Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen

4.7 ( 807 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
1652 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, CA 92108, United States
+1 619-679-9030

Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen has quickly garnered rave reviews as a standout dining destination in San Diego. Nestled in Mission Valley, this restaurant excels in delivering authentic Italian flavors that resonate with patrons. Maria Duarte praises the restaurant's panini and the prosciutto Bianca—declaring it the best pizza she's had in San Diego. Her enthusiasm reflects the care and attention that the team invests in every dish.

Ryan E's experience highlights the family-friendly atmosphere, especially with their enticing Wednesday promotion where kids eat free. Both kids and adults leave satisfied, having enjoyed delectable pasta and pizza options.

Kylie Ozols appreciates the consistent quality and value, particularly loving the 1/2 panini and 1/2 salad combo, which allows for variety without compromising on flavors. Nancy Betts, a loyal customer, raves about the authentic marinara sauce and cocktails, calling the restaurant a perfect mix of culinary delights.

Overall, Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen combines delicious, thoughtfully prepared food, a welcoming ambiance, and exceptional service—making it a must-visit for anyone craving an authentic Italian dining experience in San Diego.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts cheques
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen

maria duarte
Jul 3,2025
The most amazing restaurant! The food is delicious and the employees are super caring. You can tell the amount of love and effort it comes with every meal. We go the panini, prosciutto Bianca ( best pizza I tried in San Diego ) they make fresh for you!! And the arugula salad and tiramisu !! Everything was delicious coming back soon!
Ryan E
Jun 26,2025
We came for lunch on a Wednesday. One of the workers mentioned the promo where kids eat free on Wednesdays. Ordered the 1/2 panini and side salad (pesto panini and Caesar), ordered the pasta and side salad (penne diavolo and house salad), in ordered the kids pizza and kids ravioli. Food was great, we will definitely be coming back to try more.
Kylie Ozols
Jun 19,2025
This is always a great place to grab lunch in Mission Valley. The food and service are consistently good! I love that they offer a 1/2 panini 1/2 salad combo. Their Chicken Italian panini is delicious and my go-to order. Additionally, make sure to sign up for their points system, I got a free fountain drink and garlic knots with my order today.
Nancy Betts
Jun 7,2025
I stumbled upon this charming Italian restaurant while out shopping one day and decided to give it a try—now I’m a loyal customer! The food here is absolutely delicious, and their marinara sauce is a standout. It tastes so authentic, like it came straight from a family kitchen in Italy. I always order the big meatball and mussels, and every bite is mouthwatering. Their cocktails are just as impressive as the food. I’m especially hooked on their mojito—it’s perfectly refreshing and well-balanced. The combination of great food, drinks, and welcoming atmosphere makes this place a must-visit. I highly recommend it to anyone craving a taste of Italy!
Dan Smiechowski
May 28,2025
I wonderful place to relax with friends. Great eatz and super friendly staff. Fair prices and you will not be disappointed. We will return soon. Please give them a try.
Greg K
Mar 30,2025
Went there for a business lunch and really enjoyed everything they had to offer. The menu was easy to choose from. The staff was friend helpful. The openness of the dining area was pleasant. There were a couple loud tables that did make chatting a little difficult. There’s outdoor dining if desired.
Bahati baba
Mar 24,2025
An Exceptional Culinary Experience! I had the pleasure of discovering this restaurant recently, and I must say everything was perfect from start to finish. The welcome was warm, the service was fast and attentive, and most importantly, the dishes were delicious, beautifully presented, and made with fresh ingredients. A true explosion of flavors! The atmosphere of the place is pleasant, clean, and well decorated, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this establishment to all food lovers. I will definitely be coming back!
Sharon B
Mar 17,2025
I really like Pesto at the SDSU location but since it's closed, we went to this Mission Valley location. It's really nicely decorated with lots of seating under a covered patio and more seating out front. There are heaters overhead on one side of the patio. You order at the front counter and pay further along the counter towards the end. They will bring your orders directly to your table. Everyone was really nice and friendly. They have a great lunch special menu with different options and they come with a fountain drink too! I ordered their truffle mushroom pizza special at this visit and it was SO delicious. It was a big personal pizza and I had enough for dinner later that day.

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