Cucina Basilico

Cucina Basilico is a charming Italian restaurant located in the heart of San Diego, CA. This cozy eatery offers a wide range of delicious Italian dishes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. From traditional pasta dishes to mouthwatering pizzas, Cucina Basilico has something for everyone.

The restaurant prides itself on its dedication to providing excellent customer service, with amenities such as reservations, takeout, delivery, and waiter service. Not to mention, they also offer vegan and vegetarian options, making it the perfect spot for those with dietary restrictions.

With a casual and relaxed atmosphere, Cucina Basilico is ideal for a lunch or dinner with friends and family. The restaurant also has outdoor seating for those who prefer dining al fresco, as well as private lot parking for convenience.

Overall, Cucina Basilico is a must-visit for any Italian food lover. With its diverse menu, attentive staff, and cozy ambiance, you're sure to have a delightful dining experience at this charming restaurant.

Cucina Basilico Menu

Location

Address: 3755 Murphy Canyon Rd San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (858) 874-6436

đŸ•“ Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
WED 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
THU 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
FRI 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
SAT 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
SUN 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Delivery
    No
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Joni Sanders

    19 February 2025

    We were visiting from Louisiana. Search my map for an Italian restaurant. Found Cucina Basilico at the next turn. It was a great choice. Very friendly, explained about the difference in their pasta.Food was served in a reasonable amount of time and was delicious! Would recommend stopping by. Great food for a hole in the wall family restaurant.

  • Author: Beth L.

    19 February 2025

    The food, service, and ambience were perfect.I celebrated my birthday here.Making a reservation was easy. They charge, I think, $ or something for a cake fee but that's okay for the convenience.The food was so good. Homemade pasta. They give you the options of which pasta goes best for each dish. Portions are generous.The service was wonderful. Pablo was an excellent host. He was so patient with our large party. He took the time to take our orders and answer questions. I enjoyed being called "Mama" by him. Lol. Might be the accent. The other staff were also very kind and attentive.It's dimly lit in the restaurant but in a romantic way. It is a very nice venue for a date night or a nice dinner with family like we had.The whole experience was so nice. I brought a large enough cake to feed my party as well as (I hope) the staff, so I hope they liked it. I did send, I think, a quarter of the cake to the kitchen for the staff to enjoy. Really, everyone made my birthday very memorable.I highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to dining here again.

  • Author: April Hanley

    19 February 2025

    Absolutely delicious! Did a Google Review search for best Italian Restaurants while on vacation in San Diego for my son's birthday and found Cucina Basilico! We were a bit nervous when our driver stopped at a strip mall and not the Little Italy district, but oh my goodness...the charming space, the more than excellent customer service and the fresh, house made pasta and desserts were all incredible! The owner even brought a dessert and candle out for my son's birthday wish, which was so, very kind. Thankfully, the atmosphere was dinner casual, which worked out nicely after a full day of exploring and not having time to change. When in San Diego I would highly recommend Cucina Basilico. I will definitely dream of some of those bites and I can't wait to return. Thank you for a wonderful celebratory dinner!

  • Author: Lisa Bjornberg

    19 February 2025

    Such a delightful place! A hidden gem, for sure. I do intend to come back whenever I'm in the area so I can try all of the pastas. My husband had the gnocchi, and he says it's second only to what he had in Italy. Generous portions, lovely little crispy breads. We didn't have a reservation, and thankfully we were eating early and were easily seated, but I would recommend making a reservation to be sure you get in!

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