Civico 1845 - San Diego

Very welcoming and friendly staff. Food was delicious. The warm bread and pesto was a nice way to start our meal. We had the parpadelle and it was perfect.

We had a most wonderful meal at this excellent restaurant. Our three appetizers were delicious. Three of us loved our main dishes, but my husband did not like his. When we told the waiter, he got the manager who immediately asked what we wanted instead. We chose another dish, which she brought shortly afterwards. She was exceptionally pleasant and even brought us cannolis for dessert. We could not have asked for a tastier meal or a more delightful atmosphere.

It was good but nothing special. I'm an east coast Italian and expected more flavorful dishes from a restaurant located in Little Italy. Our meals were good but nothing that wowed us.

We were there Superbowl Sunday and, counterintuitively, the place, in the wonderful Little Italy neighborhood, was packed with appreciative diners. The menus are imaginative, the exceution excellent, and the service and atmosphere outstanding. I had the seared salmon with pesto risotto and lemon zabaione sauce, a new composition for me and out of this world. This dish would be a perfect main course in any location. All in all, a memorable experience.

Our first stop from a drive down from LA is always Civico 1845! We usually get there when it opens so it's a perfect relief from the drive. Great lunch menu and a nice glass of wine. Highly recommend a visit here in Old Italy whenever you can if in San Diego!