottle of wine. The bartender was our server and he was exceptional. The food, just the same as last time, is great - high quality ingredients and cooked well. This is a gem in downtown Oceanside.

We had a large party and the staff was very accommodating to our group. The waitresses were excellent and food was brought out quickly even with our large party. The food was delicious! Everything that evening turned out amazing! Highly recommend especially with a large party! Thank you to the staff and manager for making it a special night!

I've been here multiple times and the food is always amazing! It's also just a super cute place in downtown Oceanside with an awesome staff.

Everything about this place is perfect! I've been coming here for years and it's always a delightful experience. The food is delicious and I highly recommend the pizza's and their house made sangria is to die for! The service is great every time but nicole is the best. Love the ambiance and i can't recommend this place enough

A unique Italian restaurant in downtown Oceanside. The building is the original building of a well known newspaper from early 1936- hence the name of the restaurant . Cute clean entry way, in and out door seating. News paper clippings thru out to browse. A clipping from 1963 of JFK Jr. saluting his father's coffin driving by clipped out and framed takes you back in time. I tried wild mushroom risotto with mozzarella cheese with chicken. If you love mushrooms you will love this dish. And for dessert, tiramisu freshly made. Delicious! Great service from the front door hostess to our server and the Chef , Angelo - stopped by our table to asked how we enjoyed our meal.

Disappointed. The service was really bad. We felt like the "forgotten table" as everyone around us received service but we had to flag someone down to order drinks and had to ask (twice) for the appetizer plates to be removed after our entrees had arrived. We also heard employees complain about one another as well as about other customers who asked to move tables. . The sangria and speciality cocktail were both excellent, but the food was mediocre and not up to temp. Definitely skip the foccacina and caprese. I had high hopes but alas, they weren't met.

This place never ever disappoints. Food is amazing, staff is kind, accommodating and efficient. We have never had a bad experience here. We came tonight on Christmas Eve and we were a bit early for our reservation as our family flew in from CT and they were hungry and tired - Ahtziri was the hostess and she was extremely kind and was able to get us seated sooner- and they were very busy! Owners were festive and out and about greeting tables as they do every night, we have never visited without seeing the owners and chef engaged with their patrons. You can't go wrong at Blade 1936! Great location and ambiance too!

HORRIBLE SERVICE from a waiter, maybe in his mid 40's with no hair (we didn't get his name). We have come here to eat with our coworkers (we have a business down the street) and family on many occasions in the last few years and it has been good up until recently. The last 3 times in the past few months we have had horrible service from one of the waiters. The guy seems like he hates his job. He seems very stressed and at times aggressive when taking our order. Anytime we ask for anything he makes it seem like we are bothering him. He made a few mistakes with our food one time and didn't really apologize, didn't try to make it better or anything. Additionally we had to speak with I assume the manager and she was just as rude. We have never had bad service here before. I don't know what's going on but the owner or real managers need to reevaluate who they have working at this place, it used to be a nice friendly place to visit now it's not. We won't be returning anytime soon.

We came in on a busy weekend night, and got seated in the overflow section, which honestly just seemed like a large storage room in the back of the restaurant, so already the ambience in relation to the higher prices for a supposedly more upscale Italian restaurant were at odds. Ordered two dishes: the braised beef in red wine sauce, which turned out somewhat inedible because the texture more resembled meatloaf and lacked that rich stew flavor. Fortunately, they did allow us to send the dish back (somewhat reluctantly - mind you, this is the first time I've ever actually sent a dish back!), and took that off the bill. Next up was the grilled octopus, which was a solid 4 stars. This was a good octopus - good, but not great. Overall, I would rate this restaurant between 3-4 stars. Maybe we should've ordered the pizza (which appears to be their specialty), instead of the entrees.

My wife and I met the owner of the restaurant Kim, at dinner at another restaurant and he invited us to come and enjoy a free dessert if we ever stopped by. First coming in we were greeted by the hostess and they took us straight to our table. The overall restaurant has an overall homie vibe. There was an outdoor patio, back side seating area and inside bar sitting area. There were TVs and the clippers game was on, so I was enjoying the vibe. We decided to do a pasta which my wife chose which was a seafood spaghetti, which came out pipping hot at the same time with the pizza which was the Gorgonzola pizza which I really enjoyed with the blue cheese. Our appetizer the calamari was not too battery and the marinara was delicious, it had little cut onions in there which made it flavorful. About half way through dinner Kim stopped by and asked if we been here before, and I mentioned we met last time at dinner which he did say he did remember us. He checked to see if we still had the card he gave us which offered the free dessert which was a tiramisu. I said sure did, he said make sure your waiter sees the card and we'll get you that dessert. Kim is super nice and as the dinner rush came in and got busier he was walking around greeting everyone and checking in with everyone, to me that shows an owner is dedicated to his work and wants to make sure everyone who eats there feels like family. He explains to everyone the ingredients he gets comes directly from Italy and going there myself I can feel the authenticity. Thanks Kim again for the hospitality and the remembrance of my trip to Italy of delicious food which I can taste locally now thanks to your restaurant.

Visited Blade 1936 for Father's Day with a group of 9 people. We made reservations and we're able to start with drinks from their happy hour menu. Our server was Jade and she was so great, very friendly, attentive and accommodating! Ambience was nice, but kinda wish they had some music playing since the private room is a big echo-y. Everybody loved their food!! My pasta bolognese was delicious and my husband enjoyed his veal with mashed potatoes and veggies. I also ordered tiramisu to go and it was a nice treat. Highly recommend!

Superb food, we had pasta dishes, calamari and cannoli for dessert. Every dish is great. I love my clams with linguine, I can eat this everyday! We sat outside, got there around 6pm and services were prompt. All staff are courteous. Our server Nicole, wow she's great. Super helpful, nice, professional, courteous. We felt welcomed, she was conversing with our children so they feel included. We have been to many restaurants and Nicole is a 5+! We highly recommend this restaurant!

Phenomenal Italian food in the heart of coastal Oceanside! I can't rave enough about the authenticity of the food. We got the arancini for an appetizer and they were delicious -- not greasy or heavy like they can be if not made properly. The pasta entrees were out of this world! We got the gnocchi which literally melted in your mouth. Not gummy or chewy like most gnocchi can be. And the truffle pasta was delicately flavored with truffle and not overwhelming like a lot of truffle dishes are. Not to mention that our waitress was fantastic and helped us with our choices. The owner also came out and made the rounds to each and every table to make sure we were enjoying our meal. He stood and talked with us for a good five minutes. The ambience of the historic building in Oceanside added even more charm to this delicious gem. I can't stop thinking about this place and will definitely be back soon!

Our server Sarah was absolutely amazing. She suggested a bottle of wine (the name is escaping my memory) that was absolutely delicious. The food (especially the pasta) tasted remarkable and from appetizers to entrees everything came out fast and tasted amazing. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating and the asthetic is perfect for a date night or nice family putting. The owner also came out and checked on every single table to ensure we were pleased with our service. Definitely looking forward to our next date night here, and hopefully to have Sarah as our server again.

Amazing, authentic and fresh with really nice ambiance and great service! Dough imported from Italy!

No Flavor! Mind you ordered non-meat dishes but when the waiter suggested the fried cauliflower was bland because after all it's cauliflower, I knew I was in trouble. I asked the bust boy if they used salt, pepper, garlic, basil, oregano, etc and he said he didn't know. Our waiter then interjected that they did and appeared offended by my inquiry. The cauliflower though fried to perfection it was full of oil and had literally no flavor, it was like eating crunchy air. The pasta was the veggie rigatoni, it was a bug bowl of the same. A saucey bowl of tomato sauce and sliced veggies. No seasoning no deep umami flavor. The high note was the tuirmisu,it was quite good and I am not a fan of things with espresso but it was yummy. Definitely won't return, not worth the online hype.

We had a last minute outing with friends and decided to try Blade. We are so happy we did. The salad and pasta and salmon were all amazing. Rotating taps with a Blood Orange IPA was a nice surprise as well. We finished with the scratch made tiramisu... AMAZING!

Here's a review based on your experience: --- I've visited this restaurant a few times and while the food is decent, my most recent experience was disappointing. Our group of six had a 20% tip automatically added to the bill, which totaled $45. On top of that, they charged us an extra $20 for cutting two pieces of cake that we brought from outside. What made it worse is that we weren't informed about this fee beforehand. We didn't even ask the waitress to cut the cake--she did it on her own and then added the charge. We would have been happy to cut the cake ourselves, but she insisted on doing it. I believe that if you're already adding a substantial tip to the bill, a cake-cutting fee is unnecessary. Unfortunately, this experience has really soured my opinion of the place, and I won't be returning anytime soon.

Food is excellent! Service our first time there was spot on, second time we were there was slightly left on the game. This location is excellent for any type diets. Whether you're vegetarian, or vegan they can accommodate that too! I was doing a Vegan Diet phase last year and their options were delicious. And it wasn't a super hassle either. They were totally ready menu wise. So you can come with your meat eater friends and not have an issue.

Great food. Service was fast. Too loud, but will not go against my rating since food was excellent and service was great.

Went during Ironman weekend on a Friday and it was crazy busy. We were super lucky to have made a reservation the night before and got seated within 15 minutes. Even though there was a huge crowd of people, the staff was very nice and checked on us many times throughout our quick dinner. The carbonara pizza was excellent. The dough was perfectly doughy and crunchy. The Parmesan fries were okay. A little bland and nothing impressive. And the cozze scoppiate is a must have if you like eating mussels. Overall, nice place to watch a game, enjoy some drinks, and eat some delicious pizza.

This is an Excellent restaurant both in food and service. We did not care for the table they first gave us. After my wife spoke to the hostess they moved us to a much better table and apologized. Our waitress was excellent and very attentive. The appetizers were very tasty. Our main courses were both delicious and a good portion. The owner came over to our table and spoke to us. He was a very pleasant gentleman. We highly recommend this restaurant.

Such a fabulous place! The food is always super good- never had a plate I didn't really love:). Last night our server, Sarah made the night even better. Absolutely stellar service. Fun and efficient. My only gripe is it's so horribly loud. I don't know why they don't use some sort of draperies for sound deadening. I recommend sitting outside.

Excellent modern Italian food. Loved there different options. Something there for everyone. They offered wide variety of gluten-free options as well. The cabanas out on the patio are very cozy and there's a parking garage close by.

Great food, amazing service. Casual and comfortable, but nice enough to celebrate an occasion with an authentic Italian feel. We were the last patrons and they didn't rush us out. As a matter of fact Sara took my son to meet the chef because the tiramisu was very good. Looking forward to trying more things on the menu.

My honey and I went here for our anniversary and it was so lovely. It had a great atmosphere and great service! The owner came to our table and chatted for a bit which was so nice! I got the ribeye and that was soooo good and tender! My honey got a pizza which was cooked perfectly. We will definitely come back!

I came here this past weekend for dinner. I had high hopes due to the great reviews I had read on Yelp. I was really in the mood for some authentic Italian food. Blade is located around downtown Oceanside in an awesome old building. This location was walkable from my hotel and is near many hotels and the beach. We waited a little while after our reservation time, but not much. The hostess was friendly and greeted us as soon as we entered the restaurant. The inside of the restaurant was nicely decorated, had nice ambient lighting; overall, a nice comfortable restaurant with a cool, semi-romantic vibe. It was just very very loud in there, but no big deal. I ordered their focaccina appetizer hoping for some delicious doughy focaccia bread. Instead, what I got was dry, burnt, pizza crust cut into pizza slices. This was utterly disappointing, as I love focaccia. This was sent back and taken off our bill, which I appreciated. For the main course, I had the Pappardelle Ai Funghi E Olio Tartufato. This was a thick pasta tossed in a mushroom cream sauce and drizzled with truffle oil. I have to say that this pasta was outstanding, which is why it pains me to only give 3 stars here. My partner ordered the Bistecca Di Manzo Alla Brace, which was a ribeye steak with a side of grilled vegetables and potatoes. The potatoes and vegetables were pretty tasty, but the steak was very overcooked and under seasoned. It was highly disappointing. When you are charging so much money for a subpar dining experience, it is very disappointing for customers to spend so much on a meal they could've made better at home. The service was great, but a lot of the food just left a lot to be desired. I wouldn't come back here.

If I can give it zero stars I would!!! Came here for a date night. My partner did not like the cioppino. It was very very fishy smelling. He just put it aside and we shared my plate. Then the waitress came over and asked "what you didn't like it?" And he said "no it's very fish" and the waitress said "well it's a fish dish, I'll tell the manager" manager comes over and he's like nothing wrong with the cioppino. He was clearly upset. He kept asking why he didn't like it. It was super uncomfortable. Like we were in court or something. Then we he manger said fine I'll take it off the check extremely rude. So we said " I don't think we'll ever come back here again" and the MANGER said to us "that's fine with us" and walked alway. Never been treated that way before. Who says that

The food, drinks, dessert, staff and service were amazing!! We will definitely be coming back

Oh my goodness, just wrapped up dinner and the service was god awful. I love the apps and pasta here but the servers and bartenders lack training... For example, we ordered a scotch on the rocks with a soda water on the side and it was served to us combined with a salt rim? What? And then the second time it was still a scotch and soda combined, no salt rim. Then the third time it was just scotch, no rocks smh. Not sure if the bartender doesn't know what "on the rocks" mean? Plus, no water refills, dirty dishes piling up on our table, etc. Other than that, it was 15 min after we were seated before we were acknowledged, and it took a while to get the check even though our waitress was just standing by the register. The table next to us was also struggling to be noticed. Better off at allmine next door, and maybe better service coming when the new amalfi restaurant opens up. I'd love to continue going to Blade but I had a hungry baby at home and I didn't expect dinner to take 2 hrs.

Came to this place for the first time and tried their Penne Arrabbiata pasta. The pasta was really Good, but charging $8 to add chicken should be a little more than 6 thin slices.

Our monthly dinner club met here on a Tuesday night. We always make reservations when we can, so they were ready for us. From the hostess, to the bartender, to the waiter, to the Executive Chef... we felt like we were VIPs. Our order included lots of different delicious treats from the menu. Nothing disappointed. Our group included people with special food needs and the team at Blade didn't blink. The highlight was when the Chef came out to talk to us about the gnocchi preparation.

Coming from Jersey, my taste buds for Italian are spoiled. Yet still, every time I'm back in Oceanside, I find myself always wanting Blade. I've had the bolognese, ravioli, gnocchi, bruschetta, and pizza on various visits, and not one thing has let me down. The Capo cocktail on their menu is a favorite, and you must finish your dinner with tiramisu. The vibe is somewhat upscale and the service is impeccable every time I visit. I highly recommend Blade all day, every day, and every course.

Great ambiance, amazing food, and wood fired pizza to die for. Get the prosciutto and burrata appetizer!!

Great food! Friendly and knowledgeable staff! Wide selection of wines. The place is always full so I would recommend making reservations.

Sadly way I'll say that something happens to this restaurant. I went there many times and I didn't have no disappointment but I cannot say that from my last visited . Octopus didn't have tasty Risotto's wasn't even being totally cooked and also no flavor in there . I went there to celebrate my birthdays and I left sad