Ciccia Osteria - San Diego, California

Daniele Virgilio

Ristorante italiano vero, con piatti della tradizione italiana e non italoamericana. Consigliatissimo

Fernando Castro

Tutti al dente.

Hannah Tabasco

Super cute relaxed place perfect for a solo meal, date or dinner with friends. Came here Sunday night it was pretty full but the staff was attentive and informative.

Everything we had was delicious and tasted fresh. When we were seated we were asked if a vegan or gluten free menu was needed. They do have options for those with dietary restrictions.

Tsilibin Aleksei

It seems a bit pricey, but it's worth it. We shared one appetizer from the special offer of the day (zucchini), lasagna and orzotto (with a substitute for pearl barley). To be honest, it was a lot (we are not very big eaters). It is cooked simply and tasty, like in Europe. By Californian standards, more than decent. The owner is also polite and courteous, the service is good. We came right at the opening in the afternoon.

Chris Barsoum

If you wanted to have an authentic Italian dinner look no further. This place had the feel of eating out of someone’s kitchen. Staff were super friendly and casual. Food was phenomenal as well. Great place to bring a date or go out for a family dinner!

Jon Gonzo

I spend about $68 +$13 tip.

I went there by myself on weekday. The place seemed a bit packed. I was out in 55 minutes.

I tried the crab gnocchi, the mushroom fin and the tiramisu. My favorite was the dessert. I liked the mushroom flan (not a dessert). I was not impressed with the crab gnocchi, even thought it seemed like the dish most recommended in the reviews I saw. My experience wasn’t negative, but I don’t think I’ll come back. I was not impressed.

Uygur IPEK

We recently arrived in San Diego and couldn’t wait to try Ciccia Osteria after hearing so many great things about it and it definitely delivered!

The meal started off with a special treat: the octopus salad. It was simply outstanding, with perfectly cooked octopus that was tender and full of flavor. Another highlight of the starters was the mushroom flan, which was a unique dish that brought rich, earthy flavors to the table.

For the main course, we decided to sample a variety of their pastas, and we were not disappointed. The gnocchi with crab was exquisite, the squid ink pasta had a delightful depth of flavor, and the frutti di mare was bursting with fresh seafood. Each dish was a testament to the skill and authenticity that Ciccia Osteria brings to Italian cuisine.

To finish off, we indulged in two desserts: the apricot habanero cheesecake and the classic tiramisu. Both were absolutely delightful, with the cheesecake offering a surprising but perfectly balanced kick, and the tiramisu capturing all the traditional flavors we love.

It’s not easy to find a place that offers such authentic Italian food, but Ciccia Osteria is a true gem. San Diego is incredibly lucky to have this spot. We’ll definitely be returning to savor more of their menu.

Eduardo David “Eddie”

My wife and I made a reservation online, via their website and it worked perfectly. We showed up, they received us with a great attitude and made us feel at home. The food is definitely amazing. It is expensive but at least for us, I don't mind paying my hard earned money when the food is delicious and get treated with respect. I recommend this place for sure but It keep in mind that it is expensive! The only downside is Parking can be an issue but that has nothing to do with the restaurant. Overall amazing!