Was in the area and had to grab a few slices to-go from my favorite pizza/pasta spot in SoCal…read more Slices: Buy 3 get 1 free, its equivalent to half a pie (just under $5/slice or $20 total). I like the variety pack of slices. If you only like one style, grabbing a whole pie cut to 6-8 large slices is a better deal (~$25-$30 total). As always, the slices were delicious, the service was fast and friendly, and the outdoor sidewalk seating is perfect for people watching. Each slice is crispy, thin, foldable and PACKED with flavor. They have about 10 small round tables for open seating in the sidewalk. The interior dining area has a few spots as well. The parking in little Italy still sucks, so good luck with that.

Stopped in for lunch and the cashier was very friendly and provided great service. Slices were…read morearound $6 which is on the higher-end but we did order 4 slices which was great because they have a Buy 3 get 1 Free slice deal everyday. They have some seating inside which was nice and clean too. The meatball and ricotta was an okay slice. The meatball and overall slice could have used some more flavor/seasoning. I also gota pepperoni, basil, ricotta, hot honey slice which was better. The crust was decent and had more chew than crisp. While it was okay, I'd prefer to go to another shop when I'm craving a slice.

Omg! Best pizza EVER! 10 out of 10. The server, Derrick! Amazing! Super nice and accommodating!…read moreI'll be back before I leave San Diego! 10 out of 10! Their house wine, Chianti- 10 out of ten! And soooo affordable! Insane! The ambiance! To die for! We'll be back 100%

Still the best game in town.. Customer service is always spot on. I dont eat in restaurants since…read more2019 with one annual exception on my birthday: Fillippi's! (See my one star review of Leftys pizza on Goldfinch street for why I can't eat in restaurants). This is the only place in town where I can sit down and feel safe and enjoy a meal. Thank you Fillippi's for the continued excellent food and top shelf customer service.

This was more than dinner. It was an experience…read more We sat tucked away in a little corner that honestly felt like we were having dinner in someone's grandmother's house, and I mean that in the BEST way possible. Cozy, warm, intimate and welcoming. And the FOOD?! I was convinced somebody's Italian grandmother had to be downstairs hand making that pasta because there was no other explanation. I had the lobster ravioli and started with the bruschetta tostada. Everything was absolutely chef's kiss. Fresh, flavorful and tasted like it was made with love. But what made the experience even better was our waiter, Mauricio! He was simply amazing. He genuinely took care of us, shared the story of the restaurant and talked about how much he enjoyed working there. And you could tell. It showed in the way he treated us and the attention he gave throughout the entire meal. Great food is one thing. Great food paired with genuine hospitality is something completely different. I will DEFINITELY be back the next time I'm in San Diego. If you're looking for homemade pasta, amazing food and that warm family feel, put this place on your list. You will not be disappointed.

Ristorante Illando is now on my go-to list for Italian food when in San Diego. Luca and his boys…read moreprovided great service and were incredibly kind - they even helped celebrate my birthday with tiramisu and a candle. I highly recommend you add this restaurant to your list when in San Diego!

Loved the vibe of this super cute restaurant! the service was great and the food came super fast.read more

The service is phenomenal. Pizza is delicious. Cashier/server is very nice help a lot. And energy…read morewas great

We were walking around Little Italy's farmers market when we decided to stop for lunch. I had heard…read moreof how Ninna got started and wanted to eat here. Our grandkids order spaghetti and meatballs shared with their mom. We ordered the mixed appys plate which was very tasty and then my husband & I shared the eggplant parmigiana..delicious! Unfortunate, our son ordered the special which was a version of the Osco Bucco. It arrived with the meat still frozen. By the time it was redone, everyone had finished so he took a few bites and packaged it to go. I felt his experience was disappointing. Other than an apology, nothing was offered like a free dessert or something taken off the bill. So that left me disappointed

Sunday evening in Little Italy, and Nonna was PACKED. Somehow, we managed to snag a table outside…read moreright next to the Little Italy sign, and honestly, it couldn't have been a better spot. After a long day at the beach, we ordered a bottle of wine, and I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't ridiculously overpriced. Sitting outside, enjoying a glass of wine and watching Little Italy come alive was exactly what we needed. Our server was exceptional. The service was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. But let's talk about the food... The food was AMAZING. We ordered several different things, and everything we tried was delicious, but the pappardelle with short ribs was the standout. The pasta was absolutely fantastic--rich, comforting, and exactly the kind of Italian comfort food you want at the end of a long day. And then there was the dessert case... Oh. My. Goodness. Everything in that case looked like it was personally designed to make you regret saying, "No, we're too full for dessert." Nonna was exactly what we were hoping for that evening: great food, great service, a beautiful Little Italy setting, and a relaxed atmosphere where we could sit outside and enjoy ourselves. I can't wait to go back and eat some more Italian comfort food--and next time, I'm getting the tiramisu.

Great experience. Friendly staff and the food was amazing. Best pizza I had in San Diego. Next time…read moreI'll come for happy hour, to try multiple items.

Was recommended this place by a friend, and I have to say it did not disappoint! We ordered the…read moreSalamino Piccante pizza, and it was absolutely delicious. You could really taste how fresh everything was. The crust was soft and airy with the perfect crunch, and the combination of the melty cheese and spicy salami was incredible. It had just the right amount of heat and was wonderfully cheesy. We were seated right away, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. If you're looking for fresh, authentic pizza, this place is definitely worth a visit!

This is our Go-To for the last 7 years. They greet you like family…read more They have spectacular food that is always consistent and delicious. Homemade pasta like our favorite places in Italy. Luco is the other reason we come because he is "the icing on the pizza pie". we love the patio and Next to Naples Italy the pizza is the best!

We dropped in for dinner after Comic Con 2026 with no expectations except we were hungry and it…read moresounded good. We were seated outside on the font patio which was lovely. We were given waters very quickly. But then nothing for a long time. The server did show up and seemed as if we had bothered him in some way. But okay we will be polite and chalk it up to bad day. We order and then that is the last we see of him. I ordered linguine with clams, mussels, and shrimp while it was delicious I was not offered a plate or bowl for the shells. My partner was not offered cheese for his pasta. The manager was mulling about the host stand and looked right at us several times after I had finished my cocktail with no acknowledgement or offer for me to order another drink. So while the food was good the service defiantly left something to be desired. I will say that the server for the table next to us (Melanie/Melody?) seemed lovely and happy to be at work with her table.

Bartender Jan is phenomenal will definitely recommend this place to family and friends!read more

Overall, the family really likes this place. On this trip, it took a few minutes to get a waiter…read moreover to greet us but once he arrived, he was very attentive throughout the meal. This time we arrived early and we were in time for happy hour, which is truly an excellent deal. They have a number of pasta dishes at half price and some nice beer and cocktail specials. The happy hour ends at 5:30 on weekdays I believe. My daughter enjoyed the cheese whale pasta, which is her very favorite. My wife had fettuccine Parmesan, which was an ice cream sauce and I had the penne Ragu. Everything was good and we enjoyed the evening. It looks like they've expanded the seating to include some outdoor street side tables. On a warm evening this was very nice to have breeze from the water.

Oh wow, what a great find! Hubby and I had a plan to park…read morenearby and choose a spot to eat just by the vibe and ambience. It was a Friday evening and every restaurant on the street was full and vibrant. You could Yelp these places all day long and it would be hard to choose. There's so many great restaurants around Little Italy. Mimmo's reached out and called us in. There were pretty white tablecloths, the hostess was smiling ready to answer any questions and of course, the menu looked wonderful. Voilà! We'd found our spot. Our waiter was so personable and had all the answers to our inquiries. He suggested items and even answered honestly when needed. I got a Le Pécora Nera Sangria (fizzy blackberry with lemon). Tasty, but too many blackberry seeds coming up the straw. I'd get another one next time. For the appetizers: RISOTTO ARANCINI (a MUST get) - these were absolutely delicious. Four good size bread crumbed fried balls of risotto sitting in the restaurant's own tomato gravy. HOMEMADE FOCACCIA WITH DIPPING OIL (yes, that's the official name) - this is a basket of super soft, warm focaccia bread for a great price. I would get it no matter what main course you're getting! It soaks up every sauce and it's just delicious. MAIN: BAKED LASAGNA (meat) - with the two appetizers this is the perfect size for both of us. No need to get one per person! It was absolutely wonderful. I would get it again. All in all, I'd definitely go back. The food was absolutely delicious and flavorful and the employees we came in contact with were great as well. We didn't want to sit at a table right next to the hundreds of people walking by, I don't like that, but there are plenty other options one row in or inside the restaurant. A solid recommendation on my part.

Mimmo's has been a Little Italy favorite since 1973, and it's easy to see why. The hand-stretched,…read morewood-fired pizza is amazing -- crispy crust, melty cheese, and fresh, flavorful toppings. Their fresh, handmade pasta is just as impressiveall made in-house. The cozy, old-school atmosphere makes it perfect for a date, family dinner, or a casual meal with friends. Classic Italian flavors shine in every dish, and locals and visitors alike keep coming back for more. A true Little Italy gem in San Diego!

Called because my girlfriend and her mom were out to dinner at Davanti Enoteca on vacation. I asked…read moreif I could send a dessert to the table and pay for it over the phone to make dinner special. The host immediately said that he'd love to help out. He told me that they'd send it to the table and tell them it was from me, but it was on the house. What a great experience. Love this place and their food!!!

My mom and I ate here before seeing Phantom of the Opera at the Civic Theatre, and everything about…read moreour experience was wonderful. The service, food, and atmosphere were all exceptional. This was my second time here, and it continues to be an amazing restaurant. Everything we ordered was delicious, and our server, Aaron, truly went above and beyond. He was incredibly attentive, gave us great menu recommendations, and even surprised us with a lovely dessert to end our meal. Such a nice touch and the perfect way to finish our dining experience. Highly recommend this place!