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Pastiamo - Reviews

600 University Ave, 92193 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
118

Reviews

96.6%

Satisfaction

4

negative

0

neutral

114

positive

What people say about Pastiamo

Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Max H.
Review date: 11/30/2025
10
Exceptional Pasta and Service!
My experience at this restaurant was truly outstanding. I told the staff that the pasta tasted even better than my Italian grandma's cooking, and their bolognese with mushrooms is a culinary staple, boasting rich and savory flavors. I enjoyed the food so much that I ate here twice during my visit to the city! Beyond the delicious food, I had the pleasure of meeting Manuel, who was a fun, sweet angel from Milano. He was enthusiastic about sharing culinary knowledge and ensuring a great experience. I highly recommend giving this place a try.
  • pasta10
  • bolognese with mushrooms10
  • flavors9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Joshua L. C.
Review date: 11/22/2025
10
Incredibly Delicious and Amazing Experience!
I was just there 10 minutes ago and found the food to be very delicious 😋. It was nicely and well made with passion, and I am very pleased by it. The food was very incredibly delicious and amazing. I highly recommend giving this place a try; you won’t regret it at all.
  • food10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Eric C.
Review date: 11/15/2025
9
Fresh Pasta Perfection!
My experience at this restaurant was a delightful surprise. It's rare to find a place that makes fresh pasta every day and keeps the ingredients simple & delicious. On a Friday night, I was surprised it wasn't more popular. The spaghetti carbonara was flavorful, and the meatballs in red sauce were fantastic. The gentleman serving us was both friendly & clearly passionate about his work. I definitely recommend this place!
  • fresh pasta10
  • ingredients9
  • spaghetti carbonara9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Jonathan B.
Review date: 11/15/2025
7
Great Pasta, Parking Nightmare
My experience at this restaurant was marked by great pasta, with one of the best pasta textures I've had in San Diego. The food was rated a 5, and the white sauce was a recommended dish. The atmosphere and service also received perfect scores of 5. However, the dining experience was significantly marred by the parking situation. The landlord needs to address assigned parking and enforce towing more aggressively, as parking is nearly impossible. I suspect the free parking is being abused, as there don't seem to be enough cars to fill the plaza.
  • pasta texture10
  • white sauce10
  • food10
  • assigned parking2
  • enforcement of towing2
  • parking2
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
April M.
Review date: 11/11/2025
9
Phenomenal Italian, Warm Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was largely positive, with phenomenal pasta and a white sauce that was "so good it's sinful. " The service was fantastic and so friendly, and I found the entire meal to be surprisingly affordable. I think I've found my new favorite Italian spot! However, the temperature inside was a bit warm, reading "82" in the back of the restaurant.
  • pasta10
  • white sauce10
  • service10
  • temperature inside3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Davide M.
Review date: 11/02/2025
9
Best Pasta in San Diego!
My experience at Pastiamo was fantastic! I went for lunch and the quality was truly high. You can choose to dine in or order takeout. The sauces and flavors were just like homemade. Well done, guys! 🍝
  • Pasta10
  • Sauces and flavors9
  • Level9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Liana B.
Review date: 10/23/2025
9
Honest Local Gem with Fresh Pasta
My experience at this restaurant was wonderful. It's a sweet, locally owned, and honest establishment. They serve great fresh pasta made to order. It's a great place to spend your money. I highly recommend giving them a try.
  • fresh pasta10
  • Service10
  • Atmosphere8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
K A.
Review date: 10/17/2025
9
Hidden Gem: Amazing Pasta, Needs More Customers!
This place has become my new go-to for comfort food. The Bolognese is absolutely delicious, and I'm making it my mission to try everything else on the menu. I usually don't write reviews, but I'm genuinely concerned because it's often empty, even during dinner hours. Please, try the homemade pasta here so this wonderful spot doesn't disappear! The quality of the pasta is exceptional, and while it's not a fancy establishment, the atmosphere is rated a 4, and the service is a perfect 5. With plenty of parking and a price range of $10–20 per person, it's a fantastic value.
  • Bolognese10
  • homemade pasta10
  • atmosphere8
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Jose Z.
Review date: 10/09/2025
9
Hidden Gem Pasta in Hillcrest!
YOU GUYS! Wow, is this like a kept secret here in Hillcrest? Why isn’t this place packed yet. Hands down/up one of the best pastas I’ve had in SAN DIEGO. The freshness of the pasta itself speaks volumes once you taste it. It definitely elevates what seems a simple menu. I would argue it definitely can compete with Cesarinas quality of pasta. Very delicious, I had the pesto and white sauce! Oh, you can also buy their pasta uncooked!
  • pasta10
  • freshness of the pasta10
  • menu8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Timothy Z.
Review date: 09/10/2025
9
Great Noodles and Sauce!
I couldn’t believe it when I saw a location in Hillcrest, as I already love the OG spot in PB. The great sauce and noodles made fresh were fantastic!
  • great sauce9
  • noodles made fresh10

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