Went here to check out a new spot in the area. Ambiance, food, service was incredible!! Very quiet corner on University Ave in North Park. Drinks were very different but good! Dorato was a sweet, chocolatey old fashioned which was sweeter than I normally like but still good! Not pictured but we also got the focaccia and cazzilli which we loved and devoured almost immediately! Both pastas were incredible, but the conchiglioni was our favorite! A little bit of a kick but nothing crazy. Pizza crust was very tasty and the potatoes on the pizza were killer! Service staff was very friendly and even moved us tables after we ordered too much food for our little two person table to a spot with more room for everything. Overall a fantastic experience and we will be coming back soon to show friends! PS their other restaurants (Flora and Roman Wolves) are some of our favorites so check them out too!! read more

Sono North Park - Dorato and Chiaro - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Service by Sofia 5/5. My fiancée and I loved the Conchiglioni Piccanti and Lasagna ai tire Ragu. Very delicious and flavorful. read more

Sono North Park - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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First time coming in to Sono, it was delicious. Our server Leo had excellent costumer service, very attentive. Everybody was extremely nice. Would definitely come back. read more

Sono North Park - Pizza sono, pappardelle cinghiale, casarecce alla amatriciana, rigatoni bolognese bianca. - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

Wow what an amazing dinner experience at Sono! Everything was delicious -- from the wine and cocktails (I ordered an aperol spritz and my friend ordered red wine) to the pasta -- it was all absolutely well made and high quality. Our server Molly was so helpful and cool as we were deciding what to order. We also loved the vibe of the restaurant with a mix of table and bar seats. Don't miss out on the rigatoni , it is SO good. Can't wait to come back and try the pizzas! read more

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Our friend wanted to try out Sono for his birthday dinner, so we booked a reservation on OpenTable on a Tuesday evening. I realized I had been to this location before, but another business was occupying this spot. We'll see if Sono stays around! - PARKING - Street parking around adjacent roads - we got lucky and found a spot right on the corner. Note any time limitations/rules! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - They redecorated the interior but kept the layout basically the same. I wasn't sure if my memory was failing me but I don't think they had a lifted area in the front where tables are now. We were guided to a 4-top table right next to the bar; I wouldn't say it was cramped but some parts of the layout you'd have to let someone pass by before walking. Service was OK - at times we'd have to wait to try and wave someone down. They also ran out of 2 of 3 desserts so we ended up just going to an ice cream shop next door. - FOOD - Cazzilli di Brasato ($22.00): 2 pieces. The croquettes were nicely fried and had good flavor. Polpo Croccante ($24.00): I almost laughed out loud when this was set down at our table. I've had single tentacles served as an octopus appetizer at other restaurants before, but the size of this was just absurd, also considering the price. It was so skinny and small, I could probably fit it in the palm of my hand. It was nicely presented with the coulis and purees (which also tasted good), but I just couldn't believe the portion size. Conchiglioni Piccanti ($28.00): I immediately knew I wanted to try this one as not many places serve large shell pasta. The flavors of the nduja paste and pink sauce melded well and the cacio e pepe mousse calmed the heat a bit. The shell pasta was cooked perfectly al dente as well. My favorite of the night! Casarecce Amatriciana ($25.00): I really wanted to try their guanciale but didn't want to pay an additional $10 for protein, and this pasta already included it so we decided to try it out. The guanciale was nicely salty and savory as we'd hoped, but the tomato sauce was a bit too much on the sour side. The casarecce wasn't as well cooked as the Conchiglioni either. - OVERALL - Definitely a pricier spot for Italian food, but the flavors are decent here. Some of the pizzas piqued my interest but I'll hold off on coming back until another friend wants to try Sono. read more

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The food at Sono in North Park was delicious, we had both pasta and pizza and really enjoyed everything. The drinks were also super good and well made. The service was amazing and definitely made the experience even better. The only downside was that the space felt very cramped, and when we first walked in there was a pretty strong cheese smell that was a little off-putting at first. However you do get used to it, it's not something that's a deal breaker. Just a heads up if you are sensitive to smells! Other than that, it was a great experience overall. I'd definitely come back for a date night or a dinner for two, but I wouldn't recommend it for bigger parties since seating gets tight pretty quick read more

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I had the best experience at Flora, and had an equally amazing experience at Sono. Sophia was our waitress and she was truly a gem. We each got a class of wine- Moscato for my friend and I got the Nero d' Avola. Our appetizer was the Cazzilli di Brasato which were the short rib potatoes croquettes- so good! We shared the Rigatoni Bolognese Bianca which was wagyu ragu with pistachio pesto and that was incredible, and also shared the Dolce e Salata pizza, which was delicious. This place is amazing - from the staff, to the space, to the food. If there's ONE dish you try, let it be the pistachio pesto!! read more

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I've been pondering on this review for a few days because I've been thinking about this experience. First and foremost, Molly is an absolute delight of a server and the ambiance is SO cute. I love that this place is a little mom and pop and has decor that competes with Consortium Holdings. Drinks were delicious and food was good. It didn't blow me away and it was GOOD no doubt, but it didnt knock my socks off. $25 for one octopus tentacle was also a bit steep. read more

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Sono is the latest restaurant to take a shot at this corner suite in North Park. It seems that every year for the past half decade, a new concept takes over the space. If curbside parking is unavailable, then try the nearby multi-level parking deck and walk over from a few blocks away. The inside layout didn't change with a horseshoe shaped bar in the middle of the room and enough tables to hold at least 75 customers. I sat at the bar where a worker provided the food menu and a beverages menu. About three dozen offerings were available for dinner across the categories of antipasti, salads, pastas, entrees, and pizzas. The prices were reasonable as I noted only one dish that was over $30 which is a rarity for Italian dining nowadays. A cart next to me contained potato chips which I assumed were a complimentary snack, but I didn't receive any during my visit. I started my meal with the Polipo Croccante which was pan-seared octopus with potato coulis and green pea puree. There was one grilled tentacle placed on top of the coulis and puree. The plating was beautiful although I do wish there was larger piece or a second tentacle. The Pappardelle Cinghiale was my choice of pasta. Initially, a different dish was brought out, but after I mentioned it was incorrect, the kitchen didn't take long to prepare the correct item. The wide noodles were served with wild boar ragu, baby portobello mushrooms, and sugo. I thought the meat would have been gamey, however I didn't detect that flavor at all in the hearty ragu. As an apologetic gesture, the house provided a complimentary slice of the Basque Cheesecake. The wedge was creamy and yet it wasn't as dense or sweet as traditional NY style cheesecake. It was a nice way to finish off my dinner at Sono North Park. read more

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This place is new in North park and did not disappoint! We came on a Wednesday right at 5 pm for HH at the bar. The bartenders were very friendly and the happy hour was such a good price. My friend and I split a pizza and Caesar salad and both were delicious! I'll have to come back for actual dinner as they have a large menu and it looked really good! read more

Loved the ambiance here -- from the cheetah print carpet to the chrome accents and burgundy seating, the whole space feels very '70s glam. Definitely a great spot for date night or a girls night. The cocktails were excellent, especially the Chiaro, which we were told takes two days to make. We started with the pan-seared octopus, which was perfectly tender and paired so well with the potato coulis. The Conchiglioni Piccanti with added sausage was also delicious -- the shell pasta held the sauce perfectly. We also tried the Spiedini Di Carne, which was incredibly tender and flavorful, served with green beans on the side. For dessert, we couldn't choose between the tiramisu and the passionfruit semifreddo, so we got both. The tiramisu had a chocolate cake layer instead of traditional ladyfingers, which was a nice twist, and the semifreddo was refreshing and perfectly balanced. Paulo made the experience even better -- attentive, friendly, and genuinely wonderful throughout the night. I'm not from SD, but I'd definitely come back next time I'm in town. read more

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Wow! Every part of this experience was amazing and I can't remember the last time I said that about a restaurant. Paolo was so great to us and had the best recommendations and made sure we really loved everything. I can honestly say this is the best food and drink I've had in a long time. The lasagna was delicious and the drinks are dangerously good! I loved the vibe of this place not too fancy but definitely still perfect date night spot. I will definitely be bringing friends and family back! read more

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We've been wanting to try this new restaurant and it delivered. Sister restaurant to Flora so we figured it would be good. The staff are very friendly which is a huge plus. The ambience is great. There is a raised area to your left when you walk in with fabulous animal print carpet. They changed a few things but the big wraparound bar is still there. You can sit at the bar with no reservation but I would def make a reservation otherwise. We ordered an appetizer and 2 entrees and a bottle of wine. Potato croquettes with short rib- tasty but could use a bit more short rib. Lasagna- full of short rib and sausage. So good my husband who wasn't even that hungry ate the whole thing. Casarecce Sono - tons of sausage and the pasta had a bit of chew and was al dente. So good and flavorful but light even though it was a cream sauce. They were so sweet and gave us a complimentary dessert- tiramisu. It was deconstructed and you could tell it was homemade. So light and good. We will def be back!! read more

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I absolutely loved this place!! The food, service, & ambiance were all amazing! As soon as you walk inside the vibe is just so fun and modern and trendy with dark lighting but lots of fun designs. The host was so great! We didn't have a reservation and she told us to sit at the bar until she could clear a table for us. The bar tenders were super fun and friendly while we were waiting for our table and once we finally got seated our server broke down the whole menu and share popular items as well as his favorites. The food arrived quickly and oh my goodness!! I think it was some of the best pasta I've ever had! It was perfectly cooked, well seasoned, such a unique twist with the short rib finely chopped and added into the sauce as well as the pistachios in the pesto. I still this about this pasta all the time. The pizza was also amazing! It was like a classic meat lovers but with a twist!! So soo good!! read more

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We had such a great time at Sono, the vibe is so friendly and our server Leo was too kind and welcoming, he answered all our questions with a smile and passion, made our experience very lovely, the food was delicious and generous. read more

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Had dinner on Saturday evening, and the food was really good. The pasta was great! I love Italian food so I was impressed. Our waitress was kind and very helpful. The restaurant had an interesting setting. I would come back! read more

Sono North Park - Pasta - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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I crave pasta a lot, so I am excited to explore more of their menu! They have detailed descriptions of what's in each dish, so don't be discouraged by the fancy dish names. Our servers were very kind and attentive, and the inside of the restaurant is a cozy, mod feeling. Tip: during happy hour you can sit at the bar to order a selection of pizzas half off, but you have to be at the bar! read more

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Great food, very attentive waitstaff. Cute ambiance for girl dinner or date night, loved the cheetah print. 4/5 only because the food overall was great but didn't knock my socks off (I have a higher standard for trendy Italian fusion food). Otherwise fantastic! read more

Sono North Park - Octopus and radicchio salad - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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I'm only giving this place 4 stars because of the pizza, otherwise this would be a 5 star review! I've been to the past 2 restaurants there and they were just not good. So I was very excited when I heard about another Italian spot renovating the space and opening soon. The ambiance is dark, intimate, and kind of an early 90s dark reds and furs playing records in the dining room kind of feel. I loved it. Quite a selection of wine, though I didn't drink so I can't say much on that end. Menu is the perfect size, not too overwhelming but definitely has quite a few options to choose from. We did have to order all at once, which is not my preference but understandable with the kitchen. They still brought out apps first, then entrees and dessert in their usual order. We ordered the Pane Pizza (pizza bread), a caesar salad and Bruschetta Funghi to share. As there were 5 of us sharing apps, we didn't realize the bruschetta funghi was one piece of toast that we had to then cut 5 ways. Definitely would have ordered 2 if we knew but still very yum! Caesar salad was lightly dressed and fresh, and the pane pizza was so yummy with great olive oil and oregano on top. Next we split and ordered the Conchiglioni Piccanti Pasta, the special of the day (short rib pappardelle pasta with truffle), and the Regina Pizza (with prosciutto on the side). The Piccanti pasta was INSANE. It came with a cacio e pepe mousse that you mix in and had a bit of a kick to it. Just wow, I'd get that again and again and again. The special with short rib was really yummy too; they definitely didn't go light on the short rib which is always my issue so such a bonus! And now the pizza. Just such a bummer. It was floppy, lacked flavor, and looked like a frozen pizza and was just..bad. I had half a slice and didn't want the rest. Not sure what was going on there but thankfully the pastas saved the meal. Now the service...was INCREDIBLE. I wish I remembered our servers name but she was amazing. Attentive, knowledgeable and just adorable. Also at the end, not sure if it was the owners, or the managers but we were gifted 3 complimentary desserts by them. Tiramisu, some ice cream and chocolate sorbet (not pictured). read more

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came here for my anniversary and i was sooo excited to try this place after hearing it was opening we made a reservation for two and everything started off really nice. our server was super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. for food, i got the rigatoni bolognese bianca (pesto pasta) and my boyfriend got one of the specials (i forgot the name haha). we both liked mine way more, but he still finished his plate so it wasn't bad at all. the portions were actually really generous. we were expecting smaller plates but they definitely did not disappoint. i couldn't even finish mine we also got the cazzilli di brasato and it was delicious. BUT for an appetizer, the price was kind of crazy... it was almost the same as our entre and it's literally just two small potato-sized pieces we wanted to order another one but couldn't justify the price. they did gift us a little ice cream for dessert which was really sweet and a nice touch overall, really good experience. good food, great service, and nice portions. i would definitely come back and maybe try their pizza, just maybe be a bit more mindful of the appetizers lol read more

Sono North Park - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Had an amazing time at SONO! The drinks were so good! My clarified milk punch was a 12/10 and my pasta was cooked to perfection! Aside from the wonderful food & drink our server PAULO was super helpful and informative steering us the best way to optimize our meal and overall experience! read more

Sono North Park - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

I booked a reservation here through OpenTable for a Tuesday night, even though it didn't seem totally necessary. Our reservation was for 9:30, but we ended up arriving around 9:45. It was close to closing, so the restaurant was pretty quiet with just a few tables and some people at the bar. That said, everything from the moment we sat down was great. The service was attentive without being overbearing, and the drink selection was impressive. The food was the real standout. This is easily one of the top Italian spots I've tried in San Diego. Here's what we ordered: * Focaccia Della Casa: Absolutely phenomenal. Served warm with great flavor and texture. A perfect start to the meal. * Cazzilli di Brasato: Comes with two pieces, filled with short rib. Rich, flavorful, and really well done. * Casarecce Sono: Our waitress recommended this, and I'm so glad we listened. I was debating between this and the risotto, but this dish completely delivered. It was flavorful, perfectly cooked, and a very generous portion. Easily enough to split and still have leftovers. * Spiedini di Carne: Two kebabs with a unique flavor. Really tasty overall, though slightly overcooked. The restaurant itself is super cute and has a great ambiance. Between the atmosphere, the service, and the quality of the food, this place really impressed me. There are still so many dishes on the menu I want to try, so I'll definitely be back. read more

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New Italian inspired spot in north park! The food was good, we had the bruschetta Porchetta and olives for appetizers. Our main course was the Conchiglioni Piccanti & Piccante pizza, both were supper tasty! The only complaint is that the drinks are overpriced. The wine was $14 & the Chiaro was $18. read more

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Good & ambiance were great. Got lucky and we were seated without reservations - the hostess was delightful & Molly our server was great. Had the lasagna& margarita pizza. Lasagna was delicious & will be back to try more options. read more

I dined at SONO their opening weekend. I was so impressed! Service was amazing and all the dishes were well thought out. I would describe the space as moody eclectic glam with vintage Italian lounge vibes. Black leather seating, dark wood paneling, subtle sparkle in the tabletops, and bold touches like a panther coffee table and leopard print carpet make it feel both upscale and playful. We ordered the Focaccia Della Casa, Rigatoni Bolognese Bianca, Risotto ai Gamberi, and the Covaccino pizza. I would eat that truffle pizza and the rigatoni every day if i could! I can't wait to go back. read more

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What a fun place to enjoy an evening! Paulo, our server, is such a doll with charisma and a joyfulness. The food is solid and the lasagne is incredible. House made limoncello is delicious! read more

Food was amazing, ambiance and decor was great. Paulo was our server and took great care of us the whole night read more

Sono North Park - Drink - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Amazing Italian food and great atmosphere. You can really feel the authentic Italian touch in every dish. The staff was welcoming, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely one of my favorite Italian spots in San Diego read more

My best friend and I don't get to see each other often, so when we do, we make it count, especially with a nice dinner out. Since I recently moved to the area, we were excited to try Sono in North Park. Unfortunately, the experience left a lot to be desired. It started at the door. The host was unwelcoming and had a noticeably cold attitude. When we asked to be seated somewhere more private (we'd been placed right at the front in the stage, very exposed), she dismissed us with saying "nobody's looking at you," which felt rude and dismissive. Not the welcome you hope for at a new restaurant. The service throughout the night had a similar vibe. The staff seemed inexperienced and a bit unpolished, which is understandable for a newer spot, but it showed. On the food side, it was a mixed bag. I have a gluten allergy and they were attentive about that, which I appreciated. But my pasta came out noticeably undercooked, not al dente, genuinely hard to bite. When I brought it up, I was brushed off with the al dente excuse. It tasted great otherwise, but that's a miss. My friend ordered an octopus dish that was listed on Yelp with three pieces and she received one. At that price point, that's a significant discrepancy from what was advertised. I also ordered a cocktail and I'm pretty certain it came out as a mocktail. I rarely drink, so when I do, I notice immediately. My friend doesn't drink, so I wonder if there was a mix up with our orders that never got corrected. By the end of the night, our waiter seemed visibly annoyed with our concerns, which made an already uncomfortable evening feel worse. I really wanted to love this place. The food has potential, and I hope they grow into better service. But as it stands, I don't see myself returning. read more

Really loved Sono! My boyfriend and I did a date night here and were pleasantly surprised. The drinks, croquettes, and soppressata pizza were delish! We also got the lobster pasta and while it was good we felt the pasta lacked a little flavor. However, we still enjoyed it! Our server was Molly and she was soooo incredibly sweet! She truly made the whole experience worth while. read more

Sono North Park - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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The cutest place !! The service was amazing, very attentive and food was great. Love the pizza and all the pastas, will come back again !! read more

Sono North Park - Pomodoro - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

Great service by Paulo super friendly, made great recommendations. The pizza, pasta, and drinks were amazing! The ambiance was the perfect mood for a nice Friday dinner! read more

Absolutely loved our girls dinner at Sono in North Park! The vibe was perfect for a night out, and everything we ordered was delicious. We started with the lemon olives, focaccia, and Finocchio e Radicchio salad, then had Casarecce Sono pasta, and ended with the Basque cheesecake, which was an absolute must. So good! Our server Molly was amazing, super sweet, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. We'll definitely be back! read more

Loved the food, drinks, and atmosphere. The service was excellent, and the whole place feels like stepping into a stylish retro 90s restaurant. Such a fun vibe. Will definitely be back! read more

Sono North Park - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

Food was amazing! Our server Pablo was very kind and attentive and his recommendations were helpful. The vibe was fun and chic. The decor makes you feel like you're at your cool aunts house. Definitely recommend! read more

My friends and I went in Friday night with a reservation & we were seated very quickly. Our server, Claire, did a fantastic job by recommending the Cazzilli -- it ended up being our favorite dish! She took care of us and really gave us a good first time experience. The pizza was also impeccable. If you come, ask for Claire to be your server and try the Cazzilli -- the two best parts of the restaurant! read more

Sono North Park - Cesare Salad and Cazzilli de Brasato - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

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Literally they should put Molly on the menu because she's the goat. W server great recommendations she will never disappoint the community! focaccia 10/10 big shell pasta 10/10 pizza with the potatoes 9.5/10 read more

Sono North Park - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

Paulu literally made this experience transcend restaurant experiences. The pasta? Perfetto. The pizza? Suprema. La dolce? BRAVISSSIMAA

The waitress made us feel very uncomfortable. We asked a few questions about certain dishes and she kept giving us attitude. One time when she walked away she rolled her eyes at us very obviously. The pastas were good. Salad was average. Some of the drinks were good. read more

Sono North Park - Italian Near Me - San Diego, California

What a fantastic new Italian restaurant in North Park! Stopped by this place last weekend for their grand opening, and they did NOT disappoint. What I saw on the menu: amazing sounding pasta dishes, phenomenal looking pizzas everyone ordered, dope cocktails, and their service and hospitality was absolutely impeccable. The decor of the restaurant is beautiful as well. VIBES ON POINT. I love what North Park is becoming with new spots like this...I will definitely be coming back to Sono very soon! read more