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Trattoria da Sofia - Reviews
4055 Adams Ave, 92116 San Diego
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- $21–$30
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Incredible Italian Experience!
My experience at this restaurant was truly wonderful. The food was very tasty, and the service was incredible. I was also impressed by the beautiful ambience, which made me feel like I was sitting in a little town in Italy.
- food9
- service10
- ambience9
Price per Person
- $31–$40
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- Food Exploration
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- Solo
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- Dine-in
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10
Best Italian Experience in San Diego!
My experience at Trattoria da Sofia was exceptional, truly the best Italian in San Diego. The staff welcomed me like family, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of Southern Italy. It felt like being welcomed home, a complete dining experience.
The food was consistently delicious; the pasta is made in-house, and the proprietors ensured I enjoyed my wine. The appetizers were ridiculously good, and the mains, including incredible specials, were very thoughtfully prepared. I highly recommend not missing the tiramisu!
Every visit has been the best, and I can't wait to return. Grazie Peppe and everyone at Sofia, you truly capture the spirit of Italian dining. We love it and will always come back.
- Italian10
- family10
- atmosphere5
Price per Person
- $41–$50
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- Casual Outing
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- Friends
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- Small Group
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
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- Moderate
10
Fantastic Italian with Great Service!
My experience at Trattoria Da Sofía was fantastic! I enjoyed the fresh, flavorful Italian dishes and the warm, outstanding service. The round table setup made the evening feel extra special with my friends.
I can’t wait to go back!
- Italian dishes10
- service10
- round table setup9
Price per Person
- $31–$40
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- Casual Outing
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- Couple
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- Couple
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
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- Moderate
8
Delightful Atmosphere, Decent Pasta
My experience at this restaurant was overall very delightful! There was live music, which created a lovely atmosphere. The pasta is made in-house and was fresh, though not the absolute best fresh-made pasta I've ever had.
Despite that, the meal was still very enjoyable.
- live music9
- atmosphere9
- pasta6
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- Food Exploration
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- Friends
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- Small Group
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Delicious Italian with Cozy Atmosphere
My friends and I visited this restaurant on a Saturday for dinner. Parking in the area was quite easy to find, especially in the residential streets. We were seated immediately, having made reservations via OpenTable.
Oh my goodness, this place was delicious! The decor is cute and creates a very cozy atmosphere. I will definitely be returning to try more dishes from the menu.
I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a new Italian dining experience. Food/Drink Highlights: * Espresso Martini: Rated 5/5, these were incredibly tasty, even for someone who isn't a coffee drinker. My friend ordered a second one!
* Pinot Grigio: A perfect 5/5, described as refreshing and delicious. * Caesar Salad: Received a 4/5, noted as delicious with fresh dressing. The reviewer could have eaten the whole thing.
* Fiori di Zucca: A 5/5, this was a new experience for the reviewer and a happy surprise. It had a delicious flavor, great texture, and a subtly sweet sauce. * Meatballs: A favorite at 5/5, they were super tender, flavorful, and served with a delicious sauce.
* Bruschettone: Rated 5/5, this appetizer was fresh, delicious, and perfect for sharing, with well-blended flavors. * Spicy Rigatoni Vodka: A perfect 5/5, with fresh pasta and a sauce described as perfection. The reviewer did not find it spicy.
* Sugo Pittinichi: Scored 4/5, featuring fresh noodles and perfectly cooked meat (ribs and sausage) that fell off the bone. It had great flavor but wasn't the reviewer's absolute favorite.
- Espresso martini10
- Pinot Grigio10
- Caesar salad8
Price per Person
- $81–$90
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- Special Occasion
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- Family
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- Small Group
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
8
Great Vibes, Good Food, Needs Presentation Polish
I celebrated my sister's birthday at Sofia and had a great experience overall. The food was good, and the service was great. I really liked the vibes.
My only critique is that the dish I ordered was not visually appealing, so they definitely need to work on the presentation. Additionally, the garlic bread wasn't garlicky enough for my taste. Despite these minor points, I would go back.
- food7
- service9
- vibes8
- presentation3
- garlic bread4
Price per Person
- $21–$30
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- Food Exploration
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- Couple
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- Couple
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- Dine-in
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- Quiet
9
Attentive Service, Amazing Carbonara
My experience at this restaurant was marked by very attentive service. While I was a little disappointed the Caesar salad didn't have fish, I understand that's a plus for most diners and it was still really good. The staff conveniently split our main dish for us when we mentioned we were going to share it.
I ordered the carbonara, which was amazing, and the Hugo spritz was better than most places, with a distinct elderflower taste if you enjoy that.
- service10
- Caesar6
- main dish9
Price per Person
- $100+
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- Casual Outing
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- Couple
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- Couple
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- Dine-in
Noise Level
- Loud
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Terrible Service and Food Safety Concerns
My experience dining in was marred by terrible service. The way the waiters spoke to guests was shocking. Furthermore, after raising a food safety issue with management, there was no response or solution provided.
Dining here is at your own risk.
- service1
- waiters1
- food safety issue1
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
9
Delicious Food, Amazing Desserts, Perfect Service!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic! The food was delicious, with the Carbonara being particularly good, though a little heavy. The desserts, specifically the Lava cake and Limoncello cake, were absolutely amazing.
The service was perfect, even though I unfortunately forgot the names of the staff ☹️.
- food9
- Carbonara8
- Lava cake10
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
10
Absolutely Delicious Italian Food!
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely lovely! From the moment we walked in, everyone was incredibly kind. The food was oh my!
It was so delicious! As someone from Texas, I've yet to find an Italian restaurant this good. I highly recommend this place!
- food10
- kindness10
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