La Pastaia Italian

Italian restaurant, Bar, Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Cocktail bar, Lunch restaurant, Pasta shop, Wine bar

La Pastaia Italian is a charming dining spot in Clairemont Village, serving up delightful Italian dishes that evoke memories of a Roman escape. With a cozy yet trendy atmosphere, it’s perfect for families or solo diners alike. The menu features everything from comforting pasta to small plates and vegan options, complemented by a robust cocktail and wine selection. While the service can be slow during busy times, the fresh bread and authentic flavors make it worth the wait. Don’t miss their delectable desserts!

Contact Info

  • Location: 3055 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117
  • Located in: Clairemont Village
  • Phone: (619) 272-0157
  • Price range: $$$
La Pastaia Italian

Opening hours

  • Monday: 4-8:45 pm
  • Tuesday: 4-8:45 pm
  • Wednesday: 4-8:45 pm
  • Thursday: 4-8:45 pm
  • Friday: 4-9:30 pm
  • Saturday: 10:30 am-9:30 pm
  • Sunday: 10:30 am-8:45 pm

Other Business Hours

Breakfast

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 9 am-3 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-3 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am-3 pm

Brunch

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 9 am-3 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-3 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am-3 pm

Lunch

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 9 am-3 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-3 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am-3 pm

Happy hours

  • Monday: 4-5:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 4-5:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 4-5:30 pm
  • Thursday: 4-5:30 pm
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Services

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Identifies as women-owned
  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Great dessert
  • Sport
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Toilets
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free multi-storey car park
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Paid multi-storey car park
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Plenty of parking
  • Valet parking
  • Dogs allowed
La Pastaia Italian Food & drink

Food & drink

La Pastaia Italian Vibe

Vibe

La Pastaia Italian Pizza

Pizza

La Pastaia Italian Rack of lamb

Rack of lamb

La Pastaia Italian Bar

Bar

La Pastaia Italian Pappardelle

Pappardelle

La Pastaia Italian By owner

By owner

La Pastaia Italian Street View

Street View

Menus and Prices

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Menu 1

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I took my daughter to lunch here, and we loved it so much! The food reminded us of when we went to Rome! It was so yummy and authentic.
The service was top notch and the atmosphere is aesthetically pleasing! We will definitely dine with them again in the near future!


Overall great food and vibes but kind of slow service.
We got there for our reservation at 7:45 and were immediately sat.
It was well packed and only a few tables were left open. There is a drink menu and their food menu - it all sounds so delicious we had trouble figuring out what we wanted.
It didn't take too long for the waiter to come and take our order and so we thought the service was pretty fast! They give free bread and their butter is very yummy - and they give you a bottle of water for the table.
We ordered and it did take a little bit for us to get our food, but when we did it was all hot and incredibly delicious! My friend got the ravioli and we were surprised at how little she got of it. After our first bottle of water we asked for another and they had forgotten after 15 mins so we had to ask again.
Same with the bread. I did ask them if they could bring a dessert out, and I could pay for it, to celebrate my friends getting engaged.
They did bring it out and it was really great that they could accommodate.
We were there past closing of 9pm waiting for our check and were one of the last tables there.
Even people who got there after us had left haha They do let you split the check as we did it 4 ways.


UPDATE: I initially visited this restaurant a few months ago for their brunch, only to learn upon arrival that they permanently cancelled it.
However, they have brought it back! So that is good news.
I have yet to try it.
However, I did finally experience their dinner and I have to say I was VERY impressed! The food was excellent.
The eggplant parmesan starter was amazing as well as their prosciutto and mozzarella pizza.
My friends said the cocktails were delightful, as well as their parmesan wheel entrée.
I am very pleased to have had such a great experience and worthy food.
Our Italian waiter was funny, helpful, and does an excellent job taking photos! One complaint that I do have, along with some other reviewers, is the plastic dinnerware is kind of cringe.
It is such a cute place with fabulous ambience and then you have plastic drinking glasses and plastic plates.
My suggestion to management is to invest in some quality dishware to match the quality food you’re preparing and serving.
The food is excellent but slightly lowers the experience when served on plastic.
Otherwise, great place to have a yummy Italian meal! Can’t wait to return for brunch. Previous review: Bring back your brunch.
I walked out, along with another party, because brunch is no longer served.
If you don’t serve brunch at 11 AM then you might want to reconsider changing your hours.
I don’t think I could eat a big bowl of pasta at 11 AM.
I will return for dinner one day, as the menu looks solid.
Cute interior and vibe.
However, there was no soap in the ladies room (I had to tell the hostess) and the dining chairs were dirty.
I had to clean my seat in front of the hostess before sitting down and my friend had to choose another seat because hers was covered in wine spots.


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