North Italia

We waited a bit even though we had a reservation. It took a long time to get our food. Menu was priced for good food but it was just edible and lacked flavor. Their restrooms were gross. Will not return. No thank you!

Delicious dinner at North Italia! Lovely restaurant, we sat outside on the dog friendly patio which also has heat lamps. We started with the Italian meatballs, and for entrees had the grilled branzino, ricotta cavatelli, chicken pesto and chicken Parmesan. The service was excellent, very friendly and attentive. Recommend, great little mall walk around after.

Visited for the first time recently for a business dinner and overall fantastic experience. Hosts were very accommodating and so was our waitress. She provided us with recommendations and was very pleasant to interact with. Water glasses were never empty! Food was excellent - highly recommended the eggplant parmigiana as a shareable, it does have a little heat kick! I ordered the scallops which were equally as phenomenal and filling. The table ordered the only red blend on the menu and it was deliciously smooth. The outdoor patio was uncovered, and unfortunately due to rain was unavailable for seating. Environment can become noisy inside, but our table did not experience any difficulty hearing each other. Suitable for kids dining with parents. Parking can be a challenge- free garage parking available on 3 levels or valet. The restaurant is located in a shopping center, which is nice to walk through after dinner. Highly recommended making a reservation! While waiting for my group to arrive for our reservation, two customers were offered seats, but would have to wait 45 mins due to a full house on a Wednesday!

Always a family favorite. We love coming here for the ambiance as well as the food of course! There is nothing on the menu that I wouldn’t recommend, but some of our favs are the Spicy Rigatoni, Spicy Ink pasta, Margarita pizza, Italian Farm salad, classico board, prosciutto bruschetta, and the calamari! Kailee our server was awesome, made our experience even more delightful:) Thank you for being so friendly and accommodating 💕

We had reservations but still had to wait (10-15 minutes) for a table. Bruschetta and calamari were delicious. Pizza was decent; nothing too special. Service was good and everyone was accommodating and friendly. Seating and interior was well-designed, but it got a little noisy.

Pretty comfortably the worst option in one paseo. Go anywhere else. The pasta dishes are comparable to microwaved plates from a grocery store, but over salted and comically priced. I got their take on lasagna, with short rib meat, two things I like a lot. It was two undercooked noodles with crusty edges, burnt deli meat cheeses, and a dollop of short rib on top. For $30 dollars a plate and tasting that bad, I couldn’t not leave a review. I live walking distance away so I was hoping this would be decent but I will not be returning.

So I go to North Italia a lot, but I’ve not tried this location before as I live near the Irvine one. It was super busy so it was understandable, but our meal came late because of a mixup with tickets in the kitchen so I think our dish was rushed. Our appetizer meatballs were super tasty, but pasta was undercooked due to them rushing it out. The highlight of the experience was the manager. He’s handled everything professionally and took care of our meal. Without him speaking to us, I probably would’ve left a 2 star review. That’s what being a restaurant is all about when mistakes are made! Thank you for the great experience and excited to come in next time

Great place for Sunday brunch. We celebrated my girlfriend Birthday with party of 8. Food and drinks were pretty nice. Highly suggest French toast, avocado toast, Mediterranean scramble and beet&chicken salad. Great service too

We had Breanne tonight as a server and she was fantastic! Very attentive and made the experience exceptional! We also had the meatballs pasta for the first time and loved it

Good: ambience, mocktails, pizza Just okay: the service, the value, the pasta Not so good: the arancini had almost no flavor but salt- I love salt but these were the saltiest things I've ever tasted I'm pretty disappointed in the service. I know it was around Valentine's week and they're busy but it was pretty bad.

More like a 3.5. Last time we went it would have been a solid 4 but it's a bit shabby lately. Had res for an early Wednesday dinner but still it was a big deal to get us at a table WITH RESERVATIONS FOR A BDAY DINNER that wasn't a high top. Despite decidedly not full house. See photo for condition of seating. Server was a ray of sunshine. Loved her. We'd always loved the food before but this was not up to par. Crispy eggplant parm would have been perfect but omg over salted. All in our party said this as soon as they tasted. Carpaccio delicious but too delicate and thinly sliced and meager portion. The vodka penne was tasty but pasta way overcooked. Pizza mid. Meatball pasta very tasty decent. Best dish was the squid ink linguine with seafood. Mercifully, this was what I'd chosen. Pasta al dente and nicely spicy sauce with perfectly cooked seafood. So there's that. Couldn't deal with dessert after the experience at that point and there was no acknowledgement of my daughter's bday at all. So why do they bother asking that on open table?!? Not even a HBD greeting. Maybe if I return it's just for a quick lunch which was what we loved last time ...but maybe not

Ok WOW This has to be the best Italian food place in San Diego. Got the white truffle garlic bread as an appetizer and the butter that it came with was the perfect amount of garlic goodness! I had the hot honey and smoked prosciutto pizza and it was the perfect balance of spicy and sweet-- the dough and tomato sauce were chefs kiss. Very well worth its price point and the ambiance there is perfect! Love the cute little flower vases and candle. Will be coming back anytime I'm craving bomb Italian food :)

So happy to learn they have a North Italia located in one area of a tiny outdoor shopping center after having dined at their Norcross, GA for the first time which by the way was excellent. Likewise the dining and ambience mirrored my first time venture from last year. Unlike the other time where I ordered the vodka rigatoni I had ordered the pizza which although was good actually the uneaten slices were just warm as the temperature quickly cooled and had 3 large slices packed up in a to go box.

This restaurant is within walking distance from my office, so I like to come here when I'm in a mood for pizza. I absolutely love the funghi pizza here! Love the light and crispy crust. The beet salad with the addition of grilled salmon is also a favorite of mine. I've always had a positive experience when dining here and the food is always consistently good.

Excellent experience here this time. Brian was a great server, very patient with a picky member of my party and with great advice. My cocktail with elderflower and lemon was fabulous. The simple salad at $11 was a nice portion, and super tasty. It had a very good Gorgonzola dressing. And I really enjoyed the crispy eggplant Parm. The patio is lovely and there were nice heaters. Excellent evening out!

Meh. This was an interesting dining experience. Our server was not very good on this visit. We were always looking for her, but she had so many other tables, it was very hard to get table service. We needed a new set of cutlery and it took about 20mins to get it. Meanwhile, our food was delivered at the table and we could not eat together as we were waiting on a new set of cutlery. Food tasted good but I got sick with food poisoning when we got home, and for 2 days afterwards. I called the restaurant that same night to let them know, the person who took my call did not seem interested in me notifying them. The restaurant was very noisy and busy. This is probably not a good date night dining location if you want to hear each other talking dinner. We will probably not return but it was nice to be able to come check it out to see what it is about.

Wow! I had a solid 10/10 dinner at North Italia! It was my first time, and I sat outside on the patio, getting roasted by their outdoor fire stand. My BFF and I ordered their prosciutto truffle bruschetta, and the truffle was trufflin, it was so good! Their mussels with the buttery thyme broth were delicious and plentiful. We split their spicy vodka pasta, which was cooked al dente and had the perfect ratio of meat to sauce. All in all, it was a solid dinner. I'd definitely come back. Every single staff member was friendly, sweet, and attentive. Besides the food, their service really stood out to me. Great job!

The arugula and avocado salad with salmon was everything I hoped for! It was a refreshing mix of greens with delicious bits of grana padano. The salmon was cooked medium - perfectly done and incredibly flavorful. Our server was a gem, being exceptionally kind to our party. She made the birthday girl feel special and even took several group photos for us, which we really appreciated. I've been to North Italia in OC as well. From what I've experienced, North Italia's service is exceptional with large parties and celebrations.

Came here on Sunday around 730ish and got seated right away. The restaurant is really cute and clean. Our server Noah served us right away and we were able to get our food quickly. Everything was so delicious! Noah told us that they cook everything fresh so the restaurant doesn't have freezer, only for their dessert ice cream. The pasta was so chewy and so delicious. Scallop was on the saltier side but absolutely delicious other than that. I would definitely come back to try more dishes

We came here for dinner on a Saturday to celebrate a family birthday. Since we made a reservation, we were seated quickly. We had outdoor seating which was nice except for the pesky yellow jacket that was flying around our table. Thank goodness it left after several minutes. The indoor seating looked good too. Our server was very friendly and helpful and I wish I remembered his name. We ordered the Calamari and Mussels to start. The mussels were very good but the salami was quite spicy which made the sauce spicy. Even the others at the table who have a high spicy tolerance said it was spicy. The calamari was okay. It was more breaded than needed. For our entrees we ordered the Braised Short Rib Lumache which was creamy so it was on the heavier side. The Squid Ink Tonnomelli was tasty. The Seared Sea Scallops were okay. It was slightly spicy but the texture was okay. The Strozzapreti was described as average. And the Grilled Branzino was just okay as well. I haven't had Branzino before and don't think I will get it again. It was described as comparable to sea bass but I think it was fishier and not as flavorful and a little tougher. Nothing spectacular. So in summary, the ambiance and service deserved 5 stars while the food earned 3 stars hence four stars. It was worth trying this one time.

Came here with four adults and two toddlers a few nights ago. They gave crayons and a coloring sheet menu for the kids. The interior vibe was nice. Server was nice and not intrusive. Other servers were also very friendly. We ordered the calamari fritti, arugula and avocado salad, funghi pizza, hot honey pizza, spicy rigatoni vodka, and ricotta cavatelli to share family style. Loved the funghi pizza and the pastas. Haven't had anything like the ricotta cavatelli. The sauces with the calamari were a nice touch. Also got a free dessert of our choice for a birthday so we got the donuts which came in four pieces and were pretty yummy. The place is pretty pricey so I could only justify coming for a nice dinner or special occasion but overall a nice dining experience.

Food-- great! Higher end of casual Italian cuisine. Lots of choices for food and plenty for drinks. It was nice they offered us a taste of wine before we committed to a glass. There are also zero proof options. I got the pina no lada-- good for those who like pineapple and coconut. Food was overall great and good portion sizes. Salmon-- slightly too salty at the edges but otherwise crispy, moist, and large. The pesto risotto with it was very tasty. Service-- excellent! Our waitress was so friendly and courteous. Our food came out in perfect timing with appetizers, entrees, followed by dessert. She checked in on us very well. Ambiance-- classy! Came for dinner-- lights were dimmed but there were candles at each table. Celebrated my birthday dinner at a different location in the past & it didn't disappoint again for my partner's bday! We enjoyed a celebratory bday dessert on the house. There's also options to sit at the bar or outside. Appreciate the individualized restrooms & able to see the kitchen. Also in general, love One Paseo mall-- It's nice place to sit or walk around after eating.

Came in for the first time to celebrate my daughters birthday! The service was amazing and the food was delicious! Highly recommended! Over all great ambiance and our server Marcie was amazing and super nice! She recommended some amazing dishes! My daughter was one happy birthday girl!

So this was a last-minute stop on my solo date with myself. I will mention I was not dressed as fancy as I would've liked. I just finished a hike at Torrey Pines and was absolutely famished and in the mood for pasta. After doing a search, I saw this spot and said, "Let's do it." One thing I love is there was no face from the wonderful hostess at the entrance when I said table for one. They hyped me up, which I truly appreciated. I feel like eating alone is an amazing experience. All of the staff were super kind and hospitable. My server was Annika, who was phenomenal at providing recommendations. I wanted a beverage for sure, and I let her know I was a Whiskey gal and recommended a drink that HIT THE SPOT! Super refreshing after my hike, the Veni Vidi Vici. Let me mention I have never been a tomato soup gal, but it is a must try from here. The balance is spectacular, and their croutons added an amazing crunch. The zspicy Rigatoni Vodka I will be coming back to try more food items. Side note: I opted to sit outside on a Saturday afternoon. Some of the staff asked if I wanted one of the blinds down to be more comfortable. They care about your experience and it shows in the way they treat you.

Rigatoni Vodka Pasta is a MUST ORDER if you love a sausagey fennel flavor and bold spice. The sausage chunks were big, juicy, and a-plenty. Perfection. The tortelloni al pomodoro was also so good. Cheese filling was super creamy. Service, however, prevents North Italia from receiving 5 stars. They never came to ask us how the food was, and never refilled the water. Nice elevated-casual ambiance with tall ceilings.

Super nice location. The food was really tasty. We shared the heirloom tomato and burrata small bites appetizer the Caesar salad was also spectacular and super flavorful. For our entree my wife and I shared the Hot honey and smoked prosciutto pizza. Let me just say the dough is so soft and fresh, it's mind blowing. Compliments to the culinary staff. The serving staff was awesome too! Our server was very attentive but never intrusive. The food runners had the best attitudes which made us feel super welcome. The patio has a nice vibe. San Diego has the best weather. They have plenty of shade and umbrellas to help keep it cool. Can't wait to come back. Definitely a treat.

North Italia didn't quite hit the mark this time. Grabbed a couple pizzas to go for a beach stop, but they were off--overcooked, a bit dry, and crust-astrated with more black char than usual. I figure it sat in the oven a touch too long, but hey, every spot has its rough days. I've enjoyed other North Italias plenty, so I'm not sweating it too hard. Service was solid enough--just a bump in the road, probably not the norm.

The foods are delicious, especially the spicy rigatoni. The sauce is a little spicy but pairs well with the pasta. Paste is freshly made and very chewy. The entire area is clean and spacious. I love how they hanging the rooster painting on the wall has a description for it as well. The open kitchen is quite awesome too. You can see people preparing foods and the how tidy it is. The outdoor sitting area looks nice. Next time, will try to sit outside. As it's quite warm during the daytime when the sun's out during winter.

07/20/24 - Late Post Came here for my birthday lunch. We made a reservation just to be sure. This was my first time here in this area and it was such a confusing adventure to find the parking and the restaurant. There were three of us and all of us had a hard time locating the restaurant, but we made our reservation. Staff here is nice and let me sit without my party. It got pretty busy though and at some point, there was some delay getting refills on our drinks and getting the bill. I like how the kitchen is behind glass, so you can see the activity back there. We ordered the following: * Heirloom tomato and burrata - This is my favorite appetizer but I thought it came with bread but it didn't. I guess its meant to eat on its own but we ordered some grilled bread and it was so good. * bolognese - one of my faves here. So good. * tuscan half chicken - my friend ordered this and I tried some and it is sooo good. Very moist and flavorful. Will definitely order this next time I go. * Chicken Parmesan - very good, the chicken was not dry at all and was very flavorful. I love this restaurant. I always go to the Fashion Valley location so it was nice to try this one. Highly recommend coming here to try the food. You won't regret it. I originally put 4 stars for being unable to easily find the place but that's not their fault. So it is 5 stars for me.

North Italia has two locations in San Diego, so ensure you have the right location when making reservations. We went to the restaurant at One Paseo, and it had a good ambience with candlelit dining tables. We waited about 15 minutes inside at a non-dining table to avoid the chilly weather. We arrived at about 8 pm, and while I noticed some empty dining tables, we were one of the last parties to check in. We ordered the cacio e pepe arancini (crispy risotto) ($15.50), strozzapreti ($24.50), chicken parmesan ($26), and Bolognese (house specialty) ($25.50). Service seemed to slow down because I thought their staffing levels seemed to run low. We initially wanted to order a pizza instead of the crispy risotto appetizer, but they unfortunately ran out of pizza dough. While the crispy risotto tasted flavorful, I unfortunately found it not worth its price because of its small portion size. The strozzapreti tasted delicious because of the pasta sauce. It came with roasted chicken and mushrooms, spinach, and parmesan cream. The strozzapreti (elongated hand-rolled) pasta noodles tasted fresh, but I wish they felt a little firmer. However, I found it tastier than their Bolognese house specialty, and it had a great portion size. Given that the food tasted solid, I compared North Italia's prices to those of local restaurants in San Diego. Some around the area offered pasta at lower prices, so I question whether I would have received equal or higher quality food at local restaurants in the area.

Delicious. first off, we got a nice patio seat on a beautiful day. The server (I forgot to ask his name, but brown hair brown eyes, super thoughtful) put the shade down for us, refrigerated a surprise for us, and gave great recommendations. Best server ever. The food was great! I had the pesto which had great flavor and the texture of the pasta was perfect. My sister had bolognase and that pasta was also delicious. The server asked for it to be made dairy free (no butter, no cheese). We also tried a gluten free pizza. The truffle bread and truffle butter was a great appetizer. I'm not from the area but I would be back to this place if I were.

Second time coming to North Italia (first time in Irvine) and honesty wasn't too impressed by the Del Mar location. Stayed there was 20 min wait time, but there was plenty of open tables & it too more like 30 mins. It was kind of disappointing how our dishes were not available since they ran out. We had to substitute ingredients for the market board, salad, and pesto and had to replace our already ordered dishes with other ones making us wait on the food to come out even longer than it already was taking. We were sat down at 7 pm, which is well before their 10 pm close. Some of the dishes tasted very basic, especially the bolognese which is their house speciality. It lacked flavor and tasted like there was no seasoning at all. Also, the noodles were really chewy. My favorite item was the crispy eggplant Parmesan. The sauce was phenomenal and ended up using it to dip the bread in. Other than that, the only notable dish was the Funghi pizza and white truffle bread, everything else (ordered 4 other dishes) was mediocre. We went for my boyfriend's birthday so they gave us a free cake to choose from their dessert menu which we appreciated. The lemon Olive oil cake was sweet and tangy and was also very moist. Probably wouldn't go to this location again.

AMBIANCE Modern, spacious, and inviting Italian restaurant, North Italia, is a breath of fresh air through its covered patio, open air bar, or inside with its floor to ceiling glazed storefront. SERVICE Kitchen staff can be seen hand-making pizza and pasta from scratch. Staff across four people were very attentive to our table. DRINK 5/5 POMEGRANATE MULE: bottega bacûr gin, tart pomegranate, bright lemon, sweet and effervescent fever tree ginger beer FOOD 5/5 ITALIAN MEATBALLS: Rich, tender, juicy beef meatballs atop creamy polenta, rustic marinara, and slices of grana padano 4.5/5 PIZZA - NAPLES WHITE: I found this creamy white pizza tasted better when cooled down and the flavors have gotten to know each other a little longer. It's made of house ricotta, pecorino romano, wild oregano, evoo, red onion. HAPPY HOUR Weekdays 3-6pm

What a great place to dine! Great ambience and lots of folks sitting around the bar enjoying conversation. I ordered the happy hour bruschetta and it was incredible and full of flavor. The squid ink pasta was also very good, full of flavor. The bar I feel was a little behind all night as my food came out before my drink and was only checked on twice. Other than that it was a great experience.

Our visit to North Italia, nestled in One Paseo, on a Saturday evening at 5 pm left us with mixed impressions. While we had made reservations initially, it seemed unnecessary upon arrival, though the restaurant filled up quickly after we arrived. So, reservations are a good idea. The ambiance had a nice balance between upscale and casual, lending itself to a dining experience that felt both refined and relaxed. Fortunately, parking proved to be a non-issue at One Paseo, adding to the convenience of our evening. A standout aspect of our experience was the commendable customer service. We were promptly greeted and seated, with Sam, our waiter, proving to be both attentive and helpful throughout the evening, striking the perfect balance between attentiveness and allowing us to savor our meal. The remainder of the staff mirrored this level of friendliness and efficiency. As for the food, while it was generally enjoyable, there were moments where it fell short of expectations. We started with the Blackened Mediterranean Mussels, a true highlight of the evening. Each mussel was perfectly prepared with a rich flavor profile heightened by the delectable broth. Accompanied by bread, this appetizer could easily stand alone as an entrée. Moving on to our main courses, the Chicken Pesto, with shrimp substituted for chicken, was a triumph of flavors. The dish had a perfect blend of pesto, pine nuts, capers, basil, and shrimp mixed perfectly with the pasta--and a satisfyingly sized portion. Conversely, the Ricotta Cavatelli failed to impress, both in terms of portion size and flavor. Despite its promise of crab and shrimp, the ricotta pasta lacked depth, with the crab barely discernible amid the plainness of the dish. The entree barely filled the bottom of the bowl it was served in. Our dinner concluded on a high note with the indulgent tiramisu cup, which provided a delightful finish to our meal. In summary, while our dining experience at North Italia was pleasant overall, the inconsistency in the execution of dishes, particularly the underwhelming Ricotta Cavatelli, left room for improvement.

North Italia is exactly what you expect at a shopping mall: nicer space than the food court, but mediocre food at a higher price. Service was great, but food has gone downhill. My special hot honey and prosciutto pizza was lukewarm when I received it which didn't help. Smoky mozzarella was clumpy, no yummy gooey cheese. No heat from the honey so came off too sweet. The prosciutto was in large hard hunks--should have cut it up smaller so customer isn't chewing on jerky with arugula hanging from their mouth. The calamari appetizer was like a beer batter and oily. The calamari was overcooked and very chewy. My friend's pasta was ok, but bland. Overall would only recommend if you are at Fashion Valley for a birthday, but there are many better Italian restaurants driving distance.

I've been to this North Italia location before since it's close to work. I'm a bit disappointed that it wasn't as good as last time. Not sure if they were understaffed, but our server rarely checked in with us. We had ordered the same time she came around to ask for drinks, but she didn't even come back with our waters. It wasn't until others served our lunch that we then asked for water. Again, the indoor and outdoor seating both look nice. I like the quality plates, napkins, lemon in wedge in water, etc. But be aware that loud construction is still happening right next door during the day. Food was just okay... I got the braised pork lamache. The braised pork was extremely salty. Like, it makes me wonder if they accidentally salted the food twice. Maybe someone knew of this though because the noodles were undersalted to compensate. Otherwise it tasted fine. For $26 for some pasta, I expected a bit better.

Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Food: 3 Pasta noodles were too hard and eggplant dish was too salty. Meatballs were tasty and pizza was pretty good. I wouldn't say impressive but decent neighborhood Italian place.

Lunch with my girl while doing some shopping. We Love this place and specifically this location! Everyone here makes me feel like family.! I came on a Wednesday afternoon while shopping with one of my girls. Our server mentioned the brunch menu and we decided to go for it. We knew it was more food than we usually order but decided to bring some home for the family. We ordered Arancini ( the main reason we came) and Bolognese Pasta and Spicy Vodka Pasta. Both were amazing as usual. We had the Lemon Olive Oil Cake to go and enjoyed it later with our family. Love this place and the vibe!

One word... Shrink-flation. I came in for dinner and ordered their spicy rigatoni vodka entree. While the flavors were very good, the portion size was extremely small. It was more like an appetizer. It was supposed to have sausage but I saw none. There were a few tidbits of pancetta. After tax and tip it came out to $35! Over priced for the amount of food served. I was still very hungry but wasn't going to waste my money here so I ordered take-out from another restaurant. Won't be going back any time soon.

North Italia in Del Mar is such a beautiful restaurant with warm, genuine service. I love all the staff here. Some unfortunate observations though from this most recent visit. Meatball appetizer with the polenta is something I always order. This time the meatballs were not thoroughly hot in the center. One of the meatballs had a noticeably dense, off-putting texture. The poleta base was hot & tasty as usual. I did try the new Lasagna Bianca al Forno. There was a generous amount of braised short rib on top. The center of the lasagna was not hot and rather bland. Not sure I would order it again. Also, their plating now with the stainless steel baking dishes right on top of plates is awkward and frustrating. It's almost like eating on an air hockey table. They really need to put a cloth napkin in between or some other friction agent. This was a surprising oversight in their attention to detail. Tiramisu was excellent!

Food and ambiance are great! We got the kids cheese and their pizza is a highlight at all their restaurants. We got the mussels appetizer were decent. The short rib pasta and arugula are great. The affogato was a great way to top it off.

I've been here a couple of times now and I'm a little back-and-forth with how I feel about North Italia. I gave it four stars though because the Chicken Parmesan, that I had this time, was truly the best one I've ever had. Had the right amount of crunch, and the pasta itself was perfect. The service on the other hand left a lot to desire. No one quite felt like they wanted to be there (I don't quite blame them) but then our waiter didn't want to tell us what the pasta was because her "italian pronunciation was too bad", and finally they failed to tell us that there is a $35 fee for us bringing our own cake. Would've just appreciated some more transparency. But again, get the Chicken Parm.

We had the worst meal & service! Understand that it was a Saturday night but still not okay. It took 10 minutes to be acknowledged at the bar. Our salad came out fast and it was delicious but our pizzas took an additional 30 minutes and they were disgusting. They were doughy and lacked flavor. I asked if they changed their recipe and barely got a response. The bartender never even asked us how our food was. I actually threw up in the parking lot after leaving. Will never go back!

Hit and some misses for this location. Posh location with nice areas to congregate in the common outdoor area. We ordered quite a bit of different options: Meatballs 3.5/5 Tuscan kale salad 5/5 Garlic truffle bread 3.5/5 Bucatini pasta 3.5/5 House ragu 4/5 Pork sausage with vodka sauce penne 3.5/5 (slightly salty) Branzino fish 5/5 (very fresh) Steak with risotto 3/5 (risotto was very salty and steak was just sirloin nothing special) Pig pizza (forgot to take pic) 4/5

I recently dined at North Italia in San Diego and had a fantastic experience! The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the Bolognese. It was rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, making it a standout dish. One of the best parts was that they were able to portion it out perfectly when shared, ensuring everyone at the table got to enjoy it equally. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was attentive and friendly. I highly recommend North Italia for anyone looking for a delicious Italian meal in a great setting. I'll definitely be back!

Amazing space to host a group for Happy Hour! We were recently there on a weeknight and got to sample the Farmers Market Board, Meat and Cheese Board, a couple of pizzas and the zucchini chips at Happy Hour prices along with drinks, of course. We stayed for a couple hours. Ambience and decor is great. Service was attentive and One Paseo has ample free parking.

I enjoyed dinner here on a weeknight. The parking can be a challenge so plan extra time to get through the parking garage before your reservation. I enjoyed the spicy rigatoni vodka dish with a glass of Chianti. The service was friendly and the atmosphere lovely. It was busy but not too busy with enough seating. Delicious!

We ate outside on the lovely patio enjoying San Diego's sunshine. Our server was attentive enough to bring want we wanted and happily modified my menu selection but smart enough to leave us alone to celebrate. We were a group of 7, so I expected a wait and it seemed about right. The food was a delicious and good to look at too. She started us with the squishiest bread and then took our orders. The kitchen split some salads in the back which was helpful, and my only regret is that I did not have room to try dessert of a latte afterwards.

If you have not been to this place yet do yourself a favor and go! It's one of our favorite restaurants. The service is always on point and the food is amazing. Every time we come back we try a new dish and it's just as great as the last. The Bruschetta, garlic bread, and meatballs are a must try!! Come here for lunch, after work drinks, enjoy date night on the patio or at the bar. This restaurant is perfect for whatever type of visit you fancy.

Service: staff was wonderful. The manager on duty came to our table to make sure everything was amazing. It was. Food: Hands down the best tiramisu I have had in the area. The Bolognese was great but my husband's dish of strozzapreti was my favorite of the two. We had the calamari and at first was worried bc it was battered like an onion ring. The sauces it came with (mixed) made it so yummy. We had the white truffle garlic bread as well. It was so delicious! Most places we go are so loud but this place was perfect! We couldn't hear other tables chatting and the music wasn't so loud you can't talk. Bottom line perfect service, food, dessert and ambiance!

We ordered from here to go this weekend. I can't say the food was amazing but it was ok. I had the chicken parmigiana and the chicken was really salty but I did like it was a thin piece of chicken and cooked well. My husband had the spaghetti and meatballs and enjoyed them. Again, I found the meatballs to be salty. Overall it wasn't awful. It was good just a bit salty.

The food was very good, I had the pesto pasta and I wish the flavor was better with the pesto! Service was great and our waiter was really kind and the people at the front desk were so sweet. The ambiance was nice and the heaters were very warm and comfy! They're also very aware and cautious with allergies.

Love their scallops, nice atmosphere, and they let my dog on the patio! Very nice. Service was good. Never had issues in that department. Overall, really good food and much better than its neighbor next door. I like postino too but prefer North Italia. Food doesn't even compare.

I think their food and service is very good. I like going to the restaurants in One Paseo and for Italian this is a good pick.

THE TRUFFLE GARLIC BREAD HERE. Even if you're not gluten free...ask for it gluten free! Game changer. All the good here is amazing I can't pick, dessert though if you're lucky the tiramisu!!!

Great happy hour meatballs Take out is unorganized, but may have been do to front staff at the time.