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Giorgio took great care of us. He didn't even skip a beat when I asked for a couple of recommendations. Overall, I really enjoyed this place. The food and service was awesome, and the prices were fair. The only reason I'm dropping one star is because on the way home, my gf told me her pasta had chicken and not sausage as ordered. I wish she would have said something at the restaurant. I'm sure they would have offered more than one option to correct the issue.
Delicious artisan pizza, with perfectly chewy yet thin crust. Carpaccio and Caesar salad appetizers were modest in size, tasty, well prepared and presented. We sat at the bar during happy hour and enjoyed fast, attentive service. House wine is a very nice choice, and the selection of draft beers more than sufficient. Cicciotti's is a relaxed environment, nicely decorated, and perfectly unpretentious. We dine here regularly...delicious cuisine, expertly prepared, promptly served, and alway friendly staff.
Legit Italian food! We had a large party, and they were so kind and accommodating. Everyone loved their dishes, and honestly, everything looked delicious. Our family of 4 ordered cheese pizza for the kids, chicken fettuccine Alfredo, Pollo Marsala, and lasagna. I didn't expect much from the Pollo Marsala, but it was hands down the best I've ever had! Definitely the standout for me. We all enjoyed our meals and would happily come back.
Came here on a Tuesday. Service was attentive and friendly. My friend and I ordered the Pappardelle Funghi Tartufati with sausage and the Ravioli Al Pollo Genovese. They happen to have a special every Tuesday where you can get any pasta dish for $15. The atmosphere is cute, intimate, and lovely. Unfortunately, I found the pastas lacking flavor and a bit oily. I'm giving them 3 stars since everything else was fine, and the complimentary bread was pillowy and delicious.
They have a great Tuesday pasta deal - 15 for any pasta dish, which is a nice value. My friend and I shared the Pappardelle Funghi Tartufati with sausage and the Ravioli Al Pollo Genovese. The pappardelle wasn't my favorite. It was a bit bland and I didn't love the noodle texture. The ravioli was much better. It was creamy and came with a good amount of chicken. We were provided with a side of warm bread, which was tasty dipped in oil and balsamic. Service was good overall.
Maybe it was an off night, but I don't understand the strong reviews. The Margherita pizza was off, the dough a bit too thick, too much cheese, not enough tomato sauce and the basil were weird strips. Look at the picture? The seafood platter was bland, felt like the seafood was placed on the grill for a bit and then drizzled with cheap olive oil. Luckily a Groupon was used so I didn't have to pay much (pizza $20, seafood $39), but be aware they automatically add 18% gratuity to the bill which is fair, but the machine will ask you for additional 18-22% tip on top of the full bill with the 18% already added so watch out for that.
Food was delicious served hot & fresh! Great pizza & pasta! Friendly staff. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because they didn't bring the appetizer out first and brought everything at the same time So, our mains got cold while enjoying the appetizer.
I received a gift card to this restaurant and was excited to try it, as it was raved about. I went on a Saturday night with my partner and no reservation. The place appeared crowded, but they were able to seat us outdoors with no problem. We ordered: 1. Oysters Rockefeller (4/5) 2. Pappardelle Shrimp Funghi Tartufati (1/5) 3. Ravioli Al Pollo Genovese (4/5) 4. Old Fashioned (3/5) The ravioli Al Pollo Genovese was nicely seasoned. I really wanted to like the pappardelle shrimp funghi tartufati, but it honestly lacked any flavor or salt. The service was fairly well; however, when one of the staff brought out our food, we had 4 empty plates on our small table (the rockefeller plate with empty shells, the empty complimentary bread plate, and 2 of our appetizer plates). We had to be the one to re-arrange our table and stack our plates to make room for the main dishes... and guess what? The staff NEVER took our dirty plates. So we ate a good amount of our main dishes with the dirty dishes in between us until the main waitstaff realized and came to take the plates away. The biggest disappointment is the fact that the first check came at $103.66 and I had presented my gift card. He asked how much was on it, which I informed him was $100. He came back and the check was $122.90. He explained that because I used a gift card, there is an automatic 20% gratuity added. I think this is insane-- never have I been charged to use a gift card and we weren't even a party of over 6! Not to mention the service wasn't to par to deserve a 20% considering the dirty dishes left on our table. Needless to say--I won't be back, and I won't be recommending this place.
Wow! This was a great date night spot, dog friendly, great service! We came for the happy hour, honestly the limoncello was the most generous happy hour drink my wife and I have ever had, both were tipsy sharing the one glass. Also the meatball marinara stole the show, perfectly tender, melt in your mouth, not dry but well seasoned. Recommend getting some bread and using the sauce and cheese to its fullest.
Absolutely loved our experience at Cicciotti's From start to finish, everything was on point. The food was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every dish we had was a hit. Shout-out to Nick, who took amazing care of us. Super friendly, attentive without being overbearing, and genuinely made us feel welcome. Service like that elevates the entire dining experience. Great food, great service, and a warm, inviting vibe all around. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot if you're in the area.
Some family and I met for a dinner on a monday night. There were a lot of us, everybody enjoyed their food. My mom was craving oysters and she was satisfied with them and she is usually picky. My husband had a steak which he enjoyed, and they made sure that it was cooked to his perfection by asking him to slice it open and making sure it's what he asked for. My mom also was happy with their cannolis.
I had been watching this place for a while after I noticed them on Groupon. I really wanted to check them out since they did have good reviews and 2 locations. We went to the Carlsbad village location, as the offer was for only this place. Tried the fried calamari and zucchini, which came together. The zucchini outshined the calamari, which had a slight rubbery texture. The bruschetta which I think we ordered, was just bread with a chunky marinara-type sauce. As for the shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, this was a definitely a great choice. Even when the small amount was reheated, it didn't turn to an oily mess the following day. The spinach and sausage pizza was totally delicious and would have to order this again on a return visit. Yes, I would come back.. Many rave about the drinks here too, but on this day we did not imbibe. Would like to stop in and try eventually. The only small knock on this place was using the Groupon. It had confusing restrictions and we were able to redeem it, but I felt like in the end it really wasn't much of a discount. It did still though provide some savings, which is for sure a good way to hit up a new restaurant.
Location is in a good area. The food was good, and the restaurant was neat inside. My only dilemma was the service - i was in the middle of ordering my wine when the host pulled our waiter to go attend another table. The waiter nor the host apologized nor bothered saying "I'm sorry we will be right back to finish taking your order." He simply just left me talking to the air. Not sure i would come back.
2 months ago
5 months ago
Here for my Anniversary in Carlsbad and searched on Groupon for any deals by the beach. I was pleasantly surprised when I found this place. I had seen a TikTok for it and said "it must be meant". Lol We ordered appetizers Bruschettone & half dozen oysters. Both were delicious and fresh. For dinner we ordered Lasagna Napoletane 10/10! Husband devoured it. I ordered the Calzone con Salsiccia 10/10! It was huge and delicious. I also ordered a mudslide and I could've ordered more but I wanted to see the sunset ;) Would I come again? Absolutely and hopefully sooner than later. Our server Nick was friendly, talkative we love a good convo. Come try. Next time I'm gonna try Pizza and Pasta. :) read more
Giorgio took great care of us. He didn't even skip a beat when I asked for a couple of recommendations. Overall, I really enjoyed this place. The food and service was awesome, and the prices were fair. The only reason I'm dropping one star is because on the way home, my gf told me her pasta had chicken and not sausage as ordered. I wish she would have said something at the restaurant. I'm sure they would have offered more than one option to correct the issue. read more
Delicious artisan pizza, with perfectly chewy yet thin crust. Carpaccio and Caesar salad appetizers were modest in size, tasty, well prepared and presented. We sat at the bar during happy hour and enjoyed fast, attentive service. House wine is a very nice choice, and the selection of draft beers more than sufficient. Cicciotti's is a relaxed environment, nicely decorated, and perfectly unpretentious. We dine here regularly...delicious cuisine, expertly prepared, promptly served, and alway friendly staff. read more
1 month ago
Legit Italian food! We had a large party, and they were so kind and accommodating. Everyone loved their dishes, and honestly, everything looked delicious. Our family of 4 ordered cheese pizza for the kids, chicken fettuccine Alfredo, Pollo Marsala, and lasagna. I didn't expect much from the Pollo Marsala, but it was hands down the best I've ever had! Definitely the standout for me. We all enjoyed our meals and would happily come back. read more
Came here on a Tuesday. Service was attentive and friendly. My friend and I ordered the Pappardelle Funghi Tartufati with sausage and the Ravioli Al Pollo Genovese. They happen to have a special every Tuesday where you can get any pasta dish for $15. The atmosphere is cute, intimate, and lovely. Unfortunately, I found the pastas lacking flavor and a bit oily. I'm giving them 3 stars since everything else was fine, and the complimentary bread was pillowy and delicious. read more
They have a great Tuesday pasta deal - 15 for any pasta dish, which is a nice value. My friend and I shared the Pappardelle Funghi Tartufati with sausage and the Ravioli Al Pollo Genovese. The pappardelle wasn't my favorite. It was a bit bland and I didn't love the noodle texture. The ravioli was much better. It was creamy and came with a good amount of chicken. We were provided with a side of warm bread, which was tasty dipped in oil and balsamic. Service was good overall. read more
Maybe it was an off night, but I don't understand the strong reviews. The Margherita pizza was off, the dough a bit too thick, too much cheese, not enough tomato sauce and the basil were weird strips. Look at the picture? The seafood platter was bland, felt like the seafood was placed on the grill for a bit and then drizzled with cheap olive oil. Luckily a Groupon was used so I didn't have to pay much (pizza $20, seafood $39), but be aware they automatically add 18% gratuity to the bill which is fair, but the machine will ask you for additional 18-22% tip on top of the full bill with the 18% already added so watch out for that. read more
27 days ago
6 months ago
Food was delicious served hot & fresh! Great pizza & pasta! Friendly staff. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because they didn't bring the appetizer out first and brought everything at the same time So, our mains got cold while enjoying the appetizer. read more
1 year ago
I received a gift card to this restaurant and was excited to try it, as it was raved about. I went on a Saturday night with my partner and no reservation. The place appeared crowded, but they were able to seat us outdoors with no problem. We ordered: 1. Oysters Rockefeller (4/5) 2. Pappardelle Shrimp Funghi Tartufati (1/5) 3. Ravioli Al Pollo Genovese (4/5) 4. Old Fashioned (3/5) The ravioli Al Pollo Genovese was nicely seasoned. I really wanted to like the pappardelle shrimp funghi tartufati, but it honestly lacked any flavor or salt. The service was fairly well; however, when one of the staff brought out our food, we had 4 empty plates on our small table (the rockefeller plate with empty shells, the empty complimentary bread plate, and 2 of our appetizer plates). We had to be the one to re-arrange our table and stack our plates to make room for the main dishes... and guess what? The staff NEVER took our dirty plates. So we ate a good amount of our main dishes with the dirty dishes in between us until the main waitstaff realized and came to take the plates away. The biggest disappointment is the fact that the first check came at $103.66 and I had presented my gift card. He asked how much was on it, which I informed him was $100. He came back and the check was $122.90. He explained that because I used a gift card, there is an automatic 20% gratuity added. I think this is insane-- never have I been charged to use a gift card and we weren't even a party of over 6! Not to mention the service wasn't to par to deserve a 20% considering the dirty dishes left on our table. Needless to say--I won't be back, and I won't be recommending this place. read more
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8 months ago
Wow! This was a great date night spot, dog friendly, great service! We came for the happy hour, honestly the limoncello was the most generous happy hour drink my wife and I have ever had, both were tipsy sharing the one glass. Also the meatball marinara stole the show, perfectly tender, melt in your mouth, not dry but well seasoned. Recommend getting some bread and using the sauce and cheese to its fullest. read more
8 months ago
Absolutely loved our experience at Cicciotti's From start to finish, everything was on point. The food was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every dish we had was a hit. Shout-out to Nick, who took amazing care of us. Super friendly, attentive without being overbearing, and genuinely made us feel welcome. Service like that elevates the entire dining experience. Great food, great service, and a warm, inviting vibe all around. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot if you're in the area. read more
3 months ago
Some family and I met for a dinner on a monday night. There were a lot of us, everybody enjoyed their food. My mom was craving oysters and she was satisfied with them and she is usually picky. My husband had a steak which he enjoyed, and they made sure that it was cooked to his perfection by asking him to slice it open and making sure it's what he asked for. My mom also was happy with their cannolis. read more
I had been watching this place for a while after I noticed them on Groupon. I really wanted to check them out since they did have good reviews and 2 locations. We went to the Carlsbad village location, as the offer was for only this place. Tried the fried calamari and zucchini, which came together. The zucchini outshined the calamari, which had a slight rubbery texture. The bruschetta which I think we ordered, was just bread with a chunky marinara-type sauce. As for the shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, this was a definitely a great choice. Even when the small amount was reheated, it didn't turn to an oily mess the following day. The spinach and sausage pizza was totally delicious and would have to order this again on a return visit. Yes, I would come back.. Many rave about the drinks here too, but on this day we did not imbibe. Would like to stop in and try eventually. The only small knock on this place was using the Groupon. It had confusing restrictions and we were able to redeem it, but I felt like in the end it really wasn't much of a discount. It did still though provide some savings, which is for sure a good way to hit up a new restaurant. read more
20 days ago
Location is in a good area. The food was good, and the restaurant was neat inside. My only dilemma was the service - i was in the middle of ordering my wine when the host pulled our waiter to go attend another table. The waiter nor the host apologized nor bothered saying "I'm sorry we will be right back to finish taking your order." He simply just left me talking to the air. Not sure i would come back. read more
Cicciotti's Trattoria Italiana & Seafood is my go-to Italian restaurant. It's at a wonderful location on the corner of Grand and Roosevelt in the heart of Carlsbad Village. There's an option for indoor or outdoor seating. Love the atmosphere...very welcoming and casual with a touch of sophistication. When we were seated and placed our order, the service was fantástico from start to finish. I had unforgettable fabulous dining experience. I enjoyed their flavorful authentic food which was filling...asked for to-go boxes. It was absolutely deliziosa! I highly, highly recommend!! read more
1 year ago
Came for happy hour and would definitely be back! Got oysters, wine, and a filet and everything was excellent and service was even better read more
Stopped by here for a weekday lunch and tried out chicken piccata. The side pasta was simple but tasty and perfectly al dente. The chicken could've been more juicy and had too much citrus. The complimentary bread was much appreciated but lacked the crusty exterior and was overall too soft. All in all not bad but could've definitely been better. read more
6 months ago
5 months ago
The seafood was fresh and well seasoned. The bread was also new baked when it got to our table. We came around lunch time on a Friday and the place was completely empty, the server was kind and attentive. We will visit again since we were so happy with our meals! read more
10 months ago
The ambiance, food and service was everything I hoped it would be. Our waitress Mariana made the experience even better with her top shelf service and gracious hospitality. read more
Rustic Italian Restaurant on the corner of Grand and Roosevelt St. Plenty of street parking around. Was able to get a table near the heater as it was a cool night. Taking a look at the menu, it featured many traditional Italian dishes. We had to opt for the lasagna and seafood ravioli. They are quite pricey but you do get quality food. You get rich, creamy, herby flavors amongst the two dishes. If you do purchase items via Groupon special, you're obligated to pay an 18% gratuity. We paid extra tip since the server we had was great. read more
8 months ago
Love this place. The atmosphere, the attentive service, and the food are all worth coming back numerous times. The Filet Mignon is God tier and my go-to spoil myself meal here. Cooked perfectly every time, as I've been back plenty of times here after the first one I enjoyed a few years ago. This spot is an absolute sleeper in The Village. The mozzarella fritas is crazy good paired with their house made sauce. Still drooling thinking about my meal there. read more
8 months ago
Overall, a fair Italian restaurant. Nothing amazing here, but what you would expect from an Italian restaurant. Overall, service was good and the food came out pretty quickly. However there was nothing special or amazing about the dishes. My only other comment here, is that the prices are quite high for what you get. I think this is because they heavily rely on promotions (Groupon, Synergy, Costco meal giftcards, etc), based on the fact that if you use a promotion then there is a mandatory 18% gratuity. If you do use a pro, then the prices are fair. Otherwise a bit overpriced for the ambience and overall food. read more
If you're in Carlsbad Village, stop by for Happy Hour. Drinks were around $9 and appetizers were $7 which is only available if you sit in the bar or the patio. Theres a good selection of drinks and appetizers. I got the aperol spritz and an order of calamari which were both good. The marinara that came with the calamari was the highlight of the dish. The size of the appetizers are fairly small, so order a couple if you're with a larger party. read more
Dog friendly so plus for us. They have a dog menu, but when we asked them to confirm that the meatballs don't have onions or garlic in them (we were told they think they do because they're the same as the ones served to people) which dogs aren't suppose to eat. So make sure to ask before ordering one for your dog. Nice outdoor patio and friendly service. Nice that you get bread to munch on 1st. My wife got their Pappardelle Shrimp Funghi Tartufati. Shrimp was a little more fishy than other places, I could smell it from across the table. She thought it was ok. I got the Gnocchi Al Pesto and it was okay. read more
11 months ago
I've been here several times and the food is always delicious. I love their ravioli with the pesto cream sauce, and this last time I got the lasagne with the meatballs and it was to die for. I also love the bread and tomatoes they give you to start- so yummy. Also try the fried goat cheese balls- they come on a salad but you can also just order them to try! Great thing about this place is they always have a Groupon, so check that out before going to save some money. Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because the servers here frequently have a bad attitude. The bussers and food runners are always super kind and helpful, but the last couple of times our server has been rude and short. Even blamed me when they got the order wrong. Still- they have great food, and a nice little Italian restaurant vibe, so for sure recommend it! read more
11 months ago
We came here on a random Tuesday for dinner. They had a great special on wines, 50% off. The atmosphere is very homey, and the food was delicious. I had veal scallopini, and my wife had seafood pasta. I must say, out of all the Italian restaurants in Carlsbad, it was one of the best meals we've had at a reasonable price. read more
Dined here on Wednesday with a Fun Best Friend of mine. We've been here for Happy Hour a few times and it's always been Great. We arrived 15 minutes before Happy Hour and had our choice of seating at the Bar. We both had two glasses of Cicciotti's House Cabernet to start off with and Toast each other. She wanted to try the Petite Filet Mignon topped with Gorgonzola sauce and vegetables (Super Tasty) served on Monday through Thursday. She wanted Medium Rare & I wanted Rare. The Medium Rare tasted and looked like it was Rare Filet. Yum! Had the Artichoke with the shrimp - tasty as well as the lightly fried Calamari with tentacles and Zucchini Fritti. The Calamari tasted excellent. We also had their Happy Hour Bread and Balsamic oil & vinegar to dip it in. Light but Super Healthy Food Choices with House Wine made our afternoon and evening lots of Fun. We Love this place for Happy Hour. There was a Farmer's Market around the corner so it gave us something else to do. Lots of shops and the Beach is right down the street. Service was great thanks to Rolando our Bartender. Looking forward to our next Happy Hour here. read more
2 months ago
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How is the parking in Carlsbad?
It is in Carlsbad village so it can be difficult to find parking, but there are some pay lots and on the street too with a little patience
Do they offer any vegan options? I would like to make a reservation for Monday the 26th @5pm for a party 10 adults and 3 babies.?
Hi Yes we do , Also my spaghetti, fettuccine, linguine, and penne pasta are vegan…
Is there an uncorking fee if I bring my own bottle?
yes, please call the restaurant to find out how much
Is gluten free pasta or pizza available?
Hi, Yes it is available at both locations. Thank you
Gluten free pizza?
Do you now offer happy hour in your Carlsbad restaurant? menu?
Hello Chris, Only Cardiff at the moment, Daily 4-6 pm…
Do you still do $1 oysters? Been looking for a local spot that does it.
Hello Bryan, At this time we have those at my Mexican restaurant Cocina Del Rancho in Fairbanks Ranch.…
Hi. Want to come for HH this Thursday, but there is no HH menu on your website. Got 2 friends that are coming with....but want to know the HH Choices. I come for dinner and love your food ! Maybe when you update your site, you could post a HH menu?
Hello will do, In the meantime Please send me your email so I can forward our HH menu.…
Good morning. Would it be possible to speak with the owner directly either over the phone or via email please?
Good morning, My email is cicciottis@yahoo.com How can I help you?
Does this restaurant give Military/ Veterans discounts?
Although I do not know about a military discount, if you sign up for Fox five news “be our guest” you can buy a 40% off. Excellent deal! Best Italian food around.
Is the Carlsbad location also part of their Restaurant Week offer & menu?
Hi Erich, Only in Cardiff but in Carlsbad we do a 3 course meal special for $30 all the time very similar,…
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