LJ C: The food here is authentic and very good. It helps that we live close
Christine Powers: Rolled tacos, rice, beans and chorizo, yummy and authentic. No guac
Jen White: Everything is so fresh and authentic tasting. The long lines go by quickly because you need that much time to decide what to order. Chorizo and rolled tacos...bomb.com!!!
Beth Rule: Gnocchi tastes just like Italy. Raves for the cream of carrot soup and beet salad. Great, authentic Italian food, friendly service, intimate atmosphere. Highly recommend.
Linh Le: Ravioli with pink sauce is my fav, delicious! Authentic Italian. Fantastic & friendly service! A plethora of wine choices!
Rachelle C: Cute place with authentic Italian food. Huge portions. Recommend the pork osso buco with mushrooms, pesto linguine, gnocchi and fried calamari. Pleasant service and reservations recommended.
4. Izakaya Masa
8.7
928 Fort Stockton Dr (at Goldfinch St), San Diego, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Mission Hills · 57 tips and reviews
Curateur Magazine: Great late night stop if not in the mood 4 Mex rolled tacos. 3 different sizes, authentic ramen will make your belly full & warm. Get there BEFORE midnight. They will close doors if too slammed.
Fran: The best & most authentic Hakata ramen & tonkatsu curry in San Diego! Definitely a gem.
Alex Hennessey: Great authentic Japanese food. Try everything-- scallop carpaccio, sliced roast pork, noodle dishes are all great
6. Sushi Ota
9.1
4529 Mission Bay Dr (at Bunker Hill St), San Diego, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 139 tips and reviews
Natalie Miyake: Best sashimi in SD and the most authentic I've had in the US. Ask to sit at the counter - the sushi chefs are so friendly.I felt like I was back home in Japan!
Carter Gibson: Helmed by a venerable sushi master (request a seat in owner Ota-san's section of the sushi bar), the restaurant is unassuming, low-key and unquestionably authentic.
Eater: Helmed by a venerable sushi master (request a seat in owner Ota-san's section of the sushi bar), the restaurant is unassuming, low-key and unquestionably authentic. [Eater 38 Member]
7. Pappalecco
9.1
1602 State St (at Cedar St), San Diego, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Little Italy · 124 tips and reviews
Vicki: Gelato was the best I've ever had. So authentic and a wide variety of flavors! Will be back to explore more !!
Josh Nolan: Best gelato and best espresso/coffee you'll find in the city. One location in hillcrest and also in little Italy. Often you'll find Italians there, very authentic. My very favorite coffee shop!!!
GeauxDC Foodie: One word incredible. The coffee, espresso, food are divine. The beautiful authentically Italian wait staff accentuate and enhance the experience. A must if there ever was one. I'm in love Bella!!!!!!
Brad Koehn: This place is so small & authentic. You would never know to stop here because it's so unassuming. But oh man is it good, & cheap! Get the Taco Especial. Smoked fish, shrimp, & scallops & the fish stew
Salih AlSubai: Authentic mexican seafood, not fancy yet very tasty. I liked the spicy shrimp and the sauces options
Michelle Miller: Love all of their food! Authentic with a beautiful dining area.
9. Bronx Pizza
9.3
111 Washington St (btwn 1st & 3rd Ave), San Diego, CA
Pizzeria · Hillcrest · 136 tips and reviews
Bil Brierley: Bronx bills itself as authentic NY style pizza but the only thing authentically NY is their "holier than thou I'm doing you a favor" attitude. Stick with Landinis in Little Italy for TRULY GREAT pie
Courtyard San Diego: Want an authentic New York thin crust pizza? With its down to earth neighborhood feel coming straight from NY, Bronx is the place to go! Grab a slice of whitestone, pesto or sausage deluxe! Cash only!
Mike Fishell: Great authentic NY pizza! Where else can you get a whole pizza and pick the slices.
Joanna C: I would have eaten here everyday if I could. Our group collectively had the tacos, enchiladas, chimichangas, tamales, flautas and burritos. It was all delicious and authentic!
Alli S: all of the food here is magnificent. my favorite is the vegi burrito!!! this is authentic Mexican food!
Marvin: Awesome soy chorizo and vegetarian choices!