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Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant, San Diego, CA

Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant

4.8
4.8
1171 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Jack and Giulio's Italian restaurant has remained a favorite of San Diegans for many years. This popular restaurant, formerly known as Giulio's of Pacific Beach, has proudly served the "Best Scampi" since 1961. In addition to this popular dish, this family-owned and operated restaurant offers many homemade pastas, veal, poultry, beef, and seafood specialties.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 294-2074
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Giulio
  • Private party facilities
    Our balcony is available for private parties.
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town
  • Cross street
    Arista
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, as well as in our private lot.
  • Public transit
    Centrally located in Old Town within walking distance from Trolley Station.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room

What 1,171 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant is a beloved culinary gem in San Diego, praised for its "great Italian food" and "exceptional service." Loyal patrons highlight the "fantastic tortellini verde," "delicious shrimp scampi," and the warm hospitality of staff like Jose. Ideal for special occasions and casual dining, it's a "must-go-to Italian spot."

1,171 Reviews
  1. Matt

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been customers for about 40 years. The food is outstanding, but more importantly, Jack and his staff are so friendly and welcoming. It is always a great time at J&G's.

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  2. Alva

    VIP

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite Italian restaurant in San Diego and it’s our favorite restaurant in Old Town. We are always treated like family when we go there. All the servers have been there for many years and take great pride in giving their best. The food of course is magnificent and is prepared perfectly. We always look forward to dining there when we are in the area.

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  3. Michael

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is always excellent here. Veal parm was outstanding

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  4. John

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very good! Service was outstanding! Always a great experience

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  5. oliver

    VIP

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is always excellent here. Waiter was attentive without being intrusive.

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  6. Sylvia

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first experience having veal, delicious Delicious, the bruschetta was crispy and full of favor. we celebrated my birthday It was as a memorable event The side dish of pasta was disappointing I would have preferred olive oil and butter But I read that changes to the menu are not accepted. This is my new favorite Italian restaurant

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  7. michael

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Still the same after 6+ years. Great food, great ambiance, great charm.

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  8. Bill

    San Diego

    113 reviews

    4.0

    113 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been a patron of J & G’s since it was Guillio’s in Pacific Beach. Always great Italian food and service, you might have even called it the best in San Diego. The last few times that we have dined there, the food quality seems to be slipping. Not to mention the portion size continues to get smaller. Last night one person in our party had the tortellini verde, always a hit but last night it was more like tortellini soup, the few tortellini and 5 (we counted them) mushrooms were swimming in a large bowl of sauce. Way too much sauce for the portion size. It’s sad to see the decline in one of our favorite restaurants. We’re hoping that this was a fluke and not the new norm. Cocktails were spot on and the service by Jose was excellent!

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  9. Frank

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly and helpful staff. Perfectly made drinks and Italian food the right way.

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  10. Matt

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. The drinks are always good. Love this place.

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Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1171 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant

2391 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Arista
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, as well as in our private lot.
  • Public transit
    Centrally located in Old Town within walking distance from Trolley Station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Giulio
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room
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