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05/19/2026
Join us May 28th for a curated dining experience featuring premium wines from Beaulieu Vineyards. Known for its “George de Latour Private Reserve” and “Tapestry” red blends, BV focuses on classic, high quality and age-worthy wines with a tradition spanning over a century. We’ve thoughtfully paired these incredible wines with a five-course dinner to create an unforgettable evening of history and storytelling. Make your reservations and join us. Only $135 per person, including tax/gratuity.
View Menu/Purchase Tickets Here: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/beaulieuwinedinner/
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
05/12/2026
Indulge in a 3-course dinner including a bottle of wine for only $95 per couple (Tuesday - Thursday) at the iconic The Godfather, voted one of the best and most romantic restaurants in San Diego. Our enticing 3-course menu options will make your date night an evening to remember. Because romance doesn’t need to wait for the weekend.
View Date Night Menu + Make Reservations: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/datenight/
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
05/05/2026
Special Moms will feel extra special at the iconic The Godfather Restaurant this Mother's Day. We’ll be celebrating all weekend long featuring our daily menu, plus exciting additional offerings Mom is sure to enjoy. Make plans to join us and let’s share the love.
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
04/14/2026
Our Salsicce o Polpetti Panini is a delicious way to enjoy lunch. Served with your choice of meatballs or sausage with house-made Bolognese, fresh bell peppers and melted mozzarella.
Reserve your table and spend the afternoon with us 🍽️
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
04/07/2026
Our special Date Night Dinner for 2 is back! Indulge in a 3-course dinner including a bottle of wine for only $95 per couple (Tuesday - Thursday). Our enticing menu options will make any date night an evening to remember. Because romance doesn’t need to wait for the weekend.
View Date Night Menu + Make Reservations: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/datenight/
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
04/01/2026
Make It Egg-Straordinary. Gather with those you love for a celebratory dining experience at San Diego’s iconic The Godfather Restaurant. Crafted just for the occasion, we’ll be featuring seasonal specials along with our award-winning daily menu. Open Easter Sunday 2pm - 8pm. Don’t forget to pick up a Godfather Gift Card, too. For every $100 you purchase, you’ll receive a $20 gift card free! It’s a great deal, so stop by today and purchase yours!
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
03/20/2026
Friday March 20th is National Ravioli Day! Celebrate the beauty of our housemade Italian sausage ravioli, or our gluten-free ravioli stuffed with fresh garden vegetables. Savory and undeniably Italian. Available during dinner service.
Make plans to join us for Easter Sunday, too 🐣 Open 2pm - 9pm. Reserve your table now.
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
03/17/2026
Make It Egg-Straordinary. Gather with those you love for a celebratory dining experience at San Diego’s iconic The Godfather Restaurant. Crafted just for the occasion, we’ll be featuring seasonal specials along with our award-winning daily menu. Open Easter Sunday 2pm - 9pm. Don’t forget to pick up a Godfather Gift Card, too. For every $100 you purchase, you’ll receive a $20 gift card free! It’s a great deal, so stop by today and purchase yours!
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
03/11/2026
Table for two?
03/06/2026
Did you know? Our fresh sea bass can be enjoyed two different ways? Choose either our classic recipe - gently battered and sautéed in white wine, lemon and butter. Or ask for it simply grilled (shown). Either way, you’re sure to be hooked.
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
03/02/2026
Our Date Night Dinner for 2 was so popular last year, we’re offering it again starting Tuesday, March 3rd! Indulge in a 3-course dinner, including a bottle of wine, for only $95 per couple (Tuesday - Thursday). And we’ve brought back our legendary Veal Saltimbocca as one of the entree choices again! Our enticing menu options will make your date night one to remember. Because romance doesn’t need to wait for the weekend.
View Date Night Menu + Make Reservations: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/datenight/
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
02/27/2026
Some serious mob wives vibes were happening here last night💃🏻 Declare your vibe, day or night, at The Godfather.
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
02/26/2026
A tradition that’s anything but traditional🤯
Indulge in a true Italian classic. Meatballs served in Chef Isidoro’s house made Bolognese, paired with toasted fresh bread. It’s perfect for starting your meal, or sharing with someone special over a glass of wine from our extensive collection. Make plans to join us!
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
02/21/2026
Smooth, dark and intentionally elegant. It’s a cocktail made for sipping and enjoying in either our romantic bar or over a candlelit meal in our dining room. Introducing the Espresso Old Fashioned, made with Buffalo Trace, Espresso, and chocolate bitters.
🍸 🍽️ Warm your winter with us.
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
02/17/2026
Only a few seats remain for our Wednesday, February 18th DAOU Wine Dinner! Join us for a curated dining experience featuring premium wines from DAOU Vineyards. We’ve flighted each incredible wine with a decadent 5-course dinner to create the perfect pairing. Only $135 per person, including tax/gratuity. Don’t miss this additional night with DAOU! It's one of our most popular wine dinners, so purchase tickets today before it’s sold out.
🏆The Godfather has been voted Best Italian Restaurant + Most Romantic in San Diego.
👉🏼View Menu/Purchase Tickets Here: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/daou2ndnight/
Open for lunch Tuesday - Friday
Dinner served Tuesday - Sunday
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747
02/16/2026
We’ve added a 2nd night! Our Thursday evening DAOU Wine Dinner has sold out, but not to worry. Now you can join us Wednesday, February 18th for a curated dining experience featuring premium wines from DAOU Vineyards. We’ve flighted each incredible wine with a decadent 5-course dinner to create the perfect pairing. Only $135 per person, including tax/gratuity. Don’t miss this additional night with DAOU! It's one of our most popular wine dinners, so purchase tickets today.
🏆The Godfather has been voted Best Italian Restaurant + Most Romantic in San Diego.
👉🏼View Menu/Purchase Tickets Here: https://godfatherrestaurant.com/daou2ndnight/
Open for lunch Tuesday - Friday
Dinner served Tuesday - Sunday
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | 858-560-1747
02/08/2026
May your team win today! We’ll be closed Sunday in honor of the big game, but our winning team will be back at it on Tuesday February 10th.
Address
7878 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
San Diego, CA
92111
To get to the restaurant on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard in San Diego via public transport, you can take the bus or trolley and get off at the nearest stop. Alternatively, if you are driving, take the Interstate 805 and exit at Clairemont Mesa Boulevard. You can park in the parking lot adjacent to the restaurant or find street parking nearby.
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 |
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What people say
The Godfather Restaurant on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard in San Diego has received mixed reviews in the local newspapers. The most recent review in the San Diego Union-Tribune dated August 13, 2021, suggests that the steak and seafood dishes are exceptional, while the pasta dishes could use some improvement.
On the other hand, a review by San Diego Reader dated June 24, 2021, praises the Italian cuisine offered at The Godfather Restaurant. The reviewer claims that the restaurant's menu has something for everyone and that their bread is especially delicious.
Customer feedback online is also divided. One customer on Yelp commented positively on their juicy steak and flavorful garlic bread. However, another Yelp reviewer complained about overcooked pasta and flavorless sauce.
Another customer wrote on TripAdvisor praising their 'perfect' lobster bisque but added that the tiramisu dessert was not up to par.
Overall, The Godfather Restaurant seems to have its strengths and weaknesses. While some customers rave about certain dishes, others find room for improvement in various aspects of their dining experience.
