Scuderie Italia
Italian restaurant · San Diego ·

Scuderie Italia

Italian restaurant · San Diego ·

Authentic Italian food, pizzas, homemade pasta, tiramisu

pizza
pasta
great service
wood-fired pizza
homemade pasta
thin crust pizza
friendly staff
attentive servers
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1525 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 Get directions

$20–30

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Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Dinner reservations recommended
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1525 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 Get directions

+1 858 352 6912
scuderieitalia.com
@scuderie_italia

$20–30 · Menu

Features

•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Dinner reservations recommended
•Cozy
•Family friendly
•Good for groups

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Jan 28, 2026

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Landini’s Pizzeria Lands Italian Restaurant in Pacific Beach | Eater San Diego

"Opening today in Pacific Beach, I note that this revival of the freestanding Garnet Avenue building is Leo Landini’s new Italian restaurant named as a tribute to Italian auto racing culture. It opens with indoor and outdoor dining plus takeout and delivery, will serve dinner nightly from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., and plans to start lunch service next month. The menu includes Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza made by an Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana–certified pizzaiolo topped with housemade mozzarella, and handmade pasta that can be paired with a choice of sauces; the menu was designed by chef Danilo “DJ” Tangalin, Jr." - Candice Woo

https://sandiego.eater.com/2020/10/1/21496949/landinis-pizzeria-scuderie-italia-italian-restaurant-pacific-beach
Scuderie Italia

Brian B.

Google
We had an amazing dinner with our daughter, her husband and the grandkids at Scuderie Italia last night. We arrived early so we had time to visit with the staff prior to ordering. Everyone was welcoming and professional. Gui was our server and he tended to our every need throughout our meal. The pizza’s here are delicious and the crusts are perfectly cooked and tasty. We shared a cannoli (thank you Gui and staff) and it was creamy perfection. A memorable dinner with family.

Rafaela A.

Google
I always have good experiences at this place but tonight was a big no no. The NUTELLA pizza was poorly made with chocolate syrup and nothing else. I eat that pizza at the restaurant and it is very good. Tonight was terrible. If you don’t have Nutella, just say “we don’t have it “. Do not ruin a reputation over that.

Jéh P.

Google
Excellent experience! The pizzeria is great, the pizza was delicious, and the service was outstanding. I would especially like to highlight Guilherme, who provided exceptional service — very polite, attentive, and professional. He truly made our experience even better. Highly recommended, and we will definitely be back!

Nicole M

Google
This is my favorite restaurant in Pacific beach. I particularly love their “red” pizzas with the thin crust and the explosive taste of their freshly made tomato sauce. I have tried a variety of other dishes as well, and everything was absolutely delicious.

Cara F

Google
We came here on a Friday night and got settled wherever we chose and we had our food served fresh and timely. It is pretty slow during the winter compared to the other times we’ve came. The staff is pleasant and every time we’ve come here we enjoy it. My only complaint is I wish they had better bread or that they started adding a slice of bread complimentary with you entree of pasta etc…

Stacy G.

Google
First time eating at this restaurant and it was delicious! This is a hidden gem I didn't even know existed until now. I had the Salsiccia with penne pasta and it was soo good, including the leftovers I just had at home! The Pagani cocktail was the perfect sweetness. I will definitely come back and try out their pizzas. Each person in your party can pay separately for their check if needed. Bread was not brought out until we asked, but it was good.

Robert Wojciechowski (Brb House On F.

Google
Good italian food. Our highlight was definitely the fluffy pizza crust.

Sparkles333

Google
I love the outdoor dining space! The menu has a wide variety of dishes that cater to different dietary needs. My favorite dish was their pizza, and the service was fantastic.
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Anne J.

Yelp
Five stars for the dishes being so distinct from each other. Not a trace of ubiquitous marinara sauce smothering everything as is often done in Italian restaurants. Each pizza had its own flavors. The lasagna sauce was understated. The brussel sprouts were a platform for sweet balsamic. The rucola salad refreshing. The risotto creamy.
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Tiffany C.

Yelp
The pizza was amazing! The meats all paired together well and the sausage was so flavorful. It was perfectly cooked in the oven and the crust was crispy yet soft. The pasta was also delicious but could use a bit more flavoring. I would have added sausage to it haha. The servers were attentive and made sure we were doing fine. They have Happy Hour M-Th from 4pm-6pm with some good deals.
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Ryan R.

Yelp
Dined here for the first time tonight for my friends birthday dinner and was very excited based off of the great reviews we read before coming here. Unfortunately most of us were met with disappointment and probably won't be coming back. We were a fairly large party, and as a server I completely understand that it can be difficult due to the large amount of people so our table was very patient and tried to give our server the benefit of the doubt for most things. First if all, one of our dishes came to the table and it had a piece of metal inside which cut my friend tongue. Our server was nice enough to take it off after we showed him and got them another dish. Next, one of my friends had ordered the lamb and it was extremely tough, brown and well done. We decided to ask our server if this was how it is normally made, which he replied yes. He was obviously not a fan of the dish but we were not met with any kind of concern to get the dish taken away, remade, or even taken off the table. If this is actually how the dish should be, make sure for everyone ordering the lamb that it comes well done! Finally , our entire party got all of our food, some of us getting multiple items and completely finished our meals while one of our party was left without food until everyone had basically finished. We were expecting that it was just taking a long time, but since it was getting unusually long we could assume that he had just forgotten, which happens all the time of course. However when we finally let him know, the dish came out and it wasn't even the correct dish he ordered. At that point we gave up and decided to just take everything to go. Overall, our party had a very mixed experience. The location is beautiful and I'm sure today was just an off day, however it was unpleasant enough to where it made us very upset for the rest of the night. I must add that our servers energy was amazing. He continuously checked up on us and was very kind, you can tell that he enjoys what he does, and I know nothing was intentional. Stuff happens like this happens all the time, but unfortunately tonight was just "okay" for us
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Salman S.

Yelp
Stopped by at Scuderie for lunch with a friend this afternoon. I've driven by many times over the years but didn't get a chance to stop by. We came by around 12:30 and the place was mostly empty with maybe one other table taken. I ordered a drink and the pasta of the day which was fettuccine Alfredo. The drink was Pagani which consisted of strawberry puree, sparkling lémonade seltzer water, prosecco garnished with strawberries and lemon and was very refreshing without being overly sweet. The fettuccine was also al dente and unlike some Italian restaurants, not covered in thick creamy sauce but instead a nice light coating of Alfredo sauce with pieces of chicken. I quite enjoyed it. Overall it wasn't a bad lunch. We sat in their side patio which had some nice Christmas lights and a Christmas tree on one side. The back wall had some motoGP art painted on it, which I quite enjoyed being a fan of MotoGP. I will be back here again.
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JJ G.

Yelp
I am extremely unsatisfied all around by the quality of their food and their service/employees. Extremely Rude, No parking, And all food is overpriced!!! This margarita pie tasted like actual cardboard. The crust LOOKED promising but couldn't even chew it! I'll never go back-
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Shasta L.

Yelp
One of the best pizza places with beer and wine I've tried here in SanDiego. The food was amazing although it was quite the wait to get the pizza board they did accommodate us well. The staff were all very nice and the restaurant was very busy even on a Monday night. The sourdough pizza crust was delicious along with all the toppings. With the board you can choose 3 different specialty pizzas but could take 30 minutes to make since it will take up the whole table. We got the Bianca, 5 Fromage, and the butcher, we also had the Calamari and we would eat it all again. They had a great patio and nicely spaced out dining room. Great for large or small parties and very family oriented.

Anne B.

Yelp
We went to Scuderie Italia this evening and we had a wonderful meal. Gui was our server and he did a fabulous job. Beautiful decorations, delicious food, and incredible service. My husband says he would give the outing a 10. My Mom did too. Well done, Gui! If we want Italian food we know our #1 choice will be Scuderie Italia!
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Andrew A.

Yelp
I have no clue how this place has four stars. The food overall was subpar, but the service itself was horrible hands down. The reason why I'm giving this two stars because the fact that it does look like a vibe in outside. Seating is nice but legitimately took around 45 minutes to get a plate of pasta, which is unheard of the funny fact is that it was not even busy. Either way I will not be coming back to this place, but figured that this should be at least looked at a rectified. The pasta itself was disgusting. Literally was worse than store bought with tomato paste out in it. Don't be fooled to going here
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Leslie B.

Yelp
On a Monday evening, our group was looking for Italian food in Pacific Beach and we decided on Scuderie Italia. It was definitely a good choice. As it was a Monday, the restaurant wasn't crowded. It was our party of six, plus two other parties, and a few people picking up takeout orders. We were greeted readily, and our server arranged our table between a couple of heat lamps, as we chose to sit outside. We were given the regular menu, and a couple of special menus. I found several options that I was excited about on the wine menu, as there were many different Italian wines. Our party chose various options from the menu. They have an option where you choose your pasta and sauce. I chose the rigatoni with fungi (mushroom sauce). I did wish they had an additional option to add toppings such as truffles, meatballs, etc.. They accidentally brought me the penne, but it was an honest mistake and really didn't make a big difference. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was really delicious. My husband had the carne pizza which he very much enjoyed. One of the members of our party wanted her pasta cooked more than al dente, and they obliged which I though was really nice of them. Our service was excellent and food was delicious. The atmosphere was cozy. I would definitely return.
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Deb M.

Yelp
First time and we just lucked out with their half off pizza night. We were seated quickly next to a family celebrating a kiddos birthday...yay! However, the mother had a voice that was so loud, she could've heard near the restroom. Anyway, we ordered two pizzas which were both delicious, the Gorgonzola white and a spicy sausage red. The spicy sausage was actually quite spicy. Great thin crust if that's your thing.
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Bridget B.

Yelp
After hearing from some friends that this is some of the best pizza in SD, we got a few pies to go. We opted for the margerita and the prosciutto. Both were delicious, but do keep in mind this style of pizza is very very thin where the toppings are and very thick where the crust is. Think soft and doughy crust with the middle part hardly tasting of bread. If this is your thing, you'll love this place. The pizzas are smaller and we ended up paying 40$ for 2. I probably wouldn't choose this place again since there are better places with more bang for your buck.
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Charlotte B.

Yelp
I found this place because of open table and I'm so glad I did! My friend and i sat on the patio for dinner and I'm glad we made a reservation because it got very busy. I loved the ambiance of the restaurant and the liveliness specifically outside. The string lights with the greenery were nice as well. The bread came out in a little bag with olive oil and balsamic vinegar which was very cutesy. I ordered the cheesy garlic bread and it was very garlicky and a bit too strong for my liking. The tortelloni filled with short ribs in a sage butter sauce was very tasty. I really liked the deep fried sage leaves as that was unique. I wasn't expecting the short rib to be ground, but it's understandable in a dish like this. My friend liked her Margherita pizza and that the crust was thin but the outer part was big and fluffy. Our service was good. They came by to fill our waters a few times which was nice since I've been other places that forget about that. It was an overall great experience and I would recommend! Street parking can be tricky.
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Maria L.

Yelp
We ordered a burrata caprese and 2 gluten-free pizzas, a marinara and a bianca. Very, very delicious. For gluten-free and regular standards, delicious ingredients, baked perfectly, and lovely presentation. The burrata of course, also delicious! The service was great, polite, were always doing their rounds to make sure we liked the food and if anything else might be needed. The place looks clean, I like the inside-outside options and table distributions, it is a great place to have a casual time out, it looks nice. We even took some leftovers home and couldn't stop talking about it afterwards. Will be returning here for sure!
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Erin P.

Yelp
Wonderful atmosphere. Cute decor. Nice wait staff. The only weirdness I saw with our meal was that the rack of lamb was on the most giant pile of risotto I've ever seen and there were no veggies on the plate which I found oddly it of balance. Our friend said the lamb was great and the risotto tasted good but it was very strange how much of it she had on her plate! Otherwise, my meal of fish and my husband's eggplant Parmesan were both balanced meals and great tasting!
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Lene V.

Yelp
Ordered the best lunch for my office. We shared a salad, calamari, three pizzas and pastas and tiramisu between us all. I'd order lunch here in a heartbeat. Looks like a great place to reserve the private side patio for events.
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Blaine A.

Yelp
Horrible experience, long wait times for drinks, food , no parking, and mediocre food at best, overpriced shitty food. Was excited to take my family and maybe one person of 8 enjoyed their food. We ended up all getting boxes for some reason just to throw them away. Also we drive home and my brother who had their duck and had to pull over to puke. He has had it before so the only possible reason is improper storage or bacterial matter in the food they buy. I call the restaurant to tell them they suck at their job and they want to call back explaining it's already pre cooked and trying to argue some for some reason . So not much of a chef back there if you need pre cooked duck. Bad pizza, bad pastas, bad soups, and really bad duck. Wouldn't tell anyone to go
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Kannica C.

Yelp
We made reservations at 9pm and didn't get sat until 9:45pm. But it was incredibly busy and they had a full house so I wasn't going to judge the service just yet. Once we were sat we were greeted by our server right away and our drinks and food came out SO quick. I appreciated it because we were starving after waiting so long. The overall ambiance was intimate and I liked the outdoor patio they had, there is a lot of seating offered here. Apart from that, our food was just so amazing. I asked for the seafood pasta to be made with a white wine sauce and they not only accommodated for that, it also tasted so good. Very light and simple, but tasty. Will definitely be returning!
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Steven C.

Yelp
Nothing terrible nothing great I and 20 others came for a dinner following a travel day for a conference, first the staff. They unlike my title suggest were fantastic. Very accommodating and pleasant for the entire experience. The atmosphere was decent I certainly appreciated the overhead heating which made sitting outside amid a light breeze bearable. The wine was ok but no fault as it could have been the bottle selected by for a house red and white. The descriptions of food sounded amazing. I got one of the specials and doctored it up according to the server suggestion and I must say I was a bit underwhelmed. The sauce added to my plate was excessive and almost spilled over. In fact I asked for something I've never have before--a side of plain pasta with the he hopes of soaking up some of the sauce. The overall dish lacked seasoning a bit of salt and red pepper flakes to add heat may of taken it from underwhelming to at least decent. The tiramisu tasted like it was prepacked which is ok but just didn't have any wow factor or additional umpf to make it more homemade. Did they do a good job for a large group of course would I go back as a group (probably). But maybe there is a difference if I go with less people.
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Jessica R.

Yelp
I had just been talking about how every restaurant I'd been lately was mid at best. I wasn't expecting much from Scuderie, but the food was really really good! I came for a fundraiser (Fido's Festa) and they had a special menu but I ordered off the regular one. My boyfriend and I shared some Alfredo and a tomato Bruchettone. Both were amazing! I finished the leftovers the next day and they were STILL amazing. The restaurant is open and airy, the chairs were comfortable, no notes. I'll definitely be back.
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Brian M.

Yelp
Such great spot! Completely delicious Calamari... great pizza and pasta and we loved the Lobster Ravioli. Fun indoor outdoor vibe and we will go back!
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Donna H.

Yelp
I went here for lunch and the food is amazing! My friend and I had the chicken Parmesan and the Rucola salad. The salad was the perfect combination of sweet from the tomatoes and salty from the Parmesan and olives. The chicken on the chicken Parmesan was so tender it practically melted in my mouth. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area! We ate outside and the vibe was fun with nice music and beautiful weather.
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Nicolette S.

Yelp
I ordered DoorDash and got a pepperoni pizza and tiramisu. Both absolutely delicious. Exactly what I wanted when it comes to an authentic pizza. I'm very picky about my tiramisu and yours is delicious. I wish there was a way to not get the chocolate sauce all over it. I prefer it just with powder. **I added those peppers, but the pizza was best without them
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Victor C.

Yelp
One of the best Italian restaurants I've ever been to. The pastas are amazing and a fun night out with friends place. I hope to come back and try the pizza next time.
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Arlene P.

Yelp
I always have a great experience here. I've come alone and just pigged out on their Margarita pizza, my favorite in all of San Diego. To me it's the best Napoletano pizza. I crave it! I try to go on Tuesdays when they have their pizza deal. When I've brought 1 friend or several... it's always delicious. They're very consistent. I've also rented the entire side patio for events It works out really well.
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john j.

Yelp
We were here to celebrate my best friend's daughter who was married the night before. Guilherme and the team took very good care of us during our celebration. We tried many of the chef specialties, all were amazing and delicious. We started with the Trio Misto platter and tried their signature pizza the Scuderie. Both were equally delicious but the crown favorite was definitely that pizza, so many great flavors that worked very well together. We also had the pollo Marsala the Risotto and the pesto fettuccine with shrimp. Great food and excellent service from Guilherme and the team.
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Julie D.

Yelp
Just lovely! From the heated patio with twinkly lights to the cozy intimate dining room this venue is charming, inside and out. We always go on Tuesday to enjoy their half off pizzas and we're never disappointed. The service is outstanding and this restaurant is a favorite of ours
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Steven G.

Yelp
I went here with my wife and a close friend, and her family. Her son is a vegetarian. So I wanted a place with enough vegetarian options. This spot had a number of good sounding vegetable dishes and pizza always works. My wife ordered the pepperoni pizza she wanted and loved it. We had brussels sprouts, broccolini, and artichokes, all of which were delicious. I got the lamb chops main course, which was overcooked. C'est la vie. The service is quick and attentive. The servers are very pleasant. The ambiance is casual family Italian. It worked for this night. Everyone had a nice time. The rating is based on the kind of place this is. It wasn't my favorite food. But it was good and the various veggie dishes were a hit.

Betty

Yelp
Fantastic! We were in the area and stumbled upon this gem! Everything about it is top notch. The wonderful staff, so many options--from lamb to vegan--and the portions are generous. We feel like we've found a regular haunt. Enjoy!

R F.

Yelp
The food was delicious! Our service was excellent and our server was wonderful, I think his name was Emelio. The restaurant is charming and cozy! We really enjoyed our night!!

Amanda H.

Yelp
One word "homemade" pasta, sauces, just about everything! Make a reservation and show up..... and this place will do the rest! Will not disappoint! They seated our reserved party of 6 immediately. Two salads for the table with appetizer of shrimp soaked in lemon sauce, garlic ..... which left us yearning for more!! We ordered 6 different dishes! Lasagna Bolognese was delightful! Such flavor!! Pastas with seafood ( see attached pic ) is a MUST! Service was impeccable! Italian accents all around! Authentic but not stuffy! Will return here again and again whenever I visit SanDiego. Vibe was super engaging & hospitable upon arrival until our departure. Not pretentious. Many thanks for this delicious gem of a restaurant! Food was unforgettable! Thank you! Such talent with flavors!
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Susan T.

Yelp
It was our first time dining there and what a treat. The waiter was terrific. We both had the specials and they did not disappoint. Highly recommend and will return.
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Ed K.

Yelp
Great everything. Ambience, food, service. Nice patio. Our second trip here while on vacation and won't be our last.

Jill L.

Yelp
Scuderie Italia is easily one of the best pizza spots I've ever been to. The pizza is beyond good - fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. What really makes the experience stand out, though, is the customer service. Guilherme, the manager, goes above and beyond to make every guest feel welcome and taken care of. His attention to detail and genuine hospitality turn a great meal into an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend this place if you want incredible pizza paired with top-notch service!
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alessandra r.

Yelp
You have to try this place! It's the best pizza in town. Gimmi, the chief, is from Rome, and knows how to make the perfect Roman or Neapolitan pizza. He also super fun, and so are the waiters Guillelmo and Emilio. Tuesday is happy hour with pizza half price. Scuderie has become the local spot for us Italians.
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Stephanie W.

Yelp
This is one of my favorite restaurants in PB - and all of San Diego. If this was in my neighborhood- Encinitas-I'd eat there regularly. Pizzas and pastas are exceptional. Authentic, quaint. Great service, too.
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Courtney L.

Yelp
This pizza is so fresh and tasty! They had a deal 50 off when I went so we got two! We got the ham pizza and a coke

Mariah L.

Yelp
We decided to try Scuderie Italia after having it delivered and I'm so glad we did. Our delivery experience was so so - the Tortelloni was AMAZING but the penne arrabiata was disappointing. The sauce was bland and the pasta was half cooked - not Al dente, I mean the texture was half Al dente and the other half of each piece was like it had been left out of the water. Despite this, they definitely redeemed themselves in round 2! I was craving the tortellini a week later and we decided to go in person. We made a reservation for Friday at 8:45pm and were pleasantly surprised that it wasn't packed, and the service was great. We ordered the cab and sangria which both exceeded expectations - not all sangrias are created equal and again I was pleasantly surprised with how light and refreshing it was. The prosciutto e burrata was PHENOMENAL. The bread pieces served with it were exceptional, perfectly grilled, and the prosciutto was maybe the best I've had. We ordered the Pizza Nonna and the Tortelloni - the pizza did have a large portion of crust with no cheese/toppings, but the crust was amazing and dipping it in the butter sauce of the tortelloni made us glad we had the extra. The waiter was very attentive, pleasant, and even offered more bread for the rest of the butter sauce (I would have drunk it with a straw and I don't think he would have judged). All in all, absolutely worth trying and highly recommend you go in person! We will be back.
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Rick R.

Yelp
Solid choice. Nice locale, great ambiance. Just overall positive vibes. Small and intimate, so service was on point. Appetizers were very yummy. Pizza was pretty good. I'm not a crust eater but I loved their crust.
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Jeanene E.

Yelp
The food is ALWAYS AMAZING! My family celebrates birthdays here because they have what we love all of our favorite Italian dishes so very well prepared Fresh and a super amazing wonderful ambiance comfortable and friendly service!
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Molly G.

Yelp
We ordered take out as we were craving some Italian and was not disappointed. Everything traveled well and was still hot. We ordered the Caprese, the Cotto e Funghi pizza and the pappardelle and all was great!
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Melissa C.

Yelp
The food isn't really worth the cost and the lackluster service. Not one of my favorites. I was mildly shamed for ordering something "rich" and the server commented that I must be wanting carbs. Ummm appetite was lost before I ate it. I ordered fettuccine Alfredo. And yes I did want carbs and yes I wanted something rich but the comments were not welcome.
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Samantha J.

Yelp
Get the lobster ravioli. Trust me. It's absolutely impeccable, and the arancini was delicious too!
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Hannah B.

Yelp
Lovely lovely outdoor and indoor space. Totally cute and the service is great, the inside is a little loud when filled, I had a hard time hearing my friends. The food is really good, I would order the pizzas and lasagna again, the Brussels sprouts are a great side. The spritz's and sangria are awesome. I feel like you can't go wrong. Very much recommend. I went on a weekend, but it looks like they have some awesome weekday deals.
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Farrah A.

Yelp
Wow - we had some great food, wine, and service at Scuderie Italia, and I hope they get a chance to read my praises! First, a few things to know before ya go: Their pizzaiolo (pizza maker) is part of The True Neapolitan Pizza Association, so you can expect some good 'zas on the menu. They also feature house-made pastas, and a great (and affordable) wine list. Note, they do have cocktails, but they are rice wine-based. So, this semi-casual brunch, lunch, and dinner spot is located in Pacific Beach. Reservations are recommended (and you can book directly from their Yelp page). You can dine inside or out (outside there are heaters). We started with the Bruschettone (homemade bread, cherry tomatoes, burrata, basil), truffle fries (OMG, the best!), salmone al rosmarino (grilled salmon with rosemary on a bed of arugula and cherry tomatoes, served with a side of mashed potatoes). Deeelish. I never thought to cook salmon with rosemary. A few girlfriends split the ravioli fritti and two pizzas. And the wine was flowin'! I discovered a new favorite cabernet sauvignon to shop for back home in Texas (Polvaro Tenuta). Also to note, they serve up a great espresso martini (made with real espresso, not liquir; but keep in mind, they use rice wine). Appreciate that the menu informs diners what can be made vegan or gluten-free.
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Nachelle M.

Yelp
Gamberi Alla Diavola: probably my favorite. Shrimp was cooked to perfection. They gave use two pieces of bread that we put the shrimp and sauce on. The sauce had just the right amount of kick (from someone who really likes spice) and it had the right amount of garlicky-ness Spaghetti allo scoglio: nothing extraordinary, if you look at the ingredients list, it taste exactly as you'd expect it to. Pizza bianca: if you love cheese, this is the way to go. Cannoli's: for three cannolis at $4.50? This was a steal!! It wasn't too sweet and it was paired with pistachios which I was a fan of. Decor was cute and service was good. They came to check on us frequently and even gave us a fly fan because we sat half inside/outside. The person who put Parmesan on our food was really skilled imo lol, they lightly sprinkled evenly everywhere until you say stop. Biggest con was at the end when we told our server that we were there for amici night, they were ticked off and said "you should've told us when you got seated". Makes me question whether they would've given us the same treatment had they known we had a 50% off coupon.

Gracee L.

Yelp
Emilio was the best! Definitely coming back great service and ambiance. Food was amazing too!
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Macarena O.

Yelp
Cute Italian restaurant in PB. They have happy hour Mon-Thu from 4pm-6pm. We got the Pinot Grigio during HH for $6 and the bruschettone for $7. They have several appetizers in the happy hour menu to choose from. We also order some garlic bread and the pasta with white sauce and seafood. Everything tasted really good, my favorite was the bruschettone - 10/10. Tony was our server and he was amazing - super attentive and friendly. This is in Garnet Ave so it might be harder to find parking. Overall, great spot!
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Scott T.

Yelp
Le pizze erano molto buone!!!! We found this place via UBER Eats because we wanted pizza at the Hyatt. The wood fired pizza was delicious and have to say that the white pizza was incredible. It was delivered early with great service. Since we weren't at the restaurant I can't say anything about the place, but being able to watch the the World Series from our hotel room with a view was incredible!
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Emily S.

Yelp
Beautiful restaurant in the heart of Pacific Beach right on Garnett Avenue! This is a very walkable location (not so great if you need parking)! Went here for a birthday and they were easily able to accommodate our party of 6. The highlight of the dinner was the service. Our waiter was very attentive and other staff of the restaurant even came by to check on our throughout our meal. The food also came out relatively quickly for all that we ordered. The dishes I tried were the spaghetti carbonara and the pappardelle with bolognese. The carbonara had a thick sauce with incredibly rich flavor, definitely my favorite dish of the night. The bolognese pasta was also good, but I've had better. The sauce itself was watery and the pasta did not hold onto it. I will definitely be back to try more dishes from here!