As early construction begins, the vision for the reimagined Little Italy food hall is coming into focus just months after its abrupt closure.  Tucked away in the European-inspired Piazza della Famiglia on Date Street–between India Street and Columbia Street–is a quiet corner. After it closed in February, the lively food hall that once occupied the...

There’s Little Tokyo in Los Angeles, Chinatown in San Francisco and here in San Diego, we have our very own Little Ital This lively neighborhood is a testament to both the American tradition of immigrants gracing us with our best food and the habit of putting the ‘little’ prefix to carve out a bite-sized extension of global identities here in the S...

There is magic in San Diego in July. The ocean breeze is infused with a touch of celebration and Little Italy is a vibrant mix of music, flavor, heritage and community. This summer the historic neighborhood invites locals and visitors to sit back and soak in a series of magical events that celebrate community and culture. Whether you're enjoying li...

Get ready to eat your heart out at one of San Diego’s most anticipated foodie events of the year, Taste of Little Italy, happening June 17th and 18th. For two unforgettable evenings, the neighborhood transforms into an open-air dining experience where the streets come alive with the aromas of gourmet dishes, the rhythm of live music, and the buzz o...

Thursday June 5, 2025 (6:30PM - 8:30PM) - AMICIBAR - Dog Park, 250 W Date St, San Diego, CA. General Public: $10, Amici Club Members: FREE. Due to limited space, RSVP is required for entry. Small bites and wine will be served before the presentation. Tourists flock by the mega-millions to Tuscany each year. What are they going to see? The art and a...

Tucked away in San Diego’s dynamic and culturally rich Barrio Logan neighborhood, Ciccia Osteria is more than just a restaurant—it’s a heartfelt homage to the spirit of Italian cooking. With its name derived from an Italian term of endearment meaning “sweetie,” Ciccia Osteria embraces guests with warmth, comfort, and a lovingly curated menu that te...

The one-year-old Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge in the heart of Little Italy houses the largest number of imported cheese wheels in San Diego. About 100 of the 40-pound wheels dominate a back wall in the spacious, main dining room. More can be found in the restaurant’s “cheese bar,” where the wheels are carved into bowl-shaped vessels for tossing in cook...

A new slice of San Francisco is landing in San Diego as acclaimed pizzaiolo Tony Gemignani brings his award-winning Slice House concept to Little Italy. The fast-casual pizzeria, known for its wide variety of handcrafted pizza styles, will officially open its first San Diego location on May 17.Slice House San Diego will offer a curated menu of Gemi...

When Marisi La Jolla opened in 2022, it introduced a new level of Italian fine dining to La Jolla Village. The space exudes vintage coastal glamour with beautiful art deco flourishes throughout. Guests can dine inside the stylish Lemon Room, at the marble bar, or enjoy the fresh ocean breeze on the patio or deck. Marisi executive chef Cameron Ingle...

The past few months, Convivio, has been honored to present a series of lectures on the history of Italy through the work of Dr. Joanne Ferraro, a notable historian, and Professor Emerita of History at San Diego State University.  We are excited to announce the next installment of our Colloqui Discussion Series. On June 5, 2025, Convivio Society inv...