Had a wonderful Mother's Day dinner. Delicious pasta, grilled artichokes, cocktails. and table side tiramisu- yum. Yuri was a great server.

We had a great happy hour experience. We had an awesome server named Yuri. He made great recommendations for appetizers and drinks. We had the meatballs & pear bruschetta. Overall, the HH prices were a good deal. They had several spritz options. We also brought a dog and baby and sat on the patio. I will definitely come back again. read more

First time in and we will definitely be back. My girlfriend and I ordered carbonara and the short rib ravioli. The ravioli was amazing, so so so good. We had also gotten the meatballs as an appetizer which was really good. The carbonara is a hard dish to nail, and unfortunately they missed the mark in my opinion. The egg was scrambled and the dish was overall very bland, so that was disappointing. The pistachio tiramisu however was DELICIOUS. Service was great, and everyone was really nice. Ill be back again but i just wont get the carbonara again lol read more

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My husband and I were finally celebrating my birthday and our "I love you," anniversary, we threw a couple of places around and it seemed like we wanted to have Italian food. We drive by Trattoria da Sofia so often that I suggested it, we looked at the menu and it had our mouth salivating. Because it was a Tuesday we risked not making a reservation. It's located on Adams Ave right off the freeway and luckily only a 4 minute drive from our house, there is a lot of parking residential and commercial so a big perk to me. There is both outside and inside seating but we opted to sit inside, our server was Brandon, he was really personable and gave us little tidbits on the menu. I love how the restaurant was decorated, really inviting and lots of seats to accommodate so many people, there was a group of maybe 15 people behind us, so if you have a bigger party this place would be a great option. I ended up ordering a cocktail that Brandon switched the alcohols for, basically had mezcal and passionfruit, so refreshing and had like an almond syrup that rounded it out. For our starters we opted for the calamari fritti and the crispy burrata, while we waited for our starters we were given bread and their pomodoro sauce. Wow, that pomodoro sauce was incredible, not too acidic it was just right! When our starters came out I was so shocked at how generous their portions were. The fritti included, squid rings and tentacles, shrimp, shishito peppers, zucchini and carrots. Fried perfectly and not at all greasy, this could be someone's main if they wanted. That crispy burrata, holy...it was incredible. Still had a nice firmness to it, but perfectly crisp with its pistachio pesto and I had never been a mortadella girly but I was not mad at it. Separately it tastes great but all together in one bite, wow. Now our mains, I ordered the ravioli de pesce, stuffed ravioli with crab and shrimp with a salmon cherry tomato cream sauce and pistachio. Bryan opted for the cacio e pepe gnocchi and he asked Brandon about adding a protein and with his advice he opted for the sausage. The gnocchi were so light and pillowy and the sausage was so freaking flavorful, I cannot. My plate was so good, the pieces of salmon made the sauce so much more flavorful, the ravioli had the perfect balance of crab shrimp and cheese, I had it the next day for dinner and the left overs were just as good. Also shout out to the team here, they were all so nice and friendly and Brandon never let our water go empty and got us new silverware, super impressed by service. We will definitely have to come back because there are so many things I want to try. Thank you guys for making date night so great! read more

Easily a top 5 dinner experience anywhere I've been!! Fun fact, I went in January. It was so good I've been meaning to write this review since. Our server, Yuri, couldn't have been better. Everything he recommended was a 10/10. They were busy when we went and Yuri still managed to find time to just chat with us about normal stuff like soccer, things we enjoy about the area, little history of their restaurant and where they were from... felt like another friend joined us for dinner. Cacio y pepe, carbonara, and vodka pasta with sausage were all out of this world. Whatever you are deciding between for a meal, go here. read more

Came to trattoria da Sofia for my best friend's birthday. Yuri treated us so well and made her feel special. The environment and staff are very friendly and helpful. We hade the branzino and it was delicious. The fish was so fresh and perfectly crispy. We also had the weekend in Palermo cocktails which were also great. A tropical taste, foamy texture, and heavy hand on the alcohol. Can't wait to come back! read more

So yummy in my tummy! All of the food was delicious and the waiter was very attentive, can't wait to come back :) read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Spicy rigatoni with sausage - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

The food and service were both good. Prices are reasonable. Nice location, there is a small parking lot by the restaurant that you might miss if you are not looking for it. Ambiance was great. I made the reservation for a party of six and the two other couples commented on how cute the place was. Great date night or night out with friends spot. It was also perfect for dinner before heading to the Adams Ave Theater. read more

This is such a beautiful location. The staff is super friendly. The food is really good and the portions are perfect. read more

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This place has a cute atmosphere with lots of tables inside. There is a ton of wait staff and they were quick, but almost too much in a sense that we felt very rushed to order. They have a lot of waiters roaming around which is nice when you need something quick. We didn't order alcohol and felt a little judged for not drinking from the waiter but we did order two mains. We got the bolognese and the short rib ravioli. Both were good, but hard to rate when we just came back from Italy! The bolognese isn't traditional in the sense it comes with fusilli noodles. Lots of sauce on this dish! The short rib ravioli was yummy. There wasn't too much short rib in them but had a lot of mushrooms on top. Although I wouldn't recommend if you don't like mushrooms. read more

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Yuri was great! He was an excellent server. We trusted him to recommend the best plates based on what we like, and he delivered for sure. One of the best Italians spots in San Diego! read more

We kept striking out one night with wait times at other places and we ended up at Trattoria Da Sofia, which was fine since it was in our list of places to try. We were able to sit right away and the place is super cute like you're in an Italian alleyway. I wish our excitement stayed the same throughout the meal. We started with the garlic bread and it was disappointing. I didn't taste any garlic, it was white bread halved with some cheese on it. Like cheese toast from a freezer pack. The flowers were actually good, but for $19 it was four small flowers and lettuce with no dressing/drizzle of anything. As for the meal, I ordered the Cacio e Pepe gnocchi. I went in assuming it was going to be like Cacio e Pepe, slightly dry grated cheese and pepper. Nothing on the menu suggested otherwise, but it was in a sort of Alfredo cream sauce that was too much. Between the cheese filling and the cheese sauce it was so dense. It would be great if the menu stated it was a cream sauce. It was a shame because the gnocchi was pretty fluffy. We love Italian food and unfortunately this one fell short. read more

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Great local Italian spot with a fun ambiance and pretty solid food and drinks. Our server Yuri provided exceptional service, would definitely be recommend for a night out in Kensington! read more

Yuri made dinner for me and my wife truly special. The service he provided went above and beyond--attentive, warm, and genuinely thoughtful from start to finish. You can tell he takes pride in what he does, and it added a personal touch that made our night unforgettable. The ambiance at Trattoria de Sofia is cozy and romantic, perfect for date night or a special occasion. The food? Absolutely phenomenal. Every dish tasted like it was made with love--fresh ingredients, rich flavors, and beautifully plated. We shared the Pollo Parmigiana, and it was honestly one of the best we've ever had. From the appetizers to the dessert, everything was spot on. We'll definitely be back, and we'll be asking for Yuri again. If you're looking for authentic Italian with exceptional service, this is the place. Big shout out to Yuri!!!! read more

We ordered three dishes and they were all three made with high quality ingredients and super tasty Our order was timely and service was attentive The restaurant is lively and festive which adds to the charming ambiance read more

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I went to get dinner with my friends for a birthday and two issues occurred. The first was the carbonara was horrendous. It tasted like raw pancake mix...flour and milk. First of all, who uses flour in carbonara?! It was not edible. I tried to add salt, additional pepper, red chili flakes, and additional Parmesan cheese, but none of it helped. I would recommend never getting the carbonara. Secondly, the staff never mentioned they would include a 20% tip for a larger group. I am fine paying that, but it felt disingenuous and deceitful since we were thinking we needed to add a tip. I recommend always to check your bill so you don't over pay. This was my second time eating here and the spicy rigatoni was okay the first time...you can make better at home and buy better elsewhere. I will never go back.You fool me once shame on you. Fool me twice shame on me. I would recommend eating elsewhere not worth it when SD has better Italian elsewhere. read more

THE absolute best italian restaurant in all of san diego! from the service, to the food and ambiance you really can't go wrong with Trattoria Da Sofia. The spicy vodka rigatoni is some of the best pasta i have ever had. Thank you Brandon & Giuseppe for the best service and hospitality, will definitely be seeing us again. read more

I have mixed feelings on this place the service was great but the food was not the decor was a bit cheesy. I ordered the raviolis and they tasted very fishy so I was not a huge fan of those my friend got salmon and it was really dry and we got an appetizer of calamari but they were like rubber bands. So it was pricey and disappointing for us. read more

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I spent my birthday here with a group of girl friends. Yuri was attentive and helped make our experience so much fun! The food was delicious and the drinks were amazing as well. I will definitely come back! Grazie mille read more

Great food, awesome atmosphere and service. Overall great spots must try! Drinks also look pretty great

Vodka Pasta is amazing! Taste super fresh and authentic. Great service! Our waiter brought us an amazing takeside Tiramisu. It felt like i was in Italy. I love the vibe and aesthetic of the restaurant. read more

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Absolutely love sofiaaaaa!! Always a pleasurable experience here. Family friendly and staff is fantastic! Hidden gem and very underrated! Pasta is perfectly al dente! read more

This is a new hot spot in Kensington! Perfect for date night! Here's my food recommendations: - TABLESIDE TIRAMISU IS A MUST ORDER!!!! Never had this anywhere and it beats all the other tiramisu's I have had in the past! - Involtini di Melazane is Stuffed eggplant with ricotta, pine nuts, onion, bread crumbs served with pomodoro sauce - Bruschettone - Burrata cheese, prosciutto, figs, balsamic reduction sauce - Ravioli di Pesce - Stuffed ravioli with fresh crab meat and shrimp, pistachio, finish in smoked salmon cherry tomatoes white wine cream sauce - Ossobuco - Veal shank braised with vegetables, red wine, and broth served with saffron risotto - ALSO A MUST ORDER!!! The value was great overall. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive. The establishment is a good size, and the ambiance is very homey and comfortable. Parking may be a little tricky as they are on the main road, however, there is street parking all over. Bookmark this spot if you're in Kensington! read more

The music was awesome on Sunday night at 830 pm. The kind maitre de allowed me to sit on the patio despite it being so late and time to clean up. The carbonara was perfect. The bread was served with a trio of sauces. Each one better than the next. I think my favorite was the pesto. The staff is from Sicily and shared that the Summers are just as hot as my Northern California Summers. Nice try pal. You can't keep me out of Italy, I'm still visiting someday. I was incredibly angry when I found out my hotel room fridge wasn't working upon my return that evening. I saved exactly half of my meal to savor the next day but was unable to keep it refrigerated. Such a shame. These were some legendary leftovers. read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Carbonara y garlic bread - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

This place was amazing the food was delicious and the service was phenomenal. Thanks Lisa!! Highly recommend this place. read more

We went to celebrate my girlfriends birthday and this place did not disappoint, food was great ambiance was nice with staff being very friendly! Our server YURI made our night very pleasent, very light hearted with an amazing attitude, his recommendations were spot on, from the wine all the way to our main dishes. We will be coming back to this restaurant and hope to see him there and have him as our waiter! 10/10 read more

The place itself is so cute and well decorated. I really like the cozy vibe of the place, but also the modernization of the restaurant. The truffle fries were absolutely delicious and every piece had flavor. The vodka pasta was yummy, and cooked al dente. I do prefer a bit softer, but nothing I would complain about. The service was great and staff was friendly. read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Truffle fries - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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For a party of 3 on a saturday night we expected a long wait but only had to wait 15 minutes which was amazing! We were shocked because it was so busy and lively inside. We got a beer, tiramisu martini, and elderflower gin and tonic. The tiramisu martini was a 10/10 - I don't really love cream/cocoa based/non fruity cocktails but it was amazing. The elderflower gin n tonic was exceptionally strong - worth it. The fiori di zucca was a pleasant blend of cheese and veggies. The eggplant appetizer was smooth as well. Oh my gosh their free house bread and sauce was to die for!! That marinara sauce was smooth tangy and flavorful. The truffle mushroom fettuccine was solid/average but the spicy rigatoni was outstanding. The crab and shrimp ravioli was also truly delectable. One of my new favorites for italian here in SD. read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Elderflower gin and tonic, tiramisu martini, and beer. - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

Rated a Solid D (A+) For and From Drinks to Desserts, & the delicious delightful delicacies. The service was prompt, helpful, friendly & fruitful! An abundance of life in all dishes, flavorful, color, texture and absolute taste, my taste buds could not keep up! A whole experience from the staff to the space, illuminated in great decor. All a full collaboration, collected to share an amazing experience! Overwhelmed with care in the food and the environment, my stomach & heart, found a home to return to many more times! Dishes for the night; Drinks Sofia / Pinot Nero. Antipasta: calamari fritti / caprese sofia Main: Spicy Rigatoni in Vodka Sauce / Risotto Pescatora Dessert: Limocello Cake / Chocolate Lava Cake. TRATTORIA DA SOFIA, You have my Heart & Stomach, Thank You! read more

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Yum- Yum- Yum! This place is such a gem the food incredibly delicious only thing missing is some great Italian bread with olive oil & spices for dipping! Good service was a plus. Most Italian Restaurants give you bread while waiting for the food that would have been a 5 star. read more

We've been here 4 times and every time we get the spicy rigatoni and it is delicious!! Went in for happy hour and they had 10$ spritz. The interior is a vibe and Yuri has been there every time we go and he always gives us the best service, love his personality and energy! 10/10 will keep coming back. read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Spicy Rigatoni Vodka - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Hidden gem in Kensington and we'll absolutely be going back!! Everyone was so welcoming, food was delicious and I can't believe we just discovered this place! read more

Great host and service! Food was delicious and atmosphere reminded me just of Italy! Spritz's delicious as well. read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Carciofi alla Giudea - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came for restaurant week. Food was very basic. Not bad, Just nothing special. Artichokes app was good, lemon cake good. Salmon and chicken were bland. Sadly, I was disappointed. read more

Yuri is amazing! The food and drinks are too die for! We came for a birthday and had an amazing experience thanks to our server! read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

I loved everything about this place. Our food was amazing (from appetizer to dessert!), the service was excellent , and the pricing was pretty great as well, expect ~$20-40 per person. read more

Trattoria Da Sofia - Canoli - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Trattoria Da Sofía , had a great ambience. The service was a little bit on the slower side and the pasta was decent I ordered the spicy vodka with chicken which lacked flavor the ceasar salad was actually amazing I tried the house wine which was AMAZING. read more

We made a reservation for the grand opening on Thursday. The ambiance of the restaurant was lively and the decor was authentic. I enjoyed the various plants, pillars, and hanging clothes as part of the restaurant. We were sat down outside in the patio. We waited 15 minutes and still had no server visit our table. Other parties who were seated after us were getting service and a warm welcome. We asked a busser to please bring someone over to take our order. The waitress came over and didn't greet us. She just asked what we want to order. We asked questions about the menu and she didn't know how to answer our questions about the dishes. She left and brought a waiter over to help. Again, we didn't get greeted or have any specials explained to us. It was a pure transactional experience. The food was great! We ordered the bolognese and the cacio e pepe. The bolognese came with fusilli pasta and it was cooked al dente. The flavor was great. The Cacio e pepe came with gnocchi. The sauce was great, but they had minimal sauce on the dish. Both pastas were fresh and the sauces complemented them well. The food is 4/5 stars. The ambiance is 4/5 stars. The service is 1/5 stars. read more

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Fresh Food Exceptional Service Romantic Ambiance What a wonderful dining experience in the heart of Kensington. You owe it to yourself to try Sofia. We thoroughly enjoyed our beautiful meal and the awesome service. The presentation was the most professional we have seen in quite some time. read more

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Service: [5/5] We had a reservation at 7:30pm on a Saturday night and we were seated immediately, which you would expect from a reservation but lately is rarely the case. We were greeted with two glasses of water and ample time to look at the menu. After placing our orders, we were served with the house bread and marinara. Our food didn't take very long to come out, I'd say within 7-10 minutes. Surprising, considering how busy it was. Overall, we had a very nice and attentive server, the food came out quick, and we didn't have to wait long to receive our check either. Price: [4.5/5] In general, this spot is pretty on par with other Italian restaurants in San Diego in terms of pricing. However, we were given rather big portions which served as essentially two meals for us. We love leftovers, hence the 0.5 bump in the score. If you're looking to add protein to your pasta dish like we did, you should expect to pay about $30-something+ per person. Food/Drinks: [4.7/5] Bread service -- [5/5] While the focaccia came out semi-cold, it was remedied by the HOT--and I mean temperature-hot--marinara sauce that was served on the side. The sauce was so refreshing, which made us question our personal definitions of "refreshing". Like, who knew that something hot could be so refreshing? Cacio e pepe -- [5/5] My boyfriend had this dish, and he LOVED it! The sausage really complemented the gnocchi and brought out a lot of flavor that I think the pasta itself would have lacked. Spicy rigatoni vodka -- [4.5/5] This was incredible! I noticed other people in the reviews saying that this dish wasn't spicy enough but I thought mine had a decent kick to it. Sure, I could have definitely handled spicier but I thought mine had a comfortable amount of heat added. The meatballs were a 20/10 in my opinion, AND they give you three! The reason I decided to knock the score down a little was because the pasta came out pretty al dente, like almost undercooked-al-dente...the al-est of dentes we like to say lol. Allergy Friendly: [5/5] The waiter was very attentive to my food allergies (all nuts and all seafood/shellfish) and it didn't seem to cause much issues with my dish (spicy rigatoni vodka). Ugh, I love Italian food. Ambience: [4.5/5] The restaurant was busy and bustling with servers coming in and out with food, as well as guests coming in with empty stomachs and leaving with smiles on their faces. The restaurant was well decorated and we loved how well they leaned into their Halloween spirit. Despite the loud chatter of the patrons along with the music, I still found this place to be pretty cozy. Overall Experience: [4.8/5] Would we come here again? Absolutely! But maybe when it's payday lol. Leaving the restaurant, we thought it made it into our "Top 5 Italian Restaurants in San Diego" list. It's cute, the service is great, food is delicious, AND it's conveniently located right next to Stella Jean's if you're feeling good ice cream. I can't wait for another date night at Trattoria Da Sofia! read more

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