Operacaffe
Operacaffe, in the Gaslamp Quarter, is elegant Italian dining at its finest. Exquisite cuisine and fine Italian wine make for an unforgettable experience.
"Every dish here is amazing... the ravioli is super yummy and the food really reminds you of food that you get when in Italy. Awesome service, a lot of menu options and tasty! You'll want to come back!"
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Summary
If you’re looking for Italian, this is the right place. Operacaffe just might be the best Italian cuisine in downtown San Diego. Chef Patrizia Brachi and and Chef Roberto Bernardoni both describe themselves as “purists” when it comes to the culinary masterpieces that they create.
The tantalizing aromas of gourmet Italian cuisine tempt your senses the moment you enter the restaurant. With culinary tour de forces like the beef tartare with bacon, arugula and chives, as well as the la perra paza salad (fresh pear, crisp watercress, soft gorgonzola cheese, lemon and honey dressing), it is evident that Operacaffe aims to please. And it does.
Have dinner or dessert before heading out in the Gaslamp neighborhood. Try the torta di ricotta – ricotta cake with Italian ricotta cheese, pinenuts and raisins. This agreeable delicacy pairs well with a glass of cold Italian white wine. A handsome Italian eatery, Operacaffe is sure to delight your body and mind.
Amenities
- Wine Bar
- Outdoor seating
- Homemade Desserts
- Fresh Food
- Take-Out Available
- Famous Chef
- Organic Ingredients
- Personal Wines Allowed
- Wheelchair Access
Operacaffe
Operacaffe
Neighborhood:
Gaslamp
Location:
835 4th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone:
619.234.6538
Hours of Operation:
Lunch & Dinner: Mon - Sat from 11:00am
Dinner Only: Sun from 3:00pm
Restaurant Website:
www.operacaffe.com
Additional Info:
Good for business dining
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Operacaffe Information
Restaurant Quick Facts
- Located just across the street from Horton Plaza, Operacaffe is moments from all there is to do in downtown San Diego. Grab lunch or dinner and then stroll through the historic Gaslamp Quarter.
- Both Chefs are from Italy, and they have a true passion for creating only the best culinary masterpieces for their guests.
- A vast selection of real Italian wines makes this fine dining establishment desired by many who enjoy a classy sit-down meal.
- Operacaffe is located walking distance away from many of San Diego's trendy bars and night clubs, sophisticated cocktail lounges, and of course the San Diego Opera House itself!
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BenMenster
Mar 09, 2010
at 4:22 pm
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Member since: March 2010
xxx.xxx.201.232
Would recommend to a friend
Date of Stay: February 2010
Went with: family
Went for: lunch
Type of visit: leisure
5 Stars for the Opera Caffe
Aside from French food, Italian is my other favorite type of food. Whenever we return to San Diego, The Opera Caffe is definitely on the top of my list of places to go. The Penne Carrettierra was incredible. So full of flavor and a particular spice that they used was a welcome change in Italian food. Along with this, the highlight of the meal was the dessert. Torta del Nonno... CGive it 5/5an you say FABULOUS???? FABULOUS was exactly what it was! The chocolate cake just melted in my mouth and the crunchy pine nuts added a little extra pizazz! My wife and I split it and ended up ordering another one because it was so good :)
This restaurant gets an all around 5 stars from me!
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debore1
Oct 14, 2009
at 3:38 pm
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54
Member since: October 2009
xxx.xxx.186.203
Would recommend to a friend
Date of Stay: October 2009
Went with: a date
Went for: lunch
Type of visit: leisure
Re: Operacaffe
Dinner at the Operacaffe was amazing. Luke, the concierge at our hotel recommended this restaurant to us. He made us reservations for 8 and the place was packed. We drank some wine and had the "tartara" as an appetizer. My fiancee ordered a couple different entrees for us to share. My favorite was the osobuchini (spelling?) that was served with some amazing rice. He preferred the spaghetti di mare that had a white sauce and various different seafood tossed in with the spaghetti. For dessert, we shared a tiramisu. That was just average. I have had better yet I have had worse.
We plan on returning to the Operacaffe. It was a fun restaurant with a good vibe.
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