What are the opening hours?

Tuesday 11:30am - 2pm 5pm - 9:30pm Wednesday 11:30am - 2pm 5pm - 9:30pm Thursday 11:30am - 2pm 5pm - 9:30pm Friday 11:30am - 2pm 4:30pm - 10pm Saturday 4:30pm - 10pm Sunday 4pm - 9pm

The Godfather Restaurant

Name: The Godfather Restaurant
Address: 7878 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92111, US
Telephone: +18585601747
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.6

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San Diego Italian Restaurant Cuisine | W**e Dinners🍷 Thank you for dining with our family. Buon Appetito!
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Cucina Autentica Italiana

Our family would like to thank you for celebrating the old Italian tradition of gourmet cuisine, fine w**e and entertainment. In 1967, Chef Isidoro Balistreri came to San Diego from his native town of Aspra, a small village just outside Palermo, Sicily, bringing to you exquisite recipes from the "Old Country". In 1974, Isidoro and his wife, Maria, opened San Diego's original Godfather Restaurant to bring you the treasured recipes of Northern and Southern Italy.

09/22/2026

We’ve got great news! Because Restaurant Week at The Godfather Restaurant was such a success, we’ve decided to extend it thru Sunday, September 27th. Enjoy a 3-course lunch for only $35 per person. Or indulge in a 3-course dinner for just $50 per person. This week only! Reserve your table on our website.

View the menu on our website.

The Godfather has been recognized as “San Diego’s Best Italian Restaurant” (Ranch & Coast Magazine) and “Most Romantic” (Union Tribune).

Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11:30am - 2pm
Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

09/20/2026

Today is the final day of Restaurant Week! This is your last chance to enjoy an amazing 3-course dinner at The Godfather, value priced exclusively for Restaurant Week. Join us tonight! Reserve your table on our website.

Reservations: www.godfatherrestaurant.com
Open Sunday 4pm - 9pm.

The Godfather has been recognized as "San Diego’s Best Italian Restaurant" (Ranch & Coast Magazine)
and "Most Romantic” (Union Tribune).

09/19/2026

It’s the final weekend of Restaurant Week! Don’t miss your chance to enjoy an amazing 3-course dinner at The Godfather, value priced exclusively for Restaurant Week. Join us tonight! Reserve your table on our website.

Reservations: www.godfatherrestaurant.com
Open Saturday 4:30pm - 10pm.
Sunday 4pm - 9pm.

The Godfather has been recognized as "San Diego’s Best Italian Restaurant" (Ranch & Coast Magazine)
and "Most Romantic” (Union Tribune).

09/18/2026

San Diego Restaurant Week ends this Sunday! This is your last chance to enjoy an amazing 3-course menu, value priced exclusively for Restaurant Week. Now is a great time to experience the iconic The Godfather, conveniently located in the heart of San Diego in Kearny Mesa. Indulge in our extensive w**e list + cocktail menu. Reserve your table on our website.

The Godfather has been recognized as "San Diego’s Best Italian Restaurant" (Ranch & Coast Magazine)
and "Most Romantic” (Union Tribune).

Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11:30am - 2pm
Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday
Reservations: www.godfatherrestaurant.com
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

09/15/2026

Join us for San Diego Restaurant Week now thru September 20th! Enjoy an amazing 3-course menu, value priced exclusively for Restaurant Week. This is a great time to experience the iconic The Godfather, conveniently located in the heart of San Diego in Kearny Mesa. Indulge in our extensive w**e list + cocktail menu. Reserve your table on our website.

The Godfather has been recognized as "San Diego’s Best Italian Restaurant" (Ranch & Coast Magazine)
and "Most Romantic” (Union Tribune).

Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11:30am - 2pm
Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday
Reservations: www.godfatherrestaurant.com
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

09/13/2026

San Diego Restaurant Week starts today! Make plans to join us for an amazing 3-course menu, value priced exclusively for Restaurant Week. This is a great time to experience the iconic The Godfather, conveniently located in the heart of San Diego in Kearny Mesa. Indulge in our extensive w**e list + cocktail menu. Reserve your table on our website.

The Godfather has been recognized as "San Diego’s Best Italian Restaurant" (Ranch & Coast Magazine)
and "Most Romantic” (Union Tribune).

Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11:30am - 2pm
Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday
Reservations: www.godfatherrestaurant.com
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

09/11/2026

We are participating in San Diego Restaurant Week! Make plans to join us for either a curated lunch or dinner starting September 13th. We’ll be featuring a special 3-course menu, value priced exclusively for Restaurant Week. This is a great time to experience the iconic The Godfather, conveniently located in the heart of San Diego in Kearny Mesa. Reserve your table on our website.

The Godfather has been recognized as "San Diego’s Best Italian Restaurant" (Ranch & Coast Magazine)
and "Most Romantic” (Union Tribune).

Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11:30am - 2pm
Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday
Reservations: www.godfatherrestaurant.com
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

09/10/2026

Stop paying retail for your favorite w**es! Introducing The Godfather Restaurant’s Insiders W**e Club. Discover a collection of amazing w**es by the case, all at wholesale prices you can’t find anywhere else. It’s easy to order right on our website. So raise a glass to becoming an Insider and start saving today.

View W**es & Order Here: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/w**eclub/

Union Tribune + Ranch & Coast Magazine Winner:
“Best Italian Restaurant”
Open for lunch Tuesday - Friday
Dinner served Tuesday - Sunday
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

08/22/2026

Caymus w**e lovers unite! The iconic The Godfather Restaurant invites you to experience a curated 5-course dinner paired with w**es from Napa’s world-class w**emaker; Caymus Vineyards.
Because this w**e dinner sold out so quickly last year, we’ve added 2 dates this year! Choose your evening and make plans now to join us for this exclusive event. Only $145 per person (includes tax/gratuity).

View menu and purchase tickets here: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/w**edinners/

08/17/2026

This exciting event sold out, but we’ve just added 4 additional seats! Our exclusive pop-up w**e tasting event will feature Napa’s Rombauer Vineyards w**es, paired with a selection of delicious hors d’oeuvres. Enjoy an evening of exceptional w**es, great company, and a memorable tasting experience. With just 4 additional tickets now available, don’t miss out. Hurry and purchase now.

To purchase tickets, visit https://godfatherrestaurant.com/popup-rombauer/

08/14/2026

Join us for an exclusive pop-up w**e tasting event featuring Napa Valley’s Rombauer Vineyards w**es, perfectly paired with a selection of delicious hors d’oeuvres. Enjoy an evening with these exceptional w**es, great company, and a memorable tasting experience. Seating is limited for this special event, so we encourage you to purchase tickets early. Cost is only $20 per person (includes tax/gratuity).

To purchase tickets, visit https://godfatherrestaurant.com/popup-rombauer/

08/08/2026

08/05/2026

This pasta dish is perfect for summer, made with fresh Manilla clams, white w**e and garlic. Available during lunch and dinner service. Discover our entire menu at www.godfatherrestaurant.com.

Union Tribune + Ranch & Coast Magazine Winner:
“Best Italian Restaurant”
Open for lunch Tuesday - Friday
Dinner served Tuesday - Sunday
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

07/14/2026

Are you in? If not, there’s still time, but it’s selling out fast. Our August 13th W**e Dinner features Napa’s Frank Family Vineyards, a multi-time recipient of the prestigious W**ery of the Year award for California w**es. Enjoy a curated 5-course menu, harmoniously paired with exceptional Frank Family vintages.

Only $135 per person (including tax/gratuity). This is a very popular w**e dinner, so reserve your table today before it's sold out.

To view menu and purchase tickets, visit www.godfatherrestaurant.com

Union Tribune + Ranch & Coast Magazine Winner:
“Best Italian Restaurant”
Open for lunch Tuesday - Friday
Dinner served Tuesday - Sunday
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

07/10/2026

Indulge in a curated 5-course w**e dinner at San Diego’s iconic The Godfather Restaurant on Thursday, August 13th at 6pm. We’ll be featuring Napa’s Frank Family Vineyards, a multi-time recipient of the prestigious W**ery of the Year award for California w**es. Only $135 per person (includes tax/gratuity). This is a very popular w**e dinner, so reserve your table today.

For W**e Dinner Menu and tickets, visit www.godfatherrestaurant.com

Union Tribune + Ranch & Coast Magazine Winner:
“Best Italian Restaurant”
Open for lunch Tuesday - Friday
Dinner served Tuesday - Sunday
For reservations, visit www.godfatherrestaurant.com
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747

Address

7878 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
San Diego, CA
92111

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11:30am - 2pm
	5pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 2pm
	5pm - 9:30pm
Thursday	11:30am - 2pm
	5pm - 9:30pm
Friday	11:30am - 2pm
	4:30pm - 10pm
Saturday	4:30pm - 10pm
Sunday	4pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18585601747

Website

http://www.godfatherrestaurant.com/

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