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Civico 1845, San Diego, CA
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Civico 1845

$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
A new generation of Italian cuisine - fresh, light and authentic. By using proper cooking techniques, our flavors are natural and pure. Our menu is a homage to our region Calabria and southern Italian roots reflecting what is being served in Italy today. You can also find an extensive vegan menu that incorporates many of the best Italian dishes. We have been the first restaurant in the USA to have a full Italian Vegan menu since 2015! We believe in sustainability, both in our food and in the design of our restaurant. While our menu focuses on locally grown and seasonal ingredients, our bar and dining areas were created using reclaimed, natural materials. Nothing goes to waste at Civico 1845!

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Executive chef: Pietro Gallo - Enrico De Santis

From the OpenTable editors: This sustainably minded Little Italy anchor is an ode to all things Calabrian. Executive chef Pietro Gallo whips up Southern Italian seafood staples plus a rare all-vegan menu that includes lasagna with meat-free ragu—these are nonna’s classics reinterpreted for San Diego’s health-conscious crowd.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 431-5990
  • Website
    https://www.civico1845.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We are able to accommodate full buyouts for parties up to 70 people. Please email us at: info@civico1845.com
  • Location
    1845 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Cross street
    Fir Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking & Valet
  • Public transit
    Bus Line on Ash and India st.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

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What 2,405 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Civico 1845 in San Diego offers authentic Italian cuisine, featuring both traditional and vegan menus. Guests rave about the "amazing hand made pasta" and "wonderful service." The atmosphere is lively, with a spacious patio perfect for gatherings. Known for its "delicious and fresh" dishes, Civico 1845 is a must-visit.

2,405 Reviews

  1. Martha

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t believe how good the vegan calamari dish is! Every time I come to Civico, I can try a delicious vegan option, while my meat loving husband enjoys his choice. Also, the vegan pesto to dip the bread in is to die for—so good! Plus, the piazza makes you feel like you are part of the bustle of Little Italy, while still having a little corner to yourself and your party.

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  2. Colleen

    VIP

    San Diego

    69 reviews

    4.0

    69 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The place is very cute, nice location, staff were friendly and really great. Food was delicious (though mine needed a little salt). Overall first experience was quite good. We’ll be going again to try more dishes for sure.

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  3. Martine

    Denver

    11 reviews

    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    To begin there is zero parking! Now to the food- mediocre at best.we started with fried calamari, three shrimp and two teeny pieces of zucchini with a garlic mayonnaise . A piece of calamari was rancid and I spit it out quickly!! Next a chicken cutlet with a little red sauce, cheese arugula salad and thin potatoes at least that’s what is on the menu - what I received was a fried chicken cutlet which was rubbery a very odd texture, sauce and cheese, arugula salad and big chunks of more deep fried potatoes!! Was very disappointed. My husband ordered a pasta rigatoni, olives, garlic , capers and tomato delicious! Service is scattered and disjointed! Prices average-I must say what’s really strange about this place is an in order to make a reservation. They asked for your credit card why I’ll never know.

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  4. Lisa

    VIP

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Changing table in bathroom was filthy, unusable. Service was mediocre. Food was disappointing.

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  5. Stefanie

    VIP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, wine, service, and atmosphere were fantastic!

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  6. Monique

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was excellent. Service was fantastic. We had a great dinner.

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  7. Beckham

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! I was excited to see not one or two vegan options, but a full menu! Everything tasted like they were crafted with care. I went with the server recommendations for appetizer, entree, and dessert; they did not disappoint.

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  8. Jessica

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic and the ambiance was great. All the servers were attentive and helpful. Definitely a great place to go.

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  9. Vienna

    New York City

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Might have been a bad night. Our server was lovely, but the bread was stale and reheated and the pasta was gummy. Great location

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  10. Tad

    San Diego

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Vegan options! Great service and atmosphere.

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FAQs

Civico 1845 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 431-5990.

Civico 1845 is rated 4.4 stars by 2405 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

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Google Map for Civico 1845

1845 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fir Street
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking & Valet
  • Public transit
    Bus Line on Ash and India st.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.civico1845.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 431-5990
  • Private party facilities
    We are able to accommodate full buyouts for parties up to 70 people. Please email us at: info@civico1845.com

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