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Operacaffe, San Diego, CA

Operacaffe

4.6
4.6
1383 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
At Operacaffe we are passionate about our culinary business and our customers. The reputation for excellent cuisine, top-notch service, the quality and freshness of ingredients are the reasons we are so proud of our brand new restaurant!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 234-6538
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Patrizia Branchi
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,383 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Operacaffe in San Diego offers a "perfect spot for pre-theater dining" with "authentic Italian flavors" and "excellent service." Guests praise the "delicious pasta and main dishes," alongside a "fun casual ambiance." Despite occasional service hiccups, the "amazing food" and "great location" make it a highly recommended dining choice.

1,383 Reviews
  1. Tammi

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had delicious food and great service. I had the large raviolis stuffed with crab and shrimp in a light cream sauce. My friend had the pasta and salmon dish, and she had plenty to take home. I chose the Opera Cafe because it was 5 minutes away from the SD Civic Theater, where we went afterward. I was very happy with my choice. Definitely recommend you eat there.

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  2. David

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Was pleasently surprised by this place. What it lacks in curb appeal is made up for in the quality of food. We will go back.

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  3. Andrew

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! Wonderful service and Birthday Surprise! We can't wait to come back and enjoy the rest of your menu! Recommending to all of our friends! Thank you again!

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  4. William

    Sacramento

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Great customer service. They read what your plans are before you get there. Would strongly recommend.

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  5. Stanley

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fine Italian food with great service theater location.

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  6. Sabrena

    San Diego

    295 reviews

    4.0

    295 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Operacaffe is my favorite Italian in the Gaslamp. Last night I ordered the mushroom ravioli with butter sage sauce. I get it often. But last night it was too salty. My friend had the lasagna and said she wouldn't order it again. Maybe just an off night?? I'll sure give it another try.

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  7. Billy

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Make sure to make reservation. Definitely worth dining here if you’re in the Gaslamp District.

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  8. Mary

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Our pasta dishes were served cold. Tasted horrible We saw plates sitting on the counter from the kitchen for 10 minutes. Sure enough those were ours. Waitress did offer to heat the food up. Creamy base foods do not heat up well.

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  9. Debbie

    VIP

    San Diego

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect spot to enjoy dinner before the theater! We shared the La Mista salad…incredible salad dressing. The greens were chilled perfectly and the carrots and Persian cucumbers were crunchy fresh. One of had the lasagna…thoroughly enjoyed the flavors and it had just come out of the oven. The other had the ravioli fattore …spinach ravioli with spicy vodka sauce and porcini mushrooms. Wonderful! Ravioli was perfectly cooked. The sauce was VERY good and not too spicy.

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  10. steve

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Great service! Fun casual ambiance! Great for pre-theater!

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FAQs

Operacaffe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 234-6538.

Operacaffe is rated 4.6 stars by 1383 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Operacaffe

835 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Patrizia Branchi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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