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OUR STORY Everything started 21 years ago when Danilo and Francesca moved to San Diego from Milano, Italy. Their passion and traditions drove them immediately into restaurant business and their drive and commitment into experience all angles of this hard work. They traveled back and forth for years to extend their expertise in cooking and hospitality before finally settle down in this beautiful and growing city. They partner in a successful Italian restaurant in Pacific Beach for about 7 years and then decided to find a hidden place in need of Italian flavors and Cucina Basilico was born. A small humble Italian restaurant in the heart of business district as well as residential. Everything here is homemade.
Laid-back hub for Northern Italian dining with housemade pastas, salads, starters & limited entrees.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3755 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (858) 874-6436
Website: https://www.cucinabasilico.com/
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Reviews
Jes Meda
Our good friends frequent here often and invited us to join them after a day in Temecula. We ordered Pescatora, Norcina, Vongole, and a Butternut Squash Ravioli. The freshness of the pasta was undeniable. Our friends loved the Pescatora and Norcina. For me, the Vongole lacked a little flavor and had minimal clams to complement the dish…I expected more clams in this dish which I order often at Italian restaurants. My wife also said her dish lacked some flavor but loved the freshness of the pasta. She also tasted our friend’s Pescatora and loved it. Would like to try this place again next time we are in the area.
… moreGianna Marie
know for certain that I’ll be coming back and would 100% recommend this place. The atmosphere was warm and cozy, creating the perfect setting for a great meal. The food was outstanding, you can truly taste the quality and care put into every dish. The service was just as impressive. The staff consistently checked in without being intrusive and made sure everything was perfect. The entire experience felt thoughtful, comforting, and close to home, yet still unique and memorable. An easy five stars.
… moreFadi Achkar
Delicious and well priced home made pasta with great choices of appetizers and good wine. Been here many times and always look forward to my next time. The staff is friendly and caring!
… moreJonny Boyy
Great good. Real traditional Italian food. The parking is a little crowded because the restaurant is in a busy plaza along with other restaurants and fast food places.
The restaurant is small, but the atmosphere is great. You don’t need to dress fancy to eat here.
The bread rolls are great. The food portions were pretty big. Stop by if you are in town!
… moreThe restaurant is small, but the atmosphere is great. You don’t need to dress fancy to eat here.
The bread rolls are great. The food portions were pretty big. Stop by if you are in town!
Golden Shore Design and Build Office
My wife,toddler and my self had dinner tonight
And it was fantastic.
Firstly I want to emphasize that this is a true mom and pop shop.
The family makes the fresh pasta ,cook the food and serve it .
We order two times the side pasta al bolognese for my kid
And my wife and I shared a starter and a main course.
Both were fantastic and I will return to eat there again.
I have a few notes ,
The dinner rolls should match the level of the rest of the food in the restaurant
They were not up to par as the reason that night .
And the service was a bit disorganized and lacked a bit of oversight and guidance.
It is a new place so it’s important for me to give those notes so they receive a well needed feedback like Amy restaurant needs.
And for closure ,
The Panama cotta was the best I ever ate .
And I’ve traveled Italy and ate my fair share of different recipes.
This one takes the first spot by a mile.
Will return angain
And I must say that all the people around me in the restaurant were very happy from the food they ordered
*****
… moreAnd it was fantastic.
Firstly I want to emphasize that this is a true mom and pop shop.
The family makes the fresh pasta ,cook the food and serve it .
We order two times the side pasta al bolognese for my kid
And my wife and I shared a starter and a main course.
Both were fantastic and I will return to eat there again.
I have a few notes ,
The dinner rolls should match the level of the rest of the food in the restaurant
They were not up to par as the reason that night .
And the service was a bit disorganized and lacked a bit of oversight and guidance.
It is a new place so it’s important for me to give those notes so they receive a well needed feedback like Amy restaurant needs.
And for closure ,
The Panama cotta was the best I ever ate .
And I’ve traveled Italy and ate my fair share of different recipes.
This one takes the first spot by a mile.
Will return angain
And I must say that all the people around me in the restaurant were very happy from the food they ordered
*****
Kevin Hodge
Don’t live local but found this place 8 years ago. Was in town again and reminded me why I love this place. Truly the best Italian I have had. All 5 at our table loved our meals. The homemade pasta is key. Save room for the desserts.
… moreRafy Juan
Pasta plates are the best in San Diego (in my opinion). Love the super alfredo sauce. They make their pasta fresh from scratch every day!! Small but cozy restaurant. This is my go-to restaurant for my birthday, I love coming back to this restaurant.
… moreGabriela Verendia
Absolutely FANTASTIC! A hole-in-the-wall, cozy Italian restaurant that knocks every dish out of the park. The quality and flavor behind their dishes is phenomenal and puts them far ahead of many Italian spots in town.
… moreApril Hanley
Absolutely delicious! Did a Google Review search for best Italian Restaurants while on vacation in San Diego for my son’s birthday and found Cucina Basilico! We were a bit nervous when our driver stopped at a strip mall and not the Little Italy district, but oh my goodness…the charming space, the more than excellent customer service and the fresh, house made pasta and desserts were all incredible! The owner even brought a dessert and candle out for my son’s birthday wish, which was so, very kind. Thankfully, the atmosphere was dinner casual, which worked out nicely after a full day of exploring and not having time to change. When in San Diego I would highly recommend Cucina Basilico. I will definitely dream of some of those bites and I can’t wait to return. Thank you for a wonderful celebratory dinner!
… moreAdan Allen
A Truly Exceptional Dining Experience!
Cucina Basilico in San Diego is, without a doubt, a must-visit. From start to finish, our experience was absolutely wonderful!
The food was genuinely excellent. Every single person in our group was extremely satisfied with their entree—a rare feat! The desserts were amazing! We were ambitious and managed to try almost every single one on the menu.
A huge shout-out must go to our host, Pablo. We showed up as an underdressed group from Arizona without a reservation, and Pablo was incredibly accommodating, providing us with truly five-star service. He made us feel welcome immediately. The entire experience was capped off by a lovely surprise when the chef himself came out to thank our table. This kind of personalized service and culinary quality is hard to find. Overall, it was a wonderful experience at a restaurant I plan to return to as often as possible. Highly, highly recommended!
… moreCucina Basilico in San Diego is, without a doubt, a must-visit. From start to finish, our experience was absolutely wonderful!
The food was genuinely excellent. Every single person in our group was extremely satisfied with their entree—a rare feat! The desserts were amazing! We were ambitious and managed to try almost every single one on the menu.
A huge shout-out must go to our host, Pablo. We showed up as an underdressed group from Arizona without a reservation, and Pablo was incredibly accommodating, providing us with truly five-star service. He made us feel welcome immediately. The entire experience was capped off by a lovely surprise when the chef himself came out to thank our table. This kind of personalized service and culinary quality is hard to find. Overall, it was a wonderful experience at a restaurant I plan to return to as often as possible. Highly, highly recommended!