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The Godfather Restaurant

4.6

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Just like the eponymous famed movie, The Godfather Restaurant has carved a niche for itself and is rated as one of the best Italian fine dining establishments in the country. Chef Isidoro Balistreri and wife Maria prepare traditional recipes popular in their hometown Aspra near Palermo, Sicily, and also regional cuisines spanning the entire Italian peninsula. The ambiance is retro and romantic with dim lights, waiters in tuxedos, roses on the tables, and live piano music playing in the background on most nights. For the best... read more

Location details

7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92111, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Tue5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Wed5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Thu5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Fri5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
4.61,551 reviews
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David Gallacher 
4 years ago

Great ambiance, very nice staff, great venue from start to finish 

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Mark Marilyn Calabrese 
4 years ago

Excellent food, excellent service. Been a customer for 40+ years. Try the veal, it’s the best in town! 

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Karen Muffi Merriman 
4 years ago

The Balistrieri family has created a San Diego institution 

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Elizabeth Weidenfeller Wooten 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

My favorite restaurant, scene of many family celebrations! 

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Cheryl Chase-Berkson 
6 years ago

The best Italian restaurant ever!! Personal and family dinners, business and company events, all handled with a personal touch by the Balistreri Family. 

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Joe Innecken 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago

Don't freak out on the full parking lot there will be parking in the back. The service is impeccable The food is AMAZING. Might want to leave your wine at home they have $25 cork fee!! True itallian cuisine and a great steak selection. I'll be bringing my mom here for her birthday, She is very picky but I know she will love this place! 

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Joe Innecken 
7 years ago

Don't freak out on the full parking lot there will be parking in the back. The service is impeccable The food is AMAZING. Might want to leave your wine at home they have $25 cork fee!! True itallian cuisine and a great steak selection. I'll be bringing my mom here for her birthday, She is very picky but I know she will love this place! 

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Phil Romero 
7 years ago

Truly the best, the people and atmosphere are out of this world 

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Phil Romero 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago

Truly the best, the people and atmosphere are out of this world 

Frequently asked questions about The Godfather Restaurant

How is The Godfather Restaurant rated?

The Godfather Restaurant has a 4.6 star rating with 1,551 reviews. 

When is The Godfather Restaurant open?

The Godfather Restaurant is open now. It will close at 10:00 p.m.  

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