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Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana, Leucadia, CA
Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana, Leucadia, CA
Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana, Leucadia, CA
Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana, Leucadia, CA
Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana, Leucadia, CA

Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana

4.6
4.6
1219 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Vigilucci’s Trattoria Italiana features an exceptional menu of Italian favorites, certified prime steaks and the freshest seafood. Open for over two decades, 2019 marks the 25 year anniversary of Vigilucci’s Trattoria formerly located in Encinitas. Menu highlights include many of the company’s signature dishes, made from scratch pastas, salads, steaks, seafood, pizzas and calzones. Private dining space is available for large or small groups. Our casual yet sophisticated piano bar enhances the dining experience.

For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.com
Catering to the most discerning palates for over 20 years,
Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 17 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 634-2365
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Ibara
  • Catering
    We offer full service catering from a formal dinner of six people to an elegant wedding of three hundred. Our in house event coordinator will take care of your every need - rental, floral arrangements, wine selection, servers and bartenders
  • Private party facilities
    Host your holiday party, milestone celebration or corporate event at one of our unique restaurants, and we’ll make it a very special occasion. We have several dinner and lunch menus and can build a customized menu for your event.
  • Private party contact
    Event Manager: (760) 576-8947
  • Neighbourhood
    Encinitas
  • Cross Street
    Leucadia Blvd.
  • Parking Details
    Private Valet lot behind restaurant from 4pm-close and curbside parking available along Hwy 101. Street parking exists.Self parking during lunch Saturdays and Sundays till 3pm.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy dinner or cocktails in the main dining room and bar where exciting live music can be heard from the Baby Grand Piano.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,219 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • North San Diego

    Italian

1,218 Reviews
  1. RogerWalters

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best eggplant parm dish I've ever had. Excellent service. Evenn live piano music on Friday evening.

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  2. Rodan

    Seattle

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The service & food were good as always. Calamari Friti is large enough for four to share, crispy, and fresh. My Pollo Parmesan was just terrific, as was the veal fungi.

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  3. Alex

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    I would have loved to have given them a better review (or had a better experience!). The good news is, is that the food is very good (I gave it a 4 for food). My wife's pasta was overcooked, my meal was excellent and beautifully presented. But... The service was so clueless that we were actually laughing at how bad it was. The waitress didn't know the fish special and went to find out. She came back 15 minutes later and couldn't pronounce barramundi (unless they were actually serving a country in Africa). We ordered it. It was tasty. I wish she had mentioned that it was DOUBLE the price of every other entree. Ouch. She disappeared then for an hour. We were talking and having a nice time, but we did keep laughing about the fact that we just never saw her again, and ordinarily I would have walked into the kitchen to find her. The place was nearly empty when we were there-- she certainly wasn't too busy. We told her 4 times it was my birthday, but seemed surprised when we asked for a candle in the desert. The busboy was worse. We saw him only once when he took 2 of the plates off the table but for no possible reason I could figure, left everything else in place. The desert with candle finally arrives and there's no place to put it. I mean appetizer plates, bread plates, dinner plates (except 2), the table is just covered with crap. The waitress takes a few more plates out of the way to land the dessert, says she'll be back with some plates for sharing, and... never returns again. And all of this might be just a crap day (or the waitress and busboy got really, really high together before the shift)... but this is on the backdrop of a VERY expensive check. I mean, you know, it's fair to have a higher expectation and standard with a higher check. The overcooked pasta would have been no big deal at $25... but at nearly $40 for pasta you assume you're going to get perfect. At that price you TRAIN your staff.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience! Service and food were excellent!

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  5. MaureenO

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Nice ambience & someone was playing piano while we were dining which was very romantic! The food was very good & the staff was all very friendly! If you like Italian food you should come try this place out! They have another location in Carlsbad too but it’s smaller but across the street from beach so you can watch sunset while dining!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are always impeccable! The salmon pasta was perfect and the raviolis are always our favorites.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Veal Parm is some of the best I’ve had. We had cocktails first and were not rushed. Portions were very good, food was excellent. Will be going back. Everyone was more than satisfied. My wife thought the tomatoes in her Capellini dish should have been diced smaller, that’s the only criticism of the evening! Five Stars.

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  8. yakboy

    Phoenix

    134 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another amazing experience at my favorite restaurant! I started with a perfect martini crafted by the inimitable Amy with roasted artichokes and bread with olive oil and balsamic. Dinner was Penne ala Vodka which was rich and extraordinarily flavorful. This with a glass of Super Tuscan-exquisite. Dessert was chocolate lava cake with ice cream. There's a reason I go there every time I visit from Phoenix. The people and the food are wonderful! Always. Go.

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  9. PattyN

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress Kimber was over the top awesome! She really co tributes to our overall experience!! Ask for her!

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  10. BillE

    San Diego

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very good meal. always enjoy this place. Do feel like most places now the prices are too high for portion size.

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  11. pyrifera

    San Diego

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great neighborhood vibe, lots of vegetarian options, lovely piano. definitely recommend!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an excellent meal with amazing service from Oscar. There was live music 🎶 with a piano player in the corner that was very impressive. The food and drinks were perfection as usual.

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  13. Dolly

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Lovely place with attentive servers who were quite accommodating. The food was delicious! The restaurant was clean and elegantly designed. Some open air eating is available, too. The lunch menu was a bit pricey and had few options (besides pizza). I would have liked to see small plate options of the main entrees. The four of us chose pizza and ordered our own so we could take home the leftovers. The small Margarita Pizza was $17.00.

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  14. MaryAustinB

    San Diego

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best ceasar salad Veggie side dish Perfect dinners eggplant. And piccata

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  15. SteveP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our go to places in the San Diego area. Food is always well prepared and presented. The wait staff is friendly but professional. There are several other locations but this is our favorite.

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  16. yakboy

    Phoenix

    134 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another excellent meal at my favorite restaurant! Wonderful cocktails crafted by Amy and an outstanding Caesar salad that we split. I had a delicious veal Marsala and wife had a delicious seafood risotto. A bottle of Siduri Pinot Noir made it perfect. I’m going again in a couple of weeks-I’ll always go there every time I come in from out of town.

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  17. KA45

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food selections are vast, and it’s difficult to decide which items to order. The food is delicious. The piano selections were delightful. This is our go to restaurant. We would, and have recommended Vigilucci’s Trattoria to others.

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  18. thatredheadedchef

    Sacramento

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My daughter and I came in last night (October 16, 2023) just to try the place out and since it was my birthday. I did tell the hostess that it was my birthday as we walked in. We ordered an appetizer of calamari and shrimp, plate of gnocchi, and the evening special, which was a halibut piccata. Everything was delicious, very fresh, and excellently prepared. Our server was very knowledgeable about the food, and the wine that he was serving. He was very attentive without being hovering, and I would love to sit at one of his tables again. I wish I gotten his name! I would say overall, we got excellent value for our money. Even though the prices seem a little expensive, the serving portion is quite large and I think you get very good value for your money. If I could give them 10 out of 10 stars, I would! My daughter, and I will be back again and often this was our first visit, but it definitely will not be our last!

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  19. RanchoDiner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Fantastic piano player added to the evening as well.

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  20. MichelleS

    Phoenix

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Eduardo was fantastic. The food was perfection. Everything we had tasted delicious. The ambiance was romantic and intimate. We loved it.

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  21. Linda

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Came for the first time...Kimber was a blast to have as our server. Returning for sure!

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  22. SheriS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Kimber, was terrific. We had 3 different entrees, all delicious, and she suggested a fabulous bottle of wine.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    Vibe was fun and loud, inside and out. Love the live piano player. Leucadia location is off the 101 so it’s loud from the passing train etc. Our food was fine but I was not too impressed

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our spot to hit every time we’re down south. Amazing food!!

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  25. AngelaJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were visiting from out of town and this was close to the resort we were staying at. Food was superb!! My husband has a seafood platter and the amount of seafood he got was phenomenal. I ordered the Braised Short Rib stuffed pasta with porcini mushrooms, was so delicious. Was a great way to end our trip. The staff were so polite.

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  26. Kerry

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Vigilucci's is our "Go To" for any special occasion - birthday, anniversary, the-sun-came-up... simply because the food and the service are always amazing. The only challenge is to try something new because our favorites are so good that you want to have them again and again!

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  27. BobB

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    We had a Birthday dinner for my wife with friends. Overall was a great night, great food and good service.

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  28. BunnyKItty

    San Diego

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Two appetizers and 2 glasses of wine and we were full! Great service, food delish, so happy this is my neighborhood!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delicious dinner as a family. They have something for everyone! Fantastic drinks, delicious salads and the best gnocchi! I love that they’ll custom make them with whichever sauce you prefer. My favorite is Vodka sauce. Two of my daughters prefer the gorgonzola sauce and one loves the pesto. My husband loves the pappardelle with scallops. Everything was amazing- as always. I highly recommend, especially for celebrations.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    Awesome service, piano player was incredible. Unfortunately, the main course was mediocre and extremely overpriced for my family of 5. Very disappointing meal for my 50th birthday.

    1 person found this helpful

  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I wish I could say this was great. It wasn’t. It took forever for someone to take our order. When the salad as an appetizer was delivered, the server accidentally spilled some of the salad on the table and on the floor. Didn’t pick it up, and then I actually set my watch, just to be cheeky, to see how long it would take for one of the staff to take care of it. Over the course of one hour and 7 minutes later- we had servers clean up the bread and empty salad plates, deliver our main course, refill a wine glass because a bug landed in it, clear the table (except for the wayward lettuce) and deliver the check. All while we noticed multiple staff actually acknowledge the lettuce while doing nothing. The salmon was good. The chicken picatta was very dry. This restaurant has a price point where you not only expect great food but great service. It is unfortunate we had neither.

    1 person found this helpful

  32. willie

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    been here many times. very good consistent food. excellent service. great wine list with reasonable le pricing

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  33. RussellS

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I definitely recommend this establishment! Food was nothing short of amazing, service was outstanding, and the ambience was great!

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  34. Rachella

    San Diego

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It had been a minute since our last trip here, but we came in after a looong day of moving, grabbed a late reservation and we’re made to feel welcome, not the least bit rushed by people who must have been eager to go home already. Delicious pasta and fish and the portobello salad was a triumph, as was the service. The couple next to us got a calzone that was extraordinary, huge, entertaining.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mind blowing! Best food we’ve had since being in Italy! Perfect experience!

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  36. Michele

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Service wasn’t great, and considering the restaurant was practically empty when we arrived, there was no excuse. I had to grab an extra clean plate from another table. Waiter said he would get us water and forgot about us. I had to flag a staff member down so we could order. We weren’t checked on throughout the meal, unless I flagged someone down.For the price of our dinner I expected more from our server. I will not be coming back and make sure to mention to others to dine elsewhere.

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  37. vs317

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I visited with a friend and we split the chicken Marsala. It was the best I’ve ever had! I couldn’t even finish 1/2 of our split meal, there was so much! We sat outside so it was quiet though the inside looked appealing too. The servers were awesome. All in all a great experience and highly recommend.

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  38. DebM

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There on an unexpectedly busy Monday night. Extra parties, hostess called in sick. Staff communicated well and took over positions where needed. Great service and food was exceptional.

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  39. SylviaK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great and so was the service. We liked the live entertainment and accommodation.

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  40. Lefty

    San Diego

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Have been coming here for years. Nice menu, and wine list. Food is good not the best that you would rave about. Prices have increased well beyond inflation rates. 2 glass of wine and 2 main course meals (1 a special) no desert $159 before tip. Well I guess you have to pay for piano player.

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FAQs

Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 634-2365.

Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana is rated 4.6 stars by 1219 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 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana

530 N. Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia, CA 92024

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Leucadia Blvd.
  • Neighbourhood
    Encinitas
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Private Valet lot behind restaurant from 4pm-close and curbside parking available along Hwy 101. Street parking exists.Self parking during lunch Saturdays and Sundays till 3pm.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Ibara
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy dinner or cocktails in the main dining room and bar where exciting live music can be heard from the Baby Grand Piano.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 634-2365
  • Catering
    We offer full service catering from a formal dinner of six people to an elegant wedding of three hundred. Our in house event coordinator will take care of your every need - rental, floral arrangements, wine selection, servers and bartenders
  • Private party facilities
    Host your holiday party, milestone celebration or corporate event at one of our unique restaurants, and we’ll make it a very special occasion. We have several dinner and lunch menus and can build a customized menu for your event.
  • Private party contact
    Event Manager: (760) 576-8947
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