Since I follow a lot of local foodie blogs, I thought I ought to re-post upcoming events here, in case any of y'all are interested.
Wednesday, November 4
Taste of Little Italy
Tickets $35 in advance, $40 at the door
Includes a voucher for two to attend Anthology's "Fresh Vibe Tuesday" during November.
Participating restaurants:
Anthology |
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Taste: Saffron arancini bites with tomato and basil chutney, parmesan crisps Voted
San Diego's Best Live Music Venue and Restaurant, Anthology is a
perfect duet of tastes and sounds. Located downtown near the hip
neighborhood of "Little Italy", Anthology
delivers a harmonious gathering of food, music, wine and ambiance with
their award-winning three level interior and acoustics. Jazz, R&B,
Latin, Blues, Classic Rock and more take center stage while talented
Chef de Cuisine Kevin Ables and team join the ensemble with their
signature twist on farm to table New American cuisines. National
touring artists and the hottest local acts perform live nightly in this
intimate 300 seat venue. It's a totally novel "night out". |
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Buon Appetito & 1609 & 1607 India Street |
Taste: Homemade pasta specialities and panini sandwiches to include: Fettucini Genovese and Farfalle with mushrooms Buon Appetito combines a dash of nouvelle and a splash of sophistication to bring forth a cozy San Francisco style eatery in the heart of Little Italy. Dream of Divine Wine, Sogno DiVino offers a wide array of fine wines from around the world as well as assorted appetizers, salads and exquisite paninis. |
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Burger Lounge |
Taste: Grass fed beef sliders. A 3 oz. version of Grilled Lounge Burger served with cheese, housemade Thousand Island dressing and pickles At Burger Lounge, we elevate the hamburger to an art form. Starting with grass-fed Tallgrass Beef directly from the grower, fresh cut French fries, house-made onion rings, and home-style-baked buns-we create a food experience you will want to experience again and again. |
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Cafe Zucchero & Trattoria Fantastica trattoriafantas. signonsandiego.com |
Taste: Cappuccino cake Joe and Lisa Busalacchi created the Italian café-style concept that is Cafe Zucchero. You will find that this delightful setting that offers casual and spirited food gets attention around the clock. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily. Diners enjoy lingering over coffee and sumptuous desserts created by pastry maker Frank Busalacchi who was trained by a Sicilian master. Whether you are in the mood for pizza, pasta, seafood, chicken, or veal, this is the place. Also, make sure you treat your sweet tooth to one of the many sinful desserts. Many restaurants in Little Italy have become destinations, and among them is the Busalacchi family's Trattoria Fantastica. The rustic décor features a relaxed country-style feel throughout the restaurant, including the delightful patio. The wonderfully welcoming atmosphere celebrates yet another delicious Sicilian food lineup, including wood-fired pizzas and all that you would expect from an authentic Italian menu. The terrific entrées show the Sicilian influence, and fill the restaurant with great aromas. |
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Caffe Italia |
Taste: House blend coffee or cappuccino Caffe Italia is the perfect spot to take in the daily life along India Street in Little Italy. Come experience Little Italy's finest espresso bar. We also specialize in panini sandwiches/salads, pastries and locally made Italian gelato. |
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Enoteca Style |
Taste: Prosecco (must be 21 or over) Enoteca Style is a place to eat, drink and relax. We pride ourselves in our great wine selections, excellent food and relaxed atmosphere. |
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Fabrison's |
Taste: Variety of French crepes, both savory and sweet Fabrison's is a French creperie |
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Filippi’s Pizza Grotto |
Taste: Assorted pizza slices The original! Filippi’s Pizza Grotto has been a San Diego tradition since 1950. Join us for fun, fast and friendly service. |
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The Glass Door Restaurant and
Lounge |
Taste: Sea Skins: Petite baby red potato skins filled with poached seafood salad, vanilla bean emulsion and topped with Tobiko Caviar. Located on the 4th floor of the Porto Vista Hotel, The Glass Door is a chic, stylish San Diego downtown restaurant that is redefining the city's hotel dining trends. A hip yet cozy atmosphere designed to complement the incredible downtown and harbor views. While dining under a canopy of handmade Moroccan lanterns you will experience a world of unique flavors and impeccable tableside service. Join us on the balcony or rooftop deck for great food and refreshing cocktails, our hip "Sunset Happy Hour," and a fabulous Weekend Brunch. |
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Indigo Grill |
Taste: Shrimp and scallop ceviche Chef Deborah Scott’s Indigo Grill, located on the corner of Cedar and India, exhibits flavors from Oaxaca, Mexico up to the Pacific Northwest coast and Alaska. Casual and rustic, the interior is inviting and hip. The menu features items like Pipian Crusted Brie, Oven Roasted Mussels and Clams, Alderwood Plank Salmon and Mojo Bone-In Ribeye. Using seasonal produce, supporting local vendors and, with an interactive open kitchen, Deborah and her team are able to create specials indigenous only to Indigo. Come in for a glass of wine during Happy Hour, or enjoy our patio while you dine and sip a Pomegranate-Lemon Drop. |
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Karl Strauss Brewing Company |
Taste: 3 oz. beer sample of your choice (must be 21 or over) A tiny apartment on the beach, two recent college grads, a 75-year-old master brewer, and a passion for beer... Karl Strauss Brewing Company started brewing full-flavored, quality hand-crafted beer in 1989. It was the first micro-brewery to open in San Diego in more than 50 years. Today you can enjoy a variety of Karl Strauss styles throughout Southern California or get immersed in a craft beer culinary adventure in one of their 6 brewery restaurants. |
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Little Italy Spaghetteria |
Taste: Penne Norma -Penne pasta with eggplant, ricotta cheese and marinara sauce Joe and Lisa Busalacchi created Little Italy Spaghetteria to add a casual, relaxed eatery to their family of restaurants in Little Italy and around the county. Casual and spirited food and drinks are served throughout the day. Also, an extensive kids menu is available. |
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Mimmo's Italian Village Deli & Restaurant |
Taste: Cheese tortellini with sauteed grilled chicken, bell peppers, red onions in a creamy white wine sauce Mimmo's offers casual dining in a unique Italian village atmosphere. Serving San Diego since 1973. |
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Mona Lisa |
Taste: Ricotta filled cheese ravioli in a marinara sauce and garlic bread Come to Mona Lisa Italian Foods where you will find a unique dining experience of an authentic family restaurant and an Italian deli under the same roof. Family owned and operated since 1956, with three generations of experience. We look forward to sharing our tradition with you. |
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Numero Water Boutique |
Taste: Water tasting of 3 distinct waters, assorted flavored green iced teas and hot Japanese green tea Numero Water Boutique, a Japanese oasis tucked in the heart of Little Italy, captures the purity of nature through premium natural waters from Mt. Fuji and offers services guided by Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi. This boutique offers authentic Japanese gifts, products and services such as onsen mineral foot baths, reflexology foot massages, water bar and a modern twist on the traditional Japanese tea room with more than 30 different tea selections. |
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Pappalecco 1602 State St 619.238.4590 pappalecco.com |
Taste: Gelato Pappalecco
offers a wide range of hand made gelatos, as well as sandwiches, fresh
bakery items and assorted coffees and teas. Stop by for breakfast,
lunch or dinner and enjoy outdoor sidewalk dining. |
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Pizzeria Luigi 1827 India St 619.238.3502 pizzerialuigi.com |
Taste: Pizza by the slice Pizzeria Luigi serves authentic thin crust pies and slices, along with calzones, stromboli, pannini, pastas, and lasagnas |
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Po Pazzo 1917 India Street 619.238.1917 popazzo.com |
Taste: Risotto Pazzo Sure our name, Po Pazzo,
is Italian, but the food pays homage to the best urban bar and grille.
Sound Crazy? That's what Po Pazzo means, just a little crazy. Our menu
is filled with great appetizers, ample steaks, superb salads and unique
side dishes. Our wonderfully extensive bar serves the best wines and
liquors. Our staff is friendly and ready to serve. Eating out should be
an experience: Part entertainment, part theater, and of course, all
fun. That's what Po Pazzo ultimately represents; music, food and
friends. Po Pazzo, a new kind of Bar and Grille by Busalacchi. |
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Puerto La Boca 2060 India St 619.234.4900 puertolaboca.com |
Taste: Argentinian chorizo sausage, steak and chimichurri sauce Established in 2004, Puerto La Boca
has brought to "Little Italy" not only the taste of world famous
Argentinian steaks and wines but also a great atmosphere and attentive
service. |
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Rice at the W Hotel 421 West B Street 619.398.3082 ricesandiego.com |
Taste: Serenata de bacalao (salted cod salad) on tostones and Chicken pastelillos (Puerto Rican turnovers) Let RICE
sweep you and your taste buds off your feet. Savor global cusines by
star Chef Rocio Varella, of BRAVO's Welcome to the Parker reality
series, while surrounded by sumptuous décor and stunning city-scape
views. |
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Spicy Pickle |
Taste: A variety of delicious sandwiches, pizzettis and paninis served with signature spicy pickles Spicy Pickle specializes in freshly made paninis, subs, salads and pizzettis. |
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Starbucks Coffee Company |
Taste: Coffee and pastry Starbucks purchases and roasts high-quality whole bean coffees and sells them along with fresh, rich-brewed, Italian style espresso beverages, a variety of pastries and confections, and coffee-related accessories and equipment. The Company's objective is to establish Starbucks as the most recognized and respected brand in the world. |
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Vincenzo Ristorante Italiano |
Taste: Gnocchi with gorgonzola cream sauce Vincenzo Ristorante Italiano offers regional Italian, Sicilian and contemporary cuisine and the menu has earned numerous awards, including a “Very Good to Excellent” rating by Zagat. |
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The Waterfront Bar & Grill |
Taste: Chipotle sliders with grilled onions and fries The Waterfront is the oldest bar in San Diego, voted best bar three years running by the California Restaurant Association. |
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Yogurtland |
Taste: Frozen yogurt sample of 16 flavors such as Dutch chocolate, vanilla wafer, blueberry tart, mango, and pistachio Yogurtland serves 16 flavors of yogurt plus 33 fresh toppings, all for 30 cents an ounce. |
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Zia’s Bistro |
Taste: Penne broccoli At Zia's Bistro food equals life, happiness, friendship and a glass of wine. Find the place where a bar can be a meeting place, as well as somewhere to satisfy your palate. All this in a fun, sophisticated atmosphere. | |
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