"Sun-splashed by day and romantically lantern-lit at night, Firenze's flower-bedecked patio, with its gentle fountain, is like a private courtyard
in some romantic Italian villa. . ."
SignOnSanDiego.com
Firenze Trattoria
Reviewed by Barb G. on
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I got the Rombeau Chardonnay (server recommended), and it was lovely!
Went two weeks ago - I think it was a Tuesday. They have a half off on a bottle of wine and so I think that was Tuesday (it was one of the early days of the week). I got the Rombeau Chardonnay (server recommended), and it was lovely! And less than you'd pay retail with the discount.
My dining partner had a dish that was disappointing (sea bass on pasta ), just lacked any pizazz and was quite pricey. I had the canneloni (delicious), which is my favorite there aside from the clam linguini.
Big improvement in service --the same nice helpful young woman helped us who we'd seen before (a few months prior). They have WONDERFUL bread there too, great for dipping in the olive oil.
Rating: 4
Firenze Trattoria Reviewed by Travis H. on
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Great Ambiance!
Excellent! I've been here twice now in the past month, and both times came away completely satisfied. Came one Friday night a couple of weeks ago, and the place was packed. Luckily, my girlfriend and I had a reservation and were seated pretty quickly. We shared a caesar to start - the dressing was great (and I can be a real snob about that). Portion was enough for 2 to share comfortably. I had the canneloni and she had the butternut squash ravioli. I really enjoyed my dish, but hers was absolutely incredible. On the second time around, she ordered the same but I elected to try the Lasagna Firenze (one of their specialties, our server told me). I was estatic. Too many places cake on so much cheese in a lasagna, it overpowers the natural flavor of the meats and noodles. Not so here, it was a perfect blend of flavors. We finished things off with the tiramisu, which was very light and tasty. I will definitely be back! (hopefully soon)
I saw a lot of posts complaining about the price here, but both times our total bill was around $60-70 (not including tip), which to me seemed very reasonable for the quality of meals we had. One final note: if you have the chance to dine out on the patio in the summer, do it! Great ambiance!
Rating:5
Firenze Trattoria Reviewed by Brent S. on
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*Lovebirds: Good place for date as it's dim and intimate
After a full last half of a Sunday running errands, a friend and I were heading back home and Firenze was on the way. She had been a few times before, but I had seen it many times driving by but never ate there.
We posted up at the dim-lit bar which had a mellow vibe which is assumable for a Sunday night around 7:30p. She had house Chard, I had house Cab, both good. Both had shrimp bisque for app which was GREAT. For entrees she ordered the Special of steamed mussels in a white wine/garlic/red sauce which as reeeeeally good, and I opted for the Linguine Carbonara with peas and proscuitto. Mine was good, and as it should taste- creamy and filling. I'd have to give the nod to the Mussels dish as it was lighter and had more flavor.
Overall, good experience, nothing tastebud popping, but don't see why I wouldn't go back! .
Rating: 4
". . .Tucked away in the Encinitas back country, this Italian 'dream place to eat' has 'a reputation for quality cuisine.' Regulars go for the 'enjoyable' . . . and 'good' service, not to mention the 'excellent value.' Food, decor, service, rated very good -- excellent"
1999 Zagat Survey of San Diego Restaurants
"The tasteful decor featuring frescos of Florence, Italy; pristine linen covered tables (set wide apart) and fresh bouquets add to the overall ambiance of fine dining in an upscale restaurant. Firenze Trattoria, ever sensitive to the desires of its customers, recently completed a major soundproofing renovation resulting in a dramatic change in the acoustics - further enhancing the total pleasurable dining experience."
San Diego Transcript
"The creative menu and luscious dishes are prepared by the talented Chef Italo Peveri. Peveri, a native of Milano, Italy, joined his brother Gulio in San Diego in 1966 as partner in his restaurant. San Diego residents still to this day fondly remember Gulio's as an outstanding Pacific Beach restaurant. Chef Italo's culinary talent". . .brings a Northern Italian style that is sublime"
quotes one reviewer.
". . .if you are a funghi enthusiast, you will find the chef has mastered the utilization of mushrooms ihis fine cuisine. . .and of the Filet Mignon al Casino sauce, this unique and truly provocative sauce touches the tongue sweetly, oxygenates, then expands into a wondrous flavor sensation"
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