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Operacaffe

(999)

(619) 234-6538

CategoriesItalian

Location835 4th Ave, San Diego, CA

Gift Tips

Start with the fried burrata or coccoli as a shareable appetizer to sample Operacaffe’s signature starters.
Order house-made pastas like the penne portofino with fresh-water prawns or the lobster-filled ravioli to experience their fresh pasta craftsmanship.
If you want pizza, note the dough is naturally fermented for 48 hours using a natural starter — expect a light, digestible crust with simple ingredients.
Save room for dessert and plan to enjoy their in-house tiramisu, which is offered complimentary for special celebrations.
Ask about the gluten-free pasta options if you need a menu that fits dietary needs.
If you are heading to a show at the Civic Theatre or Balboa Theatre, plan ahead since the restaurant can fill up before performance time.

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Price$$

AmbienceCasual, Romantic

Year Established2008

Hours

Monday-Thursday, Sunday: 4PM-9:30PMFriday-Saturday: 4PM-10PM

Operacaffe is an Italian restaurant in San Diego, California, located in the Gaslamp Quarter near downtown’s theater district. Since 2008, it has served guests looking for authentic Italian cooking with a warm, welcoming feel.

Ambiance: Operacaffe has a casual, romantic setting in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. It offers both a dining room and an outdoor patio, making it a comfortable spot for date nights, family meals, or dinner before a show.
Cuisine: The restaurant focuses on authentic Italian food with Tuscan influence, using local and seasonal ingredients. Its menu includes fresh made-to-order pasta, gluten-free options, and pizzas made with a natural starter and long fermentation.
Highlights: Operacaffe is known as the home of fried burrata and has received recognition from the Italian government and the Italian American Chamber of Commerce. It also offers a complimentary in-house tiramisu for special occasions.

The menu blends traditional and modern Tuscan ideas, with dishes built around fresh ingredients and house-made pasta. Popular choices include seafood pastas, ravioli, veal shank ossobuco, and other hearty Italian favorites.

Guests can also enjoy beer or wine with lunch or dinner, and the staff is often noted for being helpful with menu guidance, including dietary needs. With its convenient location and broad menu, Operacaffe works well for a relaxed meal or an evening out before a nearby performance.

Customer Reviews

Anthony C.

03/03/2026

Food was excellent.. homemade pasta was delightful! If im ever going to the Civic Theater I'll be here again! read review

Kristina L.

05/24/2026

Dropped by on a Saturday evening around 630p and they were closed? We had checked Google and open table before we walked here and everything stated that... read review

Sharon B.

11/22/2025

Reservations are highly recommended. We came here on a weeknight before we went to the Civic Theatre for a show. It was full so luckily we had made... read review

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Updated: July 10, 2026

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