Continue the tradition at Firenze Trattoria

July 16th, 2010

Firenze_Del Mar RaceOpening day at Del Mar is on July 21st and at Firenze Trattoria we love San Diego traditions. That is why we would like to invite you to continue the tradition after you win at Del Mar to come and enjoy a n exquisite Italian dinning experience at Firenze. Enjoy such favorites as, Cappellini alla Caprese (angel hair pasta sautéed with fresh roma tomatoes, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh mozzarella di bufala, and basil) Lasagna Firenze (layered with ricotta cheese, veal, beef, chicken, fresh tomato, mushroom, parmesan and placed upon our marinara sauce & topped with creamy bechamel sauce)

Also enjoy some of the regions top wines which earned us the

Wine Spectator 2010 Award of Excellence.

Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

Firenze Proudly Continues to Offer Jazz on the Patio Sundays

July 6th, 2010
San Diego Italian Restaurant - Jazz on the Patio Sundays

San Diego Italian Restaurant

Another wonderful San Diego summer is upon us, and San Diegans love to spend time outside, enjoy the Mediterranean-type weather that is so typical for this time of year.  At Firenze Trattoria, the preferred San Diego Italian Restaurant, we want our patrons to be able to enjoy the great weather and atmosphere that our outdoors dining area creates.

Therefore, we are offering Jazz on the Patio Sundays because we want to create an even better outdoors environment in which to enjoy our great Tuscan cuisine.  If you are a regular patron, then you already know that we only use the finest and freshest ingredients in creating dishes which we know are fine renditions of the Tucan originals.

If you have never been to Firenze, then we hope you will have such a wonderful experience that will create a regular patron.  This is one of the reasons for Jazz on the Patio Sundays; we feel that our patrons deserve to delight all of their senses when they dine at Firenze.

If you will, think of a fine San Diego evening (which is the norm for this time of year), think of fine Tuscan cuisine, think of eating this wonderful Italian food in a great outdoor setting, and think of spending time with family, friends, or that special someone; and think of wonderful jazz music in the background to create the perfect mood and give you a fabulous overall experience. 

That is what we had in mind when we created Jazz on the Patio Sundays, and we want you enjoy this wonderful sensory experience.  Jazz on the Patio Sundays will be available through September.  The music begins at 4:30 pm and ends at 8:00 pm, so do be sure to make your reservations so that you can have your favorite patio table set aside.

At Firenze Trattoria, the idea that drives us is being able to find ways to thank and please our patrons for making us the preferred San Diego Italian restaurant in the area.

Spend Father’s Day at Firenze and Treat Dad to Great Italian Cuisine and Jazz

June 16th, 2010

2010-Fathers-day

Firenze Trattoria is known as one of the foremost San Diego Italian restaurants, and we are proud of our position at the vanguard of fine Italian cuisine.  Firenze Trattoria is also known for special events, and Father’s Day will not go by without something truly commemorative so that dad can have the type of day that he will always treasure.

At Firenze, we are always trying to think of new and innovative ways to please our clients and thank them for putting us in such a lofty position among Italian restaurants in San Diego. Therefore, we are happy to announce that we will be kicking off “Jazz on the Patio Sundays” with a special Father’s Day event on June 20th.

Beginning on Father’s Day, there will be jazz music on the patio to accompany the great San Diego weather, the fabulous Firenze Italian cuisine, and our charming outdoor patio environment. Jazz will be available every Sunday through September, but Father’s Day is sure to be an exciting and special day.

You can invite dad to spend the afternoon and early evening enjoying exquisite Tuscan-style fare, prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients available, and listening to music that will surely enhance his special day and overall experience.  The music will begin at 4:00 pm, and it will continue until 8:00 pm, so make sure to call and make your reservations for what is sure to be another great Firenze Trattoria event.

Make Mother’s Day Truly Special by Treating her to Firenze Trattoria

April 29th, 2010
mother's day

It's Time to Hold Hers

Firenze Trattoria, the Finest San Diego Italian Restaurant, is all about family, tradition, and wonderful memories.  Therefore, we are sending out a special invitation to everyone in the San Diego area to invite mom to spend Mother’s Day with us. 

On Sunday, May 9th, beginning at 1 p.m., Firenze Trattoria is going to be making all of your favorite Tuscan inspired dishes available, as well as some tantalizing specials to make it a truly wonderful occasion for mom.  We want to thank mothers in general, and our patrons in particular, and this is just one of the ways in which we want to show our gratitude.

Since Mother’s Day should be memorable, we have decided to open early so that you can spend it enjoying fine Italian cuisine, prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients available. Make this coming Mother’s Day something that she will always treasure and remember.

However, please keep in mind that space will be limited, so make your reservations early.  You can reserve your table right now by calling 760-944-9000.  Our most heartfelt wishes for a wonderful and fruitful family gathering go out to all the mothers from all of the staff and management at Firenze Trattoria.

Firenze Trattoria Proudly Announces its 15th Anniversary Celebration

March 4th, 2010

Firenze Trattoria is proud to proclaim that it is having its 15th anniversary celebration.  For the entire month of March, diners will be able to enjoy an assorted wine menu for $15 per bottle.  In addition, some of Firenze’s most popular entrees can be ordered and enjoyed by patrons for $15.00 each, making March the month to come and experience Firenze.

After 15 years in the restaurant business, we know that our patrons have come to expect no less from the finest dining experience in San Diego.  They know that we hold to the firm belief that life is a party, and to fully enjoy life you must mangiare bene, eat well and bere bene, drink well.

The finest San Diego Italian restaurant, like a fine wine, has only gotten better with age, and you should come, celebrate with Firenze, and share in what is truly a dining delight.

Firenze Trattoria Receives Prestigious OpenTable Diners’ Choice List Award

February 23rd, 2010
OpenTable Diners' Choice Winner

OpenTable Diner's Choice Award

To add to the numerous awards that this fine San Diego Italian Restaurant has received, its own diners have voted Firenze Trattoria onto the Diners’ Choice list.  The list is generated by diners who book a table at a restaurant through OpenTable and who are counted as seated at the restaurant.

Diners are then emailed, and they are asked to complete a Dining Feedback Form about eating at and other aspects of the restaurant where they dined.  OpenTable then uses diner-submitted forms to generate a list of the top local restaurants, and Firenze Trattoria is now on this list. 

Our thanks ago out to our fine, professional staff, whose service, care, food handling, preparation, skills and experience is second to none.  Our thanks also go out to the patrons who took the time out to complete the form.  They have let other diners know what they can expect should they choose to dine with us.

When you choose to dine at Firenze Trattoria, you can expect highly-qualified, skillfully trained and professional service, which is courteous and friendly at the same time.  You can also expect gourmet-style Italian food, prepared with the finest and freshest seasonal ingredients available.

As our great patrons have come to find out, our San Diego restaurant offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience that tantalizes your senses and pleases your palate.  Our Diners’ Choice list award is a testament that we will please even the most demanding food connoisseur and exceed the highest expectations.

Pay us a visit and take part in this award-winning experience that is Firenze Trattoria, San Diego’s finest Italian restaurant.

Celebrate Valentines Day at Firenze Trattoria, the Finest San Diego Italian Restaurant

January 25th, 2010

Sunday, February 14th, 2009

Make your reservations and come join us for a unique yet classic Italian restaurant dining delight.  Our menu will be offered in the following manner:

Primi

Choice of one

Calamari Fritti

Lightly fried and served with piquant marinara sauce

Butternut Squash Soup

Puree of squash with a touch of cream

Insalata Caesar

Fresh romaine tossed with Caesar dressing, homemade garlic and parmesan croutons

Prosciutto and Melon

Fresh melon wrapped with prosciutto


Principale

Choice of one

Pollo Florentina

Chicken breast layered with spinach and mozzarella baked in a brandy reduction sauce

Halibut Oreganato

Halibut filet sautéed in olive oil, white wine, garlic and basil topped with  bread crumbs and oregano them baked

Ribeye alla Griglia

Black angus certified Ribeye brushed with olive oil and grilled served with roasted fingerling potatoes and vegetables

Lasagna di Mare

Layered with ricotta cheese, seabass, halibut, scallops, calamari and shrimp  topped with aurora sauce

Scampi Casanostra
jumbo shrimp, mushrooms, asparagus and arugala sautéed with shallots,
olive oil and white wine served over pappardelle pasta

Butternut Squash Ravioli
with a sage and butter sauce over a bed of sautéed spinach

Dolce


Homemade Tiramisu

Chocolate dipped Organic Strawberries

Warm Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla bean ice cream

Berry Torte

$50 per person plus tax and gratuity

Please join us for Restaurant Week!

January 12th, 2010

Sunday, January 17th to Sunday, January 31th

Make your reservations and come join us for a unique yet classic Italian restaurant dining delight.  Our menu will be offered in the following manner:

Primi

Mozzarella Caprese
fresh mozzarella di bufala, heirloom tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil

Calamari Fritti
lightly fried and served with piquant marinara sauce

Insalata Caesar
fresh romaine tossed with our homemade Caesar dressing, homemade garlic and parmesan croutons, and shaved reggiano parmesan

Principale

Lasagna Firenze
layered with ricotta cheese, veal, beef, chicken, fresh tomato, mushroom, parmesan and placed upon our marinara sauce & topped with creamy bechamel sauce

Salmone alla Griglia
fresh salmon filet grilled and served with pasta and fresh vegetables

Pollo e Gamberi Rosemarino
chicken and shrimp sautéed with white wine, shallots, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh rosemary

Dolce

Tiramisu
Traditional homemade Italian dessert. Espresso soaked ladyfinger cookies, liqueurs, sweet marscarpone cheese, and cream.

Dark Chocolate Lava Cake
Warm chocolate cake with a melted chocolate center, served with vanilla bean ice cream

Mango Sorbet

Prix fix $30 per person plus tax and gratuity

Celebrate the New Year at Firenze Trattoria, the Finest San Diego Italian Restaurant

December 15th, 2009

Begin the new year in San Diego with a succulent Italian restaurant menu prepared to satisfy the most demanding food connoisseur.  Firenze Trattoria proudly announces its New Year’s Eve menu designed to tempt the most demanding palate.   We have carefully planned our menu to offer you the best and freshest ingredients from both land and sea.

Enjoy our luscious offerings and treat yourself to a real Italian dining experience.  You do not have to bother searching for a New Year’s Eve menu for family and friends.  We will have everything ready for you at our San Diego Italian restaurant.  Simply bring your family and friends along and take part in our celebration.  Enjoy the atmosphere and fine Italian cuisine at Firenze Trattoria.

Make your reservations and come join us for a unique yet classic Italian restaurant dining delight.  Our menu will be offered in the following manner:

Happy New Year 2010

Primi

Calamari Fritti

lightly fried and served with piquant marinara sauce

Insalata Caesar

fresh romaine tossed with our homemade Caesar dressing, homemade garlic and parmesan croutons, and shaved

reggiano parmesan

Shrimp Bisque

a classic – onion, garlic, shrimp, cream, cayenne pepper, brandy, a touch of tomato sauce

Mozzarella Caprese

fresh mozzarella di bufala, tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil

Principale

Maine Lobster Ravioli

large ravioli filled with fresh Maine Lobster, ricotta and herbs topped with a brandy tomato cream sauce

Vitello Marsala

veal scaloppini with fresh mushrooms in a Marsala sauce

Pollo alla Parmigiana

chicken breast lightly breaded and sautéed in olive oil, then finished in a fresh tomato sauce, and topped with mozzarella

Halibut Genovese

Halibut sautéed with garlic, olive oil, white wine and basil garnished with artichoke hearts served on a bed of spaghetti

Bistecca e Mare

Grilled Filet Mignon served with broiled Lobster tail

Seafood Lasagna

Pasta sheets layered with, shrimp, seabass, halibut, calamari and scallops and a touch of cream topped with a brandy aurora sauce

Dolce

Tiramisu

New York Cheesecake

Chocolate Lava Cake

Triple Espresso Gelato

$60.00 per person. Tax and gratuity not included

Join Us for a Unique Tasting on December 16

December 7th, 2009
Fine Italian Dining

Fine Italian Dining

If you want a night at a fine San Diego Italian Restaurant, then Firenze Trattoria is the place to be on Wednesday, December 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  You will be able to enjoy the tasting of six different single malt Scotches to tempt your palate.

If you are a single malt connoisseur, then you know that no two taste quite the same.  There are single malts for those how enjoy Islay’s dry and peaty tinge.  There are those who would rather sample Speyside or Campbeltown.  And there are still others who like to be tempted by different offerings.  Our Italian restaurant invites you to come and give your taste buds a real treat.

And you don’t have to stop at Scotch sampler.  There will be artisan chocolates and fine cigars so that you can make it a true tasting delight.  After all, the taste of Scotch can only be enhanced by the enjoyment of a fine cigar and the preparations of artisanal chocolate delights.

SipSmokeSavor.com is providing the cigars and Firzene Trattoria will prepare the appetizers.

Make plans to attend and do not delay.  Be sure to place your reservations by December 13.  You can do so by calling 760-944-9000.  You can make sure that you reserve a place for what is sure to be an enchanting evening.