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Osteria Panevino

4.4 (1930)
$31 to $50
Italian
722 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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Osteria Panevino

4.4
$31 to $50
Italian
Downtown

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Osteria Panevino brings authentic Italian cuisine to the heart of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, blending traditional Sicilian flavors with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Led by Sicilian chef-owner Vincenzo Lo Verso, Panevino features handcrafted pastas, classic Italian specialties like Ossobuco, an extensive wine list, and a full-service bar—perfect for date nights, business dinners, and special occasions alike. As one of the oldest and most acclaimed Italian restaurants in downtown San Diego, Osteria Panevino offers exceptional service, a rustic yet refined setting, and private dining options for groups of all sizes. Reserve your table today to experience genuine Italian hospitality and the true taste of Italy in the Gaslamp Quarter.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 16:00–18:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Vincenzo LoVerso
  • Catering
    Please give us a call at 619-595-7959 text at 619-892-3506 or email us at events@sandiegodininggroup.com to host your next Private Party!
  • Private party facilities
    Osteria Panevino is a unique and exciting venue that has everything you need to meet with friends, family, clients, and business associates.
  • Private party contact
    San Diego Dining Events: (619) 595-7959
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    On 5th between F & G
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • The Best Date Night Downtown!

    1 - 10 people

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the ultimate date night in downtown San Diego at Osteria Panevino! ✨ Our new couples menu features cheese wheel pastas starting at just $79 per couple plus a delightful appetizer, and a sweet dessert to share. 🍝🧀❤️
    The Best Date Night Downtown! photo
  • The Tuscan Experience | A Experience for Two – $89

    1 - 10 people

    Multiple dates available
    Escape to Tuscany without leaving San Diego! Join us at Osteria Panevino in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter for an unforgettable Italian dining experience featuring our signature Cheese Wheel Pasta and Bistecca Alla Fiorentina. Begin with a shared appetizer of your choice, followed by our indulgent Cheese Wheel Pasta and a 20 oz Bone-In Ribeye. End your evening on a sweet note with your choice of classic Tiramisu or Limoncello Cake to share. Perfect for date nights, anniversaries, special occasions, or simply enjoying an authentic taste of Tuscany together. $89 per couple | Designed for two guests Reserve your Tuscan Experience today!
    The Tuscan Experience | A Experience for Two – $89 photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Osteria Panevino.

4.4

4.4
(1930)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Osteria Panevino offers an authentic Italian dining experience with "amazing service" and "delicious food." The charming atmosphere captures the essence of Italy, especially appreciated during San Diego's restaurant week. Diners praise the "exceptional" bartenders and servers like Sergio and Kristen for enhancing the dining experience with attentiveness and expertise.
1,930 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    Denver / Colorado14 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Seafood, particularly the shellfish, was not fresh.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The eggplant appetizer and the Creme Brule were fantastic.

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  3. Tom Gold

    Las Vegas30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wife had the risotto and I had the short rib ravioli; both were very good. Service was excellent. Tiramisu was delicious. There’s a certain synergy to this place which made it very enjoyable. I would recommend it.

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  4. Cherie Gold

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 28 September 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was good but that’s about it. The pasta was not fresh and overcooked. The chicken parm tasted precooked and was not crisp but soggy and the sauce was tasteless and heavy for a red sauce. Dessert was no better. Crème brûlée sub par and the affogato was not gelato. It was ice cream/ice milk that was freezer burnt. I would not recommend this restaurant at all.

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  5. Dan Gold

    Kent2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service all evening, the food was incredible and the staff were excellent

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our meal at Osteria Panevino! The food was very authentic Italian and very delicious! The atmosphere and decor really felt like Italy, and the service was great!

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  7. Cory

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my wife to dinner and Chelsea Handler show for our 10th anniversary. The service was top notch. Very attentive and took care of us throughout dinner. The bartender was missing an ingredient for my wife’s drink, but made an excellent substitution and checked to make sure it is was to my wife’s expectations. She exceeded them. The food was great and prepared perfectly. We will be back.

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  8. Jody

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for San Diego restaurant week for our first visit. The food and service were excellent and the offerings for restaurant week were substantial. We will definitely return to this restaurant.

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  9. Franco

    Phoenix / Arizona8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, charming little restaurant in the gaslamp district loved it all

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  10. Steven Gold

    Atlanta57 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent. Server was gracious and attentive. Ambiance was good - obviously it was Little Italy atmosphere.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 16:00–18:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Vincenzo LoVerso
  • Catering
    Please give us a call at 619-595-7959 text at 619-892-3506 or email us at events@sandiegodininggroup.com to host your next Private Party!
  • Private party facilities
    Osteria Panevino is a unique and exciting venue that has everything you need to meet with friends, family, clients, and business associates.
  • Private party contact
    San Diego Dining Events: (619) 595-7959
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    On 5th between F & G
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

FAQs

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat attire is appropriate and nothing formal is required.

Yes, Osteria Panevino offers outdoor seating: multiple guests mention dining on the patio or outside, enjoying a streetside, European‑style vibe.

Osteria Panevino gets busiest on weekend nights, Saturdays in particular, while early dinners and some Sunday/early‑evening visits have been described as pleasantly uncrowded and more relaxed.

Osteria Panevino feels like a cozy, authentic Italian osteria, warm lighting, rustic details, and attentive service create an intimate, Tuscan‑style dining room, with a lively streetside patio; on busy weekend nights or when large parties arrive it can become quite lively.

Yes, reviewers report dining at Osteria Panevino on major holidays: guests describe visiting on Thanksgiving (with a holiday menu alongside the regular menu) and on Christmas.

Osteria Panevino is open Mon–Thu and Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm, and Fri–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm. Happy Hour is listed Mon–Fri and Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm.

Sunday is a particularly pleasant choice, guests describe enjoyable early Sunday visits, and the restaurant posts Happy Hour on Mon–Fri and Sunday (4:00 pm–6:00 pm).

Yes, guests report staff were accommodating to mobility needs (making room for a wheelchair and helping park a scooter), and families have enjoyed kid-friendly touches like a kids' coloring menu and kid ravioli.

Yes, Osteria Panevino is family-friendly: guests note a kids' coloring menu with washable markers and say children enjoy the kid’s ravioli, making it an easy choice for families.

Guests often find the portions generous, several reviews call the portion sizes "extremely large" or note dishes and appetizers were plentiful enough for sharing.

Yes, Osteria Panevino offers private dining options for groups of all sizes, and private parties are allowed.

Osteria Panevino feels calmest for an early dinner or on a Tuesday evening, guests describe a Tuesday visit as pleasantly uncrowded and say arriving before the evening rush makes for a relaxed meal.

Yes, Osteria Panevino is promoted as a spot for date nights, and many guests report lovely anniversary and date‑night experiences there.

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Osteria Panevino

4.4
$31 to $50
Italian
Downtown

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
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