Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

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   Levent

   VIP

   San Diego

   99 reviews

   2.0

   99 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   The bad experience started before I even showed up. I called them to move the reservation by 15 mins. They said they can’t and they won’t guarantee a table if we are 15 mins late. So went there on time. They seated us at a handicapped table at the entrance where there was a cold breeze every time the door opened. Nobody in our party was handicapped. I asked to be reseated. The greeter didn’t seem to be interested in making us more comfortable. Said all tables were occupied and reserved while half the tables were empty. Those tables remained empty the whole time we were there. Getting past the seating nonsense there isn’t much to redeem this poor quality restaurant when it comes to their food selection and quality. They had a loud house music blaring the whole time run by a “dj”. Needless to say I will never go there again.
   

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   Michael

   San Diego

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We came to Salvatore's (reservation made prior) after attending a performance at the SD Civic Theatre. It was a Sunday afternoon, so there were minimal patrons. It was in between lunch and dinner (3-4 pm) and there was "technically" no service. That didn't matter. One of the managers bartenders, Tommy, was very hospitable to my wife (her B-day) and I, inviting us to sit anywhere and wait. We chose the bar and he offered us a cocktail and engaged in friendly conversation about the restaurant and most anything else. Afterwards, we were seated at a quiet booth. Overall, the drinks, food, service and ambience were excellent. We were very relaxed and lingered for a couple of hours. It was a very positive experience and we plan on returning again as well as inviting good friends to join us.
   

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   Lia

   Denver

   52 reviews

   4.0

   52 reviews

   Dined on December 9, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Brought a small group from work for a nice casual dinner and the food was absolutely terrific. Very inventive, focused on fresh ingredients and creative variations of classic Italian dishes. The menu has something to please every taste and dietary habit with a nice selection of starters and small plates in particular. Our server was lovely and tried hard but was overworked for the number of customers and struggled a bit to keep up. On this particular night, it seemed like the supply chain was not our friend: they were out of an unusually high number of basics -- couldn't make three of their specialty cocktails, were out of a major salad item, some entree limitations, etc... seemed like everything we ordered was out and we had to re-organize our choices more than a usual situation. That said, the food, was spectacular, decently priced for San Diego, and the servings were generous. The staff were very pleasant and the environment was really nice - pleasant seating, good lighting, and a nice vibe. Would definitely return when in the area and hope that the delivery trucks show up !
   

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   Barbara

   San Diego

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loved it! We will definitely be back for the RnB with Love Brunch!
   

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   Tyler

   Dallas

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service and the food is good for sure. Nice environment to enjoy a date or host a company dinner.
   

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   Kelly

   Detroit

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was great but the service was lacking. Our server rarely came by or asked about payment or food preferences for our group.
   

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   Wally

   San Diego

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 30, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food! However, our server could have done better if they listened more and talked less. When we ordered the appetizers, only one of the three dishes were ordered so we sat there sharing Gnocchi. Besides, that , great experience overall. I will still come back!
   

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   JOSE MIGUEL

   VIP

   Mexico City

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   No había café en el desayuno y no había todo lo que decía en el menú. Nos fuimos.
   

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   Sean

   VIP

   San Diego

   38 reviews

   3.0

   38 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Second time we have been there, both times for dinner, one weekday and one weekend. Both times a disappointment. Then fun “vibe” we see on IG we must be getting unlucky because it’s pretty dead and quiet there. Food is decent but nothing has jumped out as outstanding.
   

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    chris

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We are at the bar and Tommy the bartender was amazing. Best in class service. We were celebrating a birthday and he made us feel so welcome and taken care of. The food and drink were equally as amazing.
    

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