Best Authentic Restaurants in Grantville

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1. Buona Forchetta

4.6

Exceptional(871)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Park

Booked 63 times today

Buona Forchetta, meaning 'Good Fork' in Italian, is an authentic Italian restaurant. It was started by Matteo who wanted to bring his native Italy to San Diego. Customers praise its 'excellent and authentic Italian experience' with simple recipes that 'takes me back to all my travels to Italy'. The restaurant is highly recommended for its 'authentic and delicious' food, 'vibrant atmosphere' and 'excellent service'.

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2. Cori Pastificio Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(631)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Park

Booked 31 times today

Acclaimed Sicilian Chef Accursio Lota serves up authentic cuisine in a cozy 60's-style Italian trattoria. Voted San Diego's Best Chef five years in a row, and Barilla’s World Pasta Champion, at Cori Trattoria Chef Lota serves up beautifully bold dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas and Beef Bone Marrow, and an unbelievably rich Vegan Parmigiana di Melanzane. The menu melds the flavors of Sicily and Italy with the best of fresh, locally-sourced Southern California ingredients, and is matched by a curated wine list and cocktail program that include indigenous, bio-dynamic varietals from all Italy. The current Spring menu features dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas, fava bean, and beef bone marrow, and Cacio e Pepe with sustainably-sourced Petrovich caviar.Enjoy full-service table seating, grab a place at the marble-topped bar, from which you can watch all the action of your meal being prepared in the open kitchen or just order your meal to enjoy at home with your family.

3. RustiCucina

4.6

Exceptional(1170)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Hillcrest

Booked 34 times today

Welcome to Rusticucina, where locally sourced ingredients, seasonal dishes and a warm ambiance reign supreme. We are named to reflect the merging of two cultures; American and Sicilian, since our owners are straight out of a small town in Sicily. We invite neighborhood dwellers and visitors to experience our farm-to-neighborhood restaurant unlike any other. Aperitivo, a traditional Italian-style happy hour, leads the way—think sensational small bites, Aperol Spritzes, Negronis and Limoncello. We also offer a full bar and carefully curated craft cocktails, along with an impressive beer and wine list. Our food menu, boasts hearty, rustic cuisine, with pasta made in-house, from scratch, as well palate-pleasing entrees and a slate of pizzas and flat breads. Our tableside service offers a one-of-a-kind, dedicated experience, and their outdoor space is the perfect landing spot for dog lovers and sun worshipers. We even offer a pet menu for furry guests.

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4. Trattoria Da Sofia

4.6

Exceptional(205)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kensington

Booked 46 times today

Trattoria da Sofia is a brand new Italian restaurant located in the charming Kensington neighborhood of San Diego. Trattoria da Sofia features delicious, comforting Italian dishes paired with warm Italian hospitality. By day, the Trattoria is your new favorite coffee shop and cafe.

5. Bleu Boheme

4.8

Exceptional(3560)

Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 17 times today

"World travel and its pleasures; items brought back from different places for décors; great stories shared with others; and very importantly, simple, yet delicious recipes from different cultures. Our mission is humble. It is simply for people coming to our restaurant to be transported around the world, and to travel with us for an evening, to a place of well-being and happiness."Bleu Bohème is designed to create a feeling of France's past generations. It mixes the Bohemian and artistic free spirited left bank of Paris with the roots and tradition of the rural areas. Bleu Bohème is a neighborhood restaurant that serves accessible, affordable and comforting French cuisine.

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6. Et Voilà! French Bistro - San Diego

4.9

Exceptional(2568)

Price: Moderate

• French • North Park

Booked 26 times today

Et Voilà! is a vibrant neighborhood bistro, located along the North Park corridor. Et Voilà! French Bistro showcases Chef Vincent Viale’s talents, mixing French classics with a modern accent. Find local and seasonal products building upon French recipes from various regions, such as Steak Frites, Coquilles St. Jacques, and soufflés. Explore the diverse regions of France through a curated wine list, and taste a variety of distinct local ingredients with our crafted cocktails. Et Voila! French Bistro is the destination for those looking for a vibrant dining experience, or even for those looking for a simple glass of wine and informal bite at the bar. No reservations accepted for happy hour Please be on time to your reservation. Note that your allocated time slot starts at the time of your reservation and NOT when your party is complete. (1.30 hours for 2, 1.45pm for 3/4 people) We likely will not be able to extend your time if you are running late . Thank you for

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7. Puesto Mission Valley

4.6

Exceptional(2010)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Mission Valley

Booked 51 times today

Puesto is family-owned and operated by first generation Mexican American brothers Eric, Alan and Alex Adler, alongside their cousins Isidoro and Moy Lombrozo and founding chef and partner Luisteen Gonzalez. With eight locations in California, Puesto provides an innovative and contemporary approach to authentic Mexican cuisine. Sourcing its ingredients locally and regionally, the restaurant has earned national acclaim for its Mexico City-inspired tacos made with non-GMO organic, heirloom Masienda blue corn stone-ground tortillas, crispy melted cheese and scratch salsas.

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8. Louisiana Purchase SD

4.5

Awesome(710)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • North Park

Booked 62 times today

Conveniently set on Louisiana Street in North Park, our design of this intimate cocktail restaurant was inspired by the charm &; character of New Orleans, with creative touches of personal effects giving guests the feeling of warmth, community & fun Architect Jeff Svitak helped create a modern interpretation of a classic French Quarter restaurant, introducing elements of wood, marble &; rich velvet. Our lush patio seating flows seamlessly into our indoor dining space, a nod to the courtyards found across the beautiful southern city.Our rotating food menu will be dedicated to only the best seasonal ingredients, featuring big &; bold flavors from the region. Executive Chef Quinnton Austin recently relocated to San Diego from New Orleans, bringing with him an exciting wealth of knowledge &; experience in the culinary melting pot that defines southern cuisineAlligator Cheesecake, Andouille Fried Red Beans & Rice w/Chipotle Mousse, &

9. Siamo Napoli

4.8

Exceptional(1335)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Park

Booked 45 times today

Specializing in Napolitano style pizza and pasta. We focus on clean fresh ingredients that thrive in our home land and make simple foods the star. We have a full bar with hand crafted drinks and a range of wines from Napoli and beyond.

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10. Parc Bistro-Brasserie

4.8

Exceptional(3149)

Price: Moderate

• French • Banker's Hill

Booked 38 times today

Parc Bistro-Brasserie is an authentic French restaurant. Reviewers consistently praise the "classic French bistro dishes", the ambiance that "mimics a Paris Bistro", and the "French touches" in both menu and cooking style. The restaurant's own description also highlights its French cuisine focus. Its reputation as a "seafood focused French Bistro" is further solidified by its "Multi-Award Winning Cuisine".

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Allison
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our third visit to Bleu Boheme and it didn’t disappoint. My husband got the Confit de Canard and I had the Croque de Garçon. Both were simply delicious and perfectly cooked. We’re looking forward to our next special night there!
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Bleu BohemePrice: Expensive• French• Kensington
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4.8
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LisaVIP
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was excellent all freshly made ingredients, melting your mouth goodness
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RustiCucinaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Hillcrest
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4.6
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Lindsay
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I have been looking for the best Italian spot in San Diego and this is it. As someone who grew up in Boston in an Italian family I am extremely picky with my Italian food but this was one of the best Italian restaurant I have tried in a very long time. Every single dish was beyond good. I can’t wait to come back
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Trattoria Da SofiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kensington
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4.6
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Sarah
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It was my birthday and we had the best time! The wine came out quickly along with all the appetizers. Everything was fresh and large portions. We made multiple waiters come and check on us throughout the evening. The location is half inside and half outside but even if you're outside you're under a HUGE heater. So don't be afraid you'll be cold. This is one of my favorite restaurant to celebrate
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Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Park
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4.6
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ClaudiaVIP
San Diego •36 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 Jan 2025
Very quaint and novel Italian restaurant. Really great service, perfect wine choices and fair prices. The food highlights were the Fried Smelts which were delicious and the bruschetta was different and tasty. The seafood carbonara eas good... wish it had more seafood. The lasagna was not as firm as I have had in Italy. The flavor was good but the texture needed to be more firm for me. Overall a good experience.
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Cori Pastificio TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Park
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4.8

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110 restaurants available nearby

1. Buona Forchetta

2. Cori Pastificio Trattoria

3. RustiCucina

4. Trattoria Da Sofia

5. Bleu Boheme

6. Et Voilà! French Bistro - San Diego

7. Puesto Mission Valley

8. Louisiana Purchase SD

9. Siamo Napoli

10. Parc Bistro-Brasserie

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