I wish I had photos. I used to order a cheese board for pickup in the afternoon and walk over to…read morethe park nearby and enjoy the sunshine and eat delicious cheese. Their charcuterie boxes are phenomenal- so well thought out, and everything was always delicious with lots of little add ins like pickles, nuts, flowers, dried fruits, jams, etc. They were very responsive and attentive to dietary preferences. 11/10 love love love I think about them all the time.

Venissimo is a niche micro shop that offers a nice variety of various cheese globally. It's just…read morestanding room to browse and order. There's usually parking in the lot behind the shop. The staff are friendly and helpful. There's french cheeses with truffles and creamy Italian cheese and lots of other stuff to create your own charcuterie board. If you love cheese, you'll like a visit at Venissimo. Recommend

I had some high school friends in town and after we were done with dinner, Stevo wanted "prosecco…read moreand dessert." I figured we go to Extraordinary, but then I thought why not have prosecco at Vinarius. The owner was out in front and I asked if Paola was working and he pointed inside...and she was! We didn't have a reservation, but they gave us a table in front. Paola was really happy to see me and I her since it has been a long time. We all decided to order one of each of the desserts. It's been a while since I've been this decadent...who am I kidding...all I need are friends who are willing...LOL! Everything was so good! The prosecco, the desserts, the company, and of course Paola! She is such a gem! The whole staff is great! Looking forward to coming back for dinner! I love this small intimate space! Grazie Paola and Vinarius!

We've come in a few times for happy hour, which isn't really advertised but is a pretty great one -…read moreweekdays 4 -5:30 at the bar or front patio. Wines are a good sized pour for $7 in nice glassware, and the spritzes are also solid. They used to include a cynar spritz that I still order off menu I like it so much. HH food is just okay, surprisingly a bit homey, but great value and I enjoy the calamari and polpette. Service is attentive and great, the interior is spiffy but comfortable. The patio is sparse but I don't mind as we get to enjoy happy hour with our dog.

The charcuterie boards are beautiful and delicious. I recommend preordering one of their curated…read moreboards. It was intimidating for me to go into the shop and create a board, so it worked better for me to choose one they created. I enjoyed the mixture of sweet and savory nuts, fruit, jam and pickles paired with delicious cheese. I have ordered two boards from them and they have both been delicious and reasonably priced.

A bit smaller than the Venissimo store on Washington St., but no less interesting and useful, this…read moreshop offers a range of cheeses that will make you a better host, or cook, or cheese snob, or binge cheese eater, wherever your interests might lie. But parking for this Venissimo is effed up since some genius replaced the few available spaces with picnic tables. Not sure how to deal with that, other than to park a few blocks away and Uber to the store, or simply drive over to Mission Hills for the more considerate, more convenient version of this shop.

Dropped my this little Italian grocery store while visiting Little Italy! They have an amazing…read morevariety of fresh pastas and dry pastas. Found some bucatini pasta and had to grab it. I talked to the owner and he told me they supply many of the Italian restaurants with their fresh pasta. I'm definitely coming back.

Assenti's has it figured out…read more They're an interesting place for tourists to visit; a cute shop for creative daters; and a source of excellent homemade pastas, cold cuts, sausages and other Italian delicacies. To be honest, it's been since before COVID since I shopped at Assenti's, because I buy most of my supplies online, and I make my own pasta, but if those things weren't true, I'd definitely be a regular customer of the friendly, well-stocked shop. Stop in, and buy what you're missing!

A friend and I went early Monday morning and it was very quiet and pleasant. The interior is out of…read morethis world and there's so many cool things to see. The service was quick and easy, and they were very helpful in helping me pick out what drink to have. We ordered the poached eggs and Greek yogurt, breakfast tacos, and mochanut latte. Everything was delicious. Will def be going back!

This is one unique spot and absolutely worth visiting. Came here with a group (which I'd recommend…read moreto try more things) but heads up that there aren't large tables so you'll need to move things around if you're more than 3-4 people. The vibe is wild there- from creepy McDonalds figures to a diner-like bar and decor, it'll feel like no other restaurant or bar you've been to. I had enough sodium for the rest of my week, but man was everything tasty. The Prosciutto Sandwich was so tasty and loaded up with prosciutto. The meatballs were flavorful (and the sauce was great for dipping my sandwich!). The drinks were super cool. I got the freak nasty and it might've been one of the best drinks I've had in a while. Think a cross between a Gin & Tonic and an Italian sandwich. And the pickle beer was very pickle forward! The waitress was very friendly and was able to speak to all the drinks. I'd definitely come here again... just maybe not too frequently given the high sodium levels haha.

This is the perfect place to meet a friend or coworker, date night or even for tourists visiting…read moreSan Diego and want to drink wine @ a place with a chill vibe. I come here w/ my husband and also by myself as it's very calm and comforting. Chad & Marlene are the two main staff and they are amazing! Chad helps you find the perfect wine (Le Charcuterie also serves several local craft beers.). I love that the wine selection comes from smaller, less known wineries. And they serve a wide range of price points, affordable to more expensive bottles. Marlene creates the charcuterie boards. She's like an artist's with a canvas. The boards have meets, cheeses and accoutrements that you can't find at the local big brand store. I try to come to Le Charcuterie every time I'm in San Diego.

Love coming to this wine bar. The staff is very fun, friendly and welcoming. The wine selection is…read moredecent, the cheese selection is great, it's small enough where it feels cozy, the music selection is usually very nice and the ambiance is superb. Also, my dog is very much loved here by the staff.

Came here on a Tuesday evening for my birthday dinner. I booked through OpenTable around 6 PM, and…read morewe ended up running about 10 minutes late because of traffic from the Padres game. Parking down here definitely isn't easy, but we luckily found a spot nearby. The restaurant was surprisingly quiet when we arrived, which I'm sure had a lot to do with the game. We were the only guests at first, but by the time we left there were several other tables dining. From the moment we walked in, the service was absolutely phenomenal. Our server made us feel so welcomed. We ordered: * Focaccia Bread: I personally would have liked it a little crispier, but you could tell it was fresh, and it had really nice flavor. * Burrata & Strawberry Salad: light, refreshing, fresh, and absolutely delicious. I added a little balsamic vinaigrette for extra flavor, but overall it was fantastic. * Amatriciana (with added meatballs$: you can add meatballs for $7, and they also offer add-ons like shrimp or burrata for around $6-$8. The homemade pasta completely stole the show. The noodles were fresh, perfectly cooked, and honestly some of the best pasta I've had in San Diego. The meatballs were huge, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Two was the perfect amount. To top it all off, they surprised me with flan and a dessert wine for my birthday, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the night even more special. Overall, this place absolutely lived up to the hype. The restaurant is cute, clean, and welcoming. The service was outstanding, and the in-house pasta is incredible. Prices are a little on the higher side, but with the location and quality, it's completely worth it. We felt welcomed from the moment we arrived until the moment we left.

Amazing food and service. Great vegetarian options!…read moreWent around dinner time on a Saturday and got lucky with being seated right away; however, I'd recommend reservations beforehand.

(As said on google)…read more First time ever! Shaunna, the Hospitality Manager she served our party of 4 on 04/15/26. This was after our visit to Sea World. She answered all our questions and gave us recommendations. We did the four-course meal. (spanish artichoke as the cheese, caesar and strawberry almond salad, coco-vigne as our cooking style, did the steak lovers, and we did lastly the dark and dulce for chocolate.) Everything was delicious. Shaunna was amazing. She was helpful. She definitely served us and gave us an experience we will never forget. For sure out of 10, it is a 10. We would love to come back. We were full but we are happy to leave happy and full thanks to the Melting Pot Staff and especially Shaunna. Thank you! And definitely look out for Shaunna, she is AMAZING!!!! Ambiance is amazing. Pretty chill! Mood lighting. And also this skyscraper use to be a bank (fun fact).

My friend and I tried this restaurant last night in San Diego…read more It was such a pleasant experience The restaurant is off of fifth ave in downtown San Diego It has a beautiful atmosphere The building is an old structure with amazing looking ceilings We were placed at a cute and cozy corner boot The lighting was very relaxing Our server senior Silvio from Spain was so kind and attentive The restaurant manger was very welcoming and friendly Our other server was also very polite and helpful The three course meal Was delicious and tasty We don't even know how the time passed as we were so busy enjoying our food and our conversation I definitely will recommend this beautiful restaurant for any occasion To

Love this place for their massive outdoor area and their quaint indoor bar. I've been here a few…read moretimes and even hosted a small event of 20 people before. This time around, it was just the 3 of us, to chat over some wine and apps. Had their April featured Pinot, which was amazing (had 2 glasses). It's good to keep in mind that they only sell their flatbreads on certain days and unfortunately, they didn't serve it when we went. So, instead we had the crostinis, which is perfect if you want a little bit of everything, but not sure what to get. My friend got the chicken Caesar wrap, and it was a lot bigger than expected. As far as the ambience, there's seating all around the bar that's located in the middle. So it's convenient to just walk up to the bar to place your order. Servers and bartenders were friendly and quick. Overall this is a great laid-back place for small or large groups.

I wanted to update my review, as I have been back several times through the years. Since my…read moreinitial review, there have been several changes.... some better than others. First, I still really enjoy the Carruth Wine Garden. It is nice to have an outdoor space to drink wine right in the center of the city. In general there plenty of parking ,and it is dog friendly. As far as the wine, it is very good. I like some more than others. More recently, I have enjoyed the Unicorn Red Blend ( a longtime favorite) and the Syrah. I love that it is dog friendly, inside and out. My dog loves going there and she makes friends each time. A change that they made recently is that the main garden area is now child-free, which was a positive change in my options, as it had gotten a bit chaotic in the past with children not being very well supervised. The still have a family-friendly outdoor space. In the past, there was always live music when I came. I was there most recently on a Saturday evening and was disappointed that there was no music. Also, the prices have gone up ($18 per glass). Unfortunately, I found the pours to be somewhat inadequate, though it depended which staff member was pouring the wine. They do not allow for outside food, and only make certain dishes certain days of the week, which unfortunately doesn't allow for many options if you are hungry. Water is readily available inside and outside. All in all, it is a lovely place with good wine to come with friends and your 4-legged friends. It has gotten a bit pricey, and I do wish we could bring out own snacks, but I still enjoy going and am sure that I will be back.