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Solare Ristorante Lounge, San Diego, CA

Solare Ristorante Lounge

4.5
4.5
2084 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Family-owned and operated, Randy Smerik and his team are dedicated to providing an amazing dining experience for you. Our authentic Italian cuisine features a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients. including fresh pasta made each morning and organic produce, wild fish, and hormone free meat.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (619) 270-9670

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Catering

    PRIVATE ROOMS are available. Please contact us at info@solarelounge.com or 619-270-9670 or visit our website for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a full lounge and bar offering a deep selection of wines, beers, and craft cocktails. Even our design and interior is rooted in organic elements, like teak for the customized furnishings, and natural wood floors & fabrics imported from Bali.

  • Private party contact

    Petra Belliti: (855) 504-4736

  • Neighbourhood

    Point Loma

  • Cross Street

    Roosevelt Road

  • Parking Details

    There is plenty of FREE parking.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,084 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. MichaelL

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Overall a good, not great, dining experience. Squash blossom appetizer best thing we had. Eggplant Parmesan was overcooked & soggy. Best part was waiter opened 2 bottles of wine for us to try before deciding which one we wanted — a first and very welcome gesture.

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  2. PatS

    Kansas City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    this is the best Italian restaurant I’ve been to in San Diego.

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  3. Cynthia

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed our dinner at Solare Ristorante at Liberty Station. We had the fried squash blossoms as an appetizer and they were delicious. I ordered the linguine a la vongole and my husband had the uni special pasta. We both enjoyed our entrees. My husband is very picky about his food since he is an excellent cook and he said his pasta was excellent. The outdoor patio was lovely and our server was professional and attentive. I was worried because of the mixed reviews, but am so glad we went. I liked that we could order a la carte and keep the cost down. We will go again the next time we are in San Diego. Watch out when you get the bill. The recommended gratuity starts at 25% at the top (usually 20% is the top line).

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very personable service. Food is creative and delicious.

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  5. ScottM

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent food and service. Scallops were prepared perfectly and the ravioli were delicious. Solare is an underrated neighborhood gem.

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  6. Outstanding

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the tomahawk pork chop and the linguini and clams and both were outstanding! Wealso has the zucchini blossoms and ceasar salad and they were terrific too! It had been a while since we had gone to Solare but we will be back very soon! Great food and fabulous service!!!

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  7. MitziS

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Solare never disappoints, from the moment you are greeted, seated and served.

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  8. Mree

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very delicious. My friend ordered the Burrata appetizer- *chef’s kiss! The service was great- very attentive staff.

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  9. KevinS

    Dallas

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Good was good but really small portions. Server was t greet - forgot our drinks, forgot one order and had to continuously ask for refills. was focused on other tables.

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  10. ValW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoy and highly recommend this restaurant. The food is delicious and the service is timely and very friendly and professional. We will keep coming back. The owner also sends emails notifying me when there is a special event.

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  11. InezO

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my go to restaurant for excellence. I always enjoy an outstanding meal in an amazing place.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful birthday dinner for my wife. Ecellent menu. My wife had scalops and rce, I had the lamb chops. We had a bruschetta with great toppings for an appetizer. She loved her Italian lemon drop beverage. A complimentary, and delicious tiramisu capped off the meal. The wait staff was gracious, helpful and wonderful.

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  13. CarolynB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    This was my first time at Solare! There were so many great choices on the menu. We loved the ambiance and service. The only thing I would have changed is a bit less salt on tge main dish. Definitely will be back.

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  14. Joan

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    The risotto with scallops was delicious. I also ordered the arancini appetizer but they were disappointing. They were very small and had little filling in them. The desert I tried was creme brulee with pistacios. It was burnt on top but the flavor was good. I was seated close to the door which meant a lot of foot traffiic. It was also very noisy due to the loud voices from a large table of guests.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful. The food was so fresh, beautifully plated, and delicious. The service was attentive but not obsequious, and the atmosphere cozy and pleasant. Solare will be our new go to with family and friends! Thank you for a wonderful meal!

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  16. spossum

    San Diego

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Personable staff and ownership. Tasty food and extensive wine list. Charming ambience. We had a great time!

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  17. Susan

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed our early Mother’s Day dinner! Our server was charming, the good fantastic and we loved sitting on the porch on a warm spring evening with our golden retriever welcome too. I’ve always loved Solare!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic time! Great atmosphere. Outstanding service and very knowledgeable. Every meal and drink advice was on point. We enjoyed every second and our friends were extremely happy with the place.

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  19. Orchardgta

    San Diego

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was beyond exceptional for all four diners. The appetizers were great (zucchini blossoms and mussels), the salads were crisp and tasty and the entrees were all outstanding. Ahmed was our waiter and gave us great advice on what to order. Thank you for a fabulous dinner.

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  20. JeffF

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We came to Solare when it first opened 12 yrs ago and several times since but this was first time since pandemic We were surprised to experience a tired worn interior, sweet but not attentive service and pretty mediocre fare. Darn!

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  21. bleset

    San Diego

    191 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    191 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food. Good service. Great wine list, Perfect location with ample parking.

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  22. SharonH

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been to Solare several times and have never been disappointed. Last night we enjoyed Zucchini Blossoms, Ravioli, and Ossobuco. I highly recommend a visit to Solare!

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  23. HamburgeratEATS

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Appetizers and drinks were great. Pizzas was soggy. Cheese not melted. Needed to be cooked longer and crispier! Fettuccine dish was excellent. Stay away from pizza. It’s not a pizza joint. Fine food. Lunch was expensive.

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  24. barbaral

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Our go to plsce-long term. Disappointed as exact same selections were diffetent from before. New chef? Also seemed abit understaffed. Miss Marie and that level of attention

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  25. Mischa

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent . Food and service was great.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Esma was our waitress. She is professional, courteous and knowledgeable. We had a wonderful dinner and everything was delicious. Francisco the bar tender is so nice, as well. We love Solare.

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  27. Mike13

    Washington DC

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food was excellent and presented well. Service staff was attentive and personable.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Randy graciously changed our reservation seats to a quieter one. Food was very good and service was attentive without being overbearing. Miss the grilled octopus appetizer though…. Very pleasant to eat outside on a beautiful spring day.

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  29. BlytheG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was one of the best Italian meals I've eaten in San Diego. The butternut squash soup was out of this world, probably the best soup I've ever had. We also had the caesar salad and the vegan Pici co’ Brici, which were both flavorful and delicious. We will be back!

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  30. JuliaH

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Solare was a good choice for a birthday celebration! The food was delicious and the service great. We look forward to returning again for another meal.

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  31. engagementfun2

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    4th time here we love this place . We celebrate so many birthdays here .

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  32. Kemp

    San Diego

    97 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always outstanding Italian food and a real neighborhood jewel!!

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  33. ally

    Hawaii

    134 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Burrata, catch of the day excellent! Good service, drink.

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  34. ally

    Hawaii

    134 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    From drinks, appetizers, entree to dessert, a perfect dinner experience. Excellent service. Can’t wait to go back!

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  35. Sugarbush

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Great food- great service! Bartenders were wonderful as was our server…

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  36. Blazesfolks

    Denver

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you are looking for great italian food, this is it. And everything was made to order, so don't be in a rush. The pasta was out of this world, and the cioppino was to die for.

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  37. ChrisH

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easter brunch with the family. Everything was delicious. Great service and great ambiance. Would definitely go there again.

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  38. Luvgoodfood

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easter Sunday menu - we wanted to eat it all. What we did have (breakfast pizza, Carbonara, Salmon on plank, were all delicious! Staff was helpful, friendly, and gave good suggestions when we had questions. It was a great meal and a great place to celebrate with family and friends.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    The food was excelente, well valance flavors, the attention we revive from personal was very good, example of a good work place, even though the restaurant was to its FULL capacity, the service and spirit was always on point. This sprint is declining in the restaurant industry, not the case for Solare. What I notice, would need attention, is the tables and chairs, these are somewhat dirty, for example, when you grab the chair an pull up to the table, you can feel the gum piece stuck to frame of the chair, a bit disgusting. Needs more effort in keeping the place sparkling. New table cloth and napkins would be good to.

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  40. SallyA

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful experience. We were outside so the noise level was low and we had a wonderful meal with great service. Love to go there.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Solare Ristorante Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 270-9670.

Solare Ristorante Lounge is rated 4.5 stars by 2084 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Solare Ristorante Lounge

2820 Roosevelt Road, San Diego, CA 92106

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Roosevelt Road

  • Neighbourhood

    Point Loma

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    There is plenty of FREE parking.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (619) 270-9670

  • Catering

    PRIVATE ROOMS are available. Please contact us at info@solarelounge.com or 619-270-9670 or visit our website for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a full lounge and bar offering a deep selection of wines, beers, and craft cocktails. Even our design and interior is rooted in organic elements, like teak for the customized furnishings, and natural wood floors & fabrics imported from Bali.

  • Private party contact

    Petra Belliti: (855) 504-4736

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