Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina

Name: Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina
Address: 1040 University Ave Ste B101, San Diego, CA, United States, 92103
Telephone: (619) 310-5256
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

266 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Now Open! Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina is a full-service, casual Pizzeria and Italian restaurant bringing a modern touch to family recipes, Sicilian Arancini, an ancient style of pizza called PINSA Romana and more. Join us inside, outside, or bring the experience from "tavola nostra" to yours using delivery or take-out services.

"The name came from all the years after my father passed visiting my mom every week in her kitchen/table with my brothers eating Italian food – us boys making pizza and pasta with her, including having friends and extended family over to share our table" – Jeff Oliveri

Tavola Nostra, which means “our table”, is owned and operated by Jeff Oliveri – a first-time restaurateur from a family of longtime restaurant owners. He hopes to honor his familial heritage and tradition with his Italian dining concept and experience.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

10 Aug 2022

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

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Takeaway

(619) 310-5256

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Pizza Bar
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 12:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 310-5256
Website
http://www.tavolanostrapizzeria.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive Chef
Frank Anctil
Catering
Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina offer Catering. Please contact restaurant for details.
Private party facilities
Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina offers private events. Please contact restaurant for details.

Location
1040 University Ave, Ste B101, San Diego, CA 92103
Area
Hillcrest
Cross Street
Accessible off Hwy 163 both South and North, between Vermont and 10th Ave.
Parking Details
Parking inside the Hub marketplace. Located near Ralphs, Trader Joes
Public Transit
Drop off at The Hub- Hillcrest on University Ave. Ride share drops in front of restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Polpette di Manzo (Sicilian Meatballs)USD 11.00
Tender braised meatballs prepared with Pecorino Romano and Basil
ArancinaUSD 11.00
Tasty meat and mozzarella cheese filling and crunchy breadcrumb coating
Caponata SicilianaUSD 10.00
Sauteed eggplant, olives, capers served with house grilled toast
Nostra BruschetteUSD 9.50
Pecorino Truffle FriesUSD 10.00
Premium thick cut fries , sprinkled with Italian parsley, Pecorino Romano along with a tasty Truffle Aioli
Italian Cheese and Meat BoardUSD 25.00

Insalata

CesareUSD 11.00
Hearts of romaine lettuce with Parmigiano Reggiano shavings and house croutons
Nostra CapreseUSD 15.00
Creamy burrata mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and our house pesto. served with grilled bread
Sicilian Mixed GreensUSD 11.00
Marinated cucumbers, heirloom tomatoes, sliced bell peppers, red onions drizzled with 15 year old balsamic vinaigrette
Italian CountrysideUSD 14.50
Spring mix, walnuts, red wine poached pear with gorgonzola dolce-pear dressing

Pinsa Romana

Margherita PinsaUSD 19.75
This is the Pinsa version. Crushed tomotoes, Creamy Burrata, Basil, sea salt and EVOO
Vegan Margherita PinsaUSD 21.75
Our Margherita with Vegan Cheese
Amatriciana PinsaUSD 20.25
Crushed tomato base, guanciale, pecorino, and hot Calabrian chili pepper
Nostra Salciccia e Broccolini PinsaUSD 20.50
Great combo of Spicy pork sausage, Broccolini, Creamy Burrata and Black pepper
PatriotticaUSD 20.00
Pesto, burrata, cherry tomatoes, aged balsamic, and EVOO. (Pesto contains nuts). Colors of Italia
Tavola Nostra's Dolce e Salato PinsaUSD 20.75
Wonderful combination of Mozzarella, Guanciale, Pecorino Romano and Sicilian honey
Giallo e Rosso PinsaUSD 20.50
The Yellow & Red. Crushed tomatoes, sautéed yellow peppers, Red Cherry tomatoes, Ricotta Pecorino cream and Parsley

12" Pizza Classica

Piccante (Spicy) PizzaUSD 15.75
A spicy one, made with Calabrian chili peppers
Pizza MargheritaUSD 15.50
The Classic Margherita, Fior di Latte, Fresh Basil, Sicilian EVOO
Classic PepperoniUSD 16.75
Made with EZZO cupped pepperoni, delicious flavor. Also mozzarella and family sauce
Ross' SpecialUSD 19.00
Pepperoni, Sausage, Mushroom, Bell peppers, White onions and black olives
Bianca PizzaUSD 15.50
Fior di Latte, Basil and Sicilian EVOO
Build Your OwnUSD 15.75
Build it as you like. Toppings: Portobello Mushroom +$2, Pepperoni +$2, Onions +$2, Fresh Tomatoes +$2, Prosciutto +$4, Calabrese Sausage +$2, Guanciale +$4, Anchovies +$2.50, Spinach +$2, Sicilian Black Olives +$2, Artichokes +$2, Vegan Cheese +$2, Bell Peppers +$2
Cheese PizzaUSD 15.75
Toppings: Portobello Mushroom +$2, Pepperoni +$2, Onions +$2, Fresh Tomatoes +$2, Prosciutto +$4, Calabrese Sausage +$2, Guanciale +$4, Anchovies +$2.50, Spinach +$2, Sicilian Black Olives +$2, Artichokes +$2, Vegan Cheese +$2, Bell Peppers +$2

Pasta

Lasagna della MammaUSD 17.75
layers and layers, Mom's recipe filled with Ricotta, Bolognese and Organic beef
Pasta MarsalaUSD 15.25
Mushroom, 24 mo. aged parmigiano, parsley, creamy marsala wine sauce
Pasta al PestoUSD 15.00
Spaghetti, Parmigiano Reggiano, toasted garlic, pines nuts basil pesto
Penne All'ArrabbiataUSD 14.75
A spicy one. Calabrian chili peppers, basil, garlic, EVOO, red sauce
Cacio e Pepe PastaUSD 15.00
Bucatini pasta, toasted black pepper, Pecorino Romano
Mamma's Spaghetti with MeatballsUSD 15.75
All time classic, can't go wrong

Dolci

TiramisuUSD 10.00
Lady fingers soaked in espresso with mascarpone and cocoa

What 266 people are saying

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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Jeff
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
They made my girlfriend’s birthday so special, the waitress was the nicest lady I’ve ever met. Multiple workers at the restaurant came up to us to say happy birthday. Best place ever
GF
GoodFoodReviews
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was good! A little odd that the food all came out at different times.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good good. The waitress was knowledgeable about the dishes being served and recommended three absolutely amazing dishes
TS
TraciS
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely birthday dinner with my daughter - felt like I was back in Italy!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we ordered (half of the menu) was outstanding!! If you haven’t tried their food, definitely make the trek to Hillcrest you won’t be disappointed. This might be the best Italian meal I’ve had over the past 20 years in San Diego. Beautiful food, people & atmosphere. 10/10
GS
GilS
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food! Great ambiance! Great people. Love their Salad!!
NJ
NancyJ
San Diego
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on 25 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fabulous Italian restaurant! We’ve gone with friends and everyone said it was the best Italian restaurant the had been to! Fabulous food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Chicken Parmesan is the best I’ve ever encountered. Cheese boards are incomparable to anywhere else. The staff are friendly and we really enjoyed their service. We are very picky people when it comes to food presentation and this is one occasion we are purely impressed. I can’t forget the environment is just perfect. It’s lively and open and feels like a mix of home and fine dining at the same time. A solid referral from us. Oh and we bought a bag of their coffee, best coffee! We will be back!
MM
MicheleM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a fantastic restaurant! The food is amazing and service was great.
NJ
NancyJ
San Diego
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on 10 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food here is fabulous! Best Italian food in San Diego. Reasonable prices. The best cannolis you’ll find!!
JS
JoeSD
San Diego
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food and service were both very good. Staff is very friendly. Only complaint was the timing of our entrees being served. They came at different times, over ten minutes apart. I ordered the pappardelle and was half way finished with the entree before my friends pizza was served. If I would have waited it would have been cold. We still really enjoyed our meal though. Been here several times before and will definitely go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food
SM
ScottM
San Diego
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 2 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Been here several times, never disappoints. Great food across the menu. Always terrific vibe and service. They hit the goldilocks spot between dining excellence and casual neighborhood gem.
CK
CindiK
Seattle
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 26 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A find…service and food excellent! And love the casual atmosphere. We had a great time!
MB
MichaelB
Central Coast
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on 25 June 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
The pinsa crust was incredible. Vegan cheese is an option. Our wait person, Liz, was noteworthy.
LG
LisaG
Los Angeles
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 23 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is a little gem in Hillcrest! Everything incredibly prepared with layers of quality ingredients! The pizza is exceptional….we try a different pie each time and they’re all great. Loved the pesto pasta, too! Along with great service, this is a must try!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 June 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Everything was absolutely delicious!
L
Luvitaliano
San Diego
86 reviews
vip
5.0
86 reviews
Dined on 19 June 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We a,ways have a great dinner here. Delicious food and very friendly staff.
MM
MarkM
San Diego
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 18 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice spot. I’ve dined here several times.
P
Patt
San Diego
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on 16 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Four for lunch to celebrate two birthdays. A lovely bottle of Merlot, tomato soup with delish small breads, Margherita pizza, Pesto Pasta, Salad and Gelatos all around for dessert. Always delicious with excellent service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience ! Celebrating dinner 🙏🏽🎊
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were great! Will definitely be back again soon.
MM
MarstonMuncher
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
High quality, authentic Italian cuisine. Nice neighborhood spot. Definitely one of our go-to places!
TM
TiredMom
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious and very authentic. Food could be spaced out a little bit since it all comes to the table pretty quickly.
KJ
KJcruisin
Central Coast
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on 19 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my colleagues there a little over a week ago, and someone came up to me the other day and said we needed to go back! Tavola Nostra didn't disappoint! Food delicious! Service fantastic! Some of us left with goodie bags of Cannolis!
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sopw
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was so tasty and our server was amazing and even gave us free champagne for our anniversary!
LV
LeonardoV
Querétaro
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great customer service!
L
Luvitaliano
San Diego
86 reviews
vip
5.0
86 reviews
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, great food and amazingly friendly wait staff. Service is quick but you never feel rushed!
LE
LinnetE
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff provides a very family friendly environment. I loved all the dishes and wine options. Great service.
KJ
KJcruisin
Central Coast
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
For Military Appreciation Month, my colleagues and I went to Tavola Nostra to celebrate for lunch. I am a repeat customer, and my colleagues hadn't been there yet. They were all super impressed with everything: food, ambiance & service. Ordered: Lasagna, Cesare Salad, Caponata Siciliana, Pinsas, Pizzas, Pasta Marsala, Calamari, cannolis & tiramisu...NOBODY left disappointed (nor hungry - lol). Everyone was super happy with the food - and we taste tested each other's food :-) Such a great choice! You won't be disappointed!
MF
MichaelF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing food and amazing service. Price was great as well.
BM
BMan1008
San Diego
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We order some flat bread pizza, salad and pasta dishes along with some wine. The Spaghetti and Meatballs are delicious. There’s not many places that I would consider the sauce to taste like what I make at home. But they do and it’s delicious. Definitely order that dish. ❤️
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I always enjoy my time dining here…. Never miss out on a chance to eat the amazing artisan items of this pizzeria and kitchen.
L
Luvitaliano
San Diego
86 reviews
vip
5.0
86 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of the best ‘trattoria” style restaurants around. Great food, service and reasonable prices. It’s not a huge menus (like in Italy) but what is on the menu is great! The Roman style pizza is amazing and something you will not find in other restaurants.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 April 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Nice and small little restaurant. I liked the food my girlfriend not as much. Waiter was very kind and was open to multiple questions
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Katherine was so friendly -we loved the pizza crust, arugula salad-pesto pasta 😃
MR
MarkandRita
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our friend invited us to Tavola Nostra a couple of Fridays ago, and we loved it so much that we introduced another friend to it a week later! Loved the Bruschetta, Loved the Nostra Caprese, Loved the Meatballs, and if you like Spicy - their Arrabiatta is for you - they even have it on a pizza - where the added Burrata helps to cool down your mouth a bit! But what I loved best of all was the Marsala - OMG - that's what I'm gonna get the next time we're there - and I'm not sharing it this time! The staff and service are also Amazing! The owner stopped by our table on both visits, just to make sure everything was to our satisfaction! Oh! And don't forget to try their Pinsa Romana (old world - ancient recipe pizza crust) - it's so good, you don't even have to have the pizza toppings on it - but it's even better if you do! Can't wait to go back! It's worth the drive from Oceanside!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall2food4service1ambience4
I’m pretty sure our waiter was high, he could barely function. Trying to pour wine and he spilled it. Couldn’t pronounce any food item we showed him. Anytime he talked it was very slurred.
DW
DerekW
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 3 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome so
t
terrencek
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
All the food is spectacular and creative.....authentic Italian from soup to salad to pizza to dessert! A family enterprise of careful loving prep and presentation.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina using the Order Online button. Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 310-5256.

Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina is rated 4.9 stars by 266 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

10 Aug 2022

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeaway

(619) 310-5256

Other options

Order online

Google Map for Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina

1040 University Ave, Ste B101, San Diego, CA 92103

Additional information

Cross Street
Accessible off Hwy 163 both South and North, between Vermont and 10th Ave.
Area
Hillcrest
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 12:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Pizza Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Parking inside the Hub marketplace. Located near Ralphs, Trader Joes
Public Transit
Drop off at The Hub- Hillcrest on University Ave. Ride share drops in front of restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive Chef
Frank Anctil
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tavolanostrapizzeria.com/
Phone number
(619) 310-5256
Catering
Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina offer Catering. Please contact restaurant for details.
Private party facilities
Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina offers private events. Please contact restaurant for details.

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Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina

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Cheese Pizza

Bianca Pizza

Pasta Marsala

Piccoli Piatti

Polpette di Manzo (Sicilian Meatballs)USD 11.00

ArancinaUSD 11.00

Caponata SicilianaUSD 10.00

Nostra BruschetteUSD 9.50

Pecorino Truffle FriesUSD 10.00

Italian Cheese and Meat BoardUSD 25.00

Insalata

CesareUSD 11.00

Nostra CapreseUSD 15.00

Sicilian Mixed GreensUSD 11.00

Italian CountrysideUSD 14.50

Pinsa Romana

Margherita PinsaUSD 19.75

Vegan Margherita PinsaUSD 21.75

Amatriciana PinsaUSD 20.25

Nostra Salciccia e Broccolini PinsaUSD 20.50

PatriotticaUSD 20.00

Tavola Nostra's Dolce e Salato PinsaUSD 20.75

Giallo e Rosso PinsaUSD 20.50

12" Pizza Classica

Piccante (Spicy) PizzaUSD 15.75

Pizza MargheritaUSD 15.50

Classic PepperoniUSD 16.75

Ross' SpecialUSD 19.00

Bianca PizzaUSD 15.50

Build Your OwnUSD 15.75

Cheese PizzaUSD 15.75

Pasta

Lasagna della MammaUSD 17.75

Pasta MarsalaUSD 15.25

Pasta al PestoUSD 15.00

Penne All'ArrabbiataUSD 14.75

Cacio e Pepe PastaUSD 15.00

Mamma's Spaghetti with MeatballsUSD 15.75

Dolci

TiramisuUSD 10.00

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