Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana

4.2

61 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Romantic

Experience a taste of Rome Italy in San Diego at Cacio e Pepe, where traditional Italian Roman cuisine takes center stage. Our dishes are crafted authentically using Italian ingredients, spices, and techniques, offering everything from the classic Cacio e Pepe to Roman-style pizza. Immerse yourself in the ambiance that reflects the essence of Rome and Italian culture.
Join us for dinner Tuesday to Sunday from 4 pm to 9 pm and indulge in our weekend brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 2 pm.
Don't miss our unique selections of wines and delicious cocktails to complement your dining experience.
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Brunch:
Saturday and Sunday | 9 am - 2:00 pm

Dinner
Tuesday - Thursday | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Closed Monday Night!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Sicilian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 255-9895
Website
https://cacioepepetrattoriaromana.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Alberto Morreale
Private party facilities
For events, please contact our event department at events@alba-restaurantgroup.com

Location
2835 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104-2928
Neighborhood
North Park
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 61 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana is celebrated for its "authentic Italian dishes" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "reasonable prices." The atmosphere is "inviting and comfortable," making it a delightful spot for any occasion. Notably, the pasta dishes and cocktails receive high praise, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

61 Reviews

S
Suzanne
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fresh made, delicious. There is nothing better than fresh ingredients and fresh made food. We had the cacio e Pepe pasta and the brazato short rib. And the bread with butter/truffle oil was unbelievable. We will be back.
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Madelynn
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and whole experience was so amazing we can’t stop talking about it!
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David
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent restaurant- so good that I came here twice in one month. Everything is made fresh from the pastas to the deserts. Really fantastic. The service is also on par - be sure to listen to their recommendations!
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Luis
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Pappardelle I ordered was raw. Ambience was overall pretty good though
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Joe
VIP
San Diego
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've been wanting to try Cacio E Pepe for a while now, so we decided to celebrate my stepdaughter's birthday here the Sunday after Thanksgiving. The restaurant was completely empty when we arrived at 6 PM. Service was excellent, but that's to be expected when there are no other customers in the restaurant. The appetizers were outstanding and, by far, the best part of the meal. The Cacio E Pepe Pizza lacked flavor. The Carbonara was too salty. I didn't try anything else but nobody in our party was overly impressed with their meals. The cocktails weren't very good either. I ordered a Classic Sangria and it wasn't good at all; too much cinnamon. My stepdaughter had an Espresso Martini and said it was OK. I was really looking forward to dining here due to all the positive reviews, but it failed to live up to our expectations.
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Lisa
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was top notch and the food delectable. I will absolutely be back.
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Yali
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Best cacio e pepe in town, authentic and great italian pastas
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Claudia
San Diego
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visiting Cacio e Peppe and we are definitely coming back. They have a kids menu which is very practical for families. My kids loved their pasta! Everything we tried - salad, bread, pasta, wine - was delicious.
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Carmen
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place the food was very good and the service was outstanding. Will definitely ne back.
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Paul
San Diego
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious. My husband and I both had Cacio e Pepe, shared a delicious salad and Canolli for dessert. Our server, Sophia, was very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place.
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FAQs

Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 255-9895.

Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana is rated 4.2 stars by 61 OpenTable diners.

Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

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Google Map for Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana

2835 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104-2928

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
North Park
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Sicilian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alberto Morreale
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://cacioepepetrattoriaromana.com/
Phone number
(619) 255-9895
Private party facilities
For events, please contact our event department at events@alba-restaurantgroup.com

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Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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What 61 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana restaurant rated?

Does Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana offer gift cards?

Is Cacio E Pepe Trattoria Romana currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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