This was the first time I had food from Mangi e Bevi as " take out". It was just as delicious as…read morewhen we dine at the restaurant. Prepared and packaged with love. It was also my first pizza from them. I ordered the Salsiccia pizza which has a sweet fennel sausage on it. The sausage tasted homemade. Perfectly seasoned. We got several pasta dishes which were perfectly served al dente. The order was packaged neatly and prepared on time. The staff is friendly and welcoming as always. Love this place. The food is reminiscent of my Nonna's cooking.

This review has been in my drafts for over 7 years. :( Cute…read moresmall spot.Food was good but I can't remember what I ate. Easy parking and good food makes it great for me.

This is a nice little restaurant. The staff (Emillie) was friendly and willing to help with…read moresuggestions. We ordered the burrata and lasagna and were not disappointed. The lasagna was probably the best I have ever eaten. It had home made noodles, loads of cheese, red sauce, ham, and topped with cream sauce. My mouth is watering again just writing this review. The burrata was delicious too. It came with a small arugula salad, pesto sauce and a nice sized pice of rosemary bread. I wish I had more room to try their fresh made dessert cannoli's.

Allmine is one of those places in Oceanside that everyone seems to talk about as being amazing, so…read moreafter hearing about it for a few months, it finally made its way onto our list of restaurants to try. Hubby and I went in with pretty high expectations. Unfortunately, our first visit didn't live up to the hype for us. We started with the charcuterie board, which we found very much lacking. I also wish I had ordered the dressing for my salad on the side, because it was simply too much for my taste. Then came the pizza. The crust was much too floppy--and if you're someone who doesn't like floppy pizza, you know exactly what I mean. The atmosphere didn't help. The restaurant felt cramped, stuffy, and surprisingly warm, and this wasn't even during the summer. We decided to give Allmine another try when we went back with friends who were interested in checking out the new vegan menu. They thought the vegan selection was adequate and said they would probably return because good vegan options aren't always as common as you might expect. Hubby and I shared the Margherita pizza this time, hoping our first experience had just been an off night. Unfortunately, we were disappointed again. The crust had the same texture we didn't care for, and there was a very minimal amount of cheese across the pizza. It was okay, but for us, definitely closer to a 2 out of 10 than the amazing pizza we had heard so much about. Will we be back? Probably not. After two visits, the combination of the cramped and uncomfortable atmosphere and food that just hasn't impressed us makes this one a pass. Although I have to admit--the lasagna at the table two tables over looked pretty darn good.

Blade 1936 has easily become one of my favorite restaurants! We make the 45+ minute drive from San…read moreDiego to Oceanside almost every week just to come here, and it's always worth it. The restaurant has such a great vibe with a full bar, outdoor patio, amazing service, and a private room in the back where they occasionally host wine tasting dinners with full five-course meals, which we absolutely love attending. The owner, Donia, is one of the kindest and happiest people and always makes us feel so welcome. The chef is also such a great guy and incredibly talented. You can tell how much they genuinely care about the restaurant and everyone who comes through the door. And the food is seriously outstanding. We've tried so much of the menu and honestly have never had a bad dish. Even the bread they bring out is amazing! The arancini and meatballs are some of my favorites in town, the salads and pastas are incredible, and the pizzas are always so good, especially the Sud Italia with hot honey. You really can't go wrong with anything you order here. I highly recommend making the trip, and if you can, come during happy hour from 4-6 PM for some great small dishes and drinks. One of those places we keep coming back to week after week!

Dinner was great! Our waitress was on the top of her game with happy hour drinks and appetizers for…read moresix, and then our entrees... I really enjoyed their house lager beer, and appreciated it even more because the bartender was quick to fix my beer which had a thick head from the tap. The food though... nice job! Brick-oven pizza, seafood, steaks... great evening! Fun Fact: Blade 1936 features a newspaper-themed interior that pays homage to the original Blade Tribune that once operated in the building.

Went with my husband to try something new. We were tired of all the fast food. I gotta say, this…read moreis the best lasagna i've ever had. Will be coming back to try other items on the menu :)!!

Came here to try something new...they did not disappoint! Had their Penne allá Vodka and i wanted…read moreto lick the plate clean! Service was amazing and the waiter was very tentative too.

Came here with a big party and they were very accommodating…read more Food quality was great. Service (Stan) was solid. Mosquitos were a drag (but we were outside - so be careful). Expect great food and service from them. From what they can control - I'd come back, no question at all.

We hadn't been to this Oceanside location since it was still run by Orfila Winery. We're impressed…read moreby how the interior seating is much improved and we're thankful for that. We were seated pretty promptly while waiting for our friend guest and the hostess and waiter were very polite and attentive. They didn't have any of the Orfila wine options, but our waiter made some accommodations since we are Owl Wine Club members. The bread and lentils appetizer was unexpectedly tasty. For dinner I ordered the Papardell with Sausage ragout; it was a much better option than my last meal at Amalfi. Overall, the visit was very pleasant and I would recommend it.

Our party of five had a terrific lunch today which was made even better because of waitress named…read moreAmanda--she really made our day!

5/5 Stars!!! I…read morestopped in today expecting a quick trip to pick up two sandwiches, mortadella, and coppa. Having welcomed a newborn just a week ago, my wife and I have been entirely too sleep-deprived and busy to cook. What started as a simple errand ended up being one of the most heartwarming experiences we've had in a long time. When I ordered, Bella at the deli register kindly let me know there would be about a 20-minute wait due to call-in orders, offering me water and fresh bread while I waited. Since my wife and week-old baby were waiting in the air-conditioned car, I brought them inside to sit with me. Shortly after we sat down, a family dining nearby noticed our baby and struck up a warm conversation. A moment later, one of the women from the family came over to congratulate us and offered us some fresh pastries. She returned to our table with two pistachio-filled croissants and two espressos--a gesture that, given our level of sleep deprivation, couldn't have been more appreciated! I later learned from Bella that this incredibly kind woman was Valeria, a member of the Giuseppe family who owns the restaurant. As for the food itself, we got the Gloria sandwich on focaccia. It is honestly one of the best sandwiches we've ever had--so good that this was actually our second time ordering it in three days! I cannot thank Valeria, Bella, and the Giuseppe family enough for their exceptional hospitality and generosity. We left feeling truly cared for and look forward to being regular customers for years to come.

it's official: SPIRITO's ITALIAN DINER is back in my good graces. a couple of months ago, I wrote a…read moresnarky review (and still gave 'em three stars) after a sub-par experience. that visit, the red gravy was soupy and the pizza undercooked and nearly cheese-less. there had been a recent change in ownership and I was afraid (okay, terrified) it was a sign of things to come. have limited my order the last two times (plus a lasagna and a cheese pizza) to the same entrees I had in March: EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA and an EGGPLANT PARM pizza. eighty-four (including yesterday) of the eighty-five times I've eaten at Spirito's, I left happy, happy, happy. wonderful folks, still serving up my favorite Jersey-style pizza and southern Italian dishes around.

Since my review 8 years ago things have changed drastically in size, price and some quality…read more Buying a large pizza now and getting a slice from it is laughable. The picture of the eggplant parmigiana is now maybe 1/2 to a 1/4 of that and they give you a square piece, it's nothing like the picture I attached anymore.

I've been to Dominic's Italian Restaurant in Oceanside a few times now, and it's always been a…read moresolid experience. The biggest highlight is the freshness of the food. You can tell everything is made with quality ingredients. We ordered the calamari, and it was fantastic, especially with the dipping sauce. The homemade breadsticks were fresh, although I definitely recommend getting a side of marinara since they're a little plain on their own. We also ordered the meat ravioli and pasta with meatballs to go, and both were delicious. For pizza, we had the 12-inch Meat Lover's. The toppings and ingredients were fresh, but the crust wasn't quite what I expected. I wish I had taken a picture of the underside because it lacked that crispy, well-baked texture I usually look for. That said, it was still a good pizza and was the perfect size to share with my 12-year-old son. The restaurant itself was very clean, both inside and on the patio. We chose to eat outside since it was a hot day, and the harbor views gave the place a relaxing, old-school 90s coastal vibe. Parking around the harbor can be a challenge, and the shared public restrooms definitely show their age. Service was just okay during this visit. Nothing bad, but nothing that really stood out either. The owner has always been incredibly friendly, though. On a previous visit, he even surprised my kids with free desserts, which was a really nice touch. Like many places around the harbor, prices seem a bit higher because of the tourist location. Even so, the quality of the food keeps bringing us back. This was my third or fourth visit, and while there isn't one thing that absolutely blows me away, it's consistently good Italian food in Oceanside. I'd definitely recommend giving Dominic's a try if you're looking for fresh food in a great harbor setting. 4.5/5

Birthday dinner with a view!! My friend invited me to…read moreDominic's and it was my first time in Oceanside. The hostess welcome does inside us at the best table she had outside. She let us know that all the pizzas were top-notch, and the sangria was popular on the menu for those sensitive to alcohol. The pizza did not disappoint. It's not thick on bread, but it's very generous with the toppings. The sangria was sweet and perfect with the humidity next to the beach. We came in the evening on a Thursday and it was quiet. But I checked out the reviews online and I'm happy I came. If you're gonna get the pizza. Get the Dominic special.

Delicious meal and nice ambiance. I had the lasagna and it was very filling and so delicious. Also…read moreloved the bread and butter that came with the meal. Service was great and our waiter was respectful and helpful. Love the outside dining area.

Off the beaten path, wasn't sure I was in the right place but glad I stuck with it…read more Big bright inside, warehouse feeling. Nice patio to enjoy a meal outside as well. Service was ok. Calamari was good, there were exactly 2 shrimp, handles of the serving spoons sitting in the sauce which is a miss of a detail, ultimately seemed under seasoned and there is a pile of food sitting in oil on wood. Parmesan prosciutto pasta was well cooked, fresh cracked black pepper would have been beneficial. Tiramisu was the best dish, the mascarpone crème was definitely my favorite, was a lil sad by the lack of coffe and rum soaked lady fingers. I would give this place one more chance now that I understand the menu a bit more.

Absolutely phenomenal! This has quickly become one of my favorite Italian restaurants. The food is…read moreincredibly fresh, authentic, and absolutely delicious. You can truly taste the quality and care that goes into every dish. And the desserts... INSANE! Seriously, do not leave without trying dessert. Everything we've had has been amazing from beginning to end. What makes this place even more special is the service. It is exceptional. The owners are so personable, welcoming, and genuinely wonderful people. You immediately feel the warmth and hospitality from the moment you walk in. I also love that this is a truly authentic Italian restaurant, owned and operated by Italians who clearly have a passion for great food and making their guests feel at home. Amazing food, incredible desserts, outstanding service, and wonderful owners -- this place is an absolute gem. We absolutely love it and will continue coming back! Because I'm a Fighter IYKYK

This was our first visit to Via Vai Cucina Italiana, and we were there to celebrate a birthday…read more Unfortunately, the experience was a little underwhelming. We were seated in a small room off the main dining area, and we were the only ones in the room. Our waiter was friendly, but he was also taking care of tables in the main dining area, so we were often left on our own without anyone checking in on us. It also took quite a while before we were able to place our order. I ordered one of the mushroom pasta dishes, and unfortunately, I found it to be lacking in flavor. Someone else in our party ordered one of the specials, a steak, and that looked absolutely delicious. Overall, I was hoping for a better experience, especially since we were celebrating a birthday. While our waiter was nice, the slow service and lack of flavor in my meal left me unimpressed. Based on this experience, I don't think I would return.